Hightstown High School
DECEMBER 2024 - "RAM REPORT"
Student Achievement
Student Achievement
We are pleased to announce the following Seniors have been chosen as Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the names of over 16,000 Semifinalists in the 68th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,250 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship® award, Semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the Finalist level of the competition. About 95 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and approximately half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar® title.
Sanjit Kakarla
Vedant Mitra
Andrze R. Olsen
Ryan G. Ottignon
Sahana Premkumar
Alisha A. Rajadhyksha
Arnav M. Raval
Shalini Shankar
Satvik S. Suresh
Downtown Hightstown Window Painting Contest
Vote for your favorite holiday window! This holiday season, come downtown to see the festive windows.
All windows have been painted by Hightstown High School Students .
Governor's Educators of the Year
Ms. Eden Edinger
We are thrilled to recognize Mrs. Eden Edinger as Hightstown High School's Governor’s Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Edinger embodies everything it means to be an exceptional educator: dedication, creativity, and a profound commitment to her students' success.
Ms. Kim Rosas
We are overjoyed to announce that Mrs. Kim Rosas has been named Hightstown High School's Governor’s Support Staff of the Year! Ms. Rosas is an invaluable member of our Child Study Team, whose professionalism, dedication, and innovation have made a lasting impact on our students, families, and school community.
Training, Volunteering and Job Opportunities
Help Wanted: Be the Hype Master of Hightstown Winter Sports!
Are you a dynamic Hightstown student with an ear for music and a knack for creating energy? We’re looking for someone to join the 2024/2025 Winter Sports Support Team as our Music Master and Crowd Motivator!
What you’ll do:
Select and play hype-worthy music during games and matches.
Energize the crowd and keep the RAM spirit alive!
Recruit fellow students to join the RAM Winter Experience and support our amazing athletes.
What you’ll get:
Rams SWAG
Recommendation letters
Community service hours
Occasional food perks
If you’re ready to bring the vibe and make this winter season unforgettable, email Mr. Belford at mbelford@ewrsd.k12.nj.us to apply.
STUDENT VIDEOGRAPHER NEEDED! EWRSD is hiring a student videographer . Please see the attached flyer for more information, including how to apply. Student Videographer Needed
Let’s make Hightstown roar this winter!
The Building and Grounds Department is looking for Student Workers - Custodians Student Worker Custodian Position
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED @ HIGHTSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY The Hightstown Library is looking for volunteers to help with their fall book sale and tutoring. For more information please see the attached flyer. Volunteer at Hightstown Public Library
Holiday Drive Through
12/16 Front of the HS- 5pm-7pm
HHS Chorus Concert
12/17 HHS Auditorium 7pm
Early Dismissal
12/20 12pm
2nd Marking Period Progress Reports
12/20 12pm
Classes Resume
Jan 2
Seal of Bi-Literacy Testing
Jan 14- 17
Courses in the Commons
Jan 23 & Jan 22 During lunches students can visit tables that represent courses being offered for the 2025- 2026 school year
End of 2nd Marking Period
Jan 31
Fund Raising Opportunities
he English and Film Club along with the Class of 2026 are continuing the clothing drive! Please drop off your bags of clothing and shoes anytime to room 303. (Messina & Terussa)
Class of 2026: Scotto's Pizza Kit Sale starting Monday,12/9. $15 ea.
Pre-order and pre-pay by 12/16. Money can be brought to room 140 during lunch only. Pick-up is 12/19 directly after school. Thank you for your continued support. (Messina)
Class of 2026: Save the date! Panera dine to donate January 17, 2025.
Spanish National Honor Society Raffle Fundraiser
Win Wireless Headphones and AirPods! Raffle Flier - English
Ticket: $3
Prizes: Wireless Headphones and AirPods
Winner Announced: December 19
Buy your ticket during lunch in the cafeteria or scan the QR code and complete the Google form. Bring $3 to Mrs. Abdelaziz in room 503 and get your ticket.
Questions: Nabdelaziz@ewrsd.k12.nj.us
¡Gana auriculares inalámbricos y AirPods! Raffle Flier - Spanish
Tiquete: $3
Premio: Auriculares inalámbricos y AirPods
Anuncio del ganador: 19 de diciembre
Compra tu tiquete durante el almuerzo en la cafetería o escanea el código QR y completa el formulario de Google. Llévale $3 a la Sra. Abdelaziz en el salón 503.
College Information
CLASS OF ‘25:
COLLEGE CLINICS:
Seniors! College Clinics will be held in the Counseling office every Tuesday and Thursday during lunches, 1 and 2 with Mrs. Freihaut and Ms. Mora. No need to sign up, just show up if you need assistance with college-related tasks!
CLASS OF ‘25 AND ‘26:
Juniors & Seniors, remember to sign up for all college visits on Naviance. Check your GPA for each school and their required minimum.
On the day of the visit, you must check in with your teacher for attendance and sign in at the counseling office. Don't forget that all AM visits are in CAF M & PM visits are in the Library.
Seal of Biliteracy
Suggestion Box
Suggestion box!! If you have any concern or ideas for the school community, please let us know!!
HHS Holiday Drive Thru
Due To the Weather, we needed to postpone our event. Our students' banners are on display in the main entrance. We are looking to have a Winter Celebration. More to come!
EWEA hosted Parent Tech Night as part of the Families and Schools Working Together (FAST) initiative.
Mrs. Abdelaziz taught basic computer skills to our Spanish speaking parents at East Windsor School District.
Hightstown HS Parent Association & After Prom
Contact Information
Join us for an exciting evening at the annual HHSPA Trivia Night on Saturday, January 11th, in the HHS Cafeteria. Doors open at 6 PM, giving you ample time to gather your team and prepare for the challenge. The trivia competition, led by the lively Sam the Trivia Guy, kicks off promptly at 7 PM.
Bring along your smartest and wittiest friends for a night filled with intriguing questions, great company, and loads of fun. For all the event details, check out the attached flyer.
Team Registration:
Sign up your team by January 9th using this link: https://forms.gle/1znT4iiDkfk4LaBj9
Exclusive Meal Deal from Mannino’s 4 Hightstown:
How to Order: Call (609) 443-6363 and mention the HHS Trivia Meal Deal
Special Offer: Only $32 for 1 Large plain pizza (toppings extra), 12 Buffalo Wings, and a 2-liter Soda
Delivery: Available to the high school with an additional delivery fee
Refreshments: The HHSPA will selling water and snacks for just $1 each (cash only).
Trivia Night will take place in the cafeteria. Please enter through the back entrance.