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The Northern Highlands Theater Company is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Metamorphoses, a play based on Ovid’s first-century epic, a poetic collection of Greek myths.
Metamorphoses will be presented November 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 PM in Hopkins Hall at Northern Highlands. Tickets will go on sale November 5th at https://nhtc.booktix.com. For additional information, or to order Senior Citizen tickets, please contact the NHTC Box Office at 201-327-8700 x736.
We hope to see you!
Metamorphoses will be presented November 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 PM in Hopkins Hall at Northern Highlands. Tickets will go on sale November 5th at https://nhtc.booktix.com. For additional information, or to order Senior Citizen tickets, please contact the NHTC Box Office at 201-327-8700 x736.
We hope to see you!
The World Is Their Classroom!
Over the past three days, November 10 to 12, representatives from CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) visited Northern Highlands to bring the world into our classrooms!
Rather than offering general presentations, CIEE customized sessions for individual classes, connecting more than 120 study abroad programs in 40+ countries to students’ academic interests and classroom learning. Students explored opportunities across five exciting areas:
- Language & Culture
- Business
- Arts & Culture
- STEM
- Social Change & Leadership
Our partnership with CIEE is especially valuable because it opens doors to meaningful global experiences. As a nonprofit organization with 80 years of experience, CIEE is committed to making international education accessible to students, regardless of financial circumstances. Through generous scholarship opportunities, students may qualify for awards covering up to 100% of program costs.
Parents, guardians, and families: Want to learn more about summer study abroad opportunities? Join us for a virtual CIEE information webinar on Wednesday, November 18, from 7:00–8:00 PM. Please refer to the Constant Contact invitation previously sent for webinar details.
Questions? Contact Ms. Hayes in the CAP Office at hayesk@northernhighlands.org.
We are grateful to CIEE for helping our students see the possibilities beyond the classroom and inspiring them to explore, connect, and become global citizens.
#StudyAbroad #CIEE #GlobalLearning
Over the past three days, November 10 to 12, representatives from CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) visited Northern Highlands to bring the world into our classrooms!
Rather than offering general presentations, CIEE customized sessions for individual classes, connecting more than 120 study abroad programs in 40+ countries to students’ academic interests and classroom learning. Students explored opportunities across five exciting areas:
- Language & Culture
- Business
- Arts & Culture
- STEM
- Social Change & Leadership
Our partnership with CIEE is especially valuable because it opens doors to meaningful global experiences. As a nonprofit organization with 80 years of experience, CIEE is committed to making international education accessible to students, regardless of financial circumstances. Through generous scholarship opportunities, students may qualify for awards covering up to 100% of program costs.
Parents, guardians, and families: Want to learn more about summer study abroad opportunities? Join us for a virtual CIEE information webinar on Wednesday, November 18, from 7:00–8:00 PM. Please refer to the Constant Contact invitation previously sent for webinar details.
Questions? Contact Ms. Hayes in the CAP Office at hayesk@northernhighlands.org.
We are grateful to CIEE for helping our students see the possibilities beyond the classroom and inspiring them to explore, connect, and become global citizens.
#StudyAbroad #CIEE #GlobalLearning
This past weekend, Highlands science teacher Ms. Green presented her workshop, “Explicit Language for Explicit Learning,” at the STANYS conference in Syracuse.
Ms. Green shared practical strategies teachers can use right away, including precise vocabulary, sentence stems, and simple classroom routines that help students explain their thinking and support their claims with evidence.
Proud to see Ms. Green sharing her expertise with fellow science educators.
Hello, Highlanders!
Have you ever thought about studying abroad? Here is your opportunity to learn how you can spend part of your summer exploring another country, experiencing a new culture, and earning either community service or college credit!
Northern Highlands has partnered with CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) to offer exciting summer study abroad opportunities for our students. Join us for a virtual information session on Wednesday, November 18, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM to learn more about the programs available for Summer 2027.
Programs range from three to four weeks and take place at CIEE Study Centers around the world. There are opportunities for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as graduating seniors.
Please register for the virtual webinar using the QR code on the attached flyer or the registration link included in our Constant Contact announcement.
We hope you join us to learn more!
Have you ever thought about studying abroad? Here is your opportunity to learn how you can spend part of your summer exploring another country, experiencing a new culture, and earning either community service or college credit!
Northern Highlands has partnered with CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange) to offer exciting summer study abroad opportunities for our students. Join us for a virtual information session on Wednesday, November 18, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM to learn more about the programs available for Summer 2027.
Programs range from three to four weeks and take place at CIEE Study Centers around the world. There are opportunities for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as graduating seniors.
Please register for the virtual webinar using the QR code on the attached flyer or the registration link included in our Constant Contact announcement.
We hope you join us to learn more!
