BRONX, NY – “Discrimination Is Not The Answer” is the subject of discussion among students at Truman High School, and several students in the Hearing Education Services Department found a creative way to express their ideas about being deaf. “I’m trying to tell people that those people who think that deaf people…
BRONX, NY – For youth between the ages of 10 and 24, suicide is the third leading cause of death in the United States, killing around 4,600 young people each year (cdc.gov). In October, Truman students took part in a special program on Teen Suicide Prevention. Fordham University’s WFUV-FM…
The following article was published by Gallaudet University. Andy Cruz, Class of 2013 is now a member of the Gallaudet University Varsity Basketball team. The team recently rallied for a bill to support the deaf and hard-of-hearing members of the U.S. Military. The full article can be found by clicking here.…
BRONX, NY – Eighth grade students from across the Bronx and parts of Manhattan made their way to Co-Op City on November 1st to get a first-hand look at what Truman has to offer as part of three annual Open House events. “You really can’t appreciate everything this school offers…
NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña and Dr. Mary T. Bassett, the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH) have issued the following joint statement to all families regarding recent news about Ebola in New York City. The text of their message is as follows. To view the original memo…
SALT LAKE CITY, UT- Most space travelers require years of training and experience before getting to go to the outer limits of the atmosphere and beyond, but now Truman students can explore the universe in much greater detail, thanks to the help of Earth Science and Astronomy teacher Mrs.…
BRONX, NY – As the leaves change colors in Autumn, the facade of Truman High School got a little more color, thanks to the efforts of members of the custodial department. “I said it was ready for a refresh,” said Principal Keri Alfano. She had a conversation with members of…
BRONX, NY – Students entering Truman High School have a reason to smile this year – as one faculty member is finding a new way to brighten their day. “It’s a mood elevator without question,” says English teacher Reggie Lewis. “Even if some just love the artwork of it.” Mr.…
BRONX, NY – Pro Chefs Harold Chase and Jeff Brylski lead one of the top-performing Culinary Arts Program in New York City, right here at Truman High School. While the list of their accomplishments in any given year is difficult to summarize, Chef Brylski provides his “Year-In-Review” highlighting some of the…
BRONX, NY – Truman High School continues to attract and retain class-leading expert faculty in all academic areas. This spring, Earth Science and Astronomy instructor Kathleen Robbins had an article published in Science Scene, the science education journal published by Forestry Suppliers, Inc. She was approached by Science Scene at…
BRONX, NY – Mahutin Paul, a junior at Truman High School recently received a medal from George Washington University. the School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) Medal was granted to Paul for obtaining the highest overall grade point average in the fields of mathematics and science. In his junior…
(FROM MSGVARSITY.COM) BRONX, NY – Truman basketball star DaQuana Smith had plenty of college choices while she was completing a successful four-year career at the Co-Op City School. The 5-foot- 11 forward took plenty of things into consideration, but Smith was convinced that the University of New Haven was the right…
[easyrotator]erc_43_1397701707[/easyrotator] ORLANDO, Fla. – Four seniors and one graduate of Truman’s Media Communications Program packed up their gear and headed to the Sunshine State in March to participate in the Student Television Network (STN) National Convention. STN is a national network of high schools from across the U.S. who…
BRONX, NY – Two senior Truman Mustang Wrestlers recently took home medals at the PSAL Individual Championships, and one Mustang Alumni will be hitting the mats at a national competition in Texas. Senior Bryan Arroyo took home the Bronze medal at 113 pounds while senior Noah Stanley took home the…
[fsg_gallery id=”13″] BRONX, NY- Several senior basketball players were honored Thursday night for their contributions to the Lady Mustangs team. Head Coach John Burke presented each player with a plaque, while the players gave flowers to their parents and other family members as gestures of their appreciation of support. Daquana…