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Seniors presenting their research on “the ethics and aesthetics of friendship” during day two of the Humanities Symposium
Seniors present original research on literary friendships at annual humanities symposium
June 13, 2025
THHS Librarian and President of the New York Library Association Arlene Laverde
Librarian Arlene Laverde retires, leaving behind a legacy of championing independent reading and fighting for libraries as free and open spaces
June 11, 2025
2025-2026 SU President Jenna Abdelhamid, and 2025-2026 SU Vice- President Evelene Chao
Following a higher turnout election, 2025-2026 Student Union executive board winners announced
June 5, 2025
Chairs used and testing conditions during AP testing
AP Psychology exam rescheduled due to technical difficulties
May 29, 2025
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos listens to students planning their Symposium presentations during a Humanities Seminar class in the Townsend Harris library.
NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos tours THHS, as funding for the school’s early college program remains uncertain
May 26, 2025
2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang and 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
Q&A with Class of 2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang
June 9, 2025
Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim and Valedictorian Jenney Huang on stage after both their awards were announced
Q&A with Class of 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
June 8, 2025
Science teacher Sarah Loew oversees the growing Henrietta Lacks event.
Growing success of annual “Henrietta Lacks” event serves as a showcase of science teacher Sarah Loew’s dedication
June 3, 2025
Sophomore Aki Benjamin
‘Heimler’s History’ at home: sophomore creates ‘Aki’s History Review’ videos
May 25, 2025
Pamela Del Vecchio, Secretary to Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee, is the mastermind behind the system that ensures all classes with an absent teacher are covered by another teacher.
Substitute Procedures: inside the daily puzzle that needs solving in order to cover all classes
April 18, 2025
Students receive OMNY cards on the first day of school.
Op-Ed: OMNY card system started out promising but needs a reboot for next year
June 23, 2025
Students using devices in class.
Opinion: Smartphone ban should come with new thinking about how and when to integrate technology into the classroom
June 14, 2025
Students posing for a picture at prom last year.
Opinion Roundup: On Prom Eve, seniors share what price is right for prom outfits
June 10, 2025
Students share their experiences on various clubs at Townsend Harris.
Opinion Roundup: how various clubs create a space for student wellness and peer support.
June 4, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the gym uniform policy.
Opinion Roundup : are gym uniforms really necessary?
May 24, 2025
The event was held at the Rosenthal Library.
Richard Prins, winner of the Birdhouse Prize, reads from his new chapbook at Rosenthal Library
June 24, 2025
MSA member drawing a henna design on a participant's hand.
Hennafest 2025 offers a post-AP season celebration
June 17, 2025
Senior Leilani Walkes's winning artwork in the 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
Senior Leilani Walkes announced as a winner in 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
June 15, 2025
Art supplies used by the art department
While many have discussed how AI impacts student writing, students artists have a lot to say about AI art
June 6, 2025
Students walking around and taking in the art gallery
Spring art gallery showcases paintings, photography, digital art, and sculptures
June 1, 2025
Science Research students recording data in the laboratory
Science Research class studies campus soil on multi-day field trip
June 21, 2025
Red Cross Club hosts coloring event to support seniors.
Red Cross hosts annual Color a Smile event to share art with senior citizens
May 22, 2025
An illustration provides a 3D graphical representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle studded with glycoprotein tubercles in this handout image obtained by Reuters April 9, 2019. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/Handout via REUTERS/ File Photo
STEM department pitches new elective courses in topics like human pathology and animal behavior
May 17, 2025
Chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani shares his running journey.
After running over 25,000 miles, chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani imparts his exercise philosophy
April 28, 2025
Students observing the 2024 solar eclipse, a rare celestial phenomenon, and a topic discussed in Astronomy Club
Club spotlight: Astronomy Club aims to inspire a love for studying the stars
April 16, 2025
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Ms. Kupersmith, staff at Townsend Harris for 26 years.

[Photo] After twenty-six years, school aide Maxine Kupersmith retires from THHS

Chloe Mau
June 20, 2023
The Girl's Varsity Soccer Team presenting their City Championship banner.

SLIDESHOW: Sports Awards 2023

Chayti Biswas and Jessica Sandoval
June 10, 2023
Mr. Quach, Townsend Harris alumnus and physics teacher.

[Photo] Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Quach’s unique journey back to THHS

Ragia Sultana, Staff Writer
June 2, 2023
Dr. Mazza takes us on his journey around the world that finally inspired him to pursue teaching in New York.

[Photo] Juniors Vincent Lin, Nicolas Lee, Victoria Madej win awards at Memorial Sloan Kettering’s radiology essay contest

Sarah Khan, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023
Senior Rebecca Ortiz.

[Photo] Music Spotlight: Senior Rebecca Ortiz talks clarinets and chamber music

Alessandra Diaz, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
Irene Skandalakis, producer of "The 27" Podcast.

[Photo] Senior Spotlight: Irene Skandalakis marvels as podcast producer

Eileen Wang, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
The leaders of Tibetan FON.

[Photo] New leaders of Tibetan and Italian prepare for FON 2023

Kaitlyn Lee and Eileen Wang
February 7, 2023
The Semores cheering at the end of their final show.

S!NG 2023 Highlights

Chayti Biswas, Erica Lee, Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Lucas Parris
November 22, 2022
Mrs. Garklavs

[Photo] New teacher spotlight: Mr. Morrison and Mrs. Garklavs join the ISS department

Esther Liu, Features Editor
November 18, 2022
New Phys Ed Teachers

[Photo] S!NG directors prepare their teams for a weekend of performances

Farah Rahimzada, Staff Writer
November 16, 2022
New Arrivals to Phys Ed

[Photo] Queens college honors African American civil rights leader Wilson Rantus in naming ceremony for billion-year-old boulder found near Townsend Harris

Riya Chaudhry, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Joseph Seidel joins the THHS history department.

[Photo] History department welcomes new faculty member Joseph Seidel

Riya Chaudhry and Reah Joby
October 26, 2022
Introducing Katherine Gelbman, a new English and Instructional Support Services teacher.

[Photo] A new Gelbman joins the THHS faculty

Janaya Sydney, Jasmin Perez, Staff Writers
October 24, 2022
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[Photo] Gloria Park joins the English and ISS departments

Ana Ramlagan and Eva Jane Hannon
October 20, 2022
Introducing Valeria Jacobs, a new teacher in the STEM and ISS departments.

[Photo] Valeria Jacobs joins the STEM and ISS departments

Silga Chisim and Emma Lee
October 10, 2022
College applications are finally done for the year and seniors can breathe a sigh of relief.

[Photo] Seniors give advice for juniors embarking on the college application process

JK Rajjo
May 31, 2022
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