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New disciplinary policies are introduced at THHS to change how students are penalized after an infraction.
After demerits system dies out, detention debuts in new discipline policy
March 17, 2023
The three-year anniversary of COVID-19 marks a time of reflection and resolutions going forward into a more normal future.
Pandemic life: three years after the schools shut down in NYC
March 16, 2023
Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.
Welcoming new Classical Greek & Latin Teacher: Adam Williams
March 13, 2023
Harrislam competes in and hosts MIST NY 2023
Harrislam competes in and hosts MIST NY 2023
March 8, 2023
The Phoenix contributes to Valentine’s Day fun with Mad Libs fundraiser
The Phoenix contributes to Valentine’s Day fun with Mad Libs fundraiser
February 27, 2023
Irene Skandalakis, producer of The 27 Podcast.
Senior Spotlight: Irene Skandalakis marvels as podcast producer
March 13, 2023
Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry
Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry
March 7, 2023
This image was created with the assistance of DALL·E 2, an AI image generator. The prompt used to create this image was: “A robot writes an essay on paper while sitting at a desk in a classroom with human students, in the style of a comic book.”
Is ChatGPT upending learning? Survey shows most THHS students are unfamiliar with the AI, but some have begun using it for class
March 2, 2023
Students plan to do academic and recreational activities over Mid-Winter break.
How Harrisites are spending their midwinter break
February 22, 2023
Two writing samples and a video introduction are the key aspects of the 2023 admissions process.
Teachers assess thousands of writing and video samples from eighth grade applicants under new admissions system
February 10, 2023
Many colleges see students social media accounts as digital portfolios; students question the fairness of it.
College admissions officers viewing applicants’ social media should not be “fair game”
March 10, 2023
The College Board announces its new AP African American Studies Course, but amid controversy, doesnt recognize that the content should not be optional for students.
Editorial: Colleges must fight back against attempts to remove key topics from the new AP African American Studies course
February 28, 2023
While virtual parent teacher conferences are convenient, they should be coupled with in-person conferences to create a hybrid parent-teacher conference model.
The case for hybrid parent-teacher conferences
February 24, 2023
Students discuss their opinions on what aspects of Townsend Harris make it a reputable school.
Opinion Roundup: What makes THHS worthy of its reputation?
February 17, 2023
Editorial: Two essays and a video is too much to ask of eighth grade applicants
Editorial: Two essays and a video is too much to ask of eighth grade applicants
January 31, 2023
Harrisites celebrate Valentines Day with pancakes and love poems at the Read Dating event, offered by the THHS Reading Initiative.
Reading Initiative offers love poems and pancakes for “read-dating” event
March 16, 2023
ModIT holds monthlong investing competition
ModIT holds monthlong investing competition
March 15, 2023
The FON finale.
FON 2023 Highlights
March 13, 2023
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
March 12, 2023
Phoenix hosts Open Mic event for writers and artists to share their work
Phoenix hosts Open Mic event for writers and artists to share their work
March 8, 2023
The Townsend Harris Science Olympiad team wins several medals at Regionals, with Team A placing 2nd overall.
SciOly wins second place at Regionals
March 9, 2023
As technology continues to evolve, AI art continues to be a cheap and accessible source of imagery for artists, students, and writers alike, but it can be both beneficial and harmful.
The AI Art Boom
March 3, 2023
Excessive use of headphones can lead to long-term hearing loss.
How headphones can affect your hearing
February 23, 2023
A popular conglomerate called 3M plans to stop production of PFAS in efforts to make the world more sustainable.
3M to stop production of “forever chemical” PFAS by 2025
February 16, 2023
A new study reveals effects of the pandemic on the brain, and Harrisites share their feelings about it.
How the Pandemic Changed Your Brain: Study shows that COVID shutdown quickened development of teenage brain structure
February 16, 2023
The FON finale.
FON 2023 Highlights
March 13, 2023
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
March 12, 2023
Senior advisor, Mr. Gelbman in the dunk tank.
SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023
February 2, 2023
2022 Wrapped: The Classics Year in Review
2022 Wrapped: The Classic’s Year in Review
December 30, 2022
Concert band bowing after their performance.
SLIDESHOW: Winter Concert 2022
December 16, 2022
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Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.

