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Over 20 Halloween Challenges (IMPOSSIBLE)
The Humor Department’s best advice to a spooky and funny Halloween… (ghost sounds)
Stuyvesant Celebrates Diwali
By Aanya Baid, Dilasha Rawal, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant hosted a Diwali event for students, staff and families on October 17
Stuyvesant Hosts Second Annual Careers & Future Pathways Fair
By Keya Warikoo, Krish Kalantry, Mufei Yu
The Stuyvesant High School Alumni Association, in conjunction with the Parents’ Association, organized and hosted a career fair for all Stuyvesant students on October 17, featuring over 100 guest speakers from a myriad of backgrounds.
Stuyvesant Students Win Honors in 2025 International Astronomy and Astrophysics
By Brian Lin, Ken Wakida, Lucia Fajardo, Zoe Lee
Seniors Sophie Zhao, Jackson Hayes, and Emery Yin won honors at the final round of the 2025 International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition
The Price Point
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan and News writer Amrit Das, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Big Sibs Welcome Freshmen at New Cafeteria Table
By Brian Lin, Dilasha Rawal, Farheen Rahman, Ken Wakida
Starting this year, the Big Sibs have created a new program where little sibs will be able to have lunch with their Big Sibs at a designated table in the cafeteria.
Stuyvesant’s Speech and Debate Team Competes at the 2025 Yale Invitational
By Anchine Liu, Ilora Bhattacharyya, Lyla Storm, Mufei Yu
Stuyvesant’s Speech and Debate Team took home several wins and enjoyed a weekend of competing at their first tournament of the season, the 2025 Yale Invitational.
The iPad Kid Epidemic
What started as an internet meme, the ‘iPad kid’ may actually point to a hidden disease that affects almost all of us.
Oriya Ness Berlin Tells Her Survival Story At Jewish Student Union Event
By Amy Mitchneck, Lucia Fajardo, Zoe Lee
The Jewish Student Union hosted guest speaker Oriya Ness Berlin, who survived the October 7 attacks, to give her testimony.
The Kid Who Put It on God
A brainrotted kid lies to all his friends, what happens next will shock you.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Meet the 2025-2026 ARISTA Executive Council
The new ARISTA executive board—President Joanne Hwang, Vice President of Events and Service Elizabeth Chao, Vice President of Operations Veronika Gulko, and Vice President of Web Development Rohan Sen—aims to strengthen communication, accessibility, and student engagement while continuing ARISTA’s legacy of service.
StuyPulse Finishes Fourth at the Indiana Robotics Invitational
By Dilasha Rawal, Lucia Fajardo, Mufei Yu
StuyPulse competed at the Indiana Robotics Invitational, ranking fourth out of fifty-nine teams.
Make Immigrants Welcome Again
[I]mmigrants build our country and continue to grow our economy and our nation.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Stuyvesant Administration Renames Homeroom as Administrative Distribution Periods
By Brian Lin, Gavin Cheng, Lyla Storm
Stuyvesant removes homeroom periods for the new school year, shifting from social bonding activities to occasional administrative tasks.
Principal Seung Yu and Assistant Principals Carry Out A.P. Brian Moran’s Duties
This is a developing story. The Spectator remains committed to further reporting on this issue.
Stuyvesant Enacts New DOE Device Ban for The School Year
By Amy Mitchneck, Myles Vuong, Nathaniel Lasher
Stuyvesant High School implements a new, DOE-mandated ban on personal internet-enabled devices throughout the school day by giving students school-issued, velcro pouches for cellphones and smartwatches.
Defeating Deep Fakes
As the use of artificial intelligence technology to develop non-consensual deepfake content spirals out of control, the need for effective legislation has become more apparent than ever.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Stuyvesant’s Journey to Science Olympiad Nationals
By Aanya Baid, Amy Mitchneck, Dilasha Rawal, Jennifer Zheng
Stuyvesant’s Science Olympiad team made history this season by qualifying for Nationals for the first time, showcasing their teamwork and perseverance.
