Three students from High Tech High School’s Design and Fabrication Academy (D|Fab) completed an intensive summer internship with STS Aerospace, a global leader in fluid conveyance products for commercial and military aircraft, as well as energy, space, and marine industries. This unique opportunity was made possible through High Tech alumna Angelique Rivera (Class of 2018),...Continue reading

On Friday, April 11th, the D|Fab Student Showcase was an inspiring display of creativity, technical skill, and community spirit. Students from all D|Fab majors presented a diverse range of impressive projects, including architectural models, prototypes, digital designs, and fabrication work. The event highlighted both student achievement and the interdisciplinary nature of the D|Fab program. Advisory...Continue reading

Students from the D|Fab architecture program, led by Ms. Batista and ranging from freshmen to seniors, recently toured the Honorable Frank J. Guarini Justice Complex in Jersey City. Designed by renowned architect Rafael Viñoly, the courthouse stands as a striking example of modern civic architecture. With its clean lines and thoughtful use of space, the...Continue reading

On Thursday, April 10th, the Senior Wood Technology students completed their difficult Industry Valued Credential exam from Autodesk Fusion 360. Over the past 3 years, students have been utilizing Fusion to model, create dimensional drawings, and cut lists for all of their projects. The end goal was to obtain this industry-recognized certification to add to...

I am thrilled to share some fantastic news regarding our students' performance at the 3D Bridge Competition held today at NJIT. Grace, Amber, Aki, Jiya, and Aalaya competed against 13 other schools and achieved remarkable success. Our team secured 1st place in the "Stiffest Bridge" subcategory, demonstrating exceptional engineering skills and problem-solving abilities. This means...Continue reading

Our recent visit to one of Drex Corp's current project sites, located in Queens, New York City, led by ACE mentor Vivek Bhadiyadra, gave us a unique opportunity to dive into the complexities of building foundations. As a renowned contracting company specializing in Support of Excavation, Piling, Foundations, and Superstructures, Drex Corp hosted Ms. Vanessa...Continue reading

Martina Decker, Interim Chair of the School of Art and Design, and Hannah Berkin-Harper, Associate Professor of Art & Design at the Hillier College of Architecture & Design at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, attended the final presentation of Ms. Simon’s Industrial Design senior class. The students showcased their lighting design projects, which focused...Continue reading

Ms. Batista's Senior Architecture Studio class, accompanied by school counselor Mr. Morrison, had an incredible opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity on February 13th. This hands-on experience not only strengthened student's teamwork skills but also deepened their understanding of the importance of service. The trip was organized through Greater Newark Habitat for Humanity, which...Continue reading

High Tech High School’s Architecture and Industrial Design students had an inspiring visit to the Hillier School of Architecture at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). A key highlight of the trip was an engaging lecture by a renowned, published architecture professor, Mr. Cays, who introduced the students to the concept of the environmental...Continue reading

On a crisp and beautiful November day, Ms. Batista’s Architecture, Mrs. Simon’s Industrial Design, and Mr. Bolich’s Wood Technology Junior students traveled to Governors Island in New York City to visit The Adaptations 2.0 Exhibition at Pratt Institute's Center for Climate Adaptation. Co-hosted with the Trust for Governors Island and the NY Climate Exchange, the...Continue reading