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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

“Its all about instinct. I ask myself – how passionate are you about whatever I’m doing, would you do anything for your family, friends, or teammates on the court, would you take risks, take dives, do all that for your family, for the people watching? If I answer ‘no’ to any of those questions, Id stop what I’m doing and re-assess my decisions, Woody Ye (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Woody Ye balances his life with both arts and sciences

by Anjay Saklecha, Sports Editor March 30, 2017

Science, humanities, or sports? For Woody Ye (12), this is not a question but rather a perfect balance that he tries to achieve in his life. He credits his passion and appreciation for both logic and creativity...

When I was in middle school, I didnt talk to that many people. I would just do my thing, stay in my lane. But in high school, I realized that if you do that, you wont get anything done in these four years. Having people to talk to helps not only within the classroom, it helps you get things done, and also talking with your teachers is so important. Just talking with people is such a valuable skill, and so many people dont see that. Its one of the most important things Ive learned in high school,” Abhay Varmaraja (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Abhay Varmaraja and his journey with basketball

by Angele Yang, Reporter March 29, 2017

Abhay Varmaraja (12) realized his love for basketball when he transitioned from playing basketball recreationally to joining an official school team in sixth grade. “I really enjoy playing basketball;...

President Donald Trump proposed budget cuts for many government programs and increases in defense spending on Mar. 16. Researchers previously reliant on government funding must learn to appeal to philanthropists and the private sector to survive.

Trump’s proposed budget cuts throw the future of research into question

by Katherine Zhang, Assistant STEM Editor March 29, 2017

President Donald Trump released a preliminary 2018 budget proposal on Mar. 16 detailing his planned cuts and increases in spending for the next year. Trump proposed cuts for hundreds of programs and has...

Brian Yager was announced Head of School in an email from Board Chair Diana Nichols. Yager’s election marks the end of the Board’s search for a new Head of School.

Board of Trustees announces new Head of School

by Tara Parimi and Tiffany Wong March 29, 2017

In an email sent to the Harker community this evening, Harker Board of Trustees Chair Diana Nichols announced the Board’s election of Brian Yager to the position of Head of School. Previously, Yager...

Model UN officers Anuva Mittal (12) and Haley Tran (12) sell boba as part of Model UNs club week outside of Manzanita. They will only be selling for three days, as parent-teacher conferences will be taking place on both Thursday and Friday of this week.

Model United Nations hosts club week

by Rose Guan, Winged Post Copy Editor March 29, 2017

The Upper School’s Model United Nations (MUN) chapter hosted its club week this week and sold bubble tea to raise money for the Malala Fund. MUN trains for and participates in academic competitions...

Which Harker building are you?

Which Harker building are you?

by Rose Guan, Winged Post Copy Editor March 29, 2017

Click here to take the quiz to find out! Courtesy of The Harker School

Bryan Wang (9) wears a pair of Spectacles while posing with a group of friends for a selfie.

Snapchat begins sales of newly released Spectacles

by Adrian Chu, Opinion Editor March 28, 2017

Snap began their online sales of their Spectacles in February, a pair of glasses with cameras compatible with iOS and Android built for the Snapchat app initially sold last November. The Spectacles...

Bare Bowls: A satisfyingly refreshing California meal

Bare Bowls: A satisfyingly refreshing California meal

by Zachary Hoffman, Multimedia Editor March 28, 2017

A new popular option for super foods is the açaí berry (pronounced ah-sah-EE), an ingredient commonly added to in your Starbucks iced tea and energy bars. The up and coming favorite is the açaí...

“Most of the shelter dogs have been hurt so much, whether physically or emotionally by previous owners, or theyve had to bear very bad conditions if they were strays on the streets. But as a foster carer, within a few hours, dogs will learn to trust you and give you all of their love, Pooja Kini (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Pooja Kini fosters dogs in need of homes

by Lavinia Ding, TALON Organizations Editor March 28, 2017

Anytime a dog walks by, Pooja Kini’s (12) face lights up with joy regardless of the situation. A dog lover her entire life, she decided to help out the canine community in seventh grade and began volunteering...

Sohenee Banerjee (11) shares her experience with community service projects at the freshman and sophomore school meeting. Students must submit their community service hours to Director of Community Service Kerry Enzensperger before Wednesday to be invited back to Harker for the next academic school year.

School meeting recap 3/28

by Rashmi Iyer, Reporter March 28, 2017

Model United Nations will be selling Teaspoon today and tomorrow during lunch for its club week. Proceeds will be donated to the Malala Fund, an organization that promotes girls’ education around the...

The good, the bad and the injured: a look into athletic injuries and prevention of them

The good, the bad and the injured: a look into athletic injuries and prevention of them

by Mahika Halepete, Reporter March 26, 2017

Sports Injuries In December of 2013, tennis-playing junior Elizabeth Schick had her first surgery for a multitude of sports-related injuries, including a bone contusion, an ankle sprain, and torn ligaments....

 “Social issues and stuff like that inspires me to draw. I feel that art speaks a lot more than words sometimes and I like using art as a platform to showcase my thoughts about society,” Maya Rai (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Maya Rai finds inspiration in art

by Laura Wu, TALON Business Manager March 26, 2017

Since she was young, Maya Rai (12) has always been interested in art and has been drawing for as long as she can remember. As a child, her father taught her how to draw.  “I like using Microns, a...

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