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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

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,...

Students react to United Airlines incident

by Alex Wang, Winged Post Sports Editor April 21, 2017

Chicago Aviation police officers forcibly removed Dr. David Dao, a 69-year-old physician, from an overbooked United Airlines flight from Chicago to Louisville earlier this month. Prior to takeoff, the...

“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...

Jarett Anderson (10) prepares to hit the ball against blockers. The boys varsity volleyball team lost to Homestead in five sets.

Varsity boys volleyball loses to Homestead High School in five sets

by Anthony Xu, TALON Reporter April 18, 2017

Varsity boys’ volleyball lost against Homestead in five sets today at Blackford, dropping their overall record to 14-10. Harker took the lead early, winning the first set 25-22. From there, the...

Diversity Committee faculty advisors Dr. Lola Muldrew and Mark Janda encouraged students to apply for the upcoming Student Diversity Leadership Conference, which will be taking place this year from Nov. 30 to Dec. 2 in Anaheim. Students may apply through an online link by April 28.

School meeting recap 4/18

by Rashmi Iyer, Reporter April 18, 2017

Students can purchase tickets for this year’s spring musical, “High School Musical,” at lunch outside of Manzanita or online for $8. Available performance times are Thursday at 7 p.m. and Saturday...

Attendees visit corporate booths in the Nichols Atrium. The annual Harker Research Symposium was held on Saturday.

Annual Research Symposium features Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality Theme

by Eleanor Xiao, TALON Co-Student Life Editor April 16, 2017

The Women in STEM (WiSTEM) club held the annual Research Symposium, themed Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality, this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the upper school, spanning from Nichols to...

“My friends often describe me as a typical Indian auntie or uncle. I do [agree], a lot of my mannerisms are like an Indian auntie or uncle. My ideas and beliefs are much more modern,” Ashwin Rao (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Ashwin Rao develops his interest in performing arts

by Mahika Halepete, Reporter April 15, 2017

Senior Ashwin Rao’s high school journey consisted of finding and following his passion. Ashwin wound down the path of performing arts, from his early roots in Indian classical music to his work in Harker’s...

Seniors Rachel Cheng, Niki Iyer, Taylor Iantosca, Ryan Vaughan, and Marti Sutton pose for a photo. These five seniors signed for their respective college athletics programs today.

Seniors sign for college athletics

by Alex Wang, Sports Editor April 14, 2017

Five seniors signed onto collegiate athletics today during long lunch. Rachel Cheng signed for volleyball at Washington University in St. Louis. Niki Iyer signed for track and field at the University...

Members of Interact sold Pinkberry frozen yogurt and pizookies this week for their club week. “It’s Interact’s club week, and we’re supporting our international cause, which is protecting Syrian refugees. This was a communal project that we all decided upon in our districts in all of Interact,” Sarah Tien (12), one of Interact Club’s presidents, said.

Interact Club raises money in support of Syrian refugees

by Angele Yang, Reporter April 14, 2017

Harker’s Interact Club sold Pinkberry frozen yogurt in support of protecting and aiding Syrian refugees this week in front of Manzanita Hall. Harker’s Interact Club, along with the other Interact...

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