The Harker community came together at the upper school campus for the inaugural Harker Day, which combined two Harker traditions – the Family and Alumni Picnic and Homecoming – into a full day of games, food, sports and more.
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Cookie Day celebrates Howard Nichols’ life and accomplishments
Today, Harker celebrated the birthday of Howard Nichols (1940-2008), the former Harker president who with his wife, Diana, was instrumental in developing Harker into the school it is today.
Summer @ the Conservatory attracts young acting enthusiasts
Young theater enthusiasts returned to upper school campus this summer for another run of Summer @ The Conservatory, during which students in a variety of grade and experience levels learned the fundamentals and finer points of performing for stage and screen.
Harker Concert Series 2021-22 season performers announced
Live music is returning to Harker, as the 2021-22 season of the Harker Concert Series kicks off Nov. 5 with an appearance by Grammy-award winning drummer Jared Schonig.
Employees recognized with service pins
Every year, Harker employees who have been with the school for five years receive a special pin as thanks for their years of service…
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan engages in special Q&A session
On Tuesday, Zoom CEO and Harker parent Eric Yuan made a special Q&A appearance for the Harker community. In a conversation with Brian Yager,…
Research Symposium goes online for 15th anniversary
From April 9-10, Harker hosted the 15th annual Research Symposium, inviting the Harker community to experience the breadth of its research opportunities by viewing student presentations and hearing keynote speakers deliver fascinating talks.
DoorDash co-founder Andy Fang ’10 gifts $10 million
DoorDash co-founder Andy Fang ’10 has gifted $10 million to The Harker School to establish The Alumni Scholarship Endowment Fund, which will support Harker’s commitment to diversity at the school.
Bay Area students, teachers attend Student Diversity Leadership Gathering
On March 13, students and faculty from Bay Area schools attended the Student Diversity Leadership Gathering, hosted by Harker and led by Rodney Glasgow,…
Pianist Taylor Eigsti talks projects, touring and composition
Jazz pianist Taylor Eigsti appeared via Zoom Friday night for the third event of the 2021 Virtual Harker Concert Series.
