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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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The Classic presents the 2023 College Video

The Classic presents the 2023 College Video

Janna Habibulla and Amelia Ferrell
June 21, 2023
Brian Sweeney honored with $25,000 FLAG Award grand prize for excellence in teaching

Brian Sweeney honored with $25,000 FLAG Award grand prize for excellence in teaching

Kate Estevez, Janna Habibulla, and Elliot Heath
June 19, 2023
Seniors at the senior lock -in.

[Photo] Class of 2023 sleeps over at THHS during senior “lock in”

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
April 18, 2023
Semore director Elliot Heath, who is barely conscious these days, participates in the ceremonial pre-opening night pie to the face.

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

Farah Rahimzada, Staff Writer
November 16, 2022
Classic editor-in-chief Janna Habibulla (left) interviews Chancellor Banks at a roundtable event last week.

At student press event, NYC Schools Chancellor voices support for student journalists amidst nationwide clashes over book banning, censorship, and curricula

Kate Estevez and Janna Habibulla
November 9, 2022
YouTube tutor Mr. Sinn talks to The Classic about APs, teaching, and more

YouTube tutor Mr. Sinn talks to The Classic about APs, teaching, and more

Elliot Heath and Janna Habibulla
September 8, 2022
News Analysis: Crediting Townsend Harris students, the DOE tells The Classic it’s working on new policies to address educator sexual misconduct

News Analysis: Crediting Townsend Harris students, the DOE tells The Classic it’s working on new policies to address educator sexual misconduct

Janna Habibulla, Elliot Heath, and Kate Estevez
April 26, 2022
As UFT representatives meet with Townsend Harris students to discuss proposed educator sexual misconduct reforms, DOE tells The Classic it’s working on policy changes

As UFT representatives meet with Townsend Harris students to discuss proposed educator sexual misconduct reforms, DOE tells The Classic it’s working on policy changes

Janna Habibulla, Elliot Heath, and Kate Estevez
April 26, 2022
Editorial: It is time for the DOE to free all student newspapers from the threat of censorship

Editorial: It is time for the DOE to free all student newspapers from the threat of censorship

Janna Habibulla, Izegbuwa Adun, Elliot Heath, Kate Estevez, and Victoria Siebor
December 6, 2021
Big time nostalgia: Big Time Rush returns on Netflix

Big time nostalgia: Big Time Rush returns on Netflix

Janna Habibulla
April 20, 2021
Is Hubie Halloween a hit?

Is Hubie Halloween a hit?

Janna Habibulla, Gabriella Fusco, Sophia Kouchtaf, Georgia Salcau, and Maya Czerkas
October 14, 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
Do you even VSCO?

Do you even VSCO?

Jessica Sandoval and Janna Habibulla
October 25, 2019
Summer college stays offer experience and opportunity

Summer college stays offer experience and opportunity

Moriah Ramcharran and Janna Habibulla
August 1, 2019
Best and worst trends of Summer 2019

Best and worst trends of Summer 2019

Veronica Kuzma, Jessica Sandoval, Janna Habibulla, and Catherine Fang
July 30, 2019
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