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City Council passes resolution 372.
City Council resolution calls for supporting student journalism in all NYC public high schools
October 17, 2024
2024-2025 THHS SU Card
Cost of SU dues rise to $18
October 16, 2024
New daily testing calendar debuts, leading to a petition and reports of “multiple tests every day”
New daily testing calendar debuts, leading to a petition and reports of “multiple tests every day”
October 15, 2024
New Townsend Harris English Teacher Sean Nolan
Sean Nolan joins the English Department, teaching literature to juniors and seniors
October 11, 2024
Ms. Flores, the new guidance counselor at Townsend Harris High School
Valerie Flores joins the guidance team
October 8, 2024
College application throwback
Fall college application season throwback
October 13, 2024
Snapshots of the spirit week highlighted in the 21st volume of The Classic
Spirit Week Throwback
October 8, 2024
Students and teachers talk about which desks and furniture they prefer.
The Furniture Feature: perspectives on the many desks that inhabit the school building
October 3, 2024
Mel, the Townsend Harris cat, when she was found last spring.
Paraplegic kitten found on Melbourne Avenue, who brings smiles and crowds to the third floor, in need of surgery to address spinal protrusion
September 30, 2024
THHS participating in the annual Election Simulation Kick-Off Rally.
Election Simulation throwback
September 25, 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
Guidance department offers college counseling.
OPINION: Underclassmen should receive college counseling as well
October 10, 2024
Colleges reverting to test-mandatory admissions
OPINION: Colleges reverting to test-mandatory admissions policies without significantly addressing inequities is a mistake
September 29, 2024
Cell phones should not be banned in school as banning phones hinder students' educational benefits and communication.
EDITORIAL: The DOE Should Not Implement a Systemwide Cell Phone Ban
September 26, 2024
Digital SATs improve testing experience.
As test optional applications begin to go away, the new digital SAT offers an improved test-taking experience
September 15, 2024
Students participating at the club fair.
New clubs centered on neurodiversity, psychology, veterinary field among those debuting this fall
September 23, 2024
The Freshiors' SING Production Team is getting ready for the fall show, with new plans and responsibilities.
S!NG 2025: New Freshior art department directors discuss this fall’s production planning
September 21, 2024
Freshmen attending the journalism portion of the Writers Academy Summer Retreat.
Annual Writers Academy Summer Retreat helps grow the next generation of student writers
September 8, 2024
Operation Tomatometer returns for season four.
Operation Tomatometer launches season four with a “Twisters” review
July 26, 2024
Course Spotlight: new AP English literature course focuses on immigration stories and experiences
Course Spotlight: new AP English literature course focuses on immigration stories and experiences
July 4, 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
Mr. Choudhury, Interim Acting Assistant Principal of STEM.
Abid Choudhury becomes Interim Acting Assistant Principal of STEM
September 24, 2024
Returning students and rising freshmen participate in the Steel the Summer summer program at THHS.
Robotics Team hosts “Steel the Summer” program for rising freshman
September 4, 2024
Approximately 116 students and four mentors attended the Robotics Competition in Albany.
After Steel Hawks place fourth at the Robotics Competition in Albany, team members reflect on season
April 18, 2024
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Ramon A. Rodriguez

Ramon A. Rodriguez, Copy Editor

Ramon is a senior at THHS. He loves to play with his Yorkshire Terrier, Toby. In his free time, he enjoys baking, reading, and watching his favorite TV show, The Big Bang Theory.

All content by Ramon A. Rodriguez
Students partake in the Henrietta Lacks bracelet making event

Biomedical Ethic class fundraises to honor the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks

Ramon A. Rodriguez, Features Copy Editor
April 19, 2024
College flags line the walls in the guidance office.

How overturning Affirmative Action upended the admissions process, leaving a haze of uncertainty and anxiety for seniors awaiting admissions results

Aiden Clarke, Riya Chaudhry, and Ramon A. Rodriguez
March 26, 2024
Indonesian FON leaders.

FON Spotlight: Indonesian FON leaders

Ramon A. Rodriguez, Features Copy Editor
March 6, 2024
The moment the Hawks won the Queens Championship on February 16.

Girls Varsity Basketball team makes THHS history as Queens champions, defeating Francis Lewis to take the title

Ramon A. Rodriguez
February 19, 2024
Health Professions society and Dr. Melissa P. Murray

[Photo] Health Professionals Society club members host guest speaker

Raisa Kamal and Kadiatou Dia
December 17, 2023
Mr. Lonborg will be teaching social studies.

New faculty member David Lonborg joins the history department

Silga Chisim and Ramon A. Rodriguez
September 21, 2023
Dr. Martin will teach social studies and ISS.

New faculty member Guy Martin joins the ISS and history departments

Silga Chisim and Ramon A. Rodriguez
September 7, 2023
Senior Justin Huang.

Student Spotlight: Senior Justin Huang released his album, In Conversation

Ramon A. Rodriguez and Leilani Walkes
May 2, 2023
Sophomore Azreen Abrar.

Student Spotlight: Sophomore Azreen Abrar serves as youth consultant for nonprofit supporting South Asian community

Ramon A. Rodriguez, Staff Writer
March 23, 2023
Photo Courtesy of The Classic Staff

FON Spotlight Series: Caribbean FON Leaders

Ramon A. Rodriguez, Staff Writer
February 7, 2023
New teacher Ruben Durandis joins the science department

New teacher Ruben Durandis joins the science department

Ramon A. Rodriguez
December 6, 2022
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