On Friday, October 18, Vanessa Batista hosted D|Fab’s Autumn Staff Craft Night, an evening dedicated to creativity, community, and fun. HCST staff came together to design fall-themed, reusable canvas tote bags, expressing their individual styles through a variety of colors, stencils, and autumn-inspired designs. The event provided a relaxed atmosphere where staff could unwind after...Continue reading
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
Our trip to the New York Museum of Native Americans was nothing short of amazing\! Seeing our class presentations come to life through the beautiful beadwork, traditional clothing, masks, and utensils on display was such a rewarding experience. We were able to explore the museum at our own pace, soaking in all the history and...Continue reading
At High Tech High, a unique project has brought together creativity, technology, and practical skills. Students Astrid Diaz and Hazel Glinoga, under the guidance of Mr. Bolich in their Simulated Manufacturing Work-Based Learning class, have crafted a bespoke coffee table for the school's main office waiting area. This project is a testament to the school's...Continue reading
This year, the Theater Arts Drama classes, who are part of the Paper Mill Playhouse Adopt-A-School program (Year 3) presented an intricate and incredibly moving musical, Into the Woods, a musical about choices and regrets, mistakes and forgiveness, and above all about the value of friendship and humanity. The students, directed by their teacher, Raluca...Continue reading
On June 7th, 2024 High Tech High School hosted the second annual HCST Interlingua Festival. World Languages Departments of both schools, High Tech and County Prep, participated in this event and the French Honor Society of High Tech High School was the main organizer. There was a celebration of our linguistic and cultural diversity. Students...Continue reading
On June 19, 2024, the French Honor Society of High Tech High School held its annual induction ceremony. It was also a goodbye celebration for senior graduating members. The celebration commemorated events and achievements of the French Club and the FHS throughout the year, such as the French Museum/Immersive experience, the Statue of Libertty field...Continue reading
On June 8th, the Award Ceremony for the Student Haiku Contest 2024 was held at the United Nations International School (UNIS). This annual event is also hosted by the Northeast Council of Teachers of Japanese (NECTJ) and the Permanent Mission of Japan to the United Nations. Students and teachers worldwide submit their haiku in English,...Continue reading
ACE Mentors: Jeff Schlecht, RSC Architects Irina Graziani, PGAL Eddie Alonso, Whitman Carlos Arredondo, RSC Architects Mili Sawyer, Whitman Radi Ali, RSC Architect On Friday, April 26, five teams from High Tech High School’s ACE Mentorship Club showcased their final projects at the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s School of Architecture. The competition tasked students...Continue reading
Students in the Architecture Simulated Work-based Learning program have finished the initial phase of the way-finding signage project at High Tech High School. Their job was to plan, design, print, and strategically place signs all over the Frank J. Gargiulo Campus. The next phase will concentrate on enhancing navigation in the “in-between” areas to facilitate...Continue reading