THHS Classic

01/12/2026

Girls varsity table tennis sets its sights on a strong finish to the season

The girls varsity table tennis team currently has a standing of 5-3 in Queens Division II. On Thursday, the team lost 5-0 against Francis Lewis High School, one of its toughest competitors. The team is now in third place in its division, below the second place Francis Lewis and the undefeated first place Cardozo High School team. “The game against Francis Lewis was very competitive…Everyone put up a good fight, most leading to the fifth set,” junior manager Tristan Zeng said....

The girls varsity table tennis team currently has a standing of 5-3 in Queens Division II. On Thursday, the team lost 5-0 against Francis Lewis High School, one of its toughest competitors. The tea…

01/11/2026

Photos of the Week: Season’s Readings

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01/11/2026

Classic Crossword: New Year, New Goals

Try this week's crossword that focuses on getting a fresh start with the new year. Constructed by Jasmine Mootooveran using the online cross word creator from Amuse Labs

Try this week’s crossword that focuses on getting a fresh start with the new year. Constructed by Jasmine Mootooveran using the online cross word creator from Amuse Labs

01/10/2026

Harrisites shares new year's resolutions for 2026

As students and teachers returned to Townsend Harris High School after the holiday break, they came in armed with an optimism that stems from their various resolutions for the new year. A number of…

01/10/2026

STEM Internship Spotlight: Three seniors conduct cancer research at the SPARKED internship program at Mount Sinai Tisch Cancer Institute

This past summer, seniors Shayera Mourin, Samia Orva, and Daniel Dixon pursued their scientific passions by participating in the Summer Program Advancing Research Knowledge, Education, and Development (SPARKED) Internship Program at Mount Sinai’s Tisch Cancer Institute. Open to high school students within the ages of 16 to 18, the SPARKED Internship runs for eight weeks every summer, and continues on through the school year, allowing students to enhance their research projects before publication....

This past summer, seniors Shayera Mourin, Samia Orva, and Daniel Dixon pursued their scientific passions by participating in the Summer Program Advancing Research Knowledge, Education, and Developm…

01/09/2026

Video: Nightingale Theatre Company hosts holiday-themed performance during Season’s Readings

On December 23, THHS hosted it's fourth annual Season's Readings. Normal lessons were put on hold that day in order to spend time promoting the importance of literacy and reading. During the day, the Nightingale Theatre Company also hosted a performance in the auditorium including holiday-themed readings, musical performances, a magic show, and stop motion films. Watch the full video above or on The Classic's YouTube channel.

On December 23, THHS hosted it’s fourth annual Season’s Readings. Normal lessons were put on hold that day in order to spend time promoting the importance of literacy and reading. Durin…

01/08/2026

Course spotlight: physics “hybrid” class opens up paths for more advanced study

The AP Physics 1/Regents Hybrid program is double-band elective that is the equivalent to a one-semester, algebra-based, college-level physics course. It blends Regents and AP Course material, giving students tougher questions that demand more problem-solving skills than Regents level classes. Principal Brian Condon said he came up with the course because requiring kids to have to take the regents Physics course before they were able to enroll in the AP Physics course acted as a barrier for some students. ...

The AP Physics 1/Regents Hybrid program is double-band elective that is the equivalent to a one-semester, algebra-based, college-level physics course. It blends Regents and AP Course material, givi…

01/07/2026

Undefeated in its league, boys varsity basketball team has eyes on playoffs

The boys varsity basketball team is undefeated in division 2A so far this winter, having finished the calendar year off with victories in each of its nine in-league games. After losing two key scor…

01/07/2026

Guidance Department welcomes newest staff member: Nafiza Tarannum

Nafiza Tarannam joined the Townsend Harris High School Guidance Department at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Ms. Tarannam said, “Townsend Harris had such a great spirit, all the students were so passionate, so dedicated— I knew it was one of my top choices applying.” She did her bachelor’s degree in corporate communication and publishing. Later, she worked at Penguin Random House for a year, and at Madison Square Garden in human resources. ...

Nafiza Tarannam joined the Townsend Harris High School Guidance Department at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Ms. Tarannam said, “Townsend Harris had such a great spirit, all the students …

01/07/2026

Through new St. John's University partnership, sophomores and juniors have increased opportunities to earn college credit

Last summer, Townsend Harris announced a “pause” in its Queens College bridge program for seniors and the start of a new partnership with St. John’s University (SJU). Through the new partnership wi…

01/06/2026

Read up on recent articles:
1. With declining civic literary rates in the US, opinion editor Anya Basnayake argues that formal civics education should be given more emphasis, and should be a requirement to graduate.
2. Students in Advanced Modern Band performed live rock sets in the cafeteria during all lunch bands on Monday, December 22. The band program also sold “holiday grams,” sending members of Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble to deliver live musical messages throughout the day.
3. In November, Townsend Harris held its annual Founders’ Day ceremony at Colden Auditorium on the Queens College campus. This year featured a keynote speech by class of 2003 alumnus and FDNY captain Tim Murphy.
4. Last month, the freshman class, Class of 2029, went on a movie trip to Regal UA Midway, having the choice to see either Wicked: For Good or Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.
5. Try out this crossword that looks back on the pop culture moments of 2025 and this holiday-themed word search.
6. The fall season ended with a record of 10-0 for the girls varsity swim team. Senior captain Tenzin Lobsang played a large role in the team’s success, according to multiple athletes on the team and the team’s coach.
7. View photos from Snowcoming 2026.
8. The Classic attended mayor Eric Adam’s Farewell Address and final press conference, where NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Avilés‑Ramos told The Classic that the Queens College bridge program remains on pause but negotiations to restore it are ongoing.
9. Take a look at Issue #2 from The Classic Business Team, a highlight at this year’s publishing and milestones. 2025 has been the most read year by far for The Classic with over 315,000 views on thhsclassic.com.
10. This year, S!NG participants received a contract that everyone wanting to join had to sign. The contract focused on two main things as prerequisites for participation: behavior and attendance. Read more on thhsclassic.com or click the link in our bio!

01/06/2026

Posters for Jewish Festival of Nations group repeatedly torn down, prompting investigation

On December 15, Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee emailed the school community about “a troubling and hurtful act” directed towards students in the Jewish Festival of Nations (FON) group. A follow-up email sent to parents asking for clarification explained that a Jewish FON poster displayed in the main stairwell was torn down on December 10. After the administration replaced the poster, it was torn down a second time in what “ believes was an intentional act,” the email said....

On December 15, Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee emailed the school community about “a troubling and hurtful act” directed towards students in the Jewish Festival of Nations (FON) grou…