Stuyvesant Participatory Budgeting Results in New Lounge Chairs
By Anna Zheng, Ken Wakida, Mufei Yu, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant students were able to vote to implement one of five proposals with the school’s $3,500 participatory budgeting funds—in the end, new lounge chairs for the library received the most votes.
Timeline Regarding Antisemitic Graffiti Found in Boys’ Bathroom
On the evening of Friday, May 23, several emails were sent out regarding destruction of property and anti-Semitic graffiti in the boys’ bathrooms.
Stuyvesant Students Taking Japanese Celebrate Japandemonium
By Ilora Bhattacharyya, Ken Wakida, Keya Warikoo, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant’s World Languages department hosted its annual Japandemonium on May 24.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Cayla Chew and Johanna Li Elected Student Union President and Vice President for the 2025-2026 School Year
By Amy Mitchneck, Ken Wakida, Krish Kalantry, Nathaniel Lasher
“We’re really excited for our term, and we’ll try to make this term one of the best” —SU VP (for 25-26) Johanna Li
Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs Host Big Sib-Little Sib Dance
By Amrit Das, Gavin Cheng, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs hosted the annual Big Sib-Little Sib dance with many activities for the freshman to enjoy.
Om Jah Vänder Mig. Kommer Jag Se Dig?: Weatherday Returns
Weatherday’s sophomoric release, Hornet Disaster, is a triumph of buzz and noise.
Stuyvesant Muslim Student Association Secures Third Consecutive Win at MIST
By Ilora Bhattacharyya, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant’s MSA achieved a historic third-consecutive victory at the Muslim Interscholastic Tournament.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Caliper Hosts An Open Mic At The Poets House
By Jayden Kim, Joanne Hwang, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant’s literary magazine, Caliper, hosted their Open Mic event at the NYC Poets House on April 17.
New Phone Ban Engages Students Despite Challenges
By Amy Mitchneck, Nathaniel Lasher
Stuyvesant students adjust to the new internet-enabled device ban, voicing both challenges and benefits.
Defeating Deep Fakes
As the use of artificial intelligence technology to develop non-consensual deepfake content spirals out of control, the need for effective legislation has become more apparent than ever.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Stuyvesant’s Journey to Science Olympiad Nationals
By Aanya Baid, Amy Mitchneck, Dilasha Rawal, Jennifer Zheng
Stuyvesant’s Science Olympiad team made history this season by qualifying for Nationals for the first time, showcasing their teamwork and perseverance.
Stuyvesant Participatory Budgeting Results in New Lounge Chairs
By Anna Zheng, Ken Wakida, Mufei Yu, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant students were able to vote to implement one of five proposals with the school’s $3,500 participatory budgeting funds—in the end, new lounge chairs for the library received the most votes.
Timeline Regarding Antisemitic Graffiti Found in Boys’ Bathroom
On the evening of Friday, May 23, several emails were sent out regarding destruction of property and anti-Semitic graffiti in the boys’ bathrooms.
Stuyvesant Students Taking Japanese Celebrate Japandemonium
By Ilora Bhattacharyya, Ken Wakida, Keya Warikoo, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant’s World Languages department hosted its annual Japandemonium on May 24.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Cayla Chew and Johanna Li Elected Student Union President and Vice President for the 2025-2026 School Year
By Amy Mitchneck, Ken Wakida, Krish Kalantry, Nathaniel Lasher
“We’re really excited for our term, and we’ll try to make this term one of the best” —SU VP (for 25-26) Johanna Li
Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs Host Big Sib-Little Sib Dance
By Amrit Das, Gavin Cheng, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant Big Sib Chairs hosted the annual Big Sib-Little Sib dance with many activities for the freshman to enjoy.
Om Jah Vänder Mig. Kommer Jag Se Dig?: Weatherday Returns
Weatherday’s sophomoric release, Hornet Disaster, is a triumph of buzz and noise.
