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Incoming freshmen attend August orientation at THHS
Class of 2029 attends annual freshman orientation
September 5, 2025
Incoming freshmen working at the summer Writers Academy retreat.
As the first day approaches, freshman from the class of 2029 discuss the admissions process
August 26, 2025
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
All nighters, coffee, and comfort zones: senior and SU VP Evelene Chao tells The Classic her THHS story
All nighters, coffee, and comfort zones: senior and SU VP Evelene Chao tells The Classic her THHS story
September 8, 2025
After participating in summer internships, students prepare for the new school year.
As summer vacation comes to a close, a look at what makes an internship worthwhile
September 2, 2025
The 2025 Semores S!NG team celebrating on stage following their Friday night performance.
New Freshior S!NG directors look ahead to the coming season
September 1, 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
Students in the 2025 Semores team during their performance.
OPINION: Freshmen should take advantage of joining S!NG as soon as they can
September 3, 2025
Students will be arriving to school tomorrow for freshman orientation.
Opinion: Should freshman schedules be released earlier?
August 27, 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 perform at the end of the Nightingale Summer Retreat.
The Nightingale Theatre company holds its fifth annual summer retreat
September 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 Science Olympiad team during a competition in the 2024-2025 school year
Science Olympiad team reflects on past season while looking ahead as school year approaches
August 25, 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
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Violet Au

Violet Au, Managing Editor

Violet is a junior at Townsend Harris High School, and she aspires to be a psychotherapist in the future. Her favorite Classic piece she’s ever worked on is her article on an over-reliance on testing at THHS. Her favorite Classic piece made by others is an article titled “Would you date a MAGA supporter? As Trump takes office, survey shows partisan divisions hardening with regard to high school social life” by Bridgette Jeonarine.

All content by Violet Au
Desks in rows preparation for a standardized exam in the THHS gymnasium.

OPINION: The high stress of too much testing is still an issue that needs to be addressed, despite promises for “alternatives”

Violet Au, Opinion Editor
March 21, 2025
Guidance department offers college counseling.

OPINION: Underclassmen should receive college counseling as well

Violet Au, Opinion Editor
October 10, 2024
Should students be required to read so many digital texts rather than traditional printed texts? Image used with a license from Envato.

OPINION: Overreliance on digital texts makes learning harder and negatively impacts the reading experience

Emily Carson and Violet Au
July 23, 2024
Thaseena Anjum

Opinion Roundup: Reflecting on the testing schedule now that the spring term has ended

Brailyn Almonte, Violet Au, Anya Basnayake, and Mirabelle Miketa-Garcia
July 11, 2024
Should students in writing heavy classes have more options for using AI during the creative process?

A meaningful integration of AI begins with conversations about the technology’s potential

Anya Basnayake and Violet Au
February 16, 2024
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