News & Announcements
School Announcements
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...
The First Day of School 9/7/23
We can't wait to welcome you to the 2023-2024 school year! School starts for all students on Thursday, September 7, at 8:05 AM. Dismissal is at 2:20 PM. Upon arrival to school, please look at the posters in the lobby. Next to your name, you will find the room number...
It is Possible to Love History AND Science
Congratulations to the students from HSAS who successfully designed and conducted independent research projects this summer at the Stanley Manne Institute, which is a new, state-of-the-art lab science facility on the campus of Bronx Science. Our students worked...
Extra Curricular Activities: UPDATES
Our Website recently updated our Student Life pages, listing current TEAMS and CLUBS. Check them out!
Autumn Athletics Begin 8/21, MONDAY!
NYC Public School Teams begin their Autumn seasons on Monday 8/21! Incoming students and current students are invited to reach out to the Head Coaches TODAY. Girls' Tennis - Coach Schulman steven.schulman@lehman.cuny.edu Boys' Running, XC - Coach Elinson ...
19th Annual Athletics Dept. Awards Night A Success!
Our first Athletics Awards Night since the pandemic was an amazing event! Our Athletic Director, Mr. Schulman, has reignited our school's athletic program and premiered our first Athletic Dept. Video since 2020. Those who missed the event may watch the video...
Our Baseball Team is in the City Championships
The American Studies' Baseball Program will play for the Single "A" Division City Championships! Click here to see details and feel fee to LIVE STREAM the game here.
JUNE 9 – REMOTE INSTRUCTION
All students will have a fall day of virtual classes on Friday, June 9. Students will receive an email with additional information. If you were scheduled to take a final exam on June 9, please check the exam schedule for further information.
Our Accepted Student Orientation is POSTPONED
Mayor Adams has announced that schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, June 8, 2023. As a result, we must postpone our orientation for new students and parents. Please do not come to HSAS tomorrow. We look forward to meeting you soon...but, at the moment, we don't know when!...
The Annual Sports Banquet Returns Monday June 12th!
It has been an amazing 2022-23 season, so many of our teams have excelled, things are getting back to normal and it's important we celebrate our victories as an athletic family. All students who ACTIVELY participated on a team this year are invited! Our coaches are...
NY State Senator John Liu Visits HSAS to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
The members of HSAS's Asian Student Union invited Senator John Liu to visit HSAS after school on May 25, in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The senator spoke about the importance of studying Asian American history as a means of addressing...
Athletics & Clubs
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...
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...
Mock Trial Team Advances to the Sweet Sixteen Citywide
On Thursday night, 3/7, the Mock Trial Team advanced to the Sweet Sixteen round of the city-wide competition, and are competing next on Wednesday, March 13th against the Dwight School at the Thurgood Marshall Federal Courthouse in lower Manhattan. Seated in the...
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...