Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Exploring New Beginnings: Explore Middle School's Open House Welcomes Future Students On Tuesday, October 8th, Explore Middle School held an open house for prospective 5th-grade students. The event featured guided tours and informational sessions, with 8th-grade volunteers helping lead tours, answering questions, and sharing their experiences at the...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue In Memory of Shayaan Mahmood Dear HCST Community, I am writing to share my thoughts, memories, and reflections on the life of Shayaan Mahmood, a remarkable young man who left us far too soon. As Shayaan’s school counselor, I had the privilege of witnessing his growth over the...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue HTHS Dance Performance Shines at NJSBA Conference The New Jersey School Board Association selected the Performance Division Dance majors from High Tech High School to represent the Hudson County Schools of Technology at their annual conference on October 22nd in Atlantic City. Under the direction of instructor Trista...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Promoting Wellness and Peace: Therapy Dogs Visit HTHS/ACTE On October 30, 2024, Joseph Cossolini, a Board Member of Hudson County Schools of Technology and the Jersey City POBA Civic Association, and his partner Letia Nalls visited HTHS/ACTE at the Frank J. Gargiulo Center. They were warmly received by...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue Hudson Technical Cosmetology Students Give Back to Local Seniors Our Hudson Technical Cosmetology students showed appreciation for seniors with the HCST Hudson Technical Post Secondary Team! Students Ciara M., Crystal T., Alexandra M., and Jamie M. partnered with Top Notch Barbershop and their dedicated instructor, Ms. Fernanda Lipka,...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue A Heartwarming Success at Explore Middle School's Annual Pancake Breakfast! On Saturday, November 16, Explore Middle School hosted their annual Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by our incredible PSA, and it was a heartwarming success! We are so grateful for our amazing parents and guardians who continuously support our school...
Return to November, 2024 HCST Connections Issue HCST Connections November 2024 Welcome to this month’s newsletter, where we’re excited to share stories of creativity, compassion, and community! In this issue, we have a heartwarming collection of highlights from our students, staff, and programs. From our Hudson Technical Cosmetology students giving back to local seniors, to...