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Flag Football Finale is Flourish of Fun
4 days ago
Mariners to Make Third Straight Trip to Group 5 Final

Nov. 26, 2024-- Following the team's sectional victory over Rancocas Valley, High School North went out and defeated Washington Township 27-10 Nov.
4 days ago
FBLA Leaders Nationally Recognized

High School North FBLA Chapter Officers (left to right) Gabrielle Rizzo, Gabriela Kostova, and Joanne Chen achieved national recognition for their leadership. Congratulations, ladies!
4 days ago
Wall Game Precursor to Rematch With East

Unified Sports continued this week at the Field of Dreams when the Mariners took on Wall in a game of flag football. The game served as a precursor to next week’s season-ending matchup against in-district rival High School East. Another Battle of Bay Avenue is in store, this time with flag football bragging rights at stake. So stay tuned.
Nov 22, 2024
Mariners Are Sectional Champs, Advance to Group 5 Semis

Nov. 18, 2024-- Nasir Jackson (left) returned two interceptions for touchdowns, and High School North overcame a 20-7 halftime deficit to beat Rancocas Valley 42-27 and win their third straight NJSIAA Group 5 sectional title.
Nov 19, 2024
Science Star, Scholars Signal STEM Success

Nov. 14, 2024-- It's been a flurry of STEM success for one High School South sophomore and a dynamic duo from High School North.Let's start with Jazmin Garista, the HSS authentic science research (ASR) student who, Nov.
Nov 14, 2024
Famed Shakespeare Play Set to Premiere at North Nov. 14

Nov. 13, 2024-- High School North's Nautical Stars Theatre Company will perform the William Shakespeare play Twelfth Night Nov. 14, 15, and 16 at the Maria Ressa Auditorium, with each show beginning 7 p.
Nov 13, 2024
Coaches Cup Goes to North Field Hockey

Nov. 5, 2024-- High School North's field hockey team won its first-ever Coaches Cup Tournament Nov. 2, defeating Middletown North in an overtime thriller, 2-1.
Nov 05, 2024
North Robotics Teams Compete in Holmdel

Intermediate North's robotics team, the Cyberfins, includes-- from left to right-- Kavya Patel, Zoey Grey Jacinto, Krisha Goswami, Gabe Surace, and Noah Lessig.
Nov 04, 2024
Papanikolas Sets State Mark During North Playoff Win
Nov 04, 2024
Forum Promotes Leadership for JROTC Cadets

Oct. 30, 2024-- Cadets from the district's JROTC Academy participated in a Joint Service Leadership Forum Oct. 25. The purpose of the leadership forum was for different services-- Navy and Air Force-- to interact with each other, with Air Force active-duty course instructors leading the way.
Oct 30, 2024
Tetzlaff Reaches Century Mark

Oct. 29, 2024-- Congratulations to High School North's Jillian Tetzlaff, who reached 100 field hockey points, and at an opportune time-- her team's win over Brick in the quarterfinals of the Shore Conference Coaches Cup Tournament Oct.
Oct 29, 2024
Jaelyne Matthews Named Navy All-American
Oct 28, 2024
Let the Halloween Fun Begin!

Oct. 25, 2024-- It's officially spooky season, and fun, family-friendly events throughout the district and community are well underway. From pumpkin picking at Walnut Street (center), to a Safe Trick-or-Treat evening at High School East (above, photo by Allison Goodwin), to a Trunk-or-Treat at High School North (right), to a Halloween-themed night at the Early Learning Center, there's been something for everyone.
Oct 25, 2024
Freshmen Step Up to Challenge, Take Center Stage

Oct. 24, 2024-- At High School North this week, there was Freshmen Challenge Day (top right), and at High School East (above), it was Freshmen Field Day.
Oct 24, 2024
Hispanic Heritage Students Showcase Talents at NBA Headquarters

Oct. 22, 2024-- On Oct. 10, the Hispanic Heritage Clubs of all three high schools embarked on their biggest journey yet: two simultaneous dance performances at the NBA headquarters in Secaucus and Manhattan.
Oct 22, 2024
XC Girls Are OC Champs

Congratulations to the girls cross country team for winning the Ocean County championship ... way to go, girls!
Oct 17, 2024
Unity, Truth Mark Superintendent's Message to Community

Oct. 17, 2024-- At last night's public Toms River School Board meeting, during the Superintendent's Comments portion, Michael Citta delivered an impassioned speech, addressing recent falsities being shared about the district, stressing unity and togetherness, and urging school families and the community to remain educated about the issues and to seek the truth about the realities facing Toms River Regional Schools.
Oct 17, 2024
Local Apparel Co. Helps Outfit Team to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness

