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Stuyvesant’s substitute teachers share how the substitute system works and their opinions and perspectives on the profession.
By Shana Tam
Stuyvesant’s substitute teachers share how the substitute system works and their opinions and perspectives on the profession.
Going on a Trip in Our Favorite Rocket Ship: Class Trips at Stuy
By Angel Huang, Grace Jung, Sumaiya Karim
Stuyvesant teachers and students reflect on meaningful school trips
A Literature Rollercoaster: The Bond Between English and Ms. Thoms
When a love for English and teaching clash, a passion is formed. From the very beginning of her desire towards English, Annie Thoms’s exceptional journey in her career significantly highlights her success.
Stuyvesant Lights Up: Diwali
Diwali and its diverse practices have made their way to Stuyvesant High School through Stuyvesant’s Diwali celebration on October 17, 2025, hosted by the Indian Culture Club, South Asian Youth Association, and Hindu Student Council. The atmosphere was defined by various aspects of Indian culture, including a presentation on Diwali, a henna and diya station, musical/dance performances, numerous Indian dishes, and a dance floor.
Extended Time Means Equity, Not Equality
How could extra time be fair? The reasoning for extended time lies in the real conditions people face in day-to-day life, and mine is anxiety. Art/Photo Request: abstract spirling
Ms. Uy and Ms. Maitner Reflect on Running The New York City Marathon
By Noa Salas Adam, William Chen
Two Stuyvesant staff members, Ms. Uy and Ms. Maitner, share what it was like to run the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon.
Behind the Scenes of Spirit Week
By Mary Kamela
An exploration of how Spirit Week at Stuyvesant brings students together in different ways, highlighting the variety of motivations, participation levels, and collaborative moments that shape the school community.
Unplugged and Unscripted: Ms. Mazzurco
English teacher Rosa Mazzurco discusses in an email interview her experience as a teacher, particularly during the rise of Artificial Intelligence.
In-class Writing: Helpful or Harmful to Students?
Are in-class essays anything but stressors? Stuyvesant’s community of students and faculty share what they have to voice.
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
By Fahmida Begum, Rano Safarova
New York State’s “bell-to-bell” phone ban, which took effect when school started in September, has been a topic of controversy among students and teachers alike.
Cats, Crafts, and Maths: Ms. Tormo
By Iman Nawaz
Art Appreciation and Drafting teacher Isabel Tormo shares the passions that fuel her life and delves into her many interests.
The G&T Program: Needed or Not?
Despite its controversial nature, this proposal is not new. The G&T program has been subject to criticism from parents and politicians alike since its inception. Since then, it has undergone various changes, but the inequalities that plague the program remain.
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
By Fahmida Begum, Rano Safarova
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
What Handwriting Means to Students in 2025
By Lily Wagman
As students increasingly rely on technology for note-taking and learning, handwriting is becoming scarcer. Is handwriting and the sense of individuality it brings to our academic pursuits worth the trouble?
A Six-Week Job That Lasted 23 Years: A Profile on Gary Rubinstein
An insight into the life of mathematics teacher Gary Rubinstein, exploring his time as a teacher, tutoring D1 athletes, and as a software engineer, to his fateful job interview on the eve of 9/11 that led him to teach at Stuyvesant.
Goodbye Old Homeroom, Hello New Homeroom
The new homeroom system at Stuyvesant—Administrative Distribution—results in less frequent meetings, little to no scheduled guided activities, and a rotation of homeroom teachers every term, shifting away from the old system. Let’s take a look at what the Stuyvesant community has to say about these changes.
Grading Music: The Music Department’s Path to Stricter Grading
By Shana Tam
A look into how Stuyvesant’s music department’s grading policies are getting stricter, and the philosophies behind the change.
Call me Ray, not Ping Pong: From a Chinese-Thai-American
My last name is 14 characters long, and I’ve always hated it due to the attention it brought and how it made me feel uncomfortable about what culture I wanted to identify with. Even though I still don’t like the name today, I’ve grown to appreciate my last name for its uniqueness and serving as a reminder of who I am.
AP Psychology: The Psychological Toll of the Test Crash
By Fahmida Begum, Ray Lattapongpisut, Shana Tam, Sumaiya Karim, William Chen
As the 2025 Digital AP Psychology exam was ready to start at approximately 12:00 p.m., students worldwide faced issues logging onto their computers. What went from a small inconvenience became a nearly two-hour-long wait, with students reporting varying experiences with the exam.
Safeguarding Student Voices
As a school community, we should push back against this trend and create space for genuine political conversations that do not punish honest disagreement.
A New Chapter: Stuyvesant Welcomes Its New Teachers of 2025
As the year begins, a diverse group of new teachers joins the Stuyvesant community.
Neither Myth Nor Fact: The American Dream from the Eyes of Students
By Annie Li
Highlighting what students think about the American Dream, and how the ideal has influenced their own lives and families.
Summarizing Summer 2025
After a year of hard work, students had the pleasure of taking 2 months off to explore their life beyond school walls—let’s see how they spent it!
