Features
AP Exam Leaks Drip Into Stuyvesant
AP exam leaks are flooding social media and making their way into Stuyvesant in the process.
A Reflection on AP Culture at Stuyvesant
By Noa Salas, Rahul Kissoon, Yuhn Yan
A look at AP culture in Stuyvesant.
Braving the Beast: A Look Into College Letters of Recommendation
It's important for juniors to know what goes into a rec letter, and who it's best to ask for one from.
Learn Self-Defense At No Expense!
By Adeline Sauberli, Eleanor Aranda, Mark Ionis
Three free self-defense classes, taught by Gabrielle Rubin, were offered to seniors this spring. These classes helped students learn important defense skills that can aid them in college and beyond.
From Mundane to Mindful: Reinventing Homeroom Engagement
By Ankita Saha
Students share their thoughts and opinions on homeroom activities.
Medz Yeghern: Never Again
Reflecting on the pride, loss, and complicated guilt of April 24 as an Armenian-American.
Special Schedules: A Look Into Stuyvesant’s SAT Days
By Dayeon Won, Eleanor Aranda, Sophia He
During Stuyvesant’s annual SAT days, all students must go through eight minute class periods, and many wonder about the purpose of a shortened schedule.
Phone a Friend: What’s the Limit?
Stuyvesant’s rigor gets to the best of most students; however, does this justify the depths students reach to achieve their desired success? What are the positives, negatives, and limitations of friends lending a hand academically?
A Look Behind the Curtains: The Crews Behind SING!
A look into the dedication and work of SING! crews behind the scenes.
Let’s Bake The World a Butter Place: Gender Roles and Minutes Gifts
By Dalia Levanon, Olivia Woo, Shana Tam
A deep dive into the pros and cons of minutes, as well as the emerging pattern of gender roles in minutes gifts.
Munch on the School Lunch! Stuyppreciates #2
Though school lunch is often regarded as unappetizing, its benefits are tremendous. The work that goes into creating school lunch should be appreciated.
Lingo Logic: Why Students Pick Their Foreign Language
Students discuss why they decided to take their foreign language of choice.
Conquering the SAT Stress: and Students’ Experiences with the SAT
By Ayesha Talukder, Mark Ionis
Students share their experiences and stresses with the SAT.
The Award of a Lifetime
Through a holistic, albeit rigorous application process and generous financial aid, the Questbridge and Posse Scholarships ultimately provide a huge opportunity for students to pursue their passions beyond high school.
How To Ask About College: A Tutorial
By Leah Riegel
It’s May. College acceptances are out, and everyone is itching to know where their friends, acquaintances, and even people they have never met before, are going. But then the awkward moment comes: how to ask? The constant questioning can be a lot to graduating seniors, so they have suggested their own guidelines for curious onlookers.
Savory Noodles, Delusional Frogs, and Familial Dreams: A Reflection on the First-Gen
By Annie Li
A lesson on finding self and family as a first-gen child, told through stories of my memories, and reflections on them.
Familial Waterfalls From My Palms!
By Grace Jung
How my sweaty palms caused me my biggest adversities but also strengthened my relationship with my father and shaped me into the person I am today.
Redefining Beauty Through the Hijab
A look into the experience of a young hijabi and how her hijab alters her concept of beauty.
Can We Take This Outside?—A Deep Dive Into Class Trips at Stuyvesant The Spectator / Features / Issue 13
By Adeline Sauberli, Mark Ionis
We are grateful to have opportunities to take electives in a wide range of subjects and look into the frequency of class trips and what they bring to learning.
Ramadan Reflections: The Balancing Act
By Hifza Kaleem
The tragedies and catastrophes unfolding across the globe this Ramadan have caused me to reflect on my own experiences and actions.
A Library for Everyone: The Reopening of the Poets House
By Ada Gordon, Adeline Sauberli, Eleanor Aranda
With all the intensive repairs that went into making Poets House accessible again, students are slowly beginning to see for themselves what Poets House has to offer.
Behind Ms. Maggio: The Woman, The Myth, The Legend
By Leah Riegel, Mark Ionis, Rhea Malhotra
A profile of Ms. Maggio and how her many passions shape the experiences she provides her students.
The Early Bird Gets No Worm—A Case For Opening the Stuyvesant Doors Before 7:30
Some students are forced to arrive before school doors open, but staff need time to get set up before they can let them in.
What’s Up With Stuy’s Competitive Culture?
Most students at Stuyvesant compare their grades and GPAs, but though this can stimulate friendly competition, it can also have negative effects.
New York’s Invisible “Ecological Engineers”
On November 15, English teacher Annie Thoms’s Writing to Make Change classes visited Stuyvesant alumnus and artist Siyan Wong’s 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘯: 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 exhibit at Gallery 456 to learn about the exhibit’s goal of humanizing impoverished people.
James Creegan: A Beloved Substitute and Singer
By Grace Jung, Leah Riegel, Rachel Uh
The student body had incredible, unforgettable experiences with Mr. Creegan, a singing substitute. To commemorate his passing, here is what the students have to say.
