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New teacher Richard Rodriguez starts out at Townsend Harris High School
Mr. Rodriguez joins the THHS Community
November 20, 2024
Founders' Day back to Colden Auditorium.
Founders’ Day returns to Colden Auditorium following renovations
November 18, 2024
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
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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Karen Lin

Karen Lin, Photography Editor / Social Media Editor

Karen is a senior at Townsend Harris High School. Her passions include graphic design, photography, and fine arts. In her free time, she enjoys reading or capturing moments across her five cameras.

All content by Karen Lin
Mr. Dunbar gives a speech at the final show on April 13th.

The Addams Family Musical through photography

Ashley Zeng, Karen Lin, Katherine Lian, Ryan Chen, Samira Li, and Tabassum Ahmed
April 27, 2024
The outdoor season of girls track has begun and many have set goals for the final season of the school year.

[Photo] As the outdoor track season begins, members share their goals for the season

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
April 16, 2024
Some of the Girls Badminton team.

[Photo] The Girls Badminton Captains share their experience of leading this season

Rica Ho, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Students at the cultural exchange event in the library during the sister school visit.

[Photo] Photos of the week: Career day and Japanese sister school visit

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
March 23, 2024
This spring, many Harrisites are looking forward to applying to summer internships for the arts.

[Photo] Digital note taking vs. paper note taking

Johnson Liu, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
NYPD Community Affairs monitors Drag Story Hour Event at THHS after reports of a potential protest

[Photo] GSA hosts Drag Queen Story Hour Event in library to celebrate National Coming Out Day

Shamonti Shamim and Ana Ramlagan
November 27, 2023
Students trying to log in for synchronous instruction received error messages throughout the snowy day.

[Photo] Technical issues with remote logins lead to a mostly asynchronous snow day

Ayoub Ayoub, Suhail Morshed, and Shayra Shoshi
February 13, 2024
The Girl's Varsity Track Team captains.

[Photo] Track captains share their goals for the winter season

Kaitlyn Lee, Staff Writer
January 8, 2024
The winter lobby decorating event, hosted by Karen Lin, Student Union Vice President.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Arista, Lobby Decorating, and HIV/AIDS Day

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
December 10, 2023
"A crack in the paint is still a piece of the picture."

S!NG 2024 Highlights

Ryan Young, Li Li, Karen Lin, Samira Li, Kashish Kamu, Harrison Zhu, and Alex Yauri
November 19, 2023
Juniors Toluwanimi Oyeleye (left), Azeezat Yusuf (middle), and Ramon A. Rodriguez (right) become first-year HPMP students.

[Photo] Harrisites participate in the Sophie Davis Health Professions Mentorship Program

Chiara Chen and Emily Daza
November 13, 2023
Students helping out with the voting ballots for Election Simulation on November 5.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Spirit Week events from Halloween and Founders’ Day to Election Sim Voting

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
November 7, 2023
Presidential candidates on stage during the election debate.

[Photo] Election Simulation candidates face off in debate, as Simulation Trump holds rally in cafeteria

Nadia Afifa, Chloe Kavanagh, and Brier Chng
November 6, 2023
Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan, directors of the THHS programming office

[Photo] Following Ms. Chung’s retirement, Mr. Amanna and Ms. Yan now in charge of creating student schedules

Valencia Li and Joyce Xie
October 29, 2023
La Herencia Hispana's salsa event on October 13th in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Speakers, Storytellers, Salsa Dancers, and Decorators

Katherine Lian, Multimedia Chief
October 14, 2023
Hawx News and The Townsend Times, Election Simulation newspaper.

SLIDESHOW: Election Simulation Kickoff Rally 2023

Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Alejandro De La Torre Cardona
September 29, 2023
The new LED lights that workers have begun to install throughout the THHS building.

[Photo] A new era of school efficiency: Townsend Harris to go 100% LED with new light installations

Rabtah Jinan, Science & Technology Copy Editor
September 28, 2023
The Girls Varsity Volleyball team cheering together at the Teachers vs. Students volleyball game.

