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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
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
Participants discussing the new Hunger Games book: Sunrise on the Reaping in the library.
Pizza, ice cream, and “Hunger”: the reading initiative hosts a book club on “Sunrise on the Reaping,” the new “Hunger Games” novel
May 20, 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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Meet Latin teacher Timothy Hanford

New faculty member Timothy Hanford joins the classical languages department

Bella Chen and Mark Mbogho
January 23, 2024
Testing in the gymnasium.

Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric

Bella Chen and Mark Mbogho
October 13, 2023
OPINION: How price transparency in higher education can make early admission programs more equitable

OPINION: How price transparency in higher education can make early admission programs more equitable

Michael Babayev and Mark Mbogho
August 25, 2023
Opinion Roundup: What are Harrisites most and least looking forward to this upcoming school year?

Opinion Roundup: What are Harrisites most and least looking forward to this upcoming school year?

Mark Mbogho
August 7, 2023
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Opinion Roundup: Should summer be spent on educational or recreational activities?

Bella Chen, Mark Mbogho, Jazmine Chiquito, and Harnoor Parmar
July 24, 2023
The students who participated in the Reading Initiative at the National Archives Museum.

Reading Initiative brings students to DC for overnight “grand prize” trip

Mark Mbogho, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Seniors in celebrate their time in FON on stage for the finale.

FON 2023 stages four shows, showcasing dancing talent from around the world

Mark Mbogho and Chloe Szeto
March 20, 2023
Glamour Gals club sells "Heartfelt Hellos" for Valentine’s Day

Glamour Gals club sells “Heartfelt Hellos” for Valentine’s Day

Mark Mbogho
February 20, 2023
With Valentines Day coming up, Harrisites share their idea of a perfect date.

Harrisites’ idea of the perfect date

Jasmyn Pillay and Mark Mbogho
February 10, 2023
Students share their goals for the new year.

What resolutions do Harrisites have to kick off their 2023?

Mark Mbogho, Amina Asad, and Daffny Cardoso
January 4, 2023
What do Harrisites want under their Christmas trees this year?

What do Harrisites want under their Christmas trees this year?

Mark Mbogho, Staff Writer
December 21, 2022
Five entertaining things to do in NYC as summer wanes

Five entertaining things to do in NYC as summer wanes

Daniel Dixon, Sophia Aponte, Mark Mbogho, Analey Ramesar, Ramon Rodriguez, and Maimuna Kader
August 15, 2022
Restaurant Week deals and DIY food hacks to fire up your taste buds this summer

Restaurant Week deals and DIY food hacks to fire up your taste buds this summer

Daniel Dixon, Sophia Aponte, Mark Mbogho, Analey Ramesar, Ramon Rodriguez, Maimuna Kader, Fiona Gao, and Aizay Amin
August 3, 2022
The five most bingeworthy shows of the summer

The five most bingeworthy shows of the summer

Daniel Dixon, Sophia Aponte, Mark Mbogho, Analey Ramesar, Ramon Rodriguez, and Maimuna Kader
July 26, 2022
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