Features
From Polls to Policy: Students Divided on Mamdani’s Educational Transition
By Cordelia Liem, Isla Broadbent
Students express their views on Zohran Mamdani’s policies for youth and education, including his lack thereof.
Grandparental Origins
I’ve had the privilege of knowing all four of my grandparents, and so much of who I am has been shaped by this, often in ways I only recently became aware of.
Record Low Turnout Marks First Freshman Caucus Election Under Phone Ban
By Tiffany Wang
With only 252 out of 827 freshmen voting in this year’s election, Stuyvesant recorded its lowest voter turnout as the phone ban and technical difficulties created unprecedented barriers to student participation.
Should School Be In Session On “Snow Days”?
Recently, everyone has to watch every step they take and make sure they haven’t submerged the cuffs of their pants into a slush of dirty, slippery snow. The warning of an impending snowstorm took almost all by surprise, and caused the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) to declare Monday, January 26, as a remote snow day. What do Stuyvesant students and staff have to say about that? Let's find out!
Outstanding O’Malley: The One and Only
By Zobia Syed
An in-depth interview with Dr. O’Malley, where he explains details about his career and personal interests.
The Introvert-Extrovert Spectrum at Stuy
Students reflect on what being an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert means, and how it impacts their experiences at Stuyvesant.
Bestselling Author Visits Stuyvesant
Qian Julie Wang, the bestselling author of the memoir Beautiful Country, visited English teacher Annie Thoms’s Freshman Composition classes. She shared about her writing process, the significance of her Chinese heritage, and more.
In His Element: Douglas Zhu
By Tiffany Wang
AP Chemistry teacher and alumnus Douglas Zhu reflects on his unexpected return to the classroom and his childhood.
Discovering Myself One Page at a Time
My reading ability has been one of my superpowers for as long as I can remember. It’s shaped me as a person and has deeply affected my outlook on life. No matter how simplistic reading might be, it truly does resonate with me.
The Four Letters I Keep Repeating
My four-letter name has never been long, yet somehow it’s always been too unfamiliar for the world to say without stumbling.
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’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.
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.
Finals on Regents Week: Is it the Best Option?
Students and faculty discuss the benefits of hosting finals on regents week. Art/Photo request: Student stressed about upcoming exams
Activism and Access: Toby Mamis and Stuyvesant’s Shift to Coeducation
By Anna Schaible, Iman Nawaz, Zobia Syed
A profile on the life of Toby Mamis, man who advocated to make Stuyvesant co-ed and later continued pursuing his goals in life, no matter the consequences.
Turning Pages, Shaping Voices: Ms. Manning
By William Chen
In an e-mail interview, Stuyvesant English teacher Kim Manning reflects on her experiences in the classroom and the moments that make teaching meaningful.
Where I Left My Bookmark and Where I Hope to Pick It Up
Growing up with a childhood filled with reading books has made me feel guilty for not being able to continue my level of reading as I got older, but now I’ve grown to realize that as long as I still have a love for reading, the amount I read at home is not what’s important.
Investigating ARISTA’s New Policies and Perspectives
Students reflect on their experiences and new policies in ARISTA, Stuyvesant’s honor society.
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?
Memes and Misinformation: Students React to New York City’s 2025 Mayoral Election
Students react to the recent New York City mayoral election.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
From Polls to Policy: Students Divided on Mamdani’s Educational Transition
By Cordelia Liem, Isla Broadbent
Students express their views on Zohran Mamdani’s policies for youth and education, including his lack thereof.
Finals on Regents Week: Is it the Best Option?
Students and faculty discuss the benefits of hosting finals on regents week. Art/Photo request: Student stressed about upcoming exams
Grandparental Origins
I’ve had the privilege of knowing all four of my grandparents, and so much of who I am has been shaped by this, often in ways I only recently became aware of.
Record Low Turnout Marks First Freshman Caucus Election Under Phone Ban
By Tiffany Wang
With only 252 out of 827 freshmen voting in this year’s election, Stuyvesant recorded its lowest voter turnout as the phone ban and technical difficulties created unprecedented barriers to student participation.
Should School Be In Session On “Snow Days”?
Recently, everyone has to watch every step they take and make sure they haven’t submerged the cuffs of their pants into a slush of dirty, slippery snow. The warning of an impending snowstorm took almost all by surprise, and caused the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) to declare Monday, January 26, as a remote snow day. What do Stuyvesant students and staff have to say about that? Let's find out!
Outstanding O’Malley: The One and Only
By Zobia Syed
An in-depth interview with Dr. O’Malley, where he explains details about his career and personal interests.
The Introvert-Extrovert Spectrum at Stuy
Students reflect on what being an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert means, and how it impacts their experiences at Stuyvesant.
Activism and Access: Toby Mamis and Stuyvesant’s Shift to Coeducation
By Anna Schaible, Iman Nawaz, Zobia Syed
A profile on the life of Toby Mamis, man who advocated to make Stuyvesant co-ed and later continued pursuing his goals in life, no matter the consequences.
Turning Pages, Shaping Voices: Ms. Manning
By William Chen
In an e-mail interview, Stuyvesant English teacher Kim Manning reflects on her experiences in the classroom and the moments that make teaching meaningful.
Where I Left My Bookmark and Where I Hope to Pick It Up
Growing up with a childhood filled with reading books has made me feel guilty for not being able to continue my level of reading as I got older, but now I’ve grown to realize that as long as I still have a love for reading, the amount I read at home is not what’s important.
Bestselling Author Visits Stuyvesant
Qian Julie Wang, the bestselling author of the memoir Beautiful Country, visited English teacher Annie Thoms’s Freshman Composition classes. She shared about her writing process, the significance of her Chinese heritage, and more.
In His Element: Douglas Zhu
By Tiffany Wang
AP Chemistry teacher and alumnus Douglas Zhu reflects on his unexpected return to the classroom and his childhood.
Investigating ARISTA’s New Policies and Perspectives
Students reflect on their experiences and new policies in ARISTA, Stuyvesant’s honor society.
Discovering Myself One Page at a Time
My reading ability has been one of my superpowers for as long as I can remember. It’s shaped me as a person and has deeply affected my outlook on life. No matter how simplistic reading might be, it truly does resonate with me.
The Four Letters I Keep Repeating
My four-letter name has never been long, yet somehow it’s always been too unfamiliar for the world to say without stumbling.
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’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?
Memes and Misinformation: Students React to New York City’s 2025 Mayoral Election
Students react to the recent New York City mayoral election.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.