(Los Angeles—November 19, 2017) High Tech Dance alumnus Idaliz Cristian, 18, of North Bergen, danced during Demi Lovato's performance of "Sorry Not Sorry" at the American Music Awards (AMAs), announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School. Chosen to perform by former Fairview resident JoJo Gomez, professional dancer and choreographer, Cristian moved to Los...
High Tech’s D|FAB Academy Hosts Its 2nd Annual Applebee’s Breakfast Fundraiser
(North Bergen—November 22, 2017’) The D|FAB Academy at High Tech High School raised $600 at the 2nd annual DFAB Applebee’s breakfast fundraiser, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech. These funds help D|FAB Academy pay for a variety of educational and team-building activities that make up its unique learning community. For many educators, community...
County Prep’s Accounting Class Attends Junior Achievement Event at Roxiticus Golf Club
Students from Ms. Campanioni's accounting class participated in a Structured Learning Experience at Roxiticus Golf Club in Mendham, NJ. Junior Achievement hosted the event and selected County Prep students to be ambassadors for the day. The students participated in Team Building, Networking, and Sales workshops with practicing professionals from Accenture and Ernst & Young. They interacted with...
County Prep Seniors in Cosmetology Participate in Training
NJ Safe Schools offered a Cosmetology Safety and Health Workshop to County Prep senior cosmetology students on Monday, October 23, 2017. The training is based on the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health's Youth @ Work Curriculum. The workshop covered topics such as common work injuries, hazard identification and control, emergency responses, job rights, infection control, chemical safety,...
County Prep Students Participate in Apprenticeship Program in Nursing and Physical Therapy
Representatives from the Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) - Certified Nursing Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide Apprenticeship Program presented to over 70 students at County Prep High School on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. The scholarship program provides outreach, training, and placements for students interested in becoming Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) or Physical Therapy Aides (PTA). Students learned...
County Prep High School Participates in Stage Hand Technician Program
A representative from the Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Stage Hand Technician Program presented to over 40 students at County Prep High School on Friday, October 27, 2017. This is a "LEARN WHILE YOU EARN" program that provides outreach, training, and placements for students interested in becoming a Stage Hand Technician. It is an alternative pathway...
County Prep’s Student Council Hosts 2nd Annual Game Night
Game Night was held by County Prep’s Student Council on Friday November 17, 2017. Coordinated by a diligent team of juniors, the event bustled with exhilaration as flocks of attendees participated in a selection of engaging and entertaining games including Ninja, Just Dance 2018, and Jenga with Charades. Compelled participants were infused with a healthy...
High Tech Ranks 28th in New Jersey, 660th Nationally, in U.S. News & World Report
(Washington, D.C.—November 20, 2017) Once more, U.S. News & World Report has ranked High Tech High School the 28th best school in New Jersey and 660th best school in the entire nation, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech. At High Tech, students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams, and...
High Tech Media Arts Inaugurates “The Tenth Period Show Starring David Mansour” with Noted Actress Abigail Hawk
(North Bergen--November 1, 2017) The High Tech Media Arts Department welcomed actress Abigail Hawk of CBS's hit show Blue Bloods to the inaugural installment of The Tenth Period Show Starring David Mansour, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.Mansour, a TV Production major at High Tech and a resident of Bayonne, interviewed Hawk...
High Tech French Classes Hold Their Annual Petales de Rose French Cafe
(North Bergen--November 3, 2017) High Tech's French II classes held their annual cafe, Petales de Rose ("Rose Petals"), which encapsulated the magnificent experience of the French provinces, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.Traditional music set the tone for the cultural scenery and delicacies of Petales de Rose. The students in the French classes commandeered...