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Seniors in celebrate their time in FON on stage for the finale.
FON 2023 stages four shows, showcasing dancing talent from around the world
March 20, 2023
New compatibility app makes its mark
New compatibility app makes its mark
March 20, 2023
New disciplinary policies are introduced at THHS to change how students are penalized after an infraction.
After demerits system dies out, detention debuts in new discipline policy
March 17, 2023
The three-year anniversary of COVID-19 marks a time of reflection and resolutions going forward into a more normal future.
Pandemic life: three years after the schools shut down in NYC
March 16, 2023
Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.
Welcoming new Classical Greek & Latin Teacher: Adam Williams
March 13, 2023
Courtesy of Azreen Abrar
Student Spotlight: Sophomore Azreen Abrar serves as youth consultant for nonprofit supporting South Asian community
March 23, 2023
Irene Skandalakis, producer of The 27 Podcast.
Senior Spotlight: Irene Skandalakis marvels as podcast producer
March 13, 2023
Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry
Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry
March 7, 2023
This image was created with the assistance of DALL·E 2, an AI image generator. The prompt used to create this image was: “A robot writes an essay on paper while sitting at a desk in a classroom with human students, in the style of a comic book.”
Is ChatGPT upending learning? Survey shows most THHS students are unfamiliar with the AI, but some have begun using it for class
March 2, 2023
Students plan to do academic and recreational activities over Mid-Winter break.
How Harrisites are spending their midwinter break
February 22, 2023
OPINION: Artificial intelligence raises alarm about cheating, calling for changes in education
OPINION: Artificial intelligence raises alarm about cheating, calling for changes in education
March 24, 2023
Amy Jiang
OPINION: After remote learning, field trips are more important than ever
March 21, 2023
Many colleges see students social media accounts as digital portfolios; students question the fairness of it.
College admissions officers viewing applicants’ social media should not be “fair game”
March 10, 2023
The College Board announces its new AP African American Studies Course, but amid controversy, doesnt recognize that the content should not be optional for students.
Editorial: Colleges must fight back against attempts to remove key topics from the new AP African American Studies course
February 28, 2023
While virtual parent teacher conferences are convenient, they should be coupled with in-person conferences to create a hybrid parent-teacher conference model.
The case for hybrid parent-teacher conferences
February 24, 2023
Alumni Spotlight: Class of ‘22 Lynda Irizarry returns to coach vocals for spring musical
Alumni Spotlight: Class of ‘22 Lynda Irizarry returns to coach vocals for spring musical
March 22, 2023
Harrisites celebrate Valentines Day with pancakes and love poems at the Read Dating event, offered by the THHS Reading Initiative.
Reading Initiative offers love poems and pancakes for “read-dating” event
March 16, 2023
ModIT holds monthlong investing competition
ModIT holds monthlong investing competition
March 15, 2023
The FON finale.
FON 2023 Highlights
March 13, 2023
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
March 12, 2023
The Townsend Harris Science Olympiad team wins several medals at Regionals, with Team A placing 2nd overall.
SciOly wins second place at Regionals
March 9, 2023
As technology continues to evolve, AI art continues to be a cheap and accessible source of imagery for artists, students, and writers alike, but it can be both beneficial and harmful.
The AI Art Boom
March 3, 2023
Excessive use of headphones can lead to long-term hearing loss.
How headphones can affect your hearing
February 23, 2023
A popular conglomerate called 3M plans to stop production of PFAS in efforts to make the world more sustainable.
3M to stop production of “forever chemical” PFAS by 2025
February 16, 2023
A new study reveals effects of the pandemic on the brain, and Harrisites share their feelings about it.
How the Pandemic Changed Your Brain: Study shows that COVID shutdown quickened development of teenage brain structure
February 16, 2023
The FON finale.
FON 2023 Highlights
March 13, 2023
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
Watch the FON 2023 Livestream
March 12, 2023
Senior advisor, Mr. Gelbman in the dunk tank.
SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023
February 2, 2023
2022 Wrapped: The Classics Year in Review
2022 Wrapped: The Classic’s Year in Review
December 30, 2022
Concert band bowing after their performance.
SLIDESHOW: Winter Concert 2022
December 16, 2022
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Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry

Teachers before Townsend: Mr. Heitman’s career in the airline industry

Sophia Sookram and Stephen Xing
March 7, 2023
Amelia Ferrell (left) and Madeline Cannon (right) canvassing for Anna Kaplan

Students reflect on volunteering for Anna Kaplan campaign

Julian Sanchez and Sophia Sookram
December 27, 2022
THHS welcomes alum Michael Quach back as a new physics teacher

THHS welcomes alum Michael Quach back as a new physics teacher

Emily Cantos and Sophia Sookram
December 19, 2022
Physical education department welcomes new members

Physical education department welcomes new members

Eileen Wang and Sophia Sookram
November 17, 2022
Healthy goodbyes: Maria Assante, Linda Carter, and Robin Figelman retire from THHS

Healthy goodbyes: Maria Assante, Linda Carter, and Robin Figelman retire from THHS

Carina Fucich, Esther Liu, Isabel Jagsaran, JK Rajjo, and Sophia Sookram
June 30, 2022
Townsend fashion trends: Spring 2022

Townsend fashion trends: Spring 2022

Esther Liu and Sophia Sookram
April 21, 2022
Harrisites reflect on NYC National History Day Competition

Harrisites reflect on NYC National History Day Competition

Sophia Sookram
April 18, 2022
Seeing Double: Talking to Townsend’s Latest Twins

Seeing Double: Talking to Townsend’s Latest Twins

Esther Liu and Sophia Sookram
March 22, 2022
Students participate in winter blood drive

Students participate in winter blood drive

Esther Liu, Sophia Sookram, and Loveleen Kaur
February 22, 2022
Spotlight: Chinese Silks FON, the Premier of Water Sleeves 

Spotlight: Chinese Silks FON, the Premier of Water Sleeves 

Esther Liu and Sophia Sookram
February 4, 2022
Sophomore lands lead role as Ariel in spring musical production of The Little Mermaid

Sophomore lands lead role as Ariel in spring musical production of The Little Mermaid

Esther Liu, Sophia Sookram, and Loveleen Kaur
January 28, 2022
The Winter Concert: The iconic tradition returns to THHS

The Winter Concert: The iconic tradition returns to THHS

Xin Yi Liu and Sophia Sookram
December 15, 2021
2021 Virtual Open House

2021 Virtual Open House

Stacey Jiang, Esther Liu, and Sophia Sookram
December 3, 2021
S!NG: kickoff and vaccination requirements

S!NG: kickoff and vaccination requirements

Stacey Jiang and Sophia Sookram
November 4, 2021
Following the return to in-person school, hallways and staircases face heavy congestion

Following the return to in-person school, hallways and staircases face heavy congestion

Kelly Gildea, Esther Liu, Hana Arafa, Sophia Sookram, Tahmid Hossain, Diana Piergrossi, Stephanie Lopez, and Gabriella Renzi
October 25, 2021
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