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Seniors presenting their research on “the ethics and aesthetics of friendship” during day two of the Humanities Symposium
Seniors present original research on literary friendships at annual humanities symposium
June 13, 2025
THHS Librarian and President of the New York Library Association Arlene Laverde
Librarian Arlene Laverde retires, leaving behind a legacy of championing independent reading and fighting for libraries as free and open spaces
June 11, 2025
2025-2026 SU President Jenna Abdelhamid, and 2025-2026 SU Vice- President Evelene Chao
Following a higher turnout election, 2025-2026 Student Union executive board winners announced
June 5, 2025
Chairs used and testing conditions during AP testing
AP Psychology exam rescheduled due to technical difficulties
May 29, 2025
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos listens to students planning their Symposium presentations during a Humanities Seminar class in the Townsend Harris library.
NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos tours THHS, as funding for the school’s early college program remains uncertain
May 26, 2025
2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang and 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
Q&A with Class of 2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang
June 9, 2025
Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim and Valedictorian Jenney Huang on stage after both their awards were announced
Q&A with Class of 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
June 8, 2025
Science teacher Sarah Loew oversees the growing Henrietta Lacks event.
Growing success of annual “Henrietta Lacks” event serves as a showcase of science teacher Sarah Loew’s dedication
June 3, 2025
Sophomore Aki Benjamin
‘Heimler’s History’ at home: sophomore creates ‘Aki’s History Review’ videos
May 25, 2025
Pamela Del Vecchio, Secretary to Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee, is the mastermind behind the system that ensures all classes with an absent teacher are covered by another teacher.
Substitute Procedures: inside the daily puzzle that needs solving in order to cover all classes
April 18, 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
Students and staff share their opinion on the gym uniform policy.
Opinion Roundup : are gym uniforms really necessary?
May 24, 2025
Students studying and preparing for tests
OPINION: Teachers should return graded assignments no longer than two weeks after they are due
May 8, 2025
Art supplies used by the art department
While many have discussed how AI impacts student writing, students artists have a lot to say about AI art
June 6, 2025
Students walking around and taking in the art gallery
Spring art gallery showcases paintings, photography, digital art, and sculptures
June 1, 2025
Screening attendees watching the Breaking the News documentary
A special screening of Breaking the News documents the founding of The 19th
May 21, 2025
Participants discussing the new Hunger Games book: Sunrise on the Reaping in the library.
Pizza, ice cream, and “Hunger”: the reading initiative hosts a book club on “Sunrise on the Reaping,” the new “Hunger Games” novel
May 20, 2025
Symphony Orchestra and Chorus after the closing performance during Spring Concert
Annual Spring Concert features wide variety of music, with everything from Gustav Holst to Bruno Mars
May 11, 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
An illustration provides a 3D graphical representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle studded with glycoprotein tubercles in this handout image obtained by Reuters April 9, 2019. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/Handout via REUTERS/ File Photo
STEM department pitches new elective courses in topics like human pathology and animal behavior
May 17, 2025
Chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani shares his running journey.
After running over 25,000 miles, chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani imparts his exercise philosophy
April 28, 2025
Students observing the 2024 solar eclipse, a rare celestial phenomenon, and a topic discussed in Astronomy Club
Club spotlight: Astronomy Club aims to inspire a love for studying the stars
April 16, 2025
Students explore learning styles despite questions over their validity.
How the theory of “learning styles” influences learners, despite arguments that the theory lacks scientific validity
April 12, 2025
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Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Despite state funds, Queens College Bridge Program funding remains uncertain long term. A look at why THHS continues to push for greater support.

Cecilia Taravella, William Rhee, Ryan Eng, Cate Nguyen, and Jennifer Quisi
June 30, 2022
The Batman Movie Review

The Batman Movie Review

William Rhee
March 16, 2022
SLIPKNOT: Global Livestream Review Article 

SLIPKNOT: Global Livestream Review Article 

William Rhee
November 17, 2021
Black Widow arrives on Disney+, here's our review

Black Widow arrives on Disney+, here’s our review

William Rhee
October 5, 2021
Marvel’s upcoming phase four movies

Marvel’s upcoming phase four movies

William Rhee
June 23, 2021
THHS recognized as #1 public high school in New York

THHS recognized as #1 public high school in New York

William Rhee and Dorcas Adewale
May 14, 2021
BLACKPINK brings the show home

BLACKPINK brings the show home

William Rhee
February 23, 2021
Senior Year schedules by the numbers

Senior Year schedules by the numbers

William Rhee
January 25, 2021
School brings the holiday spirit online

School brings the holiday spirit online

William Rhee and Isabel Jagsaran
January 4, 2021
Metallica brings charity center stage

Metallica brings charity center stage

William Rhee
December 10, 2020
How to celebrate your birthday remotely

How to celebrate your birthday remotely

William Rhee
November 23, 2020
Looking for pandemic pastimes? Try producing music

Looking for pandemic pastimes? Try producing music

William Rhee
November 16, 2020
Rhoda Weinstein, one of the original teachers of the reopened THHS, passes at 89

Rhoda Weinstein, one of the original teachers of the reopened THHS, passes at 89

William Rhee
September 23, 2020
Reopening committee presents new “Enriched Virtual Plan” in online meetings

Reopening committee presents new “Enriched Virtual Plan” in online meetings

William Rhee and Juney Liu
August 11, 2020
Giving back with homemade face masks

Giving back with homemade face masks

William Rhee
May 20, 2020
MoMA renovation: same challenges in a bigger space – both offline and online

MoMA renovation: same challenges in a bigger space – both offline and online

William Rhee
March 25, 2020
Exploring museum exhibits from your home with The Met's The Last Knight

Exploring museum exhibits from your home with The Met’s The Last Knight

William Rhee
March 23, 2020
Are we all Jokers? Joker movie review

Are we all Jokers? Joker movie review

William Rhee
November 13, 2019
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