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Students using personal electronic devices in school before the cell phone ban began.
With velcro pouches and lots of complaints, Townsend Harris students adjust to new statewide cellphone ban
September 12, 2025
Incoming freshmen attend August orientation at THHS
Class of 2029 attends annual freshman orientation
September 5, 2025
Incoming freshmen working at the summer Writers Academy retreat.
As the first day approaches, freshman from the class of 2029 discuss the admissions process
August 26, 2025
Students working at the summer Writers Academy retreat.
Writers Academy summer enrichment program welcomes Class of 2029 students
August 7, 2025
No more smart phones in the cafeteria, according to new regulations.
In NYC, coming “cell phone ban” will also apply to personal electronic devices like laptops, tablets, and smartwatches, updated chancellor’s regulation says
August 5, 2025
The world according to Zead: senior Zead Husain tells The Classic his THHS story
The world according to Zead: senior Zead Husain tells The Classic his THHS story
September 20, 2025
Guidance Counselor Anthony Santos who who joined the THHS community during the previous school year.
Anthony Santos joins the guidance team
September 15, 2025
William Lacker begins his first year as a full-time Townsend Harris English faculty member, teaching sophomore English and the humanities seminar.
William Lacker joins THHS English staff full time, after years of serving as humanities seminar professor
September 9, 2025
All nighters, coffee, and comfort zones: senior and SU VP Evelene Chao tells The Classic her THHS story
All nighters, coffee, and comfort zones: senior and SU VP Evelene Chao tells The Classic her THHS story
September 8, 2025
After participating in summer internships, students prepare for the new school year.
As summer vacation comes to a close, a look at what makes an internship worthwhile
September 2, 2025
Students reflect on their summer activities and how a summer should be spent.
Opinion Roundup: Summer of Fun or Summer of Internships?
September 11, 2025
A Q64 bus following new MTA bus route changes.
OPINION: New Queens MTA bus network is smooth for some but not for all
September 10, 2025
Students in the 2025 Semores team during their performance.
OPINION: Freshmen should take advantage of joining S!NG as soon as they can
September 3, 2025
Students will be arriving to school tomorrow for freshman orientation.
Opinion: Should freshman schedules be released earlier?
August 27, 2025
A delivery from Uber Eats, a popular food delivery service, sitting on a table in the lobby.
Opinion Roundup: Should Students be Allowed to Order Food to School?
July 29, 2025
S!NG Semore co-overall director Nicolette Cuzzo prepares for the season.
With preparations for S!NG underway, Semore co-overall director Nicollete Cuzzo discusses the playwriting process
September 16, 2025
Students perform at the end of the Nightingale Summer Retreat.
The Nightingale Theatre company holds its fifth annual summer retreat
September 4, 2025
Ariella performing on stage at THHS.
Musician Spotlight: Jazz Ensemble’s Ariella Casabar talks about taking up trumpet playing
August 20, 2025
The cover of "Drowning in Eyes"
Starling Press publishes children’s book by THHS student authors
August 18, 2025
The 2025-2026 Phoenix editorial staff and phoenix members who attended the end of year party
With the 2025 magazine published, Phoenix team plans on a rebirth for the publication and club
July 31, 2025
Saniha Jasrah's presentation of her findings from her research project in The Urban Barcode Research Program.
STEM Spotlight: Junior Saniha Jasrah researches the hygiene of school electronic devices during the Urban Barcode Research Program
September 17, 2025
The Science Olympiad team during a competition in the 2024-2025 school year
Science Olympiad team reflects on past season while looking ahead as school year approaches
August 25, 2025
Thaseena Anjum
Student Spotlight: Thaseena Anjum works to publish a guidebook for Queens Zoo as part of her independent science research
August 6, 2025
Science students working in the lab.
Course Spotlight: three-year science research elective sequence offers unique opportunities
July 22, 2025
Students participating at the pie-eating contest on Pi-Day.
STEM Departmental Year-End Wrap-Up: Pi Day, Revisions, and Honor Societies
July 3, 2025
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THHS Advances to the Regional Playoff Finals for the National Ethics Bowl

THHS Advances to the Regional Playoff Finals for the National Ethics Bowl

Lauren Jun and Ryan Eng
February 7, 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
Looking back at S!NG 2022

