NHD is an annual competition in which Riverstone students grades 5–8 participate. This year's theme was "Turning Points in History" For this competition, students begin with an idea for a topic, develop a research question, conduct thorough research, and create a thesis statement with supporting evidence, as the foundation for their project. Students also choose the category in which they want to compete: website, paper, exhibit, documentary, or performance. Participating in National History Day challenges students to develop 21st-century thinking skills in an authentic and meaningful way.
In the 2023-24 school year, Riverstone had 21 individuals or groups advance to the state competition and 2 individuals advance to nationals. Those two students will be competing in June in Maryland.
