This year marked the sixth session of Summer @ the Conservatory, the Harker Conservatory’s comprehensive performing arts program in theater, musical theater and film acting.
Summer
In-person summer programs make successful return
Harker’s in-person summer programs returned this year after the 2020 sessions were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Students in the middle and upper school Summer Institutes and the lower school Summer Camp Plus attended these sessions with precautions in place, engaging in a wide range of hands-on lessons and activities.
Area high school students bolster writing skills at summer writing workshop
In June and July, Bay Area high school students in grades 9 and 10 bolstered their writing skills at Harker’s Creative Writing Workshop. Working…
Middle school summer class teaches research principles and practices
This summer, middle schoolers with a passion for scientific research enrolled in the Summer Science Research Society (SSRS), a class in which the students…
Human Ecology class begins journey of the heart
Update: Aug. 25, 2017 Great article by participant Edwin Su, grade 11, on what he gleaned from this great program: http://inianislandsinstitute.org/2017/08/04/harker-school-to-inian-islands-institute/ Update July 13,…
Summer girls lacrosse camp to help students build crucial skills in growing sport
The Harker Girls Summer Lacrosse Camp, a new offering in this year’s summer program, promises to be a great opportunity for girls to learn…
Area High School Students Enhance Their Learning at Upper School Summer Institute
Bay Area high school students spent much of their summer enhancing their academic careers at the upper school’s Summer Institute. Open to students enrolled…
Middle School Summer Institute Offers Complete Summer Experience
Bay Area middle school students enjoyed a revamped Summer Institute this year that included a wealth of educational and recreational activities. “The entire program…
Summer at Harker: Learn, Explore, Create!
This article originally appeared in the spring 2016 Harker Quarterly. Harker’s summer programs will once again be a popular destination for kids looking to enrich…
Sports Programs Prepare Athletes for Fall Season
This article originally appeared in the fall 2015 Harker Quarterly. Wrestling Held in the middle school gym, Harker’s wrestling camp was staffed by experienced and…