Attention Seniors! If you are interested in giving a graduation speech, please see details below. Deadline is May 27.

Northern Highlands DECA recently competed at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Atlanta, Georgia, and what an incredible showing!

Twelve students earned stage recognition, with ten recognized for outstanding role play performances and two receiving top test score awards. Six Highlanders advanced to the finalist round, including Top 10 finishes, and four students captured first place in their respective events, bringing home two first-place trophies for our chapter.

We are incredibly proud of all of our students for their hard work and dedication, and grateful for our advisors whose support made this success possible. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding Highlanders!

Mr. Mugno has been inspiring students in Engineering and Architectural Design at Northern Highlands for over 33 years. One of his most meaningful traditions is “Pennant Day,” where seniors proudly share the colleges they’ll be attending to pursue engineering and related fields.

Having worked with many of these students for more than three years, Mr. Mugno has played a lasting role in shaping their journeys. His dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence have left a profound impact on generations of students.

As this marks his final year at Northern Highlands, this Pennant Day is especially meaningful. Mr. Mugno is truly a legend, and his legacy will continue through the many students he has inspired.

Congratulations to all of our seniors as they take this exciting next step!

This Saturday, May 2, we are excited to host the Highlands A Cappella Festival! The event will feature two concerts showcasing 20 high school a cappella groups, along with a special performance by the professional group Black to Gold. Please see the flyer below for more details. We hope to see you!

Happy National School Principal’s Day! Today we recognize and celebrate Principal Joe Occhino for all he does for our students and staff. Northern Highlands is incredibly fortunate to have his dedicated leadership year after year. Thank you, Principal Occhino! Enjoy this well-deserved day!

Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week! In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to our incredible educators. Your dedication, patience, and passion for learning build a strong foundation for student success each and every day.

We are truly grateful for all that you do. Thank you for inspiring our future!

Congratulations to our student musicians for their wonderful performance at tonight's Pop Concert. The evening was a showcase of hard work, dedication, and passion. A special thanks to Taylor Rehe for supporting these talented students.

The Northern Highlands Board of Education and the Northern Highlands Education Association are pleased to announce the formal ratification of a new five-year collective bargaining agreement.

Northern Highlands Relay For Life will be on Saturday, May 9, from 4-7 PM. If you would like to participate, please scan the QR code below to register. Thank you for your support!

While our students competed at DECA’s International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, our DECA advisors stayed just as engaged behind the scenes, participating in professional development sessions focused on strengthening instruction, leadership, and chapter success. We’re proud to share that NH DECA was recognized as the largest chapter in New Jersey, a testament to the dedication of both our students and advisors. Even while supporting competitors, our educators continue to learn, grow, and bring back new ideas to elevate opportunities for all students.

Please join us this Thursday at 7 PM in Hopkins Hall at NHRHS for our Spring Pops Concert.

This free event is open to the public and features a fun, student-driven program. Our musicians selected much of the music themselves, creating an exciting lineup filled with movie and video game favorites.

We hope to see you there!

As a reminder, please join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00 pm in the Northern Highlands Auditorium for a panel discussion on college admissions. Admissions representatives from Binghamton University, Fairfield University, George Washington University, Rutgers University, San Diego State University and Syracuse University will be in attendance to discuss what matters most in the college application process. We hope to see you!

Yesterday, we welcomed some very special guests for Bring Your Child to Work Day! Organized by our incredible Instructional Coaches, the day was filled with engaging activities hosted by teachers and departments across the building. From hands-on experiences to creative learning opportunities, our visitors got a true glimpse into the energy and passion that make our school community so special.

A big thank you to our staff for opening their classrooms, providing thoughtful activities, and even sharing snacks to keep our young guests fueled throughout the day. We’re also grateful to our administration for providing lunch and helping make the day enjoyable for all!

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible individuals who keep our high school running smoothly each and every day!

From managing the front office to supporting students, staff, and families, your organization, patience, and dedication never go unnoticed. You are often the first friendly face people see and the steady force behind so much of what makes Northern Highlands special.

Thank you for everything you do to support our community. We truly appreciate you today and every day!

Senior Teddy Goebbert has been nominated for NJ Boys Outdoor Track Performer of the Week! Teddy had a stellar showing at the Bergen County Relays this past weekend performing in the intermediate hurdles, the shuttle hurdles, and the long jump.

Please click on the link below to vote:

https://www.northjersey.com/story/sports/high-school/track/2026/04/20/vote-hss-boys-track-and-field-performer-of-the-week-for-april-13-19/89664498007/

Voting closes at 5 p.m. Thursday. Thanks for your support of Teddy!

Highlands pride on full display! 🌍✨

After hosting a successful 90-Minute Cultural Lunch, the Highlands Equity Club & advisor Dr. Jessica Verdicchio shared their impactful work at the Equity Think Tank @ Ramapo College alongside students from 15 Bergen County districts.

🏆 Proud to bring home the Cultural Awareness Award!

Thank you for making a difference in our communities and helping make Highlands such a special place. 💙 #HighlandsPride #EquityInAction #StudentVoice

Congratulations to Ryan McDermott on receiving the Rising Flame Award at the USR Fire Department Installation Awards Dinner last night! This honor recognizes a junior firefighter who exemplifies commitment, growth, and pride in the role.

Ryan consistently shows up ready to learn, work hard, and give his best in every situation. From training drills to station responsibilities and team support, he approaches each opportunity with focus and determination.

The fire service is built on dedication and discipline, and Ryan is already demonstrating both at a high level. His work ethic and mindset make it clear: he’s not just participating -- he’s preparing to lead. Congratulations, Ryan, on this wonderful accomplishment!

What a beautiful day for our 90-Minute Cultural Fair Lunch! We thank Mr. Witkowski and the #NHStudentGovernment along with Dr. Verdicchio and the #NHEquityClub for organizing such a fun day.