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Students working at the summer Writers Academy retreat.
Writers Academy summer enrichment program welcomes Class of 2029 students
August 7, 2025
No more smart phones in the cafeteria, according to new regulations.
In NYC, coming “cell phone ban” will also apply to personal electronic devices like laptops, tablets, and smartwatches, updated chancellor’s regulation says
August 5, 2025
This fall, students will be completing a summer reading assignment in class due to AI concerns.
Written summer reading assignment for all grades to be entirely in-class this fall
August 4, 2025
English teacher Ryan Dunbar, who became the assistant principal of English earlier in the Spring semester, teaching students during a class.
English Departmental Year-End Wrap-Up: Sophomore Regents, a new AP, and on demand writing
July 21, 2025
The Benjamin S. Rosenthal Library on the Queens College Campus.
Principal Condon announces a “pause” in Queens College bridge program for 2025-2026 school year
July 14, 2025
Jordana will serve as the new junior class president.
SU Spotlight: Q&A with rising junior Jordana Lo as she steps into role as junior president
August 19, 2025
Social Studies teachers Frank McCaughey, Frank Spitaleri, and Jake Ruiz (from left to right).
History Highlights: Social Studies department reflects on 24-25 school year and looks ahead
August 13, 2025
New Key Club leaders are ready for the coming school year
Club spotlight: new Key Club leaders prepare for coming school year
August 12, 2025
Ishmal Ali will be the next JSLT
SU Spotlight: Ishmal Ali will be the next JSLT
August 11, 2025
Susan Rodriguez, Principal Brian Condon's secretary, at her desk in his office.
Staff profile: Principal’s secretary Susan Rodriguez described as the “hidden gem” of THHS
July 28, 2025
A delivery from Uber Eats, a popular food delivery service, sitting on a table in the lobby.
Opinion Roundup: Should Students be Allowed to Order Food to School?
July 29, 2025
Students receive OMNY cards on the first day of school.
OPINION: OMNY card system started out promising but needs a reboot for next year
June 23, 2025
Students using devices in class.
Opinion: Smartphone ban should come with new thinking about how and when to integrate technology into the classroom
June 14, 2025
Students posing for a picture at prom last year.
Opinion Roundup: On Prom Eve, seniors share what price is right for prom outfits
June 10, 2025
Students share their experiences on various clubs at Townsend Harris.
Opinion Roundup: how various clubs create a space for student wellness and peer support.
June 4, 2025
Ariella performing on stage at THHS.
Musician Spotlight: Jazz Ensemble’s Ariella Casabar talks about taking up trumpet playing
August 20, 2025
The cover of "Drowning in Eyes"
Starling Press publishes children’s book by THHS student authors
August 18, 2025
The 2025-2026 Phoenix editorial staff and phoenix members who attended the end of year party
With the 2025 magazine published, Phoenix team plans on a rebirth for the publication and club
July 31, 2025
Mr. Lee and students take a selfie after their performance.
Faculty spotlight: Mr. Lee conducts orchestra with “high standards” and “compassion”
July 23, 2025
The cast bows at the end of last year's Nightingale Theatre Company musical, "The Addams Family." This year, the play was be "Little Shop of Horrors."
Nightingale Theatre Company team builds a wider extracurricular community for drama enthusiasts
July 10, 2025
Thaseena Anjum
Student Spotlight: Thaseena Anjum works to publish a guidebook for Queens Zoo as part of her independent science research
August 6, 2025
Science students working in the lab.
Course Spotlight: three-year science research elective sequence offers unique opportunities
July 22, 2025
Students participating at the pie-eating contest on Pi-Day.
STEM Departmental Year-End Wrap-Up: Pi Day, Revisions, and Honor Societies
July 3, 2025
Science Research students recording data in the laboratory
Science Research class studies campus soil on multi-day field trip
June 21, 2025
Red Cross Club hosts coloring event to support seniors.
Red Cross hosts annual Color a Smile event to share art with senior citizens
May 22, 2025
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