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  • Bald & Beautiful 'Dominate' Kickball Tourney

    Coach James Rankin's Bald and Beautiful squad "dominated" (according to Rankin) High School South's 3rd annual kickball tournament. They topped a field of 16 teams, defeating Ricky Maldonado's team in the finals. "This was easily the pinnacle of coaching for me." Rankin said. "The kids showed up each game and put on a performance. I couldn't be prouder."
  • TR Athletes, Coaches Fill Year-End Track Honors by APP

    June 11, 2025- Following the girls All-Shore Track & Field announcements, it was the boys' turn.In the least surprising news of the track season, all four of High School North's all-world 4x400 relay team of Mamadi Diawara, Taysaun Wilson, Camryn Thomas, and Mordecai Ford made first-team honors from the Asbury Park Press.
  • Three Standouts Named First-Team All-Shore Girls Track & Field

    June 10, 2025- Three district track and field standouts have been named to the Asbury Park Press's All-Shore Track and Field first team for 2025.High School North's Riley Brazier and May Hanlon, along with High School South's Julia Santos, earned the honors.
  • Close Semifinal Wins Set Up East-South State Title Game

    June 4, 2025- High School South pitchers Aiden Lynch and Aiden Moylan combined to yield only three runs, which was just enough for the Indians to edge Ocean City 4-3 and advance to the South Jersey Group 3 state sectional final.
  • Superintendent Citta Interviews 2025 Valedictorians

    June 3, 2025- The Valedictorian Show is the annual feature from TRSTV in which Superintendent Mike Citta sits down with the year's valedictorians from each high school.
  • OCC Welcomes Students For Career Readiness Conference

    Students enjoyed a workshop titled "How to Succeed in College with the Student Success Team" focused on time management, proving there's always time for a quick photo.
  • Toms River Athletes Star at SCC

    High School South's Jayden Hall and Julia Santos, photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Access to Resources, Prizes a SNAP at 3rd Annual Community Fair

    One lucky student holds up his prize, a ShopRite gift card, won at the ESL Community Resources Fair May 22.
  • WBL Program Celebrates Students, Community Partners

    WBL student Mel-Austin Pinales stands with Sgt. Kyle Martucci of the Toms River Police Department.
  • Nine TR Students Recognized at Annual Awards Breakfast

    May 21, 2025- It's that time of year for honoring students, and on the heels of Unsung Heroes— mere hours later, in fact, also on site at RWJBarnabas Health Arena— the 37th Annual Superintendents' Roundtable and Ocean County Mayors' Association Scholarship event was held.
  • Ocean County Youth Honored at Special Event

    May 21, 2025- It's fast becoming tradition that Unsung Heroes— an event from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office that celebrates young men and women who have risen above unique or adverse circumstances— is hosted at RWJBarnabas Health Arena with an assist from Toms River Regional Schools.
  • Chase is on the Case: Tassel Question Solved

    Congratulations to South senior Chase Ford for winning the annual Tassel Contest and, as a result, earning a Spirit Club package just in time for Senior Prom. Chase’s guess of 57 strands of strings in the maroon and white tassel was right … on … the … money. Actual number of tassels? Yep, 57. Nice work, Chase.
  • South to Explore the Trades Further With HVAC Skills Lab Grant

    His students are used to putting their carpentry skills to good use by building things like custom-made sheds, but High School South teacher Tim O’Leary (far left)— next to proud HSS Principal Kevin Raylman— and his SPEAR classes will have new trades to learn in the months and years ahead.
  • In-Game Goals Record Reached in 13-0 South Win

    May 6, 2025- The story of High School South's 13-0 win over Brick Township Monday was the performance of senior Ben Hartzfeld.The captain matched his jersey number with 11 points.
  • Students Help Pop the Trunk for Those in Need

    May 5, 2025- This past Friday, May 2, students from all three high schools who take part in the district's work-based learning program put in some good work for those in need.
  • Athletes Recognized for Sportsmanship

