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The THHS School Wide Grading Policy adds a new section.
Schoolwide grading policy updated to include revision guidelines
November 22, 2023
2023 Founders Day held at THHS auditorium.
Founders’ Day 2023 held at Townsend Harris due to renovations at Colden Auditorium
November 20, 2023
The senior class at the annual hallway decorating competition held on Friday, October 27.
Once again, seniors win first place in hallway decorating competition
November 14, 2023
Students participating in Barbenheimer day.
“Barbenheimer” makes its Spirit Week debut
November 12, 2023
Students at the Witching Hour.
Over three hundred students attend the Witching Hour Read-a-thon
November 9, 2023
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
November 17, 2023
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
November 11, 2023
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
October 31, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office
Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules
October 29, 2023
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
October 17, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
OPINION: Tackling test anxiety requires a heightened emphasis on progress
November 24, 2023
Transportation issues for some students with IEPs stem from requirements that allow for only one drop-off time for each school.
OPINION: Busing issues deprive students with IEPs from equal access to the educational opportunities at THHS
November 16, 2023
The THHS Election Simulation should be held at all schools.
Opinion: Mock elections belong in every high school
November 8, 2023
Townsend Harris High School students face an unexpected metal detector and hold during class on September 26.
EDITORIAL: With the fear of deadly violence now a fixture in American schools, students deserve better communication when metal detectors and a “hold” disrupt normal operations
October 30, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric
October 13, 2023
Students listen to these fall songs during different times, but especially during their commute to school.
Harrisites share their fall music favorites
November 25, 2023
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
November 21, 2023
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
November 19, 2023
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
October 24, 2023
With Halloween right around the corner, Harrisites share their plans
With Halloween right around the corner, Harrisites share their plans
October 19, 2023
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
November 23, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon R. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.
Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program
November 13, 2023
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
November 2, 2023
The 2023 Science Olympiad Team at States.
SciOly Members Prepare for a New Year of Competitions
October 27, 2023
Cooper Union Highschool STEM program
Harrisites participate in Cooper Union’s STEM Summer Program
October 20, 2023
A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture.
S!NG 2024 Highlights
November 19, 2023
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
November 18, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.
Photos of the Week- Halloween, Founders’ Day, Deputy Chancellor Visit, and Election Sim
November 7, 2023
Founders Day 2023 live from THHS.
Founders’ Day 2023: Livestream
November 3, 2023
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
November 3, 2023
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Classic Crossword: War of the Words

Classic Crossword: War of the Words

Sunny Maharjan, Gamemaker • November 18, 2023

Try your hand at the latest edition of The Classic Crossword below. This puzzle is called the "War of the Words," and like all Classic Crosswords, has a hidden Townsend Harris connection. You can play...

Celebrate Founders Day with The Classic Crossword

Celebrate Founders’ Day with The Classic Crossword

Sunny Maharjan, Gamemaker • November 3, 2023

Earlier today, Townsend Harris High School celebrated Founders' Day. Former Assistant Principal Georgia Brandeis returned to host the ceremony, which featured a keynote speech by alumni Jesse Ash and Chantelle...

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