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Here is a snapshot of Andrew Vazquez slicing meat for a sandwich, in Regina's Upper East Side Grocery.

Fellow New Yorkers, Who Do We Overlook in Our Daily Lives?

Bea Sireci, Spotlight Editor December 25, 2024

I woke up late.  As I bustled out of my house, I ran into my corner deli and said, “I’ll have a bagel, please.” Time was speeding by, yet the bagel had not even been cut. I tapped my foot again...

This is the original main entrance at Shangzhong Road. Now, students use a different entrance in order to enter the school.

Studying in the Top-Ranked High School in China

Audrey Lu, Staff Reporter December 25, 2024

Many people believe that a good education leads to a brighter future. Because of this, many strive to attend the “best” institutions such as Harvard and MIT. But the race starts far before then. Parents...

Two female students work together to review worksheets in AP Physics C.

Inside the Fight for Gender Equity in Bronx Science’s Advanced STEM Classes

Isabel Goldfarb, Staff Reporter December 25, 2024

From kindergarten to senior year, girls consistently outperform boys academically. Studies have shown that girls are more disciplined about studying and staying on top of their school work. This holds...

Here is a sign made by Gerry, which is an exhibit of his artistic talents.

A Season of Giving…For All

Bea Sireci, Staff Reporter December 16, 2024

That time of year between Thanksgiving and Christmas is arguably when people are at their kindest. As people remember who they are grateful for, they show their love through presents and holiday fun. But...

Pictured is a bright, sunny day on Block Island. This photo was taken from an angle above, capturing the edge of the Mohegan Bluffs and offering a scenic view of the ocean waves.

An Escape to Block Island: Rhode Island’s Coastal Haven of Timeless Charm

Amanda Ro, Staff Reporter December 10, 2024

South of the smallest state in the country, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, lies a whimsical island of great charm. Block Island, Rhode Island, is a peaceful destination that is most popular in summer...

Michael Boaz and another volunteer teach a class while students look in through the windows.

Classical Music in Tanzania: How the Daraja Music Initiative Introduces Music Education to Children

Gretchen Kamm, Staff Reporter December 4, 2024

In a bustling school courtyard in Moshi, Tanzania, a small group of children eagerly run down a hallway to gather the instruments that they will need for their music lessons. Their faces light up with...

Here, the Managing Editors, Copy Chiefs, and Editors-in-Chief of ‘The Science Survey,’ the writers of the December 2024 Advice Column, pose for a photo. From left to right are: Willa Huber ’26, Tori Wee ’25, Simone Ginsberg ’26, Winnie Huang ’25, Sophia Birman ’26, Alexandra Ghile ’26, Dara King ’25, Sasha White ’26, Marissa Talushllari ’25, and Amanda Ro ’26.

December 2024 Advice Column: Navigating School Life and Time Management, and More!

Hello Bronx Science! We, the Managing Editors, Copy Chiefs, and Editor-in-Chiefs of The Science Survey are here to answer your questions about student life and time management at Bronx Science, including...

Throughout the 1970s, Bronx streets were lined with structures such as the one pictured above. (Photo Credit: User Incantation on en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Ashes of the Past: The Story of the South Bronx Fires

Isaiah Muniz, Staff Reporter November 7, 2024

“We did not burn the South Bronx, we were the ones who saved it, ” said filmmaker Vivian Vasquez.  Imagine walking down the street, navigating the remnants of numerous buildings, stores, and homes....

These flags show all the countries that St. Jude has had cancer patients come from.

The Journey of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Aitan Dorsky, Staff Reporter November 7, 2024

While walking around the city of Memphis, Tennessee, you may come across a collection of large buildings with the name St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude is at the forefront of research for...

Here is a photo taken at Senior Brunch, an event for seniors where they are given a special breakfast.

Saying Goodbye to the Bronx Science Senior Class of 2024

Saldon Tenzin, Staff Reporter July 10, 2024

The quintessential high school experience revolves around the rigorous courses you dwell over all night, the various clubs and sports you participate in, and the friends you make along this riveting journey....

This is a view inside the shed at the Bronx River House — you can see cars, kayaks, paddles, and more.

Stewards of the Bronx River: How the Bronx River Alliance is Bringing Back Biodiversity

Lily Zufall, Staff Reporter July 10, 2024

Today, the Bronx River Greenway is an eight mile stretch of bike paths, parks, and playgrounds. In the waters nearby, it wouldn’t be shocking to see kayaks paddle by, or, if you’re willing to get a...

Here, the Managing Editors, Copy Chiefs, and Editors-in-Chief of ‘The Science Survey,’ the writers of the Summer 2024 Advice Column, pose for a photo. From left to right are: Aaqib Gondal ’24, Jacey Mok ’24, Rajin Tahsan ’24, Kate Hankin ’24,  Chase Teichholz ’24, Allegra Lief ’25, Krisha Soni ’25, Katherine Han ’24, Liza Greenberg ’25,  and Lara Adamjee ’25.

Summer 2024 Advice Column: Finding Success at Bronx Science, College Applications, Summer Plans, and More!

Hello, Bronx Science! We, the Managing Editors, Copy Chiefs, and Editors-in-Chief of The Science Survey, are here to answer your questions about student life at Bronx Science, college applications,...

With ChatGPT and other online AI generators becoming easily accessible, it is inevitable that some students will attempt to use AI as a way to write homework assignments, essays, and other writing. How are teachers adapting to this new reality? (Photo Credit: Nick Morrison / Unsplash)

Teacher Versus Chat GPT: The Classroom Conundrum

Liza Greenberg, Staff Reporter July 10, 2024

“Write a high school level paragraph explaining one error that could have been made in a physics lab.” That was the command that I gave to Chat GPT. Within seconds, it spawned an explanation, ready...

Here is a scene of a pier in midtown Manhattan, which I photographed at sunset.

Better Than Central Park: Hudson River Destinations

Jenna Zhou, Staff Reporter July 10, 2024

Any tourist coming to New York would most likely choose Manhattan as their primary destination. I can’t argue with this point. Although the other boroughs have similar potential, I live in Manhattan...

Officer Coleman’s advice for anyone considering a career in the police force is “to be open-minded.”

New York City’s Hidden Figures

Nora Torok, Staff Reporter July 9, 2024

New York City, a lively nexus of dreams and energy, is celebrated for its stunning skyscrapers, packed streets, and the charm of its celebrity scene. From iconic billboards featuring the faces of the rich...

Volunteer teachers at Fluent Futures adapt their lessons in order to keep students engaged.

An Inside Look at Fluent Futures: An Interview with Founder, CEO, and Bronx Science Graduate Melissa Chowdhury ’24

Jacey Mok, Staff Reporter July 9, 2024

Founded in May 2023, Fluent Futures is a student-led nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching refugee children with free English language lessons. The volunteer-based organization relies on the support...

In lower Manhattan, a small vegetable garden setup is exemplified in a community garden. Rainwater tanks and a raised plant bed effectively use a small space in which to grow food.

Urban Farming in New York City

Alistair Blee, Staff Reporter July 9, 2024

Farming can be credited for bringing food onto the tables of everyone on earth. It enables humans to have a surplus of food, allowing them to focus on other things. This is how humans developed modern-day...

Modern day coding, as seen in this photograph, has a long history. (Photo Credit: Ilya Pavlov / Unsplash)

A Brief History of Computer Science From Its Beginnings to Today

Fei Ji, Staff Reporter July 9, 2024

If, If not, Elif, Else, and While. Strings, Arrays, and Booleans. Python, Java, and Javascript. Together they are part of the study of computer science, a study that serves as the heart of the digital...

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