    May 5, 2025- At the Shore Conference Student Athlete Sportsmanship Awards held Sunday at RWJBarnabas Health Arena, a handful of district athletes earned honors.
  • Mental Health Underlying Theme of North-South Lax Game

    May 2, 2025- May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and like last May, the girls lax teams from High School North and High School South came together for something beyond lacrosse.
  • Milestone for Mueller

    April 29, 2025- Against Colts Neck High School April 28, High School South senior lacrosse goalie Nick Mueller earned his 400th career save, a significant milestone and something worth celebrating with teammates.
  • Wow: Walter Works Well, Wins Wawa

    Sophomore Isabelle Walter is the winner of the Spirit Club Egg Hunt, earning a $25 gift certificate to Wawa and a $10 gift certificate to Dunkin. "Not bad for finding an egg," said Dave Correll. Happy Easter to all from the HSS family!
  • South Key Club Stalwart to Receive Distinguished Award

    Senior Riddhi Jariwala represented High School South at the New Jersey Key Club District Educational Conference held April 3-5.
  • Career Education the Focus of Hispanic Heritage Day

    April 10, 2025- Hispanic Heritage Clubs from all three high schools gathered yesterday at RWJBarnabas Health Arena for a day dedicated to career exploration.
  • Laycock Adds to Coaching Awards Mantle

    April, 4, 2025- We know High School South wrestling coach Ron Laycock earned the District 26 Coach of the Year. Well, you can add 2025 ShoreConferenceWrestling.
  • East Coast Space Design Competition Hosted at HSN

    April 1, 2025- The East Coast Space Design Competition was hosted at High School North March 15. It was a high-intensity yet fun industry simulation event in which students adopted professional roles, were given industry specific challenges, and were tasked to deliver real world solutions.
  • Spring Play Season a Sensation for Fans

    Photo by Allison Goodwin
  • Lights, Camera, Auction to Take Place June 5

    March 26, 2025- The district is partnering with Fair Funding For Students (FFFS) NJ to host a large-scale gift auction June 5 at RWJBarnabas Health Arena.
  • Coach Frank Inducted Into NJSIAA Hall of Fame

    March 24, 2025- High School South baseball coach Ken Frank—who forged a legendary career at the school worthy of documentary treatment—was inducted into the NJSIAA Hall of Fame this past Saturday evening.
  • District Honors Year's Best at Board Meeting

    March 20, 2025-- At the March 19, 2025 Toms River School Board meeting, the district's Teachers and Educational Service Professionals of the Year were recognized and honored with commemorative plaques.
  • Maddy Raimann Lucks Out With Good Guess

    Congratulations to the 2025 4-Leaf Clover Coin Contest winner, Maddy Raimann, whose guess of 264 coins was only one FOUR-leaf clover away from the true amount of 260. No doubt Maddy’s Irish eyes are smiling today! Photo by Jenna Mikels.
  • Ten Medal at FBLA State Leadership Conference

    March 14, 2025- March 10 through 12, 48 district high schoolers—led by advisors (left) Janine Hatton (High School East), Robert Gold (South), and Jamie Tesoro (North)—attended the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference, the largest ever, made up of more than 4,000 students.
  • Sister Act Continues This Weekend

    The Theatre Guild's presentation of Sister Act kicked off last night to rave reviews, and the show continues Friday and Saturday. Grab your tickets now to the feel-good musical comedy!
  • Rare Disease Day Takes on Added Meaning for TR in 2025

    Feb. 27, 2025- Rare Disease Day is a worldwide movement, hosted annually on the last day in February, aimed at raising awareness among the general public and decision makers about rare diseases and their impact on patients' lives.
  • Tribal Council Pitches Chief Panel of Judges

    Feb. 27, 2025- It's fast become an annual tradition, and the signature capstone project for High School South Business Academy students: the Tribal Council.
  • Business Academy Entrepreneurs Wow at Venture Showcase

    Sophomores Mara Emilcar and Olivia Russo took second place in the Social Innovation Category at the University of Delaware Regional Venture Showcase, and Sean Maguire , Sam DiNicola, Alexa Trump, and Jayla Martinez won the Business Innovation Category, and will represent South at the Diamond National Showcase at the University of Delaware this spring. Congratulations!
  • Business Academy Competitors Sent Packing

