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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
MSA member drawing a henna design on a participant's hand.
Hennafest 2025 offers a post-AP season celebration
June 17, 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
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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Reem Nasrallah

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Reem Nasrallah is a senior at Townsend Harris High School. She enjoys lifting, going on runs, and binge-watching her favorite shows (“Suits” is the current obsession)

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While many shows film on the Queens College campus, the producers of Manifest used the THHS exterior for one of their scenes, as depicted above.

When Hollywood comes to Queens College: why and how filming occurs so regularly on campus

Reem Nasrallah, A&E Editor
July 17, 2023
The set of the Into the Woods musical.

[Photo] Into the Woods: Set Building

Queenie Sze, Staff Writer
April 19, 2023
For Banned Books Week, THHS Librarian sets up read in, urges students to get library cards

For Banned Books Week, THHS Librarian sets up read in, urges students to get library cards

Reem Nasrallah, A&E Editor
September 19, 2022
Stephanie Gomérez, Class of 2012, discusses performing in Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child"

Stephanie Gomérez, Class of 2012, discusses performing in Broadway’s “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”

Emma Joa and Reem Nasrallah
September 11, 2022
Drama Club Murder Mystery Shows Review

Drama Club Murder Mystery Shows Review

Reem Nasrallah
July 19, 2022
It’s 2016 Somewhere: Album Review

It’s 2016 Somewhere: Album Review

Reem Nasrallah
May 11, 2022
Freshmen reflect on their first in-person semester at THHS

Freshmen reflect on their first in-person semester at THHS

Reem Nasrallah, Katherine Lian, Sandra Sandoval, and Sara Lukacevic
March 15, 2022
Wind Ensemble launches Band Bodega to raise funds

Wind Ensemble launches Band Bodega to raise funds

Reem Nasrallah
February 15, 2022
How Quarantined Harrisites reflect upon return to the building

How Quarantined Harrisites reflect upon return to the building

Reem Nasrallah, Kelly Gildea, Katherine Lian, Gabriella Renzi, and Sandra Sandoval
January 29, 2022
Is Hype House worth the hype?

Is Hype House worth the hype?

Reem Nasrallah
January 19, 2022
THHS Affirmations: the satirical Instagram account that has captivated the school community

THHS Affirmations: the satirical Instagram account that has captivated the school community

Jessica Sandoval, Reem Nasrallah, Katherine Lian, Sandra Sandoval, and Sara Lukacevic
January 18, 2022
Tis The Season For Secret Santa

Tis The Season For Secret Santa

Reem Nasrallah
December 15, 2021
Study snack guide for the final stretch of AP Season

Study snack guide for the final stretch of AP Season

Reem Nasrallah
June 1, 2021
The problem of TikTok’s unrealistic beauty standards

The problem of TikTok’s unrealistic beauty standards

Daffny Cardoso, Reem Nasrallah, and Melinda Wang
May 21, 2021
During online forum, Harrisites speak out against anti-Asian racism

During online forum, Harrisites speak out against anti-Asian racism

Reem Nasrallah, Stacey Jiang, Esther Liu, and Faiza Tasnim
March 30, 2021
Harrisites reflect on modified club application process

Harrisites reflect on modified club application process

Alisha Ansari, Reem Nasrallah, Benjamin Babayev, and Chloe Mau
February 17, 2021
Teachers begin getting vaccinated

Teachers begin getting vaccinated

Reem Nasrallah, Isabel Jagsaran, Rachel Chan, and Kaia Lain
January 27, 2021
Same traditions, different setting: Annual Founder’s Day ceremony goes virtual

Same traditions, different setting: Annual Founder’s Day ceremony goes virtual

Christine Pak, Olivia Leon, Alisha Ansari, Reem Nasrallah, and Isabel Jagsaran
November 13, 2020
Costuming amidst Covid: Top Picks for Halloween 2020

Costuming amidst Covid: Top Picks for Halloween 2020

Daffny Cardoso, Reem Nasrallah, and Diana Katanov
October 29, 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
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