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The Student-Run Newspaper of Townsend Harris High School at Queens College

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The Student-Run Newspaper of Townsend Harris High School at Queens College

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New Equity group announces virtual forum for discussion of nationwide protests and shares plans to build a more inclusive THHS

New Equity group announces virtual forum for discussion of nationwide protests and shares plans to build a more inclusive THHS

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei May 31, 2020

Since the #NotMyTownsend movement’s allegations of discrimination and bigotry at Townsend Harris first appeared in April, the THHS “Equity and Access group” has appeared prominently in discussions...

Not too fast: Cuomo should distance himself from new remote learning ideas

Not too fast: Cuomo should distance himself from new remote learning ideas

Thomas Szymanski May 29, 2020

By Thomas Szymanski You might have witnessed the “cult following” in the media of the governors over the course of quarantine. Thousands watch their press conferences every day, with some even gaining...

Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Micah Sandy and Lauren Jun May 29, 2020

With in-school learning having been replaced by a remote learning module to follow social distancing guidelines, colleges provided online alternatives and resources to aid graduating high school seniors...

How the physical education department is staying fit during quarantine

How the physical education department is staying fit during quarantine

Dylan Samuel and Andrew Mak May 29, 2020

For many students and teachers, staying active and fit has been challenging during quarantine. All gyms across New York City are closed and physical education classes for students have transferred online....

What to binge next on Netflix

What to binge next on Netflix

Lauren Jun May 28, 2020

With AP season finished and no clear end in sight to stay-at-home orders, it’s easy for boredom to set in. This time at home is the perfect opportunity to watch new shows. Luckily, streaming services...

COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Mrs. A

COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Mrs. A

Kelly Jiang May 27, 2020

Since the outbreak of COVID-19 in New York City, the once-bustling streets teeming with people are now left empty, with businesses shut down and nonessential workers ordered to stay at home. However,...

Fashion from afar: teen takes on shopping while distancing

Fashion from afar: teen takes on shopping while distancing

Jessica Sandoval and Nameera Khan May 27, 2020

By Nameera Khan and Jessica Sandoval, Staff Writers Due to the severity of the COVID-19 outbreak, New York City students have been quarantined in their homes. Although many retail stores have closed,...

After alumni share allegations of faculty sexual misconduct, silence from the Townsend Harris administration

After alumni share allegations of faculty sexual misconduct, silence from the Townsend Harris administration

Last month, an alumna shared student and alumni stories on Instagram that alleged multiple instances of discrimination and misconduct in Townsend Harris. On April 24, three days after the social media...

Former Olympian shares opinion on Covid-19 situation

Former Olympian shares opinion on Covid-19 situation

Ariana Vernon May 22, 2020

Currently, many high school athletes are quarantined due to the COVID-19 pandemic, prohibiting them from playing their respective sports. Amateur and professional athletes alike also feel the impacts...

Teachers talk remote learning as new normal sets in

Teachers talk remote learning as new normal sets in

Micah Sandy, Madina Azizi, and Alisha Ansari May 21, 2020

  To ensure that students continue their studies despite not being in a traditional classroom setting, New York City public school teachers have adapted to remote learning, relying mainly on technology....

Giving back with homemade face masks

Giving back with homemade face masks

William Rhee May 20, 2020

The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) is leaving people around the world concerned over their families’ health, safety, job security, and education. To cope, students and adults alike have been picking...

Two months in: Entertainment and activities to pass the time

Two months in: Entertainment and activities to pass the time

With more time spent at home, students now have the opportunity to explore a variety of hobbies, subjects, and activities to pass the time. After being in quarantine for nearly two months, we have compiled...

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