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Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
November 28, 2023
The THHS School Wide Grading Policy adds a new section.
Schoolwide grading policy updated to include revision guidelines
November 22, 2023
2023 Founders Day held at THHS auditorium.
Founders’ Day 2023 held at Townsend Harris due to renovations at Colden Auditorium
November 20, 2023
The senior class at the annual hallway decorating competition held on Friday, October 27.
Once again, seniors win first place in hallway decorating competition
November 14, 2023
Students participating in Barbenheimer day.
“Barbenheimer” makes its Spirit Week debut
November 12, 2023
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
November 17, 2023
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
November 11, 2023
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
October 31, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office
Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules
October 29, 2023
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
October 17, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
OPINION: Tackling test anxiety requires a heightened emphasis on progress
November 24, 2023
Transportation issues for some students with IEPs stem from requirements that allow for only one drop-off time for each school.
OPINION: Busing issues deprive students with IEPs from equal access to the educational opportunities at THHS
November 16, 2023
The THHS Election Simulation should be held at all schools.
Opinion: Mock elections belong in every high school
November 8, 2023
Townsend Harris High School students face an unexpected metal detector and hold during class on September 26.
EDITORIAL: With the fear of deadly violence now a fixture in American schools, students deserve better communication when metal detectors and a “hold” disrupt normal operations
October 30, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric
October 13, 2023
GSA hosts a Drag Story Hour in the THHS library.
GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day
November 27, 2023
Students listen to these fall songs during different times, but especially during their commute to school.
Harrisites share their fall music favorites
November 25, 2023
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
November 21, 2023
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
November 19, 2023
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
October 24, 2023
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
November 23, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon R. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.
Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program
November 13, 2023
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
November 2, 2023
The 2023 Science Olympiad Team at States.
SciOly Members Prepare for a New Year of Competitions
October 27, 2023
Cooper Union Highschool STEM program
Harrisites participate in Cooper Union’s STEM Summer Program
October 20, 2023
A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture.
S!NG 2024 Highlights
November 19, 2023
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
November 18, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.
Photos of the Week- Halloween, Founders’ Day, Deputy Chancellor Visit, and Election Sim
November 7, 2023
Founders Day 2023 live from THHS.
Founders’ Day 2023: Livestream
November 3, 2023
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
November 3, 2023
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Karen Lin

Karen Lin, Photography Editor / Social Media Editor

Karen is a senior at Townsend Harris High School. Her passions include graphic design, photography, and fine arts. In her free time, she enjoys reading or capturing moments across her five cameras.

All content by Karen Lin
A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture.

S!NG 2024 Highlights

Ryan Young, Li Li, Karen Lin, Samira Li, Kashish Kamu, Harrison Zhu, and Alex Yauri
November 19, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon R. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.

[Photo] Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program

November 13, 2023
A Harrisite casting their vote on Election day.

[Photo] Photos of the Week- Halloween, Founders’ Day, Deputy Chancellor Visit, and Election Sim

November 7, 2023
Presidential candidates on stage during the election debate.

[Photo] Election Simulation candidates face off in debate, as Simulation Trump holds rally in cafeteria

November 6, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office

[Photo] Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules

October 29, 2023
Students who attended the lobby decorating event on Friday the 13th.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Speakers, Storytellers, Salsa Dancers, and Decorators

October 14, 2023
Hawx News and The Townsend Times, Election Simulation newspaper.

SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kickoff Rally 2023

Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Alejandro De La Torre Cardona
September 29, 2023
The new LED lights that workers have begun to install throughout the THHS building.

[Photo] A new era of school efficiency: Townsend Harris to go 100% LED with new light installations

September 28, 2023
The Girls Varsity Volleyball team cheering together at the Teachers vs. Students volleyball game.

[Photo] The Girls Varsity Volleyball and Swim Teams begin their seasons

September 25, 2023
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[Photo] EXPLAINER: how admissions criteria have changed through the years

August 9, 2023
Moments of Senior Prom 2023

Moments of Senior Prom 2023

Karen Lin and Katherine Lian
June 16, 2023
The Steel Hawks compete at NYC regionals, winning the upper bracket and losing the overtime but taking home 2nd place.

[Photo] The Steel Hawks take 2nd place at NYC Regionals

May 9, 2023
The Townsend Harris lobby is filled with a variety of foods and and their histories to explore at the annual International Food Festival.

[Photo] International Food Festival returns following Career Day

May 4, 2023
The cast of Into the Woods.

SLIDESHOW: The Nightingale Theater Company goes Into The Woods

Steven Jara, Judy Kim, Samira Li, Katherine Lian, and Karen Lin
May 2, 2023
A scene from the Friday afternoon performance of Into the Woods.

[Photo] Watch the “Into the Woods” livestream here

April 30, 2023
Vincent Yips award-winning app Sit Straight encourages people to correct their posture while in front of a computer with camera and software technology.

[Photo] Vincent Yip wins Congresswoman Grace Meng’s Congressional App Challenge

March 30, 2023
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[Photo] OPINION: A roundup of opinions on FON 2023

March 29, 2023
Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.

[Photo] Welcoming new Classical Greek & Latin Teacher: Adam Williams

March 13, 2023
The FON finale.

FON 2023 Highlights

Karen Lin and Mandy Zheng
March 13, 2023
Sally Zheng will play The Bakers Wife in this years musical, Into the Woods

[Photo] Junior Spotlight: Sally Zheng goes into the woods for this spring’s musical

March 1, 2023
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SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023

February 2, 2023
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[Photo] New event at THHS: Inaugural Asian Culture Festival celebrates diverse cultures

January 16, 2023
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[Photo] Club Spotlight: Glamour Gals sends off 2022 with their Winter Wishes campaign

January 11, 2023
A Great Townsend Bake Off was one of the events during Seasons Readings

[Photo] “Season’s Readings” encourages Harrisites to read into the holiday spirit

December 19, 2022
Concert band bowing after their performance.

SLIDESHOW: Winter Concert 2022

Katherine Lian and Karen Lin
December 16, 2022
The Semores cheering at the end of their final show.

S!NG 2023 Highlights

Chayti Biswas, Erica Lee, Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Lucas Parris
November 22, 2022
Harrisite’s guide to the galaxy: Advice for incoming freshmen and sophomores by upperclassmen

Harrisite’s guide to the galaxy: Advice for incoming freshmen and sophomores by upperclassmen

Angela Chen, JK Rajjo, and Karen Lin
August 5, 2021
The freshman year that flew away: Class of 2024’s thoughts on the pandemic altered school year and hopes for the future

The freshman year that flew away: Class of 2024’s thoughts on the pandemic altered school year and hopes for the future

JK Rajjo and Karen Lin
July 29, 2021
A roundup of this week’s top NYC education stories

A roundup of this week’s top NYC education stories

Andrew Gurcharan, JK Rajjo, and Karen Lin
July 16, 2021
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