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Donations decrease during food drive.
Founder’s Day Food Drive sees fewer donations than in previous years
December 2, 2024
Townsend Harris hosts its annual open house
Prospective class of 2029 freshmen visit during the annual open house
November 21, 2024
New teacher Richard Rodriguez starts out at Townsend Harris High School
Mr. Rodriguez joins the THHS Community
November 20, 2024
Founders' Day back to Colden Auditorium.
Founders’ Day returns to Colden Auditorium following renovations
November 18, 2024
New teacher Jude Binda starts out at Townsend Harris.
ELA Department Welcomes Newest Recruit: Jude Binda
November 15, 2024
Previous MTA metrocard, before the new student OMNY cards
MetroCard Throwback
December 10, 2024
The 2022-2023 Arista induction ceremony
Arista Throwback
November 30, 2024
Semores team in the 2025 Friday night S!NG show
S!NG Throwback: The 2025 S!NG season comes to a close
November 24, 2024
Making the final edits of the Senior Video Yearbook
Yearbook Throwback: The class of 1999, the first class to have their high school captured in a video yearbook
November 12, 2024
2024 Election Simulation Kickoff Rally marking the beginning of the 2024 Election Simulation
Election Simulation Throwback
November 6, 2024
Future business majors should look into supply chain management as a potential career path
GUEST OPINION: Alum urges future business majors to look into supply chain management as a potential career path
December 15, 2024
Students share their opinion on cultural events in THHS.
Opinion Roundup : Cultural representation in events and extracurricular activities
December 5, 2024
Students share their opinion on the new testing schedule.
Opinion Roundup: does the new testing schedule lead to more testing?
December 1, 2024
Dropping lunch for electives is a difficult process.
OPINION: Dropping lunch bands for electives should be easier
November 11, 2024
Students share their perspective on extracurricular activities.
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on balancing extracurricular activities & schoolwork
November 9, 2024
Nightingale Theater Company's live read-aloud during Season's Reading
“Season’s Readings” event encourages independent reading and cultural exploration
December 18, 2024
African American FON leaders of last year.
FON season kicks off with interest rally
December 7, 2024
Semores overall directors and seniors Katie Chan and Joshua Chung
Semore overall directors discuss their final S!NG performance
December 4, 2024
Closing scene in the S!NG Semores performance
S!NG 2025 Highlights
November 27, 2024
Last year's freshman movie trip at Cinemart Cinemas
Freshmen take a trip to the movies
November 26, 2024
Lab Keeper Mark McHugh.
The man behind the lab: Mark McHugh administers lab work at Townsend Harris
December 13, 2024
Traditional paper and pen tests now turn digital
28 AP Exams to go digital in May 2025, leading to shifts in test prep and expectations
December 8, 2024
Girls Who Code provides a space to explore computer science.
New Girls Who Code club seeks to create inclusive space for members to explore computer science
November 29, 2024
Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence in education
Exploring the pros and cons of artificial intelligence in education as it becomes more prevalent
November 3, 2024
Technology and digital resources are transforming our education
Productivity and learning apps that help inside and outside the classroom
November 2, 2024
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Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Cecilia Taravella, William Rhee, Ryan Eng, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
June 30, 2022
THHS Wind Ensemble wins first place at Music in the Parks competition

THHS Wind Ensemble wins first place at Music in the Parks competition

Ryan Eng
June 13, 2022
A Q/A with music student-teachers Carlin Lee and Juliana Grant

A Q/A with music student-teachers Carlin Lee and Juliana Grant

Ryan Eng
June 3, 2022
THHS musicians perform in an eventful month of concerts and festivals

THHS musicians perform in an eventful month of concerts and festivals

Ryan Eng and DEFNE KAYGISIZ
June 2, 2022
THHS earns top honors at third straight Japan Bowl

THHS earns top honors at third straight Japan Bowl

Ryan Eng
May 24, 2022
FON 2022: Livestream Recordings

FON 2022: Livestream Recordings

Ryan Eng and Elliot Heath
March 6, 2022
THHS Advances to the Regional Playoff Finals for the National Ethics Bowl

THHS Advances to the Regional Playoff Finals for the National Ethics Bowl

Lauren Jun and Ryan Eng
February 7, 2022
After student protestors make calls to change disciplinary procedures for educator misconduct, DOE tells The Classic it will review protestors’ proposals

After student protestors make calls to change disciplinary procedures for educator misconduct, DOE tells The Classic it will review protestors’ proposals

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
February 3, 2022
DOE says former THHS teacher accused of sexual misconduct will not be at Science Olympiad event, clearing the way for THHS team to compete this Saturday

DOE says former THHS teacher accused of sexual misconduct will not be at Science Olympiad event, clearing the way for THHS team to compete this Saturday

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
February 2, 2022
Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Legislators and DOE officials visit for event aimed at promoting Queens College Bridge Year Program

Jasmine Palma, Sophia Park, Lauren Jun, Ryan Eng, Julia Maciejak, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
January 25, 2022
Students spent time learning about science research on the Queens College campus.

