Your Guide to Week of Resp
Week of respect is here!! let’s bring the energy, spread some kindness, and show what high tech spirit is all about! 🫶🔥 join us 10/05–10/9 for a week full of fun, positivity, and school spirit! check out the themes and come ready to participate! 🎉
High Tech High School Ranks #3 in NJ and #60 Nationally for Arts Education
High Tech High School named #3 on Niche's list of the Best Public High Schools for the Arts in New Jersey for the 4th consecutive year. Additionally, ranked #60 out of 478 for Best Public High Schools for the Arts in America. CONGRATULATIONS to the students and instructors of the Media, Visual & Performing Arts...Continue reading→
Dream of Studying Dance? Join Our Open House on September 30th!
8th graders! Dream of studying dance? Come check us out at our open house on September 30th, from 5:30-8pm. We hope to see you there:)
A Night of Recognition!
On Thursday, September 10, 2026, Dr. Shelly Witham and the High Tech High School eSports Team were recognized at the Hudson County Board of Commissioners Meeting. Dr. Shelly Witham received a proclamation celebrating her being named the 2026–2027 Hudson County Teacher of the Year. The High Tech eSports Team also received a proclamation in recognition...Continue reading→
Congratulations Parth Khot!
HCST is incredibly proud to celebrate Parth Khot, a 12th-grade Graphic Design major, who has been named a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist! This prestigious recognition honors students who achieve exceptional scores on the PSAT/NMSQT. Parth’s achievement is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and academic excellence. Parth also recently completed a summer at the...Continue reading→
Open House
Dear Parents/Guardians and Students, The High Tech High School/ACTE Open House Academy Showcases are now open for registration! If you are interested in attending our Academy Showcases, please click here. Please note that all attendees must complete the RSVP form in order to attend an Open House Academy Showcase.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists: Dr. Shelly Witham Honored as Hudson County Teacher of the Year
Congratulations, Shelly Witham! The Hudson County Schools of Technology is proud to congratulate Shelly Witham, Earth & Environmental Science Teacher at High Tech High School, on being named the 2026–2027 Hudson County Teacher of the Year! ?? With 25 years of teaching experience at High Tech, Dr. Witham brings her background in geology and science...Continue reading→
Leaders in the Making: HTHS at RYLA 2026
Three of our Interact students from High Tech High School - Diyane, Mohammed, and Rajvi - had the amazing opportunity to attend RYLA 2026 this year. We’re so thankful to @rotary_jerseycity for sponsoring them and making this experience possible. It truly meant a lot to our students and gave them a chance to grow as...Continue reading→
Theatre Arts at High Tech High School 2025-2026 A Year in Review
The Theatre Arts program at High Tech HS has had one of the intense years yet. The students continue to undergo a rigorous program based on the professional model, and focus on classics, world theatre, modern plays, musicals, and improvisations. Our productions and classes offer students the opportunity to develop individual interest while gaining invaluable...Continue reading→
Class of 2026: Ready to Code the Future
Congratulations to the incredible Class of 2026 programmers! Your dedication, creativity, and hard work have led to countless achievements and unforgettable memories. As you begin your next chapter, take the skills and experiences you’ve gained and use them to make a positive impact on the world. We are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and...Continue reading→