Profile of a ramsey graduate
  • Excellence One Student at a Time Julia was this year’s NJSIAA female student-athlete honoree for Ramsey High School for her excellence in academics and athletics.
  • Future Plans: Will continue her academic career at Boston College. Although undecided in her major, she hopes to pursue studies in Business and Mathematics.

“As a student at Ramsey High School, not only have I developed the essential skills and strong academic foundation I need to succeed in any career path I decide to pursue, but I have also made long-lasting friendships and connections with people who have changed my life.

The incredible school spirit and strong sense of community are what makes Ramsey standout from other schools. These aspects of Ramsey have helped me learn confidence and leadership skills that will continue to help me in the future. "

  • Excellence One Student at a Time Luis was the 2023 recipient of the John J. and Helen M Durante and Family Charitable Trust Scholarship. This $4000 award goes to someone who is pursuing a career in the building industry. The application process is competitive, as you would guess based on the high value. Luis also won the Ralph Calvano Scholarship at RHS.
  • Future Plans: Has been accepted into Lincoln Tech where he will be studying to become an electrician.

“My experience in Ramsey has helped me by providing teachers that will help and listen to you when there is something that you need. Thanks to my teachers and my counselor I am more confident with the skills that I have acquired for my future career.

I would also like to personally thank Mrs. Jezequel and Mrs. Reganato for motivating me and for making me confident in my skills. This proves how the community in Ramsey is like one big family where everyone tries to help each other out.”

  • Accomplishments National Merit Commended Scholar, Debate Club President, Chorus Vice President, Editor of The Ram Newspaper, Member of the Ram Jams - International Championship of High School Acapella Finalist, NHS member
  • Future Plans: Nitya will continue her academic career at Duke University. She will continue her studies in the field of neuroscience.

“The Ramsey community has pushed me to become the person I am today while simultaneously helping me realize who I want to become in the future.

The relationships that I have built with my teachers and peers have enabled me to discover and explore new passions, ranging from science to singing, both of which I plan to pursue in college.

This experience has taught me the importance of open-mindedness and has therefore prepared me for a future of continuous exploration.”

Julia Taylor

Ramsey Graduate

Luis Barbosa

Ramsey Graduate

Nitya Chadha

Ramsey Graduate

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INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

EMPATHY

EMPATHY

Understand others’ views and needs with an open mind
ADAPTABILITY

ADAPTABILITY

Adapt to complicated challenges, persist when obstacles arise, and understand different views on a problem or solution

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

RESPONSIBILITY

RESPONSIBILITY

Make good choices that reflect integrity and accountable behavior in an effort to promote growth
ACADEMIC MINDSET

ACADEMIC MINDSET

Have a positive attitude and belief about themselves as a learner
SELF DIRECTION

SELF DIRECTION

Set goals, prioritize, and engage in independent and lifelong learning

THE 4C’S

CRITICAL THINKING

CRITICAL THINKING

Reason effectively using relevant information to make a judgment or solve a problem
COMMUNICATION

COMMUNICATION

Listen effectively and express ideas for a range of purposes and audiences
COLLABORATION

COLLABORATION

Work effectively with others towards achieving a common goal
CREATIVITY

CREATIVITY

Generate ideas, learn from mistakes, and elaborate and refine ideas to maximize value

CONTENT MASTERY

HUMANITIES

HUMANITIES

A baseline understanding of knowledge in Humanities, Wellness, The Arts, World Languages, and STEM and the ability to transfer that knowledge to other situations
Wellness

Wellness

A baseline understanding of knowledge in Humanities, Wellness, The Arts, World Languages, and STEM and the ability to transfer that knowledge to other situations
The Arts

The Arts

A baseline understanding of knowledge in Humanities, Wellness, The Arts, World Languages, and STEM and the ability to transfer that knowledge to other situations
World Languages

World Languages

A baseline understanding of knowledge in Humanities, Wellness, The Arts, World Languages, and STEM and the ability to transfer that knowledge to other situations
STEM

STEM

A baseline understanding of knowledge in Humanities, Wellness, The Arts, World Languages, and STEM and the ability to transfer that knowledge to other situations

PROFILE OF A RAMSEY GRADUATE

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