![“[Building nerf blasters] became this outlet of creativity for me that hasn't been matched by anything else. The process [of] making a build complete to your desire is such a painstakingly difficult process, but I've had to learn from [the skills needed from] soldering to proper painting. There's so many different options for everything, if you think about it, it exists. The best part is [that] if it doesn't exist, you can build it yourself," Ishaan Parate said.](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DSC_8149-900x604.jpg)
![“When I came into high school, I was ready to be a follower. But DECA was a game changer for me. It helped me overcome my fear of public speaking, and it's played such a major role in who I've become today. To be able to successfully lead a chapter of 150 students, an officer team and be one of the upperclassmen I once really admired is something I'm [really] proud of,” Anvitha Tummala ('21) said.](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screen-Shot-2021-07-25-at-9.50.05-AM-900x594.png)
![“I think getting up in the morning and having a sense of purpose [is exciting]. I think without a certain amount of drive, life is kind of obsolete and mundane, and I think having that every single day is what makes each day unique and kind of makes life exciting,” Neymika Jain (12) said.](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-2017-06-03-at-4.54.16-PM.png)
![“My slogan is ‘slow feet, don’t eat, and I’m hungry.’ You need to run fast to get where you are–you aren't going to get those championships if you aren't fast,” Angel Cervantes (12) said. “I want to do well in school on my tests and in track and win championships for my team. I live by that, [and] I can do that anywhere: in the classroom or on the field.”](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/DSC5146-900x601.jpg)
![“[Volleyball has] taught me how to fall correctly, and another thing it taught is that you don’t have to be the best at something to be good at it. If you just hit the ball in a smart way, then it still scores points and you’re good at it. You could be a background player and still make a much bigger impact on the team than you would think,” Anya Gert (’20) said.](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/AnnaGert_JinTuan_HoHPhotoEdited-600x900.jpeg)
![“I'm not nearly there yet, but [my confidence has] definitely been getting better since I was pretty shy and timid coming into Harker my freshman year. I know that there's a lot of people that are really confident in what they do, and I really admire them. Everyone's so driven and that has really pushed me to kind of try to find my own place in high school and be more confident,” Alyssa Huang (’20) said.](https://harkeraquila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/AlyssaHuang_EmilyChen_HoHPhoto-900x749.jpeg)
What to wear on rainy days
Boots are the perfect shoes to wear in the winter. Through wet and dry weather, they keep your feet warm and cozy while adding a chic look to an outfit.
As the rainy season begins, many students may have trouble finding alternatives to remain in style amidst the wet weather. However, there are numerous ways to stay fashionable while being warm in the winter.
Infinity scarves have been in the spotlight for the winter. Along with providing sufficient comfort, the scarves add a stylish touch to any normal day’s outfit.
Put those uggs back in your closet and bring out the rainboots. Unlike the suede uggs, these boots do not get ruined by the rain.
Besides wearing jeans and a sweater, summer dresses with comfortable leggings can be both comfortable and warm. A puffy jacket can be added to the dress in order to have further protection from the wet weather.
Many teenagers dub this season “sweater weather” because sweaters are the perfect clothing items to wear in the rain. Sweaters can be found in most clothing stores and come in many designs fit for anybody’s personal style. Along with being easy to wear, sweaters can add a chic feeling to any outfit. Big Christmas sweaters can be worn with leggings or jeans alike with boots.
Long trench coats can always be worn for a classy look. Around school, many students wear heavy jackets to protect themselves from the cold weather. Department stores such as Macy’s or Nordstrom sell these around this time of the year due to the rain and holiday seasons.
While wearing these clothing items, try to avoid wearing only shades of black or grey! A touch of bright colors can make an outfit stand out in a crowd, even on a gloomy day.
As the last touch to the perfect rainy day getup, the one essential accessory is an umbrella. Polka dots, neon colors, or even just a plain black umbrella can make any outfit shine. It protects the fabrics while making a statement.
Although the rain can be a hastle at times, a variety of clothes are available to embrace the season.
Ayushi Gautam (12) is the Managing Editor of Harker Aquila. She has been a part of the journalism program since her freshman year. She was the Social Media...