News & Announcements
School Announcements
Earth and Space Science at HSAS
First, there was the earthquake! This was a new experience for most of us on the East Coast. And then, the eclipse...which, while lacking the drama and surprise of the temblor, nevertheless captured our attention. While some of our staff and students took the...
Presentation on Voting Rights and Civic Engagement
On Thursday, April 4, HSAS was visited by Diane Burrows, from the League of Women Voters, who spoke to students about the history of voting rights in the United States, current challenges to suffrage, and the ways in which young people can ensure that their voices are...
Mock Trial Team Advances to the Quarter Finals
HSAS's Mock Trial Team beat the Dwight School in the Sweet 16 round of competition before Second Circuit Court of Appeals judge, Myrna Perez. Pictured is the amazing defense team that scored the win. On April 7, the prosecution team will face off against Hunter...
Open House for Accepted Students
Congratulations to all of our newly admitted students! Ms. Fiore, our parent coordinator, recently emailed your parent or guardian an invitation to an open house that we are hosting for you. If you have any questions, please contact her at 718-329-2144 or by emailing...
HSAS Celebrates Black History Month
The members of our Black Student Union and some of the students in our AP African American Studies classes recently organized a teach-in to celebrate Black History Month. Students made presentations on topics such as the history of the Black Panther Party, Jamaican...
Debate Team Succeeds!
February’s Topic - Resolved: The United States federal government should ban single-use plastics. Congratulations to our Debaters: Despite the online format, I am thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of our debaters in this month's debate! Novice speakers...
Black History is American History
On February 1, the HSAS Black Student Union kicked off our celebration of Black History Month by distributing buttons to students and staff. The BSU is also planning our annual Black History Teach-In, during which members of the BSU conduct workshops and presentations...
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
Athletics & Clubs
Girls Basketball Secures Division Title
On Monday January 27th the Senators continued their streak of dominance winning against Comprehensive Model 57-23. Myla Choi passed the ball well with 3 assists and contributed 10 points. Naomi Redlener led the team with 4 assists and was a force on the boards,...
NHS Meeting Monday 2/3/25
Hello NHS scholars! We will have a NHS meeting on Monday the 3rd after school in room 128. See you all then!
Senators Win a Nail Bitter
On Tuesday, January 7th the Boys’ Basketball Team produced a spectacular performance, defeating Comprehensive Model Academy 39-37. Captain Zachary Brem set the tone for the game with 12 points and 9 rebounds. Moreover, Patrick Spencer was a sharpshooter from beyond...
Girl Hoopers Dominate!
On Friday, January 10th, the Girls’ Basketball team was victorious, facing off against Bronx Studio School, winning 47-24. The win kept them at the top of the Bronx 1A Division with a record of 8-1. Point guard Abigail Lin scored 8 points and dished out 3 assists....
Three Kings Day Toy Drive a Success!
The Three Kings Toy Drive, an annual event, was a great success this year. Generous donations from members of the Spanish Honor Society were collected and delivered to Ms. Melisa’s 3rd-grade class at PS 315 The Lab School. The students were thrilled to receive the...
National Honor Society General Meeting 1/6
NHS! As the college application process has started to ease up for our seniors, we can begin to meet monthly again! Our next required meeting is on Monday 1/6 in room 128 immediately after school. Our student leadership will discuss goals and an improved application...
Boys Basketball Senators Dominate
On Tuesday, November 29th, the Boys’ Basketball team produced a spectacular performance, defeating Comprehensive Model Academy 53-19. Captain Boubacar Diallo set the tone for the game with 12 points and 7 steals. Moreover, Junior Spiros Kapsokavadis was a sharpshooter...
Girls Basketball Shines in an Incredible Win at Home!
On Tuesday, November 29th, the Girls’ Basketball team dominated Marie Curie, winning 35-10. Freshmen point guard Abigail Lin showcased her scoring prowess, leading the team with 12 points. Additionally, Captain Ophelia Clark-Wade put up a double-double with 10 points...
Men’s XC Running Celebrates TOP TEN Performance!
The Men's XC team competed well in the elite invitation only XC City Championships on Saturday 11/9 at Van Cortlandt Park. With 16 SENIORS on roster, many of them four year athletes, they led our team to its fastest average time since the pandemic of 18:51 as a team...
Girl’s XC Team Competes in Elite PSAL Sweet 16!
Our Girl's XC Team competed in the PSAL's invitation only Sweet 16 at the City Championships on Saturday 11/9. Head Coach Iurato shares: "A perfect ending to great season. Each and every athlete ran a PR (personal Record)!" He concludes "what more could a coach ask...
Co-Ed Bowling Season 2024 Finale
Congratulations to the HSAS Co-Ed Bowling Team on an outstanding season, finishing 3rd in their division! Your hard work, teamwork, and dedication truly paid off. A special shoutout to Julia Fried for placing in the top 5 at the PSAL Bowling Individual Championship—an...
Bronx XC Championships Run Well!
The Cross Country teams performed exceptionally at the Bronx Championships on October 26th at Van Cortlandt Park. The Boys team was the 2nd fastest Varsity & JV team in the entire Bronx. Jack McCurry ran a 17:20 5k followed by strong performances from his...