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City College Magnet School of the Arts (CCMSA) is a 6-12 early college school. With the City College of New York and the Early College Initiative, our primary partners, we have designed a learning community that is supportive and safe, as well as rigorous and challenging. CCMSA students graduate with as much as two years of college credit. The arts are the conduit through which students develop the skills to become problem-solvers, critical thinkers and analytical learners. CCMSA is committed to ensuring that our students succeed not only in college but as valued members of their families and community.

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Flyer for CCMSA cooking workshop.

Join the CCMSA Cooking Workshop!

Get ready to cook! City College Magnet School of the Arts is hosting a Cooking Workshop every Tuesday this March. We’ll kick things off with a virtual planning session on March 3rd at 3:00 PM to discuss what you’d like to learn and gauge interest. All following meetings (March 10, 17, and 24) will be held in-person at 2:40 PM in the 3rd-floor Library. We aim to wrap up by 4:00 PM, with everyone heading home by 4:20 PM.
Virtual Meeting Details (March 3rd only):
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time
Join on Zoom
Questions? Email us at [email protected].

In the Eye of the Sport, Episode 1: World Series Rigged? Black Magic & Daddy Yankee

The 2025 World Series is in the books, and the LA Dodgers have officially pulled off the first back-to-back title run since the early 2000s Yankees. But was it a fair fight? In this heated episode of Within the Eye of the Sport, JC, John, and Justin break down the "Black Magic" and questionable officiating that left the Toronto Blue Jays in the dust. We’re talking about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s near-MVP performance, the clutch (and suspicious) home run from Miguel Rojas, and the heartbreaking game 7 that went all the way to the 11th inning. Plus, our resident soccer expert Angel joins the fray to share his... unique take on baseball history, including the legendary "career" of pitcher/infielder/reggaeton star Daddy Yankee.

**Back-to-Back Blue: ** Analyzing the Dodgers' 2024-2025 dominance and if they’re officially a dynasty.

The "Rigged" Report: Debating the bad strike calls and umpire controversy that haunted Game 7.

Blue Jays Eulogy: A deep dive into Vlad Jr.’s defense and why this loss hurts the most for Toronto fans.

Music vs. Mound: We gently break the news to Angel that Daddy Yankee is not, in fact, an MLB pitcher.

Scary Gossip, Episode 1: Bathroom Banshees & Machete Pranks

In the series premiere of Scary Gossip, the girls are spilling the tea on the paranormal (and the just plain mean) experiences that shaped their childhoods. Join Haley as she recalls the high-stakes mission of using a "haunted" fourth-floor bathroom, while Elina takes us back to the Dominican Republic where a local legend about a murdered woman turned a family sleepover into a night of frantic prayer. We also investigate the mystery of "Andy," the resident school ghost who allegedly pushed a book off a shelf while the girls were hiding in a basement closet. Finally, Donna rounds us out with a core memory of a neighborly "joke" involving a machete and a very traumatized six-year-old. It’s scary, it’s messy, and it’s all the gossip you can handle.

Famous Talk, Episode 1

On the series premiere of Famous Talk, hosts Rique, Jandiel, Jeremiah, and Jadelyn break down the astronomical rise of basketball icon LeBron James. From his humble beginnings living with his grandmother to his massive $18 million rookie recruitment with the "Cleveland Clovers" (Cavaliers), the crew discusses what it really takes to become a legend. We get personal as the team debates how they’d handle a $100 million Laker contract—would you buy an island, invest in schools for kids without father figures, or help your parents retire? Plus, we dive into the intense "legacy pressure" on LeBron’s kids, the reality of NBA life, and why being the "G.O.A.T." isn't just about the money, but the IQ and the ethics.

The Bag: Breaking down LeBron's evolution from high school recruit to a $100M+ veteran.

The "What If" Factor: The crew shares their dreams—from philanthropy and school investments to buying boats.

Son of a King: A candid discussion on the pressure placed on LeBron's children and whether fame makes the path easier or harder.

Retirement Watch: Will he play until he's 50? Predicting the final chapters of a legendary career.
Basketball arena scoreboard showing Home 75, Guest 92 in the final quarter.

