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Seniors in celebrate their time in FON on stage for the finale.
FON 2023 stages four shows, showcasing dancing talent from around the world
March 20, 2023
New compatibility app makes its mark
New compatibility app makes its mark
March 20, 2023
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
Courtesy of Azreen Abrar
Student Spotlight: Sophomore Azreen Abrar serves as youth consultant for nonprofit supporting South Asian community
March 23, 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
OPINION: Artificial intelligence raises alarm about cheating, calling for changes in education
OPINION: Artificial intelligence raises alarm about cheating, calling for changes in education
March 24, 2023
Amy Jiang
OPINION: After remote learning, field trips are more important than ever
March 21, 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
Alumni Spotlight: Class of ‘22 Lynda Irizarry returns to coach vocals for spring musical
Alumni Spotlight: Class of ‘22 Lynda Irizarry returns to coach vocals for spring musical
March 22, 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
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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Senior earns rare College Board distinction

Senior earns rare College Board distinction

Julia Wojtkowski • November 18, 2019

Last spring, current Senior Rachel Zheng received a letter from Trevor Packer, Senior Vice President of the AP and Instruction of the College Board, congratulating her on her performance on the AP Seminar...

Q&A with Class of 2019 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Q&A with Class of 2019 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Ilma Aamir • June 23, 2019

The valedictorian and salutatorian of Townsend Harris’ Class of 2019 were honored at the Baccalaureate Awards Ceremony, which took place on June 3rd. Valedictorian Atia Ahmed and salutatorian Nefertari...

Photo by Sofia Milonas

School community reacts to major change in dress code enforcement

Isabelle Guillaume and Danielle Amster • February 1, 2019

At Monday’s faculty meeting, Principal Brian Condon announced to the faculty a change in the procedure for dress code enforcement. The new procedure transfers responsibility for overseeing the dress...

To stand or not to stand: the controversy over The Pledge of Allegiance

To stand or not to stand: the controversy over The Pledge of Allegiance

Ilma Aamir • May 11, 2018

Additional reporting by Aresha Parjohn, staff writer Observing the classrooms of Townsend Harris at the start of Band 2, one might find a peculiar scene as the Pledge of Allegiance is recited over the...

The Bridge Year Program: the pre-college experience at THHS

The Bridge Year Program: the pre-college experience at THHS

Jacqueline Woo and Maimunah Virk • April 23, 2018

By Maimunah Virk and Jacqueline Woo, staff writers With the school year coming to a close, the class of 2019 recently selected their Queens College electives, one of the many benefits from the collaboration...

Harrisites join nationwide student walkout

Harrisites join nationwide student walkout

Julianna Zitron and Nerfertari Elshiekh • March 13, 2018

The school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida has prompted nationwide calls for action from students, teachers, parents, and legislatures regarding gun violence and...

MSA hosts Hennafest 2018

MSA hosts Hennafest 2018

Nefertari Elshiekh • January 16, 2018

The Muslim Student Association (MSA) and Assistant Principal Ellen Fee, their advisor, recently hosted Hennafest 2018, after it was postponed because of a snow storm. The first Hennafest was held in...

New policies for FON

New policies for FON

Jacqueline Woo and Bindu Koyi • December 18, 2017

By Bindu Koyi and Jacqueline Woo, staff writers With the start of the month of December comes the initiation of one of the most highly anticipated productions at Townsend Harris High School: the Festival...

Moot Court team wins first competition of the season

Moot Court team wins first competition of the season

Nefertari Elshiekh • November 24, 2017

By Nefertari Elshiekh, staff writer The Moot Court team recently competed in their first competition of the season at Fordham University and took home first place. They will be advancing to the next...

School considers adding water bottle fountains

School considers adding water bottle fountains

Isabelle Guillaume • October 4, 2017

By Isabelle Guillaume, staff writer A dream proposed by students four years ago is in the works as of this year. Assistant Principal of Organization Ms. Ellen Fee is considering a plan for installing...

Q&A with Class of 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

By Rabia Hasan and News Editor • June 12, 2017

  Valedictorian Marina Aweeda and salutatorian Katerina Jou of 2017 were honored at the Baccalaureate Awards Ceremony, which took place on June 5. Marina and Katrina shared a few things about Townsend...

Special Education teacher Georgia Brandeis to remain at Townsend Harris

Special Education teacher Georgia Brandeis to remain at Townsend Harris

Sumaita Hasan • June 7, 2017

Special Education teacher Georgia Brandeis, who had planned to take a new job at the Queens North borough field support office Queens earlier in the year, will be staying at Townsend Harris High School....

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