County Prep's April Kibalo Serves as Representative at Anti-Bullying Conference

County Prep student April Kibalo was selected to represent the Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Conference at the School Climate and Anti-Bullying Conference on May 25th, at Stockton University, NJ. April spoke in a panel discussion at this event. She was chosen as a graduate of the MLK Jr. Leadership Conference’s 2016-2017 program year. The MLK program is a Youth Empowerment Conference that inspires and empowers high school students to become effective advocates and allies for peaceful social change on issues of violence, prejudice and discrimination. April will be spoke with other MLK graduates and staff members of the MLK program. She shared what inspires her to care about issues of diversity and social justice.

Work of Five High Tech Visual Arts Students on Display at New Jersey City University Art Gallery

(Jersey City, NJ—May 23, 2017) This year, the Hudson County Alliance of Teen Artists has selected five High Tech students to have their art exhibited at the New Jersey City University Art Gallery, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech.

Bayonne residents Amanda Chang and Jillian Wiadzionek, Lauren Krasnoff of Guttenberg, Union City resident Kaitlin Juarez, and Olivia Alicandri of Weehawken all have contributed their visual art to the New Jersey City University Art Gallery.

“I’m very proud of the work of our talented students at High Tech,” says William Kennon, veteran High Tech Visual Arts instructor. 

The Hudson County Alliance of Teen Artists has been made possible through funds from the Hudson County Division of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourist Development, the County Executive and Board of Chosen Freeholders, the New Jersey Department of Education Interim County Executive Superintendent, the Hudson County Superintendents Round Table, North Bergen Board of Education, Bayonne Board of Education, Secaucus Board of Education, and New Jersey City University.

County Prep High School Students Receive Awards at Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts

Congratulations to the County Prep High School students who participated in this year's Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts. The visual art competition was held at The Bayonne Library from May 8th to the 13th.  

Kate Ascuas, a sophomore, won Tops Honors for her “Abandoned Building” photograph. The following students: Kiara Peguero (Junior), Cyril San Gabriel (Sophomore), Ashley Smith (Sophomore), James Brian Luistro-Abad (Junior), Karolina Minkiewicz (Senior), Arieliz Ramos (Sophomore), Almira Mae Cayaban (Junior), and Yasmin Mamur (Junior) all received Judge’s Awards for their photographs. From Graphic Arts, a senior, Nelly Pacheco also won a Judge’s award for her work. Students Kathryn Kennedy (Junior), April Kibalo (Junior), Ralph Santiago (Junior), Ysabelle Abis (Junior), Kelvin Rhaburn (Junior), Claire Ryan (Junior), Giancarlos Miranda (Junior), and Carla Lizano (Senior), who all major in Graphic Arts, and recently participated in a Vans Sneaker Competition received Judge’s awards for their sneaker designs.

Works by Nelly Pacheco and Banni Anand (Senior) from Graphic Arts will also be submitted to NJCU for a Judge’s award. The following photographers-Syan Iannaitelli (Senior), Destiny Kenny (Junior) and Jennifer Ngo (Sophomore) will also submit their works to NJCU for a judge’s award.

Ms. Mendolla, Ms. Rubio, and Mr. Patten would like to congratulate all the contestants who participated in the 2017 Teen Arts Competition!

High Tech’s Rebecca Klein-Cohen Wins Second Place in 2017 Letters About Literature Presentation

(Livingston, NJ—May 17, 2017) Hoboken resident Rebecca Klein-Cohen of High Tech has won Second Place in the national Library of Congress program, Letters About Literature, and she took part in the 2017 celebration for New Jersey’s winners, held at the Student Center at the Livingston Campus of Rutgers University, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech.

Klein-Cohen dedicated her letter to Lin Manuel Miranda, the creator of the widely-popular musical Hamilton: An American Musical, and entered it into Category III, which covers 9-12 graders.

Also in Category III, the following High Tech students have earned Distinguished Honors: Gabriel Goya of Bayonne, who wrote a letter addressed to David Lubar, author of Sleeping Freshmen Never Lie, and North Bergen residents Julissa Laignelet and Isabella Rodriguez, who wrote to Jay Asher, author of Thirteen Reasons Why, and Lauren Oliver, the author of Before I Fall, respectively.  These three students accompanied Klein-Cohen to the celebration.

