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Harrisites donated to the New York Blood Center during school last week
Harrisites participate in fall Blood Drive
October 6, 2022
Seniors kicked off the 2022 Election Simulation last week in the courtyard.
Election Simulation candidates launch the 2022 campaign season
October 3, 2022
SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kick-off Rally 2022
SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kick-off Rally 2022
September 30, 2022
Ms. Baranoff takes over as COSA after being Senior Advisor for three years.
Ms. Baranoff takes over as COSA
September 26, 2022
After PupilPath ban, DOE released its own gradebook platform; here’s what teachers are saying about it
After PupilPath ban, DOE released its own gradebook platform; here’s what teachers are saying about it
September 22, 2022
Seniors celebrated the beginning of their last school year by watching the sunrise together on September 23.
Seniors welcome the sunrise at early morning event celebrating the start of their last school year
October 4, 2022
As students wear masks less frequently, more students are sharing anxieties over being judged by their appearance.
As masks start to come off more frequently in school, anxieties over facial features appear to rise
September 27, 2022
THHS Japan Bowl winners earn trip to Japan, meet with princess of the Japanese Imperial Family
THHS Japan Bowl winners earn trip to Japan, meet with princess of the Japanese Imperial Family
September 13, 2022
YouTube tutor Mr. Sinn talks to The Classic about APs, teaching, and more
YouTube tutor Mr. Sinn talks to The Classic about APs, teaching, and more
September 8, 2022
Juniors found summer robotics program for women and gender minority students
Juniors found summer robotics program for women and gender minority students
September 1, 2022
This year, students were able to come back to school without having to worry about various safety protocols.
Editorial: At last, a new school year begins without a battle over safety protocols
September 30, 2022
Opinions from across the school: zero band now begins ten minutes earlier
Opinions from across the school: zero band now begins ten minutes earlier
September 23, 2022
A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE
A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE
September 11, 2022
OPINION: Three things to change next school year
OPINION: Three things to change next school year
August 5, 2022
2022 Special Award for Services to the School goes to graduate editors Ryan Eng, Julia Maciejak, and Jasmine Palma
2022 Special Award for Services to the School goes to graduate editors Ryan Eng, Julia Maciejak, and Jasmine Palma
June 25, 2022
Dessert shop recommendations in Queens to go to with friends.
Dessert Shops to Visit with Friends
October 5, 2022
Students share their favorite books from this summer.
With summer now officially over, here were the top book picks from summer 2022
September 29, 2022
Students share their favorite moments from the Mid-Autumn Festival.
How Harrisites Celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival
September 28, 2022
In support of the Freedom to Read Foundation’s Banned Book Week, students brought their own book and read for an entire period.
School holds read-in for all students to kick off initiative to encourage independent reading
September 28, 2022
Fall Fashion at Townsend Harris
The Classic’s guide to this year’s fall fashion trends
September 28, 2022
Students took part in a medical training summer opportunity.
Harrisites share experiences from the Sophie Davis Health Professions mentorship program
September 12, 2022
Queens Public Library to work with THHS Social Science Research students this fall
Queens Public Library to work with THHS Social Science Research students this fall
September 2, 2022
With NYC on high COVID alert, experts weigh in on the efficacy of masking
With NYC on high COVID alert, experts weigh in on the efficacy of masking
May 20, 2022
After World Championship, the THHS Steel Hawks reflect on their season
After World Championship, the THHS Steel Hawks reflect on their season
May 6, 2022
Senior spotlight: Sonia Hasko
Senior spotlight: Sonia Hasko
May 3, 2022
SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kick-off Rally 2022
SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kick-off Rally 2022
September 30, 2022
Scenes from the 2022 Club Fair
Scenes from the 2022 Club Fair
September 20, 2022
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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.

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

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

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

June 2, 2022
THHS earns top honors at third straight Japan Bowl

THHS earns top honors at third straight Japan Bowl

May 24, 2022
FON 2022: Livestream Recordings

FON 2022: Livestream Recordings

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

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

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

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

January 25, 2022
Former chemistry teacher investigated for sexual misconduct retains links to THHS through Science Olympiad events and Queens College position

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

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

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

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

November 22, 2021
Boys Badminton Team defeats Stuyvesant to win PSAL Championship

Boys Badminton Team defeats Stuyvesant to win PSAL Championship

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

August 31, 2021
Harrisites rally for immigrant rights

Harrisites rally for immigrant rights

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

June 23, 2021
Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

Administration unveils new mural aimed at promoting inclusivity and safety

April 12, 2021
Pizzerias, clinics, and family businesses: slices of pandemic life

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

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

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.

January 26, 2021
Teachers redesign the remote learning experience

Teachers redesign the remote learning experience

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

November 13, 2020
Google Meet banned following three incidents

Google Meet banned following three incidents

October 8, 2020
As pro sports inch towards reopening, students share thoughts

As pro sports inch towards reopening, students share thoughts

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

PSAL players make the best out of cancelled spring season

May 15, 2020
Boys wrestling team season opener

Boy’s wrestling team season opener

January 17, 2020
States spotlight: Chloe Muñoz

States spotlight: Chloe Muñoz

December 13, 2019
Angela Zhu flies her way to States

Angela Zhu “flies” her way to States

December 6, 2019
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