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New teacher Jude Binda starts out at Townsend Harris.
ELA Department Welcomes Newest Recruit: Jude Binda
November 15, 2024
New mathematics and Instructional Support Services teacher, Ms. Drakakis
Mathematics and Instructional Support Services departments welcome Vanessa Drakakis to the staff
November 13, 2024
The "simulated" presidential candidates debate during a special assembly held before Election Day.
In alternate reality of the Townsend Harris Election Simulation, Kamala Harris wins the presidency
November 10, 2024
George Washington Monument in Washington, D.C.
THHS Writers Academy travels to Washington DC for an overnight trip
October 31, 2024
New “anecdotal” record system used to monitor rule breaking
New “anecdotal” record system used to monitor rule breaking
October 27, 2024
Making the final edits of the Senior Video Yearbook
Yearbook Throwback: The class of 1999, the first class to have their high school captured in a video yearbook
November 12, 2024
2024 Election Simulation Kickoff Rally marking the beginning of the 2024 Election Simulation
Election Simulation Throwback
November 6, 2024
2024 Founders' Day held at Colden Auditorium
Founders’ Day Throwback
October 26, 2024
2024-2025 SU Club Liaison Elvis Chan
Junior Elvis Chan takes on Club Liaison role, after two years closely working with the Student Union
October 20, 2024
College application throwback
Fall college application season throwback
October 13, 2024
Dropping lunch for electives is a difficult process.
OPINION: Dropping lunch bands for electives should be easier
November 11, 2024
Students share their perspective on extracurricular activities.
Opinion Roundup: perspectives on balancing extracurricular activities & schoolwork
November 9, 2024
New day-based testing schedule overwhelms student.
EDITORIAL: The new testing schedule is a failure and should be replaced
November 1, 2024
Students share their opinions about a potential cell phone ban.
Opinion Roundup: Students consider a possible cell-phone ban in schools and reflect on the device policy at THHS
October 21, 2024
Students share their opinion about the new grading policy.
Opinion Roundup: New Grading System returns to old semester-based grading system
October 14, 2024
Juniors win Hallway Decorating event.
After years of senior victories, juniors win 2024 Hallway Decorating Competition with Harry Potter theme
November 8, 2024
Attendees of the Diwali event painting traditional diyas
Hindu Student Association holds their first Diwali Event
November 5, 2024
Students at the Witching Hour
Third annual Halloween “read-a-thon” encourages a sold out crowd to read and hang out all night
November 4, 2024
Abigail Luk's winning book submission, To Love You
Abigail Luk named a winner in Ezra Jack Keats children’s book competition
October 23, 2024
Students participating at the club fair.
New clubs centered on neurodiversity, psychology, veterinary field among those debuting this fall
September 23, 2024
Pros and Cons of Artificial Intelligence in education
Exploring the pros and cons of artificial intelligence in education as it becomes more prevalent
November 3, 2024
Technology and digital resources are transforming our education
Productivity and learning apps that help inside and outside the classroom
November 2, 2024
President Jenney Huang and Vice President Ashley Brachman of THHS Science Olympiad
With competitions on the horizon, new leaders of Science Olympiad settle into their roles
October 19, 2024
Hack Club attending the annual THHS club fair
Hack Club launches, aiming to inspire students interested in the computer science field
October 12, 2024
YMA Co-Presidents Shayera Mourin and Adeline Lin
New STEM club at THHS: Youth Medical Association aims to support students in pursuing the medical field
October 6, 2024
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Bridgette Jeonarine

Bridgette Jeonarine, Editor-in-Chief

Bridgette is a senior at THHS. In her free time, she loves reading romantic comedies and catching up on the latest news stories. In the future, she hopes to obtain a law degree and pursue a career as a political journalist.

All content by Bridgette Jeonarine
Mr. Scardino, social studies teacher and former UFT chapter leader.

After 27 years, teacher and former UFT chapter leader Franco Scardino retires

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 5, 2024
Math teachers Abid Choudhury and Kayla Gill teach in an ICT math class.

“A model for special education in this city”: the ten-year story of how building a special education program transformed this top NYC school

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
April 4, 2024
Newcomer students pose with their teacher at Queens Academy High School

How one Queens school transformed itself to welcome and educate newcomer students

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
December 26, 2023
Former Assistant Principal of ISS takes new job in the DOE's central office.

Georgia Brandeis, Assistant Principal of Instructional Support Services, takes new job in DOE’s central office

Bridgette Jeonarine, Isabella Zapata, and Toluwanimi Oyeleye
October 16, 2023
The latest from The Classic's critics

The latest from The Classic’s critics

Bridgette Jeonarine, Managing Editor
August 18, 2023
Mr. Stonehill: teacher, former coordinator of student activities, and former coach at Townsend Harris.

Mr. Stonehill retires after a 29 year teaching career at THHS

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 23, 2023
NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks visits Townsend Harris to discuss funding for the future of the Queens College Bridge Year Program, and also see how the school runs with everyday student involvement.

NYC Schools Chancellor visits to observe literacy program, co-taught classes, and humanities seminar

Bridgette Jeonarine, Toluwanimi Oyeleye, and Isabella Zapata
June 8, 2023
Opinion Roundup: What makes THHS worthy of its reputation?

Opinion Roundup: What makes THHS worthy of its reputation?

Bryson De Los Santos and Bridgette Jeonarine
February 17, 2023
Harrisites share their opinions on the first fully in-person Founder's Day since COVID-19 hit.

Harrisites reflect on the first in-person Founders Day since 2019

Bridgette Jeonarine, Audrey Lin, Sadiyah Ahmed, and Bryson De Los Santos
November 12, 2022
Freshmen share their first week of school experiences.

Freshmen reflect on the beginning of the school year

Bridgette Jeonarine, Opinion Copy Editor
October 7, 2022
This year, students were able to come back to school without having to worry about various safety protocols.

Editorial: At last, a new school year begins without a battle over safety protocols

Bridgette Jeonarine and Ewa Stasiewicz
September 30, 2022
A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE

A roundup of opinions on new COVID guidelines instituted by the DOE

Bridgette Jeonarine, Audrey Lin, and Ewa Stasiewicz
September 11, 2022
THHS PERIOD club holds rally for menstrual rights, featuring Congresswoman Grace Meng

THHS PERIOD club holds rally for menstrual rights, featuring Congresswoman Grace Meng

Jackie Chen and Bridgette Jeonarine
June 9, 2022
With Supreme Court draft decision generating intense student concern, history classes should expand frequency of current events discussions

With Supreme Court draft decision generating intense student concern, history classes should expand frequency of current events discussions

Bridgette Jeonarine
May 11, 2022
Harrisites Compete in MIST New York 2022

Harrisites Compete in MIST New York 2022

Bridgette Jeonarine
April 18, 2022
Stronger testing and quarantine procedures needed as omicron surges

Stronger testing and quarantine procedures needed as omicron surges

Bridgette Jeonarine
December 16, 2021
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