Out of almost 2,000 letters submitted in the Letters About Literature contest, High Tech High School received notice that these four students had been recognized at the Letters About Literature ceremony. Judges for Letters About Literature include authors, publishers, librarians and educators. The first two rounds of reading occurs at the Library of Congress, which determines which letters advance to state-level judging. First place state winners only advance for national judging.

Julissa Laignelet, Rebecca Klein-Cohen, Isabella Rodriguez, Gabriel Goya, Pat Morris (Executive Director, New Jersey Center for the Book), and Guy Lamolinara (Communications Officer, Library of Congress, the Center for the Book)

High Tech High School Envirothon Team Has Another Successful Year

(Long Valley, NJ—May 13, 2017) Ten High Tech students participated in the 2017 Envirothon, where thirty teams from across the Garden State converged at Schooley's Mountain Park for the competition, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

Two High Tech Envirothon teams competed.  Team #2, consisting of Sarah Bacha, Soham Shah, and Zhixiu Zhang of North Bergen, Bayonne resident Alex Seth Becerril, and Aubrey Beam of Jersey City, earned First Place in the Envirothon’s Team Presentation.  Team #2 placed ninth overall in the entire state.  Team #1, consisting of Chandni Raithatha and Vibha Chauhan of Jersey City, North Bergen resident Mihir Vora, Eleanore Woodruff of Weehawken, and West New York resident Amir Mustafa, placed seventh overall in the entire state.

“Despite a night of drenching rain at the campsite and all day during the competition, the students never complained and were amazing competitors,” says Shelly Witham, High Tech Environmental Science instructor, named an Outstanding Earth Science Teacher by the National Association of Geoscience Teachers in 2009.

A hands-on, problem-solving competition held every May, the New Jersey Envirothon teams of five students convene for a day-long event, with honors, prizes, and even scholarships at stake.  Areas of competition include Aquatics, Forestry, Soils, Wildlife, Team Presentation, and a Current Environmental Issue.  One week prior to the event, students must consider an environmental and/or real-life scenario for which they must explore the natural resources, implications, and stakeholders involved; collaborate to devise a solution; and provide a team presentation to a panel of judges on the day of the Envirothon competition.

County Prep Hosts a Business Luncheon

The Business Program at County Prep hosted an end-of-the-year luncheon at Shalimar BBQ Restaurant to enhance the global business cultural awareness and understanding across County Prep, announced Ms. Barbara Mendolla, Principal of County Prep High School. 

Students from different backgrounds and cultures participated to make this a tremendous multicultural event. “This professional business luncheon offered students the opportunity to explore, understand, and enjoy the beauty of diverse cultures," says Dr. Syed Abbasi. 

This was a great opportunity for students to experience a global business environment as well as to educate students to welcome people from different cultures and backgrounds.  In addition to business majors, members of the Middle Eastern Cultural and Business-Technology Clubs were among the participants.  

The purpose of this field trip was to educate students about diversity and mutual respect for one another through social interaction and to prepare them for local and global business environments.

County Prep Wins Multiple Medals at FCCLA Conference

Congratulations to the FCCLA members who attended the conference in Cherry Hill, NJ on March 23rd and 24th. The students won 14 gold, 6 silver, and 2 bronze medals. Seven County Prep students have qualified to represent New Jersey at the national conference in July in Nashville, Tennessee. A total of $28,000 in scholarships were awarded to various students. Great job.

Delila Torres Wins Prestigious Goya Foods Culinary Arts Scholarship

As a result of her academic excellence and culinary skills, Delila Torres has been selected to receive the Goya Foods Culinary Arts Scholarship.  She is a senior in the district’s culinary arts program and studied with Chef Joseph Delesky.  Delila will receive $5000 per year for four years to continue her culinary arts education. In the Fall of 2017, Delila will start at Hudson County Community College to complete her associates degree in Culinary Arts. In 2019, she plans to attend Johnson & Wales in Providence, Rhode Island to pursue her Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Management and Food Service Management.  “We are proud of Delila’s commitment to her education and wish her all the best,” said Principal Barbara Mendolla. Delila has learned to prepare various types of hot and cold food. She competed in the Skills USA Food Service competition the last two years and placed in the top ten out of thirty competitors each year. Said Chef Delesky, “It has been a pleasure to teach and watch Delila grow over the past four years. I believe that she will be one of our success stories that we will be talking about in the near future.”  Delila is the daughter of proud parents Maritza and Dennis Torres. HCST thanks Goya Foods for their continuing support of our culinary arts students.

