Late last month, this year’s Near-Mitra scholars held virtual salons, which consisted of a presentation summarizing each scholar’s research followed by a question-and-answer session
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21 more students win Aspirations in Computing awards
21 students were recognized in the National Center for Women & Information Technology’s (NCWIT) 2022 Award for Aspirations in Computing.
Student speaks at event for UN’s Commission on the Status of Women
Last week, junior Aneesha Asthana was on a panel of speakers as part of a parallel event to the United Nations’ 66th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
Alumna produces virtual concerts for St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
Audrey Kwong ’07, a Harker Conservatory graduate who currently works as artistic operations manager for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, has been producing virtual concerts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Harker student publications win four CSPA awards
Harker publications have won four Crown Awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for their work during the 2020-21 school year.
Harker debate wins overall sweepstakes award at Cal speech and debate tournament
Last month, Harker won the overall sweepstakes award at a speech and debate tournament held at UC Berkeley.
Harker DECA officers awarded first place in Lead4Change Challenge
The 2021-22 Harker DECA officer team was awarded first place in DECA’s Lead4Change Challenge.
Kids Heart Challenge raises more than $20,000 for American Heart Association
On Friday, the lower school held its annual Kids Heart Challenge, which raises funds for the American Heart Association and promotes active, healthy lifestyles.
Sibling pianists place high in contest, will perform at Carnegie Hall
Two Harker students recently earned high marks in the American Protégé International Piano and String Competition.
Harker middle and upper school students win 166 art and writing awards
Late last month, 166 Harker students were named regional winners in the 2022 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, with 75 art awards and 91 writing awards.