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Students and teachers attending the "Youth Day of Action” in Albany
Green Team participates in “Youth Day of Action” to lobby for climate change action in Albany
March 19, 2025
Assistant Principal of Organization Ms. Fee shaking hands with new inductees of the Archon Honor Society.
Archon induction ceremony celebrates community service and academic achievements
March 18, 2025
Mr. Dunbar in his office.
Ryan Dunbar becomes interim acting assistant principal of English
March 10, 2025
Junior Grade Leaders distribute Candy Grams to Townsend Harris students.
Junior Grade Leaders organize and distribute Candy Grams to celebrate Valentine’s Day
March 8, 2025
Freshman participating in Freshman Scavenger Hunt.
Freshman Scavenger Hunt offers puzzles, races, and a gift card
February 24, 2025
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 2025
SU Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz and Senior Max Wong
Guest Post: Student Union Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz interviews senior Max Wong
February 27, 2025
The image from the June 1987 edition of The Classic. The original caption: "Townsend Harris' seniors are welcomed by Queens College."
Throwback Article: “Plans Underway For QC Adventure” from June 1987
February 9, 2025
Mr. Heathwood and Mr. Stern run "music mindfulness" jam sessions during teacher-led Wellness Fridays.
Jogging with Kadamani and Jamming with Stern: How ‘Wellness Fridays’ facilitate faculty team building
February 3, 2025
The White House behind a police barricade, as seen during a Classic overnight field trip to Washington, DC.
Would you date a MAGA supporter? As Trump takes office, survey shows partisan divisions hardening with regard to high school social life
January 20, 2025
Desks in rows in prior preparation for the recent PSAT and SAT exams
OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”
March 21, 2025
College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
Op-Ed: The College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
March 14, 2025
Religion's impact on students and their academics
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on how experiences with faith outside of the classroom develop identities throughout the school community
March 9, 2025
Students and teachers attending last year's Winter Carnival
Letter to the Editor: Winter Carnival cancellation has more to do with SU policies than lack of interest from clubs
March 6, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the new club making process.
Opinion Roundup: thoughts on the process for launching a new club
March 3, 2025
Students gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 2025
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at Queen's College.
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at LeFrak Concert Hall for the ‘Writers at Queens’ series
March 17, 2025
The new THHS spring musical, Little Shop of Horrors
Preparations are now underway for the Nightingale Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors
March 12, 2025
Students attempting the obstacle course at Ferox Ninja Park
Juniors travel to Ferox Ninja Park in Brooklyn for class trip
February 22, 2025
Girl Up members making bracelets.
Girl Up Club celebrates ‘Galentine’s Day’ with charm bracelet making
February 21, 2025
The Science Olympiad team studying for events in upcoming competitions
Science Olympiad members talk finding a balance between studying, competing, and fostering friendships
March 4, 2025
Part of the Tech Crew during a meeting in preparation for FON
As FON approaches, the Tech Crew works with FON leaders to help bring the show to life
February 23, 2025
Senior, Steel Hawks president, founder of Hack Club, and Build Coordinator for Science Olympiad Isaac Wong
STEM Spotlight: Senior Isaac Wong, Steel Hawks president, described as “backbone of the team”
February 5, 2025
Tech coordinator, physics teacher and sports coach John Tsai
How John Tsai, physics teacher and tech mastermind, keeps classes running
February 1, 2025
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
YMA Club holds various events to connect members with medical professionals
January 31, 2025
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The White House behind a police barricade, as seen during a Classic overnight field trip to Washington, DC.

Would you date a MAGA supporter? As Trump takes office, survey shows partisan divisions hardening with regard to high school social life

Bridgette Jeonarine, Editor-in-Chief • January 20, 2025

“I would never feel comfortable [dating] someone who has those views,” said a senior girl, speaking about supporters of Donald Trump, who was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States earlier...

Cell phones should not be banned in school as banning phones hinder students' educational benefits and communication.

EDITORIAL: The DOE Should Not Implement a Systemwide Cell Phone Ban

The Editorial Board • September 26, 2024

Imagine being isolated from the outside world as soon as you step into the school building. With the possibility of a new cell phone ban being implemented, this may become an unfortunate reality for New...

Math teachers Abid Choudhury and Kayla Gill teach in an ICT math class.

“A model for special education in this city”: the ten-year story of how building a special education program transformed this top NYC school

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata • April 4, 2024

In April 2014, the New York Daily News reported that parents at Townsend Harris High School were angry. The New York City Department of Education was pushing THHS to expand access to special education...

College flags line the walls in the guidance office.

How overturning Affirmative Action upended the admissions process, leaving a haze of uncertainty and anxiety for seniors awaiting admissions results

Aiden Clarke, Riya Chaudhry, and Ramon A. Rodriguez • March 26, 2024

Last June, the United States Supreme Court ruled to end the use of Affirmative Action in college admissions. With a vote of 6-3, the court’s decision effectively upended over 50 years of precedent established...

The moment the Hawks won the Queens Championship on February 16.

Girls Varsity Basketball team makes THHS history as Queens champions, defeating Francis Lewis to take the title

Ramon A. Rodriguez • February 19, 2024

On Friday, the Girls Varsity Basketball team won the Queens Borough Championship against Francis Lewis High School. At home in the THHS gym alongside a crowd of cheering Harrisites, the Hawks emerged victorious...

The Semores, the winner of S!NG 2024, cheering at the end of their show.

After Semores emerge victorious, overall directors reflect on S!NG 2024

Joyce Shen and Maimuna Amina • December 1, 2023

A senior hung the Palestinian flag near the school entryway on November 21.

After senior claims to be disciplined for hanging a Palestinian flag in front of school, tensions rise over political speech

Isabel Jagsaran, Carina Fucich, and Sadeea Morshed • November 29, 2023

On Tuesday, November 21, a senior climbed part of the Townsend Harris entryway and hung a Palestinian flag. The next day, the student posted on social media that they “got expelled” for hanging the...

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