Exploring Native History: A Memorable Trip to the New York Museum of Native Americans
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
Innovation in Education: High Tech Students Create Custom Coffee Table
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
High Tech Theater Arts Drama performs Into The Woods by Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and Book by James Lapine
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
2024 HCST Interlingua Festival
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
French Honor Society of High Tech High School 2024 Annual Induction Ceremony
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
Student Haiku Contest 2024
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 Mentorship Presentation at NJIT
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
High Tech High School’s Way-Finding Signage Project
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
French Honor Society’s Annual French Immersive Experience
High Tech students were transported into the Impressionist Movement during the French Honor Society’s Annual French Immersive Experience on Wednesday, April 17. Inspired by the famous Van Gogh Immersive Experience, members transformed the resource room into a museum of student work. A dark room featuring digital paintings from the Impressionist Movement greeted guests displayed on...Continue reading
Triumph at the French Language Competition!
We are immensely proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our students at the French Language Competition held in Middletown, NJ, on March 23rd, 2024. This year, our school was represented by a group of exceptionally talented linguists who showcased their skills and passion, earning top honors across a wide range of categories including poetry,...Continue reading