He hasn’t yet graduated from high school, but David Oks ’19 already has quite the political resume, replete with a bid for local mayor and a summer spent paging for Senator Charles E. Schumer.
“Abreme La Puerta” and other Spanish holiday songs rang throughout Masters Hall on Wednesday afternoon as Upper School students in Roberto Mercedes’ Spanish seminar held a benefit concert followed by a parranda navideña, a caroling tradition in the Hispanic world.
With her mother and father in the stands all the way from Egypt, Nouran Youssef ’20 knew losing wasn't an option at this past weekend's U.S. Junior Open Squash Championships in Andover, Massachusetts.
Famous lines from Hamlet echoed throughout Estherwood on Thursday, December 13, as seniors performed various scenes from one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays in the School’s iconic mansion.
With music as a common bond, a collaboration between Masters’ Department of Performing Arts and Global and Civic Exchange Program resulted in a rich artistic and cultural experience for the students of The Masters School and a visiting student-chorus from The Wenona School, a K-12 independent girls school in Sydney, Australia.
Both the varsity boys' and girls' basketball teams will be on the road this weekend at tournaments, however, fans can watch all the action from home via livestream.
Less than an hour up the river from The Masters School sits the historic United States Military Academy at West Point. And on Thursday, December 13, the sixth grade spent a snowy day visiting West Point as part of their study of the Hudson River.
The pressure was unrelenting from the opening whistle. Purple jerseys swarmed the basketball like bees around a hive, creating a chaotic environment that Masters' varsity boys' basketball squad thrived in.
Kendra Cooper-Smith '19 was joined by family, friends, teammates, teachers, coaches and administrators for a college commitment ceremony in the Sharon Room on Monday, December 3.
The boys' varsity indoor track & field squad got off to a blazing start at the Ivy League Prep Schools Meet 1 on Wednesday, December 5 at the Armory in New York City.
With the goal of developing and strengthening professional skills and increasing the understanding of boarding school trends, a group of Masters faculty and administrators gathered in the heart of Washington, DC, for The Association of Boarding Schools’ (TABS) annual conference from Thursday, November 29, through Saturday, December 1.
For the six Masters students and eight faculty who attended last week’s Student Diversity Leadership Conference, the topics covered, the connections made, and the impact the overall experience had on them was nothing short of profound.
Winter sports kicked off at Masters this past week, with the varsity girls' squash team and the varsity boys' basketball squad both competing in their season-opening contests.
During the weekend of November 15-18, The Masters School's Model United Nations (MUN) team traveled to Princeton, NJ, to attend the Princeton Model UN Conference (PMUNC).
Issues of gender identity and inclusion were front and center on Tuesday, November 27, as writer, teacher and speaker Alex Myers joined the Masters community for the day to discuss these concepts.
The city of Philadelphia became the eighth grade’s classroom on Tuesday, November 13, when the class traveled to the nation’s first capital to experience American history up close.
The Westchester Coalition Against Islamophobia (WCAI) brought an important — and stark — message to Masters on Tuesday, November 13: Islamophobic prejudice and bigotry is a problem right here in Westchester.
Gun violence, bullying, social media, #MeToo, and Puerto Rico's recovery were just some of the topics that Masters' Dance Company highlighted in their fall performances last Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10.
The Masters community was treated to fabulous renditions of famous tunes last Friday, November 9, as Preludes, the Middle School musical theater troupe, took the stage for its annual performances in the Experimental Theatre in the Fonseca Center.
The Office of Equity and Inclusion and Parent Association invite all parents and guardians to attend a talk on gender identity with writer, teacher and speaker Alex Myers on Tuesday, November 27 at 6:00 PM in the Sharon Room.
The Masters School came home victorious from the inaugural High School Collegiate Leadership Challenge on Saturday, November 3, at the King School in Stamford, CT.
Seeking out the truth and telling the story is at the heart of journalism. And after the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, earlier this year, Tower set out to tell the stories of those who survived that day.
The world-famous Radio City Rockettes will have quite the accompaniment this year, as Alisa Beck ’23 joins a chorus that will perform at the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular on Saturday, December 8.