Stuyvesant Muslim Student Association Secures Third Consecutive Win at MIST
By Ilora Bhattacharyya, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant’s MSA achieved a historic third-consecutive victory at the Muslim Interscholastic Tournament.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Caliper Hosts An Open Mic At The Poets House
By Jayden Kim, Joanne Hwang, Rahul Kissoon
Stuyvesant’s literary magazine, Caliper, hosted their Open Mic event at the NYC Poets House on April 17.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Terry’s - Beloved Deli of Stuyvesant Community Closes
Terry’s closed on February 21, 2025, after 25 years of service and a few months of uncertainty by posting a letter on their window.
Over 20 Halloween Challenges (IMPOSSIBLE)
The Humor Department’s best advice to a spooky and funny Halloween… (ghost sounds)
Stuyvesant Celebrates Diwali
By Aanya Baid, Dilasha Rawal, Lucia Fajardo
Stuyvesant hosted a Diwali event for students, staff and families on October 17
Stuyvesant Hosts Second Annual Careers & Future Pathways Fair
By Keya Warikoo, Krish Kalantry, Mufei Yu
The Stuyvesant High School Alumni Association, in conjunction with the Parents’ Association, organized and hosted a career fair for all Stuyvesant students on October 17, featuring over 100 guest speakers from a myriad of backgrounds.
Stuyvesant Students Win Honors in 2025 International Astronomy and Astrophysics
By Brian Lin, Ken Wakida, Lucia Fajardo, Zoe Lee
Seniors Sophie Zhao, Jackson Hayes, and Emery Yin won honors at the final round of the 2025 International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition
The Price Point
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan and News writer Amrit Das, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Big Sibs Welcome Freshmen at New Cafeteria Table
By Brian Lin, Dilasha Rawal, Farheen Rahman, Ken Wakida
Starting this year, the Big Sibs have created a new program where little sibs will be able to have lunch with their Big Sibs at a designated table in the cafeteria.
Stuyvesant’s Speech and Debate Team Competes at the 2025 Yale Invitational
By Anchine Liu, Ilora Bhattacharyya, Lyla Storm, Mufei Yu
Stuyvesant’s Speech and Debate Team took home several wins and enjoyed a weekend of competing at their first tournament of the season, the 2025 Yale Invitational.
The iPad Kid Epidemic
What started as an internet meme, the ‘iPad kid’ may actually point to a hidden disease that affects almost all of us.
Oriya Ness Berlin Tells Her Survival Story At Jewish Student Union Event
By Amy Mitchneck, Lucia Fajardo, Zoe Lee
The Jewish Student Union hosted guest speaker Oriya Ness Berlin, who survived the October 7 attacks, to give her testimony.
The Kid Who Put It on God
A brainrotted kid lies to all his friends, what happens next will shock you.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Meet the 2025-2026 ARISTA Executive Council
The new ARISTA executive board—President Joanne Hwang, Vice President of Events and Service Elizabeth Chao, Vice President of Operations Veronika Gulko, and Vice President of Web Development Rohan Sen—aims to strengthen communication, accessibility, and student engagement while continuing ARISTA’s legacy of service.
StuyPulse Finishes Fourth at the Indiana Robotics Invitational
By Dilasha Rawal, Lucia Fajardo, Mufei Yu
StuyPulse competed at the Indiana Robotics Invitational, ranking fourth out of fifty-nine teams.
Make Immigrants Welcome Again
[I]mmigrants build our country and continue to grow our economy and our nation.
The Price Point
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Stuyvesant Administration Renames Homeroom as Administrative Distribution Periods
By Brian Lin, Gavin Cheng, Lyla Storm
Stuyvesant removes homeroom periods for the new school year, shifting from social bonding activities to occasional administrative tasks.
The Price Point Vol. 116, Issue 1
By Brendan Tan
The Price Point is a series written by News Editor Brendan Tan covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.
Principal Seung Yu and Assistant Principals Carry Out A.P. Brian Moran’s Duties
This is a developing story. The Spectator remains committed to further reporting on this issue.
Stuyvesant Enacts New DOE Device Ban for The School Year
By Amy Mitchneck, Myles Vuong, Nathaniel Lasher
Stuyvesant High School implements a new, DOE-mandated ban on personal internet-enabled devices throughout the school day by giving students school-issued, velcro pouches for cellphones and smartwatches.