On the 18th of November, a group of senior students from the Architecture and Industrial Design departments embarked on an educational journey to the esteemed Guggenheim Museum in New York City. This excursion laid the groundwork for their forthcoming unit on architecture case studies, where they will delve into the examination and interpretation of significant...
On November 15th, Stacey Kliesch, an esteemed architect, interior designer, and NJIT representative, delivered a comprehensive presentation, outlining the diverse academic opportunities within NJIT's College of Architecture and Design. Targeted at freshmen from the D|Fab Architecture, Industrial Design, Wood Tech, and Commercial and Advertising Arts programs, the session provided insights into NJIT's offerings in architecture,...
County Prep’s Social Skills Club left the city for the country in October with a visit to Wightman Farms in Morristown. Students enjoyed a delightful afternoon amidst the pumpkin patch and apple and cherry orchards. Students had a fun time sipping apple cider, eating powdered donuts, and taking a tractor-pulled hayride through the farm fields....
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...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Welcome Macy Phillips, HCST’s New Student Representative Please join us in welcoming our newest Student Representative to the HCST Board, Macy Phillips. Macy is a Junior at High Tech High School, where she is an Architecture major in the Design and Fabrication Academy. Macy is deeply involved at...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Alumni Spotlight: Amar Arslanovic’s Career at Eastern Millwork Amar Arslanovic, a High Tech High School alumnus from the Class of 2019 and a graduate of the DFAB Academy, now works at Eastern Millwork. Recently, he and his team visited Redeemer Church, where Amar—our first graduate from the apprenticeship...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Staff Spotlight: Bobbie Jo Dickman Nominated for EMS Career Lifetime Achievement Award We are thrilled to announce that Bobbie Jo Dickman has been nominated for the prestigious EMS Career Lifetime Achievement Award by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, and the EMS Advisory...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Walking for a Cause as Students Unite for Breast Cancer Awareness On Sunday, October 13, students and staff from County Prep High School/ATD, High Tech High School/ACTE, and Explore Middle School proudly participated in the annual Breast Cancer Walk at Liberty State Park. Each school formed a dedicated...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Week of Respect Highlights at High Tech/ACTE High Tech/ACTE celebrated the Week of Respect with a series of engaging activities! Spirit Week kicked off with Blue Monday, followed by Teamwork Tuesday (where students wore their favorite team jerseys), Fandom Wednesday (representing their favorite band, musician, or TV show),...
Return to October, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Building Character and Unity: Explore Middle School's Week of Respect Explore Middle School kicked off the Week of Respect with activities promoting unity against bullying. Students were encouraged to wear themed outfits, like pajamas to "put bullying to bed." In orientation, they learned about bullying, conflict, and the...