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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
New lockdown drill policies now require advance notice to parents.
New lockdown drill policies go into effect, requiring advance notice to parents
October 24, 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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Caylin Chan

Caylin Chan, Sports Editor

Caylin is a senior at Townsend Harris High School. She is very passionate about sports and enjoys photography. If you don’t find her on the basketball court you can find her watching a movie, listening to Taylor Swift, or watching the New York Mets.

All content by Caylin Chan
The seniors on the girls team at the senior game.

[Photo] With playoffs underway, Girls Varsity Basketball players look back at the regular season and ahead to a competitive postseason

Eva Hannon and Rica Ho
February 12, 2024
The seniors on the Boys Varsity Basketball team.

[Photo] With one last regular season win, the Boys Varsity Basketball Team looks ahead to the playoffs

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
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[Photo] Boys Varsity Basketball Captains share their goals for the remainder of the season

Ethan Ben-David and Andrew Gurcharan
January 30, 2024
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[Photo] With playoffs on the horizon, Girls Varsity Basketball Captains lead their team to a 12-1 record

Shapnil Kazi, Xavier Murphy, and Zead Husain
January 25, 2024
The THHS Boys Varsity Basketball Team

After two big wins, the Boys Basketball team is pushing for First Place

Caylin Chan, Sports Media Editor
January 6, 2024
Boys Varsity Badminton team wins the 2023-2024 chamionships.

After an undefeated season, the Boys Varsity Badminton team takes the championship home

Caylin Chan, Jacqueline Lowenhaupt, and Chloe Mau
December 13, 2023
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[Photo] For the second year in a row, Girls Varsity Volleyball is headed to the quarter finals

Ethan Ben-David and Andrew Gurcharan
November 10, 2023
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[Photo] The Girls Varsity Soccer Captains share their experience of taking on new responsibilities and leading a team

Eva Hannon, Sports Copy Editor
October 26, 2023
The spirit squad cheering for the girl's varsity soccer team at the pink-out game on Monday, 10/16, in support of breast cancer awareness month.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Pink-Out and Freshman Scavenger Hunt

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
October 21, 2023
THHS boys varsity soccer team captains

[Photo] Boys soccer captains discuss their senior season

Ioanna Giannopolou and Bella Kiliski
October 15, 2023
THHS Boys Varsity Soccer Team

[Photo] Boys Varsity Soccer Trending Upwards After Rocky Start To Their Season

Malak Elzaalok and Andrew Leonard
October 7, 2023
2023-2024 Boys Varsity Soccer team

Boys Varsity Soccer starts their season

Caylin Chan, Sports Media Editor
September 15, 2023
Senior Adam Hammond playing baseball.

[Photo] Senior Adam Hammond reflects on his high school baseball career

Ethan Ben-David
May 1, 2023
Members of the baseball team speak about teamwork as the season continues.

[Photo] Meet the Boys Varsity Baseball Coach

Goria Jaimon
April 24, 2023
The Boys Basketball season comes to an end; teammates reflect on their experiences after their loss in the second round of playoffs.

Boys Varsity Basketball makes it to second round of playoffs before falling in triple overtime

Caylin Chan, Sports Editor
March 17, 2023
The Girl's Varsity Basketball team concluded their regular season undefeated.

[Photo] Girls Varsity Basketball concludes regular season with undefeated 16-0 record

Ethan Ben David and Andrew Leonard
February 9, 2023
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[Photo] Girls Varsity Basketball competes in the KSA tournaments in Florida

Jenny Ren and Jaica Derecho
January 19, 2023
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