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February

Local Artist Hosts Student Workshop

2/21/2020

Upper school artists had the opportunity to take a lesson with Yonkers-based painter and printmaker Elizabeth de Béthune on Thursday, February 20.

Potluck Lunch Showcases Cuisines From Around the World

2/21/2020

Challah bread, samosas, jerk chicken and cannoli were just some of the culinary delights on the menu for the Middle School during a potluck lunch hosted by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) leadership group on Thursday, February 20.

Students Dramatize Francophone Novel

2/21/2020

Upper school students in French 4 class recently explored the culture of Francophone West Africa during their reading of “Le coiffeur de Kouta” by Malian author Massa Makan Diabaté.

Varsity Girls Basketball Advances to NYSAIS Semifinal

2/21/2020

The varsity girls basketball team kicked off its New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) title defense on Thursday afternoon at home.

Beatboxing Takes Over Middle School

2/14/2020

The sounds of bass drums and turntables filled Doc Wilson Hall on Wednesday, February 12, but the only instruments present were the voices of champion beatboxers Kaila Mullady and Mark Martin.

Groundbreaking Journalist Shares Empowering Message During Black History Month

2/14/2020

Stacey Tisdale P’23, a more than 20-year veteran TV broadcast financial journalist and the first African American to report from the New York Stock Exchange, brought inspiration to the Upper School on Friday, February 7.

Middle School Students Explore World-Famous Met

2/14/2020

One of the world’s largest art museums became a classroom for sixth graders on Friday, February 7.

Sixth Grader Stands Up for State Bird

2/14/2020

Alex Pinnock ’26 cares about helping animals – especially the eastern bluebird, the state bird of New York.

Tenth Grade Prepares for Model UN Day

2/7/2020

The entire tenth grade took a deep dive into the workings of the United Nations on Monday, February 3, in preparation for their annual Model UN day next month.

Indoor Track Team Breaks Seven School Records

2/7/2020

An impressive total of seven indoor track school records were smashed at the Varsity Classic meet on Monday, February 3, at the Armory Track & Field Center in New York City.

Musical Revue Hits a High Note

2/7/2020

A cast of 17 upper school students delighted the audience with a musical journey on Friday, January 31, and Saturday, February 1, during the second annual Upper School Musical Revue.

Students’ Innovative Publication Raises Funds for Charity

2/7/2020

A group of sixth graders has found a way to use memes for good by creating Time for Memes, a publication that celebrates and analyzes the internet cultural phenomena.

English Students Forgo Super Bowl for Shakespeare

2/7/2020

As millions of Americans were watching the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 2, senior AP English students were taking in a vastly different form of entertainment: Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.”

Panther Pride on Display During Spirit and Pack the Den Week

2/4/2020

During the week of January 27 through 31, students across campus were spotted sporting neon attire, 90s fashion and fuzzy pajamas.

January

YoungArts Finalist Participates in Weeklong Intensive

1/31/2020

Along with a passel of other talented young artists, Jonah Ginsburg ’20 traveled to Miami earlier this month to participate in the National YoungArts Week, a weeklong program for National YoungArts Foundation finalists that features master classes, workshops and mentorship from leading artists in their fields.

Jewish Culture Club Holds Discussion on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

1/31/2020

Students and faculty, brought together by the School’s Jewish Culture Club, gathered in the Sharon Room on Monday, January 27, to honor International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Mandarin Students Celebrate Chinese History and Culture

1/31/2020

On Tuesday, January 28, eighth grade Mandarin students learned about Chinese history and culture, all while enjoying a spread of traditional Chinese food.

Varsity Fencers Excel at ISFL Individual Championships

1/31/2020

The Masters School's varsity girls fencing team took first place in all three weapons at the Independent School Fencing League Individual Championships at Horace Mann School.

Bascon Sets Varsity Girls Swimming Records

1/24/2020

Varsity girls swimming standout Jaden Bascon ’23 turned in a pair of record-setting performances in the pool on Wednesday, January 22 against visiting School of the Holy Child.

DAA to Host Spirit Week Next Week

1/24/2020

The Dobbs Athletic Association is hosting a spirit and Pack the Den week next week, Monday, January 27, through Friday, January 31.

Middle School Celebrates Impact of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Work

1/24/2020

Pictures of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. adorned the walls of the Doc Wilson Hall on Tuesday, January 21, as the middle school community gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of the civil rights activist.

Students Spend Day Immersed In French Culture

1/24/2020

Upper school French students were treated to a day of French culture on Thursday, January 23.

Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy by “Speaking, Hearing and Opening Up Together”

1/17/2020

The upper school community embraced Masters’ mission – to be a power for good in the world – by honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Thursday, January 16.

NYSSMA Spring Solo Adjudications Information

1/17/2020

New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Spring Solo Adjudications are coming!

Senior’s Question Leads to Deep Dive Into Math and Physics

1/17/2020

One year ago, a simple question led Alex Feiner ’20 down a complex path: How would the rules of geometry change if, instead of being drawn on a flat surface, they were drawn on a sphere?

Smith, Francella Break Indoor Track Records

1/17/2020

A pair of indoor track school records were broken at the Ivy League Prep Schools Meet at the Armory Track & Field Center in New York City on Monday, January 13.

Tatarian Records 1,000th Career Point at Masters

1/10/2020

Standout varsity girls basketball player Brooke Tatarian ’21 reached an impressive milestone in a 56-55 victory over Summit Academy on December 29, 2019.

A Code for Success: Cybersecurity Team Receives Platinum Distinction

1/10/2020

Building on their accomplishments during the 2018-2019 school year, The Masters School’s Cybersecurity Team, comprised of Zach Battleman ’21, Matt Nappo ’21 and Brandon Zazza ’21, advanced to the platinum tier in the state round of CyberPatriot’s National Youth Cyber Defense Competition on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Accolades for Debate Team During Regis Tournament

1/10/2020

The Masters School Debate Team emerged from the Regis Christmas Classic tournament with bragging rights: Partners Kai Cowin ’21 and Carolyn Hohl ’21 won third overall in the varsity public forum, and Cowin was awarded best speaker in the varsity public forum.

Students Showcase Medley of Music Genres at Winter Concert

1/10/2020

The annual Middle School Winter Concert drew a crowd that filled the Claudia Boettcher Theatre on Friday, December 20, 2019, with hundreds of community members gathering for a set of joyful and enjoyable musical performances by the Middle School Jazz Band, Orchestra, MastersSingers and a variety of soloists.

Young Alums Let the Good Times Roll at Sushi Soiree

1/10/2020

Friends, faculty and sushi was a recipe for a great night on Wednesday, January 8. More than 80 young alums, current seniors and faculty members filled Estherwood Mansion for the annual Young Alumnae/i Sushi Soiree.