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The Reading Initiative hosts a trip to Massachusetts
Reading Initiative brings close to a hundred students on an overnight trip to tour New England literary history
May 4, 2024
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
As AP season begins students across all grades share how they are preparing.
As AP season arrives, students share study methods and advice
May 7, 2024
What Will Affirmative Action Mean for College Decisions?
April 28, 2024
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
April 20, 2024
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
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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Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
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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
Rina Chen, Staff Writer • 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
Andrew Gurcharan, Staff Writer • March 7, 2024
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College flags line the walls in the guidance office.
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As the spring weather warms up the city, Harrisites share their favorite trends.
AP Literature students listen as author Soraya Palmer addresses them in the THHS library.
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Eid-al Fitr represents the ending of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims.
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Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
The Steel Hawks make their boba easily accessible as you can purchase it during lunch and order it on your phone.
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.
ModIT invites former president and Princeton student, Sonia Hasko, to talk to current club members
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