Thurman Carey is a 1999 graduate of County Prep High School’s Allied Health (Pre-Med Science) Program and currently works as an Education and Mental Health instructor at his alma mater. As a student, he discovered a number of different career paths that would allow him to help others.
He had teachers who cared more than he could have ever imagined and he strives to provide his students with the same learning experience. He says In a world that keeps pushing students to make commitments for their future, having the chance to experience a true glimpse of these fields is invaluable. #HCSTcelebratesCTE
Chynna DeStefano is a 2008 graduate of County Prep High School who works as a cost accounting manager for Ralph Lauren and sole proprietor wedding photographer. During her senior year, HCST connected her with an internship at Hudson City Savings Bank where she became interested in finance, helping shape her career.
She encourages students to participate in CTE because it gives them the opportunity to experience the professional setting before even graduating high school. #HCSTcelebratesCTE
February is CTE Month! Jamie Roberson is a 2016 County Prep graduate working in the nursing field as a patient care technician. It was during her time at HCST that she found an interest in the medical field and knew it was the career path she wished to pursue.
Her advice to current students: make wise choices and choose to study something that interests you. #HCSTcelebratesCTE
Happy Black History Month HCST! February is an important month to reflect on the vast contributions made to our country and communities by Black Americans, and commit to continuing the fight for progress.
Congratulations to our Theatre Arts and Audio Visual Production students on their incredible production of Cabaret last weekend! The show was a true testament to the skill and dedication of all of the students and faculty who came together to create such a beautiful show.
High Tech High School is ready to celebrate Lunar New Year! HTHS community is invited to post LNY wishes on the giant hand drawn dragon.
Last Friday Mr. Jiovanny Aguiar brought the CPHS Key Club to volunteer with the non-profit Backpacks for Life. Students were able to learn about the incredible work they do to provide homeless and at-risk veterans with backpacks filled with essential goods, and connect them to mentorship and other supportive services.
Join us on January 24th, 26th, and 27th in the Black Box Theater at High Tech High School for our production of Cabaret! For tickets visit: https://www.msbtickets.com/frankjgargiulocampus/schoolevents
HCST's Music and Audio Technology Department is thrilled to be hosting a production of Malik Work's award winning hip-hop theatre production "Verses at Work" for students in the County Prep Theater tomorrow at 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM! The one-man show connects the world of hip-hop and jazz, as well as the early millennium nightlife of the Lower East Side of Manhattan and intertwines verse, video, live music, musical theater, hip-hop, spoken word, dance, and theatrical monologue in a captivating, vibrant, and energetic show.
This year, the students in Generosity for Generations (G4G) continued their holiday traditions by hosting both the Angel Tree and the Homeroom Canned Food Drive Competition. In an effort to do even more to give back, on December 20th they teamed up with the Culinary staff to host a “Make Your Own Cupcake and Brownie Sale”! All proceeds will be donated to the local food bank.
Are you interested in exploring a career as a school bus driver? Stop by our job fair on January 18th or 21st at North Bergen High School to learn more about the support and training that we offer! No registration needed.
There's still time to get tickets for tonight's Winter Concert at the Earl W. Byrd Center! Click the link below to register:
https://www.msbtickets.com/earlwbyrdcenter/event/uf5peiwv
Last Wednesday Students in Action held their third annual sandwich making drive for the homeless. Over thirty members worked to prepare 300 meat and cheese sandwiches that were then delivered to the Hoboken Shelter. A big thank you to all members that attended! Special thanks also to Chef Mario and all of the culinary staff for their support.
You are cordially invited to attend the Music & Audio Technology Department 90's themed Winter Concert! The Winter Concert will take place on December 21st at 7pm in the County Prep Theater at the Earl W. Byrd Center in Jersey City. Doors will open at 6:30pm and tickets can be purchased in the link below!
https://www.msbtickets.com/earlwbyrdcenter/event/mit0z2ek
High Tech High School Culinary Arts invites our HCST family and friends to Breakfast with Santa! Click the link below to buy tickets to attend the breakfast this Saturday, December 17th at 10am for delicious food, photo opportunities with Santa, and so much more!
https://www.msbtickets.com/frankjgargiulocampus/event/9kbornf7
Just in time for the winter holidays, Culinary Arts students got to learn how to smoke a brisket in Chef Delorenzo’s class!
