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Students participate in the annual Career Day.
Career Day tradition continues as alumni return to share advice on career paths
April 14, 2025
Desks in rows preparation for a standardized exam in the THHS gymnasium.
Following a January pilot with three classes, all sophomores to take the English Regents moving forward
April 11, 2025
The 2025 Steel Hawks robot bumper reads “SCORE ON THAT THANG” at the Hudson Valley Regional competition. The slogan, along with the original 2025 robot name (“Hawk Tuah”), are both references to a 2024 viral video that discusses oral sex. The team eventually removed the bumper slogan and changed the robot’s name.
Robotics coaches face criticism after team names 2025 robot after viral “Hawk Tuah” video that discusses oral sex
April 6, 2025
Dr. Sato and the Japan Bowl team preparing for the upcoming competition
As Japan Bowl competition in Washington DC approaches, team members study hard
April 2, 2025
Students participating at the pie-eating contest on Pi-Day.
Celebrating Pi Day with pie: contests, deals, and personal traditions
March 31, 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
English Teacher and UFT Chapter Chair Kevin McDonaugh
Exploring our inner “shadow” through the English selective “Wherever you go, There you are”
April 9, 2025
Custodian Mario Vasquez
Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS
March 26, 2025
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 2025
SU Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz and Senior Max Wong
Guest Post: Student Union Equity Chair Jordan Hurwitz interviews senior Max Wong
February 27, 2025
Upperclassmen Volunteering at Townsend Harris Open House
Opinion Roundup: how many hours of community service makes the most sense for honors requirements?
April 8, 2025
A JOKE? Last night, The Classic reported on the Steel Hawks' decision to name their robot after a viral video that discusses oral sex. Below, the editors-in-chief share their opinion on why the story merits serious attention.
EDITORIAL: Why we’re not laughing at the robotics’ coaches approval of the “Hawk Tuah” robot name
April 7, 2025
Students share their opinions on the 40 hours of community service requirement.
OPINION: Community service hours should not be required for graduation honors
April 1, 2025
Townsend Harris guidance team support students.
OPINION: From Guidance’s Mindful Mondays to Ms. Fee’s petting zoo, meaningful wellness opportunities are widely available
March 27, 2025
Desks in rows preparation for a standardized exam in the THHS gymnasium.
OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”
March 21, 2025
Mr. Heathwood conducts during the “Celebrating Music 2025” concert, held in the THHS auditorium (a collaboration with Forest Hills High School). On March 31, Mr. Heathwood performed at Carnegie Hall.
Band director Kevin Heathwood performs at Carnegie Hall with Brooklyn Wind Symphony
April 19, 2025
Author Daniel Aleman visits AP Literature class over Zoom to discuss his novel Invisible
Author Daniel Aleman visits AP Literature class and discusses how firsthand immigration experiences inspire his writing
April 13, 2025
Author Mark Oshiro and his co-written book The Sun and the Star with author Rick Riordan
Author Mark Oshiro meets with students and discusses co-writing a novel in the world of Percy Jackson
April 4, 2025
Students gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 2025
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at Queen's College. Image courtesy of Nicole Cooley, director for the “Writers at Queens” series.
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at LeFrak Concert Hall for the ‘Writers at Queens’ series
March 17, 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
Steel Hawks attending the New York Tech Valley regional competition and receiving the FIRST Impact Award
Steel Hawks receive FIRST Impact Award, earning a seat at the championship event in Houston
April 3, 2025
Textbooks Still Aid Student Learning.
Though digital study methods may be on the rise, physical review books are still in the game
March 28, 2025
The Science Olympiad team studying for events in upcoming competitions
Science Olympiad members talk finding a balance between studying, competing, and fostering friendships
March 4, 2025
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Black Excellence Club leaders defend Black History Month hallway music after learning of concern about appropriateness

Black Excellence Club leaders defend Black History Month hallway music after learning of concern about appropriateness

Micah Sandy
February 28, 2022
Winter Concert canceled as COVID-19 cases surge in NYC

Winter Concert canceled as COVID-19 cases surge in NYC

Micah Sandy
December 21, 2021
Townsend sits in: Harrisites protest to protect students from educator sexual misconduct following NY Post report

Townsend sits in: Harrisites protest to protect students from educator sexual misconduct following NY Post report

Micah Sandy
November 24, 2021
Nicole Gleizer becomes the new COSA

Nicole Gleizer becomes the new COSA

Micah Sandy
October 14, 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
OPINION: Despite relaxed restriction on mask guidelines, now is not the time to lower our guards (and masks)

OPINION: Despite relaxed restriction on mask guidelines, now is not the time to lower our guards (and masks)

Micah Sandy
May 18, 2021
Financial aid meeting disrupted by Zoombombers sharing explicit content, racial slurs