    Feb. 25, 2025- On Thursday, High School South's Business Academy will host its annual Tribal Competition/Shark Tank challenge. Its competitors, however, have already won.
  • Laycock Named District 26 COY

    Congratulations to head wrestling coach Ron Laycock on winning District 26 Coach of the Year honors ... well deserved, Coach!
  • Rankin Earns District 26 Wrestling Title for South

    High School South junior wrestler Brett Rankin won the NJSIAA District 26 state title over the weekend.
  • State Track Meet a Welcome Site for District Athletes

    Feb. 10, 2025- While a foursome from North was competing at the Millrose Games in NYC, the Bubble was a welcome site for many of the district's track and field stars this past weekend.
  • South Wrestlers Take F Division

    Feb. 10, 2025- High School South's wrestling team defeated Manalapan 60-10 Friday night, which was a dominant showing in its own right but also earned the team the Shore F Division crown for the season.
  • Submissions Being Accepted for Military Honor Wall

    High School South is excited to announce the upcoming installation of a Military Honor Wall to honor and commemorate the dedication and service of our graduates who have served in the United States Armed Forces. See the attached flyer for more information, and for a link to submit nominations.
  • Track Success Continues for Santos, South

    Jan. 31, 2025- It's been quite a run- and career- for High School South's Julia Santos.A couple of weeks ago she broke her own school shot put record at the Group 3 State Relays, where she placed first.
  • Sound the Trumpets! Walpola Makes All-State Band

    Congratulations to High School South’s "golden trumpet player" Ahava Walpola, who received 3rd Chair Trumpet in the New Jersey All-State Band. Way to go, Ahava! Photo by Jenna Mikels.
  • Right on the Button: Gabriella Mauro Named Winner

    Congratulations to Gabriella Mauro for winning the 2024 Spirit Club Design-the-Holiday Button Contest with her slogan of "Merry Christmas, TRS Indians," and Snoopy-themes design.
  • Clay-Made: Mentor Club Makes Holiday Ornaments

    "Thank you, Mrs. Ruhlin, for helping share the holiday spirit," said Principal Kevin Raylman about Lauren Ruhlin, who led the Mentor Club today-- joined by Assistant Principal Mark Sullivan-- in some fun clay ornament making.
  • South Alum, Paralympian Featured on Jersey Shore Online

    "Paralympian From Ocean County Brings 5 Medals Home," is a story from Toms River Times' Chris Christopher about Christie Raleigh-Crossley.
  • Writing Center Officially Open

    "The moment we have all been waiting for has arrived—the Toms River High School South Writing Center is officially open! Whether you need help with an essay, or your homework, just need a quiet place to read or complete IXL, or just want to improve your writing skills, we are here to support you." Follow this link to read the full announcement.
  • Grace Rhine Named WOBM Student of the Week

    "Her many achievements include the Girl Scout Gold Award, the George Eastman Young Leaders Award, and the President's Education Award, to name just a few." Story by WOBM; photo by Jenna Mikels.
  • Freshmen Girls Volleyball Team Completes Undefeated Season

    South's freshman girls volleyball team capped off a perfect season with a win at Brick Township last week, finishing the season with a 12-0 record. "The girls played outstanding all season long, only dropping one set throughout the entire season," said coach Kimberly Williams. "The future is bright!"
  • Welcome to the FNHS

    The induction ceremony for the French National Honor Society took place Oct. 17 at High School South. It was a memorable evening attended by inductees, their families, and members of the administration. We are always so very proud of our students and their dedication to excellence in French language and culture. Congratulations!
  • South Vibes at Rt. 37 Chipotle for Annual Fundraiser

    High School South hosted its annual Chipotle Night fundraiser at the Route 37 location in Toms River. "Chipotle customers were decked out in the South colors of maroon and white, and the mascots sang their school song, 'Old Indian Tom,'" said David Correll. "The food was delicious," he added. Another successful fundraiser to start the school year!
  • Enjoy a Safe Trick or Treat This Halloween

