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Falling Into The Canvas Rabbit Hole
By: Bsant Mohamed This fall, students logged into a new reality: Google classroom is out, and Canvas is in. This switch was poorly received by
No Place for Teens
By: Leah Harrison Adults tell us to “Get off your phone!” but going outside has become harder than ever for today’s teenagers. Whilst not completely
Course Clarity Crisis: To Navigate Course Selection
By Tomar Clark As January approaches and course selection sheets are distributed to Poly students in grades 9-11, many find themselves making critical academic decisions
Sleepy Students: Why are we so tired?
By Victoria Moffatt and Nevaeh King Every fall as students come back to school, one question rings throughout the classroom: Why are students tired?
Our Fellow Officers
By Jaya Boyd & Marcus Kasemeyer With the opening of the Class of 2026’s senior year, there are many things students are questioning at the
Poly Women Make Flag Football History
By: Zyon Kelly Did you know that flag football is the fastest-growing high school girls’ sport in America? According to the National Federation of State
Money, Money, Money: How Poly has been affected by the changes in nationwide and local education funding
By: Alice Bahr How has the current U.S. administration affected funding that supports the local education departments, including Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPSS)? Over the
Back on Top
By Peyton Beach & Shannonmarie Gill with contributors Evan Sampson and London Westlyn The Poly-City football game is the oldest rivalry within Maryland public schools
The Effect of Senioritis on Poly’s Seniors
Seniors aren’t you ready to be done? The last lap of senior year is finally approaching and it is taking a senior toll on our
Junior day goes up in flames
The Junior Ring ceremony is a special event in every Poly student’s time at the school. It is a tradition to commemorate the Junior’s transition
STAFF SPOTLIGHT: A mentor, A teacher, A champion: The Unwavering Legacy of Wavie Gibson III
What if your teacher wasn’t just great in the classroom, but also a legend on the wrestling mat? Meet Mr. Wavie Gibson — a state
The History of The Baltimore Polytechnic Institute’s Alumni Foundation: An Interview with Founding Member, Mr. Pat Tracy ‘72
Background The BPI Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, was started in 1982 by Mr. Pat Tracy and a group of classmates. It has substantially impacted
Senior Inaugural: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
This post contains a collection of photos from the c/o 2025 senior inaugural. The Senior Inaugural is an event held every year to mark the beginning
We ‘Smelt’ It – Who Dealt It?
By: Khi’Lynn Francis, Kayla Green, and Eden Kurz A gas leak happens when natural gas leaks from a pipeline into any area where the gas
Preserving Our Narratives: Poly’s Asian Student Union Goes to Maryland APISAC
By Salloni Gill
Seeking STEM Presenters for Inaugural Student Leadership Conference
The Ingenuity Project and AP Capstone project are hosting a STEM Student Leadership Conference for students across Baltimore City to be held on Thursday, May
Poly Seniors Place 1st and 2nd in Maryland Science Symposium
By Miya Mese-Jones and Maya Molina On February 24th, four Poly seniors journeyed to California, Maryland to present their research at the Department of Defense’s
Poly Places 2nd in the Baltimore City Wrestling Championships
On February 19, the Wrestling District IX Championships, a Baltimore city-wide tournament, were held at the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute. Participating schools included Poly, Digital Harbor, Forest Park, Frederick Douglass, Dunbar, ACCE, and more.
Poly vs City Basketball Recap
Author: Daniel Bowden Editors: Arman Ataei Kachoei, Armin Ataei Kachoei Publisher: Brandon Isbell As always seen between both schools inside and outside the classroom, Poly
Poly Press Winter 2024
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Selecting Your Fine Art: A guide with syllabi and interviews with elective teachers
With course selection impending, there a lot of choices for underclassmen, depending on your track. But one class all Poly students are required to take is a fine art: Drama, Film & Video, Shakespeare, Drawing & Painting, AP Music Theory, AP Art, and Survey of Music. Learn about the different fine arts offered at Poly, watch interviews with each teacher, and peruse syllabi.
Junior Ring Ceremony
Transitioning Elegance: The Junior Ring Ceremony Chronicles the Journey from Underclassmen to Upperclassmen Written By: Colin Lilley Photos Credit: Josh (@5seye_) Introduction: The Junior Ring
POLY SWIMMING TRIUMPHS: A DIVE INTO THE START OF THE 2023 – 2024 SEASON
Diving into success, Poly’s Swim Team showcases collective strength and strategy in their recent victories, setting the stage for a promising season.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Embraces a New Era: Renovation Plans Unveiled
Poly and Western’s renovation plan ushers in a new era of education through shared facilities and an efficient timeline.
Creating Narratively Interesting Characters with the RPG Club
Learn about the RPG club and the workshops they present on creating the best characters and worlds!
LADY ENGINEERS VOLLEYBALL: 2023 SEASON
A Spectacular Season
Authors: Bianca Crainiceanu and Gwyn Andal
Photography: Brandon Faison
Poly-City Football: 135th Edition
What went down at the 2023 Poly-City Game? Author: Daniel Bowden Editor: Bianca Crainiceanu Photo Credits: Kaitlyn Seldon The Poly-City runs deep in the schools’
Poly vs. City Varsity Soccer Game
A Poly Parent gives a detailed account of boys varsity soccer’s victory against the other school.
About the BPI Robotics 2023-24 Season
Learn about the BPI Robotic’s team’s 2023-24 season!