The eSports Team at HTHS continues to be Hudson County's Smash Bros Duos Champions! Congratulations on your win!
On behalf of the Musical Theater Department and the Arts Academy, we would like to acknowledge the Culinary Arts instructors, their students, and the Food Services Department for everything they did to make the Homecoming "dinner and a show" a true success.
The food, service, and attention to detail were incredible. Compliments and gratitude from the families and community members who attended are still coming in. We are so proud to have been part of a night showcasing an HCST cross-curricular event!
Members of the County Prep Key Club spent time working with local officials to volunteer at Thanksgiving food drives around Hudson County.
HCST’s Music and Audio Technology Department and the Jersey City Theatre hosted two shows by the Kofago Dance Ensemble today! Thank you to all the members of this incredible company for your beautiful performance.
High Tech Theatre Performs Cabaret (Original 1966)
The Theatre Arts vacation has given a new performance opportunity to High Tech Drama Majors students, who are learning both performance and rehearsal practices and are encountering firsthand all aspects of professional theater. The show had complete live accompaniment by renowned pianist Craig Ketter, senior drummer Josiah Szczepanski, and award-winning saxophonist Isaac Ketter under the...
HCST Celebrates February as National CTE Month
As Hudson County's VOCATIONAL Career and Technical Education (CTE) District, we celebrate February as National CTE Month. We believe... In strong community and familial bonds; In supporting students of all ages to a college or career path; In an academic pathway that supports student achievement in technical and high-level academic skills, equipping them to be...
LIM College Hosts County Prep Day
County Prep Fashion students visited LIM College in NYC, toured the college, and attended a presentation and panel discussion. County Prep /LIM College alumni Amanda Carter and Jeanine Martinez, both County Prep class of 2016, and Alyssa Ypil, County Prep class of 2018, all recent graduates of LIM College and working professionals in the fashion...
Work-Based Learning Experience at Newport Center Mall
County Prep students visited Newport Center Mall on Friday, December 9 for an educational experience. Students engaged in decision-making activities which reinforced independent living skills. In addition, the field trip underscored the importance of respect in a group setting.
County Prep Students Attend Work-Based Learning Experience
County Prep students visited Bryant Park on Wednesday, December 14 for an educational experience supporting leadership roles and financial literacy. Students were paired off to purchase items and place lunch orders. This was a culminating experience for them as part of an after-school program.
Hudson County Community College Culinary Institute Tour
Chef Kevin Collins and his junior and senior culinary arts students visited Hudson County Community College on Tuesday, November 29 to participate in their “ Culinary Institute Tour." Chef Puc did an outstanding job presenting to the students to give them a glimpse of culinary arts at the college level. Ms. Nunez provided an overview...
HCST Bus Driver Job Fair on HudsonTV
Read the article: Job Fair Addresses Critical Shortage Of School Bus Drivers In Hudson County on HudsconTV.com
High Tech’s 11th Annual Sock Drive
High Tech’s 11th Annual Sock Drive for the Hoboken Shelter will run through December 20th this year. The Hoboken Shelter is always looking for socks so High Tech staff and students have been helping the shelter by collecting and providing them with new pairs of socks for the past 11 years. Last year, our school...
High Tech’s IRB Panel
In AP Research class, High Tech students are currently working on coming up with an interesting, fun, and valid research topic that they can experiment with throughout the course of the year. Students explore different areas of interest, read about significant topics today, and utilize other resources to gather information to create an abstract...
Dr Witham’s Landscape Audit
Placed within the Hackensack Meadowlands of Northern New Jersey is our beautiful High Tech High School campus, surrounded by a rich assortment of flowers, trees, and shrubs. The ecosystem around the school consists of tidal marshes, salt marshes, and other wetland habitats which are scattered among a mass of industrial landscapes. There is also a...