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Mr. Heathwood conducting the THHS Band.
Former band director Kevin Heathwood reflects on his time at THHS after taking a new role at the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts
November 3, 2025
Sophomores working during health class.
Required health course begins to shift back to sophomore year from senior year
October 27, 2025
Seniors pose for photo during senior sunrise
Annual Senior Sunrise: Class of 2026
October 24, 2025
After close to four decades of THHS seniors taking courses at QC, the partnership was put on pause this year due to financial constraints.
Inside the “pause”: how financial constraints led THHS to put a hold on a decades-long partnership with Queens College
October 22, 2025
Ms. Chang in her office in the guidance suite on the third floor of THHS.
Shikira Chang becomes interim acting assistant principal of pupil personnel services
October 20, 2025
Grace Kent joined the THHS Social Studies Department earlier this fall.
New teacher Grace Kent offers sociology and anthropology courses at THHS
November 7, 2025
AP United States History students visiting the National Museum of the American Indian in Manhattan.
AP U.S. History students visit National Museum of the American Indian
November 4, 2025
English department teacher leader, Ms. Lipinski.
Ms. Lipinski becomes an “English Department Teacher Leader”
October 31, 2025
The Nightingale Theater Company attends a trip to watch The Great Gatsby on Broadway.
Nightingale Theater Company attends The Great Gatsby on Broadway
October 28, 2025
Mr. LaRocca in his new office.
Passing the baton: Thomas LaRocca hired as new band teacher following Kevin Heathwood’s departure
October 21, 2025
Students reflect on their thoughts on the new Cell Phone Ban policy.
Opinion Roundup: How is the new cell phone ban going after one marking period?
November 5, 2025
Let's Talk Testing
Let’s Talk Testing
October 29, 2025
Students play volleyball in the gym
Opinion Roundup: reduced physical education schedules makes room for a return to sophomore health, fewer zero band labs
October 26, 2025
Students completing their chemistry lab during normal school hours.
Opinion Roundup: the elimination of zero band for underclassmen in biology and chemistry
October 19, 2025
Students share pieces of advice for students who are in or just entering high school.
Opinion Roundup: What I wish I knew before starting high school
October 8, 2025
Two student volunteers smile in front of the bodega where they sell snacks.
Band Bodega reopens with snacks and lunch options after a hiatus last year
October 30, 2025
Students reading during one of the independent reading sessions at last year's Witching Hour event.
After “Witching Hour” read-a-thon event sells out in just three minutes, students take on reading challenges to get off the waitlist
October 23, 2025
S!NG Semore co-overall director Nicolette Cuzzo prepares for the season.
With preparations for S!NG underway, Semore co-overall director Nicollete Cuzzo discusses the playwriting process
September 16, 2025
Students perform at the end of the Nightingale Summer Retreat.
The Nightingale Theatre Company holds its fifth annual summer retreat
September 4, 2025
Ariella performing on stage at THHS.
Musician Spotlight: Jazz Ensemble’s Ariella Casabar talks about taking up trumpet playing
August 20, 2025
With the new cellphone ban in NYC schools, students recall their middle schools restrictions on cellphones
With the statewide cell phone ban in effect, students reflect on their middle school cell phone restrictions
October 17, 2025
The new leaders of Tech Crew share their plans for the 2026 S!NG season.
Under new leadership, Tech Crew members start preparations for the 2026 S!NG season
October 15, 2025
Founders of SoulSketchCollective juniors Vanessa Lee and Michelle Shi promote mental health resources for students.
Juniors found nonprofit organization designed to promote mental health resources for NYC students
September 23, 2025
Saniha Jasrah's presentation of her findings from her research project in The Urban Barcode Research Program.
STEM Spotlight: Junior Saniha Jasrah researches the hygiene of school electronic devices during the Urban Barcode Research Program
September 17, 2025
The Science Olympiad team during a competition in the 2024-2025 school year
Science Olympiad team reflects on past season while looking ahead as school year approaches
August 25, 2025
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Ms Levi (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: How is the new cell phone ban going after one marking period?

Brailyn Almonte, Opinion Editor
November 5, 2025
A Q64 bus following new MTA bus route changes.

[Photo] OPINION: New Queens MTA bus network is smooth for some but not for all

Brailyn Almonte, Opinion Editor
September 10, 2025
Senior Kathleen Chen aiming her shot down the bowling ball alley during the Girls Varsity Bowling game against Queens High School for Science on October 15

Sports Highlights: Girls Varsity Bowling game, Girls Varsity Soccer game, JV Girls Volleyball media day, Boys Varsity Badminton game

Bella Chen, Nathan Chetram, Nora Elsaway, Amanda Ng, and Philip Januszewski
October 20, 2025
Mr Kadamani (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: the elimination of zero band for underclassmen in biology and chemistry

Brailyn Almonte, Opinion Editor
October 19, 2025
Custodians Hector Benitez and Mario Vasquez worked with their team throughout the summer to prepare the school for reopening.

