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At Paramus High School, we make it our business to share all the good news and to keep you informed about all things PHS. If you need to know it, we will post it here.

PHS String Quartet Places 2nd at Quartet Fest!
Paramus High School String Quartet

The Paramus High School String Quartet clinched Second Prize at the American String Teachers Association, NJ Chapter, Quartet Fest 2024!

On March 18, 2024, the talented ensemble from Paramus High School, led by PHS Orchestra Director Mrs. Yoonhee Roberts, delivered a dazzling performance showcasing their dedication, precision, and artistic flair. The PHS String Quartet displayed not only individual talent but also true collaboration and teamwork creating such powerful music.

  • Violin I - Angela Kim ’27
  • Violin II - Sienna Tang ’26
  • Viola - Nicole Choo ’26
  • Cello - Daniel Chung ’25
PHS DECA Competes in Atlantic City
Forty-two students attending DECA competition

Forty-two students recently competed at the DECA State Career Development Conference in Atlantic City. The students, advised by Mr. Marc Jenkins, participated in role plays, written events, and formal business presentations. Eight students advanced to the next level of competition at the DECA International Career Development Competition! Big congratulations to:

  • Netra Mehta & Yahvi Shah: 1st Place Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making
  • Netra Mehta & Yahvi Shah: 2nd Place Franchise Business Plan
  • Sofia Lee & Kristianna Akroush: 2nd Place Startup Business Plan
  • Hana Weisinger: 4th Place Entrepreneurship Innovation Plan
  • Asad Gilani & Raj Modi: 7th Place Marketing Management Team Decision Making
  • Shyla Mirwani: 7th Place Personal Financial Literacy
  • Aiden Gershengoren: Top 12 Finalist Business Finance Series

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PHS Junior Accepted to NJAJE Reg. 1 Jazz Band
Gideon Chu

Congratulations to PHS junior, Gideon Chu ’25, who was accepted to the NJAJE Region 1 Jazz Band on drum set! Gideon is the first-ever PHS drummer to be accepted to the region jazz band.

PHS's 'Newsies' Makes Headlines

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Paramus High School’s Performing Arts Department proudly presented Disney’s 'Newsies' from March 14–16, 2024.

Audiences watched in awe and found out what happened when the Newsboy Union takes on the richest and most powerful kingmakers of New York. The cast and crew of PHS made headlines with four outstanding performances. Congratulations on another incredible PHS Performing Arts production!

Paramus High School’s Performing Arts Department presenting Disney’s 'Newsies' Cast of  Newsies on the stage Students on the stage performing a scene from Newsies
World Studies Students Visit the Met
Three world studies students at the Met

During a field trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC, Ms. Katty Lee’s World Studies students explored, learned, and connected their history lessons with works of art of the past. It was a wonderful experience for everyone!

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PHS Valedictorian Announced

Paramus High School is proud to announce that Ian Park is the 2024 PHS Valedictorian!

From left to right in the photo are Mr. Kiem, PHS Principal; Ian Park ’24; Mr. Gencarelli, PHS School Counselor; and Mr. Montuori, PHS Vice Principal, after informing Ian of this incredible accomplishment and lifetime achievement. Congratulations, Ian!

 Mr. Kiem, PHS Principal; Ian Park ’24; Mr. Gencarelli, PHS School Counselor; and Mr. Montuori, PHS Vice Principal, after informing Ian of this incredible accomplishment and lifetime achievement
PHS Wind Ensemble Performs at NJMEA Convention

The PHS Wind Ensemble put on an amazing performance for other music educators and college music students at the NJMEA convention in Atlantic City! It was an honor to be selected for this opportunity, and the PHS students made Paramus proud.

Paramus High School Athletes Sign to Colleges
Paramus High School student athletes signing day

On the afternoon of Wednesday, February 7 two Paramus High School senior athletes officially signed to their chosen colleges and universities. Huge congratulations to Daniel Elyash ’24 who will be wrestling at Davidson College (Division I) and Aidin Xheraj ’24 who will be playing football at Pace University (Division II).

The afternoon began with Mr. Derek England, Paramus High School director of athletics, welcoming families, friends, teammates, and coaches to the event. Thank you to the Paramus High School administrators, staff members, and students for attending the celebratory signing day, and congratulations to Paramus High School’s two outstanding senior athletes as they continue their journeys at the collegiate level!

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