High Tech Earns Accolades at 34th Annual Orlando Saa Foreign Language Poetry Recitation Contest

(Wayne, NJ—May 18, 2017) William Paterson University held its 34^th Annual Orlando Saa Foreign Language Poetry Recitation Contest, and again, High Tech distinguished itself in the contest for German, French, Italian, Japanese and Spanish, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech.

The following High Tech students received special recognition for the Orlando Saa Foreign Language Poetry Recitation Contest: First Place for Carlos Arce-Sanchez of East Newark (Advanced Level German) and Kearny resident Camille Romano (Advanced Level Japanese), as well as Third Place for Monica Arce-Sanchez of East Newark (Beginner Level German), North Bergen resident Shirley Grullon (Advanced Level Italian), and Rebecca Rosas of West New York (Intermediate Level Japanese).

Also, these High Tech students participated in the Poetry Recitation Contest: Ibrahim Bangoura (Native Level French) and Mously Lo (Advanced Level French) of Jersey City, Harrison resident Joseph Barbosa (Intermediate Level French), and Nicole Sanchez of Union City (Beginner Level French); Bayonne resident Kaitlyn Kirschner (Intermediate Level German); Lola Buczkowski of Jersey City (Beginner Level Italian); Jersey City resident Shanaz Munna (Beginner Level Japanese); Mariam Abdelmoula (Advanced Level Spanish), Alyssa Alvarez (Intermediate Level Spanish), and Rishika Bandamede (Beginner Level Spanish) of Jersey City.

Monica Arce-Sanchez

Shirley Grullon

Rebecca Rosas

Carlos Arce-Sanchez

High Tech Video Production and Radio Broadcasting Majors Interview Pro Hockey Player Rebecca Russo

(North Bergen, NJ—May 16, 2017) High Tech Video Production and Radio Broadcasting majors, under the direction of High Tech teachers Gregg Ascolese and Chris DePierro, conducted an interview with pro hockey player Rebecca Russo, who currently plays for the New York Riveters of the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL), announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

Video Production and Radio Broadcasting majors and Jersey City residents Laiba Khan, Jabari Yemonja-Olukun, Makayla Blount, and Robert Kaiser, and Secaucus resident Alana Aninipot conducted the interview.

Russo, a Boston University Terriers alumnus, 2016-17 All-Star, and third overall scorer for the Riveters, also works for MLB/NHL Network at Boston University.  She has been part of three Hockey East titles and a championship at Shattuck-St. Mary's School in Minnesota.

Russo inspired many young student athletes at High Tech with her advice on juggling academics and sports and one’s drive in continuing to contribute to female athletics.

The NWHL, a revolutionary league notable for its racial and ethnic diversity, has the distinction of being the first hockey league to pay its female athletes.

Ascolese and DePierro helped aid Aninipot, Blount, and Kaiser in setting up the studio lights and cameras.  Khan and Yemonja-Olukun hosted the interview with Russo.

“We students were able to enhance our broadcasting skills, as well as meet a positive role model who exemplifies discipline and innovation,” says Khan, a High Tech junior.

High Tech Culinary Academy Receives Silver and Bronze Medals at County Vocational-Technical School Cook-Off

(Atlantic City, NJ—May 12, 2017) For the first time since its inception, the High Tech Culinary Academy participated in the 7^th Annual New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) County Vocational-Technical School Cook-Off Challenge at Caesar’s Palace, taking home the Silver and Bronze Medals, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

“We wanted to showcase our students’ Caribbean roots to introduce people outside of Hudson County to delicious flavors and the work that goes into their food,” says Chef Dyanna Bruno. “All our students worked together flawlessly.  We’re so proud of the product they put forth.”

For the County Vocational-Technical School Cook-Off Challenge, eleven schools from across the Garden State, with a $500 budget, plated and served 400 hors d'oeuvres.  Professional executive chefs judged schools based on Taste, Theme, and Presentation, as well as a People’s Choice category.  The High Tech Culinary Academy prepared a take on ropa veja, transforming the traditional slow-braised, tender Cuban beef dish into a bite-sized spring rolls.  

“We couldn’t be more proud of our kids’ efforts and how professional they proved themselves [at the Cook-Off],” adds Chef Peter Turro.

