News & Announcements
School Announcements
Big Apple Teacher Awards Nominations Are Open
It’s a multi-step process that takes many months—and it all starts with you! Students, families, administrators, and community members can all nominate any public school teacher. We then initiate a rigorous selection process that includes multiple stakeholders across...
Speech & Debate Success!
Our HSAS Speech and Debate Team has achieved outstanding success at the recent competition on January 6! 🌟 I am thrilled to announce that our team not only swept the novice division but also secured top spots in the varsity division. This is a remarkable achievement...
New Opportunities Newsletter
Click here to see the latest Opportunities Newsletter and visit the Guidance & Counseling Page for more!
Homecoming Dance A Huge Success!
Student Government opened this year's Student Life experience with one of our school's most successful evening events ever. With nearly 150 of our students attending, all dressed to the nines in the Hollywood theme and out singing most of the tracks played by the...
The Opportunities Newsletter is Back!
Our school's Opportunity Newsletter is back. The links will continue to appear on our Guidance & Counseling page. Here is the link to the latest edition: Click Here
AP African American History Trip
HSAS is proud to be a pilot school for the College Board's new AP African American Studies course, taught by the amazing Ms. Waite Johnson. Our APAAS students recently visited the Met to view the new Roof Garden Commission by Lauren Halsey, along with Jacolby...
One of Our Own is Published
Congratulations to HSAS junior, Samantha Katz, whose short story "Shema" was recently published in a book entitled, Jewish Futures: Science Fiction from the World's Oldest Diaspora. A copy will be available in the student library in our lobby. Samantha has previously...
REMINDER- The Fall Annual Appeal is Underway!
Over the years, the Department of Education’s budget for HSAS has been radically reduced. With the 2023-2024 budget, we anticipate that the school will again rely exclusively on the PTA to pay for many items. Simply put, HSAS cannot operate successfully without your...
College Board AP Honor Roll
HSAS has earned a Platinum Award (the highest recognition) on the College Board's new 2023 Honor Roll. 100% of students took at least one AP Exam before graduation. 100% of students got a score of 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam before graduation. 84% of students...
Annual Open House for Prospective Students
Please join us to learn more about HSAS! Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 5:30 PM Lehman College Performing Arts Center Please click this link for additional information:...
Girls XC Aim High, First Meet on Sept. 19th
The 2023 Girls Cross Country Team looks to be one of the strongest in recent school history. Coach Dave Lurato has the girls working hard, hoping to once again be a top team in the Bronx and a top 10 program in the NYC. The team is led by Junior standouts Sally...
The Girl’s Tennis Team is Ready
The 2023 High School of American Studies girls' tennis team arrived early to prepare for the Season. "We started back on August 21 and had the chance to have ten very intense practices. These practices play a huge role in coming together as a team," said Head Coach...
Athletics & Clubs
Cross Country XC Running Has Begun
Today we continue a journey that began four years ago. With the reopening of our schools in NYC in 2021, we began to rebuild our inclusive and competitive program. With annual membership ranging from 22 to 74 participants, our sport uniquely allows for everyone who...
Softball Takes Home the NYC PSAL Title
On Saturday, June 8th the Senators captured the NYC PSAL Championship by defeating YWLS- Astoria by the score of 21-7. It was a complete team effort with each player contributing to the team's victory. The Senators jumped out to an early 6-nothing lead and never...
Senators Softball Advances to NYC Championship!
With a thrilling win in the Semi Finals over local rival RKA by a score of 9-8, the Senators advanced to the NYC 1A Championship game against YWLS Astoria. The game will take place at Red Storm Field on the campus of St John's University, Saturday June 8th at 1:00PM. ...
The GSA Celebrates Pride Month at HSAS
The GSA celebrates Pride Month. Reach out to the Club for more info.
Boys Tennis at the CITY CHAMPIONSHIPS!
The boys' tennis season ended in heartbreaking fashion with a close 3-2 loss to Leon Goldstein High School. The City Championship match occurred at Queens College. The arena had a fantastic, high-energy feel, and intensity and tension filled the air. “This entire...
Softball Rolls into the Semi-Finals on June 5th
The HSAS Softball team kept their winning streak alive and advanced to the NYC 1A Semifinals with a 13-3 victory over Baruch College HS in the quarterfinals. Julia Fried pitched a complete game for the Senators, giving up only two hits and striking out nine. Avery...
Softball Wins on Senior Day, Takes Home League Title, Marches Through Playoffs!
The Senators began their Friday last week honoring five Seniors; Belen Bankert, Nora Demak, Nathalia Dominguez, Leo Rowe and Jordyn Sickle and then proceeded to blast local rival Marie Curie by a score of 13-2. The Senators scored early and often going out a big lead...
Boys Tennis Wins Bronx “A” League Title, City-Wide Playoffs Await
With their two victories this past week over Truman HS and DeWitt Clinton High School, the Senators finished their regular season a perfect 10-0 and claimed the Bronx “A” League Championship. The Senators await their seed for the City-Wide playoffs, which will begin...
Track and Field Teams Compete in Bronx Championships
The Boys and Girls Track and Field Teams spent their Mother’s Day at Legendary Icahn Stadium, home of the Bronx Borough Track and Field championships. Both teams were well represented. Highlights on the girl's side included Sally Roth finishing 2nd in the 2000-meter...
Senators Softball Scores Back-to-Back Victories!
In a thrilling showdown against Marie Curie last Wednesday, May 1st, the Senators Softball Team demonstrated resilience and skill, securing a hard-fought victory with a final score of 14-12. Despite facing a formidable opponent, the Senators showcased versatility,...
Softball Beats Rival RKA
On Tuesday, April 16th, the softball team secured a thrilling victory against RKA in an incredibly close game, ending with a score of 12-11. It was a collective effort, with all-around players contributing to the win. Leo Rowe showcased her talent by bringing in two...
Senators Tennis Wins Battle of Undefeated
The undefeated Senators, led by Coach Bitterman, showcased their prowess on the tennis court in a thrilling match against Environmental Studies this past Thursday, April 18th. Despite facing an undefeated opponent, our tennis team emerged victorious with a score of...