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Hollyn Alpert (’28) runs while tossing blue powder into the air March 22. Students celebrated Holi on the back field and threw colored powder at each other at commemorate the new spring.  
A vibrant Holi-day: Holi celebration marks beginning of spring
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
Seniors Lacey Thompson and Laila Charles pour smoothies into cups for the “Guess the Smoothie” activity. The activity took place March 20 for the “Wild West vs. West Coast” Spirit Week theme day.
Spirit Week incorporates new, old themes during major assessment week
Freshman Milan Earl and sophomore Lucy Kaplan sit with their grandparents at Archer’s annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day Friday, March 15. The event took place over three 75-minute sessions.  “[I hope my grandparents] gain an understanding about what I do, Kaplan said, because I know they ask a lot of questions and can sort of see what I do in school and what the experience is like to be here.
Archer hosts annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day, students share school culture with loved ones
Kaitlyn Lavichant from Flintridge Preparatory School shares her piece, “Life Through a Digital Camera,” at the annual Literature &... Conference Friday, March 8. The conference took place in the library from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and upper school students were invited to attend during their free periods or English classes throughout the day.
16th annual Literature &… Conference brings community together to recognize importance of literature
Associate Director of College Guidance Shalyn Tharayil works in her office in preparation for rising seniors college application season. Tharayil has worked with schools all over the world and reflected on her first year at Archer. I think the culture fit at Archer — the students, the teachers, our team — I just think I really fit well with the ethos of how we approach college counseling here, which is very holistic and very student-centered, Tharayil said.
Q&A with college guidance counselor on supporting students through journey of self-discovery
Four stuffed animals and one stuffed avocado are clustered on a bed. A New York Times article stated that stuffed animals help people cope with stress because of the comfort they provide.
More than toys: Stuffed animals’ calming effects on mental health
Maia Alvarez (’24), Allie Yang (’25) and Shae Killam (’27) pose with an award after their Western Bay Forensic League tournament. Their tournament took place at Harvard-Westlake School March 2. Photo provided by Maia Alvarez.
Q&A with speech and debate team captains on promoting positivity, friendship within team
Gabrielle Cain stands at her graduation in Naval Academy outfit. She graduated from flight school and became a Naval Aviator in 2023. Photo provided by Gabrielle Cain.
‘Unicorn’ in her field: Life in the military as a Black woman
A graphic illustration displays an individual speaking a world language with a native speaker via an online conversation platform. Upper school French and Spanish classes incorporated Boomalang, and upper school Chinese classes switched student groups at the National Taiwan University to help students practice their communication skills in the target language. (Graphic Illustration by Emily Paschall).
Beyond the classroom: World language classes utilize tutoring platforms, students become ‘open-minded citizens of the world’
There are sea anemones for days at Broad Beach, and, for some reason, the child in me cant help but get a closer look. This is just one of my favorite beaches in LA County that offers fun amenities and beautiful scenery you wont want to miss. Photo by Kate Hanney (25).
Review: My favorite beaches on LA County coast
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
Various reality TV shows that are available for streaming on Hulu are shown. There are several genres within reality TV, such as makeover and romance, which makes reality TV appealing to different audiences.
From ‘The Bachelor’ to ‘Love is Blind,’ reality TV is ‘entertaining,’ ‘comforting’ despite inherent artificiality
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
Various reality TV shows that are available for streaming on Hulu are shown. There are several genres within reality TV, such as makeover and romance, which makes reality TV appealing to different audiences.
From ‘The Bachelor’ to ‘Love is Blind,’ reality TV is ‘entertaining,’ ‘comforting’ despite inherent artificiality
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Cannon performs a line after getting upset with Alice during the tea party. The Mad Hatter then calmed down and joined the rest of the guests for the remainder of the scene. Stella Leland (‘26) played the knave and reflected on their favorite part of rehearsals. “What stands out a lot is always the first read-through of something. Whenever we do that at any production — some of us might have read this script beforehand — its the first time the show is seen with everyone,” Leland said. “Who they are, their characters and everything, and its the first time youre like, ‘Oh, I can tell whats going to happen now.’ Its just a nice moment.”
A ‘nonsensical’ journey: Upper school presents ‘Le Gallienne and Friebus’ Alice In Wonderland’
Annie Friedman (’24) and Malia Apor (’24) pose for a photo in front of the title wall for their Petals and Paths senior art show. Friedman and Apor are Advanced Study Ceramics students and chose to display pottery with themes of nature and family Wednesday, March 6. “I’m drawn to using one glaze called overglaze to make it more cohesive,” Friedman said. “I know Malia uses something called underglazing sometimes, and it’s cool that there’s multiple different ways.” 
Senior art show opening ‘Petals and Paths’ culminates themes of family, nature through ceramics
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
The bag customers at Sockerbit, a Swedish candy store, use to hold their delicious sweets is displayed. My favorites included their sour coke and lemon skulls and strawberry gummies.
Review: Sockerbit provides sweet escape into world of Swedish candy
Sweet Rose Creamery is shown above with its vibrant logo on display. The parlor makes a vast array of delicious flavors. 
Review: Sweet Rose Creamery has wonderfully versatile, delicious ice cream
Pastries and baked goods rest in the display case at Modern Bread & Bagel. Modern Bread & Bagel is a 100% gluten-free bakery that offers dishes and flavors from across the globe.
Review: Modern Bread & Bagel: Gluten-free has never tasted this good
The Apple Pan has a classic look and feel, with their slogan outlined on all of their signs: Quality Forever. Their classic Hickoryburger has a unique, smoky flavor that Ive never tasted before.
