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La Chandeleur/Crepe Day at High Tech

La Chandeleur/Crepe Day at High Tech

French students celebrated La Chandeleur, a traditional French holiday that takes place on February 2nd marking the midpoint of winter and symbolizing the return of light. The festivities centered around learning to make crêpes, a culinary custom deeply intertwined with the holiday. Students embraced this tradition, attempting the perfect crepe while enjoying a relaxing ambiance...

French Students Shine at Prestigious Lycée Français Theatre Festival

French Students Shine at Prestigious Lycée Français Theatre Festival

Last Friday, students from High Tech High School's French class took center stage at the renowned French Theatre Festival Première Scène held at the Lycée Français of New York. The students immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the festival and delivered a captivating performance of their original scene, "Réunion de Famille" (Family Reunion). Our...

High Tech Theater Arts Drama performs Radium Girls by D. W. Gregory

High Tech Theater Arts Drama performs Radium Girls by D. W. Gregory

This winter, the Theater Arts Drama classes performed Radium Girls, the tragedy of the young dial painters working in a radium plant in Orange, NJ in the 1920s. The students, directed by their teacher, Raluca Georgiana Shields, focused on developing characters, their interwoven relationships, as well as bringing to light this profound story, unleashed by...

Hispanic Heritage Day Was A Truly Unforgettable Experience

Hispanic Heritage Day Was A Truly Unforgettable Experience

On October 16th, 2024, our school community celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant Hispanic Day event. This cultural celebration highlighted the diverse backgrounds of our student body and showcased the rich tapestry of Spanish culture. We extend our sincere thanks to the administration, teachers, kitchen staff, and maintenance crew for their unwavering dedication in...

Designing Tomorrow: High Tech High's Journey Through Sustainable Architecture at NJIT

Designing Tomorrow: High Tech High’s Journey Through Sustainable Architecture at NJIT

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...

Students Embark on a Journey of Innovation at The Adaptations 2.0 Exhibition on Governors Island

Students Embark on a Journey of Innovation at The Adaptations 2.0 Exhibition on Governors Island

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...

County Prep's Model Government Club Extends Participation to Model United Nations Conferences

County Prep’s Model Government Club Extends Participation to Model United Nations Conferences

Students in County Prep's Model Government Club had a wonderful time at Rutgers Model United Nations representing Bulgaria. Students researched, debated, and fought for Bulgaria's position on human rights, climate change, international security and more. Students collaborated with other countries in order to create allies and pass resolutions to address these specific issues. Our alumni...