Congratulations to the 17 students from Mary Munford Elementary who participated in the District 8 Virginia History Day Contest on Saturday! After months of researching historical topics and developing their projects, students proudly showcased their hard work and creativity. Out of seven projects submitted, five have advanced to the 2026 Virginia History Day (VHD) State Contest, which will be held at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture on April 25–26, 2026. We are so proud of their dedication and achievements. Good luck in the state VHD contest!

The District Contest Success (00:00 - 01:30)

• Information regarding the seventeen Mary Munford Elementary students who participated in the District 8 Virginia History Day Contest.
• Details on the months of research and creative effort required to build their historical projects.

Advancing to the State Level (01:30 - 03:00)

• A breakdown of the results where five out of seven submitted projects were selected to advance.
• Discussion on the high quality of work and the dedication shown by the young historians.

The Road to the Virginia Museum (03:00 - 04:00)

• Details about the upcoming 2026 State Contest held at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture in April.
• Final words of encouragement and celebration for the students' achievements.