National History Day · Co-created with Maria
Anna May Wong — NHD Documentary
Co-researcher, co-writer, co-producer, and narrator. Winner of the Kitty Dukakis Award at Massachusetts History Day 2026, with advancement to National History Day.
Individual Profile
Qingxin Deng
Student Researcher · Vocalist · Performing Artist · Documentary Creator · Youth Reporter
About Lydia
Lydia (Qingxin) Deng is an 11th grader at Lexington High School with a deep passion for vocal performance, historical research, and storytelling across media. She is a member of the Onomatopoeia A Cappella group, participates in musical theatre and school drama, and has received over three years of private vocal training — including at the New England Conservatory Prep School since October 2024.
Together with Maria, Lydia co-created the award-winning NHD documentary on Anna May Wong, co-initiated the Music for Hope and Healing charity concert, and contributes to the Silk Road Center Youth Reporters Corps. She represented her team at the 2025 Conrad Summit.
Activities & Projects
National History Day · Co-created with Maria
Co-researcher, co-writer, co-producer, and narrator. Winner of the Kitty Dukakis Award at Massachusetts History Day 2026, with advancement to National History Day.
Lexington High School
Member of LHS Onomatopoeia A Cappella. Described as a "triple threat" in singing, performance, and musical theatre.
Conrad Summit · Houston, Texas · April 2025
Team member of Salt2Dew under teacher Jane Chen. Participated in the Conrad Summit (April 22–25, 2025) — a student innovation challenge in Houston, Texas.
Project details and results to be added.
Lydia's Journalism
Skills
Vocal & Performing Arts
Research & Writing
Media & Storytelling
Communication & Leadership