Review: The Apple Pan is an LA classic
The middle school softball team huddles together with head coach Bre Brown. The team has won all four of their games so far. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘They all have their own superpower’: Middle school softball team slides through beginning of season
A March Madness set-up displays multiple games and different teams merchandise. This years womens March Madness tournament, which started March 22 and concluded April 8, marked record-breaking viewership. Photo by Rebecca Lazarus.
March Madness: Students, athletic director discuss record-breaking viewership of NCAA women’s basketball
Eighth grader Andrea Fuentes pitches for the Archer middle school softball team at a home game against Brentwood School. Fuentes began playing softball when she was 4 and has pitched for the Archer team for the past three years.
Q&A with eighth grade pitcher of middle school softball team
Players on the varsity softball team gather on a field. Junior Avalon Garland said all of the positions, ranging from the pitcher to basemen, have to work together to create a strong team. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘We have to rely on each other’: Players on varsity softball depend on each other to succeed
I work on breaststroke technique in preparation for a league swim meet. My favorite aspect of meets is encouraging my teammates in their races. Photo by Wilma Wong.
Commentary: Defining my own success in the world of competitive swimming
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
I work on breaststroke technique in preparation for a league swim meet. My favorite aspect of meets is encouraging my teammates in their races. Photo by Wilma Wong.
Commentary: Defining my own success in the world of competitive swimming
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
The candy aisle of a Target store represents the abundance of choices people have in our society on a day-to-day level, which can ultimately lead to decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is when you make poorer decisions due the exhaustion that comes from making a lot of previous decisions; I suggest combating it by decreasing the number of decisions you make per day, which leaves more mental energy for important choices.
Column: This or that? The problem of decision fatigue.
This image features a video of Andrew Tate’s entitled, “Outwork Everyone Else.” This photo represents how one might be sucked into his content, believing it to be empowering and motivational rather than the hateful rhetoric it truly is. It also illustrates how Tate markets his videos in an unassuming manner to draw in and indoctrinate new viewers.
Column: ‘Alpha Male Podcast Bros’ and the epidemic of misogyny
Celebrity names are connected by arrows to 4chan and Telegram logos. These are just some of the public figures who have been explicitly disfigured by AI on social platforms. (Graphic Illustration by Allie Yang)
Column: AI deepfakes denote deep consequences for all
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
The graphic illustration portrays a hand holding a heart, symbolizing a charitable nonprofit, next to a question mark. I have noticed a recent increase in youth-led nonprofit organizations, and I feel it is now more important than ever to consider the intentions behind their founding, which can affect the sustainability of such organizations in the long run. (Graphic Illustration by Melinda Wang)
Op-Ed: Passion should be the real foundation for student-led nonprofits
Freshmen Phoebe Gustafson and Lena Sakhnini look at their phones during lunch. Teens often find it hard to live without their phones on a daily basis. According to a Pew Research study, About three-quarters of teens (77%) say they use YouTube daily, while a smaller majority of teens (58%) say the same about TikTok.
Op-Ed: Charging your own battery
This photo was taken when my mom Tracy legally adopted me. We were surrounded by family and friends. Photo by Angelica Hernández.
Commentary: Growing up with an anonymous father
My sister and I went to the Aquarium of the Pacific when we were younger. Entering an aquarium can feel like entering a new world. With the wondrous sea creatures and the unique habitats, there’s always more to explore. Photo by Lara Burnap.
Fun and fulfilling: 4 places to release your inner child
This image features four album covers from the highlighted, lesser-known artists I absolutely love. Covers include “Revealer” by Madison Cunningham and “Going Through It” by Eliza McLamb. Photo credits: “Revealer” album cover courtesy of Verve Label Group. “Going Through It” album cover courtesy of Royal Mountain Records. “Vienna (In Memoriam)” album cover courtesy of New Gold Medal. “Drunk on a Flight” album cover courtesy of AWAL Recordings.
4 favorites: Smaller, alternative musicians I can’t stop listening to
A collection of cut avocados rest on a cutting board. Using these avocados, I made a giant batch of guacamole for the Super Bowl Feb. 11.
The 4 best ways to eat an avocado (besides your basic avocado toast)
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
Sixth grade Dean of Culture, Community and Belonging Natalie Kang ice climbs in Erie, Colorado, where she goes every year with her husband and friends. Its something I always look forward to for winter break. Its kind of a non-traditional Christmas or holiday choice, but its what works for us, Kang said. Photo provided by Natalie Kang.
Ice climbing, homemade wrapping paper, a Swedish Christmas: Teachers share their favorite ways to celebrate the holidays
Letter to the Editor: Archers insufficient communication about Israel
Letter to the Editor: Archer’s insufficient communication about Israel
Letter to the Editor: See the whole person
Letter to the Editor: See the whole person
Conversation with Shirin Pakfar, head of private sector partnerships for United Nations Refugee Agency
Conversation with Shirin Pakfar, head of private sector partnerships for United Nations Refugee Agency
Letter to the Editor: Sun, sand and scrumptious
Letter to the Editor: Sun, sand and scrumptious
Letter to the Editor: Food deserts
Letter to the Editor: Food deserts
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
S4E9 - The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
S4E9 - The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E8 - The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E8 – The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E7 - The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
S4E7 – The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
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Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief

