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Harrisites donated to the New York Blood Center this spring.
Spring blood drive participation way up after poor turnout last fall, though nationwide shortage continues
July 18, 2024
Writers Academy holds honor society induction ceremony.
New Writers Academy inducts members into three distinct honors societies this spring
July 9, 2024
Jordana and Aki speaking during the Student Union debate.
Two presidents and two visions: newly elected freshman-sophomore co-presidents talk plans for their shared time in office
July 2, 2024
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Read the 2023-2024 Retrospective Print Edition of The Classic
June 26, 2024
Alanna Rice becomes the new interim acting assistant principal of ISS
Alanna Rice becomes interim acting assistant principal of Instructional Support Services
June 21, 2024
Students toured the Yale campus (pictured here) on a field trip last November. Though college tours and other common experiences remain the same, how has AI impacted the admissions process?
During a year full of college admissions changes, AI also began to impact the application process, a survey of seniors shows
July 16, 2024
Junior English classes take a trip to the MoMA.
English classes connect the curriculum to culture at the Museum of Modern Art
June 24, 2024
Juniors getting ready to board the Skyline Princess
Junior Banquet offers a “red carpet” tour
May 30, 2024
The Spring Concert held during the school day.
40th Anniversary Throwbacks: Musical Performers Shine In Annual Spring Concert
May 22, 2024
In 2004, Christopher Amanna, future THHS teacher, wrote an article about SU elections. This image is licensed by Envato Elements to be published in The Classic.
40th Anniversary Throwbacks: A look at the 2004 Student Union Election
May 11, 2024
Should students be required to read so many digital texts rather than traditional printed texts? Image used with a license from Envato.
OPINION: Overreliance on digital texts makes learning harder and negatively impacts the reading experience
July 23, 2024
Thaseena Anjum
Opinion Roundup: Reflecting on the testing schedule now that the spring term has ended
July 11, 2024
Lateness policies may vary from department to department, but there is a commitment to being understanding of special circumstances.
Opinion: THHS should stop giving credit for late work
June 13, 2024
THHS alumni association co-president faces call for resignation.
Opinion Roundup: Students share their opinions on the new homework policy
March 20, 2024
Room 410 offers a variety of seating options to best accommodate student needs and foster a comfortable environment
OPINION: It’s time to move beyond rows of desks and transform more classrooms into inviting learning spaces
March 10, 2024
Operation Tomatometer returns for season four.
Operation Tomatometer launches season four with a “Twisters” review
July 26, 2024
Townsend Harris offers a new AP English literature course.
Course Spotlight: new AP English literature course focuses on immigration stories and experiences
July 4, 2024
Class of 2024 graduates share their graduation cap art
Class of 2024 graduates share their graduation cap art
June 25, 2024
As the school year comes to a close members of the Arts For Generations club speak to the purpose of their club and their upcoming plans.
The Arts for Generations Club aims to bring happiness to senior citizens and to create a safe space for Harrisites
June 18, 2024
Art students display thier art in the annual end of the year gallery
Art Gallery takes over the lobby
June 14, 2024
Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
After Steel Hawks place fourth at the Robotics Competition in Albany, team members reflect on season
April 18, 2024
The Steel Hawks make their boba easily accessible as you can purchase it during lunch and order it on your phone.
To build a better robot, the robotics team goes into business with boba
March 14, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.
Digital note taking vs. paper note taking
March 11, 2024
ModIT invites former president and Princeton student, Sonia Hasko, to talk to current club members
Alumna Sonia Hasko returns to address ModIT members
February 25, 2024
New color-coded bins stand along the cafeteria walls with arrows and instructive boards behind them.
Curbside Composting Program transforms the cafeteria’s garbage disposal process, though some are reluctant to comply
February 22, 2024
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Bridgette Jeonarine, Editor-in-Chief

Bridgette is a senior at THHS. In her free time, she loves reading romantic comedies and catching up on the latest news stories. In the future, she hopes to obtain a law degree and pursue a career as a political journalist.

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Mr. Scardino, social studies teacher and former UFT chapter leader.

After 27 years, teacher and former UFT chapter leader Franco Scardino retires

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 5, 2024
Math teachers Abid Choudhury and Kayla Gill teach in an ICT math class.

“A model for special education in this city”: the ten-year story of how building a special education program transformed this top NYC school

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
April 4, 2024
Newcomer students pose with their teacher at Queens Academy High School

How one Queens school transformed itself to welcome and educate newcomer students

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
December 26, 2023
Former Assistant Principal of ISS takes new job in the DOEs central office.

Georgia Brandeis, Assistant Principal of Instructional Support Services, takes new job in DOE’s central office

Bridgette Jeonarine, Isabella Zapata, and Toluwanimi Oyeleye
October 16, 2023
The latest from The Classics critics

The latest from The Classic’s critics

Bridgette Jeonarine, Managing Editor
August 18, 2023
Mr. Stonehill: teacher, former coordinator of student activities, and former coach at Townsend Harris.

Mr. Stonehill retires after a 29 year teaching career at THHS

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 23, 2023
NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks visits Townsend Harris to discuss funding for the future of the Queens College Bridge Year Program, and also see how the school runs with everyday student involvement.

NYC Schools Chancellor visits to observe literacy program, co-taught classes, and humanities seminar

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 8, 2023
Opinion Roundup: What makes THHS worthy of its reputation?

Opinion Roundup: What makes THHS worthy of its reputation?

Bryson De Los Santos and Bridgette Jeonarine
February 17, 2023
Harrisites share their opinions on the first fully in-person Founders Day since COVID-19 hit.

Harrisites reflect on the first in-person Founders Day since 2019

Bridgette Jeonarine, Audrey Lin, Sadiyah Ahmed, and Bryson De Los Santos
November 12, 2022
Freshmen share their first week of school experiences.

Freshmen reflect on the beginning of the school year

Bridgette Jeonarine, Opinion Copy Editor
October 7, 2022
This year, students were able to come back to school without having to worry about various safety protocols.

Editorial: At last, a new school year begins without a battle over safety protocols

Bridgette Jeonarine and Ewa Stasiewicz
September 30, 2022
A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE

A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE

Bridgette Jeonarine, Audrey Lin, and Ewa Stasiewicz
September 11, 2022
THHS PERIOD club holds rally for menstrual rights, featuring Congresswoman Grace Meng

THHS PERIOD club holds rally for menstrual rights, featuring Congresswoman Grace Meng

Jackie Chen and Bridgette Jeonarine
June 9, 2022
With Supreme Court draft decision generating intense student concern, history classes should expand frequency of current events discussions

With Supreme Court draft decision generating intense student concern, history classes should expand frequency of current events discussions

Bridgette Jeonarine
May 11, 2022
Harrisites Compete in MIST New York 2022

Harrisites Compete in MIST New York 2022

Bridgette Jeonarine
April 18, 2022
Stronger testing and quarantine procedures needed as omicron surges

Stronger testing and quarantine procedures needed as omicron surges

Bridgette Jeonarine
December 16, 2021
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