Looking back at S!NG 2022

Lauren Jun and Ramisha Parvez
December 16, 2021
Senior candidates reflect on the return of the in-person Election Simulation

Senior candidates reflect on the return of the in-person Election Simulation

Lauren Jun and Ramisha Parvez
October 6, 2021
After twenty-five years at THHS, custodian Luis Perez retires

After twenty-five years at THHS, custodian Luis Perez retires

Micah Sandy and Lauren Jun
August 13, 2021
Malcolm G. Largmann, principal who brought Townsend Harris High School back to life, dies at 89

Malcolm G. Largmann, principal who brought Townsend Harris High School back to life, dies at 89

Micah Sandy, Lauren Jun, and Ramisha Parvez
June 15, 2021
A virtual FON premieres on Google Slides

A virtual FON premieres on Google Slides

Lauren Jun, Izegbuwa Adun, Juney Liu, and Victoria Siebor
May 14, 2021
As The Falcon and The Winter Soldier concludes, students react to the series

As The Falcon and The Winter Soldier concludes, students react to the series

Lauren Jun
April 23, 2021
Taylor Swift releases new recording of hit album Fearless

Taylor Swift releases new recording of hit album Fearless

Lauren Jun
April 20, 2021
Inside THHS's first ever win at the NYC Regional Ethics Bowl

Inside THHS’s first ever win at the NYC Regional Ethics Bowl

Lauren Jun and Alisha Ansari
February 23, 2021
School holds open discussion following Capitol siege

School holds open discussion following Capitol siege

Lauren Jun and Izegbuwa Adun
January 11, 2021
Service and Activism workshop series offers community service opportunities

Service and Activism workshop series offers community service opportunities

Lauren Jun, Isabel Jagsaran, and Chloe Mau
December 7, 2020
An unconventional school year: junior experiences

An unconventional school year: junior experiences

Lauren Jun, Juney Liu, and Cate Nguyen
November 17, 2020
There is a new game Among Us

There is a new game Among Us

Lauren Jun, Daffny Cardoso, and Reem Nasrallah
October 20, 2020
Election Simulation season kicks off remotely with kickoff rally video

Election Simulation season kicks off remotely with kickoff rally video

Lauren Jun
October 12, 2020
Humanities department welcomes four new teachers

Humanities department welcomes four new teachers

Lauren Jun
September 25, 2020
Class of 2020 graduates on Youtube

Class of 2020 graduates on Youtube

Lauren Jun
June 30, 2020
Alumni Association statement that makes no mention of racism sparks outrage, resignation

Alumni Association statement that makes no mention of racism sparks outrage, resignation

Christy Han and Lauren Jun
June 5, 2020
THHS continues to adapt to virtual learning after DOE green lights Zoom for classroom use

THHS continues to adapt to virtual learning after DOE green lights Zoom for classroom use

Lauren Jun
June 1, 2020
Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Micah Sandy and Lauren Jun
May 29, 2020
What to binge next on Netflix

What to binge next on Netflix

Lauren Jun
May 28, 2020
Townsend Harris ranks fifth in the nation and first in New York State

Townsend Harris ranks fifth in the nation and first in New York State

Lauren Jun
May 4, 2020
THHS jumps rope for heart health awareness

THHS jumps rope for heart health awareness

Lauren Jun and Julia Maciejak
March 9, 2020
Harrisites watch West Side Story on Broadway

Harrisites watch West Side Story on Broadway

Lauren Jun
February 12, 2020
Looking ahead: Class of 2021 embarks on college trip

Looking ahead: Class of 2021 embarks on college trip

Lauren Jun and Juney Liu
February 6, 2020
Seniors spend warm weekend away at ski resort

Seniors spend warm weekend away at ski resort

Lauren Jun
January 13, 2020
Top five underrated holiday movies

Top five underrated holiday movies

Catherine Fang and Lauren Jun
December 18, 2019
New “floating piano” invites music between classes

New “floating piano” invites music between classes

Lauren Jun
December 9, 2019
Let's talk Founders' Day fashion

Let’s talk Founders’ Day fashion

Victoria Kuzma, Usha Sookai, and Lauren Jun
November 7, 2019
Spirit week and hallway decorating 2019

Spirit week and hallway decorating 2019

Julia Wojtkowski and Lauren Jun
November 5, 2019
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