Anika Bhavnani became a member of the Oracle staff in 2015. She was promoted to co-Voices editor in 2016 and was promoted to editor-in-chief for the 2016-2017 school year. She is president of the Diversity Board, an Archer Ambassador and member of the Speech and Debate Team. During the summer of 2016, she went to the National Student Leadership Conference for journalism and hopes to bring back what she learned to The Oracle.

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Protestors gather in front of the Indiana State Capitol on Nov. 12, 2016 — immediately following the election of Donald Trump. Almost a year later, the country is more divided than ever and unity among all is needed to prevent further tragedy.

[Photo] Editorial: A Year after Trump

By 17-18 Editorial Board
November 1, 2017
Editor-in-Chief Anika Bhavnanis photo collage of her major milestones at Archer: from beginning to end. Bhavnani was at Archer for six years. Photo courtesy: Anika Bhavnani

Letter from the Editor: Wrapping up the year

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 16, 2017
Madison Turner and Claire Sulzer showcase senior art shows

Madison Turner and Claire Sulzer showcase senior art shows

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 11, 2017
Pictured above are six of Vanessas food diaries. She included the time, what type of meal it was, what she ate and how she felt after each meal.

Food and the self: Changing attitudes towards eating disorders

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 11, 2017
Saskia Wong-Smith 18, Lola Wolf 19, Summer DeVera 18 and Dominique Cadenas 19 pose during the Honor Councils positiviTEA. The event focused on Aprils word of the month: positivity.

Honor Education Council ends year of deliberation, innovation

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 11, 2017
Frank Marshall, Billie Wakeham 17, Alex Sherman 17, Kathleen Kennedy and Elizabeth English pose for a photo at the film festival. Kennedy was the keynote speaker at this years film festival.

[Photo] The force is female at Archer’s annual film festival

By Harley Quinn Smith, Staff Writer
May 10, 2017
Namazie showcased her works in the upstairs gallery. The show was open to all students and faculty during X-block.

[Photo] Gallery Update: Briana Johnson, Leyla Namazie display senior exhibits

By Logan Connors, Staff Writer
May 5, 2017
Junior Nelly Rouzroch votes for the student council executive board for the 2017-2018 school year.