APs at Stuy: How Students Use the Summer to Get Ahead
Read how Stuyvesant students prepare for their Advanced Placement classes, starting in the summer before the school year begins.
Airplane Mode: Initial Reactions to NYC Classrooms Going Device-Free
Losing phones in school means more than giving up a distraction—it means rethinking how to stay in touch, manage assignments, and navigate the day.
The Incoming Class of ‘29 – Hopes, Fears, and Expectations
Students from the incoming freshman class reflect on the upcoming start of high school and the changes that accompany it.
The Torchbearer for All Things NHD: Mr. Moore
APUSH and AP European History teacher Mordecai Moore reflects on his favorite NHD projects and his admiration for Ulysses S. Grant
What We Aren’t Taught: Mount Sinai’s SAVI Hosts Sexual Harassment Training at Stuyvesant
Speakers from Mount Sinai’s Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention Program (SAVI) visited Stuyvesant to help teach students about sexual assault prevention and support, and to reflect on what can be improved at school.
Interview by Interview: the Behind the Scenes of Big Sibs Selections
The Big Sib program is very popular amongst the student body due to its highly regarded reputation and its honorability. This April, pairs of Big Sib Chairs met up with hundreds of sophomore and junior applicants in Whole Foods for interviews. This article highlights the experiences of both the interviewees and interviewers.
The Impact Different Teachers Have on the AP Class Experience at Stuyvesant
By Alice Frank, Rahul Kissoon, Sonam Kanaujia, Yuhn Yan
An exploration into AP classes at Stuyvesant, and how different teachers affect a student’s learning experience.
AP-ocalypse: Surviving as a Freshman
Jumping into an AP class freshman year is like diving into the deep end—you can’t look back.
A Magical Moment in Time: My First Ever Experience in Dubai.
When my parents broke the news to me that we had a 12 hour layover in Dubai, I prepared myself for the worst wave of boredom that was to come. Little did I know that this 12 hour layover would turn into the best 12 hours of adventure in my life.
Memes and Misinformation: Students React to New York City’s 2025 Mayoral Election
Students react to the recent New York City mayoral election.
Call me Ray, not Ping Pong: From a Chinese-Thai-American
My last name is 14 characters long, and I’ve always hated it due to the attention it brought and how it made me feel uncomfortable about what culture I wanted to identify with. Even though I still don’t like the name today, I’ve grown to appreciate my last name for its uniqueness and serving as a reminder of who I am.
AP Psychology: The Psychological Toll of the Test Crash
By Fahmida Begum, Ray Lattapongpisut, Shana Tam, Sumaiya Karim, William Chen
As the 2025 Digital AP Psychology exam was ready to start at approximately 12:00 p.m., students worldwide faced issues logging onto their computers. What went from a small inconvenience became a nearly two-hour-long wait, with students reporting varying experiences with the exam.
The Torchbearer for All Things NHD: Mr. Moore
APUSH and AP European History teacher Mordecai Moore reflects on his favorite NHD projects and his admiration for Ulysses S. Grant
What We Aren’t Taught: Mount Sinai’s SAVI Hosts Sexual Harassment Training at Stuyvesant
Speakers from Mount Sinai’s Sexual Assault and Violence Prevention Program (SAVI) visited Stuyvesant to help teach students about sexual assault prevention and support, and to reflect on what can be improved at school.
Interview by Interview: the Behind the Scenes of Big Sibs Selections
The Big Sib program is very popular amongst the student body due to its highly regarded reputation and its honorability. This April, pairs of Big Sib Chairs met up with hundreds of sophomore and junior applicants in Whole Foods for interviews. This article highlights the experiences of both the interviewees and interviewers.
The Impact Different Teachers Have on the AP Class Experience at Stuyvesant
By Alice Frank, Rahul Kissoon, Sonam Kanaujia, Yuhn Yan
An exploration into AP classes at Stuyvesant, and how different teachers affect a student’s learning experience.
AP-ocalypse: Surviving as a Freshman
Jumping into an AP class freshman year is like diving into the deep end—you can’t look back.
Sparks Fly in STC’s Electrifying Take on Frankenstein
By Amelia Basith, William Chen
Behind the scenes of the STC’s winter drama—all the crews worked together.
A Magical Moment in Time: My First Ever Experience in Dubai.
When my parents broke the news to me that we had a 12 hour layover in Dubai, I prepared myself for the worst wave of boredom that was to come. Little did I know that this 12 hour layover would turn into the best 12 hours of adventure in my life.
A Missing Element: Reactions to the Reduction in AP Chemistry
Students and guidance counselors share their thoughts on the reduction of AP Chemistry classes.
Stories with Stuzin: Staying at Stuy
By Zobia Syed
An in-depth interview reveals how English teacher Lauren Stuzin feels about their job, their students, and the community at Stuy.
Big Sib, Little Sib
By William Chen
Reflections on older siblings graduating and how that affects the sibling they’re leaving behind.
Stuyvesant’s substitute teachers share how the substitute system works and their opinions and perspectives on the profession.