The Halloween spirit was on full display this past Wednesday, with the hallways of the School donned in ghoulish decorations and students in costumes of all kinds.
A nor’easter was no impediment for the 2nd Annual Saturday Summit on Social Justice, which, despite the wind and rain throughout the day, saw more than 100 students in attendance at The Masters School's campus.
Seventh graders donned costumes on Monday, October 29, but the occasion was quite serious; they were in character as immigrants going through the harrowing process of being admitted to the United States through Ellis Island.
Masters hosted its first-ever robotics event on Saturday, October 27. The FIRST Tech Challenge workshop and scrimmage event took place in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (IEC).
Themes of “purpose” and “fit” were front and center at the College Counseling Office’s College Forum on Wednesday, October 24, which offered families a “peek behind the curtain” of collegiate admissions.
Hundreds of prospective families from near and far gathered at The Masters School this past Saturday, October 20, to learn more about the School and experience firsthand the day-to-day of a Masters student by attending a sampling of classes.
The campus was adorned with red ribbons this week, providing the community with a continued visual reminder of the dangers and consequences of alcohol and other drug use.
Walk into the Middle School and you will be in for a frightening surprise: skeletons, cobwebs and other spooky decorations have taken over the typically joyful and bustling space.
Dobbs 16 took the stage for the first time this school year on Wednesday, October 10 at a reception in New York City, performing in front of an enthusiastic audience of alumnae/i, parents, faculty, staff, administrators and trustees.
Pakistan didn’t feel very far away from Dobbs Ferry last Thursday, October 11, as ninth graders in Dr. Robert Fish’s freshman seminar interacted via Skype with an educator in Lahore.
Middle and high school educators from around the region gathered at The Masters School on Tuesday, October 16 for a much-anticipated day-long New York State Association of Independent School (NYSAIS) workshop dubbed Quest for Effective Collaboration in the Classroom.
“Before taking action, commit to reflection,” advised award-winning author, speaker and critic William Deresiewicz during his presentation to Upper School students on Thursday, October 4.
The Masters School and Rye Country Day School will host a Saturday Summit on Social Justice (SSSJ) at The Masters School from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM tomorrow, October 27.
Masters will host its first-ever robotics event on Saturday, October 27. The FIRST Tech Challenge workshop and scrimmage event will take place in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (IEC).
Backyard Wilderness, a documentary featuring freshman Annabel “Annie” Fabian, is now being shown at the American Museum of Natural History in Manhattan.
On Saturday, September 29, Preludes, the Middle School musical theater troupe, took part in their annual weekend pajama workshop and potluck lunch party.
Peering into a Masters classroom this past weekend, you might have been surprised to see adults — not teenage students — excitedly conversing around the Harkness table.
Seventh grade students engaged in a scavenger hunt, went geocaching and created shelters from tree branches this week as part of the annual Exploration Week.
A whopping five varsity athletic contests highlighted Upper School Family Weekend on Saturday, September 22. The boys’ soccer, girls’ soccer, girls’ volleyball, girls’ tennis and field hockey squads were all in action on campus from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.
During a Flag Ceremony on Monday, September 17, new students from various cultural backgrounds displayed their nation’s flag and introduced themselves in their native language.
A sea of blue and red took over Graduation Terrace to celebrate Founder’s Day on Friday, September 21, as students, faculty and staff boasted spirited Delta/Phi colors and cheered for their respective teams.
During Founder’s Day celebrations, Head of School Laura Danforth encouraged all members of the Masters community to express gratitude for one another on a daily basis and recognized the dedication of faculty members for their particular contributions to the School.
Accompanied by Middle School teachers Dan Russo, Mark Tamucci and Chris Mizell, the sixth-grade boys ventured down to the Dobbs Ferry Waterfront Park for their annual seining expedition in the Hudson River on the morning of Friday, September 14.
Last week’s Upper School class trips were full of adventure and excitement: The freshman class enjoyed an overnight retreat, while sophomores visited several New York City sites, and juniors challenged themselves on a ropes course.
