🏫 The Harker School News – April 2026
🏅 Harker Sixth Graders Win Gold in Tennis Tournament — Harker sixth graders Ariana Lieu and Chloe Zou won the gold medal at the US Tennis Association's Junior Circuit Indoor Dominant Duo tournament. Their impressive performance showcases their talent and hard work in the sport.
🎭 Harker Dancers Win Top Honors at Competitions — Harker dancers recently excelled at two consecutive competitions, achieving top honors at the Celebration of the Stars event held at Lincoln High. Their impressive performances showcased their dedication and talent in dance.
💃 Harker Dance Company Shines at West Coast Elite Nationals — The Harker Dance Company and Kinetic Krew received high marks at the West Coast Elite Dance Nationals. Their outstanding performances reflect the hard work and dedication of the dancers. While specific accolades are not detailed, the team's success continues to highlight Harker's excellence in the performing arts.
📚 Student Author Launches Book for High School Athletes — A Harker student has published a book aimed at helping high school-aged athletes, available for purchase on Amazon. A launch event is scheduled for Saturday, February 28 at 4 p.m. at Sports Basement in Sunnyvale.
🌍 Harker Model UN Shines at Berkeley Conference — In early March, Harker's Model UN team attended the 74th Berkeley Model UN Conference at the University of California, Berkeley. At this prestigious event, the students earned several awards and honors, showcasing their skills in diplomacy and negotiation.
🚀 Harker to Host 2026 Startup World Cup Youth Qualifier — On April 17, 2026, Harker will host the Startup World Cup Harker National Youth Qualifier, bringing together top high school entrepreneurs from across the United States. This event is notable as it is the only youth regional in the world, showcasing the innovative spirit of young entrepreneurs.
🏅 Harker Teacher Receives Outstanding Educator Award from UChicago — Upper school English teacher Brigid Miller was honored with the Outstanding Educator of the Year award from the University of Chicago. Her visit to the university to receive this prestigious recognition highlights her dedication to education and impact on students.
🏌️♂️ Boys Golf Team Ties for Third at Sequoia Tournament — The boys golf team recently finished tied for third at the Sequoia Tournament, demonstrating resilience after a two-stroke loss to Nueva just three days prior. The team's performance keeps their undefeated streak alive as they continue their strong season.
♟️ Ninth Graders Secure Third at Amateur Team West Chess Tournament — Ninth graders Shivam Sharma, Reyansh Gupta, Nathan Yan, and Dylan Tang placed third in the Amateur Team West chess tournament held over Presidents Day weekend. Their strong performance showcases Harker's dedication to fostering talent in competitive chess.
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