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Harker squirrels master hide-and-seek

by Vivian Isenberg, Aquila Humor & Satire Editor December 8, 2014

In an attempt to continue their lives of eating nuts and digging holes undisturbed, Harker squirrels have mastered the art of hiding. Whether under benches, in trash cans or in the small patches of tall...

The attendance coordinator, Sue Prutton works at her desk. Tardies and absences have many consequences for students when appearing in multitudes.

A look into attendance: What your absences and tardies mean

by Alex Wang, Reporter December 8, 2014

Missing part or all of a day of school can lead to a variety of consequences for Upper School students, but the administration does listen to reasons and is willing to allow students to avoid punishment...

Winter sports season begins

by Praveen Batra, Reporter December 7, 2014

The winter sports season began last week with two varsity girls’ soccer home games. Winter sports include soccer, basketball, wrestling and cheerleading. “This year we have a large amount of freshmen,...

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show drew in 9.1 million viewers, according to the Los Angeles Times. The world’s most accomplished, highest paid supermodels, known as Angels, took to the stage along with musical performances from Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Hozier and Ariana Grande.

Fashion shows and feminism

by Megy Applaraju, Aquila Sports Editor December 7, 2014

Glitter, wings and 8-inch stilettos came together last week in London for the annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which aired last night on CBS. The show drew in 9.1 million viewers, according...

Archaeologist Jodi Magness speaks to the students in Nichols Aditorium about her great finds. Donna Gilbert, who organized Dr. Mangess's visit, used to be a student of the archaeologist.

Archaeologist Jodi Magness presents groundbreaking finds

by Emma Yu, Reporter December 5, 2014

Archaeologist and professor Dr. Jodi Magness spoke to the Upper School community today about her groundbreaking and unpublished late-Roman synagogue excavations in Huqoq, Israel. From the first month...

Nikita Parulkar (12) dribbles the ball away from her opponent. The girls' varsity soccer team loses against Fremont High School 3-4.

Girls varsity soccer loses to Fremont High School

by Gloria Guo, Reporter December 5, 2014

The girls’ varsity soccer team lost to Fremont High School 3-4 today at their second home game of the season. Before starting the game today, Aishlinn Coveney (9), one of the team’s goalies, talked...

Students at Stanford University hold signs to protest the grand jury decision not to indict the law enforcement official involved in the chokehold death of Eric Garner.

Following no indictments in cases of Eric Garner, Michael Brown, student organization to conduct rally at city hall on Sunday

by Elisabeth Siegel, Winged Post News Editor December 5, 2014

After decisions made not to indict the law enforcement officials involved in the suffocation of Eric Garner and the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, the activist group “Students 4 Ferguson” will hold...

Secrecy in Secret Santa

Secrecy in Secret Santa

by Kshithija Mulam, Winged Post Photo Editor December 4, 2014

A notification popped up in the corner of my screen, bringing my attention to five unread messages. I clicked on the jumping icon at the bottom of my desktop and began to read the series of texts from...

Glenn Reddy (12) waits for his blood to be drawn by an American Red Cross volunteer. The Red Cross club partnered with the Red Cross to host the blood drive.

Red Cross Club holds annual blood drive in gym

by Kathy Duan, Talon Asst. Copy Editor December 3, 2014

The Red Cross Club worked with representatives from the American Red Cross to organize a blood drive in the gym from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. today. Red Cross staff took tests and drew blood while club members...

Delaney Martin (12) decorates the Senior Christmas tree in Manzinita today at lunch.

Holiday spirit spreads on campus

by Anokhi Saklecha, Winged Post Global Editor December 3, 2014

Colorful lights adorn the hallways of Main, red and silver bulbs embellish the campus greenery, and neatly-wrapped gifts float among students. As the Christmas season quickly approaches, here are a few...

Kailee Gifford (10) dribbles the ball closer to the goal. The varsity girls soccer team tied 2-2 with Lynbrook High School today.

Girls varsity soccer ties first game of the season

by Jackie Gao, Reporter December 3, 2014

The varsity girls’ soccer team tied 2-2 against Lynbrook High School at home today in its first game of the season. The game began this afternoon in a light rain that continued through a sporadic...

Glenn Reddy (12) announces the results of the class canned food drive competition. All proceeds were donated to charity.

School Meeting Recap – 12/1

by Maya Jeyendran, Aquila Lifestyle Editor December 2, 2014

Upper School students interested in judging a Middle School debate tournament that will take place this Thursday at the Middle School campus and this weekend at the Upper School campus should sign up at...

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