Happy Friday and Halloween Eve! 🎃👻
Please enjoy this Friday’s episode of Highlands Highlights! The students have been brewing up a great show, and we hope you enjoy!
https://youtu.be/tfoBSFyP8CU
Have a fang-tastic day and a happy Halloween! 🦇
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Please enjoy this Friday’s episode of Highlands Highlights! The students have been brewing up a great show, and we hope you enjoy!
https://youtu.be/tfoBSFyP8CU
Have a fang-tastic day and a happy Halloween! 🦇
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Congratulations to Northern Highlands Chemistry teacher Mrs. Ashley Green on the publication of her article, “Explicit Language for Explicit Learning,” in ChemEd X!
Mrs. Green shares practical strategies for helping students strengthen scientific reasoning, communicate their thinking, and confidently demonstrate their understanding of complex science concepts. Her work highlights the power of intentional language in making rigorous learning more accessible to all students.
We are proud to see our Highlanders contributing to the broader educational community and advancing best practices in science education!
You can read Mrs. Green's article here: https://www.chemedx.org/article/explicit-language-explicit-learning
Mrs. Green shares practical strategies for helping students strengthen scientific reasoning, communicate their thinking, and confidently demonstrate their understanding of complex science concepts. Her work highlights the power of intentional language in making rigorous learning more accessible to all students.
We are proud to see our Highlanders contributing to the broader educational community and advancing best practices in science education!
You can read Mrs. Green's article here: https://www.chemedx.org/article/explicit-language-explicit-learning
This week we are celebrating the last of the October Awareness Weeks - Red Ribbon Week! Red Ribbon Week is a national substance-use prevention campaign observed in New Jersey and across the country each year, during October 23–31. It encourages students, families, and communities to learn about substance-use prevention and support healthy choices. Please WEAR RED tomorrow and come to our lobby booth for giveaways and a Photo Op!
Welcome, Class of 2031!
We loved welcoming our incoming freshmen and their families to Northern Highlands for our Class of 2031 Open House!
The day included school tours, opportunities to connect with club advisors and explore extracurricular activities, and wonderful musical performances showcasing our talented Highlanders.
A special thank you to our Highlands Ambassadors for leading tours, sharing their experiences, and helping our future Highlanders feel at home!
Thank you to Pomptonian for sponsoring a delicious BBQ lunch and helping make the day even more memorable!
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2031 to our Highlands family. Once a Highlander, always a Highlander!
#WeAreHighlands #ClassOf2031
We loved welcoming our incoming freshmen and their families to Northern Highlands for our Class of 2031 Open House!
The day included school tours, opportunities to connect with club advisors and explore extracurricular activities, and wonderful musical performances showcasing our talented Highlanders.
A special thank you to our Highlands Ambassadors for leading tours, sharing their experiences, and helping our future Highlanders feel at home!
Thank you to Pomptonian for sponsoring a delicious BBQ lunch and helping make the day even more memorable!
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2031 to our Highlands family. Once a Highlander, always a Highlander!
#WeAreHighlands #ClassOf2031
A generous start to our Friday!
Thank you to Sweet Beanz of Allendale for partnering with our DECA students at the Northern Highlands coffee cart this morning, and generously donating all sales revenue back to our school!
This partnership gave our students hands-on experience while bringing our school community together over a morning cup of coffee. We’re grateful to Sweet Beanz for sharing their time, supporting student learning, and giving back to Northern Highlands.
Thank you, Sweet Beanz, for investing in our students and our school!@sweetbeanzco
We invite you to the NH Wellness Department's first NHPASS presentation of the school year on Thursday, 10/29 at 10:00 AM (Virtual ).
Led by Jessica Whaley, a Mountainside clinician, this session will explore the pressures of achievement, how stress affects teens, and the connections between pressure and substance use. Parents will gain practical strategies to support their teens and keep communication open.
This event is open to all Northern Highlands parents and guardians. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Jessica Verdicchio at verdicchij@northernhighlands.org.
Led by Jessica Whaley, a Mountainside clinician, this session will explore the pressures of achievement, how stress affects teens, and the connections between pressure and substance use. Parents will gain practical strategies to support their teens and keep communication open.
This event is open to all Northern Highlands parents and guardians. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Jessica Verdicchio at verdicchij@northernhighlands.org.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please join us for our 9th and 10th Grade Parent Night on Tuesday, October 27, at 7:00 PM in the Northern Highlands Auditorium!
This informative evening will focus on how to make the most of the high school experience and prepare for college. The Department of School Counseling also will discuss building a strong academic and extracurricular profile, what colleges look for in applicants, the college planning timeline, and how to use Scoir to support your student’s college and career exploration.
We look forward to partnering with you to help your student make the most of their high school years and prepare for future success. We hope to see you there!
Please join us for our 9th and 10th Grade Parent Night on Tuesday, October 27, at 7:00 PM in the Northern Highlands Auditorium!
This informative evening will focus on how to make the most of the high school experience and prepare for college. The Department of School Counseling also will discuss building a strong academic and extracurricular profile, what colleges look for in applicants, the college planning timeline, and how to use Scoir to support your student’s college and career exploration.
We look forward to partnering with you to help your student make the most of their high school years and prepare for future success. We hope to see you there!
Senior Internship Spotlight: Mitra!
Exploring her passion for healthcare and gaining hands-on experience in the medical field, Mitra is proving that students don’t have to wait until college to begin exploring their future careers!
