COUNTY PREP HIGH SCHOOL NEWS

County Prep High School French Class Participates in the French Institute Alliance Francaise Young Audience Program

Madame Shields’s Level II French class participated in the FIAF, French Institute Alliance Francaise Young Audience Program, on Tuesday November 25th in New York City. Students watched and interacted with well-known choreographer Stefanie Batten Bland and her modern dance company on the occasion of the debut of her piece “Patient(ce)”. “Patient (ce)” addresses themes of jazz,... Continue reading

Theatre Arts Students of County Prep High School Attend Performance of “The Country House”

The Theatre Arts students of County Prep High School participated in the Manhattan Theatre Club Core Education program of the Broadway Production of “The Country House”. As part of this program, the students participated in workshops with Manhattan Theatre Club resident artist Melissa Murray-Mutch, and other professional actors, in order to prepare and discuss “The... Continue reading

Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Construction Trades Structured Learning Experience (SLE)

Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Construction Trades Structured Learning Experience (SLE) Chris Di Meo from the Youth Transition to Work (YTTW) Building Trades program met with County Prep and ATD students on November 24, 2014 to discuss potential career pathways in the construction industry.  The apprenticeship program encompasses almost all of the construction trades and combines... Continue reading

Structured Learning Experience Program

Structured Learning Experience Program  – Youth Transitions to Work Starting Points Apprenticeship Program A representative from the Youth Transitions to Work Starting Points Apprenticeship program spoke to County Prep students on Friday, November 21, 2014 about an exciting child care services program.  The presentation included an overview of career opportunities offered through the Starting Points... Continue reading

Mood Fabric Structured Learning Experience 2014

Mood Fabric Structured Learning Experience 2014 The seniors from the Fashion Design and Merchandising program visited Mood Fabrics in New York City. Mood Fabrics is the store where the design contestants from the Emmy nominated show, Project Runway, shop for their fabrics and trimmings. The fabric purchased by the students will be used to construct... Continue reading

Hudson County Community College – “Culinary Student for the Day” Structured Learning Experience

Hudson County Community College – “Culinary Student for the Day” Structured Learning Experience Six County Prep culinary arts students visited Hudson County Community College on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 to participate in their “ Culinary Student for the Day” program. Tamera Alicea, Kyra Amaya, Joshua Lopez, William Matlock, Chelsea Steward, and Antonia Tsielepas were part of an excellent experience. The students cycled... Continue reading

Author Tris McCall visits County Prep

Tris McCall, award-winning former music critic for the Star Ledger, Hudson County-centric author, singer, musician and song-writer visited County Prep High School. Mr. McCall displayed his impressive command of the music industry and responded to student queries about his experiences as a writer.  Students from Mr. Calvanico’s History of Rock and Roll, Ms. Fedele’s Creative... Continue reading

Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Certified Nursing Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide Programs

Structured Learning Experience –  Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Certified Nursing Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide Programs Representatives from the Youth Transitions to Work (YTTW) Apprenticeship Program presented to over 50 students at County Prep High School on Monday, November 10, 2014.  The scholarship program provides outreach, training, and placements for students interested in becoming... Continue reading

Structured Learning Experiences

Structured Learning Experiences – Hudson County Community College Tour – County Prep students visited Hudson County Community College on Tuesday, October 21, 2014.  The students met with an admissions representative to discuss the various programs offered at the institution and the overall college application process. The visit included a tour of the offices, library, and... Continue reading