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California has been in a state of drought since 2012. This dry riverbed is one of thousands of examples of the impact the drought has had on the environment.

California state government sets up new water regulations

by Jackie Gao, Reporter May 21, 2015

Since 2012, California has been experiencing a drought that was small at first, but has caused water supplies to decrease over the years and forced Harker to cut water usage. Just last week, Governor...

The generation map: cross-continental families

by Sahana Srinivasan, Asst. STEM Editor May 19, 2015

After deciding to watch “The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies” of during spring break, my parents and I all made a beeline for the couch, hoping to snag the coveted corner spot. As we watched the trailer...

Physics classes visit Great America

by Justin Su, Assistant Sports Editor May 15, 2015

Students in regular and honors physics took a trip to California’s Great America today to experience physics concepts they had been learning in class in the real world. The purpose of the trip was...

This map shows international recognition of the Armenian Genocide. Dark green countries have recognized the genocide; light green countries contain states or municipalities which recognize the genocide.

America’s failure to recognize the Armenian Genocide

by Derek Yen, Reporter May 14, 2015

During his 2008 run for office, President Obama pledged to recognize the Armenian Genocide, the mass killing of over 1.5 million ethnic Armenians, Assyrians, Greeks, and other ethnic groups by the Ottoman...

Names of 2015-2016 Near and Mitra scholars released

by Julia Huang, Reporter May 14, 2015

Names of the students of next year’s Near and Mitra program were broadcasted on the TV screens located in Shah and Main last Friday. Near scholars include juniors Zarek Drozda, Shannon Hong, Jasmine...

Dwight Howard talks to a teammate during a timeout . Dwight shot 52.8 percent from the free throw line this season while the entire league averaged 75 percent.

Intentional fouling in the NBA Playoffs

by Neil Bai, Reporter May 13, 2015

Clank... Clank… The sound of the basketball bouncing off the rim during free throws has been quite common so far this 2015 NBA playoffs. More and more teams have turned to intentionally fouling poor...

Jimmy Lin (9) sets down a box of fresh donuts on the Rosenthal field bleachers after third period. As the freshmen class president, Jimmy helped organize the event.

Freshmen meet at Rosenthal field for donuts

by Jessica W, Reporter May 12, 2015

The freshman class council handed out free donuts to its class after third period today. Students had been notified of the event, in previous class meetings and by email. The council planned the gathering...

Varsity softball loses to Castilleja on senior night

Varsity softball loses to Castilleja on senior night

by Melissa Kwan, Reporter May 12, 2015

Varsity girls’ softball lost to Castilleja 2-10 at their Senior Night on May 12 at Blackford. In the second time they played the CCS-bound Castilleja, the team scored runs by Alisa Wakita (11), who stole...

Stress can be reduced by studying effectively for finals. Upper School finals will take place from Jun. 3-5.

Five effective ways to study for finals

by Sanjana Avula, Reporter May 12, 2015

With finals approaching quickly, it is important to manage your time well in order to  feel more relaxed before exams. Here are five different ways to help productivity. Find a suitable location to...

Sumer created a painting of his mother as a gift. Though children now often purchase gifts from stores, they were originally meant to provide their mothers with sentimental gifts such as handmade cards or poems.

Students celebrate Mother’s Day with families

by Meena Gudapati, Reporter May 11, 2015

Mother’s Day, a celebration meant to honor mothers around the world, was celebrated on Sunday by many Upper School students. Though children now often purchase gifts from stores, they were originally...

This is the new Apple Watch that Apple released last month. More pictures can be found on Apple's website.

An Apple Watch for fitness?

by Vedant Thyagaraj, Aquila STEM Editor May 11, 2015

Apple’s latest device shipped last Friday and has found its new home on many wrists. In an already saturated market for fitness devices, however, does the Watch rank appreciable compared to others? The...

This is the last lacrosse game of the season and the last game on this team for seniors. At the senior night, they were all presented with flowers.

Varsity girls’ lacrosse wins at their senior night

by Sahana Srinivasan and Maya Kumar May 11, 2015

Varsity girls’ lacrosse held their senior night on May 8, ending the season with a narrow 10-9 victory over Mercy Burlingame. The ceremony began at 4 p.m., honoring seniors Megy Appalaraju, Hannah...

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