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A senior hung the Palestinian flag near the school entryway on November 21.
After senior claims to be disciplined for hanging a Palestinian flag in front of school, tensions rise over political speech
November 29, 2023
Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
Harrisites welcome prospective class of 2028 students and families at Open House
November 28, 2023
The THHS School Wide Grading Policy adds a new section.
Schoolwide grading policy updated to include revision guidelines
November 22, 2023
2023 Founders Day held at THHS auditorium.
Founders’ Day 2023 held at Townsend Harris due to renovations at Colden Auditorium
November 20, 2023
The senior class at the annual hallway decorating competition held on Friday, October 27.
Once again, seniors win first place in hallway decorating competition
November 14, 2023
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
New book club at Townsend Harris aims to promote reading for enjoyment
November 17, 2023
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
Following the retirement of Ms. Wischerth, Antonio Montalvo joins the Art Department
November 11, 2023
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
Freshmen reflect on their first marking period at THHS
October 31, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office
Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules
October 29, 2023
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
History department welcomes new faculty member Joshua Krinsky
October 17, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
OPINION: Tackling test anxiety requires a heightened emphasis on progress
November 24, 2023
Transportation issues for some students with IEPs stem from requirements that allow for only one drop-off time for each school.
OPINION: Busing issues deprive students with IEPs from equal access to the educational opportunities at THHS
November 16, 2023
The THHS Election Simulation should be held at all schools.
Opinion: Mock elections belong in every high school
November 8, 2023
Townsend Harris High School students face an unexpected metal detector and hold during class on September 26.
EDITORIAL: With the fear of deadly violence now a fixture in American schools, students deserve better communication when metal detectors and a “hold” disrupt normal operations
October 30, 2023
Photo by Kari Iocolano
Opinion Roundup: Students share thoughts on changes in AP World History exam rubric
October 13, 2023
GSA hosts a Drag Story Hour in the THHS library.
GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day
November 27, 2023
Students listen to these fall songs during different times, but especially during their commute to school.
Harrisites share their fall music favorites
November 25, 2023
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
November 21, 2023
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns
November 19, 2023
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween
October 24, 2023
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
As part of “Alliance 4,” Steel Hawks place second at Brunswick Eruption
November 23, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon R. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.
Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program
November 13, 2023
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
Harrisites participate in field biology internships at Alley Pond
November 2, 2023
The 2023 Science Olympiad Team at States.
SciOly Members Prepare for a New Year of Competitions
October 27, 2023
Cooper Union Highschool STEM program
Harrisites participate in Cooper Union’s STEM Summer Program
October 20, 2023
A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture.
S!NG 2024 Highlights
November 19, 2023
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
Classic Crossword: War of the Words
November 18, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.
Photos of the Week- Halloween, Founders’ Day, Deputy Chancellor Visit, and Election Sim
November 7, 2023
Founders Day 2023 live from THHS.
Founders’ Day 2023: Livestream
November 3, 2023
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
GALLERY: Halloween Artwork
November 3, 2023
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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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