Led by Culinary Academy instructors Bruno, Turro, and also Chef Jennifer Fargo, the High Tech students took home the Silver Medal in the Presentation Category and the Bronze Medals in the Taste and People’s Choice categories for taste and flavor.

The following Culinary Academy students took part in the County Vocational-Technical School Cook-Off Challenge: North Bergen residents Aysha Burgos, Gabriella Davila, Jeffrey Zarzuela, and Olivia Zulueta, as well as Taylor Avila and Jacqueline Perez, both of Union City.

Kudos to instructor Zach Bolich and his woodshop students, who constructed a professional-looking set, and instructors Bill Kennon and Eric Van Zanten and their fine art students, who created an exquisite painting to represent the theme of “Caribbean meets Hudson County.”

High Tech Students in Study Abroad Class Embark on European Trip

(North Bergen, NJ—May 17, 2017) On April 13^th, the Study Abroad class from High Tech High School embarked on another wondrous journey to the European continent this year, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

The Study Abroad students, led by Dr. Laje Gashi and instructional chaperones Joseph Ona and Dr. Nina Lavlinskaia, followed tour director Francesca Morgano, who provided insights as he navigated High Tech through France, Italy, Monaco, and the Vatican.

The journey spanned a fortnight from Paris to Rome.  Students visited famous places and monuments in Paris, surveyed the Castle of Versailles, visited the chateaux of the Loire Valley (Château de Chenonceau and Chartres, Amboise), sojourned in Lyon, and continued along to Provence and the French Riviera.

After France, High Tech traveled to Italy.  Beginning in Florence, students and teachers experienced the Leaning Tower of Pisa firsthand.  Then, they embarked on a trip to Pompeii and its famous ruins, Napoli, Capri, and, of course, Rome. They spent a lovely and quaint afternoon at the Vatican to conclude their Italian holiday.

As part of the pre-tour assignment, each student at each selected site had to step in as a local guide to provide interesting information on such areas as architecture, culture, and even cuisine to everyone on the tour.   In all, the wondrous journey took the Study Abroad class to splendorous castles with magnificent architecture, world-famous museums, breathtaking scenery, and refreshing, sun-drenched beaches.

County Prep Senior Joseph Valentino

County Prep Senior Joseph Valentino was featured in an article on NJ.com about his participation on the Dickinson Rams Baseball team and their appreciation for his contributions to the team. Please check out the link below. The County Prep community is proud of you, Joey!

http://highschoolsports.nj.com/news/article/1574855028809415526/joseph-valentino-shows-hes-more-than-just-a-manager-for-dickinsons-baseball-team-with-video/

Eleven High Tech Students Honored at 31st Annual Teen Arts Student Art Expo Awards Ceremony

(Bayonne, NJ—May 11, 2017) Judges at the 31^st Annual Teen Arts Student Art Expo honored ten High Tech students for their artistic achievements at the award ceremony at the Bayonne Library and Cultural Center, which showcased Hudson County Fine Arts students’ artworks through Sunday, May 14^th, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

High Tech students honored with the Judges Awards at the ceremony on Thursday, May 11^th, include Bayonne resident Sophia Velazquez, Lauren Krasnoff (who won the Top Honors Award) of Guttenberg, Harrison resident Brianna Martino, Sophia Higgins and Isabella Sanchez of Hoboken, Jersey City residents Kaitlin Lima and Pauline Bertholon (winner of two awards), Georgina Blenkey-Tchassova of Secaucus, and West New York residents Ambar Grullon and Stephanie Romano.

The Tony Guadadielo Scholarship Award, given only once each year for finest all-around work, went to Amanda Chang of Bayonne.  

(from left to right) Sophia Higgins, Lauren Krasnoff, and Isabella Sanchez

Lauren Krasnoff, winner of Tops HonorsAward

Amanda Chang, winner of  Tony Guadadiello Scholarship Award

High Tech High School students at Hudson County Teen Arts Expo

County Prep Students Attend Performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Pax Amicus Theater

On Tuesday, May 9th, County Prep students attended a performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Pax Amicus Castle Theater in Budd Lake, NJ. World Literature students in Mrs. Ashe's classes, Ms. Noel's classes, and Ms. Torres's & Ms. Granato's classes studied the play earlier this year. Students were impressed by the live performance, noting how talented the actors and actresses were in bringing the play they read to life. Students from Ms. Torres's & Ms. Bello's "Teachers for Tomorrow" classes also joined the group. Audience members were given the chance to see the story of the "two star-crossed lovers" unfold in an intimate theater experience. The Castle Shakespeare Repertory is a professional actor's company in residence at Pax Amicus, directed by Stan Barber. After the performance, they held a sword fighting demonstration for the audience and a Q&A session with the students.

