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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
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
April 5, 2024
Testing in the gymnasium.
Juniors take the digital SAT for the first time at THHS
March 29, 2024
The 40th Anniversary Classic Apparel design.
Kicking off a fortieth anniversary countdown with The Classic’s spring fundraiser
March 22, 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
Mr. Owens, a classical languages teacher.
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Owens’ journey from pursuing law to teaching Latin
April 15, 2024
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
April 4, 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
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
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Behind the Scenes of the Nightingale Theatre Company’s production of The Addams Family
April 11, 2024
There are a variety of shows for Harrisites to enjoy during spring break
Harrisites Share Their Favorite Spring Break Shows to Enjoy
April 6, 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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Volume 30: 2013-2014

September 25, 2014

EDITORS-IN-CHIEF: Suswana Chowdhury & Katherine Maradiaga NEWS EDITOR: Stephanie Geier FEATURE EDITOR: Magdalena Grabos OPINION EDITORS: Vincent Chu & Zach Ooi ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITORS: Anna...

Full Color September Edition – 2014

September 24, 2014

Time for a facelift

Poonam Dass • September 18, 2014
Upon entering Townsend Harris on the first day of school, returning students noticed a new shadow looming over their heads. The school’s edges are now equipped with black and green scaffolding, altering the complexion of a once familiar building. The scaffolding exists as a result of construction that is being done to the school’s roof to stop further water leaks from causing damage to rooms.

New year, same challenge: finding new recruits

Noah Silversmith • September 18, 2014
Finding athletes is hard, especially in an academically driven school like Townsend Harris where many students choose to focus on their studies rather than on sports. Consequently, recruiting proves difficult for athletic teams, especially when many believe that joining a sport will hurt their academic performance.

Girls soccer opener

Mya Allen • September 18, 2014

Ms. Oberlander takes over as COSA

Ann Kochupurackal and Angelika Narewski • September 18, 2014
Biology teacher Sarah Oberlander has assumed the position of the school’s Coordinator of Student Activities (COSA), effective this year. The COSA’s duty is to plan and organize activities, programs, and events, such as Junior Banquet, the Pep rally, and the Club Fair. As an alumna of Townsend Harris, Ms. Oberlander strongly feels she has an advantage in fulfilling the COSA’s responsibilities.

No summer off season for student athletes

Noah Silversmith • September 18, 2014
For most students at Townsend Harris High School, summer is the perfect time to relax and hang out with friends. However, at Townsend Harris, many use their two months of vacation not only to serve their community and study for standardized tests, but also to get a head start for the upcoming athletic season.

Raising the barre: Dancers at THHS

Jason Lalljee • September 18, 2014
Picture a young boy— age five, all clumsy fingers and crooked feet. This is the child that junior Yuriy Markovetskiy can recall himself being, before the moment he embarked upon what would become his life’s passion—dance. Yuriy is one of many Townsend Harris students who dance in programs outside of school.

My Everything features everything but the kitchen sink

Austin Wang • September 18, 2014

Everyone seems to have a massive obsession with Ariana Grande these days. She is frequently compared to Mariah Carey, and it’s easy to see why. Yours Truly, released last year, is full of the pseudo-90s...

Get deserted on Sushi Island

Sabrina Yu • September 18, 2014
Fusion restaurants have been gaining ground since the 1970s. However, even today, they are still considered innovative as they combine various cuisines into one. Arguably, the most popular style of fusion cuisine is Asian fusion.

Only a Play celebrates the best of Broadway

Jennifer Walsh • September 18, 2014

Gentleman’s Guide is a smash

Hailey Lam • September 18, 2014
Despite there being only eight members of the D’Ysquith family doomed to die in this play, there were actually nine deaths in the theater directly after my viewing of “Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.” Yes, this Broadway show had me positively dying on the floor within the first five seconds of the opening act. Monty (Bryce Pinkham), grieving his recently deceased mother
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