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"I am confused on what you can judge research on because to me, all research is important. How can you say that one person's research is more valid than another's? To me, that's like saying that one person is more valid than another, or that biology is more valuable than physics," Amrita Singh (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Amrita Singh develops her passions for research and theater

by Katherine Zhang, Asst. STEM Editor February 25, 2017

Sixth graders aren’t normally supposed to participate in the Synopsys Science Fair, but that didn’t faze Amrita Singh (12). Undeterred by being told that she was too young, she decided to do a project...

“Stop caring. First semester of junior year, I was really worried about what everyone thought, and even second semester I was the same, but this year, I’m cruising through life, doing me, and I don’t care what people think of me anymore. I used to be really, really obsessed with what everyone thought, and I tried to change myself a lot, and that wasn’t me, and it wasn’t fun. But this year, I made it a goal to not let what other people do define me,” Illana Goldberg (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Illana Goldberg finds her place despite high school transfer

by Kshithija Mulam, Winged Post Editor-in-Chief February 24, 2017

Coming to a new school is hard enough. Joining a new school as one of only four new kids in her class in her junior year is even tougher. But Illana Goldberg (12) has managed to make her voice heard at...

“People always make fun of me for driving really far ‘just for a drink’ or ‘some food.’ But for me it's more than that; it's a unique way to experience the world. What can I say? I have a big appetite for culture,” Era Iyer (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Era Iyer explores her passion for singing and her love of food

by Raveena Kapatkar, Editor-in-Chief February 23, 2017

For Era Iyer, singing serves as a mode through which she can relax and have fun. She had her first encounter with music when she began playing the violin to follow her older brother’s footsteps. However,...

#OscarsNotSoWhite

#OscarsNotSoWhite

by Prameela Kottapalli February 22, 2017

The 2017 Oscar nominations are #NotSoWhiteAnymore– representing a profound reversal of the “diversity drought” that has stirred up controversy in Hollywood for the past two years. This year, the...

Trump plans to dump Obamacare

Trump plans to dump Obamacare

by Ria Gupta and Prameela Kottapalli February 22, 2017

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order titled “Minimizing the Economic Burden of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Pending Repeal” on Jan. 20 to direct members of his administration...

 “For me, it all comes down to having perspective on what's important in the grand scheme of things. Actually learning something is definitely way more important than the grade I'm going to get and so on, but it's really hard to see that in the moment. But things like hiking, which gives me a moment to just slow down and reflect, or talking to my older brother, who shares his experiences and realizations with me, or just messing around with my friends, who have made high school way more enjoyable than I thought was possible, have helped me stay above the stress and adopt a perspective that lets me enjoy the little moments,” Priyanka Taneja (12) said.

Priyanka Taneja adapts a unique approach to high school from the people around her

by Kshithija Mulam, Winged Post Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2017

“High aspirations, low expectations.” Through the trials and tribulations of high school, this core philosophy has served as a guide to life for Priyanka Taneja (12). Priyanka picked up this motto...

A shot of Santana Row's main street and plaza, highlighting its walkable spaces and open storefronts and restaurants. Santana Row's design was inspired by the street La Rambla in Barcelona, Spain, a shopping area dominated by pedestrians.

Santana Row inspires mixed-use development

by Derek Yen, Winged Post STEM Editor February 22, 2017

Strung lights glint over cobbled paths. Storefronts gleam in the darkness. A suited waiter sets a table accompanied by the strains of an Andalusian ostinato on classical guitar. One might almost mistake...

Top 5 Most Impactful 2017 Superbowl Ads

Top 5 Most Impactful 2017 Superbowl Ads

by Katherine Zhang, Winged Post Asst. STEM Editor February 22, 2017

84 Lumber: The Entire Journey A young girl stares at the towering, gray wall, her hands hanging limply at her sides. Her mother looks on, forlornly clutching an American flag crafted from scraps...

Alisa Su (11) works at her part-time job at Teaspoon. Similar to Alisa, many harker students have part time jobs  in various different stores.

On the Clock: Students discuss their part-time jobs

by Kathy Fang and Michael Sikand February 22, 2017

While many upper school students pursue research positions and internships to grow their professional experience, there is a substantial minority of students who work traditional service industry jobs....

Going Green for a Day: What you need to know about Meatless Mondays

Going Green for a Day: What you need to know about Meatless Mondays

by Vijay Bharadwaj and Adrian Chu February 21, 2017

The Harker Upper School completed its trial period of Meatless Mondays, an initiative proposed by last year’s green team and backed by administration and student council aiming to improve community health...

Protests ignite nation: Students, faculty participate in local marches

Protests ignite nation: Students, faculty participate in local marches

by Rose Guan and Michael Sikand February 21, 2017

Protesters across the nation and around the world have gathered to campaign for and against a variety of causes, from gender equality and environmentalism to abortion and immigration, in the weeks since...

Julie Wheeler runs a marathon in Napa. Wheeler often runs in marathons in various numerous cities across the nation.

Make a Run for It: History teacher Julie Wheeler discusses her love for running

by Nerine Uyanik February 21, 2017

Her gray and bright coral sneakers strike the asphalt road, pushing her forward with every step. Julie Wheeler, wearing the number 2610 on her yellow t-shirt, runs the 22nd mile of the 2016 Napa marathon. Wheeler...

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