[Photo] Breaking: Student Council Executive Board announced

By Oracle Staff
April 26, 2017
Taken in 2005, two years after they moved to Los Angeles and before they were married, Jed Donnel and Samantha Coyne pose with their two dogs on Archers front steps. They will be leaving this summer after 15 years at Archer. Photo courtesy of Donnel

Samantha Coyne-Donnel, Jed Donnel to leave Archer after 15 years

By Anika Bhavnani and Eloise Rollins-Fife
April 26, 2017
Jai Wolf performs on April 16 at Coachella 2017 in the Gobi Tent. The crowded tent was full of people dancing and singing.

6 ways to enjoy Coachella 2017: Weekend #2

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2017
Dr. Saba Soomekh spoke at The Archer School for Girls on March 21. She talked about the history of Islam and its variations throughout the Middle East.

[Photo] Dr. Saba Soomekh visits Archer, inspires conversation

By Maya Wernick, Voices Editor
March 23, 2017
Bigg Chils frozen yogurt. I especially like their cookie dough.

Review: My bigg obsession

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2017
Kathleen Kennedy poses with Star Wars R2-D2. She will be the keynote speaker for the sixth annual film festival. Photo courtesy of Kathleen Kennedy

Kennedy announced as sixth annual Archer Film Festival keynote speaker

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2017
The varsity soccer team huddles before the game. During the huddle, they shared positive words of encouragement.

Varsity soccer ties faculty team in ‘biggest game of the year’

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2017
From left to right, Nigol Vanian, Julia Vanian and Corrinne Vinian pose for a photo. The family has been involved with the United Nations.

United Nation members visit Archer

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2017
Featured soloists, Audrey Koh 17 and Hannah Kim 20, at the CAIS Honor Music Festival that took place at Viewpoint School this past weekend. Image courtesy of Ms. Burns.

Archer musicians attend CAIS Honor Music Festival

By Eden Motzkin and Anika Bhavnani
February 16, 2017
Soccer player Rachel Pike holds up a sign cheering on Alyssa Downer at the teams final game.

[Photo] Varsity winter sports celebrate ‘amazing’ Senior Nights

By Alexandra Chang, Managing Editor/Culture Editor
February 12, 2017
A section of the artwork featured in the Eastern Star Gallery. According to Grant, over 90 percent of Archers community contributed to its creation.

[Photo] Antigone is you is me: Q&A with artist Alexandra Grant

By Eloise Rollins-Fife, Managing/News & Features Editor
February 13, 2017
Archer seniors Leyla Namazie, Isabelle Wilson, Clara Gasparetti, Rachel Pike, Carly Feldman, Eloise Rollins-Fife, Liadan Solomon, Audrey Koh, Isabel Adler, Ingrid Sant and junior Gemma Brand-Wolf pose for a photo at the Womens march in Downtown LA. They hand-made all of their posters. Photo Courtesy of Wilson.

Seniors feel ’empowered’ after Women’s March

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2017

Rachel Pike Signing Letter of Intent from Oracle on Vimeo.

Rachel Pike signs letter of intent to play soccer at Hamilton College

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2017
From left to right starting on the top row, head coach Salilah Gray, Ciel Torres 17, Isabel Adler 17, Allie Worchell 20, Abigale Lishack 20, Drew Kretchmer 20, Erica Dick 18, Isabelle Wilson 17, Marine Yamada 17, Charley Griffiths 20, Natalie Grant 19 and Olivia Richards 19 pose for a photo after the tournament. Two teams went undefeated. Photo courtesy of Adler.

Archer Debate places second in open tournament

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2017
The advanced theatre class, Drama Queens, performed a showcase for the Archer Community on Jan. 30, 2017. The comedic scene is called Distracted by Lisa Loomer. From left to right: Noa Diamond 18, Sophie Evans-Katz 18 and Maya Winkler 18.

[Photo] Drama Queens showcase comedic, dramatic abilities

By Nelly Rouzroch, Multimedia Editor
February 16, 2017

Sophie Larbalestier’s ‘fantastic goal’ featured on KNBC

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2017
Ingrid Sant and Isabel Adler (both 17) take a break from studying in the library.

[Photo] Column: Ode to January

By Isabel Adler, Columnist
January 20, 2017
A presenter at the 2016 conference speaks at a panel. Last years conference was held in the library and was open to students throughout the day.

[Photo] Archer prepares for annual ‘Literature &…’ Conference

By Logan Connors, Staff Writer
February 3, 2017

Winter Wonderland Acapella from Oracle on Vimeo.

Something Minor and Major: a cappella at Archer

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
January 12, 2017

Finally, a role-model: Indian celebrities giving me hope

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
January 12, 2017
Editor-in-Chief Anika Bhavnani poses with holiday themed decorations. Bhavnani is going into her last semester of her Archer career.