Oct. 16, 2024-- Throughout October, High School North's girls volleyball team is wearing pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They're not doing this alone, however.
Oct 16, 2024
Watch: Students Join Superintendent for Roundtable Discussion

Oct. 11, 2024-- At the Toms River Schools TV (TRSTV) studio on the campus of High School East, Superintendent Michael Citta was joined by three special guests for a roundtable discussion Oct.
Oct 11, 2024
North-South Game Honors Leigha Cirillo

Oct. 8, 2024-- Leigha Cirillo, a 15-year-old district student who inspired many through her remarkable resiliency, passed away late last month. Her memory was alive and well on the evening of Oct.
Oct 08, 2024
United Way Donates Free Supplies For Teens

Oct. 4, 2024-- Last week, Harry Staples-- the district's do-it-all driver/maintenance lead/fixer of various things-- drove to Tinton Falls to pick up 280 drawstring bags filled with 1,640 teen hygiene items, courtesy of the United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
Oct 04, 2024
Calling the Class of 1984: Reunion Set For Nov. 30

At the Sawmill in Seaside, a 40-year reunion is scheduled for the Mariners Class of '84. See the linked flyer for details and RSVP contact info.
Oct 04, 2024
Run for the Fallen Features Dedication by JROTC
Oct 01, 2024
BBQ Tradition About More Than Food for Senior Mariners

Sept. 26, 2024-- A tradition continued on the grounds of High School North yesterday. But as the annual event progresses from year to year, the school's senior barbeque features more than just food, even if the BBQ remains the main attraction.
Sep 26, 2024
Coach of the Week Honors Go to 'O'

Sept. 20, 2024-- It's been a good week for both the New York Jets and the High School North Mariners. The former beat the Patriots in a nationally-televised game last night, and the latter is coming off a 44-point win and sits at 3-0 on the season.
Sep 20, 2024
Photo Gallery: North Defeats Jackson Memorial 54-10

Sept. 16, 2024-- It's been business as usual for the back-to-back state champs, as High School North football defeated Jackson Memorial 54-10 at home Sept.
Sep 16, 2024
Never Forgotten: Remembering 9/11 on Anniversary of Tragedy
Sep 11, 2024
In-District Rivalry Game Sees Mariners Handle Raiders

Sept. 9, 2024-- Coming off an encouraging season-opening victory, the Raiders of High School East knew they would have their hands full against back-to-back defending state champs and in-district rival High School North Sept.
Sep 09, 2024
Back to School 2024-2025
Sep 05, 2024
School Year Begins With Talk of Making Connections

Sept. 3, 2024-- As it did last year, the 2024-2025 school year began with an all-staff assembly at RWJBarnabas Health Arena.It was a picture-perfect morning as buses arrived from schools with their staff members-- everyone from teachers to nurses to custodial staff and more.
Sep 03, 2024
Kindness Campaign, Community Connections to Drive '24-'25

Signs of kindness will be omnipresent at every school and throughout the greater Toms River community this year.
Aug 29, 2024
Teeple Take Two: Speaker Returns for Engaging Talk With Athletes

Aug. 22, 2024-- Last year was so inspiring that All In founder Angela Teeple was invited back to TRRS. The former standout athlete spoke today to female student-athletes from all district high schools in the Maria Ressa Auditorium at High School North.
Aug 22, 2024
Welcome, Class of 2028!

Freshmen orientations were hosted at all three district high schools this week. Meaning just like that, the 2024-2025 school year is upon us. And good news: the early vibes of the new year are already fantastic, judging by the photos.
Aug 22, 2024
APP Previews Upcoming Season for HSN Football

Story by Steven Falk, photos by Tanya Breen
Aug 21, 2024
District Continues to Generate Improvements at Several Schools

Aug. 20, 2024-- Several years ago, the district received nearly $870,000 as part of the Securing Our Children's Future funding opportunity. The targeted project through the grant was to install new and much-needed generators at Intermediate East, High School East, and High School North.
Aug 20, 2024
Community Rallies Behind District as Budget Battle Goes to Court

"I want to commend you on the strength that you just showed," said Assemblyman Paul Kanitra at the July 3 special board meeting in response to the district and board's announcement of a lawsuit against the state of NJ.
Jul 18, 2024
North's Barrett Named 2024 Boys Track Coach of the Year

July 2, 2024-- High School North boys track and field coach Michael Barrett has been named Coach of the Year for 2024.Read more at NJ.com/Star Ledger (subscriber exclusive).
Jul 02, 2024
North's Nickelsen Wins State Title in 800M

