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Students assemble at the QC track to look at the solar eclipse through protective glasses.
Science Department leads Solar Eclipse viewing experience at Queens College
April 26, 2024
Students present at the first Symposium in June 2015.
Seniors to present research on literary anti-heroes at QC next month, marking ten years of the Humanities Symposium
April 24, 2024
Seniors discuss how FAFSA impacted their college application process.
Seniors reflect on FAFSA delays impact on their college application process
April 12, 2024
Students assemble at the QC track to look at the solar eclipse through protective glasses.
Solar eclipse special schedule makes room for school-wide viewing event at the QC track
April 9, 2024
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
April 5, 2024
What Will Affirmative Action Mean for College Decisions?
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Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
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Students partake in the Henrietta Lacks bracelet making event
Biomedical Ethic class fundraises to honor the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks
April 19, 2024
Students share spring break plans.
Teens share plans as spring break approaches
April 17, 2024
Mr. Owens, a classical languages teacher.
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Owens’ journey from pursuing law to teaching Latin
April 15, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: Students share their opinions on the new homework policy
March 20, 2024
Room 410 offers a variety of seating options to best accommodate student needs and foster a comfortable environment
OPINION: It’s time to move beyond rows of desks and transform more classrooms into inviting learning spaces
March 10, 2024
As students choose courses for the upcoming year they question how many AP classes they should take.
How Many is Too Many? The Debate Over the Number of AP Courses Students Should Take in a Year
March 7, 2024
Tech-free Tuesdays can provide some much needed relaxation in the school environment
Opinion: Institute a Tech-free Tuesday tradition in classrooms to detox from an overreliance on classroom technology
February 23, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: New course offerings released for elective signup period
February 19, 2024
The Addams family production.
The show must go on: cast of The Addams Family discusses the challenges and stresses of bringing a play to life
May 1, 2024
As the spring weather warms up the city, Harrisites share their favorite trends.
Harrisites share their favorite trends for this spring
April 25, 2024
AP Literature students listen as author Soraya Palmer addresses them in the THHS library.
AP Literature class pairs up with the Lambda Literary LGBTQ Writers in Schools Program
April 21, 2024
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Watch the Nightingale Theatre Company’s spring musical: The Addams Family
April 14, 2024
Eid-al Fitr represents the ending of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims.
Eid al-Fitr: Harrisites reflect on the commemoration of Ramadan
April 13, 2024
Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
After Steel Hawks place fourth at the Robotics Competition in Albany, team members reflect on season
April 18, 2024
The Steel Hawks make their boba easily accessible as you can purchase it during lunch and order it on your phone.
To build a better robot, the robotics team goes into business with boba
March 14, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.
Digital note taking vs. paper note taking
March 11, 2024
ModIT invites former president and Princeton student, Sonia Hasko, to talk to current club members
Alumna Sonia Hasko returns to address ModIT members
February 25, 2024
New color-coded bins stand along the cafeteria walls with arrows and instructive boards behind them.
Curbside Composting Program transforms the cafeteria’s garbage disposal process, though some are reluctant to comply
February 22, 2024
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Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? (Townsend Harris Edition)

Toluwanimi Oyeleye and Tenzing Gurung • January 11, 2024
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Townsend Harris seniors attempted to answer of serious of questions about many different topics. The questions were modeled after the American game show, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?  You can watch the video on The Classic YouTube channel linked above.
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Toluwanimi Oyeleye
Toluwanimi Oyeleye, Managing Editor
Toluwanimi is a junior at Townsend Harris High School. She enjoys playing volleyball and reading in her free time. Her favorite show is The Office. When she has the opportunity, she also loves assembling things such as furniture.
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