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The Student-Run Newspaper of Townsend Harris High School at Queens College

The Classic

The Student-Run Newspaper of Townsend Harris High School at Queens College

The Classic

Harrisites discuss the rise of Laufey’s jazz music

Harrisites discuss the rise of Laufey’s jazz music

Puja Biswas, Sanikoy Bryan, and Tasnia Khandaker December 5, 2023

In the past few months, Laufey has risen to fame, going viral on TikTok, with tracks such as “From The Start” and “Falling Behind”, capturing the hearts of millions around the world, including...

Basil and Madeline of the Semores.

S!NG Art Departments share behind-the-scenes backdrop experiences

Sayemah Nadi, Staff Writer December 3, 2023

Every year, members of Townsend Harris’s S!NG productions are rewarded for their hard work and dedication through the final shows. A variety of departments, including band, dance, vocal, costume and...

NYPD Community Affairs monitors Drag Story Hour Event at THHS after reports of a potential protest

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

Shamonti Shamim and Ana Ramlagan November 27, 2023

On October 11, National Coming Out Day, the Gender Sexuality Alliance club (GSA) at Townsend Harris invited Drag Story Hour NYC to perform in the library. The organizer encouraged all students, faculty,...

Students listen to these fall songs during different times, but especially during their commute to school.

Harrisites share their fall music favorites

Daffny Cardoso, Arts & Entertainment Copy Editor November 26, 2023

With the rise of autumn winds and colder weather, Harrisites find themselves creating new playlists, containing songs suited for the weather. To the students, each song selected for their playlists reflects...

Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie

Harrisites react to the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie

Ramisa Sharif and Valerie Villalba Maldon November 21, 2023

With over 33.5 million units sold worldwide, the Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) video game is currently one of the most well-known horror video games. Since its media debut in 2014, fans have attempted...

Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns

Townsend Trends: fall sweaters, shoes, and patterns

Katerina Was and Valentina Martinez November 19, 2023

This fall, many Harrisites can refresh their wardrobe with fun fall picks in line with the new trends of the 2023 season. From classic oversized sweaters, Uggs, and plaid patterns, to the more recent loafers...

Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween

Festive and frightening events to check out before Halloween

Valentina Martinez October 24, 2023

As the leaves in the trees begin to change color, hoodies are brought back out from the depths of Harrisites’ closets. It is officially Halloween season: the streets are filled with spiders peeking through...

With Halloween right around the corner, Harrisites share their plans

With Halloween right around the corner, Harrisites share their plans

Sayemah Nadi October 19, 2023

Fall is here, and as the days get cooler and shorter, Halloween gets closer and closer. Harrisites are looking forward to celebrating the holiday in numerous ways this year. Freshman Madilyn Mercado...

Harrisites share horror film franchise recommendations to get in the Halloween spirit

Harrisites share horror film franchise recommendations to get in the Halloween spirit

Puja Biswas, Sanikoy Bryan October 14, 2023

Immersing yourself with the perfect scary film is the best way to celebrate Halloween. As the holiday approaches rapidly, horror movies are at their prime. With the abundance of new releases and old classics,...

The Semores S!NG interest meeting on Monday, September 18th in the cafeteria.

S!NG directors discuss preparation and hopes for 2023 performance

Mohammad Nasrallah, Arts & Entertainment Copy Editor October 3, 2023

With the 2023-24 school year having started, the directors of the annual S!NG production have begun recruiting their peers to join this year’s production. The directors of both the Freshior and Semore...

Food Festivals to visit in NYC this Fall

Food Festivals to visit in NYC this Fall

Ana Ramlagan, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 26, 2023

As the temperature drops and the scent of pumpkin spice lattes wafts through the chill air, it's time to welcome the arrival of fall in NYC. The city is renowned for hosting food festivals, especially...

With Taylor Swift’s Eras tour coming to movie theaters, fans look forward to a more affordable experience

With Taylor Swift’s Eras tour coming to movie theaters, fans look forward to a more affordable experience

Shamonti Shamim, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 12, 2023

After a 5 year break from touring, award-winning American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has been traveling around the globe for her Eras Tour. In this tour, she performs all of her musical “eras”...

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