D|Fab Industrial Design Lamp Project Review
Martina Decker, Interim Chair of the School of Art and Design, and Hannah Berkin-Harper, Associate Professor of Art & Design at the Hillier College of Architecture & Design at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, attended the final presentation of Ms. Simon’s Industrial Design senior class. The students showcased their lighting design projects, which focused...
D|Fab Habitat for Humanity Trip
Ms. Batista's Senior Architecture Studio class, accompanied by school counselor Mr. Morrison, had an incredible opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity on February 13th. This hands-on experience not only strengthened student's teamwork skills but also deepened their understanding of the importance of service. The trip was organized through Greater Newark Habitat for Humanity, which...
County Prep Students Learn About Public Transit
Instructors from the Rutgers’ Travel Independence Program (RUTIP) recently met with a group of County Prep juniors and seniors to teach them about using public transportation. Jeffrey Dennis and Jaqueline Ng from the RUTIP initiative gave students an introduction on how to use public buses and light rail. Students received instruction on how to use...
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
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...
French Themed Painting Event
On January 28, 2025, the French Club recently hosted a lively and colorful "French Themed Painting" event. Students were invited to delve into the world of renowned French artists like Monet and Van Gogh. Each participant selected a favorite artist and attempted to recreate their signature style. The atmosphere was filled with vibrant colors, enthusiastic...
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...
County Prep Green Club Hosts Guest Speakers
On Monday, January 27th, the CP Green Club hosted guest speakers from the Hudson County Division of Planning - Sophia Calcaterra, Nicholas Mitch, Blair Johnson, and Kevin Force - who delivered an informative presentation and led an engaging activity on risk assessment and adaptive strategies for flooding and climate change, specifically tailored to the Jersey...
County Prep’s Social Skills Club Learns Life and Consumer Skills at Lifetown Shoppes
The Social Skills Club at County Prep recently got an opportunity to learn and practice everyday consumer and life skills in a safe and controlled setting at the Lifetown Shoppes in Livingston, NJ. Lifetown is a simulated Main Street which provides a supportive and hands-on retail environment and town square. The facility features the kinds...
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...