As an intern at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, Mitra spends three days a week learning alongside surgeons, nurses, and physicians across multiple areas of healthcare. She has observed the dedicated team in the NICU, gained experience in Same Day Surgery, and spent time at Luckow Pavilion, where she observes nurses caring for patients as they awaken from surgery and begin their recovery.
Mitra has already witnessed two loop recorder implants, a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE), and two cardioversions, gaining valuable insight into a variety of medical procedures and patient care.
Her learning extends into the operating room, too! Mitra had the opportunity to observe a procedure performed by her father, a general and colorectal robotic surgeon. She also gained insight into the essential roles of anesthesiologists, operating room nurses, and physician assistants.
Through these experiences, Mitra is seeing firsthand how collaboration, compassion, and teamwork come together to support patient care. Her internship has only strengthened her passion for becoming a nurse!
The CAP office is incredibly proud of Mitra’s dedication to exploring her future in healthcare. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her next!
#SeniorInternship #CareerAndAcademicPathways #FutureNurse #CareerReadyPractices
Exploring her passion for healthcare and gaining hands-on experience in the medical field, Mitra is proving that students don’t have to wait until college to begin exploring their future careers!
As an intern at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, Mitra spends three days a week learning alongside surgeons, nurses, and physicians across multiple areas of healthcare. She has observed the dedicated team in the NICU, gained experience in Same Day Surgery, and spent time at Luckow Pavilion, where she observes nurses caring for patients as they awaken from surgery and begin their recovery.
Mitra has already witnessed two loop recorder implants, a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE), and two cardioversions, gaining valuable insight into a variety of medical procedures and patient care.
Her learning extends into the operating room, too! Mitra had the opportunity to observe a procedure performed by her father, a general and colorectal robotic surgeon. She also gained insight into the essential roles of anesthesiologists, operating room nurses, and physician assistants.
Through these experiences, Mitra is seeing firsthand how collaboration, compassion, and teamwork come together to support patient care. Her internship has only strengthened her passion for becoming a nurse!
The CAP office is incredibly proud of Mitra’s dedication to exploring her future in healthcare. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her next!
#SeniorInternship #CareerAndAcademicPathways #FutureNurse #CareerReadyPractices
Happy Friday, Highlanders! Please enjoy today's edition of Highlands Highlights!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMNy7W3fjA4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMNy7W3fjA4
We are so excited for our Pep Rally tomorrow, 10/23! Fall sports teams should meet by the Field House at 1:15 PM. Our special schedule is attached for your planning. #GoHighlands
Thank you, Anthony Sartori and @active_minds, for speaking to our NH Seniors about Grind Culture and Burnout prevention. Mr. Sartori provided valuable insight as our seniors prepare for their next chapters after Highlands. Special thanks to Zachary Makofske for bringing this speaker to our school community!
#nhrhswellness
#nhrhswellness
Are you a Northern Highlands junior or senior proficient in English and one or more additional languages? Consider earning the NJ State Seal of Biliteracy!
This distinction recognizes your language proficiency, appears on your high school transcript, and highlights your multilingual skills to colleges and future employers.
Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register your interest and receive more information. Contact Mr. Dan Rehain at rehaind@northernhighlands.org if you have any questions.
This distinction recognizes your language proficiency, appears on your high school transcript, and highlights your multilingual skills to colleges and future employers.
Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register your interest and receive more information. Contact Mr. Dan Rehain at rehaind@northernhighlands.org if you have any questions.
Next week is NH Spirit Week (10/19 - 10/23)! The grade that participates the most will earn extra points and win a prize! Points will be counted by homeroom teachers every morning. Please see the attachment below for the themes. #GoHighlands
Happy Friday, Highlanders! Please enjoy our newest edition of Highlands Highlights!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U46ytJFuNU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U46ytJFuNU
Dr. Lauren Zucker arranged a special field trip for our Critical Reading and Writing Dual Enrollment students to experience college life firsthand at Ramapo College of New Jersey!
Students toured the campus, explored the college environment, and learned more about the value of dual enrollment and the benefits of earning college credit while still in high school.
Thank you to Dr. Zucker and our partners at Ramapo College for helping our students connect classroom learning with future opportunities!
Students toured the campus, explored the college environment, and learned more about the value of dual enrollment and the benefits of earning college credit while still in high school.
Thank you to Dr. Zucker and our partners at Ramapo College for helping our students connect classroom learning with future opportunities!
Reminder that Career & Academic Pathways Student and Parent Night is tomorrow, 10/14, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM in our Auditorium.
Please join us to learn more about the many opportunities available to our students and how CAP can help them explore their interests, gain real-world experience, and prepare for life beyond Northern Highlands.
The Northern Highlands Store also will be open at 6:30 PM to purchase NH merch!
We look forward to seeing our students and families!
Please join us to learn more about the many opportunities available to our students and how CAP can help them explore their interests, gain real-world experience, and prepare for life beyond Northern Highlands.
The Northern Highlands Store also will be open at 6:30 PM to purchase NH merch!
We look forward to seeing our students and families!