By Shana Tam
Stuyvesant’s substitute teachers share how the substitute system works and their opinions and perspectives on the profession.
What Handwriting Means to Students in 2025
By Lily Wagman
As students increasingly rely on technology for note-taking and learning, handwriting is becoming scarcer. Is handwriting and the sense of individuality it brings to our academic pursuits worth the trouble?
Going on a Trip in Our Favorite Rocket Ship: Class Trips at Stuy
By Angel Huang, Grace Jung, Sumaiya Karim
Stuyvesant teachers and students reflect on meaningful school trips
A Literature Rollercoaster: The Bond Between English and Ms. Thoms
When a love for English and teaching clash, a passion is formed. From the very beginning of her desire towards English, Annie Thoms’s exceptional journey in her career significantly highlights her success.
Stuyvesant Lights Up: Diwali
Diwali and its diverse practices have made their way to Stuyvesant High School through Stuyvesant’s Diwali celebration on October 17, 2025, hosted by the Indian Culture Club, South Asian Youth Association, and Hindu Student Council. The atmosphere was defined by various aspects of Indian culture, including a presentation on Diwali, a henna and diya station, musical/dance performances, numerous Indian dishes, and a dance floor.
Extended Time Means Equity, Not Equality
How could extra time be fair? The reasoning for extended time lies in the real conditions people face in day-to-day life, and mine is anxiety. Art/Photo Request: abstract spirling
Ms. Uy and Ms. Maitner Reflect on Running The New York City Marathon
By Noa Salas Adam, William Chen
Two Stuyvesant staff members, Ms. Uy and Ms. Maitner, share what it was like to run the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon.
Behind the Scenes of Spirit Week
By Mary Kamela
An exploration of how Spirit Week at Stuyvesant brings students together in different ways, highlighting the variety of motivations, participation levels, and collaborative moments that shape the school community.
Unplugged and Unscripted: Ms. Mazzurco
English teacher Rosa Mazzurco discusses in an email interview her experience as a teacher, particularly during the rise of Artificial Intelligence.
In-class Writing: Helpful or Harmful to Students?
Are in-class essays anything but stressors? Stuyvesant’s community of students and faculty share what they have to voice.
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
By Fahmida Begum, Rano Safarova
New York State’s “bell-to-bell” phone ban, which took effect when school started in September, has been a topic of controversy among students and teachers alike.
Cats, Crafts, and Maths: Ms. Tormo
By Iman Nawaz
Art Appreciation and Drafting teacher Isabel Tormo shares the passions that fuel her life and delves into her many interests.
The G&T Program: Needed or Not?
Despite its controversial nature, this proposal is not new. The G&T program has been subject to criticism from parents and politicians alike since its inception. Since then, it has undergone various changes, but the inequalities that plague the program remain.
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
By Fahmida Begum, Rano Safarova
Still in Airplane Mode: One Month Into NYC’s Phone Ban
In-class Writing: Helpful or Harmful to Students?
Are in-class essays anything but stressors? Stuyvesant’s community of students and faculty share what they have to voice.
Cats, Crafts, and Maths: Ms. Tormo
By Iman Nawaz
Art Appreciation and Drafting teacher Isabel Tormo shares the passions that fuel her life and delves into her many interests.
A Six-Week Job That Lasted 23 Years: A Profile on Gary Rubinstein
An insight into the life of mathematics teacher Gary Rubinstein, exploring his time as a teacher, tutoring D1 athletes, and as a software engineer, to his fateful job interview on the eve of 9/11 that led him to teach at Stuyvesant.
Goodbye Old Homeroom, Hello New Homeroom
The new homeroom system at Stuyvesant—Administrative Distribution—results in less frequent meetings, little to no scheduled guided activities, and a rotation of homeroom teachers every term, shifting away from the old system. Let’s take a look at what the Stuyvesant community has to say about these changes.
Grading Music: The Music Department’s Path to Stricter Grading
By Shana Tam
A look into how Stuyvesant’s music department’s grading policies are getting stricter, and the philosophies behind the change.
Safeguarding Student Voices
As a school community, we should push back against this trend and create space for genuine political conversations that do not punish honest disagreement.
A New Chapter: Stuyvesant Welcomes Its New Teachers of 2025
As the year begins, a diverse group of new teachers joins the Stuyvesant community.
Neither Myth Nor Fact: The American Dream from the Eyes of Students
By Annie Li
Highlighting what students think about the American Dream, and how the ideal has influenced their own lives and families.
Summarizing Summer 2025
After a year of hard work, students had the pleasure of taking 2 months off to explore their life beyond school walls—let’s see how they spent it!
APs at Stuy: How Students Use the Summer to Get Ahead
Read how Stuyvesant students prepare for their Advanced Placement classes, starting in the summer before the school year begins.
Airplane Mode: Initial Reactions to NYC Classrooms Going Device-Free
Losing phones in school means more than giving up a distraction—it means rethinking how to stay in touch, manage assignments, and navigate the day.