This past summer, K-5 visual arts chair Gerry-louise Robinson and middle school art teacher Sofie Siegmann traveled to Thailand to learn more about the country’s art, culture and history through the Raju and Bala Vegesna Teacher Excellence Program.
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Chemistry teacher competes as member of U.S. canoe polo team
Over the summer, upper school chemistry teacher Andrew Irvine competed as a member of the United States canoe polo team.
[Updated] Former English teacher Marc Hufnagl passes away, memorial set for Oct. 15
On July 3, beloved former upper school English teacher Marc Hufnagl passed away at his home in Switzerland following a brave battle with prostate cancer.
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…
English teacher named Poet Laureate of Los Gatos
In late March, upper school English teacher Jennifer Siraganian was named the next Poet Laureate of Los Gatos.
Science teacher releases third book in series about the elements
Raji Swaminathan, middle school science teacher, recently published the third book in her series about the elements, titled “The Halogens – Oh, So Reactive!” As…
MS science teacher publishes second book on the elements
Grade 7 science teacher Raji Swaminathan recently published her second book about the elements, titled “The Alkaline Earth Metals – ROCKS and BONES!”
Upper school English teacher to deliver keynote at Lowell Celebrates Kerouac Festival
Upper school English teacher Charles Shuttleworth is giving a keynote lecture at this year’s Lowell Celebrates Kerouac Festival.
Efforts to help Harker faculty and staff affected by California fires
Some Harker faculty and staff have been impacted by the California fires, and we will be updating the community on any ongoing fundraising efforts.
Employees honored for years of service at end-of-year ceremony
At Thursday’s end-of-the-year ceremony, 67 employees were honored at the annual pin presentation for their years of hard work.