Northern Highlands Regional School District
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
Meeting Date Change: The Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Please note that the due date for all spring athletic registrations and paperwork is Wednesday, 2/18. You may refer to Mr. Koth's Constant Contact email for more information. #GoHighlands
As a reminder, NH will have a special schedule this week for Cumulative Assessments.
Congratulations to the Highlands Dance Team ❤️🖤
🥈 2nd Place Varsity Jazz at the Pascack Valley Regional Competition
Competing against rival powerhouse high schools in the region, this team delivered an outstanding performance. Well done to our student-dancers and coaches!
🥈 2nd Place Varsity Jazz at the Pascack Valley Regional Competition
Competing against rival powerhouse high schools in the region, this team delivered an outstanding performance. Well done to our student-dancers and coaches!
We are pleased to announce that the Northern Highlands Sports Association will once again host its annual “PASTAMANIA” fundraiser on Tuesday, January 27, 2026! This year’s event will feature back- to- back JV & Varsity basketball games vs. Teaneck HS, a Varsity Wrestling Tournament vs. Union City, as well as an all-you-can-eat Italian feast in our Main Cafeteria. As in past years, proceeds from this year’s event will go toward supporting all student athletes, coaches, and athletic programs at Northern Highlands.
Tickets are on sale for $15 per Adult, $10 for Students/Senior Citizens and may be purchased through the link or QR Code found on the attached flyer. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enter raffles & contests for various giveaways & prizes.
Please consider attending this event. We look forward to seeing you on January 27!
LET’S GO HIGHLANDS!
Tickets are on sale for $15 per Adult, $10 for Students/Senior Citizens and may be purchased through the link or QR Code found on the attached flyer. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enter raffles & contests for various giveaways & prizes.
Please consider attending this event. We look forward to seeing you on January 27!
LET’S GO HIGHLANDS!
Order your NH Yearbook today! The deadline is fast approaching!
Northern Highlands DECA competed at the 2026 NJ DECA North East District Conference at Ramapo College on Tuesday. As a result of their performance, 105 Northern Highlands students have qualified to compete in their role play event at NJ DECA's State Career Development Conference ("SCDC") in Atlantic City next month. #GoHighlands #NHDECA
NH Wellness Counselor Joe Torres, shares tips for managing anxiety in our latest NHPASS Episode. This NH PASS video shares simple, age-appropriate strategies to help students recognize anxiety and practice healthy coping skills—at school and beyond. 💙
WATCH HERE! You can also view previous episodes on our website
Please support our Blood Drive on 1/29 from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Details to register are below.
Congratulations to Ms. Caryn Schanstine on being inducted into the 2025 New Jersey Scholastic Association Hall of Fame! Our staff, students, parents, and the Highlands community are proud of this
outstanding achievement. Ms. Schanstine’s dedication, leadership, and volleyball expertise have been acknowledged on multiple levels. We have been fortunate to have Ms. Schanstine as a member of our staff for the past 25 years. She has inspired her players, both past and present, and she has established a volleyball program that many aspire to replicate.
outstanding achievement. Ms. Schanstine’s dedication, leadership, and volleyball expertise have been acknowledged on multiple levels. We have been fortunate to have Ms. Schanstine as a member of our staff for the past 25 years. She has inspired her players, both past and present, and she has established a volleyball program that many aspire to replicate.
Spring Sports Sign Ups will take place next Friday, 1/16 after school. See below for locations of each sport.
The Career & Academic Pathways Program is seeking partnerships with local businesses to support our thriving Senior Internship Program. If you’re interested in collaborating with us and helping prepare students for future success, please contact Ms. Hayes at hayesk@northernhighlands.org. #WorkBasedLearning #CommunitySchoolPartnerships #SeniorInternships
Summer Academy registration is now open! Please refer to Mr. Occhino's Constant Contact email for more information. Registration closes 2/13.
We hope you can join us next Tuesday, 1/13 at 7:00 PM for a wonderful Choral Concert featuring singers from Northern Highlands and our sending districts! #choralconcert #music
Our Senior Internship program is filling up! Just a friendly reminder that applications for summer/half-day/after-school programs are due no later than 2/1! If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Hayes at hayesk@northernhighlands.org.
Northern Highlands will be closed today due to inclement weather. Please check our website for additional information.
Please note that NH will be on a special schedule tomorrow. Wishing all of our Highlanders a very happy holiday season!
Turn winter break into an opportunity! Volunteer with Career & Academic Pathways (CAP) to explore careers, develop skills, and earn volunteer hours. You can earn transcript credit for only 28 hours of service. Please stop by CAP if you need help getting started.
Mrs. DeCarlo's Business of Fashion class had an inspiring day visiting local Ramsey boutiques! Students met with the owner of Lily & Kate and the amazing managers at Hazel and Fado—learning firsthand about their career paths, industry experience, and invaluable advice for future fashion professionals. Huge thank you to these incredible small businesses for welcoming us and sharing your wisdom. Your passion for fashion and community makes all the difference!
Go support them and remember to shop small, shop local!
@shop.fado.ramsey
@hazel_boutique
@lilyandkategifts
Please note our revised Spirit Week Days!
