Paramus High School
Built on Tradition
Cultivated Through Excellence
Paramus High School is a comprehensive high school serving approximately 1,240 students in the ninth through twelfth grades. A suburb of New York City, Paramus is located about eight miles west of Upper Manhattan in Bergen County, New Jersey.
We offer an impressive range of course offerings and programs mindfully selected to provide our students with every advantage available through the New Jersey public school system. We are committed to ensuring that PHS students have the education they need to succeed after graduation and the opportunity to enjoy the high school experience through participation in programs such as sports, music, and special interest clubs. We invite you to see why Paramus High School is an excellent choice for your education.
From the Principal’s Desk
Dear Parents and Guardians:
As the principal of Paramus High School (PHS), it remains an honor for me to send you this introductory letter as we approach the opening of another year-long journey that promises to reflect our rich tradition of student-centered success and excellence. As a family first community, we are prepared to usher the incoming freshman class into our community while simultaneously helping steer the entire student-body towards their future endeavors.
We sincerely believe that student wellness is the foundation for academic success. Therefore, our school goal remains focused on positively identifying the social and emotional needs of students and then weaving appropriate teaching strategies, assessments, and conversations into our practice. By creating these meaningful and sustainable relationships we anticipate a more dynamic experience for all students.
Technology wise, we continue to upgrade our capacity as a 1:1 Chromebook high school. Beginning immediately, all staff members at PHS (and the district) will be utilizing Gmail accounts only. As a reminder, every staff member’s email is their first initial plus their last name @paramusschools.org. This transition is consistent with our dedication to both Chromebooks and the Google platform for education.
As a district, we continue to "Go Green! " Therefore, we will continue to streamline all of our important information through the Genesis Parent Portal, email, and our district website. If you have not created a Genesis account, we ask that you sign up at your earliest convenience. If you have an account, please update your information in Genesis as soon as possible. Please note that as a district we are discontinuing the use of the Honeywell System for communication. In replacement, we will now be using School Messenger.
I continue to believe that as the adults in this community, we must strive to build that bridge between the school and the family each and every year. Together, we have to recognize our position as the ultimate role models for your sons and daughters. As a community we must celebrate their success, and when necessary, we will redirect them with dignity. As a father and a principal I understand the challenge that arises when we attempt to promote independence while at the same time maintaining oversight on our kids’ decisions and behaviors. Please stay connected with the educators at PHS. We are all advocates for student success and well-being. In collaboration, we can achieve anything!
Sincerely,
Raymond J. Kiem
Raymond J. Kiem, Principal