[Photo] The Girls Varsity Volleyball and Swim Teams begin their seasons

Eva Hannon, Sports Copy Editor
September 25, 2023
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[Photo] EXPLAINER: how admissions criteria have changed through the years

Vanessa Lee, Elena Molina, Jasmine Mootooveran, Kaylee Oh, Zoe Quijote, and Namrin Zaman
August 9, 2023
Moments of Senior Prom 2023

Moments of Senior Prom 2023

Karen Lin and Katherine Lian
June 16, 2023
The Steel Hawks compete at NYC regionals, winning the upper bracket and losing the overtime but taking home 2nd place.

[Photo] The Steel Hawks take 2nd place at NYC Regionals

Ananna Ali, Staff Writer
May 9, 2023
Harristies spoke to The Classic about their favorite winter meals.

[Photo] International Food Festival returns following Career Day

Sabrina Epstein, Staff Writer
May 4, 2023
The cast of Into the Woods.

SLIDESHOW: The Nightingale Theater Company goes Into The Woods

Steven Jara, Judy Kim, Samira Li, Katherine Lian, and Karen Lin
May 2, 2023
A scene from the Friday afternoon performance of Into the Woods.

[Photo] Watch the “Into the Woods” livestream here

Ryan Young and Amelia Ferrell
April 30, 2023
Vincent Yip's award-winning app "Sit Straight" encourages people to correct their posture while in front of a computer with camera and software technology.

[Photo] Vincent Yip wins Congresswoman Grace Meng’s Congressional App Challenge

Rabtah Jinan, Staff Writer
March 30, 2023
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[Photo] OPINION: A roundup of opinions on FON 2023

Bryson De Los Santos, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Mr. Williams, a new member of the Classical Language department.

[Photo] Welcoming new Classical Greek & Latin Teacher: Adam Williams

Jackie Chen, Copy Chief/News Copy Editor
March 13, 2023
The FON finale.

FON 2023 Highlights

Karen Lin and Mandy Zheng
March 13, 2023
Sally Zheng will play The Baker's Wife in this year's musical, Into the Woods

[Photo] Junior Spotlight: Sally Zheng goes into the woods for this spring’s musical

Anastasia Gonidelis, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
Senior advisor, Mr. Gelbman in the dunk tank.

SLIDESHOW: Winter Carnival 2023

Karen Lin and Katherine Lian
February 2, 2023
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[Photo] New event at THHS: Inaugural Asian Culture Festival celebrates diverse cultures

Julian Sanchez
January 16, 2023
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[Photo] Club Spotlight: Glamour Gals sends off 2022 with their Winter Wishes campaign

Janaya Sydney, Staff Writer
January 11, 2023
Mr. McDonaugh reads holiday children's books at "Season's Readings"

[Photo] “Season’s Readings” encourages Harrisites to read into the holiday spirit

Defne Kaygısız, Staff Writer
December 19, 2022
Concert band bowing after their performance.

SLIDESHOW: Winter Concert 2022

Katherine Lian and Karen Lin
December 16, 2022
The Semores cheering at the end of their final show.

S!NG 2023 Highlights

Chayti Biswas, Erica Lee, Katherine Lian, Karen Lin, and Lucas Parris
November 22, 2022
Harrisite’s guide to the galaxy: Advice for incoming freshmen and sophomores by upperclassmen

Harrisite’s guide to the galaxy: Advice for incoming freshmen and sophomores by upperclassmen

Angela Chen, JK Rajjo, and Karen Lin
August 5, 2021
The freshman year that flew away: Class of 2024’s thoughts on the pandemic altered school year and hopes for the future

The freshman year that flew away: Class of 2024’s thoughts on the pandemic altered school year and hopes for the future

JK Rajjo and Karen Lin
July 29, 2021
A roundup of this week’s top NYC education stories

A roundup of this week’s top NYC education stories

Andrew Gurcharan, JK Rajjo, and Karen Lin
July 16, 2021
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