Wolf Point Schools Holds History Day Showcase For Students

Wolf Point held its first ever showcase for the National History Day program on Tuesday, Feb. 3.

Wolf Point Junior High School Principal Tara Thomas said the day was successful with a good amount of enthusiasm for the new program.

Thomas said 88 students took part in the program, which was for seventh-grade students and high school juniors.

The 36 projects featured mainly exhibits but there were two documentaries.

Thomas explained that students had the choice of different categories such as writing a paper, creating a poster board or making a multi-media project.

National History Day is a nationally recognized academic enrichment program that promotes the study of history in schools. Modeled after science fairs, it encourages students to take a creative approach to studying history, fostering critical thinking and research skills.

There were cash prizes for best project ($75 first and $50 second), people’s choice ($25), best indigenous themed projects ($100 first and $50 second) and best project exemplifying freedom ($25). Sponsors for the awards are Opportunity Bank and the Wolf Point School District’s JOM (Johnson-O’Malley) committee.

Winners will advance to the regional competition in Dickinson, N.D., on March 17.

Kai Villaluz was the winner of the Best of Show award.

Earning honors for project best representing freedom were Cheyenne Bouldin, Zaya Stiles, Audri Kent and Caydee Gorder.

Evelyn Turcotte took first for best indigenous project for her presentation regarding boarding schools. Earning second were Lakealah Mays and Jorilynn Black Eagle. Aniya Smoker placed third.

Turcotte also won the people’s choice award.