Welcoming new Classical Greek & Latin Teacher: Adam Williams

Jackie Chen, Copy Chief/News Copy Editor • March 13, 2023

After mid-winter break, the Classical Languages department at Townsend Harris High School welcomed Adam Williams as a new teacher. Filling in for Greek and Latin teacher George Hagerty after he left for...

Irene Skandalakis, producer of The 27 Podcast.

Senior Spotlight: Irene Skandalakis marvels as podcast producer

Eileen Wang, Staff Writer • March 13, 2023

From the action packed movies, to the engaging TV shows, the Marvel franchise has been a popular discussion topic among Harristes. Throughout the year, Senior Irene Skandalakis has worked alongside history...

Watch the FON 2023 Livestream

Watch the FON 2023 Livestream

Ryan Young • March 12, 2023

This weekend, students put on the 2023 Festival of Nations. The Classic live-streamed the evening performances. Due to copyright issues with some of the songs played during the performance, YouTube has...

The College Board announces its new AP African American Studies Course, but amid controversy, doesnt recognize that the content should not be optional for students.

Editorial: Colleges must fight back against attempts to remove key topics from the new AP African American Studies course

The Editorial Board • February 28, 2023

In the late days of January 2023, the largest provider of standardized testing in the United States, the College Board, announced its new Advanced Placement (AP) African American studies course, which...

The Phoenix contributes to Valentine’s Day fun with Mad Libs fundraiser

The Phoenix contributes to Valentine’s Day fun with Mad Libs fundraiser

Sabrina Epstein, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023

Many Townsend Harris clubs took the opportunity to fundraise before and during Valentine’s Day. Among them was The Phoenix, the school’s literary magazine, which sold “Mad Libs” to students to...

While virtual parent teacher conferences are convenient, they should be coupled with in-person conferences to create a hybrid parent-teacher conference model.

The case for hybrid parent-teacher conferences

Lucas Kim • February 24, 2023

Parent-teacher conferences at New York City schools were forced online in 2020 amid the COVID-19 crisis, as in-person learning was deemed risky due to the potential transmission of the virus. While in-person...

Excessive use of headphones can lead to long-term hearing loss.

How headphones can affect your hearing

Aastha Patel, Staff Writer • February 23, 2023

Many people wear headphones throughout the day to enjoy music, podcasts, and more. However, excessive usage can easily impair the auditory nerve and the inner ear’s hair cells, potentially resulting...

A logo for the newly founded Starling Press.

English teachers unveil the ‘Starling Press,’ a student publishing house at THHS

Kelly Gildea and Ella Kim • February 16, 2023

Faculty members in the Humanities Department have launched a new student publishing house that will seek to publish books by student authors from within Townsend Harris and from across the city. Advised...

The Bengali FON leaders.

Bengali FON: celebrating the old and showcasing the new

Jasmyn Pillay, Staff Writer • February 14, 2023

As the second semester kicks off, one of Townsend Harris High School’s highly anticipated events is in full swing: the Festival of Nations (FON). This year’s Bengali FON leaders, senior Nowyshin Mridula...

Sustainable chocolates to gift this Valentine’s day.

Sustainable Chocolate Choices To Give Your Valentine

Ayoub Ayoub, Aima Hossen, and Deacon Chin • February 9, 2023

Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity for lovers and friends to express their affection for one another, particularly through gifts. One of the most popular items shared on this occasion would be...

Seniors discuss the college sports recruitment process.

Harrisite athletes talk the college recruitment experience

Chloe Mau and Melinda Wang • February 6, 2023

With the strenuous college application season mostly in the rearview mirror, many Harrisites are awaiting college decisions in anticipation of their journey after high school. In particular, several athletes...

Editorial: Two essays and a video is too much to ask of eighth grade applicants

Editorial: Two essays and a video is too much to ask of eighth grade applicants

The Editorial Board • January 31, 2023

In December 2022, students in the eighth grade rushed to submit their applications to Townsend Harris High School and many other NYC public high schools. However, the application process for THHS looked...

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