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...
Designing Tomorrow: High Tech High’s Journey Through Sustainable Architecture at NJIT
High Tech High School’s Architecture and Industrial Design students had an inspiring visit to the Hillier School of Architecture at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). A key highlight of the trip was an engaging lecture by a renowned, published architecture professor, Mr. Cays, who introduced the students to the concept of the environmental...
Students Embark on a Journey of Innovation at The Adaptations 2.0 Exhibition on Governors Island
On a crisp and beautiful November day, Ms. Batista’s Architecture, Mrs. Simon’s Industrial Design, and Mr. Bolich’s Wood Technology Junior students traveled to Governors Island in New York City to visit The Adaptations 2.0 Exhibition at Pratt Institute's Center for Climate Adaptation. Co-hosted with the Trust for Governors Island and the NY Climate Exchange, the...
County Prep’s Model Government Club Extends Participation to Model United Nations Conferences
Students in County Prep's Model Government Club had a wonderful time at Rutgers Model United Nations representing Bulgaria. Students researched, debated, and fought for Bulgaria's position on human rights, climate change, international security and more. Students collaborated with other countries in order to create allies and pass resolutions to address these specific issues. Our alumni...
Guggenheim Field Experience
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...
NJIT School of Architecture Presentation
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,...
Exploring New Beginnings: Explore Middle School’s Open House Welcomes Future Students
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...
In Memory of Shayaan Mahmood
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...
HTHS Dance Performance Shines at NJSBA Conference
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...