The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

The student news site of The Harker School.

Harker Aquila

SF Giants: World Series Champions

by Juhi Gupta November 20, 2012

The Detroit Tigers’ right-handed weapon, Miguel Cabrera stands at bat at Comerica Park in downtown Detroit with two outs in the bottom of the tenth inning. Giants’ closer Sergio Romo is poised at the...

English teacher Charles Shuttleworth makes it to Loveland Pass, with elevation 11,990 feet.

Bicycling: English teacher Charles Shuttleworth’s hobby

by Juhi Gupta November 7, 2012

The rush of adrenaline when you break a personal record. The overwhelming feeling of accomplishment when you reach your destination. Many people delight in their favorite forms of physical activity,...

Stereotypes stifle our individuality

by Juhi Gupta, Video & Photo Editor October 5, 2012

As much as we might try to ignore them and pretend that they don’t exist, stereotypes are for the most part prevalent in every community. It’s hard to find someone nearby who hasn’t heard about...

Review: Pitch Perfect – 4/5 stars

Review: Pitch Perfect – 4/5 stars

by Kacey Fang October 5, 2012

Inevitably, the popular idea behind the new vocal comedy Pitch Perfect triggers its comparison with other shows of the same timbre. However, the rioting humor and distinctive a-cappella style set this...

Taylor Eigsti Trio performs at Upper School

Taylor Eigsti Trio performs at Upper School

by Allison Sun September 30, 2012

This year’s Concert Series kicked off with jazz group The Taylor Eigsti Trio, who visited the Upper School on September 28. Having performed for the Concert Series two years ago with different band...

During Gym Jam on Saturday, August 25, freshmen gather in the quad to greet one another and plan various activities for this school year. No longer an overnight event, Gym Jam lasted from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Upper School campus.

Gym Jam changes – no longer an overnight event

by Meena Chetty and Elisabeth Siegel September 4, 2012

Incoming high schoolers had a chance to bond and prepare for the upcoming school year on Saturday, August 25 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. during Gym Jam. An annual event for students of all grade levels,...

Jennifer Siraganian visits sister school in Australia

by Juhi Gupta, Video & Photo Editor August 31, 2012

This July, English teacher Jennifer Siraganian traveled across the world to Coomera, Australia, to visit Harker’s sister school Saint Stephens College. Offering education from preschool to Grade 12,...

Forbes runs summer workout program

Forbes runs summer workout program

by Emily Chu & Mariam Sulakian June 3, 2012

This summer, Ron Forbes’s Sports Performance workout program will include changes aimed to exposing the program to a wider range of participants. The program, formerly known as Eagle Iron, features...

What movie are you most looking forward to seeing this summer?

Five “can’t miss” movies for this summer

by Juhi Gupta, Reporter May 18, 2012

With summer just around the corner, a tidal wave of new movie releases will hit theaters. Here are five must-see films that will be perfect additions to any vacation plans. The Dark Knight Rises Considered...

The Drowsy Chaperone keeps audience awake with laugher

April 24, 2012

On Wednesday, April 18, 43 performers took over the stage at the Blackford theatre at their debut of The Drowsy Chaperone during preview night. The plot of the show is a framed story that revolves...

HIP Progress Update

HIP Progress Update

by Rahul Jayaraman & Sindhu Ravuri April 22, 2012

The team of the Harker Influenza Project (HIP) is analyzing final data following two mote-wearing days, three surveys, and hours of research put into finding the causes of influenza transmission in schools...

Opinion: Appreciation

by Mercedes Chien April 22, 2012

I often forget how much my parents do for me. On top of working countless hours five days a week, my mom accompanies me to all of my activities whether that be going to volleyball practice or going...

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