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 Park Slope is home to many brownstones. The Brooklyn neighborhood went from being referred to as a “slum” in the ’60s to being one of the most expensive places in the city. 
(Photo Credit: David Berkowitz from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Brownstones: New York’s Living History

Faizunnesa Mahzabin, Staff Writer January 16, 2024
Brownstone, in the most literal sense, is just a type of sandstone. But if you have spent enough time in New York, you might think of a brownstone as one of those coveted row houses scattered across the city. There is a good chance you saw a few as Blair and Serena walked the streets...
Pictured are Mr. Behar (left) and Mr. Dickey (right) in Mr. Behars classroom.

The Impact of a Good Teacher: How These Underdog Heroes Can Change Your Life

Sarah Rubinstein, Staff Reporter January 6, 2024

Within a single school year, the typical student spends about 1,260 hours a year with their teachers. A good teacher may teach about the Civil War and how to solve for x, but a great teacher provides one...

Edible Arts club members add their own spin to the instant ramen, adding seaweed, kimchi, tea-boiled eggs, and scallions. (Photo used by permission of @bxsci_edible_arts on Instagram)

Uniting Cooks at Bronx Science With the Edible Arts Club

Tiffany Wang, Staff Reporter January 6, 2024

Food! Who doesn’t love food? As you bite down, you feel flavors burst into your mouth. Taste-wise, following the same recipe, it is all the same, but look-wise, some people are more sophisticated than...

Decorative posters showcase uniquely designed dresses, all of which feature a fiery skirt. Photo Credit: Clarissa Watson / Unsplash

Fashion Speaks Words

Gabriela Tejeda, Staff Reporter December 28, 2023

Parents always complain about a messy room. With clothes scattered everywhere, one might safely assume that a messy room can reveal a hidden form of artistry, often associated with the emergence of fashion,...

New York Citys unparalleled diversity is the vibrant mosaic of cultures, languages, and traditions that fosters a rich tapestry of inclusivity, permeating every aspect of the citys culinary, artistic, and social landscapes. 
Photo Credit: Anthony Quintano from Hillsborough, NJ, United States, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

New York City’s Tapestry of Diversity: A Multicultural Melting Pot

Rida Nuamah, Staff Reporter December 28, 2023

In the heart of the United States, amidst the towering skyline and bustling avenues, New York City stands as a microcosm of global diversity. New York City, referred to as the "Big Apple," is not only...

For over one hundred years, St. Brendan continues to serve the largely Black and Hispanic community in the Norwood Section of the Bronx. Photo Credit: Hugo L. González, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Unmatched Dedication: A Profile of St. Brendan’s Food Pantry

Isaiah Muniz, Staff Reporter December 27, 2023

Six a.m. The alarm goes off, a blaring sound to start my day. I roll out of bed, leaving the comforting warmth of my covers, yawn loudly, and stretch my arms. I pull myself out of bed and over to the...

What is the psychology behind New Years resolutions? Why do few people follow through with them? Photo Credit: Tim Mossholder / Unsplash

New Year’s Resolutions: How to Make Them Work

Sarah Rubinstein, Staff Reporter December 27, 2023

As we approach the end of 2023, the season of New Year's resolutions is upon us. Whether you are aiming to consume less sugar, to exercise more regularly, or to improve your sleep schedule, now is the...

Spices and Tease will stop you in your tracks with the lovely aroma wafting out as you walk by. If you are looking to spice up your winter dinners, take your pick!

A Winter Wonderland: The Union Square Holiday Market

Ayana Chari, Staff Reporter December 20, 2023

Winter in New York is a memorable experience; the fresh snow quickly transitions into a brown-puddled mess, leaving freezing water in the shoes of quickly-moving passersby. The wind picks up and a bone-chilling...

“We defend free speech not because we want the right to scream at the top of our lungs. We defend free speech because our society and democracy depend upon our ability to reason with others, persuade, and be persuaded… The battle were waging is a fight for the lifeblood of writers, our kids education, our birthright as citizens, and the soul of our democracy,” said CEO Suzanne Nossel. (Photo Credit: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for PEN America. Used by permission of PEN America.)

Putting PEN to Paper: A Conversation with PEN America CEO Suzanne Nossel

Nora Torok, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Putting pen to paper may be viewed as a simple act, yet, contrary to popular belief, it can require the utmost courage. In many places, both in the United States and around the world, the right to one’s...

Masjid An-Nabawi is the second holiest mosque in Islam only behind the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Located in the Holy city of Madinah where Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) and his Muslim followers emigrated after their prolonged persecution in Makkah, Masjid An-Nabawi contains the house and tomb of Prophet Muhammad.