    From 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29, sponsored by the TREA. See linked flyer for details.
  • Ian Brown is OC Pole Vault Champ

    Congratulations to High School South’s Ian Brown, whose 12-foot showing earned him first place at the Ocean County Championships in the pole vault. Photo by Jenna Mikels.
  • Key Club Helps Out

    Key Club members from High School South and High School North helped out at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Toms River’s River to Bay 5K this past weekend. A true team effort!
  • Katie Dukett Wins Tassle Contest

    Congratulations to senior Katie Dukett for winning this year's Tassle Contest! Her guess of 54 strands of strings in the maroon and white tassles was only one off from the actual number of 55, and with that Katie wins the Spirit Club package just in time for senior prom. Photo by Jenna Mikels.
  • Connelly Recognized for All Shore Winter Team Honor

    Congratulations to John Donnelly, who’s been named to the Asbury Park Press All Shore Winter Team for the 2023-2024 season, and who received a Joint Legislative Commendation letter of acknowledgement for the achievement from District 10 representatives Senator Holzapfel, Assemblyman McGuckin, and Assemblyman Kanitra. Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Annual Egg Hunt Yields Winner, Good Vibes Heading Into Break

    The overall winner of the annual egg hunt was Natasha Scott ... congratulations! Wishing everyone a happy and healthy spring break. Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • South Relay Team Hurdles Way to All-American Status

    Congratulations to High School South's Justin Coston, Tyler Kopin, Antonio Manganiello, and Giovanni Morales-Torres, whose stellar performance at the Virginia Beach Adidas Track Nationals this past weekend in the 60M Shuttle Hurdle Relay-- a speedy time of 33.40-- earned them third place and the title of All Americans!
  • Dood's Donuts Bring Out the Smiles for Students, Staff

    South's administration awarded the junior class with Uncle Dood's donuts today for their great job and participation in NJGPA testing this week, and this gesture not only brought out the (Irish) smiles for students, but also Supervisor Heather Pentifallo and Assistant Principal John Oberti. After all, the joy is really in the giving, right? And distributing more than 375 delicious Dood's donuts meant a LOT of giving.
  • Alejandra Morales is Coin Guess Champ

    Her guess of 231 coins won Alejandra Morales today's St. Patrick's Day-themed "Guess How Many Coins?" contest. Congrats! And for the record, the true number of four-leaf clover coins in the jar was 251. Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • 'Anything Goes' at HSS March 7-9

    Set sail with High School South for their production of Cole Porter’s sharp and sophisticated musical comedy, Anything Goes! The toe-tapping, hilarious, classic musical will be presented in the High School South cafetorium Thursday, March 7; Friday, March 8; and Saturday, March 9. All performances start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 each; $5 for students with their school ID.
  • French Club Cooks Up Crepes

    The French Club's crepes-themed event Feb. 14 was a blast, by all accounts. Students cooked up homemade crepes and personalized them using Nutella, ice cream, strawberries, and more of their favorite toppings. It was a fun and delicious day for all!
  • South Freshman Sets Long Jump Mark

    Congratulations to freshman Jaelyn Mayne for breaking the High School South long jump record, a feat accomplished at the Rothman Orthopaedic Sports Complex at the John Bennett Athletic Center, a.k.a. the Bubble, with a spectacular jump of 16’ 3.5”. Way to go, Jaelyn! Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Santos is Sectional Shot Put Champ

    During the state sectionals meet Feb. 9, Julia Santos won the shot put event with a throw of 39’, 6”, securing for her the title of South Jersey Group 3 Sectionals champion! Congratulations, Julia, and to the entire girls track team, which had a solid showing at sectionals. Now, it’s on to the group stage. Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • South Psyched for Super Bowl

    Today, students and staff celebrated the upcoming Super Bowl by wearing their favorite NFL team's jerseys to school. Are you ready for some football?
  • Donnelly Sets New South Swimming Mark

    Congratulations to Noelle Donnelly for breaking a longstanding school record in the 100M breaststroke. Noelle’s 1:08.39 mark is now the time to beat! Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Meaghan Weatherstone Named WOBM Student of the Week