Faced with an early 2-0 deficit on September 12 at Hackley, the Masters varsity boys’ soccer squad refused to give in. The Panthers (0-1-1) rallied back to salvage a 3-3 tie in a match that showcased their grit and perseverance.
The Masters School is delighted to announce that award-winning author, speaker and critic William Deresiewicz will visit the School on October 3 and 4.
A new year has kicked off at The Masters School. Energy and enthusiasm buzzed through campus as students returned to over two weeks of Opening Days activities that started on Sunday, August 26.
Athletes at The Masters School have been working tirelessly since the start of preseason training on Monday, August 27. They persevered in the face of extreme heat to get ready for the start of the 2018 regular season, which kicks off with a varsity boys’ soccer game at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School on Saturday, September 8.
Masters’ seniors hit the ground running with their college search process during their first week of school. The College Counseling team organized its first-ever College Preseason Week, designed to break down the major components of the college application process into smaller, more easily digestible pieces.
Regular registration for private lessons is now closed. Further registrations received through Monday, September 24 will be considered as Late Registrations, and will be processed after all other lessons are scheduled. Online registration will close after September 24, and no more registrations will be accepted.
The Masters School is delighted to announce that Head of School Laura Danforth has joined The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) as a member of its Board of Trustees. A three-decade veteran of boarding schools, Danforth was appointed along with three other experienced educators.
A Masters team, one of only two teams selected to represent the United States in the fourth annual International Mathematical Modeling Challenge (IM2C), has been named a Meritorious winner.
The Masters School is excited to announce new offerings and improved programming in our residential program. This means more adventure, friendships and immersive experiences for our vibrant community of boarders.
Upper School Opening Days is officially underway! We welcome all students and their families to campus as the 2018-2019 school year kicks off with preseason for our athletes and dancers.
Three alumna of the Masters Dance Company joined current Company members in a performance at 8:00 PM on Saturday, May 19 in the Claudia Boettcher Theatre.
Community members came out to sample music, dance and theatrical performances by Masters' student-run performing groups during the Fonseca Fest on Friday, May 25 in the Fonseca Center.
A Masters team, one of only two teams selected to represent the United States in the fourth annual International Mathematical Modeling Challenge (IM2C), has been named a Meritorious winner.
Upper School students staged a production of Spring Awakening that was by turns energetic and deeply moving before packed houses of community members on February 23 and 24 at the Claudia Boettcher Theatre.
A host of sustainable features led to the Fonseca Center’s recent receipt of LEED Gold Certification. LEED is a globally recognized symbol of excellence in green building.
We congratulate our seniors as they embark on the next phase of their young lives. We also celebrate the breadth and diversity of their college commitments.
Class of 2018 members Miranda Luiz and Eamon Pearson teamed up to produce an album, From Lawns to Lightyears, for their senior project. The duo utilized the recording studio in the Fonseca Center.
Our boys' volleyball, baseball, softball and track & field teams are primed for the 2018 spring season! Read brief preview capsules on each team below.
The Middle School boys' lacrosse team picked up its first win of the season over The Stanwich School on May 10. The Panthers will be back in action to wrap up their season on May 23 at home against The Windward School at 3:30 PM.
Senior Oren Vasser captured the Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) boys' varsity singles title on Monday, May 14 at the Hopkins School. Vasser, who will play at William & Mary next season, defeated Brunswick's Ryan Glanville (2-6, 7-6, 10-8) in the championship.
Masters' History Bee and Bowl team participated in the National History Bee and Bowl (NHBB) National Championships over the April 27-28 weekend. The squad advanced to the playoffs for the second straight year, and finished 27th in the country among 252 teams.
Participants tried their hand at calligraphy, listened to African students play traditional Senegalese drums and engaged in other creative activities during the iFest international festival on Saturday, April 21, in the Fonseca Center's Sharon Room.
An International Festival, called iFest, will be held on Saturday, April 21, from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Fonseca Center's Sharon Room. All members of the Masters community are invited to this event, as well as to an International Dinner on April 22.
