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The THHS School Wide Grading Policy adds a new section.
Schoolwide grading policy updated to include revision guidelines
November 22, 2023
2023 Founders Day held at THHS auditorium.
Founders’ Day 2023 held at Townsend Harris due to renovations at Colden Auditorium
November 20, 2023
The senior class at the annual hallway decorating competition held on Friday, October 27.
Once again, seniors win first place in hallway decorating competition
November 14, 2023
Students participating in Barbenheimer day.
“Barbenheimer” makes its Spirit Week debut
November 12, 2023
Students at the Witching Hour.
Over three hundred students attend the Witching Hour Read-a-thon
November 9, 2023
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
November 17, 2023
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
November 11, 2023
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
October 31, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office
Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules
October 29, 2023
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
October 17, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
OPINION: Tackling test anxiety requires a heightened emphasis on progress
November 24, 2023
Transportation issues for some students with IEPs stem from requirements that allow for only one drop-off time for each school.
OPINION: Busing issues deprive students with IEPs from equal access to the educational opportunities at THHS
November 16, 2023
The THHS Election Simulation should be held at all schools.
Opinion: Mock elections belong in every high school
November 8, 2023
Townsend Harris High School students face an unexpected metal detector and hold during class on September 26.
EDITORIAL: With the fear of deadly violence now a fixture in American schools, students deserve better communication when metal detectors and a “hold” disrupt normal operations
October 30, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric
October 13, 2023
GSA hosts a Drag Story Hour in the THHS library.
GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day
November 27, 2023
Students listen to these fall songs during different times, but especially during their commute to school.
Harrisites share their fall music favorites
November 25, 2023
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
November 21, 2023
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
November 19, 2023
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
October 24, 2023
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
November 23, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon R. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.
Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program
November 13, 2023
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
November 2, 2023
The 2023 Science Olympiad Team at States.
SciOly Members Prepare for a New Year of Competitions
October 27, 2023
Cooper Union Highschool STEM program
Harrisites participate in Cooper Union’s STEM Summer Program
October 20, 2023
A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture.
S!NG 2024 Highlights
November 19, 2023
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
November 18, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.
Photos of the Week- Halloween, Founders’ Day, Deputy Chancellor Visit, and Election Sim
November 7, 2023
Founders Day 2023 live from THHS.
Founders’ Day 2023: Livestream
November 3, 2023
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
November 3, 2023
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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

April 4, 2023
Students plan to do academic and recreational activities over Mid-Winter break.

[Photo] How Harrisites are spending their midwinter break

February 22, 2023
The 2023 yearbook team discusses their plans.

[Photo] Inside the plans for the 2023 yearbook

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

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?

December 29, 2022

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

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

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?

November 28, 2022
The final scene of the Freshiors show.

S!NG 2023 Highlights

November 22, 2022
Harrisites share their opinions on the first fully in-person Founders Day since COVID-19 hit.

[Photo] Harrisites reflect on the first in-person Founders Day since 2019

November 12, 2022
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[Photo] Seniors take the 2022 Hallway Decorating crown

November 8, 2022
Students share their favorite parts of the Fall Spirit Week.

[Photo] Harrisites talk Spirit Week 2022

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

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

October 21, 2022
Seniors kicked off the 2022 Election Simulation last week in the courtyard.

[Photo] Election Simulation candidates launch the 2022 campaign season

October 3, 2022
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[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

September 28, 2022
Fall Fashion at Townsend Harris

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

September 28, 2022
covid tests

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

September 11, 2022
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