Full Court Conversations, Episode 1: "If You Don't Have Haters, You're Not Doing It Right"

In this high-octane debut episode of Full Court Conversations, hosts Whitney and Marcos take us back to where it all began in Washington Heights. The duo traces their journey from middle school teammates to high school standouts, sharing "above" takes on what it really takes to go from being "whack" to dropping 25-point bombs. It’s not just about the offense, though; the guys dive deep into why defense is the secret sauce coaches crave and why the Lakers are currently lacking it. Between venting about FanDuel parlays gone wrong and debating if SGA is a "foul-baiter," the conversation heats up as they rank this year's rookie class—featuring the VJ Edgecom vs. Cooper Flagg debate.
Flyer for CCMSA cooking workshop.

Join the CCMSA Cooking Workshop!

Get ready to cook! City College Magnet School of the Arts is hosting a Cooking Workshop every Tuesday this March. We’ll kick things off with a virtual planning session on March 3rd at 3:00 PM to discuss what you’d like to learn and gauge interest. All following meetings (March 10, 17, and 24) will be held in-person at 2:40 PM in the 3rd-floor Library. We aim to wrap up by 4:00 PM, with everyone heading home by 4:20 PM.
Virtual Meeting Details (March 3rd only):
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time
Join on Zoom
Questions? Email us at [email protected].

In the Eye of the Sport, Episode 1: World Series Rigged? Black Magic & Daddy Yankee

The 2025 World Series is in the books, and the LA Dodgers have officially pulled off the first back-to-back title run since the early 2000s Yankees. But was it a fair fight? In this heated episode of Within the Eye of the Sport, JC, John, and Justin break down the "Black Magic" and questionable officiating that left the Toronto Blue Jays in the dust. We’re talking about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s near-MVP performance, the clutch (and suspicious) home run from Miguel Rojas, and the heartbreaking game 7 that went all the way to the 11th inning. Plus, our resident soccer expert Angel joins the fray to share his... unique take on baseball history, including the legendary "career" of pitcher/infielder/reggaeton star Daddy Yankee.

**Back-to-Back Blue: ** Analyzing the Dodgers' 2024-2025 dominance and if they’re officially a dynasty.

The "Rigged" Report: Debating the bad strike calls and umpire controversy that haunted Game 7.

Blue Jays Eulogy: A deep dive into Vlad Jr.’s defense and why this loss hurts the most for Toronto fans.

Music vs. Mound: We gently break the news to Angel that Daddy Yankee is not, in fact, an MLB pitcher.

Scary Gossip, Episode 1: Bathroom Banshees & Machete Pranks

In the series premiere of Scary Gossip, the girls are spilling the tea on the paranormal (and the just plain mean) experiences that shaped their childhoods. Join Haley as she recalls the high-stakes mission of using a "haunted" fourth-floor bathroom, while Elina takes us back to the Dominican Republic where a local legend about a murdered woman turned a family sleepover into a night of frantic prayer. We also investigate the mystery of "Andy," the resident school ghost who allegedly pushed a book off a shelf while the girls were hiding in a basement closet. Finally, Donna rounds us out with a core memory of a neighborly "joke" involving a machete and a very traumatized six-year-old. It’s scary, it’s messy, and it’s all the gossip you can handle.

Famous Talk, Episode 1

On the series premiere of Famous Talk, hosts Rique, Jandiel, Jeremiah, and Jadelyn break down the astronomical rise of basketball icon LeBron James. From his humble beginnings living with his grandmother to his massive $18 million rookie recruitment with the "Cleveland Clovers" (Cavaliers), the crew discusses what it really takes to become a legend. We get personal as the team debates how they’d handle a $100 million Laker contract—would you buy an island, invest in schools for kids without father figures, or help your parents retire? Plus, we dive into the intense "legacy pressure" on LeBron’s kids, the reality of NBA life, and why being the "G.O.A.T." isn't just about the money, but the IQ and the ethics.

The Bag: Breaking down LeBron's evolution from high school recruit to a $100M+ veteran.

The "What If" Factor: The crew shares their dreams—from philanthropy and school investments to buying boats.

Son of a King: A candid discussion on the pressure placed on LeBron's children and whether fame makes the path easier or harder.

Retirement Watch: Will he play until he's 50? Predicting the final chapters of a legendary career.
Basketball arena scoreboard showing Home 75, Guest 92 in the final quarter.

