Although both the performing arts and athletics are an important part of Townsend Harris’s culture, few students dare to dream of taking their passions to a professional level. However, alumna Lorena...

The Class of 2022 graduation ceremony was held in Colden Auditorium at Queens College on June 23 for the first time in three years, with students gathering with parents, friends, and teachers to celebrate....

When The Classic spoke to student teachers Carlin Lee and Juliana Grant earlier this week as part of its coverage on the THHS music program, they had just completed their stints at Townsend Harris and...

From making banana bread to embroidery, quarantine offered opportunities to engage in new hobbies, passions, and become more creatively expressive. Turning her quarantine hobby into a small business,...

Since the reopening of Townsend Harris High School in 1984, the music department has allowed students to expand their creative talents through the musical medium. As conductor of the Jazz Band, Concert...

“Every time I edit an episode or listen back, [I think,] ‘Oh my goodness, I love it,’” said junior Yanaiya Jain on her self-managed podcast, What’s On Your Mind.  Launched in late April 2021,...

As the upcoming 2021-2022 academic year draws near, the Townsend Harris Student Union (SU) transitions to a new Executive Board, led by SU President and rising senior Hanna Kurdziel. Since NYC public...

The Class of 2021 graduation ceremony was held on June 17th, 2021 at St. John’s University, as faculty, parents, and students alike gathered to celebrate this year’s graduating class. The Classic...

Abstract faces, the ASL alphabet, geometric shapes, ears: these are just some of the unique designs featured on the handcrafted jewelry designed by senior Victor Shemper (Victor is also The Classic’s...

By Fiona Zheng and Madina Azizi, Staff Writers Senior Michelle Stern has always been surrounded by music. As a dedicated violinist, Michelle’s mother taught at her own studio. However, when Michelle...

By Kelly Jiang and Jessie Ye, Features Editors Writing her first song at eight years old, junior Nissabelle Rianom has always been fond of music. Recently, she released her newest single “What’s...

  The valedictorian and salutatorian of the Townsend Harris Class of 2020 were celebrated at the virtual graduation ceremony, which was held on June 22 via YouTube. Valedictorian Hope H. and salutatorian...