The 25th annual Diana Nichols Harker Math Invitational for grades 6 to 8, held in March, attracted more than 400 contestants from 26 Bay Area schools.
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Unlocking Secrets: Research Program Lets Students Go Deep
This story originally appeared in the Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Harker Magazine, which can be read and downloaded from Harker’s issuu page.
2022 alum receives Sterling Award from Stanford
In April, Angela Jia ’22 received the J. E. Wallace Sterling Award for Scholastic Achievement, being named one of the top 25 students to graduate from Stanford University’s School of Humanities and Sciences this past June.
[UPDATED] 14 Harker students named 2026 Nat’l Merit winners
Nearly a dozen Harker seniors have been named in the first two rounds of winner announcements in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Competition.
Third grader becomes semifinalist in math and science bees
Third grader Neev Banerjee-Majumder finished as a semifinalist in third grade category at both the National Science Bee and National Mathematics Bee.
Harker students place high, win honors at Stanford Math Tournament
Last month, Harker students posted impressive results at the Stanford Math Tournament, held at the Stanford University campus.
2026 Near-Mitra scholars share experiences and gratitude at recognition event
On Apr. 28, the 2026 Near-Mitra scholars were joined by their families, friends and mentors for the annual scholar recognition event.
Harker students see success at California Science and Engineering Fair
Thirteen Harker middle and upper school students earned top spots in an event that included nearly 900 participants presenting more than 700 projects.
Harker Aquila picks up third NSPA Pacemaker Award in Minneapolis
Last month, Harker student news website Harker Aquila won its third Pacemaker award from the National Scholastic Press Association.
Middle school Latin earns awards at State Latin Convention
A delegation of middle and upper school Latin students, accompanied by assistant division head Alison Ung, attended this year’s State Latin Convention at St. Francis High School in Sacramento from March 27-28.
