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Seniors discuss how FAFSA impacted their college application process.
Seniors reflect on FAFSA delays impact on their college application process
April 12, 2024
Students assemble at the QC track to look at the solar eclipse through protective glasses.
Solar eclipse special schedule makes room for school-wide viewing event at the QC track
April 9, 2024
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation
April 5, 2024
Testing in the gymnasium.
Juniors take the digital SAT for the first time at THHS
March 29, 2024
The 40th Anniversary Classic Apparel design.
Kicking off a fortieth anniversary countdown with The Classic’s spring fundraiser
March 22, 2024
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
Hallway Makeover: A Fresh Coat of Paint Hits the Second Floor
April 20, 2024
Students partake in the Henrietta Lacks bracelet making event
Biomedical Ethic class fundraises to honor the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks
April 19, 2024
Students share spring break plans.
Teens share plans as spring break approaches
April 17, 2024
Mr. Owens, a classical languages teacher.
Teachers Before Townsend: Mr. Owens’ journey from pursuing law to teaching Latin
April 15, 2024
Math teachers Abid Choudhury and Kayla Gill teach in an ICT math class.
“A model for special education in this city”: the ten-year story of how building a special education program transformed this top NYC school
April 4, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: Students share their opinions on the new homework policy
March 20, 2024
Room 410 offers a variety of seating options to best accommodate student needs and foster a comfortable environment
OPINION: It’s time to move beyond rows of desks and transform more classrooms into inviting learning spaces
March 10, 2024
As students choose courses for the upcoming year they question how many AP classes they should take.
How Many is Too Many? The Debate Over the Number of AP Courses Students Should Take in a Year
March 7, 2024
Tech-free Tuesdays can provide some much needed relaxation in the school environment
Opinion: Institute a Tech-free Tuesday tradition in classrooms to detox from an overreliance on classroom technology
February 23, 2024
Harrisites share opinions on the new homework policy.
Opinion Roundup: New course offerings released for elective signup period
February 19, 2024
AP Literature students listen as author Soraya Palmer addresses them in the THHS library.
AP Literature class pairs up with the Lambda Literary LGBTQ Writers in Schools Program
April 21, 2024
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Watch the Nightingale Theatre Company’s spring musical: The Addams Family
April 14, 2024
Eid-al Fitr represents the ending of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting for Muslims.
Eid al-Fitr: Harrisites reflect on the commemoration of Ramadan
April 13, 2024
Go behind the scenes of this springs musical production.
Behind the Scenes of the Nightingale Theatre Company’s production of The Addams Family
April 11, 2024
There are a variety of shows for Harrisites to enjoy during spring break
Harrisites Share Their Favorite Spring Break Shows to Enjoy
April 6, 2024
Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
After Steel Hawks place fourth at the Robotics Competition in Albany, team members reflect on season
April 18, 2024
The Steel Hawks make their boba easily accessible as you can purchase it during lunch and order it on your phone.
To build a better robot, the robotics team goes into business with boba
March 14, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.
Digital note taking vs. paper note taking
March 11, 2024
ModIT invites former president and Princeton student, Sonia Hasko, to talk to current club members
Alumna Sonia Hasko returns to address ModIT members
February 25, 2024
New color-coded bins stand along the cafeteria walls with arrows and instructive boards behind them.
Curbside Composting Program transforms the cafeteria’s garbage disposal process, though some are reluctant to comply
February 22, 2024
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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.

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The outdoor season of girls track has begun and many have set goals for the final season of the school year.

[Photo] As the outdoor track season begins, members share their goals for the season

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
April 16, 2024
Some of the Girls Badminton team.

[Photo] The Girls Badminton Captains share their experience of leading this season

Rica Ho, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Students at the cultural exchange event in the library during the sister school visit.

[Photo] Photos of the week: Career day and Japanese sister school visit

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
March 23, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.

[Photo] Digital note taking vs. paper note taking

Johnson Liu, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
NYPD Community Affairs monitors Drag Story Hour Event at THHS after reports of a potential protest

[Photo] GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day

Shamonti Shamim and Ana Ramlagan
November 27, 2023
Students trying to log in for synchronous instruction received error messages throughout the snowy day.

[Photo] Technical issues with remote logins lead to a mostly asynchronous snow day

Ayoub Ayoub, Suhail Morshed, and Shayra Shoshi
February 13, 2024
The Girls Varsity Track Team captains.

[Photo] Track captains share their goals for the winter season

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
January 8, 2024
The winter lobby decorating event, hosted by Karen Lin, Student Union Vice President.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Arista, Lobby Decorating, and HIV/AIDS Day

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
December 10, 2023
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 A. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.

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

Chiara Chen and Emily Daza
November 13, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Spirit Week events from Halloween and Founders’ Day to Election Sim Voting

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
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

Nadia Afifa, Chloe Kavanagh, and Brier Chng
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

Valencia Li and Joyce Xie
October 29, 2023
La Herencia Hispanas salsa event on October 13th in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

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

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
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

Rabtah Jinan, Science & Technology Copy Editor
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

Eva Hannon, Sports Copy Editor
September 25, 2023
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[Photo] EXPLAINER: how admissions criteria have changed through the years

Vanessa Lee, Elena Molina, Jasmine Mootooveran, Kaylee Oh, Zoe Quijote, and Namrin Zaman
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

Ananna Ali, Staff Writer
May 9, 2023
Harristies spoke to The Classic about their favorite winter meals.

[Photo] International Food Festival returns following Career Day

Sabrina Epstein, Staff Writer
May 5, 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

Ryan Young and Amelia Ferrell
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

Rabtah Jinan, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023
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[Photo] OPINION: A roundup of opinions on FON 2023

Bryson De Los Santos, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.

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

Jackie Chen, Copy Chief/News Copy Editor
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

Anastasia Gonidelis, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
Senior advisor, Mr. Gelbman in the dunk tank.

SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023

Karen Lin and Katherine Lian
February 2, 2023
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[Photo] New event at THHS: Inaugural Asian Culture Festival celebrates diverse cultures

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

Janaya Sydney, Staff Writer
January 11, 2023
Mr. McDonaugh reads holiday childrens books at Seasons Readings

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

Defne Kaygısız, Staff Writer
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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