Planning for a Better Year: Resolutions for the Stuyvesant Administration and Students
The resolutions that students hope the administration will implement in the coming year, as well as their own plans to improve the Stuyvesant community.
Sick of School, Sick at School
By Andrew Oh
How students navigate the dilemma of being sick during the academic year.
Feminism at Stuyvesant
By Vanessa Chen
Stuyvesant was a male-only institution for longer than it has been co-educational. How have the gendered restrictions of its past extended to current student culture?
Rehearsing After Hours: An Analysis of Mandatory Afterschool Music Rehearsals
By Mark Ionis
An examination of the afterschool chorus and band rehearsals that students are required to attend outside of normal class hours.
Musical Chairs: Understanding Limited Library Seating
By Ada Gordon, Adeline Sauberli, Ankita Saha, Shana Tam
The library is a space many students prefer for studying because of its quiet atmosphere and ample resources. But because of its popularity, it gets filled up quickly.
Does Subtracting Students Add Educational Value?
By Caleb Lee, Dayeon Won, Rhea Malhotra
Stuyvesant classes will soon be limited to 25 students each, affecting everything from elective availability to competition among students.
Does Subtracting Students Add Educational Value?
By Caleb Lee, Dayeon Won, Rhea Malhotra
Stuyvesant classes will soon be limited to 25 students each, affecting everything from elective availability to competition among students.
James Dillon on Years of Coding and Becoming Chair of Programming
By Seth Fenton
Meet James Dillon, a Stuyvesant computer science teacher who was recently named Programming Chair.
Dr. Markova: How Her Passion for P.E. Led Her From a PhD to the Paralympics
A profile on Dr. Markova, a physical education teacher here at Stuyvesant.
In-Class Arts and Drama This Spring: The Stories on Stage and Mixed Media Electives
Two new electives, Stories on Stage and Mixed Media, will be offered at Stuyvesant this spring, giving students a chance to explore their creative side.
Slamming the Mic: Madeline Hutchinson On Being an NYC and NYS Youth Poet Laureate Finalist
A profile of New York City and New York State Youth Poet Laureate finalist Madeline Hutchinson and her experiences during the program.
Bearing Polar Bear
By Ayesha Talukder, Cathleen Xi, Sophie Zhou
Some Stuyvesant sophomores were programmed for Polar Bear—a physically demanding physical education elective that involves running outdoors in a variety of weather conditions—without ever ranking it during course selections.
How To Ask About College: A Tutorial
By Leah Riegel
It’s May. College acceptances are out, and everyone is itching to know where their friends, acquaintances, and even people they have never met before, are going. But then the awkward moment comes: how to ask? The constant questioning can be a lot to graduating seniors, so they have suggested their own guidelines for curious onlookers.
AP Exam Leaks Drip Into Stuyvesant
AP exam leaks are flooding social media and making their way into Stuyvesant in the process.
A Reflection on AP Culture at Stuyvesant
By Noa Salas, Rahul Kissoon, Yuhn Yan
A look at AP culture in Stuyvesant.
Braving the Beast: A Look Into College Letters of Recommendation
It's important for juniors to know what goes into a rec letter, and who it's best to ask for one from.
Learn Self-Defense At No Expense!
By Adeline Sauberli, Eleanor Aranda, Mark Ionis
Three free self-defense classes, taught by Gabrielle Rubin, were offered to seniors this spring. These classes helped students learn important defense skills that can aid them in college and beyond.
From Mundane to Mindful: Reinventing Homeroom Engagement
By Ankita Saha
Students share their thoughts and opinions on homeroom activities.
Savory Noodles, Delusional Frogs, and Familial Dreams: A Reflection on the First-Gen
By Annie Li
A lesson on finding self and family as a first-gen child, told through stories of my memories, and reflections on them.
Medz Yeghern: Never Again
Reflecting on the pride, loss, and complicated guilt of April 24 as an Armenian-American.
Familial Waterfalls From My Palms!
By Grace Jung
How my sweaty palms caused me my biggest adversities but also strengthened my relationship with my father and shaped me into the person I am today.
Redefining Beauty Through the Hijab
A look into the experience of a young hijabi and how her hijab alters her concept of beauty.
Special Schedules: A Look Into Stuyvesant’s SAT Days
By Dayeon Won, Eleanor Aranda, Sophia He
During Stuyvesant’s annual SAT days, all students must go through eight minute class periods, and many wonder about the purpose of a shortened schedule.
Can We Take This Outside?—A Deep Dive Into Class Trips at Stuyvesant The Spectator / Features / Issue 13
By Adeline Sauberli, Mark Ionis
We are grateful to have opportunities to take electives in a wide range of subjects and look into the frequency of class trips and what they bring to learning.
Phone a Friend: What’s the Limit?
Stuyvesant’s rigor gets to the best of most students; however, does this justify the depths students reach to achieve their desired success? What are the positives, negatives, and limitations of friends lending a hand academically?
A Look Behind the Curtains: The Crews Behind SING!
A look into the dedication and work of SING! crews behind the scenes.
Let’s Bake The World a Butter Place: Gender Roles and Minutes Gifts
By Dalia Levanon, Olivia Woo, Shana Tam
A deep dive into the pros and cons of minutes, as well as the emerging pattern of gender roles in minutes gifts.