Former chemistry teacher investigated for sexual misconduct retains links to THHS through Science Olympiad events and Queens College position

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
January 6, 2022
State senator speaks to The Classic about possible legislative reforms to address educator sexual misconduct

State senator speaks to The Classic about possible legislative reforms to address educator sexual misconduct

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
December 21, 2021
Letters, Meetings, and Protests: How the school community has responded following allegations of sexual misconduct at Townsend Harris

Letters, Meetings, and Protests: How the school community has responded following allegations of sexual misconduct at Townsend Harris

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
December 14, 2021
Students report being in Canzoneri’s presence multiple times this fall, despite DOE claims that he was kept away from them

Students report being in Canzoneri’s presence multiple times this fall, despite DOE claims that he was kept away from them

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
November 22, 2021
Boys Badminton Team defeats Stuyvesant to win PSAL Championship

Boys Badminton Team defeats Stuyvesant to win PSAL Championship

Ryan Eng
November 16, 2021
The DOE calls the air purifiers that will be in NYC classrooms “HEPA purifiers.” The Classic asked the CDC if that’s accurate. Here’s how the CDC responded

The DOE calls the air purifiers that will be in NYC classrooms “HEPA purifiers.” The Classic asked the CDC if that’s accurate. Here’s how the CDC responded

Jasmine Palma and Ryan Eng
August 31, 2021
Harrisites rally for immigrant rights

Harrisites rally for immigrant rights

Ryan Eng
July 30, 2021
Many THHS students lack essential knowledge to protect themselves from educator sexual misconduct: here’s what students don’t know and what they need to know

Many THHS students lack essential knowledge to protect themselves from educator sexual misconduct: here’s what students don’t know and what they need to know

Jasmine Palma, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
June 23, 2021
Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

Ryan Eng and Julia Maciejak
April 12, 2021
Pizzerias, clinics, and family businesses: slices of pandemic life

Pizzerias, clinics, and family businesses: slices of pandemic life

Ryan Eng
March 29, 2021
New admissions criteria for THHS aims to promote inclusivity and respond to pandemic challenges

New admissions criteria for THHS aims to promote inclusivity and respond to pandemic challenges

Daniela Zavlun, Nataniela Zavlun, Ryan Eng, and Julia Maciejak
March 5, 2021
This fall, our school studied the campaign of Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis as part of a civics project. After the Capitol attack, it is our civic duty to call on her to resign.

This fall, our school studied the campaign of Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis as part of a civics project. After the Capitol attack, it is our civic duty to call on her to resign.

Ryan Eng
January 26, 2021
Teachers redesign the remote learning experience

Teachers redesign the remote learning experience

Kelly Jiang, Jessie Ye, and Ryan Eng
November 20, 2020
With a second shutdown of schools looming, final deadline to choose blended learning also approaches

With a second shutdown of schools looming, final deadline to choose blended learning also approaches

Ryan Eng and Julia Maciejak
November 13, 2020
Google Meet banned following three incidents

Google Meet banned following three incidents

Ryan Eng and Angela Chen
October 8, 2020
As pro sports inch towards reopening, students share thoughts

As pro sports inch towards reopening, students share thoughts

Ryan Eng
June 26, 2020
PSAL players make the best out of cancelled spring season

PSAL players make the best out of cancelled spring season

Ryan Eng
May 15, 2020
Boy's wrestling team season opener

Boy’s wrestling team season opener

Ryan Eng
January 17, 2020
States spotlight: Chloe Muñoz

States spotlight: Chloe Muñoz

Gabriel Matatov and Ryan Eng
December 13, 2019
Angela Zhu "flies" her way to States

Angela Zhu “flies” her way to States

Kristen Zhou, Gabriel Matatov, and Ryan Eng
December 6, 2019
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