Dallas ISD students shine at 2026 National History Day competition

Dallas ISD students and their families gathered at the Dallas Historical Society Museum to compete in this year’s National History Day competition, themed “Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History.”

“National History Day gives students the space to develop who they are by exploring where they come from,” Shalon Bond, director of Social Studies, said. “Through deep research and creative self‑expression, students exercise their voice, strengthen their identity, and learn that their stories and the stories they uncover matter.”

Students presented projects in a range of formats, including exhibits, websites, documentaries, performances, and historical papers. Through their work, they demonstrated research skills and the ability to connect historical events to present-day issues, reflecting the district’s focus on inquiry-based social studies instruction.

“This event isn’t just about history; it’s about empowering young people to understand themselves, engage with the world, and step confidently into their future,” Bond said.
Many of the projects will advance to the Dallas Area Regional National History Day competition on Feb. 14 at Dallas College’s Wylie Campus.

Click here for the full list of 2026 NHD winners.