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Keller’s Korner – 1/17

by Alyssa Amick, Managing Editor January 23, 2014

As the first semester came to an end, students relaxed by attending events, such as Winter Ball and Winter Concert. Additionally, the last Friday of the semester featured another installment of the LIFE...

Keller’s Korner – 1/10

by Alyssa Amick, Managing Editor January 17, 2014

The first week of 2014 held plenty of excitement in the form of the Student Directed Showcase (SDS), the beginning of the Robotics season, and the beginning of a four game winning streak for the Girls’...

Nicholas Manjoine demonstrates the Ardha Padmasana, or half lotus pose, where the left leg is placed on top of the right leg in a crossed position. He currently teaches yoga after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

French teacher Nicholas Manjoine finds inner peace in yoga

by Stephanie Chen and Allison Sun January 14, 2014

While some people might find contentment in running or basketball, French teacher Nicholas Manjoine prefers to build physical and mental strength through yoga. Manjoine was first introduced to yoga...

These marijuana plants are being grown for consumption. The marijuana debate has been hotly contested in California

Upper School students react to the legalization of marijuana

by Vasudha Rengarajan January 13, 2014

The line of people swung around the corner and snaked through the sidewalk, dotted with brightly colored gloves, hats, and scarves, shielding buyers from the Colorado chill. More than a hundred buyers...

The ten Intel semifinalists stand in front of Nichols Hall. They were recognized for their research and awarded $1000 each.

Intel Semifinalist Q&A

by Apoorva Rangan January 9, 2014

Q&A with the Intel Semifinalists The Intel Science Talent Search (STS) recognized ten Harker students as semifinalists yesterday, the second most of any school in the country and the same number of...

Two juniors make Harker history

Two juniors make Harker history

by Angeline Pan January 8, 2014

Two juniors became the first Upper School students to win a scholarship at the national finals of the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology. In Nov. 2013, Andrew Jin and Steven Wang...

Keller’s Korner – 12/13

by Alyssa Amick, Managing Editor January 7, 2014

As students prepared for their exams the week before finals, they also had the opportunity to participate in the annual spirit competition of gingerbread house making, help members of Harker’s Eclectic...

January 1st marked the 100th anniversary of the Rose Bowl. 2014 granted Michigan State the champion title after their win 24-20 against Stanford.

Upper School students celebrate the arrival of the New Year

by Vasudha Rengarajan January 7, 2014

Cheerful applause erupted and silvery glasses clinked as Upper School students rang in the year 2014. Midnight marked the celebration of clean slates, new beginnings, and the shedding of old worries. Some...

Upper School students celebrate Christmas with family

Upper School students celebrate Christmas with family

by Vasudha Rengarajan, Features Editor December 29, 2013

Hundreds of twinkling eyes matched the vibrant lights of Main Hall as students completed their last final exams and excitedly welcomed the holiday break. The season’s red and green home decor, the fresh...

Keller’s Korner – 12/6

by Alyssa Amick, Managing Editor December 12, 2013

Players dribbled down the court to victory, as last week was one of the first weeks of both the basketball and soccer season. When not watching sporting events, students had the chance to attend the first...

In an interview with The Winged Post, Katherine Sarafian describes her journey in the filmmaking industry, from its almost unintentional roots to the advice she can impart to a student audience now.

Brave producer Katherine Sarafian talks movies

by Mariam Sulakian, Aquila News Editor December 10, 2013

Lights, camera, and behind the scenes: the heart of the movie making magic. Pixar producer Katherine Sarafian, whose most recent production was Brave, shares her background and experiences in the film...

Perhaps the only thing more difficult than selecting a gift is wrapping and decorating it. Two full gift wrap rolls are necessary for the countless errors I make decorating gifts.

The stress of holiday shopping

by Maya Jeyendran, Global Editor December 3, 2013

While Bing Crosby may dream of a White Christmas, I dream of a Christmas that isn’t rapidly approaching during which my holiday shopping is complete, my gifts for friends and family are either packed...

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