High Tech High School Joins County Prep High School in Trout Release and Environmental Field Trip

Students from High Tech High School joined students from County Prep High School to release trout into the Manasquan River in Wall Township, NJ. The trout were raised in the classroom from eggs and their release marks the culminating activity of a state sponsored program known as “Trout in the Classroom”. The district has been a participant in this program for more than ten years. The Hudson County Schools of Technology remain committed to the advancement of environmental education in the state of New Jersey and is proud to participate with the New Jersey Division of Wildlife and Trout Unlimited to bring this worthwhile program to fruition. Teachers Nicholas LaVolpe, Stephanie Szymanski, Shelly Witham, and Catherine Yuhas, along with their students, also received a guided boat tour of the Manasquan Reservoir and a self- guided walking tour of Allaire State Park.

County Prep Senior Vanessa Saiboo Signs with Felician College

County Prep Senior Vanessa Saiboo has reached a goal that she set for herself as a young girl. Since the age of seven she has been running cross country track and is now looking forward to running on the collegiate level. This month Vanessa signed with Felician College to be part of their Cross Country Track and Field Team. She has received both academic and athletic scholarships to attend Felician College on a full ride. Pictured here are Vanessa's mom, Ishwattie Saiboo, and her Snyder High School Track & Field coach, Robert Arena, who were present for the signing. This season Vanessa is #4 in the State for Steeplechase and #1 in Hudson County for Steeplechase; she also broke Synder High School's record for Steeplechase. Principal Ms. Barbara Mendolla and the entire County Prep community congratulate Vanessa on her accomplishments and wishes her well on her new endeavors.

High Tech World Language Students Earn Medals in National Exams

(North Bergen, NJ—May 8, 2017) This March, students enrolled in World Languages at High Tech entered the National Exams in French, Japanese, and Spanish, and results for this year have been published at last, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

Gold Medalists include Mously Lo of Jersey City (French 3), Jeremy Lewan of Bayonne and Jacqueline Perez of Union City (both Spanish 3).

The Silver Medalists include Diana Concepcion of North Bergen and James Espinosa of Harrison (both French 2); Karina Chen of Union City (Japanese 1); Joan Marie Tubungbanua of Jersey City, Giselle Echeverria of Kearny, North Bergen residents Gabriela Conde and Yaimy Diaz, and Shelina Chotran of Secaucus (all Spanish 1); Ariadna Diaz of North Bergen (Spanish 2); and Valeria Mesa of North Bergen and Alyssa Conde of Secaucus (Spanish 3).

Finally, the Bronze Medalists include Krystal Andrade of Jersey City (French 1); Sophia Baldassari of Hoboken, Andrew Tran of Kearny, and Janine Garcia of North Bergen (all French 2); Shanaz Muna of Jersey City (Japanese 1); Zhixiu Zheng of North Bergen (Japanese 2); Erin Chen of Harrison (Japanese 3); Maritza Conde, Spanish 3 (M. Guzman); Angel Lizardi and Alice Meyer of Hoboken, Sophia Gliatto, Hillary Ordonez, William Pogatsias, and Daniela Wise of Jersey City, Kara Kolodinsky, Jeel Shah, Mellina Scaffo Vieta, and Melanie Thevening of North Bergen, and Camila Garcia of Union City (all Spanish 1); and Marissa Conde of Secaucus (Spanish 3).

Over 50 High Tech students received Honorable Mentions as well.

These competitions, organized annually by AATF (American Association of Teachers of French), AATSP (American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese), and AATJ (American Association of Teachers of Japanese), have become a staple of World Languages departments across the country. 

County Prep Students Experience Peru

Students at County Prep High School had the opportunity during spring recess to travel to Peru, the world of the Inca Empire. During this trip, students were able to share with local communities in the Sacred Valley and learn how they preserve their history, art and heritage. Our students were also able to explore the archaeological remains of the Inca Empire as well as to experience their lasting cultural influences. They took in the breathtaking sights of the mighty Andes. They also interacted with community leaders that have changed the life of the indigenous people of Cusco through projects that support economic sustainability, local agriculture and access to education for children. 

