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Mr. Dunbar in his office.
Ryan Dunbar becomes interim acting assistant principal of English
March 10, 2025
Junior Grade Leaders distribute Candy Grams to Townsend Harris students.
Junior Grade Leaders organize and distribute Candy Grams to celebrate Valentine’s Day
March 8, 2025
Freshman participating in Freshman Scavenger Hunt.
Freshman Scavenger Hunt offers puzzles, races, and a gift card
February 24, 2025
With the return to semester-based grading system, spring semester offers a grade “reset”
With the return to semester-based grading system, spring semester offers a grade “reset”
February 20, 2025
Students and teachers attending last year's Winter Carnival
Annual Winter Carnival cancelled due to low signups from clubs
February 19, 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
The image from the June 1987 edition of The Classic. The original caption: "Townsend Harris' seniors are welcomed by Queens College."
Throwback Article: “Plans Underway For QC Adventure” from June 1987
February 9, 2025
Mr. Heathwood and Mr. Stern run "music mindfulness" jam sessions during teacher-led Wellness Fridays.
Jogging with Kadamani and Jamming with Stern: How ‘Wellness Fridays’ facilitate faculty team building
February 3, 2025
The White House behind a police barricade, as seen during a Classic overnight field trip to Washington, DC.
Would you date a MAGA supporter? As Trump takes office, survey shows partisan divisions hardening with regard to high school social life
January 20, 2025
Last year's Festival of Nations.
Leaders of new Pakistani FON group prepare for the 2025 performance
January 3, 2025
Religion's impact on students and their academics
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on how experiences with faith outside of the classroom develop identities throughout the school community
March 9, 2025
Students and teachers attending last year's Winter Carnival
Letter to the Editor: Winter Carnival cancellation has more to do with SU policies than lack of interest from clubs
March 6, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the new club making process.
Opinion Roundup: thoughts on the process for launching a new club
March 3, 2025
Attend the Healthy Relationships Summit this Thursday.
Guest Essay: NYC Commissioner marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness month with letter to high school students on healthy relationships
February 10, 2025
Students completing their lab during zero band
OPINION: 7AM is too early for class. Lab sections should be offered at different times during the day
January 21, 2025
Students attempting the obstacle course at Ferox Ninja Park
Juniors travel to Ferox Ninja Park in Brooklyn for class trip
February 23, 2025
Girl Up members making bracelets.
Girl Up Club celebrates ‘Galentine’s Day’ with charm bracelet making
February 21, 2025
Robert Mirabal's performance at Flushing Town Hall
Robert Mirabal shares “Music, Culture, and the Pueblo Way” at Flushing Town Hall
February 15, 2025
Class of 2025 goes on senior trip.
Class of 2025 takes a trip to the Catskills
January 30, 2025
Senior Julia Waters
Musician Spotlight: senior singer Julia Waters, whose “rare talent” inspires audiences
January 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
Part of the Tech Crew during a meeting in preparation for FON
As FON approaches, the Tech Crew works with FON leaders to help bring the show to life
February 23, 2025
Senior, Steel Hawks president, founder of Hack Club, and Build Coordinator for Science Olympiad Isaac Wong
STEM Spotlight: Senior Isaac Wong, Steel Hawks president, described as “backbone of the team”
February 5, 2025
Tech coordinator, physics teacher and sports coach John Tsai
How John Tsai, physics teacher and tech mastermind, keeps classes running
February 1, 2025
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
YMA Club holds various events to connect members with medical professionals
January 31, 2025
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Young Women in STEM plans ahead.

[Photo] Young Women in STEM club aims to expand turnout and offerings

Shayra Shoshi, Ayoub Ayoub
January 27, 2025
Harrisites reflect on school day hours.

[Photo] Opinion Roundup: Should the school day start later to allow for healthier sleep schedules?

PJ Lee
January 17, 2025
Cooking meets science in class.

[Photo] New “Chemistry of Cooking” elective serves up a culinary take on the sciences

Adora Uddin and Marchella Ramos
December 19, 2024
Future business majors should look into supply chain management as a potential career path

[Photo] GUEST OPINION: Alum urges future business majors to look into supply chain management as a potential career path

Jayden Tavares, Class of 2021 THHS Alum
December 15, 2024
College application throwback

[Photo] Fall college application season throwback

Farah Rahimzada, The Classic Archivist
October 13, 2024
New STEM club at Townsend, Youth Medical Association.

