Manhattan Center For Science & MathematicsStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
8
Local details
9

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 10, 2026 – Jun 26, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

ARISTA
The school's chapter of the National Honor Society
ASPIRA
A student leadership club focused on Latino culture and community service

G

GSA
Gender and Sexuality Alliance student club

M

Manhattan Center
The most frequent way students refer to the school in conversation
MCSM
The standard acronym used by students, faculty, and in written communications

S

S.O.
Student Organization, the school's student government body

T

The Caf
The school cafeteria located within the Isaac Newton Center building
The Deli
Common reference to the local bodegas on 116th Street and 1st Avenue where students buy lunch or snacks

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
CAASS
The electronic system used to scan student ID cards for attendance and building entry
Isaac Newton
The Isaac Newton Center for Math and Science, the building that houses MCSM
lunch_lounge
Lunch Lounge
mcsm_cafeteria
MCSM Cafeteria
OMNY
The digital tap-to-pay transit system used with student ID/transit passes for commuting
Period 0
Early bird classes that start before the standard first period of the day
Regents
New York State standardized exams required for graduation, a major focus of the school's curriculum
The 6
The 6 subway line, the primary train used by students at the 116th Street station
The Bridge
The enclosed walkway connecting different wings or sections of the school building

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What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 10, 2026 – Jun 26, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in New York for Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in New York.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,800

Cost of Living Index

180

Student Population

600,000

City Transportation

Walkability

88

Bikeability

70

Public Transit

New York City Subway, Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus system, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, Staten Island Ferry

Nearest Airports

John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55.3°F

Avg Snowfall

25.8 in

Data sources: World Population Review (2026), Wikipedia, U.S. Census Bureau, NYC Department of City Planning

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Street Parking

street • Low

Available along Pleasant Avenue and surrounding streets; high competition during school hours.

Campus News

Latest updates from Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics

Fall 2026 Open House Tours Announced

MCSM invites prospective students and families for fall tours led by the National Honor Society. Tours are available on select weekdays and Saturdays.

Oct 4, 2026

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Introduction of PROSE Days for 2026-2027

The school has implemented a modified half-day schedule for certain dates where students attend from 8:30 AM to 11:40 AM for assessments.

Aug 13, 2026

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Severe weather protocols for NYC Public Schools include potential shifts to remote learning for all high school students if school closures are declared.

Severe weather protocols for NYC Public Schools include potential shifts to remote learning for all high school students if school closures are declared.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics

SUNY New Paltz College Visit

October 28, 2026

College Office

Information session for MCSM Juniors and Seniors only. Students must have lunch, a free period, or teacher permission to attend.

University of Florida College Visit

October 28, 2026

College Office

Information session for MCSM Juniors and Seniors only. Scheduled from 11:00 AM to 11:40 AM.

The George Washington University College Visit

October 29, 2026

College Office

Information session for MCSM Juniors and Seniors only. Scheduled from 1:20 PM to 2:00 PM.

Halloween Dance Party

October 30, 2026

Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics

After-school Halloween celebration and dance party scheduled for 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Open House Tour (Saturday Session)

November 7, 2026

Manhattan Center For Science & Mathematics

In-person tour led by National Honor Society students from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM. Note: Most tours are currently closed to new registrations due to capacity.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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