Full Court Conversations, Episode 1: "If You Don't Have Haters, You're Not Doing It Right"

In this high-octane debut episode of Full Court Conversations, hosts Whitney and Marcos take us back to where it all began in Washington Heights. The duo traces their journey from middle school teammates to high school standouts, sharing "above" takes on what it really takes to go from being "whack" to dropping 25-point bombs. It’s not just about the offense, though; the guys dive deep into why defense is the secret sauce coaches crave and why the Lakers are currently lacking it. Between venting about FanDuel parlays gone wrong and debating if SGA is a "foul-baiter," the conversation heats up as they rank this year's rookie class—featuring the VJ Edgecom vs. Cooper Flagg debate.
Flyer for CCMSA cooking workshop.

Join the CCMSA Cooking Workshop!

Get ready to cook! City College Magnet School of the Arts is hosting a Cooking Workshop every Tuesday this March. We’ll kick things off with a virtual planning session on March 3rd at 3:00 PM to discuss what you’d like to learn and gauge interest. All following meetings (March 10, 17, and 24) will be held in-person at 2:40 PM in the 3rd-floor Library. We aim to wrap up by 4:00 PM, with everyone heading home by 4:20 PM.
Virtual Meeting Details (March 3rd only):
Time: 3:00 PM Eastern Time
Join on Zoom
Questions? Email us at [email protected].

In the Eye of the Sport, Episode 1: World Series Rigged? Black Magic & Daddy Yankee

The 2025 World Series is in the books, and the LA Dodgers have officially pulled off the first back-to-back title run since the early 2000s Yankees. But was it a fair fight? In this heated episode of Within the Eye of the Sport, JC, John, and Justin break down the "Black Magic" and questionable officiating that left the Toronto Blue Jays in the dust. We’re talking about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s near-MVP performance, the clutch (and suspicious) home run from Miguel Rojas, and the heartbreaking game 7 that went all the way to the 11th inning. Plus, our resident soccer expert Angel joins the fray to share his... unique take on baseball history, including the legendary "career" of pitcher/infielder/reggaeton star Daddy Yankee.

**Back-to-Back Blue: ** Analyzing the Dodgers' 2024-2025 dominance and if they’re officially a dynasty.

The "Rigged" Report: Debating the bad strike calls and umpire controversy that haunted Game 7.

Blue Jays Eulogy: A deep dive into Vlad Jr.’s defense and why this loss hurts the most for Toronto fans.

Music vs. Mound: We gently break the news to Angel that Daddy Yankee is not, in fact, an MLB pitcher.

Scary Gossip, Episode 1: Bathroom Banshees & Machete Pranks

In the series premiere of Scary Gossip, the girls are spilling the tea on the paranormal (and the just plain mean) experiences that shaped their childhoods. Join Haley as she recalls the high-stakes mission of using a "haunted" fourth-floor bathroom, while Elina takes us back to the Dominican Republic where a local legend about a murdered woman turned a family sleepover into a night of frantic prayer. We also investigate the mystery of "Andy," the resident school ghost who allegedly pushed a book off a shelf while the girls were hiding in a basement closet. Finally, Donna rounds us out with a core memory of a neighborly "joke" involving a machete and a very traumatized six-year-old. It’s scary, it’s messy, and it’s all the gossip you can handle.

Famous Talk, Episode 1

On the series premiere of Famous Talk, hosts Rique, Jandiel, Jeremiah, and Jadelyn break down the astronomical rise of basketball icon LeBron James. From his humble beginnings living with his grandmother to his massive $18 million rookie recruitment with the "Cleveland Clovers" (Cavaliers), the crew discusses what it really takes to become a legend. We get personal as the team debates how they’d handle a $100 million Laker contract—would you buy an island, invest in schools for kids without father figures, or help your parents retire? Plus, we dive into the intense "legacy pressure" on LeBron’s kids, the reality of NBA life, and why being the "G.O.A.T." isn't just about the money, but the IQ and the ethics.

The Bag: Breaking down LeBron's evolution from high school recruit to a $100M+ veteran.

The "What If" Factor: The crew shares their dreams—from philanthropy and school investments to buying boats.

Son of a King: A candid discussion on the pressure placed on LeBron's children and whether fame makes the path easier or harder.

Retirement Watch: Will he play until he's 50? Predicting the final chapters of a legendary career.
Basketball arena scoreboard showing Home 75, Guest 92 in the final quarter.

