Last week, nine groups from HALB showcased their historical research and analytical skills at the Long Island History Day Competition, held at Hofstra University. Over the past five months, under the mentorship of social studies teacher Ms. Kristen Waterman, students meticulously crafted documentaries, websites, and museum exhibits, exploring topics related to this year’s National History Day theme: Rights and Responsibilities.
With over two hundred projects competing from schools across Long Island, the competition was fierce, but HALB students rose to the challenge. HALB projects covered a wide range of historical and contemporary issues, from housing rights to the Holocaust and even the fight for player safety in the NFL. Five HALB projects placed in the top four of their categories, earning spots at the New York State History Day competition. HALB teams took home second and third place in the website category, second and fourth place in the museum exhibit category, and third place in the documentary category. Their success reflects months of dedication, deep research, and creative storytelling.
These talented students will head to Oneonta, New York, on Sunday, April 27, to compete at the state level, with hopes of advancing to the National History Day competition in Washington, DC. Their hard work and passion for history continue to make HALB proud!
