(Atlantic City, NJ—May 12, 2017) For the first time since its inception, the High Tech Culinary Academy participated in the 7th Annual New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) County Vocational-Technical School Cook-Off Challenge at Caesar’s Palace, taking home the Silver and Bronze Medals, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School. “We wanted...
Month: May 2017
High Tech Students in Study Abroad Class Embark on European Trip
(North Bergen, NJ—May 17, 2017) On April 13th, the Study Abroad class from High Tech High School embarked on another wondrous journey to the European continent this year, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School. The Study Abroad students, led by Dr. Laje Gashi and instructional chaperones Joseph Ona and Dr. Nina...
County Prep Senior Joseph Valentino
County Prep Senior Joseph Valentino was featured in an article on NJ.com about his participation on the Dickinson Rams Baseball team and their appreciation for his contributions to the team. Please check out the link below. The County Prep community is proud of you, Joey! http://highschoolsports.nj.com/news/article/1574855028809415526/joseph-valentino-shows-hes-more-than-just-a-manager-for-dickinsons-baseball-team-with-video/
Eleven High Tech Students Honored at 31st Annual Teen Arts Student Art Expo Awards Ceremony
(Bayonne, NJ—May 11, 2017) Judges at the 31st Annual Teen Arts Student Art Expo honored ten High Tech students for their artistic achievements at the award ceremony at the Bayonne Library and Cultural Center, which showcased Hudson County Fine Arts students’ artworks through Sunday, May 14th, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High...
County Prep Students Attend Performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Pax Amicus Theater
On Tuesday, May 9th, County Prep students attended a performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Pax Amicus Castle Theater in Budd Lake, NJ. World Literature students in Mrs. Ashe's classes, Ms. Noel's classes, and Ms. Torres's & Ms. Granato's classes studied the play earlier this year. Students were impressed by the live performance, noting...
High Tech High School Joins County Prep High School in Trout Release and Environmental Field Trip
Students from High Tech High School joined students from County Prep High School to release trout into the Manasquan River in Wall Township, NJ. The trout were raised in the classroom from eggs and their release marks the culminating activity of a state sponsored program known as “Trout in the Classroom”. The district has been...
County Prep Senior Vanessa Saiboo Signs with Felician College
County Prep Senior Vanessa Saiboo has reached a goal that she set for herself as a young girl. Since the age of seven she has been running cross country track and is now looking forward to running on the collegiate level. This month Vanessa signed with Felician College to be part of their Cross Country...
High Tech World Language Students Earn Medals in National Exams
(North Bergen, NJ—May 8, 2017) This March, students enrolled in World Languages at High Tech entered the National Exams in French, Japanese, and Spanish, and results for this year have been published at last, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School. Gold Medalists include Mously Lo of Jersey City (French 3), Jeremy...
County Prep Students Experience Peru
Students at County Prep High School had the opportunity during spring recess to travel to Peru, the world of the Inca Empire. During this trip, students were able to share with local communities in the Sacred Valley and learn how they preserve their history, art and heritage. Our students were also able to explore the...
County Prep Environmental Science Students Create Bella the Bride Bouquet
Ms. Rose's Environmental Science students at County Prep High School made a bridal bouquet out of Tyvek for Bella the Bride. It is showcased at the Deirdre Imus Cancer Center at Hackensack Hospital. Bella the Bride represents the beauty found through sustainable practices. Bella’s wedding gown is the latest addition to the Recycle Runway Collection; a traveling exhibit...