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Overtesting of students during the last testing schedule
Spring semester testing schedule aims to reduce testing after fall schedule receives criticism for overtesting
April 30, 2025
Students and chaperones standing in front of the Headless Horseman Statue in Sleepy Hollow
Reading Initiative hosts overnight trip to Sleepy Hollow and the Hudson River Valley
April 27, 2025
Students participate in the annual Career Day.
Career Day tradition continues as alumni return to share advice on career paths
April 14, 2025
Desks in rows preparation for a standardized exam in the THHS gymnasium.
Following a January pilot with three classes, all sophomores to take the English Regents moving forward
April 11, 2025
The 2025 Steel Hawks robot bumper reads “SCORE ON THAT THANG” at the Hudson Valley Regional competition. The slogan, along with the original 2025 robot name (“Hawk Tuah”), are both references to a 2024 viral video that discusses oral sex. The team eventually removed the bumper slogan and changed the robot’s name.
Robotics coaches face criticism after team names 2025 robot after viral “Hawk Tuah” video that discusses oral sex
April 6, 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
English Teacher and UFT Chapter Chair Kevin McDonaugh
Exploring our inner “shadow” through the English selective “Wherever you go, There you are”
April 9, 2025
Custodian Mario Vasquez
Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS
March 26, 2025
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 2025
SU Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz and Senior Max Wong
Guest Post: Student Union Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz interviews senior Max Wong
February 27, 2025
Students express their thoughts on the state of the bathrooms.
Opinion roundup: students sound off on the state of the bathrooms
April 29, 2025
Students share their opinions on the effects of social media.
Opinion roundup: how growing up on social media affects social lives
April 22, 2025
Upperclassmen Volunteering at Townsend Harris Open House
Opinion Roundup: how many hours of community service makes the most sense for honors requirements?
April 8, 2025
A JOKE? Last night, The Classic reported on the Steel Hawks' decision to name their robot after a viral video that discusses oral sex. Below, the editors-in-chief share their opinion on why the story merits serious attention.
EDITORIAL: Why we’re not laughing at the robotics’ coaches approval of the “Hawk Tuah” robot name
April 7, 2025
Students share their opinions on the 40 hours of community service requirement.
OPINION: Community service hours should not be required for graduation honors
April 1, 2025
The panel of authors present during the Writers at Queens roundtable event
Writers at Queens series features roundtable of authors sharing their experiences in the world of publishing
April 23, 2025
Mr. Heathwood conducts during the “Celebrating Music 2025” concert, held in the THHS auditorium (a collaboration with Forest Hills High School). On March 31, Mr. Heathwood performed at Carnegie Hall.
Band director Kevin Heathwood performs at Carnegie Hall with Brooklyn Wind Symphony
April 19, 2025
Author Daniel Aleman visits AP Literature class over Zoom to discuss his novel Invisible
Author Daniel Aleman visits AP Literature class and discusses how firsthand immigration experiences inspire his writing
April 13, 2025
Author Mark Oshiro and their co-written book The Sun and the Star with author Rick Riordan
Author Mark Oshiro meets with students and discusses co-writing a novel in the world of Percy Jackson
April 4, 2025
Students gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 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
Steel Hawks attending the New York Tech Valley regional competition and receiving the FIRST Impact Award
Steel Hawks receive FIRST Impact Award, earning a seat at the championship event in Houston
April 3, 2025
Textbooks Still Aid Student Learning.
Though digital study methods may be on the rise, physical review books are still in the game
March 28, 2025
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After student protestors make calls to change disciplinary procedures for educator misconduct, DOE tells The Classic it will review protestors’ proposals

After student protestors make calls to change disciplinary procedures for educator misconduct, DOE tells The Classic it will review protestors’ proposals

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
February 3, 2022
DOE says former THHS teacher accused of sexual misconduct will not be at Science Olympiad event, clearing the way for THHS team to compete this Saturday

DOE says former THHS teacher accused of sexual misconduct will not be at Science Olympiad event, clearing the way for THHS team to compete this Saturday

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
February 2, 2022
Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Jasmine Palma, Sophia Park, Lauren Jun, Ryan Eng, Julia Maciejak, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
January 25, 2022
Students spent time learning about science research on the Queens College campus.

Former chemistry teacher investigated for sexual misconduct retains links to THHS through Science Olympiad events and Queens College position

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
January 6, 2022
State senator speaks to The Classic about possible legislative reforms to address educator sexual misconduct

State senator speaks to The Classic about possible legislative reforms to address educator sexual misconduct

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
December 21, 2021
Letters, Meetings, and Protests: How the school community has responded following allegations of sexual misconduct at Townsend Harris

Letters, Meetings, and Protests: How the school community has responded following allegations of sexual misconduct at Townsend Harris

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
December 14, 2021
Students report being in Canzoneri’s presence multiple times this fall, despite DOE claims that he was kept away from them

Students report being in Canzoneri’s presence multiple times this fall, despite DOE claims that he was kept away from them

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
November 22, 2021
Many THHS students lack essential knowledge to protect themselves from educator sexual misconduct: here’s what students don’t know and what they need to know

Many THHS students lack essential knowledge to protect themselves from educator sexual misconduct: here’s what students don’t know and what they need to know

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
June 23, 2021
Pizzerias, clinics, and family businesses: slices of pandemic life part two

Pizzerias, clinics, and family businesses: slices of pandemic life part two

Julia Maciejak and Samantha Sestak
May 17, 2021
Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

Ryan Eng and Julia Maciejak
April 12, 2021
New admissions criteria for THHS aims to promote inclusivity and respond to pandemic challenges

New admissions criteria for THHS aims to promote inclusivity and respond to pandemic challenges

Daniela Zavlun, Nataniela Zavlun, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
March 5, 2021
With a second shutdown of schools looming, final deadline to choose blended learning also approaches

With a second shutdown of schools looming, final deadline to choose blended learning also approaches

Ryan Eng and Julia Maciejak
November 13, 2020
At open forum, students share outrage, pain in response to nationwide protests against racism and police brutality

At open forum, students share outrage, pain in response to nationwide protests against racism and police brutality

Julianna Zitron, Daniela Zavlun, Julia Wojtkowski, and Julia Maciejak
June 3, 2020
Governor announces school closure has been extended to the end of the year

Governor announces school closure has been extended to the end of the year

Juney Liu and Julia Maciejak
May 6, 2020
THHS jumps rope for heart health awareness

THHS jumps rope for heart health awareness

Lauren Jun and Julia Maciejak
March 9, 2020
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