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Ms. Espinoza joins the ISS and English departments.
ISS and English departments welcome Jessica Espinoza
December 4, 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
November 29, 2023
Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
November 28, 2023
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 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
December 1, 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
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
Harrisites discuss the rise of Laufey’s jazz music
Harrisites discuss the rise of Laufey’s jazz music
December 5, 2023
Basil and Madeline of the Semores.
S!NG Art Departments share behind-the-scenes backdrop experiences
December 3, 2023
GSA hosts a Drag Story Hour in the THHS library.
GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day
November 27, 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
Professor of game design speaks at joint ModIT and Gaming Club event
Professor of game design speaks at joint ModIT and Gaming Club event
December 7, 2023
Digital vs. Physical class materials: What is better for students?
Digital vs. Physical class materials: What is better for students?
November 30, 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 A. 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
Classic Crossword: Science Teachers
Classic Crossword: Science Teachers
December 6, 2023
The Boys Varsity Basketball team playing against the Academy of American Studies on Wednesday, November 29. The final score was 68-50 (Academy of American Studies).
Photos of the Week: Basketball, Table Tennis, and Hunger Games
December 2, 2023
Classic Crossword: Rhymes With Harrisite
Classic Crossword: Rhymes With Harrisite
November 30, 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
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Aastha Patel

Aastha Patel, Science & Technology Copy Editor

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Digital vs. Physical class materials: What is better for students?

Digital vs. Physical class materials: What is better for students?

Ayoub Ayoub and Aastha Patel
November 30, 2023
Cooper Union Highschool STEM program

Harrisites participate in Cooper Union’s STEM Summer Program

Aastha Patel and Senha Paul
October 20, 2023
Juniors Sadeea Morshed, Carina Fucich, and Rabtah Jinan target crown gall tumors in plants in their research with electrolytes and Agrobacterium tumefaciens.

Science Research Spotlight: juniors’ microbiological research on plant tumors makes it to Terra NYCSEF preliminary round

Aastha Patel and Gina Lim
May 19, 2023
Courtesy of Pixabay Images

The science behind the guidance department’s “Mindful Monday” series

Aastha Patel and Riya Chaudhry
April 3, 2023
Excessive use of headphones can lead to long-term hearing loss.

How headphones can affect your hearing

Aastha Patel, Staff Writer
February 23, 2023
Two writing samples and a video introduction are the key aspects of the 2023 admissions process.

Teachers assess thousands of writing and video samples from eighth grade applicants under new admissions system

Silga Chisim and Aastha Patel
February 10, 2023
Courtesy of Emerald Yee

Science Olympiad kicks off season with their first invitation at LISO

Aastha Patel, Staff Writer
January 10, 2023
A Blue Christmas

A Blue Christmas

Aastha Patel and Chiara Chen
December 26, 2022
How numerical averages and annualization impact this year’s report cards

How numerical averages and annualization impact this year’s report cards

Silga Chisim and Aastha Patel
December 14, 2022
The entire robotics team.

Brunswick Eruption offers this year’s robotics team a test run

Carolina Corcuera, Aastha Patel, and Silga Chisim
November 25, 2022
Student-recommended skin care

Student-recommended skin care

Shayra Shoshi and Aastha Patel
November 17, 2022
Custodians prepare school building for September

Custodians prepare school building for September

Aizay Amin and Aastha Patel
August 30, 2022
OPINION: Three things to change next school year

OPINION: Three things to change next school year

Ellison Daone, Audrey Lin, Rajvi Bhagat, Eduardo Rodriguez, and Aastha Patel
August 5, 2022
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