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Seniors presenting their research on “the ethics and aesthetics of friendship” during day two of the Humanities Symposium
Seniors present original research on literary friendships at annual humanities symposium
June 13, 2025
THHS Librarian and President of the New York Library Association Arlene Laverde
Librarian Arlene Laverde retires, leaving behind a legacy of championing independent reading and fighting for libraries as free and open spaces
June 11, 2025
2025-2026 SU President Jenna Abdelhamid, and 2025-2026 SU Vice- President Evelene Chao
Following a higher turnout election, 2025-2026 Student Union executive board winners announced
June 5, 2025
Chairs used and testing conditions during AP testing
AP Psychology exam rescheduled due to technical difficulties
May 29, 2025
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos listens to students planning their Symposium presentations during a Humanities Seminar class in the Townsend Harris library.
NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos tours THHS, as funding for the school’s early college program remains uncertain
May 26, 2025
2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang and 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
Q&A with Class of 2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang
June 9, 2025
Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim and Valedictorian Jenney Huang on stage after both their awards were announced
Q&A with Class of 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
June 8, 2025
Science teacher Sarah Loew oversees the growing Henrietta Lacks event.
Growing success of annual “Henrietta Lacks” event serves as a showcase of science teacher Sarah Loew’s dedication
June 3, 2025
Sophomore Aki Benjamin
‘Heimler’s History’ at home: sophomore creates ‘Aki’s History Review’ videos
May 25, 2025
Pamela Del Vecchio, Secretary to Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee, is the mastermind behind the system that ensures all classes with an absent teacher are covered by another teacher.
Substitute Procedures: inside the daily puzzle that needs solving in order to cover all classes
April 18, 2025
Students using devices in class.
Opinion: Smartphone ban should come with new thinking about how and when to integrate technology into the classroom
June 14, 2025
Students posing for a picture at prom last year.
Opinion Roundup: On Prom Eve, seniors share what price is right for prom outfits
June 10, 2025
Students share their experiences on various clubs at Townsend Harris.
Opinion Roundup: how various clubs create a space for student wellness and peer support.
June 4, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the gym uniform policy.
Opinion Roundup : are gym uniforms really necessary?
May 24, 2025
Students studying and preparing for tests
OPINION: Teachers should return graded assignments no longer than two weeks after they are due
May 8, 2025
MSA member drawing a henna design on a participant's hand.
Hennafest 2025 offers a post-AP season celebration
June 17, 2025
Senior Leilani Walkes's winning artwork in the 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
Senior Leilani Walkes announced as a winner in 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
June 15, 2025
Art supplies used by the art department
While many have discussed how AI impacts student writing, students artists have a lot to say about AI art
June 6, 2025
Students walking around and taking in the art gallery
Spring art gallery showcases paintings, photography, digital art, and sculptures
June 1, 2025
Screening attendees watching the Breaking the News documentary
A special screening of Breaking the News documents the founding of The 19th
May 21, 2025
Red Cross Club hosts coloring event to support seniors.
Red Cross hosts annual Color a Smile event to share art with senior citizens
May 22, 2025
An illustration provides a 3D graphical representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle studded with glycoprotein tubercles in this handout image obtained by Reuters April 9, 2019. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/Handout via REUTERS/ File Photo
STEM department pitches new elective courses in topics like human pathology and animal behavior
May 17, 2025
Chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani shares his running journey.
After running over 25,000 miles, chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani imparts his exercise philosophy
April 28, 2025
Students observing the 2024 solar eclipse, a rare celestial phenomenon, and a topic discussed in Astronomy Club
Club spotlight: Astronomy Club aims to inspire a love for studying the stars
April 16, 2025
Students explore learning styles despite questions over their validity.
How the theory of “learning styles” influences learners, despite arguments that the theory lacks scientific validity
April 12, 2025
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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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