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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
Senior Leilani Walkes's winning artwork in the 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
Senior Leilani Walkes announced as a winner in 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
June 15, 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
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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Harrisites look back at their reasons for gratitude this past Thanksgiving

Harrisites look back at their reasons for gratitude this past Thanksgiving

Yuri Choi and Jessie Ye
December 1, 2020
Harrisites stress safety during this COVID-19 Thanksgiving

Harrisites stress safety during this COVID-19 Thanksgiving

Yuri Choi and Jessie Ye
November 25, 2020
COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Matilda Kim

COVID-19 frontline worker spotlight: Matilda Kim

Yuri Choi
June 15, 2020
Adapting to remote learning: Extroverts vs. introverts

Adapting to remote learning: Extroverts vs. introverts

Yuri Choi and Alisha Ansari
June 11, 2020
Two months in: Entertainment and activities to pass the time

Two months in: Entertainment and activities to pass the time

Yuri Choi, Olivia Leon, Kassidy De Nobrega, Cecilia Taravella, and Isabella Sam
May 19, 2020
Is the SAT or ACT more important?: Student misconceptions

Is the SAT or ACT more important?: Student misconceptions

Yuri Choi and Ikeoluwa Adedokun
March 20, 2020
Should TikTok stars be paid?

Should TikTok stars be paid?

Yuri Choi and Marcella Soewignjo
March 10, 2020
Underlying cultural pressures of FON

Underlying cultural pressures of FON

Yuri Choi
February 25, 2020
S!NG vs. FON— which do students prefer?

S!NG vs. FON— which do students prefer?

Yuri Choi
January 7, 2020
Pros and cons of practicing for SING and FON

Pros and cons of practicing for SING and FON

Yuri Choi and Micah Sandy
December 3, 2019
The choreography behind S!NG

The choreography behind S!NG

Yuri Choi and Marcella Soewignjo
November 24, 2019
Where SU card money goes

Where SU card money goes

Yuri Choi, Kelly Jiang, and Nejra Barakovic
October 9, 2019
Harrisites Protest in NYC Climate Strike

Harrisites Protest in NYC Climate Strike

Yuri Choi and Ikeoluwa Adedokun
October 2, 2019
A new addition: Abid Choudhury

A new addition: Abid Choudhury

Yuri Choi
September 24, 2019
The State of Alabama v. Arthur

The State of Alabama v. Arthur

Reshma Deonarain, Kelsey Zhen, Yuri Choi, Kelly Jiang, Nejra Barakovic, Brenden Picioane, Katrina Dydzuhn, and Jennifer Moran
May 23, 2019
Lisa Kron visits sophomore English classes

Lisa Kron visits sophomore English classes

Yuri Choi and Kelly Jiang
April 25, 2019
Chinese modern FON makes its debut

Chinese modern FON makes its debut

Yuri Choi and Kelly Jiang
March 1, 2019
Brita hydration stations await installation

Brita hydration stations await installation

Yuri Choi
February 28, 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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