High Tech High School Theatre Arts Students Earn Top Honors at Statewide STANJ Competition
High Tech High School’s Theatre Arts Department proudly competed in the STANJ Competition on January 10, 2026, earning multiple honors among top student performers from across New Jersey. STANJ (Speech and Theatre Association of New Jersey) is a statewide organization that celebrates excellence in speech, theatre, and musical theatre through competitive performance events. This year’s...Continue reading→
Step Into Salem: The Drama Department Presents “The Crucible”
pssst… witches have hit High Tech High School with the Drama Department's production of “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller! Come join us in Salem, Massachusetts next week! 3PM - January 21, $5 7PM - January 22-23, $10 3PM - January 24, $10 Tickets are available NOW on MySchoolBucks!
PIE A TEACHER!
HIGH TECH…. want to pie a teacher/staff member in the face? CHECK OUT OUR VERY OWN DOLLAR WARS!!! find glass jars in the cafeteria during your lunch periods to put money towards each teacher… the teacher with the most money in their jar GETS PIED!
A Journey Through Time: Mr. Kliesh’s Class Takes on the Yellow Trail
Yesterday, Mr. Kliesh’s sophomore class explored the Yellow Trail at Jockey Hollow while following along with a guided scavenger hunt video that brought the experience to life. Students enjoyed a scenic hike through beautiful snowy views and historic landmarks, including a wooden barn, a snow-covered orchard, and an old well. As they moved along the...Continue reading→
Excellence in Education: Honoring Ms. Stephany Petito
We are beyond thrilled to share some incredible news with our High Tech community. We congratulate Ms. Stephany Petito, who received the ACTE Teacher of the Year award and is also nominated for the Governor’s Educator of the Year and County Teacher of the Year awards. Ms. Petito’s passion, creativity, and compassion shine throughout her...Continue reading→
A Legacy of Excellence: Celebrating Dr. Shelly Witham
We are proud to celebrate Dr. Shelly Witham, who earned the High Tech Teacher of the Year award and also received nominations for both the Governor’s Educator of the Year and County Teacher of the Year awards. With 24 years of dedication to High Tech, Dr. Witham has shaped generations of students through her leadership...Continue reading→
High Tech High School & STS Aerospace: Engineering the Future Together
High Tech High School proudly celebrates its partnership with STS Aerospace, named Hudson County Schools of Technology’s 2025 Business Partner of the Year. This partnership gives students meaningful, real-world exposure to aerospace and engineering, reinforcing the connection between classroom learning and industry practice. We sincerely thank STS Aerospace for their continued commitment to our students...Continue reading→
Spreading Cheer One Toy at a Time
National Honor Society is hosting a Toy Drive for the Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital! This is a wonderful opportunity to bring joy to children during the holiday season and help make their Christmas a little brighter. Donations are being accepted until December 19th. Please bring all gifts to Ms. Medina in Room E 216....Continue reading→
Echoes of Winter: Stories in Motion
From powerful choreography to moments of high drama, every performance by our Choreography, Dance and Drama majors told a story. With a wide range of styles, acts, and creative expression, each piece brought its own emotion, intensity, and energy, keeping the audience engaged from start to finish. This season was about more than just movement....Continue reading→
The Class of 2029 presents Winter Movie Night at High Tech High School
The Class of 2029 presents Winter Movie Night at High Tech High School, taking place in the gym on December 19 from 5 to 9 pm. Join us for a magical evening featuring Home Alone, hot chocolate, ice cream sundaes, popcorn, snacks, games, prizes, and plenty of fun. Tickets are $ 5 and include popcorn,...Continue reading→