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Students and teachers attending the "Youth Day of Action” in Albany
Green Team participates in “Youth Day of Action” to lobby for climate change action in Albany
March 19, 2025
Assistant Principal of Organization Ms. Fee shaking hands with new inductees of the Archon Honor Society.
Archon induction ceremony celebrates community service and academic achievements
March 18, 2025
Mr. Dunbar in his office.
Ryan Dunbar becomes interim acting assistant principal of English
March 10, 2025
Junior Grade Leaders distribute Candy Grams to Townsend Harris students.
Junior Grade Leaders organize and distribute Candy Grams to celebrate Valentine’s Day
March 8, 2025
Freshman participating in Freshman Scavenger Hunt.
Freshman Scavenger Hunt offers puzzles, races, and a gift card
February 24, 2025
Textbooks Still Aid Student Learning.
Though digital study methods may be on the rise, physical review books are still in the game
March 28, 2025
Custodian Mario Vasquez
Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS
March 26, 2025
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 2025
SU Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz and Senior Max Wong
Guest Post: Student Union Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz interviews senior Max Wong
February 27, 2025
The image from the June 1987 edition of The Classic. The original caption: "Townsend Harris' seniors are welcomed by Queens College."
Throwback Article: “Plans Underway For QC Adventure” from June 1987
February 9, 2025
Townsend Harris guidance team support students.
OPINION: From Guidance’s Mindful Mondays to Ms. Fee’s petting zoo, meaningful wellness opportunities are widely available
March 27, 2025
Desks in rows in prior preparation for the recent PSAT and SAT exams
OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”
March 21, 2025
College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
Op-Ed: The College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
March 14, 2025
Religion's impact on students and their academics
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on how experiences with faith outside of the classroom develop identities throughout the school community
March 9, 2025
Students and teachers attending last year's Winter Carnival
Letter to the Editor: Winter Carnival cancellation has more to do with SU policies than lack of interest from clubs
March 6, 2025
Students gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 2025
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at Queen's College.
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at LeFrak Concert Hall for the ‘Writers at Queens’ series
March 17, 2025
The new THHS spring musical, Little Shop of Horrors
Preparations are now underway for the Nightingale Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors
March 12, 2025
Students attempting the obstacle course at Ferox Ninja Park
Juniors travel to Ferox Ninja Park in Brooklyn for class trip
February 22, 2025
Girl Up members making bracelets.
Girl Up Club celebrates ‘Galentine’s Day’ with charm bracelet making
February 21, 2025
The Science Olympiad team studying for events in upcoming competitions
Science Olympiad members talk finding a balance between studying, competing, and fostering friendships
March 4, 2025
Part of the Tech Crew during a meeting in preparation for FON
As FON approaches, the Tech Crew works with FON leaders to help bring the show to life
February 23, 2025
Senior, Steel Hawks president, founder of Hack Club, and Build Coordinator for Science Olympiad Isaac Wong
STEM Spotlight: Senior Isaac Wong, Steel Hawks president, described as “backbone of the team”
February 5, 2025
Tech coordinator, physics teacher and sports coach John Tsai
How John Tsai, physics teacher and tech mastermind, keeps classes running
February 1, 2025
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
YMA Club holds various events to connect members with medical professionals
January 31, 2025
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Custodian Mario Vasquez

[Photo] Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS

Khondoker Jainab, Staff Writer
March 26, 2025
Desks in rows in prior preparation for the recent PSAT and SAT exams

[Photo] OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”

Violet Au, Opinion Editor
March 21, 2025
The Holi event organized by the sophomore grade leaders

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Holi & Pi Day

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
March 16, 2025
Deji Akintayo (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: perspectives on how experiences with faith outside of the classroom develop identities throughout the school community

PJ Lee, Staff Writer
March 9, 2025
Brandon Pinto (bella chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: thoughts on the process for launching a new club

Imogen Kujo, Julia Pavone
March 3, 2025
Students completing their lab during zero band

[Photo] OPINION: 7AM is too early for class. Lab sections should be offered at different times during the day

Lila Peskay, Staff Writer
January 21, 2025
Harrisites reflect on school day hours.

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: Should the school day start later to allow for healthier sleep schedules?

PJ Lee
January 17, 2025
Sophomore transfers share their experience at Townsend Harris.

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: perspectives on transitioning in as sophomore transfers

Hannah Fang
January 9, 2025
The Holiday Market

[Photo] Photos of the week: Arista, Holiday Market, Indoor Track, and Girls JV Basketball

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
December 14, 2024
Lab Keeper Mark McHugh.

[Photo] The man behind the lab: Mark McHugh administers lab work at Townsend Harris

Anthony Lin, Khondoker Jainab, Kayla Ujandy, and Sophia Lee
December 13, 2024
Students share their opinion on cultural events in THHS.

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: does the new testing schedule lead to more testing?

Brailyn Almonte, Opinion Roundup Manager
December 1, 2024
Freshior, freshman and junior, 2025 S!NG performance

[Photo] S!NG 2025 Highlights

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
November 28, 2024
Freshiors performing in this year's S!NG production.

[Photo] Watch the S!NG 2025 livestream for Friday night’s show here

Ryan Chen, Managing Editor
November 22, 2024
Dropping lunch for electives is a difficult process.

[Photo] OPINION: Dropping lunch bands for electives should be easier

Zainah Syed
November 11, 2024
Guidance department offers college counseling.

[Photo] OPINION: Underclassmen should receive college counseling as well

Violet Au, Opinion Editor
October 10, 2024
Townsend Harris students at the SUNY college Fair

[Photo] Photos of the Week: SUNY College Fair, Boys Varsity Fencing, Girls & Boys Cross Country

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk manager
October 5, 2024
Student Union president Alex Yauri debating in the elections

[Photo] Senior Alex Yauri Begins his Term as Student Union President

Aizay Amin, Staff Writer
September 3, 2024
Jordana and Aki speaking during the Student Union debate.

[Photo] Two presidents and two visions: newly elected freshman-sophomore co-presidents talk plans for their shared time in office

Bianca Chen, Staff Writer
July 2, 2024
The class of 2024.

Photos of the Week: Scenes from Graduation 2024

Emily Zheng, Grace Kwan, Ryan Chen, and Bella Chen
June 27, 2024
Students taking photos in the photobooth.

Scenes from Prom 2024

Ryan Chen and Bella Chen
June 19, 2024
Monday, March 25 was Holi, the Festival of Colors. The holiday was celebrated at Townsend Harris for the first time ever at an event hosted by the Freshman grade leaders, featuring dancing, Hindu foods, and colored powder.

[Photo] Photos of the week: 3/25 – 3/29

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
March 31, 2024
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[Photo] Mid-winter break is here, but for FON leaders it’s crunch time

Chloe Kavanagh, Adiana Johnson, and Max Rosenthal
February 16, 2024
Meet Latin teacher Timothy Hanford

New faculty member Timothy Hanford joins the classical languages department

Bella Chen and Mark Mbogho
January 23, 2024
Students at the Nightingale Read-Aloud session.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Holiday Festivities

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
December 17, 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).

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Basketball, Table Tennis, and Hunger Games

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
December 3, 2023
Students at the bonfire at the Witching Hour.

[Photo] Photos of the Week – Reading, Storytelling, Decorating, and Rallying

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
November 1, 2023
Testing in the gymnasium.

Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric

Bella Chen and Mark Mbogho
October 13, 2023
Photo courtesy of pixabay images

Opinion Roundup: Should summer be spent on educational or recreational activities?

Bella Chen, Mark Mbogho, Jazmine Chiquito, and Harnoor Parmar
July 24, 2023
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