The holidays are here! That means winter break, hot chocolate, and the BEST Christmas movies and shows. Whether you’re chilling with family, having a sleepover with friends, or just relaxing in your pajamas, watching holiday movies is a must. So here’s a list of some of the most fun and festive shows and movies that’ll make your break even better! 1. Home Alone (1990) Okay, let’s start with a classic. Home Alone is about a kid named Kevin who gets left home alone when his fam

Imagine sitting in class, heart racing, stomach in knots, just thinking about the next test or assignment. This isn’t just a bad school day - it’s reality. Approximately 20% of adolescents in NYC experience depression or anxiety at some point during their school years, and the numbers just keep on climbing. Whether it’s due to test grades, bad sleep schedules, overwhelming homework, or other challenges, school-related stress can take a serious toll. The reason this is such a

It’s December! Winter arrives, meaning that temperatures drop, the cold air starts to bite, and the holiday season comes with warm greetings. But, here at MS 158, we have a special tradition showcasing our wonderful 7th and 8th Grade Band and Chorus! To get more in depth about it, we are interviewing our one and only band director, Ms. Schecter! Important details and the link where you could buy tickets also are featured here. So, here’s all the information (and then some) on

It wouldn’t be a shocking statement to say that a good podcast is relaxing and informative. From murder mysteries and exoneration podcasts to film and music reviews, the world of podcasting has so much to offer. But, a new addition to that very world has just arrived: OUR SCHOOL PODCAST! Posted on Spotify, we cover a variety of topics for the school to hear! But what is it and how does it work? What is it?  The podcast includes information about days school is off, importan

Students have been seeking opportunities to earn service hours. Whether you’re in National Junior Honors Society and need to get those 40 hours in; or you're just looking to help out your school/neighborhood, this article can help you find opportunities to give back. Arts Band, Chorus, Dance, and Art all have a huge impact on our school lives. For inside service hours (and in some instances, outside service hours)  you can help out by sorting supplies or moving items around.

In early November, Marie Curie 158 voted for and elected members for the 2025-26 Student Government. This year, the total amount of votes came out to 652 votes. Congratulations to Alana Sadikot of Class 721 for being elected to be the NEW president of Student Government! Congratulations to Estella Qian of Class 802 for being the NEW Vice President for Student Government! Congratulations to Cristal Zhou of Class 821 for being the NEW Secretary for Student Government! Congratul

This year’s theater club musical is… let’s get you some clues.  The first clue is that this musical takes place in a world where everyone is told to stick to the status quo.  The second clue is a jock and a brainiac come together to audition for the school musical.  Get ready for… High School Musical Jr.!  Save the date for Tuesday, November 18, 2025. In room 125 is the interest meeting for the cast; and Wednesday, November 19, 2025, there will be a script read-through. This

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, a new heritage month arrives. In the middle of October we celebrate Italian Heritage Month. A month where we celebrate the Italian achievements, successes, and valuable contributions the Italian immigrants and Italian Americans have accomplished over the centuries. ( osdia.org ) The Origins Of Italian Heritage Month: It all started when Italian senator Tate Downs held a proclamation to honor the achievements of Italian Immigrants an

For most students, going from 5th grade to 6th grade is a huge step and can be extremely challenging and scary. In 5th grade, the teachers would walk us through the hallways to different classes in two lines. Now, we have to walk on our own from class to class. In 5th grade, we didn’t have to carry around heavy book bags and laptops. But now, we have to carry heavy book bags and laptops. In 5th grade, teachers helped us with every step of the way. Although now, we must face s

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