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

The Classic

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

The Classic

As Albany readies its 2023 legislative session, advocates are pushing a bill to free NY student journalists from censorship

As Albany readies its 2023 legislative session, advocates are pushing a bill to free NY student journalists from censorship

In November, The Classic published an article detailing a student press event with NYC Department of Education Chancellor David Banks. Face to face with a table of inquisitive teen journalists from across...

2022 Wrapped: The Classics Year in Review

2022 Wrapped: The Classic’s Year in Review

The Editors of the Classic December 30, 2022

The Classic is proud to present it's 2022 "Wrapped" video, featuring the year's most read articles, posts, videos, and more. Make sure to take a look below and join us in celebrating another year of strong...

As students get ready to finally start that break assignment they’ve avoided, it’s time to ask: is break homework ever justified?

As students get ready to finally start that break assignment they’ve avoided, it’s time to ask: is break homework ever justified?

Felicia Granel and Sumyia Chaudhry December 29, 2022

With the December break sadly getting closer to its end, there’s something most students are trying to forget: those break homework assignments that they’ve put off for as long as they could. Though...

Greener ways to dispose your trees this holiday season

Greener ways to dispose your trees this holiday season

Carolina Corcuera, Shayra Shoshi, and Genessa Khan December 29, 2022

As the holiday season comes to an end, an abundance of Christmas trees, Hanukkah bushes, and wreaths can be found waiting outside our houses, ready for the sanitation department. Of course, real or artificial...

Favorite Holiday Traditions Shared by Harrisites

Favorite Holiday Traditions Shared by Harrisites

Maimuna Amina, Alessandra Diaz, and Jasmyn Pillay December 28, 2022

Regardless of the occasion, many families have their own holiday customs. Traditions, whether new or ancient, appear to hold a special place in our hearts.  We keep these traditions alive because they...

Amelia Ferrell (left) and Madeline Cannon (right) canvassing for Anna Kaplan

Students reflect on volunteering for Anna Kaplan campaign

Julian Sanchez and Sophia Sookram December 27, 2022

Over the summer, many Townsend Harris seniors became involved with Anna Kaplan’s New York State Senate re-election campaign after the school promoted the opportunity via email. THHS requires all seniors...

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Schoolwide survey administered to give staff key data to support students

Faiza Tasnim and Diana Piergrossi December 27, 2022

On December 20, Townsend Harris faculty asked students to fill out a short survey regarding both their academic and personal experiences so far this school year. The day’s schedule was revised so that...

A Blue Christmas

A Blue Christmas

Aastha Patel and Chiara Chen December 26, 2022

The iconic ‘white Christmas’ is what often comes to mind when imagining the holiday season – thick snow blanketing the streets and trees, reflecting the glitter of the lights, and inspiring a sense...

Harrisites participate in Freshmen Scavenger Hunt

Harrisites participate in Freshmen Scavenger Hunt

Mohammad Nasrallah, Staff Writer December 26, 2022

After school on December 16, the Freshmen and Sophomore Grade Leaders set up for the annual Freshmen Scavenger Hunt, an opportunity for the freshmen class to familiarize themselves with their new community...

OPINION: COVID-19 numbers tend to rise during school breaks, so it is important to take the proper precautions as you enjoy the holidays

OPINION: COVID-19 numbers tend to rise during school breaks, so it is important to take the proper precautions as you enjoy the holidays

Michael Babayev and Spencer Ng December 24, 2022

As students and staff prepare to travel and gather with loved ones during the Winter Break, COVID-19 continues to circulate worldwide.  Returning to school after the four-day Thanksgiving weekend,...

Zen Den reopens with new rules after brief closure

Zen Den reopens with new rules after brief closure

Ella Kim and Lauren Xiao December 24, 2022

Last Thursday, the Guidance Team and THHS Student Union announced the reopening of the Zen Den after a brief closure. Upon reopening, the guidance office shared new rules and to keep the area respectful...

Boys Varsity Basketball loses winning streak to Maspeth as Girls Varsity team takes a break from league play to compete in Florida tournament

Boys Varsity Basketball loses winning streak to Maspeth as Girls Varsity team takes a break from league play to compete in Florida tournament

Ethan Ben-David December 24, 2022

The Boys Varsity Basketball team ended their undefeated record this week after a tough loss against Maspeth High School. Both teams came into the game undefeated and were competing for first place in their...

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