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The candidates for the next Student Union Executive Board at the debate.
Following a debate and a vote, the SU election season comes to a close
May 29, 2023
A collaboration between Townsend Harris High School, Bronx High School of Science and Brooklyn Technical High School, the Aspire Outreach club gains traction as it aims to guide students in the high school admissions process.
Aspire Outreach club featured on Spectrum News NY1
May 22, 2023
Underclassmen share their thoughts on their first AP Season
Underclassmen share their thoughts on their first AP Season
May 15, 2023
Photo courtesy of Classic photography
Student Union Primary Election kicks off 2023-2024 campaign season
May 8, 2023
Seven new clubs were passed this year, more then ever before.
Student Union endorses seven new clubs to begin next semester
May 5, 2023
Photo by Chayti Biswas
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Quach’s unique journey back to THHS
June 2, 2023
Pictured is the inside of the guidance suite.
The guidance department reflects and shares aspirations for the upcoming year
May 31, 2023
Ms. Ezquerra, Spanish teacher at Townsend Harris.
Teachers Before Townsend: Ms. Ezquerra’s teaching journey from Poland to New York City
May 24, 2023
The mock trial team captains.
Mock Trial team wraps up season after making it to semifinal competition
May 23, 2023
Photo by Judy Kin
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Spitaleri’s road from THHS and back
May 16, 2023
AI introduces to education new waves of personalized learning, help for teachers, and better communication in the classroom.
Superhuman tutors: The case for a generative AI experiment in classrooms
June 1, 2023
Photo courtesy of PixaBay
EDITORIAL: With admissions at THHS so selective, there’s no need for calculus placement exams
May 16, 2023
Students promoted new and returning clubs during the Club Fair this past fall.
OPINION: The Student Union’s club approval process needs reform
April 4, 2023
EDITORIAL: Why FON matters
EDITORIAL: Why FON matters
March 29, 2023
OPINION: A roundup of opinions on FON 2023
OPINION: A roundup of opinions on FON 2023
March 29, 2023
Ann Hsieh, part of the THHS Wind Ensemble and Chamber Music Project.
Musician Spotlight: Junior Ann Hsieh’s musical endeavors inside and outside of THHS
May 23, 2023
The cast of Into the Woods.
Nightingale theatre performers reflect on Into the Woods production
May 3, 2023
The cast of Into the Woods.
SLIDESHOW: The Nightingale Theater Company goes Into The Woods
May 2, 2023
The Into the Woods cast at a dress rehearsal prior to the shows premiere on Friday.
The reviews are in: Into the Woods offers an immersive and engaging experience
April 27, 2023
The set of the Into the Woods musical.
Into the Woods: Set Building
April 19, 2023
Juniors Sadeea Morshed, Carina Fucich, and Rabtah Jinan target crown gall tumors in plants in their research with electrolytes and Agrobacterium tumefaciens.
Science Research Spotlight: juniors’ microbiological research on plant tumors makes it to Terra NYCSEF preliminary round
May 19, 2023
The Junior Science Research class takes their radiology essays to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, with three students receiving high recognition for their work.
Juniors Vincent Lin, Nicolas Lee, Victoria Madej win awards at Memorial Sloan Kettering’s radiology essay contest
May 12, 2023
The Steel Hawks compete at NYC regionals, winning the upper bracket and losing the overtime but taking home 2nd place.
The Steel Hawks take 2nd place at NYC Regionals
May 9, 2023
Arietta Xylas (left), Carolina Corcuera (middle), and Amy Jiang (right).
Science Research Spotlight: project on Kelp Coverage in California wins awards
May 1, 2023
The water filtration systems at Townsend Harris are often unreliable.
The cost of quick water: The numbers behind the hydration stations
April 21, 2023
The cast of Into the Woods.
SLIDESHOW: The Nightingale Theater Company goes Into The Woods
May 2, 2023
A scene from the Friday afternoon performance of Into the Woods.
Watch the “Into the Woods” livestream here
April 30, 2023
The FON finale.
FON 2023 Highlights
March 13, 2023
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
March 12, 2023
Senior advisor, Mr. Gelbman in the dunk tank.
SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023
February 2, 2023
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Senior spotlight: Annie Lei and Rachel Ly help produce online, youth-led publication, The Blossom Magazine

Senior spotlight: Annie Lei and Rachel Ly help produce online, youth-led publication, The Blossom Magazine

Fiona Zheng and Esther Liu
January 3, 2023
Harrisites review Flushing’s Anda Cafe

Harrisites review Flushing’s Anda Cafe

Fiona Zheng
March 31, 2022
Self-Care tips for the final week of exam season

Self-Care tips for the final week of exam season

Fiona Zheng
June 8, 2021
WandaVision: the start of Marvels new vision

WandaVision: the start of Marvel’s new vision

Fiona Zheng, Allen Babakhanov, and Christopher Crisanto
February 19, 2021
Spotlight: Michelle Stern

Spotlight: Michelle Stern

Fiona Zheng and Madina Azizi
February 10, 2021
This holiday’s must-watch movies

This holiday’s must-watch movies

Fiona Zheng, Allen Babakhanov, and Christopher Crisanto
December 23, 2020
DIY Christmas Decor and Other Tricks

DIY Christmas Decor and Other Tricks

Fiona Zheng and Christopher Crisanto
December 21, 2020
The Mandalorian: A show you can’t afford to miss

The Mandalorian: A show you can’t afford to miss

Fiona Zheng and Christopher Crisanto
December 15, 2020
An unconventional year: sophomore experiences

An unconventional year: sophomore experiences

Fiona Zheng, Hana Arafa, Kate Estevez, and Gabriella Gurujan
November 10, 2020
Hispanic Heritage Month during COVID: Harrisites reflect on their culture

Hispanic Heritage Month during COVID: Harrisites reflect on their culture

Ikeoluwa Adedokun, Fiona Zheng, and Natalie Villacres
October 13, 2020
Blockbusters temporarily blocked by COVID-19

Blockbusters temporarily blocked by COVID-19

Fiona Zheng and Christopher Crisanto
May 8, 2020
Last minute Valentine’s buys for bae

Last minute Valentine’s buys for bae

Veronica Kuzma, Janna Habibulla, Fiona Zheng, Gabriella Fusco, and Emilia Jankowicz
February 13, 2020
The palette breaking the internet

The palette breaking the internet

Jessica Sandoval and Fiona Zheng
November 20, 2019
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