Full Court Conversations, Episode 1: "If You Don't Have Haters, You're Not Doing It Right"

In this high-octane debut episode of Full Court Conversations, hosts Whitney and Marcos take us back to where it all began in Washington Heights. The duo traces their journey from middle school teammates to high school standouts, sharing "above" takes on what it really takes to go from being "whack" to dropping 25-point bombs. It’s not just about the offense, though; the guys dive deep into why defense is the secret sauce coaches crave and why the Lakers are currently lacking it. Between venting about FanDuel parlays gone wrong and debating if SGA is a "foul-baiter," the conversation heats up as they rank this year's rookie class—featuring the VJ Edgecom vs. Cooper Flagg debate.
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In the Eye of the Sport, Episode 1: World Series Rigged? Black Magic & Daddy Yankee

The 2025 World Series is in the books, and the LA Dodgers have officially pulled off the first back-to-back title run since the early 2000s Yankees. But was it a fair fight? In this heated episode of Within the Eye of the Sport, JC, John, and Justin break down the "Black Magic" and questionable officiating that left the Toronto Blue Jays in the dust. We’re talking about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s near-MVP performance, the clutch (and suspicious) home run from Miguel Rojas, and the heartbreaking game 7 that went all the way to the 11th inning. Plus, our resident soccer expert Angel joins the fray to share his... unique take on baseball history, including the legendary "career" of pitcher/infielder/reggaeton star Daddy Yankee.

**Back-to-Back Blue: ** Analyzing the Dodgers' 2024-2025 dominance and if they’re officially a dynasty.

The "Rigged" Report: Debating the bad strike calls and umpire controversy that haunted Game 7.

Blue Jays Eulogy: A deep dive into Vlad Jr.’s defense and why this loss hurts the most for Toronto fans.

Music vs. Mound: We gently break the news to Angel that Daddy Yankee is not, in fact, an MLB pitcher.

Scary Gossip, Episode 1: Bathroom Banshees & Machete Pranks

In the series premiere of Scary Gossip, the girls are spilling the tea on the paranormal (and the just plain mean) experiences that shaped their childhoods. Join Haley as she recalls the high-stakes mission of using a "haunted" fourth-floor bathroom, while Elina takes us back to the Dominican Republic where a local legend about a murdered woman turned a family sleepover into a night of frantic prayer. We also investigate the mystery of "Andy," the resident school ghost who allegedly pushed a book off a shelf while the girls were hiding in a basement closet. Finally, Donna rounds us out with a core memory of a neighborly "joke" involving a machete and a very traumatized six-year-old. It’s scary, it’s messy, and it’s all the gossip you can handle.

Famous Talk, Episode 1

On the series premiere of Famous Talk, hosts Rique, Jandiel, Jeremiah, and Jadelyn break down the astronomical rise of basketball icon LeBron James. From his humble beginnings living with his grandmother to his massive $18 million rookie recruitment with the "Cleveland Clovers" (Cavaliers), the crew discusses what it really takes to become a legend. We get personal as the team debates how they’d handle a $100 million Laker contract—would you buy an island, invest in schools for kids without father figures, or help your parents retire? Plus, we dive into the intense "legacy pressure" on LeBron’s kids, the reality of NBA life, and why being the "G.O.A.T." isn't just about the money, but the IQ and the ethics.

The Bag: Breaking down LeBron's evolution from high school recruit to a $100M+ veteran.

The "What If" Factor: The crew shares their dreams—from philanthropy and school investments to buying boats.

Son of a King: A candid discussion on the pressure placed on LeBron's children and whether fame makes the path easier or harder.

Retirement Watch: Will he play until he's 50? Predicting the final chapters of a legendary career.
Basketball arena scoreboard showing Home 75, Guest 92 in the final quarter.

Full Court Conversations, Episode 1: "If You Don't Have Haters, You're Not Doing It Right"

In this high-octane debut episode of Full Court Conversations, hosts Whitney and Marcos take us back to where it all began in Washington Heights. The duo traces their journey from middle school teammates to high school standouts, sharing "above" takes on what it really takes to go from being "whack" to dropping 25-point bombs. It’s not just about the offense, though; the guys dive deep into why defense is the secret sauce coaches crave and why the Lakers are currently lacking it. Between venting about FanDuel parlays gone wrong and debating if SGA is a "foul-baiter," the conversation heats up as they rank this year's rookie class—featuring the VJ Edgecom vs. Cooper Flagg debate.
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For the Girls, by the Girls, Episode 2: Setting Boundaries

On today's episode we talk about how girls can set boundaries, how we developed from our personal experiences and the boundaries that we set as a result of these instances. We share our boundaries as well a share advice to our audience on how to set your own boundaries.

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