Science Park, Technology High Schools In Newark Earn District's Praise

Newark NJ

06 May, 2022

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NEWARK, NJ — A pair of magnet schools in Newark recently earned praise from district administrators for repeatedly landing atop U.S. News & World Report's annual "Best High Schools" list. U.S. News and World Report released its latest list of "Best High Schools" in the nation last week, which included rankings for hundreds of schools in New Jersey – including Newark. Read More: Several Newark Schools Rate High On U.S. News 'Best High School' List The city's two highest-ranking schools were: Science Park High School - 27th in New JerseyTechnology High School - 38th in New Jersey The principals at both schools credited staff – and students – for the repeated top showings on the list. "Our rigorous curriculum is punctuated by college-level coursework driven by interdisciplinary study, research, ethical leadership, global perspective and service," Science Park High School principal Kcyied Zahir said. "We are proud of what our staff and students have accomplished," Zahir said. Edwin Reyes, principal at Technology High School, said the recognition is evidence of what can happen when a school has dedicated students and staff. "We develop global leaders by providing them with the tools to succeed in a world driven by technology," Reyes said. Superintendent Roger León congratulated both schools on the accomplishment. "This is an incredible honor and I congratulate the students and their families, and the administrators and teachers at each school for their dedication and hard work, especially during a pandemic," León said. "We look forward to seeing more of our schools on The Best High Schools in America list." Newark Board of Education President Dawn Haynes echoed the superintendent's sentiment. "I am excited and proud that two of our high schools received this honor," Haynes said. "They set the bar high and we are confident that more will be added in the future." Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected] Sign up for Patch email newsletters. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Don't forget to visit the Patch Newark Facebook page.