In its tenth year, the after school Theater Arts class has brought a new performance opportunity to County Prep students, who are learning both performance and rehearsal practices, and are encountering first hand all of the aspects of professional theater. Once again, the show had complete live accompaniment, by renowned pianist Craig Ketter, Sophomore drummer...Continue reading
County Prep students were able to implement their knowledge of visual merchandising by creating Valentine's Day themed window displays. Visual merchandisers know when love is in the air it can only mean one thing: it’s time to celebrate. There’s no better occasion to get all dressed up than Valentine’s Day. The fashion students designed beautiful...Continue reading
On January 15, 2022 HOSA members from County Prep High School participated in the HOSA Northern Regional Conference. This conference hosts students from all over the northern region of NJ to come together for a day’s long competition in various events, all related to the healthcare field. Students from freshman to senior year are all...Continue reading
Instrumentalists and vocalists from County Prep High School’s after-school music courses participated in an exciting, inaugural opportunity! Now in its second year running, the annual New Jersey State Solo and Ensemble Festival has expanded its submission categories to include modern band for the first time. Participating students receive scoring and commentary from expert adjudicators for...Continue reading
On Tuesday, December 21st, the County Prep High School Performing Arts Department presented its annual Winter Showcase. The showcase, a long-standing tradition in the high school, allows students to demonstrate their studies in the Dance, Music, and Theater Arts programs. Since last year our Winter Show was virtual, students were enthusiastic to get back on stage...Continue reading
County Prep Fashion students, under the direction of their instructor Ms. Janet Patten, designed and constructed festive holiday dresses using the elements and principles of design. Using unconventional materials created many opportunities for the students to use their problem-solving skills. The dresses are on display in the mall area of County Prep High School. The...Continue reading
County Prep culinary arts students visited Hudson County Community College multiple times this school year to participate in a “ Culinary Arts Immersion '' work-based learning experience (WBL). The students were afforded the opportunity to work "one-on-one" with a renowned chef to prepare a variety of succulent dishes. During one of the sessions, our students...Continue reading
County Prep students visited Kean University on Friday, December 3, 2021. The students attended an informative presentation as an overview of the institution followed by a tour of the expansive campus including the library, classrooms, theater, and numerous state-of-the-art buildings. They met with an admissions representative to discuss the various programs offered at the institution...
Culinary Arts and Fashion Design students partnered to create a collaborative project using a fun and playful monster theme. Chef John Palsi, Culinary instructor, and Ms. Janet Patten, Fashion Design instructor, are proud of how the students were able to put their creative minds together. Keeping in mind elements and principles of design, teams discussed...Continue reading
County Prep juniors and seniors visited New Jersey City University (NJCU) on Friday, November 12. Our students met with admission representatives for an overview of the majors, programs, support services, and campus life at this institution. The students toured the campus including classrooms, offices, and the library. The day concluded with a complimentary luncheon and...Continue reading