    "Ranked sixth in her class and a regular on the High Honor Roll, [Meaghan] is Secretary of the National Honor Society and Vice-President of the French National Honor Society." Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Santos Sets New South Shot Put Mark

    Fresh of their Ocean County Championships win, HSS Juniors Kendall Howe (left) and Julia Santos struck double-gold at the Shore Conference Championships Jan. 25. Kendall’s 9-foot, 6-inch pole vault secured the win, while Julia’s shot put throw of 42 feet, 1 and ¼ inches is the best current mark in the state, and also set a new High School South record in the event. Way to go, girls! (Photo by Jenna Mikels)
  • South Swimmers Take First in 200M Relay

    Congratulations to Noah Thompson, John Donnelly, Brady Krohn, and Aiden Padham for taking first place in the 200M freestyle relay—and second in 400M—at the Ocean County Championships Jan. 21. Way to go, guys! Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • Newspapers Collected for Animals

    The French National Honor Society held a successful donation drive, collecting old newspapers which will help keep birds and small critters warm and clean throughout winter at the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge. “This success shows the strong spirit of our school community, and we are excited to keep supporting those in need,” said South’s Constance Signorin.
  • Button Contest Winner Announced

    Congratulations to Zaret Arce for winning the 2023 Spirit Club design-the-holiday-button contest! Photo by Jenna Mikels
  • ESL Students Meet Elf on the Shelf

    During the school's first year with the English as a second language (ESL) program, students unfamiliar with the tradition were able to meet Elf of the Shelf in person. Andres Reyes Ariza, Liliana Burgos Santos, Gisell Osorio Ramirez, Rogelio Luna, Juan Sebastian Bedoya Londono, Juliana Perez Gil, Tayra Aniceto Malique, Silvia Bravo De La Rez, and Yadira Romero spent time with the elf, a.k.a. Assistant Principal Chris Peck, as ESL teacher Mrs. Passarella joins in. Happy holidays!
  • Philly's Christmas Village Hosts German Club

    The German Club took a cultural trip to the Christmas Village in Philadelphia Dec. 7. The Village contains a German-style Christmas market, complete with food and craft vendors designed to mimic the classic Weihnachtsmärkte popular in Germany during the holidays. Students shopped, ate traditional foods like Bratwurst, Spätzle, and Kartoffelpuffer, ice skated and rode a carousel and Ferris wheel.
  • Mary Antonowicz Named to All South Jersey Orchestra

    Congratulations to High School South junior Mary Antonowicz for making fourth chair cello in the All South Jersey Regional Orchestra. Way to go, Mary! (Photo by Jenna Mikels)
  • Turkey Time

    The mentor club hosted a Thanksgiving Extravaganza Nov. 21 in the Recreation Station, and the event included a hand-turkey station. Modeling theirs are teacher Mat Sohl and student Dan Barry. Happy Thanksgiving!
  • French National Honor Society Welcomes HSS Members

    Congratulations to the exceptional students who were welcomed into the French National Honor Society at the Oct. 19 induction ceremony. The school extends its gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the evening more memorable. As Charlemagne famously stated, "To have a second language is to have a second soul."
  • Mary Highton Gets Nod as Influential Tribe Leader

    South’s “Leader of the Tribe” committee, tasked with acknowledging excellent staff members, today recognized math teacher Mary Highton. “Teaching Algebra 1 and AP Calc, Mrs. Highton influences many students in the building and we truly could not be luckier to have her as part of our math department,” they said during morning announcements. Congratulations, Mrs. Highton, on the well-earned recognition! Photo courtesy of Jenna Mikels.
  • Staff Show Support for Lynne Szablewski

    High School South staff came together today in support of colleague Lynne Szablewski and her battle with breast cancer. This month-- Breast Cancer Awareness Month-- and every day moving forward, everyone at HSS and throughout the district wishes Lynne the best! Photo courtesy of Jenna Mikels.
  • South Mentoring Club Kicks Off its ’23-’24 Schedule

