Harika Tola (Academic Year 2025-2026) – So Very Epic
Favorite Quote: “There is a crack in everything, that is how light gets in.”
An interesting fact about Harika is that she always has a favorite word or phrase she uses until she finds a new one, right now, it’s “epic.” She also doesn’t like any kind of fish, whether it’s tuna, salmon, or anything else.
Her favorite subject is AP Microeconomics. Even though she doesn’t consider herself an “economics person,” Mr. Radley’s teaching makes the class much more enjoyable. The most challenging assignment for her is Research, as she can spend hours working on it and still find small issues. Sometimes, she focuses too much on grammar and misses what is actually required in the rubric. English is also challenging for her because it requires a lot of analytical thinking, unlike math, where answers can be more straightforward. She believes that Research will prepare her the most for life after high school because it is a broad skill that can be applied to any path she chooses.
Her most memorable moments at AUPPHS-FA are the times she spent laughing and joking around with her friends, even if there isn’t one specific moment that stands out.
After graduating from AUPPHS-FA, Harika plans to attend university. Before that, she hopes to get her driver’s license so she can go café-hopping and enjoy the things she didn’t have time for during the busy school year. Advice to juniors at AUPPHS-FA: “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” — Irish Proverb.