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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
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
The 2025 Semores S!NG team celebrating on stage following their Friday night performance.
New Freshior S!NG directors look ahead to the coming season
September 1, 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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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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