Skip to Main Content
The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

In a Nutshell: Quinoa salad

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

‘Keen-wa,’ the latest “superfood,” and kale, a not-so-latest “superfood.” Brought to you in a super marriage. The pastor? Balsamic vinaigrette. Recipe: Notes Difficulty: Super super...

In a Nutshell: Caramel Apple Skewers

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

You know when that surface area to volume ratio just doesn’t cut it? Basically - normal caramel apple skewers just aren’t satisfactory treats. Sure, there’s that wonderful sweet exterior, but bite...

In a Nutshell: Summer Vietnamese Spring Rolls

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

Fresh, cold, crispy with a creamy light tangy sauce. We present to thee, our take Vietnamese-style spring rolls. These can be a light meal or a very delicious snack. Recipe: Notes Difficulty:...

Jack-o'-Lanterns are relatively new additions to the ancient festival of Halloween. Keep reading to discover more about the origins of this celebration.

Halloween origins

by Derek Yen, Reporter October 9, 2014

On Oct. 31, families from across the world will celebrate Halloween, a traditional holiday of timeless age. But how did it actually begin? I decided to do some research on the origins of Halloween...

 Cold Stone Creamery recently began marketing ice cream cookie sandwiches, similar to those of CREAM, a local popular ice cream shop.

Cold eats: Coldstone vs. CREAM ice-cream sandwiches

by Anokhi Saklecha and Sabrina Sidhu September 6, 2014

Ice cream parlor CREAM is on the rise with its classic cookie ice cream sandwiches filling up Facebook profiles and Instagram feeds alike. With this ice cream shop’s signature ice cream sandwiches...

To avoid becoming the stereotypical frightened freshman, follow the tips in this article.

How to Survive Freshman Year

by Maya Jeyendran, Aquila Lifestyle Editor September 4, 2014

Though freshman year may seem daunting, these simple tips will allow you to experience a more enjoyable and successful year. 1) Try everything: Well, not everything, but freshman year is the one chance...

A sea of white greeted the boys Varsity basketball team last year as they faced off against Sacred Heart Preperatory during the CCS finals. Cheering on your fellow Eagles while snacking on concessions or snuggling under blankets fosters school love.

Harker Bucket List

by Riya Godbole, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor September 4, 2014

A new school year calls for new pencils, new notebooks, new backpacks and new goals. Make it a point to check the six items below off your high school bucket list. 1.) Visit the Nichols rooftop garden....

Summer to Fall Trends

Summer to Fall Trends

by Raveena Kapatkar and Ria Gandhi August 31, 2014

1. Plaid- Rahul Jayaraman (12) Although plaid has been around for ages, it is making a comeback this season. From the classic red, green, and white pattern to a mix of blue, white, and grey, plaid shirts...

#HarkerPromposal: Upper School students get creative with prom asks

#HarkerPromposal: Upper School students get creative with prom asks

by Riya Godbole and Vasudha Rengarajan May 25, 2014

In response to a Harker Aquila Facebook-based contest, students posted photos and videos with the hashtag #harkerpromposal to enter a random drawing. The winners of the contest, seniors Sahitya Prakash...

Bollywood beauties dazzled on the red carpets at the Cannes Film Festival. While Rai wore a Cavalli creation, Kapoor wore a variety of ensembles ranging from Elie Saab Couture gowns to Anamika Khanna Couture saris.

Stylewatch: International Beauty at the Cannes Film Festival

by Ayushi Gautam, Aquila Social Media Editor May 22, 2014

While Hollywood stars such as Blake Lively and Charlize Theron are turning heads with their stellar fashion choices, international beauties are bringing their A game in fashion to this year’s the Cannes...

DIY: How to fold a hoodie into a laptop case

by Kaity Gee, Aquila Video and Broadcast Editor May 21, 2014

1. Lay the old hooded sweatshirt face up. Place it as if a person were facing you by making it flat with the hood and arms outstretched. 2. Place the laptop horizontally on the chest...

Sara Pachauri (9) models open toed shoes. This look, among others, is an example of a dress-code-friendly way to beat the heat.

Beat the heat

by Meilan Steimle, Winged Post Opinion Editor May 20, 2014

Meteorologists have predicted that California will experience the worst drought in the last 100 years this summer. With finals, general schoolwork, and a rising thermometer, it is difficult to concentrate...

Load More Stories