    Assistant Principal Mark Sullivan, founder of the High School South Mentoring Club, meets with Superintendent Citta and Assistant Superintendent Thomas at the kickoff event for this year's club event schedule. In 2023-2024, the club will pair each of its more than 60 students with a mentor from the Indian faculty and staff, continuing its legacy as a sustainable building-level support system for students and a critical element of the infrastructure that helps maintain the culture at South, where kindness matters.
  • 30-Year Reunion Tour Enjoyed by Class of ‘93

    High School South’s Class of 1993 enjoyed a reunion tour of their alma mater Saturday, Oct. 14, which included trivia, prizes, and lots of reminiscing.
  • 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.
  • South Takes Early Attendance Lead

    After one month, HSS has pulled into the lead for attendance rate among high schools, thanks in large part to the September perfect attendance winners including, from left to right, freshman Nyla Salley, sophomore Christina Brennan, senior Nick Damiano, freshman Kevin Loveday, sophomore Trey Collick-Stafford, senior Mia Applegate, and juniors Silvia Bravo De La Rez and Stephanie Carol (not pictured). Congratulations to these students!
  • Can't Duck Away from Kindness at South

    High School South's Kindness Club filled teacher and staff mailboxes with Kindness Ducks, and helped hang banners around the school that read, "Be Indianific, Kindness Matters!"
  • Spirit Leaders Spark Super Successful Chipotle Night Fundraiser

    It was a super successful Chipotle Night Fundraiser Sept. 19, thanks in large part to the efforts of High School South’s spirit leaders including (from back to front) Logan Redgrave, Spirit 25; Brady Krohn, Indian 56; Caroline Edwards, Indian Princess 54; and Katie Duckett, Super Maroon 54.
  • NHS Members Inducted

    The evening of June 1, 25 members of the National Honors Society were sworn into the Indian Chapter at High School South. Congratulations to all those selected!
  • Students Recognized at Scholarship Breakfast

    Congratulations to Ryan Svenson, Evan Ryan, Justin Newman, and James Brierley for attending the Ocean County Superintendents' roundtable student recognition and Mayor's scholarship breakfast.
  • Dakota Foylin Wins Graduation Tassel Contest

    South’s Spirit Club held a Graduation Tassel Contest where seniors had to guess how many strings are on a graduation tassel to win a prize package that includes hair, nails, tanning, flowers, and food. Dakota Foylin won the contest with the correct number of 65 strings. Congrats Dakota! Pictured in this photo by Olivia Lucas are, left to right, Spirit Club leaders Kaitlyn Gonzalez, Dakota, and Spirit Club Leader Kimmy Austin.
  • South's Frazier Named to Rutgers Hall of Fame

    Congratulations to High School South’s Jeff Frazier on becoming a 2023 Rutgers Athletic Hall of Fame inductee! Frazier is photographed here by student Olivia Lucas against a backdrop featuring another HSS legend, Mr. P David Correll.
  • Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

    During Teacher Appreciation Week, all staff at High School South enjoyed special surprises including gift card raffles, personalized Indian mugs, and thank you notes from students. South was especially appreciative of several downtown businesses including Taco-Tastic, A Thyme for All Seasons, Uncle Dood's, Capone's, Safu Sushi, and Tommy Boy's Cafe that showed support for the staff by donating delicious food!
  • German Club Visits DC

    South’s German Club took a trip to Washington, DC April 29. At the Capitol, students visited historic Georgetown University, enjoyed a buffet of authentic German foods at Old Europe restaurant, and then participated in a scavenger hunt of the monuments on the National Mall. This is an annual trip that Herr DeMarco and the HSS German Club have been organizing for 14 years.
  • Kassidy Colangelo an 'Athlete to Know'

    Congratulations to Kassidy Colangelo on being named one of the “Top 50 High School Athletes to Know" by the Asbury Park Press. This follows APP’s Players of the Week for all spring sports for week 4, during which Kassidy notched a home run, single, and four RBI in HSS’s 15-1 victory over Point Pleasant Beach. Way to go, Kassidy! Photo by Olivia Lucas.