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The New Dealer

The student news site of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School

The New Dealer

The Ongoing Legacy of Russification
The Ongoing Legacy of Russification
Irakli K., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Albert Razin, a 79-year-old scientist, uttered his final words before setting himself on fire: 'If my language dies tomorrow, then I'm ready to die today.' Moments later, he made good on that promise. Razin's death was in response to one of many of Putin's policies: ending the mandatory education of minority languages in schools. This decision struck...

Switching Styles Like Seasons.The NYC Way.
Switching Styles Like Seasons.The NYC Way.
Miyah W., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Did you know New York City is one of the fashion capitals? As the leaves start changing and the air gets cooler, fall fashion is all about mixing style with the season's change. Coming from bright yellow tank tops, shorts, and sandals during the summer, in Autumn, you may see a lot of burgundy and brown colors. As the weather gets cooler, you'll see...

The Streetwear Movement
The Streetwear Movement
Daniel B-G., Contributer • October 9, 2024

What is Streetwear ? Streetwear is an ever changing fashion style that is accessible to everyone, whether you make it look good- is based on your own personal style. The subscribers to the streetwear style are not some shady circle of elites running the world, instead an open community supporting self exploration. The Origin Streetwear, as a movement,...

brat
brat
Alan L., Contributor • October 9, 2024

If there is a color that can define the summer of 2024, it will be that highly saturated neon green. And if there is a name for that color, it will be brat green. From a wall in Lower Brooklyn to anyone’s profile on X, and eventually a part of the presidential campaign from a popular candidate the neon green color had already blasted a huge storm...

Earth Gets a Mini-Moon for Two Months!
Earth Gets a Mini-Moon for Two Months!
Jenny Z., Contributor • October 9, 2024

In a surprising event, Earth has temporarily gained a new mini-moon! This small asteroid, named 2024 CD3, was recently captured by Earth's gravity and will orbit our planet for about two months. The discovery, made earlier this month, has excited both scientists and stargazers, offering a unique chance to observe a close celestial neighbor. What We...

We All Love "Bad" People.
We All Love "Bad" People.
Vivian C., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Why do you love your friends? Your family? Your lover? Celebrities, idols? Why do you love the people in your life? It could be their qualities, traits, how dependable they are, kindness, understanding, or how forgiving they are. Moreover, the way they make you feel, how they treat you, and their accomplishments, can influence your feelings about...

Butterflies
Butterflies
Student, Poet • October 9, 2024

They continue to haunt my mind I feel them crawling in my heart Screaming in agony with broken wings It was never meant to be this hard   Over...

Senioritis In a Nutshell (an acrostic poem)
Senioritis In a Nutshell (an acrostic poem)
Sahyana P., Poet • October 9, 2024

Slow months go by, when will it be June some of us repeat? Each day is exhausting and waking up early is becoming a pain. New year, new expectations,...

The Beginning of Another Wonderful Year: An Interview With Ms. Katz
The Beginning of Another Wonderful Year: An Interview With Ms. Katz
Umida I., Contributor • October 9, 2024

The New Dealer kicks off another school year with our annual interview with Principal Katz! This is a year which has significant changes at FDR, so a special...

Senior Year Survival Guide: How To Stay On Track For College
Senior Year Survival Guide: How To Stay On Track For College
Umida I., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Senior year is a whirlwind of excitement, but it’s also filled with important tasks that will shape your college future. While it’s easy to get caught...

Free Opportunity for HS Students
Free Opportunity for HS Students
Yangzhen C., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Are you a high school student seeking free access to a network of unique resources, events, and opportunities? Students for the Future Inc. is a 501(c)(3)...

All About The Literacy Team!
All About The Literacy Team!
Sevinch S., Editor • October 9, 2024

FDR High School is not only filled with opportunities and challenges that help students grow, but also a diverse set of assisting teams that ensure students...

Join the Theater Program!
Join the Theater Program!
Jia Xin C., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Come join us this year for our Theater Program. We’re looking for actors and tech crew members!  In my experience as part of the theater tech crew,...

The Henna Club: A Method For Temporary Tattoos
The Henna Club: A Method For Temporary Tattoos
Nayana I., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Did you ever want a tattoo, but you’re way too indecisive? Or maybe you want to try something new, but you are afraid of not liking it forever. Tattoos...

Starbucks Visits FDR!
Starbucks Visits FDR!
Staff October 9, 2024

On Friday, September 27th, the FDR staff was visited by Starbuck's for some morning coffee! Ms. Wallace, our Assistant Principal of Social Studies, arranged...

Behind the Scenes of the 2025 Yearbook!
Behind the Scenes of the 2025 Yearbook!
Shahrizoda N. October 3, 2024

Are you interested in the yearbook and want to know more about it?  In this article, The New Dealer interviewed the Editor-In-Chief of the yearbook Vicki...

F.D.R. Boys Soccer Team: Ready To Kick Off An Amazing Season!
F.D.R. Boys Soccer Team: Ready To Kick Off An Amazing Season!
Sleed S., Contributor • October 9, 2024

As the school year kicks into gear, and the leaves start to fall, there’s an electric buzz surrounding the Boys Soccer team at F.D.R. High School. Over...

FDR's Girls Varsity Volleyball Team
FDR's Girls Varsity Volleyball Team
Natalie W., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's Varsity Girls Volleyball team is more than just a physical activity; there have been stages for growth, unity,...

Highlighting FDR's Student Athletes
Highlighting FDR's Student Athletes
Binafsha B., Contributor • October 9, 2024

At FDR High School, there are countless opportunities for students to get involved in extracurricular activities, particularly sports. To help raise awareness,...

Want To Join a Sports Team?
Want To Join a Sports Team?
Shahrizoda N., Contributor • October 3, 2024

Are you interested in sports and want to be part of a team but don’t know how to join? Well, this is the perfect article for you. I will tell you...

Boo-tiful Ideas: 10 Fun Activities For Halloween
Boo-tiful Ideas: 10 Fun Activities For Halloween
Evelin and Solymar, Contributer • October 9, 2024

As the weather starts changing and Halloween creeps closer, bringing a season of chills, fun, and spookiness, there are various activities to embrace the...

Senior Year: Our Journey to Graduation!
Senior Year: Our Journey to Graduation!
Isaiah B. October 9, 2024

Senior year is here, and the clock is ticking down until college applications, homecoming, prom, and graduation. With the pressure coming up, I made a...

Get To Know Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
Get To Know Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
Marjona U., Contributor • October 9, 2024

Uzbekistan is one of the top producers of cotton in the world. In addition to being well-known for its vineyards and orchards, it is crucial for the production...