Lifestyle – The Curtis Log

Bohemian Rhaspody review

January 4, 2019

“You’re a legend, Fred.” “We’re all legends.” The story of Queen and Freddie Mercury comes to the big screen in the film Bohemian Rhapsody from 20th Century Fox. Just like the song of the same name, the movie is a...

My religious journey to Mecca

Hashir Raja

January 4, 2019

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My family and I made Pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina during the week of November 16 to 24. As a Muslim, it is a dream to be able to go on a pilgrimage at least once in a lifetime. I am lucky enough to be able to do it at such a ...

Students meet Tom Wrobleski

Cheyanne Richardson

January 4, 2019

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Curtis had the privileged opportunity to get involved with politics and meet political debater, Tom Wrobleski. Wrobleski is the senior opinion writer for the Staten Island Advance and is a journalist with Muck Rack. The students in the ...

Black Panther hit on multiple levels

Jackson Krajnak, Staff Writer

April 9, 2018

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The newest Marvel hit movie, “Black Panther” was treated like much more than just a superhero movie. The Hollywood blockbuster film’s recent success is due to its celebration of black culture, a compelling storyline and...

How to Survive Freshman Year

Nadia Chin, Staff Writer

December 8, 2017

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-Don’t be afraid to socialize, talk to your new classmates or even someone in your lunch period. - DO NOT PROCRASTINATE, homework does matter and will affect your grades. - Always respect your peers and most importantly yo...

Frugal fashion

David Garvin, Staff Writer

December 8, 2017

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You’re tight on money and your think your wardrobe will just stay boring and dull well here are three things for a dollar that will upgrade and refresh your outfits. Shoelaces A simply plain shoelace you can buy on Amazon...

Shortlived Trends

Carla Dadulla, Staff Writer

December 8, 2017

Filed under Entertainment, Lifestyle

Throughout the years we have gone through many short lived trends. Maybe you can remember nyan cat, the cinnamon challenge, sillybandz and rainbow loom bracelets. Some trends are out of hand one day then completely gone the next...

Health Expo keeps students informed

Alaina Hinkley, Editor

October 12, 2017

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The Health Expo was hosted by Curtis to promote healthy lifestyles and connect students with outside health resources. Held on Friday, April 31, the event was the IB CAS project of seniors Emma Delgado, Alaina Hinkley, Obinna Nwosu,...

Numbers take center stage at math night

Atticus Tacopino, Staff Writer

October 12, 2017

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Each year math night is hosted by the math department to show students and their families how fun math can be. On Thursday, May 11th math night was held in the cafeteria. Attendees were invited to come and indulge in a variety ...

Celebrities speak out

Damilare Samuel Oyetibo

February 7, 2017

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Celebrities are most known for their contribution to humanitarian causes but due to the recent election of United States President, Donald Trump, they have decide to voice their opinions about some very controversial topics. This ...