Science Olympiad, a nationally recognized STEM competition, is well known for its challenging events and prestigious awards. However, what often goes unnoticed is the intensive preparation students undergo...

The Tech Crew at Townsend Harris manages the technology during every school production, whether that’s FON, S!NG, school concerts, or the spring musical. The club plays a pivotal role in ensuring the...

Senior Isaac Wong is an involved member of the Townsend Harris STEM community. He is a founding member of Hack Club, President of the Steel Hawks Robotics Team, and Build Coordinator for Science Olympiad. As...

For over two decades, science teacher John Tsai has taught physics to Townsend Harris students. He’s helped coach PSAL teams. He’s also the parent of two THHS graduates. However, he is perhaps most...

At Townsend Harris High School, The Youth Medical Association (YMA) is  a gateway for students to expand their knowledge of the medical field. With the help of YMA International, YMA’s board members...

The Young Women in STEM club explores science and math through creative and hands-on methods to empower women who are passionate about STEM. The club has shared new strategies to improve turnout at their...

As the winter months settle in, bringing shorter days and colder nights, many students and teachers at Townsend Harris High School find themselves facing a shift in mood and energy.  According to the...

This fall has seen the debut of “The Chemistry of Cooking,” an elective offered to students who have completed both Biology and Chemistry. The course, taught by science teacher Joel Heitman, combines...

Townsend Harris High School students have come to take the well-prepared lab setups and clean equipment for granted. But many don’t realize the pivotal role that lab specialist Mark McHugh plays behind...

In a significant shift for the Advanced Placement (AP) program, the College Board has announced that “standard paper testing will be discontinued” for 28 AP exams and replaced by a  digital format,...

This past fall, the Girls Who Code Club made its debut at Townsend Harris High School as a new STEM-based club that advocates for women in the field of computer science.  Branching from the international...

It is not a secret that AI, artificial intelligence, has become both influential and prevalent in various fields of significance, such as healthcare, finance, and transportation, in recent years. The tool...