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  • Win Against Tough Southern Team Moves TR Hockey to 14-0

    A collision ensues following Nick Salzano's goal against Southern at Winding River Skating Center Jan. 16. The senior forward scored twice in the second period, leading his team to a 4-1 win and a 14-0 start to the season.
  • Far Out! Astronauts Respond to TR Students From Space

    A question from Intermediate East's Lucas Lowery was the first one selected and broadcast to the ISS during today's "Ask An Astronaut" event.
  • South Girls Take Inaugural Toms River Relays

    Above, left to right: Jahminah Champagne, Bisola Fasakin, Sophia Mauro, Kylie Noading, and Kayla Pierson
  • Schools Get Schooled on New Facets of Student Financial Aid

    Jan. 10, 2025- Who says media center-based presentations from the state can't be fun (right)? The NJHESAA's (New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) André Maglione and Sharon Austin (left) visited High School North yesterday, and leadership teams from every high school were in attendance to hear updates to the system and process of student financial aid services.
  • TR Hockey Moves Up in Rankings, Skates Past RBR

    Senior forward Nick Salzano had control of the ice, his stick, and the third period, scoring twice in the frame to put the game away. Photo by Allison Goodwin.
  • Warm Thanks For Farro's Fleeces

    Jan. 6, 2025-- Over the holiday break, Dominic Farro and the family at Farro's Tees put into production and then donated some 2,500 fleeces for Toms River Regional Schools staff members as a thank you and pure act of kindness.
  • Undefeated TR Hockey Takes Holiday Tourney Title

    Jan. 2, 2025- From its first game together as one district team-- an 8-1 win-- Toms River hockey has not slowed down.The squad is currently 10-0, and coming off of a victory at the Winding River Holiday Tournament, beating Ocean Township-Shore-Monmouth in the final, 5-1.
  • 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.
  • Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Band Make Holidays Bright

    Dec. 19, 2024-- Every year, the most anticipated holiday event of the season for those who work in the district's business offices at 1144 Hooper Avenue is when high school musicians visit to perform holiday songs.
  • 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.
  • Big Project Delivered to HSS Front Office

    Dec. 18, 2024— Back in October, it was revealed that High School South students enrolled in the SPEAR 2 construction course were working on a big project.
  • 'Magical Evening' of Holiday Cheer Spread by South Spirit Club

    Dec. 17, 2024-- It goes in phases, because holiday cheer this extensive needs to be planned.It starts with the Toms River Education Association helping to fund what the High School South Spirit Club calls its Caroling Trip.
  • Top Seats in South Jersey Orchestra For Two South Students

    Dec. 16, 2024-- Congratulations are in order for High School South's Ahava Walpola (left) and Mary Antonowicz for making top seats in their South Jersey Orchestra auditions this past weekend.
  • 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.
  • Three-High-School Holiday Symphony From TRHSO

    Dec. 13, 2024-- Inside the Maria Ressa Auditorium on the campus of High School North, the Toms River High School Orchestra (TRHSO) played a symphonic medley of holiday-themed music for an adoring crowd yesterday evening.
  • Great Eight: First Game Together a Scoring Frenzy for TR Hockey

    Dec. 6, 2024-- Toms River high school hockey is now a district-wide affair, and it's off to a heck of a start.In 2017, the hockey teams of High School East and High School South formed a co-op.
  • Open Houses Introduce Career Academies to Students, Families

    Dec. 9, 2024-- Career Academy open houses took place throughout last week, beginning with the Arts Academy at High School North Tuesday evening, and wrapping up with the Business Academy at High School South Dec.
  • 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.
  • South Stars Well-Represented on All-Division Teams

    Nov. 19, 2024-- Coaches' votes determine the All-South division teams, and High School South players must have impressed in 2024 because they are well-represented.
  • 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.
  • Thanks to South Student, Kindness Campaign Has Its Logo

    Nov. 14, 2024-- Lucia Piserchia-Johnson (right) is the winner of the 2024 Kindness Campaign Logo Contest. The announcement was made by Amy Carreno at RWJBarnabas Health, a core partner for the district's community-based Kindness Campaign.
  • South Gymnasts Compete at NJSIAA Sectionals

    Nov. 4, 2024-- Following her success at the Ocean County Championships last week, High School South's Isabella Cox advanced to the NJSIAA Sectionals this past weekend, where she was joined by teammate Paetyn Gelnaw.
  • Maya Bahr Named Halloween Painting Winner

    Nov. 4, 2024-- Three spooky painters have separated themselves from their incredibly talented peers. Maya Bahr (top left) was named first-place winner of High School South's downtown Halloween art contest.
  • South Football Wins Division

    A big day from running back Jake Henehan, a fake punt touchdown and some timely plays on defense helped Toms River South upset Central to win a division title and the Week 8 @jerseymikes Team of the Week award.
  • Kindness Town USA is at 55 Hyers Street

    This year, we're highlighting what our schools are doing toward our three primary district goals: attendance, kindness, and academic achievement. Today, it's the High School South Indians.
  • Costume Winners Announced at South

    Other winners included Tar Lundy for Most Original, and Caila Figlar, Nina Schubert, and Grace Bubaker for Cutest. Congratulations to the 2024 HSS Halloween costume kings and queens!
  • South Freshman Gymnast Floors It, Takes First at SC

    Oct. 30, 2024-- High School South freshman Isabella Cox competed at the Shore Conference championships Oct. 26, where she nailed her bar routine (right) to earn a 5th-place medal.
  • 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!"
  • 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.
  • You've Got Mail: Students Delivering New Structure to HSS Staff

    Oct. 21, 2024-- Students enrolled in the United Way-funded Project SPEAR classes at High School South have a reputation for utilizing their new skills to improve their school and community.
  • 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!
  • 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.
  • South Spectacular at TOB, Take First

    Oct. 14, 2024-- First is better than second, the High School South Marching Indians figured. One week after finishing in second place at the Music Under the Stars event, South took first at the Tournament of Bands Spectacular hosted at Jackson Liberty High School this past weekend.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • South Soccer Takes Shore B-South Crown

    Oct. 7, 2024-- A 6-1 win over New Egypt Oct. 3 secured the Shore Conference B-South division title for the High School South boys soccer team. In that game, Anthony Johnson scored twice while Caden Langan notched two assists.
  • South Band Takes Second at 'Music Under the Stars'

    Oct. 7, 2024-- Congratulations are in order for the Marching Indian Band, which took second place at the Music Under the Stars tournament at Southern Regional High School Oct.
  • South Alum Making Giant Broadcasting Strides at Montclair

    Sept. 24, 2024-- Two years ago, Tyler Kopin was entering his junior year at High School South following a once-in-a-lifetime experience at a media and journalism conference in Washington, DC.
  • 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.
  • Students Take Lead at HSS Back-to-School Night

    Sept. 13, 2024-- Yesterday was back-to-school night at High School South, and while that's an occasion for school parents and guardians to interact with staff and teachers, it was HSS students who took the lead on the evening.
  • New Year, New HSS Welcome-Back Video

    Sept. 6, 2024-- The tradition continues, with students at High School South producing their annual welcome-back video (right). This year's iteration is a nod to a famous musical, and features synchronized dancing, freestyle moves, and the introduction of the school's spirit leaders for 2024-2025.
  • 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.