The Two Holiest Sites For Muslims: A Profile on the Sacred Mosques in Makkah and Madinah

Shahabir Sami, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Everyone was to have at least one item of food. In the rare instances of someone not having any food, the people in proximity relinquished some of their dates, water from the well of ZamZam, and possibly...

Each year, around 725 seniors graduate from Bronx Science and go on to attend a wide variety of universities and pursue a myriad of different fields of study. Photo Credit: Joshua Hoehne / UnSplash

Decisions, Decisions: How Bronx Science Class of 2023 Graduated Seniors Chose the Colleges They Will Attend This Fall

Katrina Tablang, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

It is May 1, 2023 — an ordinary day for most, but a pivotal one for high school seniors across the country. Each year, National College Decisions Day, or Decision Day, falls on the first of May; it is...

The Maple Street Community Garden welcomed residents from all over the city on June 3rd, 2023 for activities and games.

A Labor of Love: The Maple Street Community Garden

Acadia Bost, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023
“It’s never been just a garden,” remarked Marc Schwartz.
Above are the Period 2 Editors in Chief and Copy Chiefs for The Science Survey. In the back row from left to right are Felicia Jennings-Brown ’23, Ethan Weinberg ’23, Sela Emery ’23, Katia Anastas ’23, and Nora Sissenich ’23. In the front row from left to right are Elizabeth Colon ’23, Monica Reilly ’24, Tiffany Wang ’24, Helen Stone ’23, and Katrina Tablang ’23.

Summer 2023 Advice Column: Using Time Off Productively and Tips on the College Process

Hello, Bronx Science! We, the Copy Chiefs, Managing Editors, and Editors-in-Chief of The Science Survey, are excited to present the Summer 2023 Advice Column, which will tackle lots of questions about...

“Activism is my rent for living on the planet, said the American novelist and activist Alice Walker. (Photo Credit: Matt Hrkac from Geelong / Melbourne, Australia, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Youth Activism: A Story of Perseverance and Passion

Ruby Moran, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Passion drives action. Action catapults change. Without passion, action, and change, terrible circumstances will continue to worsen. Throughout history, it has been the youth who spearhead the fight for...

Try guessing where each photo is taken — except for the globe in the middle, of course. Check your answers below the crossword module!

Summer 2023 Crossword: Summer Travels Theme

Charlotte Zhou, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

    City Answers in Photo Caption: Bangkok, Thailand (top left) Ouarzazate, Morocco (top middle) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (top right) Malé, Maldives (middle left) Barcelona, Spain...

Even as the sun begins to set, the Queens Night Market is still only just ramping up to full swing for the night. The energy is electric, and the community seems to spring to life.

The Worlds Within a Market: Stories of the Queens Night Market

Sidney Lin, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

You take a step forward, towards the ever-enticing smells wafting your way, and suddenly you’re on the northern coast of Jamaica. A few steps to the right, and you are amongst the grand mountains of...

Ms. Schmaier may teach government classes at Bronx Science from September to June, but she looks forward to summertime activities, too.

The Summer 2023 Plans of Bronx Science’s Faculty

Louisiana Stahl, Staff Reporter July 20, 2023

The very first day of school marks the start of an age-old countdown: "Number of Days ‘til Summer Vacation." Now, with the school year over and three weeks into summer vacation, and with the weather...

Ella Smith will be attending college in Evanston, Illinois this fall. Upper Manhattan’s Fort Tryon Park (pictured here) is among the places she’ll miss in New York City, a site of many long walks, birthday parties, and childhood experiences.

The City That Raised Us: The Graduated Class of 2023 Reflects On Leaving New York City For College

Nora Sissenich, Staff Reporter July 20, 2023

When I was applying to colleges, there was one thing I was sure about: I would not be applying to colleges in New York City. Though I love New York City, the prospect of spending the next four years in...

While leaving New York City for the summer can be exciting, there are so many opportunities for adventure in this great city that we call home! (Photo Credit: Fred Hsu on en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

New York City Adventures to Try This Summer

Kate Hankin, Staff Reporter July 20, 2023

Phineas Flynn of the classic 2000s Disney animated series Phineas and Ferb once said, “There's a hundred and four days of summer vacation, 'til school comes along just to end it, so the annual problem...

This is an apartment building in Berlin with 1UP’s signature “One United Power” phrase painted onto one of the blank walls of the structure. (Photo Credit: Singlespeedfahrer, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons)

1UP: Unity Through Urban Artistry

Aaqib Gondal, Staff Reporter July 20, 2023

The night creeps over all of Germany. The sun falls and the moon rises as the usual urban hustle and bustle comes to a close for the night. The train pulls into its final stops and sits dormant, as quiet...

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