Letter from the Editor: Where did first semester go?

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
December 14, 2016
A seasonally themed sign hangs in the courtyard. Student council decorated the entire courtyard for the event.

[Photo] Winter Wonderland celebration brings holiday cheer to Archer

By Anna Brodsky, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2016
From left to right, head coach Salilah Gray, Isabel Adler 17, Ciel Torres 17, Charley Griffiths 20,Abigale Lischak 20, Drew Kretchmer 20, Allie Worchell 20, Isabella Terraciano 20, Isabella Silvers 20 and Anna Brodksy 20 pose after the second tournament of the season. Adler and Torres went undefeated. Photo courtesy of Gray

Archer Debate dominates second tournament with ‘impressive performance’

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2016
Protesters rally against Trumps election at a Nov. 12 protest in downtown Los Angeles. Around 15 Archer students attended this rally as a way to voice their political beliefs. Photo courtesy of Anabel Robertson 17

Strengthening girls’ voices: protest rally brings mission to life

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2016
Zoe Pelikan 17 sets the ball to teammate Cydney Johnson 20. The team lost in quarterfinals after four games.

Archer varsity volleyball players feel ‘crushed’ after final game of season

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2016
Kaia Turowksi ‘17 helps with the senior‘s haunted house. The haunted house was carnival theme.

[Photo] Students celebrate haunting Halloween festivities

By Cybele Zhang, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2016
Cat Oriel 18 hugs Clara Gasparetti 17 on Senior Night. Senior Night is a night where seniors are recognized for their work on an Archer athletics team.

Fall sports celebrate ‘surreal’ Senior Nights

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2016
Seniors set up props after school on Oct. 28. This years haunted house has a carnival theme.

[Photo] Annual senior haunted house brings fears to life, carries on tradition

By Cybele Zhang, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2016
Actors in the musical rehearse one of their songs for The Mystery of Edward Drood. This is the last upper school musical in the Blackbox before construction begins next year.

Last US musical in the Blackbox: ‘The Mystery of Edwin Drood’

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
October 27, 2016
Maren OSullivan 18, Sandy Frank 19, Eden Motzkin 19, and Maddie Jacobson 19 pose at their booth for the Found Animals Foundation at the 2016 Community Service Fair. This booth was for the Adopt&Shop program at the foundation.

[Photo] Community Service Leadership Board gives students more service opportunities

By Maya Wernick, Voices Editor
October 28, 2016
Stefanie Ferri approaches the net to hit the ball as Kim Smith attempts to block her. The Pink Panthers and Hawt Sawce competed in the final game.

[Photo] Salsa Verde kills second annual student, teacher volleyball game

By Logan Connors, Staff Writer
October 27, 2016
Ciel Torres 17, Isabel Adler 17, Livi Richards 19 and Natalie Grant 19 all pose with their trophies. These two teams went undefeated for the first league tournament of the year. Photo courtesy of Adler.

Archer Debate kicks off ‘incredible season’ with first tournament

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2016
Seniors show off their skirt lengths. Skirt length has been a topic of debate during the school year.

[Photo] Behind the Seams: Archer’s Conversation on Skirt Lengths

By Alexandra Chang, Managing Editor/Culture Editor
October 5, 2016
Four Archer juniors pose on top of a glacier during their last Arrow Week. This is the winning photo from the 11th grade photo competition.

11th Grade Arrow Week Photo Competition winner announced

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2016
Seniors, Valentina Pianiri, Sophie Smyth, Zoe Pelikan and Clara Gasparetti (from left to right) pose in their volleyball uniforms. All four seniors have played four years of Archer volleyball. Image courtesy of Smyth.

Q&A with 2016-2017 varsity volleyball seniors

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2016
Anna Brodsky 20 and Marine Yamada 17 pose with their Honor Education Council sweatshirts. These group of 12 girls and 3 faculty that make the honor council truly resemble a family. Although we take our purpose very seriously, laughter and smiles consistently fill our meetings. We have sleepovers, lunches, etc. and we treat each individual as an equal- regardless of grade or age, we all serve the community and we have equal power to do so, Yamada said.

Meet the 2016-2017 Honor Education Council

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2016
Seniors, Talia Goodman, Annie Schindel and Anabella Ronson Benenati spend their free X-Block on homework. Students have an additional X-Block in their schedule this year.

