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Students and teachers attending the "Youth Day of Action” in Albany
Green Team participates in “Youth Day of Action” to lobby for climate change action in Albany
March 19, 2025
Assistant Principal of Organization Ms. Fee shaking hands with new inductees of the Archon Honor Society.
Archon induction ceremony celebrates community service and academic achievements
March 18, 2025
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
Digital Shift Challenges No. 2 Pencil.
With digital testing on the rise, is the No. 2 pencil no longer #1 in the classroom?
March 20, 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
Desks in rows in prior preparation for the recent PSAT and SAT exams
OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”
March 21, 2025
College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
Op-Ed: The College Board should continue offering traditional paper testing alongside digital AP exams
March 14, 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
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at Queen's College.
Author Edwidge Danticat speaks at LeFrak Concert Hall for the ‘Writers at Queens’ series
March 17, 2025
The new THHS spring musical, Little Shop of Horrors
Preparations are now underway for the Nightingale Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors
March 12, 2025
Students attempting the obstacle course at Ferox Ninja Park
Juniors travel to Ferox Ninja Park in Brooklyn for class trip
February 22, 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
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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All content by Stephanie Geier

Lacking in Facebook disputes: Empathy

Stephanie Geier and Jennifer Walsh
June 27, 2015

Teacher’s cafeteria returns to teachers, vending machines moved

Stephanie Geier
March 30, 2015

Cell phone ban lifted, THHS unaffected

Stephanie Geier
January 29, 2015
Change in admissions policy reduces emphasis on state tests

Change in admissions policy reduces emphasis on state tests

Stephanie Geier
October 28, 2014

Extra senior elective leads to program challenges

Stephanie Geier and Sarah Iqbal
September 18, 2014

For some, senior cut day a bust

Stephanie Geier
June 25, 2014

Lynne Greenfield: A Legacy of Creativity

Stephanie Geier
April 8, 2014

SciOly places at Yale against national teams

Stephanie Geier
February 4, 2014

High marks in final Bloomberg progress report

Stephanie Geier and Vickie Savvides
December 19, 2013

THHS co-hosts JSA convention

Stephanie Geier
November 6, 2013

Former principal leaves behind legacy of innovation

Stephanie Geier and Poonam Dass
October 2, 2013

Seekers hosts morning of song and prayer

Stephanie Geier
September 30, 2013

All bands meet

Stephanie Geier and Sandhya Sewnauth
September 27, 2013

Clubs, activities weather changes

Stephanie Geier
September 25, 2013
Marvin Leiner: A lifelong Harrisite

Marvin Leiner: A lifelong Harrisite

Stephanie Geier
June 16, 2013

New policy for grading Regents exams to go into effect

Stephanie Geier
May 24, 2013

Forgive, don’t forget ethical lapses of sports “heroes”

Stephanie Geier
April 23, 2013

Queens College implements new security policies after robbery

Stephanie Geier
April 23, 2013

For and Against: FOR controlling guns in America

Stephanie Geier
March 8, 2013

FON 2013 performs for larger crowd in new location

Stephanie Geier
March 8, 2013

In the mind of a shooter

Stephanie Geier
January 31, 2013

Phoenix Silver Lining reading diversifies offerings

Stephanie Geier
January 24, 2013

Sandy should be a wake up call

Stephanie Geier
December 15, 2012

Club Spotlight: Ping Pong serves up new enrichment opportunities

Stephanie Geier
November 20, 2012
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