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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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Students promoted new and returning clubs during the Club Fair this past fall.

[Photo] OPINION: The Student Union’s club approval process needs reform

Brynna Quigley, Classic Critic Film & TV Editor
April 4, 2023
Students plan to do academic and recreational activities over Mid-Winter break.

[Photo] How Harrisites are spending their midwinter break

Melinda Wang, Staff Writer
February 22, 2023
The 2023 yearbook team discusses their plans.

[Photo] Inside the plans for the 2023 yearbook

Silga Chisim and Ana Ramlagan
February 21, 2023
The senior trip took place in Villa Roma Resort this year, where students had the opportunity to participate in various activities with their friends.

[Photo] Class of 2023 travels to Villa Roma for senior trip

Mohammad Nasrallah, Staff writer
February 3, 2023
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[Photo] As students get ready to finally start that break assignment they’ve avoided, it’s time to ask: is break homework ever justified?

Felicia Granel and Sumyia Chaudhry
December 29, 2022

[Photo] 2023 S!NG overall directors look back at their productions

Farah Rahimzada, Staff Writer
November 29, 2022
Students express their feelings towards new grade books that teachers use.

[Photo] With teachers opting not to use the new DOE grading software, many students left in the dark about their current progress in courses

Maya Murdakhayev, Staff Writer
November 29, 2022
Clothing, photography, music, and other trends make a comeback every few years.

[Photo] The recycling of trends: why and how does it happen?

Hellen Oliveira, Staff Writer
November 28, 2022
The final scene of the Freshiors show.

S!NG 2023 Highlights

Chayti Biswas, Erica Lee, Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Lucas Parris
November 22, 2022
Harrisites share their opinions on the first fully in-person Founder's Day since COVID-19 hit.

[Photo] 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
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[Photo] Seniors take the 2022 Hallway Decorating crown

Mohammad Nasrallah, Staff Writer
November 8, 2022
Students share their favorite parts of the Fall Spirit Week.

[Photo] Harrisites talk Spirit Week 2022

Defne Kaygısız
November 7, 2022
Student athletes are no longer required to be vaccinated to be able to participate in PSAL sports.

[Photo] Vaccination requirement lifted for high-risk activities at school

Eva Jane Hannon, Emma Lee, and Ana Ramlagan
November 3, 2022
Candidates for House Representative of NY-14, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Democrat) and Tina Forte (Republican) clash at the debate.

SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Candidates Debate 2022

Erica Lee
November 2, 2022
The removal of team gym was a tragic loss for many student athletes, as it played a major role in helping students manage their time.

[Photo] OPINION: Team gym should be reinstated

Audrey Lin, Opinion Editor
October 21, 2022
Seniors kicked off the 2022 Election Simulation last week in the courtyard.

[Photo] Election Simulation candidates launch the 2022 campaign season

Adam Gosine, Staff writer
October 3, 2022
Special Interest groups at the 2022 election simulation kickoff rally

[Photo] SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kick-off Rally 2022

September 30, 2022
In support of the Freedom to Read Foundation’s Banned Book Week, students brought their own book and read for an entire period. The yoga class (featured above) reads outside on the track during the read-in period.

[Photo] School holds read-in for all students to kick off initiative to encourage independent reading

Amina Asad, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
Fall Fashion at Townsend Harris

[Photo] The Classic’s guide to this year’s fall fashion trends

Jasmyn Pillay, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
covid tests

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

Bridgette Jeonarine, Audrey Lin, and Ewa Stasiewicz
September 11, 2022
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