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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
Textbooks Still Aid Student Learning.
Though digital study methods may be on the rise, physical review books are still in the game
March 28, 2025
Custodian Mario Vasquez
Custodian Mario Vasquez discusses his time maintaining THHS
March 26, 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
Townsend Harris guidance team support students.
OPINION: From Guidance’s Mindful Mondays to Ms. Fee’s petting zoo, meaningful wellness opportunities are widely available
March 27, 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 gathering and eating during MSA's Iftar event to celebrate Ramadan
MSA’s iftar event raises over $500 for charity while inviting the wider community to join in celebrating Ramadan
March 23, 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
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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EDITORIAL: A sixth alumna has shared allegations of faculty misconduct from the past with The Classic; THHS needs a focused training program to protect students

EDITORIAL: A sixth alumna has shared allegations of faculty misconduct from the past with The Classic; THHS needs a focused training program to protect students

Nikki Ng, Victoria Oei, and Samantha Sestak
May 19, 2021
Following reports of a rise in violence against Asian-American community, Harrisites share concerns

Following reports of a rise in violence against Asian-American community, Harrisites share concerns

Victoria Oei
March 3, 2021
As NYC schools face shutdown, nearly all-remote THHS stands prepared

As NYC schools face shutdown, nearly all-remote THHS stands prepared

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei
November 15, 2020
Under new DOE programming guidance, courses may be cut

Under new DOE programming guidance, courses may be cut

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei
August 27, 2020
An unsung problem: all THHS orchestra classes run through recently cut QC funding

An unsung problem: all THHS orchestra classes run through recently cut QC funding

Victoria Oei
August 6, 2020
A look into the growing calls for the NYC DOE to cut ties with the NYPD

A look into the growing calls for the NYC DOE to cut ties with the NYPD

Usha Sookai and Victoria Oei
June 19, 2020
New Equity group announces virtual forum for discussion of nationwide protests and shares plans to build a more inclusive THHS

New Equity group announces virtual forum for discussion of nationwide protests and shares plans to build a more inclusive THHS

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei
May 31, 2020
After students share stories of discrimination and bigotry on social media, Principal Condon reports claims to DOE for investigation

After students share stories of discrimination and bigotry on social media, Principal Condon reports claims to DOE for investigation

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei
April 24, 2020
Walk-out protest organized to speak out against open schools

Walk-out protest organized to speak out against open schools

Victoria Oei
March 15, 2020
Programming conflicts flood the guidance department

Programming conflicts flood the guidance department

Bindu Koyi and Victoria Oei
November 5, 2019
10th Graders will not be taking the PSAT10 on SAT day

10th Graders will not be taking the PSAT10 on SAT day

Nikki Ng and Victoria Oei
March 25, 2019
Ms. Brandeis becomes assistant principal

Ms. Brandeis becomes assistant principal

Daniela Zavlun, Nikki Ng, Yuri Choi, Victoria Oei, Kelly Jiang, Nejra Barakovic, and Shabab Ahmed
October 1, 2018
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