History Day Support

The History Day Support Program was established as a special presidential initiative in 2005 and as a permanent program by the membership in 2006. Chapters of the Virginia Society are encouraged to support Virginia History Day Competitions and competitors. The Virginia Society chapters can support National History Day in one of the following ways:

Financial Contributions - The members of local Chapters provide financial support to the nearest District within Virginia and is recognized as a sponsor.

 Judging - History projects in two school grade divisions and seven presentation categories are judged by a panel. Judges need to be knowledgeable of history in general, able to ask students questions in a non-intimidating manner, and offer suggestions in a positive way. Local SAR chapter representatives are encouraged to provide judges for the District competitions each year.

Attendance - Simply attending history fair, looking at the exhibits, and encouraging the students is important. The presence and positive attitude of Virginia SAR members at the District competitions provide support for students.

Special Awards - Each year, local chapters of the Virginia SAR, may award Bronze Good Citizenship Medals to students with projects that excelled in the field of American History 1750–1800.

Promotion of History Day - Not all schools have students participate in History Day. The Virginia SAR local chapter committees should encourage schools in the area to participate in History Day.

Committee

  • Keith W. Rouleau (Chair), (Colonel William Grayson), [email protected]
  • John A. Phillips (Colonel George Waller)
  • John L. Priest (Thomas Nelson, Jr.)
  • James T. "Tom" Hamill (Culpeper Minute Men)
  • Thomas W. "Chip" Daniel (Colonel James Wood II)
  • Jon T. Rymer (Fairfax Resolves)

Resources