Financial aid meeting disrupted by Zoombombers sharing explicit content, racial slurs

Micah Sandy
April 7, 2021
Juniors begin college search process with remote learning on the mind

Juniors begin college search process with remote learning on the mind

Micah Sandy
March 9, 2021
Club Spotlight: Bring Change to Mind

Club Spotlight: Bring Change to Mind

Micah Sandy and Aaleia Fernando
February 9, 2021
Harrisites’ plans to celebrate this Covid-19 holiday season

Harrisites’ plans to celebrate this Covid-19 holiday season

Micah Sandy, Alisha Ansari, and Darin Kim
December 23, 2020
Harrisites share their Thanksgiving plans during COVID-19

Harrisites share their Thanksgiving plans during COVID-19

Micah Sandy, Elliot Heath, and Kate Estevez
November 24, 2020
Election Simulation ends, Harrisites reflect

Election Simulation ends, Harrisites reflect

Micah Sandy and Aaleia Fernando
November 3, 2020
New York, United States - October 17, 2016: Richard Rodgers Theatre Hosting the Hamilton Musical - The Richard Rodgers Theatre opened in 1924 and, originally called the 46th Street Theatre, it was renamed in 1990 to honor the legendary composer Richard Rodgers, whose shows defined Broadway for over three decades.

Hamilton movie does not throw away its shot

Micah Sandy
July 22, 2020
Seniors say socially distanced goodbye at school building

Seniors say socially distanced goodbye at school building

Richard Lu and Micah Sandy
July 3, 2020
Class of 2018 alumnus Aaron Fernando advocates for change through “Who’s Taking Cop Money?” spreadsheet

Class of 2018 alumnus Aaron Fernando advocates for change through “Who’s Taking Cop Money?” spreadsheet

Micah Sandy, Ikeoluwa Adedokun, and Anindita Bhattacharjee
June 17, 2020
New grading policy changes: fourth quarter weighs a quarter

New grading policy changes: fourth quarter weighs a quarter

Richard Lu and Micah Sandy
June 9, 2020
Engaging on social media to support Black Lives Matter

Engaging on social media to support Black Lives Matter

Micah Sandy and Ashley Facey
June 8, 2020
Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Colleges adapt to assist with seniors’ decisions

Micah Sandy and Lauren Jun
May 29, 2020
Teachers talk remote learning as new normal sets in

Teachers talk remote learning as new normal sets in

Micah Sandy, Madina Azizi, and Alisha Ansari
May 21, 2020
COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Dave Laull

COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Dave Laull

Micah Sandy
May 18, 2020
Social distancing brings families closer together

Social distancing brings families closer together

Micah Sandy
April 21, 2020
Trying to get tested: one family from the THHS community shares their story

Trying to get tested: one family from the THHS community shares their story

Micah Sandy
April 14, 2020
Concerns surface for families overseas during COVID-19 pandemic

Concerns surface for families overseas during COVID-19 pandemic

Micah Sandy
March 31, 2020
Numerous Harrisites heed calls to stay indoors, as concerns grow about youth gatherings

Numerous Harrisites heed calls to stay indoors, as concerns grow about youth gatherings

Micah Sandy and Emily Torres
March 23, 2020
Disney releases new Star Wars early on digital as nation moves towards "social distancing," fans share thoughts

Disney releases new Star Wars early on digital as nation moves towards “social distancing,” fans share thoughts

Micah Sandy
March 15, 2020
Trips, events, and after school activities canceled as coronavirus cases grow

Trips, events, and after school activities canceled as coronavirus cases grow

Farah Haq and Micah Sandy
March 13, 2020
Food delivery at THHS: Where to get the best bang for your buck

Food delivery at THHS: Where to get the best bang for your buck

Reid Tujak and Micah Sandy
March 3, 2020
With added show, tickets still available for FON performances this weekend

With added show, tickets still available for FON performances this weekend

Farah Haq and Micah Sandy
February 27, 2020
Sharing Super Bowl halftime show thoughts

Sharing Super Bowl halftime show thoughts

Huzayfah Awan, Micah Sandy, and Cesar Torales
February 12, 2020
Club spotlight: La Herencia Hispana

Club spotlight: La Herencia Hispana

Micah Sandy
January 7, 2020
Pros and cons of practicing for SING and FON

Pros and cons of practicing for SING and FON

Yuri Choi and Micah Sandy
December 3, 2019
Seniors nix mixer for movie night

Seniors nix mixer for movie night

Huzayfah Awan, Farah Haq, Micah Sandy, Cesar Torales, Emily Torres, Jeremy Deacon, and Sara Tekin
October 30, 2019
Ms. Lopera returns

Ms. Lopera returns

Huzayfah Awan, Farah Haq, Richard Lu, Micah Sandy, Cesar Torales, and Emily Torres
September 25, 2019
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