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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 Girl's Varsity Soccer Team presenting their City Championship banner.

SLIDESHOW: Sports Awards 2023

Chayti Biswas and Jessica Sandoval
June 10, 2023
Townsend Harris High School

Air filtration update: THHS upgraded with MERV 13 filters in HVAC system

Jasmine Deonandan, Jessica Sandoval, Anna Kim, Zaynah Shariff, Hana Arafa, Genessa Kahn, Christine Pak, and Blessing Ogunsola
January 12, 2023
Harrisites earn multiple seats in NYC Honors Music Festival

Harrisites earn multiple seats in NYC Honors Music Festival

Jessica Sandoval
March 23, 2022
Harrisites win at Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Harrisites win at Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Jessica Sandoval
February 23, 2022
THHS Affirmations: the satirical Instagram account that has captivated the school community

THHS Affirmations: the satirical Instagram account that has captivated the school community

Jessica Sandoval, Reem Nasrallah, Katherine Lian, Sandra Sandoval, and Sara Lukacevic
January 18, 2022
RANKED: Best Water At THHS

RANKED: Best Water At THHS

Jessica Sandoval and Emma Joa
December 8, 2021
Are celebrity fast food meals just a trend or are they just really good? Here's our thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion’s Popeyes Hottie Sauce 

Are celebrity fast food meals just a trend or are they just really good? Here’s our thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion’s Popeyes Hottie Sauce 

Jessica Sandoval
November 17, 2021
Behind the scenes SING 2021

Behind the scenes SING 2021

Jessica Sandoval
November 4, 2021
Review: Best and worst ‘Drink Cirkul’ flavors

Review: Best and worst ‘Drink Cirkul’ flavors

Jessica Sandoval
July 30, 2021
Summer eats guide: Mochi Mochi Donuts & Jongro Dogs

Summer eats guide: Mochi Mochi Donuts & Jongro Dogs

Jessica Sandoval
May 27, 2021
Godzilla VS Kong

Godzilla VS Kong

Jessica Sandoval and Sophia Kouchtaf
April 29, 2021
To All The Boys: Always & Forever movie review

To All The Boys: Always & Forever movie review

Jessica Sandoval
March 3, 2021
Drivers License

Drivers License

Jessica Sandoval and Daffny Cardoso
February 11, 2021
Both Google Meet and Zoom are cleared for use after release of security protocols

Both Google Meet and Zoom are cleared for use after release of security protocols

Jasmine Deonandan, Jessica Sandoval, and Julia Bossis
December 8, 2020
Trapeze artist shares experiences as new year swings in

Trapeze artist shares experiences as new year swings in

Jessica Sandoval
October 12, 2020
Fashion from afar: teen takes on shopping while distancing

Fashion from afar: teen takes on shopping while distancing

Jessica Sandoval and Nameera Khan
May 27, 2020
Murder, mayhem, and tigers: Netflix’s Tiger King

Murder, mayhem, and tigers: Netflix’s Tiger King

Jessica Sandoval
April 29, 2020
Romanticism of murder in Netflix show "YOU"

Romanticism of murder in Netflix show “YOU”

Jessica Sandoval and Nameera Khan
January 29, 2020
The palette breaking the internet

The palette breaking the internet

Jessica Sandoval and Fiona Zheng
November 20, 2019
Do you even VSCO?

Do you even VSCO?

Jessica Sandoval and Janna Habibulla
October 25, 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
A policy change for transgender students in NYC public schools

A policy change for transgender students in NYC public schools

Nailah Alladeen, Susie Lim, Anjali Luchoo, Victoria Moczulski, Niharika Ojha, Jessica Sandoval, Pragya Sharma, and Mehak Wadwa
July 23, 2019
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