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Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

Equity Beat: Activists highlight the silencing of LGBTQ youth on the Day of Silence

Equity Beat: Activists highlight the silencing of LGBTQ youth on the Day of Silence

by Rose Guan, Winged Post Copy Editor April 26, 2017

Thousands of people across the U.S. wouldn’t speak all day. Ranging from middle school students to celebrities, they didn’t whisper, shout, mumble or chat. Last Friday, their days were silent. On...

“It's the realization that everyone else's life is as complicated as your own. I love the word [sonder]. Being able to have that understanding of the world is so important that everyone else is living their lives and you're living yours and who you interact with or cross with is such a special moment to cherish because it's so random to cross paths with someone," she said.

Humans of Harker: Sanjana Marcé pursues happiness and defies boundaries

by Kathy Duan, TALON Editor-in-Chief April 26, 2017

As students bustle with heads tucked into notebooks and shoulders squeezed under backpacks,  Sanjana Marcé (12) lounges on the cross-hatched table in front of Dobbins, coolly gazing through dark tinted...

“I’ve always had it at the back of my mind that I would love to be a curator or own a gallery, and I think this really pushed me to the side of gallery type art. I really loved the idea of having my own space and being able to put up artists that I want and maybe having a bar or coffee shop on the side," Sarisha Kurup (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Sarisha Kurup thrives on possibility

by Meilan Steimle, Winged Post Editor-in-Chief April 25, 2017

Sarisha Kurup’s (12) daily streetwear reflects a myriad of aesthetics. One day, she sports a button-down tucked into wide-legged plaid pants; the next she dons a floral sundress and elegant flats, and...

In golf, when you're making a shot you can either take a risk and go over an obstacle or you can play it safe and go around it but take an extra stroke. For me, I always risk it. If I have something in my way I'll go for it. Sometimes the outcome is unexpected, but my life motto is "If there's a tree, get over it. Just go for it,” Vienna Wang (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Vienna Wang discovers golf and a new outlook on life

by Heidi Zhang, TALON Asst. Photo Editor April 23, 2017

The school courtyard during lunch is a frenzy of hungry students and constant chatter. Senior Vienna Wang sits casually on a bench with her legs crossed in the middle of the quad, unfazed by the commotion....

“It’s very cheesy, but I love the quote ‘live, laugh, love’ because it’s very in the moment. I love to laugh because it makes me feel better and I love to make other people laugh. I definitely think things should be positive and spirited rather than negative and stressful. I try to surround myself with people that have the same positive outlook as me, who make me laugh and make sure that when I’m down, I still have the same spirit and positive emotions that I want to bring to other people,” Nina Levy (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Nina Levy gives back to her community

by Jenna Sadhu, Reporter April 22, 2017

At school, one can find senior Nina Levy dressed in a sweatshirt and jeans with her sleek brown hair tied in a half-up half-down style. She is surrounded by friends most times, and they discuss their lives...

The Upper School celebrated Teacher Appreciation Day today. Members of student council and ASB hosted a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast for the faculty this morning.

Honoring our mentors: Upper school celebrates Teacher Appreciation Day

by Tiffany Wong, Aquila News Editor April 21, 2017

Festivities for Teacher Appreciation Day at Harker begin early in the day, with ASB and student council hosting a Teacher Appreciation Breakfast for Harker’s faculty and staff in Manzanita the morning...

Can you pass the U.S. Citizenship Test?

Can you pass the U.S. Citizenship Test?

by Nina Gee, Reporter April 21, 2017

Click here to take the quiz to find out! 

“My parents have videos of me carrying a mic around and pretending I was a reporter travelling the world. I always used to look at the news anchors on TV. One of my greatest concerns as a kid was “how are they going to pronounce my name” when they said “back to you, Kshithija!'" Kshithija "KJ" Mulam (12) said.

Humans of Harker: KJ Mulam’s lifelong journalistic journey

by Meilan Steimle, Winged Post Editor-in-Chief April 21, 2017

On campus, Kshithija “KJ” Mulam (12) makes a distinctive figure. Just over five feet tall, she can usually be spotted pounding up and down hallways in a sassy tee-shirt, camera slung around her neck,...

“One of the most important lessons my coach has ever taught me is how to open your tennis book and close all other books to only focus on tennis at the moment. When I do that, it is so easy to only focus on what I’m doing on the court, and the more I do that, the more easily it comes," Edward Tischler (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Edward Tischler finds his passions for tennis and chemistry

by Eric Fang, Reporter April 20, 2017

For many years now, Edward Tischler (12) has had a passion for two things: tennis and chemistry. Edward began playing tennis in the summer of sixth grade and was instantly hooked. He had previously...

“Business gives you infinite possibilities. One day you could be starting your own tech company and on another, you could be providing microfinance loans to farmers in rural China. Whatever the reason, business allows the world come together and gives anyone the opportunity to chase their passions," Jonathan Liu (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Jonathan Liu desires to takes on business in his future

by Anjay Saklecha, Sports Editor April 19, 2017

Coming from a family where both parents are in business and dinner talks revolve around economics and politics, Jonathan Liu (12) is naturally navigating towards a similar career path. He credits his...

DIY Burger: The Counter

DIY Burger: The Counter

by Ruhi Sayana, Winged Post Copy Editor April 18, 2017

A satisfying crunch resounds as the crinkly texture of onion rings combines with a soft brioche bun and refreshing cucumbers. Flavors combine in a mix of jalapeño jack cheese and pesto, leaving the perfect...

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