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New teacher Jude Binda starts out at Townsend Harris.
ELA Department Welcomes Newest Recruit: Jude Binda
November 15, 2024
New mathematics and Instructional Support Services teacher, Ms. Drakakis
Mathematics and Instructional Support Services departments welcome Vanessa Drakakis to the staff
November 13, 2024
The "simulated" presidential candidates debate during a special assembly held before Election Day.
In alternate reality of the Townsend Harris Election Simulation, Kamala Harris wins the presidency
November 10, 2024
George Washington Monument in Washington, D.C.
THHS Writers Academy travels to Washington DC for an overnight trip
October 31, 2024
New “anecdotal” record system used to monitor rule breaking
New “anecdotal” record system used to monitor rule breaking
October 27, 2024
Making the final edits of the Senior Video Yearbook
Yearbook Throwback: The class of 1999, the first class to have their high school captured in a video yearbook
November 12, 2024
2024 Election Simulation Kickoff Rally marking the beginning of the 2024 Election Simulation
Election Simulation Throwback
November 6, 2024
2024 Founders' Day held at Colden Auditorium
Founders’ Day Throwback
October 26, 2024
2024-2025 SU Club Liaison Elvis Chan
Junior Elvis Chan takes on Club Liaison role, after two years closely working with the Student Union
October 20, 2024
College application throwback
Fall college application season throwback
October 13, 2024
Dropping lunch for electives is a difficult process.
OPINION: Dropping lunch bands for electives should be easier
November 11, 2024
Students share their perspective on extracurricular activities.
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on balancing extracurricular activities & schoolwork
November 9, 2024
New day-based testing schedule overwhelms student.
EDITORIAL: The new testing schedule is a failure and should be replaced
November 1, 2024
Students share their opinions about a potential cell phone ban.
Opinion Roundup: Students consider a possible cell-phone ban in schools and reflect on the device policy at THHS
October 21, 2024
Students share their opinion about the new grading policy.
Opinion Roundup: New Grading System returns to old semester-based grading system
October 14, 2024
Juniors win Hallway Decorating event.
After years of senior victories, juniors win 2024 Hallway Decorating Competition with Harry Potter theme
November 8, 2024
Attendees of the Diwali event painting traditional diyas
Hindu Student Association holds their first Diwali Event
November 5, 2024
Students at the Witching Hour
Third annual Halloween “read-a-thon” encourages a sold out crowd to read and hang out all night
November 4, 2024
Abigail Luk's winning book submission, To Love You
Abigail Luk named a winner in Ezra Jack Keats children’s book competition
October 23, 2024
Students participating at the club fair.
New clubs centered on neurodiversity, psychology, veterinary field among those debuting this fall
September 23, 2024
Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence in education
Exploring the pros and cons of artificial intelligence in education as it becomes more prevalent
November 3, 2024
Technology and digital resources are transforming our education
Productivity and learning apps that help inside and outside the classroom
November 2, 2024
President Jenney Huang and Vice President Ashley Brachman of THHS Science Olympiad
With competitions on the horizon, new leaders of Science Olympiad settle into their roles
October 19, 2024
Hack Club attending the annual THHS club fair
Hack Club launches, aiming to inspire students interested in the computer science field
October 12, 2024
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
New STEM club at THHS: Youth Medical Association aims to support students in pursuing the medical field
October 6, 2024
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Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Cecilia Taravella, William Rhee, Ryan Eng, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
June 30, 2022
Spring spirit week returns in-person

Spring spirit week returns in-person

Liya Borukhova, Kelly Gildea, Cate Nguyen, and Katherine Lian
June 15, 2022
Spotlight: Harrisites share opinions on school lunches

Spotlight: Harrisites share opinions on school lunches

Noor Muneeb, Cate Nguyen, Emma Joa, and Kaitlin Kaii
April 14, 2022
Are you in tune with these Harrisite tunes?

Are you in tune with these Harrisite tunes?

Cate Nguyen, Emma Joa, DEFNE KAYGISIZ, and Yara Hassan
April 5, 2022
Rating Sweethearts: A new take on an old Valentine's favorite

Rating Sweethearts: A new take on an old Valentine’s favorite

Cate Nguyen
February 7, 2022
How Harrisites are celebrating Lunar New Year in the “new normal”

How Harrisites are celebrating Lunar New Year in the “new normal”

Christine Pak, Melinda Wang, Kelly Gildea, Cate Nguyen, and Tenzin Chemi
February 1, 2022
Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Jasmine Palma, Sophia Park, Lauren Jun, Ryan Eng, Julia Maciejak, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
January 25, 2022
Harrisites Reflect On Their Black Friday Experiences During The Pandemic

Harrisites Reflect On Their Black Friday Experiences During The Pandemic

Cate Nguyen, Emma Joa, and Kaitlin Kaii
December 8, 2021
Enhypen’s first full album, Dimension: Dilemma, reaches world charts

Enhypen’s first full album, Dimension: Dilemma, reaches world charts

Cate Nguyen and Emma Joa
November 10, 2021
Squid Game, Netflix’s newest hit, attracts the attention of Harrisites

Squid Game, Netflix’s newest hit, attracts the attention of Harrisites

Daffny Cardoso, Melinda Wang, Cate Nguyen, and Emma Joa
October 19, 2021
Webtoon favorite Sweet Home comes to Netflix

Webtoon favorite Sweet Home comes to Netflix

Cate Nguyen and Michelle Ho
April 8, 2021
Does the webtoon True Beauty work as a K-Drama?

Does the webtoon True Beauty work as a K-Drama?

Cate Nguyen and Emma Joa
March 31, 2021
ENHYPEN brings the hype with debut

ENHYPEN brings the hype with debut

Cate Nguyen and Emma Joa
January 19, 2021
What’s poppin’? This season’s six must-try bubble tea drinks

What’s poppin’? This season’s six must-try bubble tea drinks

Catherine Fang, Daffny Cardoso, and Cate Nguyen
November 23, 2020
An unconventional school year: junior experiences

An unconventional school year: junior experiences

Lauren Jun, Juney Liu, and Cate Nguyen
November 17, 2020
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