Ramadan Reflections: The Balancing Act
By Hifza Kaleem
The tragedies and catastrophes unfolding across the globe this Ramadan have caused me to reflect on my own experiences and actions.
A Library for Everyone: The Reopening of the Poets House
By Ada Gordon, Adeline Sauberli, Eleanor Aranda
With all the intensive repairs that went into making Poets House accessible again, students are slowly beginning to see for themselves what Poets House has to offer.
Munch on the School Lunch! Stuyppreciates #2
Though school lunch is often regarded as unappetizing, its benefits are tremendous. The work that goes into creating school lunch should be appreciated.
Lingo Logic: Why Students Pick Their Foreign Language
Students discuss why they decided to take their foreign language of choice.
Behind Ms. Maggio: The Woman, The Myth, The Legend
By Leah Riegel, Mark Ionis, Rhea Malhotra
A profile of Ms. Maggio and how her many passions shape the experiences she provides her students.
Conquering the SAT Stress: and Students’ Experiences with the SAT
By Ayesha Talukder, Mark Ionis
Students share their experiences and stresses with the SAT.
The Early Bird Gets No Worm—A Case For Opening the Stuyvesant Doors Before 7:30
Some students are forced to arrive before school doors open, but staff need time to get set up before they can let them in.
What’s Up With Stuy’s Competitive Culture?
Most students at Stuyvesant compare their grades and GPAs, but though this can stimulate friendly competition, it can also have negative effects.
The Award of a Lifetime
Through a holistic, albeit rigorous application process and generous financial aid, the Questbridge and Posse Scholarships ultimately provide a huge opportunity for students to pursue their passions beyond high school.
In Loving Memory: Remembering the Tribeca Barnes and Noble
In honor of the recent closing of the Tribeca Barnes and Noble, students share their appreciation, as well as positive memories and anecdotes, of the store.
New Year, New Clubs!
By Grace Jung, Sophia He, Sophie Zhou
Wondering which new clubs just entered Stuyvesant? Read this article showcasing clubs at Stuyvesant if you’re looking to build community and everlasting friendships.
New York’s Invisible “Ecological Engineers”
On November 15, English teacher Annie Thoms’s Writing to Make Change classes visited Stuyvesant alumnus and artist Siyan Wong’s 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢 𝘊𝘢𝘯: 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 exhibit at Gallery 456 to learn about the exhibit’s goal of humanizing impoverished people.
James Creegan: A Beloved Substitute and Singer
By Grace Jung, Leah Riegel, Rachel Uh
The student body had incredible, unforgettable experiences with Mr. Creegan, a singing substitute. To commemorate his passing, here is what the students have to say.
Planning for a Better Year: Resolutions for the Stuyvesant Administration and Students
The resolutions that students hope the administration will implement in the coming year, as well as their own plans to improve the Stuyvesant community.
Sick of School, Sick at School
By Andrew Oh
How students navigate the dilemma of being sick during the academic year.
The Human Behind Humans of Stuy
By Ada Gordon
Humans of Stuy, a club that publishes the stories of members of the Stuyvesant community, was recently revived by sophomore Madelyn Nunez, who aims to widen the size and readership of the publication.
Feminism at Stuyvesant
By Vanessa Chen
Stuyvesant was a male-only institution for longer than it has been co-educational. How have the gendered restrictions of its past extended to current student culture?
Does Subtracting Students Add Educational Value?
By Caleb Lee, Dayeon Won, Rhea Malhotra
Stuyvesant classes will soon be limited to 25 students each, affecting everything from elective availability to competition among students.
Does Subtracting Students Add Educational Value?
By Caleb Lee, Dayeon Won, Rhea Malhotra
Stuyvesant classes will soon be limited to 25 students each, affecting everything from elective availability to competition among students.
James Dillon on Years of Coding and Becoming Chair of Programming
By Seth Fenton
Meet James Dillon, a Stuyvesant computer science teacher who was recently named Programming Chair.
Dr. Markova: How Her Passion for P.E. Led Her From a PhD to the Paralympics
A profile on Dr. Markova, a physical education teacher here at Stuyvesant.
In-Class Arts and Drama This Spring: The Stories on Stage and Mixed Media Electives
Two new electives, Stories on Stage and Mixed Media, will be offered at Stuyvesant this spring, giving students a chance to explore their creative side.
Slamming the Mic: Madeline Hutchinson On Being an NYC and NYS Youth Poet Laureate Finalist
A profile of New York City and New York State Youth Poet Laureate finalist Madeline Hutchinson and her experiences during the program.
Bearing Polar Bear
By Ayesha Talukder, Cathleen Xi, Sophie Zhou
Some Stuyvesant sophomores were programmed for Polar Bear—a physically demanding physical education elective that involves running outdoors in a variety of weather conditions—without ever ranking it during course selections.
Rehearsing After Hours: An Analysis of Mandatory Afterschool Music Rehearsals
By Mark Ionis
An examination of the afterschool chorus and band rehearsals that students are required to attend outside of normal class hours.