County Prep Environmental Science Students Create Bella the Bride Bouquet

Ms. Rose's Environmental Science students at County Prep High School made a bridal bouquet out of Tyvek for Bella the Bride.  It is showcased at the Deirdre Imus Cancer Center at Hackensack Hospital. Bella the Bride represents the beauty found through sustainable practices.  Bella’s wedding gown is the latest addition to the Recycle Runway Collection; a traveling exhibit showcasing sustainable fashion designs made from trash. The dress personifies the importance of recycling discarded waste, specifically healthcare packaging, which could otherwise be sent to landfill. Bella’s pure white gown is pieced and sewn out of discarded Tyvek®, a clean, flexible, white plastic, sterilizable material, widely used in medical device packaging. Tyvek® was selected because of its ability to be recycled or recovered for re-purposing. 

High Tech Musical Theatre Presents IN THE HEIGHTS

(North Bergen, NJ—May 8, 2017) In the Heights, High Tech Musical Theatre’s latest event, will be performed in the Jay Todd Black Box Theater this spring, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

In The Heights, the first hit from Broadway phenomenon Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator of the sensation Hamilton!, tells the story of dreaming big, loving large, and also finding a place to call home.  The titular location, Manhattan’s Washington Heights, on a stifling Fourth of July finds its residents dreaming of getting out of the inner city.  Usnavi’s bodega, Daniela’s hair salon, and the Rosarios’ taxi service have served as the locus in bringing the neighborhood together, yet a harsh economic climate forces these establishments to face the possibility of being shuttered for good, thus changing the lives of many forever. An unexpected chain of events—a blackout, a winning lottery ticket, romantic tensions—leads residents to discoveries about each other and the community.  The original run of In the Heights earned a Tony Award for Best Score and Best Musical, as well as a Grammy Award for Best Cast Album.

Under the stage direction of John Zisa and veteran High Tech musical virtuoso Rod Shepard, In the Heights will feature over fifty High Tech Musical Theatre actors and live student musicians.

“In the Heights is a celebration of culture and love and of what it means to live and survive together,” says Zisa.  “It’s an important piece, especially in our current political climate, and I feel that, besides the show having phenomenal music and impressive dancing, it’s a great show to highlight the various backgrounds and cultures that makes up our High Tech community, too.”

High Tech Musical Theatre’s performances of In the Heights will take place on the evenings of Thursday, May 18^th, Friday, May 19^th, and Saturday, May 20^th, at 7pm, with matinees on that Saturday and on Sunday, May 21^st, at 2pm. Tickets for all shows on sale at www.showtix4u.com.

High Tech Cited in The Washington Post’s Annual Rankings of How Successfully Schools Challenge Their Students

(Washington, DC—May 7, 2017) America’s Most Challenging High Schools, as ranked by The Washington Post, selects high schools through an index formula, and this year, High Tech has made its 2017 list, announced Dr. Joseph Giammarella, Principal of High Tech High School.

High Tech ranks #2 out of six Hudson County schools on the list.  Overall, High Tech received a ratio of 1.962 and ranked 1,386 on the entire list.

America’s Most Challenging High Schools incorporates a simple ratio into its rankings: the number of Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Advanced International Certificate of Education tests given at a school each year, divided by the number of seniors who graduated that year. A ratio of 1.000 means the school had as many tests as graduates.

County Prep 2017 Tour of France and Spain a Success

Over the 2017 spring break, students from County Prep High School had the privilege and opportunity to have an international educational experience visiting and exploring France and Spain.  Lead by Mr. Bejerano, and accompanied by Kathy Young, EF Educational Tours organized a well-planned agenda that kept everyone busy and engaged from early morning to night.

In France they visited Paris and its wonderful monuments such as Place de la Concorde, Les Champs-Élysées, La Seine, L’Arc de Triomphe, L’Hôtel des Invalides, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre Dame, and Fragonard Perfume Factory.

In Spain they visited the cities of Barcelona, Zaragoza and Madrid, and visited historic landmarks of Spain including La Sagrada Familia, The Gothic Quarter, Park Guell, Montjuic, Basilica del Pilar, Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor.

Students from French and Spanish classes were able to enhance and enrich their knowledge acquired in their daily lessons.  While having fun sharing activities together, they had the chance to practice both Spanish and French. Students had a unique experience preparing an international Spanish meal, toured the market place, and witnessed the cultures at their best dancing the Flamenco!