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Students and teachers attending the "Youth Day of Action” in Albany
Green Team participates in “Youth Day of Action” to lobby for climate change action in Albany
March 19, 2025
Assistant Principal of Organization Ms. Fee shaking hands with new inductees of the Archon Honor Society.
Archon induction ceremony celebrates community service and academic achievements
March 18, 2025
Mr. Dunbar in his office.
Ryan Dunbar becomes interim acting assistant principal of English
March 10, 2025
Junior Grade Leaders distribute Candy Grams to Townsend Harris students.
Junior Grade Leaders organize and distribute Candy Grams to celebrate Valentine’s Day
March 8, 2025
Freshman participating in Freshman Scavenger Hunt.
Freshman Scavenger Hunt offers puzzles, races, and a gift card
February 24, 2025
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 2025
SU Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz and Senior Max Wong
Guest Post: Student Union Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz interviews senior Max Wong
February 27, 2025
The image from the June 1987 edition of The Classic. The original caption: "Townsend Harris' seniors are welcomed by Queens College."
Throwback Article: “Plans Underway For QC Adventure” from June 1987
February 9, 2025
Mr. Heathwood and Mr. Stern run "music mindfulness" jam sessions during teacher-led Wellness Fridays.
Jogging with Kadamani and Jamming with Stern: How ‘Wellness Fridays’ facilitate faculty team building
February 3, 2025
The White House behind a police barricade, as seen during a Classic overnight field trip to Washington, DC.
Would you date a MAGA supporter? As Trump takes office, survey shows partisan divisions hardening with regard to high school social life
January 20, 2025
Desks in rows in prior preparation for the recent PSAT and SAT exams
OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”
March 21, 2025
College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
Op-Ed: The College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
March 14, 2025
Religion's impact on students and their academics
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on how experiences with faith outside of the classroom develop identities throughout the school community
March 9, 2025
Students and teachers attending last year's Winter Carnival
Letter to the Editor: Winter Carnival cancellation has more to do with SU policies than lack of interest from clubs
March 6, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the new club making process.
Opinion Roundup: thoughts on the process for launching a new club
March 3, 2025
Students gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 2025
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at Queen's College.
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at LeFrak Concert Hall for the ‘Writers at Queens’ series
March 17, 2025
The new THHS spring musical, Little Shop of Horrors
Preparations are now underway for the Nightingale Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors
March 12, 2025
Students attempting the obstacle course at Ferox Ninja Park
Juniors travel to Ferox Ninja Park in Brooklyn for class trip
February 22, 2025
Girl Up members making bracelets.
Girl Up Club celebrates ‘Galentine’s Day’ with charm bracelet making
February 21, 2025
The Science Olympiad team studying for events in upcoming competitions
Science Olympiad members talk finding a balance between studying, competing, and fostering friendships
March 4, 2025
Part of the Tech Crew during a meeting in preparation for FON
As FON approaches, the Tech Crew works with FON leaders to help bring the show to life
February 23, 2025
Senior, Steel Hawks president, founder of Hack Club, and Build Coordinator for Science Olympiad Isaac Wong
STEM Spotlight: Senior Isaac Wong, Steel Hawks president, described as “backbone of the team”
February 5, 2025
Tech coordinator, physics teacher and sports coach John Tsai
How John Tsai, physics teacher and tech mastermind, keeps classes running
February 1, 2025
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
YMA Club holds various events to connect members with medical professionals
January 31, 2025
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Emily Zheng

Emily Zheng, Photography Editor

Emily is a Sophomore at Townsend Harris High School. She likes to hang out with her friends in her free time, read romance books, and watch dystopian movies.

All content by Emily Zheng
The Science Olympiad team studying for events in upcoming competitions

[Photo] Science Olympiad members talk finding a balance between studying, competing, and fostering friendships

Xinyan Qiu and Safir Uddin
March 4, 2025
FON 2025

[Photo] SLIDESHOW: FON 2025 Photos

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
March 2, 2025
Part of the Tech Crew during a meeting in preparation for FON

[Photo] As FON approaches, the Tech Crew works with FON leaders to help bring the show to life

Anthony Lin, Kayla Ujandy, and Sophia Lee
February 23, 2025
Girls Varsity Basketball Team winning against Francis Lewis with a final score of 64-40

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Girls Varsity & Junior Varsity Basketball

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
February 16, 2025
Senior Julia Waters

[Photo] Musician Spotlight: senior singer Julia Waters, whose “rare talent” inspires audiences

Shamonti Shamim and Tasnia Khandaker
January 28, 2025
Gingerbread Houses being made by students

[Photo] Scenes from Winter Party 2025

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
January 19, 2025
Student Union Board Members at the Arista Ceremony

[Photo] Photos of the week: Arista, Holiday Market, Indoor Track, and Girls JV Basketball

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
December 14, 2024
Student Union members leading the 2024 Arista Induction Ceremony

[Photo] THHS 2024 Arista Induction Ceremony

Ryan Chen, Managing Editor
December 9, 2024
Freshior, freshman and junior, 2025 S!NG performance

[Photo] S!NG 2025 Highlights

Tabassum Ahmed, Photo Desk Manager
November 28, 2024
A portrait picture of senior captain Andrew Leonard

[Photo] Hawk Talk: senior Andrew Leonard goes from fourth grade amateur to junior and senior varsity basketball captain

Josephine Furst and Ezequiel Alarcon
September 7, 2024
The class of 2024.

Photos of the Week: Scenes from Graduation 2024

Emily Zheng, Grace Kwan, Ryan Chen, and Bella Chen
June 27, 2024
Moments of Junior Banquet 2024

Moments of Junior Banquet 2024

Emily Zheng and Harrison Zhu
May 27, 2024
The Volleyball team at the Open House

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Open House and Henrietta Lacks Event

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
April 7, 2024
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