We are proud to celebrate our sophomore Environmental Science student, Otys Train, who was recently featured by NPR while competing in New Jersey’s annual World Series of Birding. Otys and his teammates, known as The Pete Dunnelins, were highlighted for their dedication, teamwork, and remarkable birding skills during the 24-hour statewide competition. The competition challenges...Continue reading
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Student Research Recognized at the NJ FFA Agriscience Fair
Congratulations to our students who won their divisions on April 29th presenting their research at the NJ FFA Agriscience Fair! All division winners will be recognized at the State FFA Convention in May and will receive a certificate, a plaque, a pin, and a $50 award. Division winners will also advance to the National FFA...Continue reading
Environmental Science Academy Agriscience Researchers Earn National Bronze Ranking!
Congratulations to our Agriscience Researchers from the Environmental Science Academy! We are proud to celebrate our students who earned a national bronze ranking for their outstanding Agriscience research. In the spring of 2025, these talented students achieved 1st place in their division at the New Jersey FFA Agriscience Fair. Plant Systems Division IV: Aesha Patel...Continue reading
Urban Ecology Juniors Explore the High Line and Little Island
Mrs. Schlitzer’s Urban Ecology juniors from the Environmental Science Academy explored New York City on a field trip to the High Line and Little Island. Students experienced firsthand the importance of green space in an urban setting, observing how natural landscapes are woven into the city environment. Along the High Line, they answered questions about...Continue reading
Bringing Nature and Art Together: Juniors Discover Urban Ecology on the High Line
On October 2nd, Juniors in the Environmental Science Academy, who are currently taking a course in Urban Ecology, visited the High Line, an urban park in the heart of New York City. During this trip, the students witnessed the principles of urban ecology firsthand. They observed native plants, wildlife, and artwork in the reclaimed space...Continue reading
Inspiring the Next Generation: Chase Sherburne’s FFA Journey
Chase Sherburne, the State FFA President of New Jersey, recently captivated students in the Environmental Academy at High Tech High School with his presentation, offering a glimpse into his journey in agriculture and the enriching experiences provided by the FFA program. As he shared insights into the various conventions FFA has to offer, Sherburne left...Continue reading
Spain or Science?
High Tech High School senior Andrea Gonzalez surrendered a summer in the sun for a summer of hard work. Andrea found an internship with 'Partners in Science' through the Liberty Science Center this past summer, 2023. Andrea was paired with research scientists at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers, working with brilliant mentors...Continue reading
HCST Summer Sustainability Project 2023
This year, Hudson County Schools of Technology hosted their first Summer Sustainability Project at High Tech High School. This 5-week workshop was open to all students in our HCST district from middle school to high school, as well as newly accepted students. This project included a lot of hands-on work outside in the garden, in...Continue reading
HTHS Seniors Earn Degree from Hudson County Community College
Eleven High Tech seniors who completed a dual-enrollment program were conferred the degree of Associates of Science in Environmental Studies from Hudson County Community College (HCCC) at a commencement ceremony on May 17, 2023 at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. The degree ceremony marks the culmination of four years of study for six Environmental...
HTHS Environmental Science Academy Alumni Visits for CTE Month®
(Secaucus, NJ--February 1, 2023) Jeremy Lewan (HTHS ‘18) made an impact on our 107 Environmental Science Academy students with his powerful career-related presentation as part of our district’s celebration of Career Technical Education Month®, announced Ms. Kathy Young, Principal of High Tech High School. Every February, the CTE community celebrates CTE Month® to raise awareness...