What’s So Special About Our SQUAD?
Learn about SQUAD, an affinity space meant to help BIPOC students balance academic success with social wellbeing.
Face Your Fears at Poly’s Annual Haunted House!
The Undisputed Theatre Club’s Haunted House Extravaganza is the perfect way to uniquely celebrate Halloween. Make sure to look out for when the Haunted House is available for you!
What’s So Great about Science Olympiad? The Leadership Team Answers Your Questions!
Science Olympiad at Poly is back for another amazing year of discovery and competition. Many of you may not know about the Science Olympiad team or what we do, so I’ve assembled the leadership team to answer all your burning questions.
How to Study for the SAT after taking the PSAT
Learn how to prepare for the SAT after receiving your PSAT scores.
The PSAT: What You Need to Know
Hear from two Seniors about their experiences taking and preparing for the PSAT.
Poly (Might) be Relocating in 2 Years. Here’s What You Can Do
In two years, the Poly/Western campus will be renovated and either one or both of the schools will be required to move to a swing
Poly.Tech Competes at UPenn Hackathon
The PennApps competition at the University of Pennsylvania often marks the beginning of the hackathon season for Poly’s resident computer science club Poly.Tech, who competed to create a variety of student-made games, programs, and AI models.
Club Fair Map 2023
On the day of the club fair (Tuesday, Sep 19), the tables will be marked with paper printouts of the numbers, so each club knows
So It’s Your First Year at Poly
So It’s Your First Year at Poly As a rising sophomore, let’s just say I have a vivid memory of freshman year. First day of
Pre-Season Article: Boys Cross-Country 2023
Written by Lucas Masotta Edited by Bianca Crainiceanu, Only a month away from the start of the 2023 cross-country season, the Poly Boys
Clubs Catalogue (Fall 2023)
The 2023 Clubs Catalogue contains a comprehensive list of active clubs at Poly for you to join!
Juniors Vs. Seniors Basketball Game Summary
The highly anticipated “Junior vs. Senior Basketball Game” at Poly’s Spirit Fair was a thrilling display of skill and sportsmanship. With the junior team emerging as the victor in a nail-biting finish, the game united the community in an unforgettable celebration of energy, camaraderie, and fun.
Girls Outdoor Track 2023
Can the girls’ outdoor track team overcome injuries and mental challenges to win the City Championships? With a strong culture of support and determination, this team of 24 athletes, led by coach Latoya Johnson, is ready to sprint to the finish line.
The BHM Assembly Retrospective: Celebrating Black Culture
PolyTechTalk goes behind the scenes to showcase the amazing individuals behind February’s Black History Month Assembly.
Poly Welcomes the Asian Student Union
Learn about Poly’s new club, the Asian Student Union, and read an interview with co-founder Sophi Bender.
Poly Band Receives Superior Rating at City Band Adjudication
The band’s achievement is a significant accomplishment for Director Jerome W. Queen and his students, who have worked extremely hard to achieve their success.
Poly Student Wins Prestigious Essay Contest
Eden Rhodes is a senior at the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute. Rhodes entered the Reginald F. Lewis contest for a well-written essay on Reginald F. Lewis’
Event Recap: Maryland State Vex Robotics Championship
Summary of the Maryland State Vex Spin Up Championship, March 4, 2023 by Ira Geller Last Saturday, four of our robotics teams, 1893A, 1893B, 1893C,
Lady Engineers Advance in the State Playoffs
On February 27th the Poly Girls Varsity Basketball Team beat Milford Mill Academy from Baltimore County at Poly! The final score for the fantastic game
Poly Robotics Update
The Poly Tech Parrots, BPI’s Robotics Team, participated in the latest Baltimore Robotics Center’s event on February 23 in the Baltimore Peninsula. The event, is
2023 Season Preview: Poly Boys Outdoor Track
Poly’s boys track team seeks to silence its doubters and repeat as city champions outdoors.
Poly Wins the 2023 City Championship in Wrestling
A well-rounded effort from Poly’s wrestling squad was enough to overcome 2nd place Digital Harbor.
Course Selection: A Comprehensive Guide
Make sure you’re ready for the Course Selection process at Poly.
Class Of 2024: Running Update Page
Your constantly updated source of information about the Class of 2024!
Girls’ Indoor Track 22′-23′
Poly’s girls’ indoor track team leaps on to this indoor season hoping to repeat last year’s fierce win.
Midterm Week, the Stressful Week Following Break
Midterms at back in session at Poly, and they are they are promptly scheduled for the second week back from break.
What Exactly is Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind?
Learn about the Undisputed Theater Club’s latest play
Tis’ The Season For More Homework
Winter break should be a time of rest and relaxation, not school work.
Taking the PSAT and SAT as a Poly Student
Do you have questions regarding the PSAT or SAT? If so, this article is for you!
Why Can’t Sports Always Have Happy Endings? The Tragic Conclusion to Your Boys Varsity Soccer Team’s Amazing Season.
After an undefeated regular season, Poly’s varsity soccer team entered the state playoffs brimming with confidence. However, their hopes would be dashed by a brutal sequence of events in a game against Franklin HS.
Boys Indoor Track Preview
Poly’s indoor track team hopes to continue its lengthy run of success in track and field.
Our Story
The Story of how two frustrated students with a idea led to the creation of Polytechtalk.com