June 20, 2024-- Olivia Nickelsen, whose "triple" back in January helped High School North's girls track team capture the Shore Conference title, won the Group IV state title in the 800 meter earlier this month.
Jun 20, 2024
High School North Graduation 2024

All photos courtesy of High School North's James Patten.
Jun 12, 2024
Graduation Day 2024

Toms River Regional Schools congratulates its 2024 intermediate and high school graduates, and wishes them the best of luck in their ongoing education and future endeavors.
Jun 11, 2024
Capturing the Moment: Prom Season 2024 in Photos

June 10, 2024-- It's senior prom season, and whether it was High School East's own Allison Goodwin (above and right), or Asbury Park Press's Doug Hood (center), the photographers were out to capture the indelible moments of each school's magical, memorable evening.
Jun 10, 2024
Outgoing Seniors Looking Toward the Future
May 31, 2024
Roundtable Breakfast Awards Students With Scholarships

May 23, 2024-- On the heels of Unsung Heroes, RWJBarnabas Health Arena played host again this morning, this time for a Superintendents Roundtable Breakfast.
May 23, 2024
Arena Welcomes Ocean County's Unsung Heroes

May 22, 2024-- Like last year, RWJBarnabas Health Arena was the site for Unsung Heroes, an event from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office that recognizes and honors youth from Ocean County who have overcome adversity and/or who demonstrate a unique resolve and other commendable virtues.
May 22, 2024
Battle of Bay Avenue Pits East Versus North for Kickball Supremacy

May 22, 2024-- The district's Unified Sports-sponsored series of athletic events at the RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams continued yesterday with the Battle of Bay Avenue.
May 22, 2024
APP: Epic Triple for HSN Boys Track, Mordecai Ford at Penn Relays

"The Toms River North boys track team qualified for three finals at the Penn Relays. That's virtually unheard of. Mordecai Ford ran on all three quartets. That's the stuff of legend." Story by Jerry Carino, photos by Peter Ackerman
Apr 29, 2024
COMPASS Academy: Drugs 101 Parent Forum May 1

Join NJ4S COMPASS and the Ocean County Health Department, at an interactive parent/caregiver presentation titled: What to Look For. See linked flyer for details.
Mar 20, 2024
North's FBLA Chapter Featured in 'Tomorrow's Business Leader'

High School North's FBLA chapter was recognized for its community service in page 8 of Tomorrow's Business Leader, including a photo of Ryan Sabino (left) and Jesse Mateos (right).
Dec 18, 2023
Joe Mahon Named Ocean County Coach of the Year

"With a 15-4 record and securing a Class A South title and a visit to the South Jersey Group IV final round, Coach Mahon led a dominant Mariners team to be named the Ocean County Boys Soccer Coach of the Year," wrote Shore Sports Network in an Instagram post announcing the news. Congrats, Coach!
Dec 01, 2023
Financial Aid Night is Wednesday

To be held in the High School EAST student center, see attached flyer for details.
Nov 27, 2023
DART Coalition Meets Mariner Mentors

Representatives from RWJBarnabas Health’s DART Coalition—taking aim at substance abuse in Ocean County—met today with Mariner Mentors in High School North’s media center. Through fun activities like card games, students learned strategies for making positive life choices, and becoming leaders in their own right.
Nov 16, 2023
Mariners Win Second Straight Sectional Title

High School North defeated Washington Township 49-14 Nov. 10, winning the Central Jersey Group 5 title for the second consecutive year. Story by Asbury Park Press.
Nov 13, 2023
North Falls to Washington Township

After an outstanding year, the 15-4 High School North boys soccer team lost a hard-fought battle to Washington Township in the SJ Group IV Sectional championship game Nov. 4.
Nov 07, 2023
Christine Girtain Receives Award for Teaching Excellence

She is one of only 43 educators from across the United States to win the prestigious award from the NEA Foundation.
Oct 10, 2023
Mariners Win Best Percussion in Brick

Following the band’s win in Manchester Sept. 23, High School North’s percussion section won Best Percussion at its competition at Brick Memorial Sept. 30. Congratulations!
Oct 02, 2023
High School North Class of '83 Reunion Sept. 30

Celebrating 40 years, see flyer for more details.
Sep 15, 2023
Bring Your Child to Work Day!

Yesterday, schools across the district, including High School North, celebrated Bring Your Child to Work Day. We love working alongside our colleagues and their families, and it proved to be, yet again, one of our favorite days of the year!
Apr 28, 2023

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