News & Announcements
School Announcements
Climbing the Cathedral, World History Trip
The ENTIRE 9th grade got an extremely up close look at the innards and heights of the revival style cathedral, St. John the Divine, located in upper Manhattan. The largest of its style in the Americas, the cathedral blends a spectrum of design choices that span...
CONGRATULATIONS to Newly Accepted Students!
Welcome to HSAS! On Tuesday, March 24, at 5:00 PM, we are having an open house for students who have received an offer of admission. You may look at the details here. At the open house, we will share more information about our school. You will also have the...
African Roots, Culture & Rhythm Performance
Our students were invited to attend a performance on Thursday February 26th, right here on the Lehman College campus, of this renowned East African troupe who masterfully combine traditional culture, breathtaking athleticism, and electrifying entertainment. A generous...
The New York Historical Society Brings Their Collection to HSAS
The New York Historical Society is bringing its collection and its experts to the High School of American Studies this Spring. One time a month all 9th grade US History sections are taught by visiting presenter Ms. Morgan Haney. Ms. Haney brings in artifacts,...
Spanish Honor Society Makes a Difference at POTS
During the month of January, members of the Spanish Honor Society demonstrated their commitment to service by volunteering four times at the local food pantry, POTS (Part of the Solution). Spearheaded by Luna Martino, students and friends supported families in need by...
National Honor Society Meeting
As we return from our snow covered weekend we will be having our 1st National Honor Society meeting. This meeting is required for continued membership and it is not optional. Membership requirements and status will be clarified and NEW EVENTS and goals will be...
HSAS Students Represent at Bronx High School Fair
HSAS Students Represent at Lehman College and the Bronx High School Fair Last Saturday, Khara Borges, Kate Toranzo, and Aiden Castro proudly represented the High School of American Studies as volunteer panelists at the Enlace Program hosted by Lehman College. The...
Seniors in the Class of 2026, Share Their Wisdom
Dubbed "If I knew then what I know now", An esteemed panel of seniors shared their experiences with frosh students on Thursday afternoon. Amy Rodriguez, Angel Mota, Estelle Hannigan, Hana Qaiser, Javier Belnavis, Aidan Castro and Grace Mills shared advice, offered,...
Open House for Prospective Students
Find out EVERYTHING about attending HSAS! Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 5:30 PM In-person at the Lehman College Performing Arts Center No RSVP necessary. Parking is not available. Please click here for details.
First Day of School, September 4th
We can't wait to see you at 8 AM on Thursday, September 4! For further details, see this letter from Mr. Weiss.
Congratulations to Mr. Elinson
Our own Mr. Elinson, AP US History teacher extraordinaire, has been named the Big Apple District Champion for our high school superintendency. The Big Apple Awards recognize exemplary leadership both inside and outside the classroom. We extend...
Our Summer Hours
Time slows down at HSAS over the summer. All of our teachers and counselors are on vacation. Our school building is open Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 2 PM. If you need assistance or have a question, please feel free to call the school at (718) 329-2144 or to...
Athletics & Clubs
Baseball Rallies for Thrilling Playoff Victory!
The Senators showed incredible grit and determination on Tuesday afternoon, storming back with a huge late-inning rally to defeat Eleanor Roosevelt 5-3 in the opening round of the PSAL Playoffs! Trailing late in the game, the Senators exploded for 4 runs in the 5th...
Volleyball Club Gets NCAA Treatment
The HSAS Volleyball Club played in the Lehman College NCAA regulation Gym this week! The afternoon consisted of tournaments and free play. All students interested in participating in the once a week meet ups should join the club's Google Classroom page. See Mr....
Our School Newspaper KEEPS Making Common Sense
Our Spring Editions are rolling out! Accessible editions are also posted on our Newspaper Website In case you missed them, here is our Early Spring & Mid Spring editions, completed by members of the Journalism elective. Also, they continued the annual tradition of...
Senators Shine Bright at Bronx Borough Championships
The Senators delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Bronx Borough Outdoor Track & Field Championships, competing on a beautiful Mother’s Day morning at the iconic Icahn Stadium. More than 30 members of the HSAS Boys and Girls Track & Field teams...
Softball Senators Celebrate Senior Day with Dominant Victory
The Senators closed out the regular season in tremendous fashion, celebrating Senior Day with an emphatic 21-4 victory over Bathgate. It was a memorable afternoon filled with big performances, outstanding energy, and a fitting celebration for the team’s graduating...
Mark Your Calendars: Sports Award Night June 11th
The 22nd Annual HSAS PSAL Sports Award Night will take place on Thursday, June 11th at 5:00 PM in the Lovinger Theater on the campus of Lehman College. Join us for a spectacular evening as we celebrate and honor HSAS’s very best—the outstanding student-athletes of the...
Track & Field: Bronx Championships Set for May 10th
The best of American Studies Boys and Girls Track & Field are ready to shine as they take the stage at the iconic Icahn Stadium for the Bronx Borough Track & Field Championships on Sunday, May 10th. Competition kicks off bright and early at 8:00 AM, promising...
Tennis Clinches Playoff Spot in Thrilling Fashion
Once again, the Senators pulled out a classic 3-2 victory, this time to clinch a playoff spot in the top Tennis League in the PSAL, the Bronx/Manhattan 2A. Their comeback victory was their 3rd 3-2 thriller of the season. The Senators now await their playoff seed with...
HSAS Athletics Spring into May!
Baseball dominates Law and Government HS The HSAS Senators Baseball Team played just one game this week, but they made it count in emphatic fashion. The Senators hit the road and delivered a commanding 13–2 victory over Bronx HS of Law and Government. David Caswell...
Boys Tennis Sweeps Brooklyn Rivals in Back-to-Back Thrillers!
The High School of American Studies boys tennis team delivered an unforgettable week, earning dramatic victories over two tough Brooklyn opponents in a pair of nail-biting 3–2 matches! The excitement began with a challenging road trip to Bay Ridge to face Fort...
Softball Early Spring Updates!
The HSAS softball team is currently in a tie for 1st place in the division after earning back-to-back wins, including a 5–4 victory over Theatre Arts Production Company School and a 23–19 win over Fannie Lou Hamer. The team showed strong discipline at the plate along...
Athletics Soar Following Spring Break
Senators Back in Action after Spring Break Spring Break has wrapped up, and the Senators are wasting no time getting back into the swing of things! With momentum on their side, it’s shaping up to be an exciting and action-packed week across all teams. Baseball is off...