High Tech High School Arts Academy

07/23/2026

SHOUT OUT to Radio & Television Production Class of 2024 Alumni, Jose Calderon III, who had the amazing opportunity to work at the New York New Jersey Stadium for the FIFA World Cup as a Commentary Control Room assistant, supporting the operations behind one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

"It was an l absolute honor and privilege, and I was very proud to represent my Laser Cats while being part of such a special experience," Jose shared.

Jose was not only a Radio & Television major but an integral member of the HTHS Stage Crew. He also most memorably hosted an interview on campus with former NY Giants Amani Toomer.

This fall, Jose will be a junior at Montclair State University College of Communication & Media. Keep making us proud!

07/15/2026

We can't wait to see you all in September!

Until then, keep CREATING.

06/09/2026

The Arts Academy is proud to share that High Tech High School won the Best Sound Design Award last night at the Bergen Performing Arts Center High School Musical Awards. Technical Director, Jeremy Falzone, along with alumni Chloe Jessen and Mikah Kota Carpio, were honored for their work on this year’s spring musical, Catch Me If You Can.

What makes this accomplishment especially meaningful for the High Tech performing arts community is that Chloe and Mikah are alumni of High Tech's Stage Crew program. Their

05/18/2026

Congratulations to the High Tech High School eSports NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🎮 🏆

The students competed against over 300 schools from across the nation at the EFG National Championship, May 15th - 17th, in San Antonio, Texas. This is the 4th year in a row Mr. Krinsky has led the team to a National Championship.

Additionally, senior Matteo Amy was awarded the EGF MVP 2026 Forge Award for the High School League.

1st Place Crews Team:
Matteo Amy
Noah Saputo
Eduardo Reyes
Samuel Zea-Kislinger

1st Place Solos:
Matteo Amy

1st Place Consolation Bracket Competition:
Noah Saputo

Congratulations to all, you continue to make us proud!

Thank you to our incredible school community of administrators, colleagues, and families who made the team's trip to Texas possible!

04/16/2026

Senior Spotlight: Brielle Garcia

Hi! My name’s Brielle Garcia! I’m a senior in Graphic Technology. A majority of my art here has been done for my class’ weekly “Sketch of the Week” assignments. Some have been for larger projects like the Starry Night-inspired Graphic Tech poster in the middle which was done for an assignment where we had to promote our major or the picnic foods which were assets for a storybook I had to write and illustrate for. I enjoy using complex shapes and adding depth, however, this ends up causing me drawbacks due to having too large of a vision… (˃̣̣̥ᯅ˂̣̣̥) All in all, I hope you all enjoy my works! :D 

Make sure to check out Brielle’s Work in the D Wing on the 2nd Floor!

04/13/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that Parth Khot, 11th-grade Graphic Technology major, has been selected for the prestigious Governor’s School of Engineering & Technology at Rutgers University. An honor awarded to only the most outstanding students across New Jersey.

Chosen from a highly competitive pool of applicants, Parth’s dedication, talent, and passion for innovation and problem solving have truly set him apart. This immersive, fully funded program will provide him with the opportunity to engage in advanced engineering coursework, collaborate on research and design projects, and connect with top students and professionals from across the state.

We are committed to empowering students through rigorous academics and CTE coursework that offer real-world learning experiences, and Parth’s achievement reflects that commitment.

03/09/2026

A big shout out to Musical Theatre alum Sydney Millevoi featured on this season of The Voice! 🎤⭐️

Syd Millevoi performs Jessie J's "Mamma Knows Best" during The Voice Blind Auditions. Watch The Voice on Monday at 9/8c on NBC and next day on Peacock.» Stre...

03/03/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce that Anabella Sornoza, a senior in our Dance Performance Division, has been selected to receive the Student Award for Exceptional Artistry & Community Leadership in Dance as part of the 2026 New Jersey Governor’s Awards in Arts Education (NJGAAE).

Presented through Dance New Jersey, this prestigious honor recognizes students who demonstrate excellence, commitment, and leadership in the arts. Anabella’s award celebrates not only her remarkable artistic talent, but also her meaningful impact on the dance community at High Tech High School and beyond.

Under the mentorship of Ms. DeFilippis, our Dance Performance Division continues to cultivate technically strong, expressive, and community-minded artists. Anabella truly embodies these qualities through her dedication, collaborative spirit, and peer leadership.

“Through her powerful stage presence and fearless creative voice, Anabella has grown into an artist of exceptional depth and integrity. It has been a privilege to witness her leadership and dedication firsthand. The New Jersey Governor’s Awards in Arts Education could not have chosen a more deserving recipient,” shared Ms. DeFilippis.

Anabella will be formally honored at Dance New Jersey’s Annual Show Up & Dance Showcase on March 29, 2026, at Stockton University in Galloway, NJ.

Please join us in congratulating Anabella on this outstanding achievement! We cannot wait to see all she continues to accomplish.

01/16/2026

High Tech High School’s Theatre Arts Department proudly competed in the STANJ Competition on January 10, 2026, earning multiple honors among top student performers from across New Jersey. STANJ (Speech and Theatre Association of New Jersey) is a statewide organization that celebrates excellence in speech, theatre, and musical theatre through competitive performance events. This year’s competition included 48 schools and more than 1,100 students.

Senior musical theatre major Noah Sendon earned 2nd place overall for his outstanding dramatic monologue. Musical theatre sophomores Zac Kiltchko and Maxwell Wissing were recognized for their musical duet, while junior musical theatre major Alfred Lemon received an award for his exceptional musical theatre solo. Drama majors Yariliz Tapia and Anthony Wenzel were named finalists for their strong performances in the improvisation category.

Congratulations to all of the Theatre Arts students who represented High Tech High School with such talent and professionalism.

THANK YOU to instructors Ms. Colette Jackson-Belle and Ms. Raluca Shields!

10/24/2025

We are proud to announce that Dance Performance Division major, Skye Estevez, has been named a Semifinalist in the 2025–2026 Coca-Cola Scholars Program!

This is an extraordinary achievement — only 1,237 Semifinalists were selected from more than 107,000 applicants nationwide.

Skye was recognized for her outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and her exceptional commitment to serving her community. Her dedication, character, and drive exemplify the core values of High Tech High School and inspire those around her.

CONGRATULATIONS SKYE! 🎉