... but Lisa does.
Every year there is a History Day competition. Andrew and Lisa have participated in it a couple of times -- our middle school usually participates for sixth and seventh graders. There is a regional competition, with the top two winners from each category going on to state, and then the top two going to nationals. So far, the best they've ever done is third place.
This year, Lisa and a friend decided to do a performance. They chose the topic of vaccinations, did research, wrote a play, gathered props, and performed it. Between the two of them, with some quick changes of costumes and props, they provide narration and portray modern doctors, patients, and historical doctors like Salk, Pasteur, and Jenner.
Here's how they did in regionals:
So, for the first time we got to go to the state competition. Here are a few photos from the day.
Setting up for the performance:
No pictures of the performance itself... Lisa wouldn't let me stay in the room for it.
Here's Idaho's First Lady, Lori Otter, speaking at the awards ceremony at the end of the day.
Lisa waiting for the announcements.
After some nail-biting, they finally read the winners... and Lisa's performance took first place!
On stage receiving their medals and greeting the First Lady.
Two happy historical performers with their medals!
Now, on to the national competition in Maryland this summer.
Congratulations, Lisa!
