Information for Applicants & Students
About Our School
The year, 1838, Nathan Hedges opened the doors to a drafty, old building so that a motley group of boys would receive an education beyond primary school. By conducting the first high school program in the state, and the third to be established in the United States, Mr. Hedges unwittingly became a part of New Jersey history.
Originally labeled Newark High, the school’s name was later changed to Barringer High School.
Resources & Links
Notices & Alerts
Speech and Debate Spotlight
Barringer High School celebrates our Speech and Debate Accomplishments!!
Barringer Brings It And Achieves Excellence at the New York City Invitation Speech and Debate Tournament
Coach Michael Sowell and Barringer High School Speech and Debate team has continued its strong forensics tradition. Britney Deer and Toumaye Siripe took 1st and 2nd Place respectively in Original Oratory, while Sheekira King placed 3rd in Poetry and Prose and Edgar Medina earned 6th in Humorous Interpretation. Barringer also achieved 2nd Place Overall in the Sweepstakes Team Award, marking one of its best tournament performances to date.
Click here for more information about BHS Speech and Debate.
NBOE Parent HIB Presentation
Barringer promotes awareness and information for our parents, guardians, caregivers and supporters by providing NBOE Parent HIB Presentation.
Click here to see presentation.
High School Voter Registration
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-27, The High School Voter Registrations Law requires districts to provide eligible voters registration materials, a summary of voter registration eligibility requirements, materials describing the role of a citizen, and materials articulating the importance of voting to all eligible high school students.
CLICK HERE for more information.
PTSO Meeting
Barringer High School invites you to Our PTSO Meeting!!
All Barringer's Parents, Teachers, Staff, Caregivers & Supporters are invited to Our PTSO Meeting! Learn about upcoming exciting and engaging events! Make a positive, productive impact on Barringer High School community. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Barringer's High School
Click here to see flyer.
Alma Mater
So Our Alma Mater proud,
Famed in song and story
Hide between the sailing clouds,
Catch the sunset glory.
Barringer High, Our name, we raise,
Long may we grow and prosper.
Through the years,
We pledge thee praise,
Loyal to Our Barringer.
Newark's High School of the Past, Present and Future
Barringer High School appreciates our parents and guardians. Please complete the following link or QR Code to ensure a productive and smooth visit to our school. | Barringer High School aprecia a nuestros padres y guardianes. Complete el siguiente enlace o código QR para garantizar una visita productiva y fluida a nuestra escuela. |
Hispanic Heritage Celebration!
Barringer High School Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration!!
All are invited to Barringer's 2025 Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Our students bring to life the rhythms, stories and traditions that continue to shape and inspire through dance, music and visual arts! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
Doors Open at 4:30 pm
Show Begins at 5:00 pm
Location: Barringer's Auditorium
Admission is FREE!!
Click here to see flyer in English
Click here to see flyer in Spanish
Newark's High School of the Past, Present and Future
Spirit Week, October 20-24
Barringer celebrates Spirit Week!
Date: October 20-24
Let Your Blue Bear School Spirit Be Unleashed!
Click here to see flyer.
Alvin Ailey is at Barringer!
Alvin Ailey artists teach Barringer High School students West African drumming and dance!
Click here for more information.
One-On-One FAFSA Support
Homecoming Dance
Barringer's Homecoming Dance!
Get ready for the most electrifying night of the year!
Date: Friday, October 24th
Time: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Location: Cafe
Dress Code: Semi Formal
Click here for flyer and more information.
Our School in the News
Eighth Graders from Wilson Avenue School Raise $2,000 to Support Young Mothers in Newark
Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Engages District Students In Real Talk About Opioid Addiction
Barringer High School PTSO Meeting
Barringer’s Speech and Debate Champions-Oct. 2025
Newark Public Schools Students Win Five First-Place Awards at Prestigious New York City Invitational Speech & Debate Tournament