[Photo] Custodial staff works over the summer to “rebuild learning environments”

Malek Ahmed, Features Associate Editor
October 14, 2025
JV Girls Volleyball Team in a discussion during their game against Cardozo High School on Friday

Sports Highlights: JV Girls Volleyball game, Boys Varsity Fencing match, Girls Cross Country meet

Tabassum Ahmed, Bella Chen, and Emily Zheng
October 14, 2025
JV Girls Volleyball Team in a discussion during their game against Cardozo High School on Friday

[Photo] Art teacher and yearbook advisor Melissa Nakos draws a new role: senior advisor

Joshua David, Logan Dookhram, and Austin Yang
October 11, 2025
Emily Ramgoria (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: What I wish I knew before starting high school

Anya Basnayake, Opinion Editor
October 8, 2025
Karma (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: OMNY cards return for a second year of public transportation rides

Brailyn Almonte, Opinion Editor
October 1, 2025
Students completing their lab during zero band.

[Photo] For this year’s freshmen, the infamous tradition of zero band labs has been largely eliminated

Julina Chen, News Editor
September 29, 2025
Founders of SoulSketchCollective juniors Vanessa Lee and Michelle Shi promote mental health resources for students.

[Photo] Juniors found nonprofit organization designed to promote mental health resources for NYC students

Malihah Islam, Science and Technology Editor
September 23, 2025
Fall sports teams begin the season with new aspirations and players.

[Photo] Fall sports preview, part two: finding new talent after graduates depart

Josephine Furst, Sports Editor
September 21, 2025
Guidance Counselor Anthony Santos who who joined the THHS community during the previous school year.

[Photo] Anthony Santos joins the guidance team

Priyanka Sarker and Krish Wadia
September 15, 2025
Ms Lasoff (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: Summer of Fun or Summer of Internships?

Amaya De Lorenzo, Opinion Roundup Manager
September 11, 2025
The MTA announced route changes to busses including the Q64.

A delivery from Uber Eats, a popular food delivery service, sitting on a table in the lobby.

Opinion Roundup: Should Students be Allowed to Order Food to School?

Bella Chen, Sports Photography Editor
July 29, 2025
Students participating at the pie-eating contest on Pi-Day.

[Photo] STEM Departmental Year-End Wrap-Up: Pi Day, Revisions, and Honor Societies

Xinyi Chen, Staff Writer
July 3, 2025
Girls varsity track team and Coach Timothy Connor posing for the camera with trophies outside during sports awards.

Photos of the Week: 2025 Sports Awards at Queens College

Bella Chen and Ryan Chen
June 22, 2025
Students posing for a picture at prom last year.

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: On Prom Eve, seniors share what price is right for prom outfits

Leslie Linzan, Hannah Fang, and Anya Basnayake
June 10, 2025
Maimuna (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: how various clubs create a space for student wellness and peer support.

Brailyn Almonte, Amaya De Lorenzo, PJ Lee, and Diana Saidi
June 4, 2025
Science teacher Sarah Loew oversees the growing Henrietta Lacks event.

[Photo] Growing success of annual “Henrietta Lacks” event serves as a showcase of science teacher Sarah Loew’s dedication

Malek Ahmed
June 3, 2025
Bella Chen (1)

[Photo] AP Psychology exam rescheduled due to technical difficulties

Julina Chen and Esther Quartey
May 29, 2025
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[Photo] Opinion Roundup : are gym uniforms really necessary?

Amaya De Lorenzo, Hannah Fang, Imogen Kujo, and Anya Basnayake
May 24, 2025
Cris (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: As AP season arrives, students share their most trusted study methods

Hannah Fang
May 6, 2025
Marlo Vasquez (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion roundup: students sound off on the state of the bathrooms

Lila Peskay
April 29, 2025
Chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani shares his running journey.

[Photo] After running over 25,000 miles, chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani imparts his exercise philosophy

Jasmine Mootooveran and Harman Ghotra
April 28, 2025
Students observing the 2024 solar eclipse, a rare celestial phenomenon, and a topic discussed in Astronomy Club

[Photo] Club spotlight: Astronomy Club aims to inspire a love for studying the stars

Anthony Lin and Sophia Lee
April 16, 2025
Mr Gelbman (Bella Chen)

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: how many hours of community service makes the most sense for honors requirements?

Leslie Linzan, Amaya De Lorenzo, Angelina Pierantoni, and Diana Saidi
April 8, 2025
Students participating at the pie-eating contest on Pi-Day.

[Photo] Celebrating Pi Day with pie: contests, deals, and personal traditions

Aki Benjamin
March 31, 2025
Attendees at the Holi event after powder throwing

[Photo] Sophomore grade leaders and Hindu Student Association host annual Holi event with performances, games, and powder throwing

Krish Wadia, Dylan Ramjit, and Henric Zha
March 30, 2025
Custodian Mario Vasquez

[Photo] Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS

Khondoker Jainab, Staff Writer
March 26, 2025
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[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
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