 Valerie J. Reidy, Principal
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About Bronx Science
Bronx Science is a place where students and faculty alike experience the excitement of the motivated mind and the Samaritan heart. The people here are of a special breed, where a little push goes a long way, an all-nighter is not uncommon, and a smile is bound to appear no matter how taxing life may be at the moment. Bronx Science is not simply an educational institution, it is a home--a home for an ever-growing family with one common goal: to advance the self and society.A Brief History
The Bronx High School of Science was founded in 1938 and started with some 400 male students under Dr. Morris Meister, the founding principal. Within the first year the themes of the school had been set. A school newspaper, Science Survey, and a constitution were established. Green and gold were chosen by Dr. Meister as the school colors, green to represent chlorophyll and gold the sun, both of which are essential to the chain of life.
In 1959, a new Bronx Science was opened. The old building on Creston Avenue and 184th Street was abandoned for a new, state-of-the-art building on 205th Street (between Goulden & Paul Avenues). Here, a striking mural of great scientists greets those entering the main lobby, reminding students, staff and visitors of the paramount importance of the life of the mind.
The diversity and number of students at Bronx Science has increased a great deal since its founding. The school today has dozens of ethnicities and a population of over 2600 students.
Admissions
Each year, thousands of students from the five boroughs of New York City take a comprehensive examination containing both math and verbal questions. The exam is constantly being updated for greater testing accuracy, and the cut-off score required for admission to each of the eight specialized testing high schools varies from year to year depending upon seat availability.
Curriculum
In order to graduate with a Bronx Science diploma, every student must complete required courses and the following New York State Regents exams must be passed:
- English
- Global History
- U.S. History
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- MATH A
- MATH B
- a Regents in any Foreign Language
Bronx Science Alumni - Our alma mater's mission is "To provide educational and social opportunities that are unique for gifted and talented students so as to prepare them for meaningful and useful roles in science and society."
Clubs - Our clubs can range from ethnic clubs to clubs of organizations representing particular ideas and interests. Each year new clubs are chartered.
Teams - Science is proud to have such a wide variety of athletic teams and to be able to say that in addition to the standard baseball, basketball and soccer teams, it also is home to successful Bowling, Fencing, Handball, Gymnastics Teams and many others.
Staff - The faculty strives to provide our students not only with "the facts" but also with the ability to think and reason on a high level and develop original "facts" through an emphasis on original research.
Required Courses, Honors Classes, Advanced Placement Courses, and Elective Courses - Bronx Science offers a well rounded foundation in English, Biology, Physical Science, Math, Social Studies, Foreign Language, The Arts, Technology, Health and Physical Education as well as Advanced Placement, College Level, Honor Courses and an extensive selection of Electives in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Biology, Physical Science, Foreign Language, Technology, Fine Arts and Music.
Affiliations - Bronx Science has collaborations and affiliations with Colleges and Universities, Scientific Organizations, Medical Organizations and Businesses.
Shows & Concerts - The Music Department offers students the opportunity to perform in front of large groups several times each year. In both the fall and spring, holiday concerts are performed for the student body, and evening concerts are given which are open to parents, relatives, and the public. There concerts feature each of the five performing groups. Some musical groups perform outside the school in hospitals and nursing homes as a public service. There are usually two plays each year, one of which is a musical.
College Opportunities -
- The Bronx High School of Science's College Office provides information about Open Houses at Colleges and Universities.
- Information about Scholarships to Colleges and Universities is available in the College Office and in Naviance.
- Summer Opportunities at Colleges and Universities are encouraged and information is promulgated from The Guidance Department website, department offices and on the Bronx Science Web site.
- Each year a college fair is held which gives students the opportunity to discuss the offerings of a large number of colleges with their representatives in a comfortable setting at Science.
- Bronx Science hosts representatives from colleges and universities throughout the year.
- The representatives address students in small groups during the school day and are available to answer questions on an individual basis.