[Photo] New STEM club at THHS: Youth Medical Association aims to support students in pursuing the medical field

Sophia Lee and Sabah Jivraj
October 6, 2024
Students and teachers talk about which desks and furniture they prefer.

[Photo] The Furniture Feature: perspectives on the many desks that inhabit the school building

Mirabelle Miketa-Garcia, Features Editor
October 3, 2024
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[Photo] Alongside new club regulations, club database website in development

Krish Wadia, Breaking News Manager
October 1, 2024
Colleges reverting to test-mandatory admissions

[Photo] OPINION: Colleges reverting to test-mandatory admissions policies without significantly addressing inequities is a mistake

Uma Hardeo, Staff Writer
September 29, 2024
Support kitten, Mel through donations on GoFundMe.

Cell phones should not be banned in school as banning phones hinder students' educational benefits and communication.

[Photo] EDITORIAL: The DOE Should Not Implement a Systemwide Cell Phone Ban

The Editorial Board
September 26, 2024
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[Photo] New school year throwback in new building 1994

Farah Rahimzada, The Classic Archivist
September 21, 2024
The Freshiors' SING Production Team is getting ready for the fall show, with new plans and responsibilities.

[Photo] S!NG 2025: New Freshior art department directors discuss this fall’s production planning

Shamonti Shamim, Student Profile Manager
September 21, 2024
Digital SATs improve testing experience.

[Photo] As test optional applications begin to go away, the new digital SAT offers an improved test-taking experience

Muhammadali Husenov, Staff Writer
September 15, 2024
Teachers shared how they spent their summer vacation, engaging in activities that also further prepared them for the upcoming school year.

[Photo] Students have internships and summer jobs, but what do teachers do over the summer?

Sabah Jivraj and Fatima Raza
September 14, 2024
Art students display thier art in the annual end of the year gallery

[Photo] Art Gallery takes over the lobby

Sayemah Nadi, Uma Tevlin
June 14, 2024
Students reaction to the double album release of The Tortured Poets Department.

[Photo] Students share mixed reviews about Taylor Swift’s new album

Daffny Cardoso, Arts & Entertainment Copy Editor
May 16, 2024
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[Photo] Teens share places to visit this spring

Sayemah Nadi, Staff Writer
May 12, 2024
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[Photo] Green Team Travels to Albany to lobby for Climate Legislation

Nadia Afifa and Jim Hidalgo
April 5, 2024
Holi is a Hindu festival celebrating the start of spring.

[Photo] Harrisites share their Holi traditions on the eve of the Hindu festival

Sayemah Nadi and Uma Tevlin
March 24, 2024
Yale University implements a ‘flexible-testing’ policy for the class of 2025 admissions cycle

[Photo] With Yale and Dartmouth bringing back required test scores, test-optional admissions policies may be on their way out

Defne Kaygisiz, News Copy Editor
March 3, 2024
Tech-free Tuesdays can provide some much needed relaxation in the school environment

[Photo] Opinion: Institute a Tech-free Tuesday tradition in classrooms to detox from an overreliance on classroom technology

Maisha Rahman, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
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[Photo] College application season ends for seniors

Emily Kapica, Staff Writer
January 26, 2024
Members of winter sports teams share their current standings and what they look forward to this season.

[Photo] The latest from the wrestling, track, and table tennis teams

Abby Kronenberg and Haley Suarez
December 18, 2022
Blue light glasses are very popular amongst students and seem to work for many.

[Photo] Do blue light glasses really work?

Carolina Corcuera, Science and Technology Editor
November 10, 2022
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[Photo] After 59 years, Jupiter is now the closest it has ever been to Earth

Gurjot Gill, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
Although gaming may not be supported by many, it has many benefits that are offered in the THHS Gaming Club.

[Photo] Introducing the Gaming Club; more than playing

Carolina Corcuera, Science and Tech Editor
October 13, 2022
books

[Photo] Banned Books Week: Celebrating freedom of reading

Reshma Deonarain and Tanisum Halim
November 9, 2017
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