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Harker Aquila

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Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

"I’ve got a pretty good life and have a lot of reasons to be happy. And I want other people to be happy, too, [so] I always try to be the best supporter that I can be. I [am] a feminist and ally, because I can’t just sit around… I need to do my part and help out. I actively participate, because if I don’t decide to be really committed, I won’t be able to make a real impact. If you want change to happen, then you need to do your part to make change happen," Damini Kaushik (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Joy in spreading joy

by Helen Yang, Columnist May 11, 2019

With dangling silver earrings and bold, framed glasses resting gently on her face, Damini Kaushik (12) brings life to the otherwise still backdrop of greenery with her easy smile and light banter. Some...

Near and Mitra scholars announced, beginning research process

Near and Mitra scholars announced, beginning research process

by Arushi Saxena, Global Editor May 11, 2019

The 2020 Near/Mitra scholars were announced by the library earlier this month, allowing eight current juniors the opportunity to delve into deep research over the next year with an opportunity to present...

Angela Gao (9) tries to maintain her balance on a ladder course. “I was really unsure about roller coasters last year,” she said. “This time, I went on Railblazer, and it was super fun.”

Students travel to Great America for annual physics trip

by Nicole Tian, Reporter May 10, 2019

Students from all physics courses, mostly comprised of freshmen, traveled to Great America today as part of an annual physics trip. After departure from campus in the morning, students completed a mandatory...

Varsity team captain Bryan Zhang (10) putts the ball during the league championship decider against Menlo on April 25. Bryan received his first career medalist honors, shooting a personal best of one under par.

Spring sports hit the home stretch

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Asst. Sports Editor May 9, 2019

Swimming: The varsity swimming team recently competed in the WBAL Championship Finals and the CCS Championship Finals, earning accolades in a wide range of events. At the WBAL Championship Finals on...

Audrey Liu (10) focuses concentratedly on her work in the library during AP week. AP Exams were help in both the Auxiliary Gym and Nichols Atrium.

Students complete first week of AP testing

by Arushi Saxena, Global Editor May 9, 2019

Students completed their first week of AP exams on May 10, ending the week with the United States History and Physics 2 exams. Another week of AP testing lies ahead, with 17 exams being offered next week,...

"The human experience is timeless, and humans have been trying to understand it and study it for so long. I think with AI, there's a really unique opportunity to better understand what makes us human, what aspects of our humanity are important, and I think technology can help us do that," Nikhil Dharmaraj (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Disruption

by Nicole Chen, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2019

Nikhil Dharmaraj (12) always walks with purpose. With his signature grey backpack, white sweater and classic blue jeans, his pace– faster for the usual second semester senior– emits an aura of gravity....

Computer science teacher Anu Datar and her advisory performs a Bollywood dance. This Quadchella showcased mainly dance, vocal music and instrumental music.

This is Quadchella: Harker’s biannual music festival celebrates talent and “chillaxing”

by Gloria Zhang, Features Editor May 8, 2019

“I don’t care. I don’t care. I don’t care. I don’t care. You’re a square. You’re a square. You’re a square. You’re a square.” The rhythmic beats of lil strype’s, also known as...

“Something that is really important to me and how I live my life is the idea that, if I have the capacity to help someone, I should. I don’t want to be the person that ignores an issue, no matter how small it is. Whether it’s just me checking in about how their day or sharing personal advice, I think that there’s never a reason for me to ignore someone else’s problem," Emmy Huchley (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Behind the curtain

by Esha Gohil, Reporter May 8, 2019

Curled, golden hair frames her face as Emmy Huchley (12) confidently strides across the Patil Theatre stage, fully immersed into her role as the lead, Hope Cladwell, in the musical Urinetown. As the spotlight...

This year's Near Mitra scholars line up on stage for a photo after signing copies of their papers. The ceremony that concluded the yearlong scholarship process was held in the Nichols Auditorium last Tuesday.

Near Mitra Scholars celebrate finished research projects

by Eric Fang and Kathy Fang May 5, 2019

Eight Near Mitra scholars were honored at a reception on Wednesday in the Nichols Auditorium. There, they presented their final research projects to their faculty mentors and audience. Each student...

The watermelon sago, mango tofu pudding and red bean soup with glutinous rice balls in their bright yellow bowls exemplify SweetHoney's theme of blending traditional with trendy. Each dish was priced at around $5 to $7.

SweetHoney puts a trendy spin on traditional Cantonese desserts

by Arely Sun, Reporter May 5, 2019

Nestled between Creamistry and an abandoned suite around the outside ring of buildings of Cupertino Village is SweetHoney, a trendy Cantonese dessert cafe. The playlist of the cafe consists of American...

Seniors Jarett Anderson, Charlie Molin and Chris Gong pose with family during the ceremony.

Volleyball honors seniors, defeats Los Altos

by Aditya Singhvi, Sports Editor May 5, 2019

The varsity boys volleyball team honored seniors Chris Gong, Jarett Anderson and Charlie Molin during a senior night ceremony held on May 1 in the athletic center before a match against Los Altos, which...

Two students practice fencing using the electric equipment, which is widely used in competitive fencing. The class was held on May 3.

After-school fencing class tries electric fencing

by Aditya Singhvi, Sports Editor May 5, 2019

The after-school fencing class, which students can participate in to fulfill their P.E. credits, held an electric fencing session from 3:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room (MPR) in the Athletic...

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