New Year, New Schedule

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
September 9, 2016
Juan Carlos Moraga Vidal and Mark Forte, both new Spanish teachers. The two met a few weeks ago at the new faculty retreat.

[Photo] Video: Meet new Archer faculty and staff

By Nelly Rouzroch, Multimedia Editor
September 20, 2016
Anika Bhavnani 17 poses in front of The Archer School for Girls. Bhavnani is Editor-In-Chief of The Oracle for the 2016-2017 school year.

Letter from the Editor

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2016
Ambitious Joyful Learner is a quote heavily stressed at Archer. This brochure is found in the admissions waiting area, for prospective students to read. Photographer: Anika Bhavnani 17

Measuring ambition in “Ambitious, Joyful Learning”

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 27, 2016

‘Spring Awakening’ wins Best Ensemble at Jerry Herman Awards

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 27, 2016
Yearbook Co-Editors Alyssa Downer 17 and Madina Mohammed 17 pose for the camera. Both are equally excited for the future of the yearbook. Photo by Anika Bhavnani 17

Archer Yearbook is on Fire

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2016
During Breaking into the Business, panelists gave aspiring people advice how they got into the film industry and how they can get into the industry as well. Panelists ranged from actors, producers, directors and writers. Photo by Anika Bhavnani 17

Learn from the pros: breaking down Archer’s Film Festival panels

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
May 6, 2016
The students on the trip pose with their chaperones and two instructors. I loved one of our instructors, Andria. She was the best — she was so funny. She really connected with us which made the experience so much better, Cydney Davis 18 said about one of the instructors. This photo was taken at the top of the mountain on a strenuous hike. Photo courtesy of Hanna Shohfi.

Archer’s first abroad trip to Belize was ‘Unbelizable’

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
April 28, 2016
The 2014-2015 advanced film class pose together at the Film Festival last year. Photo courtesy of Alex Sherman 17.

Behind the Scenes of The Archer Film Festival

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
April 27, 2016
March Madness is the month long playoff that leads up to the Division I NCAA Mens Basketball Championship. In it, a starting sixty four college teams compete against one another— win or go home.

How to enjoy March Madness

By Cybele Zhang and Anika Bhavnani
March 24, 2016

Students chosen to exhibit artwork at Marlborough Invitational Art Show

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2016
Teachers from left to right, Valerie Yoshimura, Meg Shirk, Amelia Mathis and Hanna Shohfi, dress as students for Spirit Week. At Archer, teachers are expected to participate outside the classroom too; Many coach sports, attend NOLS trips and advise clubs.

[Photo] Making an Archer teacher: exploring the hiring process

By Cybele Zhang, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2016
Marine Yamada 17 wears her vest in the library. She likes the vest, and finds it very fashionable. Photo by Anika Bhavnani 17

Down vest sparks debate amongst students

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2016
Eighth grade dance company: India Berman 20, Audrey Choate 20, Zoey Cort 20, Lauren Evans-Katz 20, Ariana Golpa 20, Stella Gregg 20, Talia Mainwaring 20, Casey Nuss 20, Vivian Shay 20, Scarlett Strasberg 20, and Kelsey Thompson 20 danced to a piece called Chilling Results. The music was by Maxence Cyrin and Nikki White choreographed the dance.

Photo Gallery: Archer’s dance show ‘Threads: 20 Years of Change and Innovation’

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2016
Grandparents, special friends and middle schoolers listen to Head of School Elizabeth Englishs address to the community on Friday Feb. 12. Photo by Syd Stone 16.

Middle Schoolers celebrate Grandparents and Special Friends Day

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2016
Bhavnani 17 poses with her affinity group. This was the South-Asian affinity group, or as they called themselves, The Brown Fam. Photo courtesy of Anika Bhavnani 17

Unwrapping diversity at Archer: what I learned from SDLC

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2016
Roberts, number 14, sets in the ball in a game against Armenian General Benevolent Union Manoogian-Demirdjian School. As a sophomore, she was co-captain of the junior varsity team and moved to varsity midway through the season.

Triple-threat Dani Roberts shines in athletics, the classroom

By Cybele Zhang and Anika Bhavnani
December 18, 2015
How to stay warm during the cold

How to stay warm during the cold

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2015
Varsity Tennis pictured smiles together before one of their matches. This season has been an all-time high for the team. Photo courtesy of Sara Rabinowitz 17.

Juniors Mari Goldberg, Sara Rabinowitz win league tennis championships, break school record

By Anika Bhavnani, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2015
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