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  • November 17There will be a bus emergency drill Thursday, Nov. 21, and there is no late bus.
  • November 17The Amphitheater will be closed Monday, Nov. 18 for the removal of the US Musical set.
  • November 17School will be closed Friday, Nov. 22 for virtual parent-teacher conferences.
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

Students draw in the courtyard to unwind following the announcement of President Donald J. Trump's reelection Wednesday, Nov. 6. Illustrations included drawings in support of Vice President Kamala Harris and an array of colorful doodles.
‘Everybody is just trying to process it’: Community reacts to Trump’s presidential election victory
By Siena Ferraro, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • November 17, 2024

"Are we going to be safe?" "What happens next?" "How did he win?" These are just a select few questions students and faculty were heard...

A student debates between taking the PSAT and practice ACT, both of which are optional at Archer. Juniors had the opportunity to take a practice ACT Oct. 19 and a PSAT Oct. 23, which could qualify them for a National Merit scholarship. Sophomores took the PSAT Oct. 23., which could not qualify them for National Merit. (Graphic Illustration by Melinda Wang)
Juniors, sophomores take PSAT, practice ACT, reflect on value of standardized testing 
By Melinda Wang, Photo Editor • November 17, 2024

Thirty seconds left. Papers shuffle throughout the library. Students rush to plug numbers into their calculators, look over flagged questions...

Broadcast: Middle schoolers share opinions, predictions about 2024 presidential election
Broadcast: Middle schoolers share opinions, predictions about 2024 presidential election
By Lucy Williams and Sydney Tilles November 4, 2024

With the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaching, The Oracle sat down with six middle school students to discuss their thoughts on the two...

A cake is topped with gulab jamun, a popular Indian treat that consists of fried dough soaked in a sweet, sticky syrup that is typically rose flavored. This cake was made for Diwali in 2020.
Archer students explore Diwali through food, connect with family
By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter • November 15, 2024

Every fall, there is a day when sparklers light up the night sky, the smell of Indian food wafts through the air and the sparkle of clothes shine...

A middle school swim athlete competes in her event at their most recent meet. The team won the PBL championship Sunday, Nov. 3. Photo by Archer Athletics.
From self-talk to success: Middle school swim team conquers PBL league with ‘positive attitude’
By Phoebe Measer, Senior Reporter • November 17, 2024

Still dark outside, the middle school swim team wakes up at 5 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays to get ready for their 6 a.m. practice at UCLA....

Sophomore Abigail Weiner serves the ball to her opponent during a match against Windward School. The varsity tennis team placed fourth in their first year in the Gold Coast League. (Photo by Archer Athletics.)
Varsity tennis team finishes 4th in Gold Coast League
By Shae Killam, Senior Reporter • October 27, 2024

Abigail Weiner ('27) serves the ball cross-court to her opponent during a match against the Windward School. Her opponent gets ready to receive...

A third place trophy from a recent theatre competition. Competitiveness can both help and hinder our productivity and sense of self-worth.
Column: Competition in theatre — healthy or unhealthy?
By Hayden Seid, Columnist • November 4, 2024

Picture audition week. Panic and hysteria are afoot — this is one of the most stressful weeks of the year for a theatre kid. To mitigate the...

Director Errol Morris and journalist Jacob Soboroff discuss the harrowing legacy of family seperation in America during a Q&A after the showing of the film. Their conversation sheds light on the human cost behind U.S. immigration policies and challenges audiences to dig deeper into the greater flaws of our institutions.
Column: From Clinton to Biden, the cruel truths of U.S. immigration
By Catalina Lopez-Sanchez, Columnist • November 3, 2024

Witnessing "Separated," Errol Morris’s latest documentary, is like watching a slow-motion train wreck. I recently watched it at the Nuart Theatre,...

A silhouette of a student with flowers blooming at the top of their head. It's essential to prioritize students' mental health in school by providing mental health education and resources and 
creating a healthy, supportive and collaborative learning environment. 
(Graphic Illustration: Lola Thomas)
Editorial: Mental health matters
By 24-25 Oracle Editorial Board and Lola Thomas October 29, 2024

Content warning: This article mentions mature themes such as suicide and depression, which may not be appropriate for younger audiences. If you...

A streetlamp illuminates a car on the roof of a parking structure at night. This situation could be dangerous and would likely scare high school students, which is why we believe schools should teach self-defense.
Editorial: A safer walk home
September 20, 2024
Pink clouds surround three of Archer's palm trees at sunset. Most days as I walk to the bus, I am busy thinking about upcoming assignments. On the few days I choose to look up and admire the world around me, I am reminded of its beauty. This picture was the unexpected product of one such day.
Op-Ed: Do more nothing
September 13, 2024
Whimsy: 5 comfort movies to watch (or rewatch) this November
By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter • 4 hours ago

Maybe you are a student gearing up for finals and end-of-semester projects. Maybe you are an exhausted teacher who has accidentally reread the...

From dressing up to eating candy, Halloween is full of fun traditions. Try these four customs this Oct. 31 to enhance your spooktacular holiday. Graphic Illustration by Uma Nambiar.
4 traditions for a fun, fright-filled Halloween
By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter • October 24, 2024

It's the end of October, which means Halloween is quickly approaching. Every year, there are so many different ways to celebrate this spooky...

S1E2 - Hoops, I did it again: History of basketball, monthly sports recap
S1E2 – Hoops, I did it again: History of basketball, monthly sports recap
By Parker Keston, Podcaster • October 28, 2024

On this episode of Sport-Tea, host Parker Keston (‘25) discusses the history of basketball, highlighting its background and some of the game’s...

Sexplained S2E2 - Intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
Sexplained S2E2 – Intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
By Ella Dorfman, Podcaster • October 27, 2024

Sexplained is an educational podcast intended to support teenagers’ comprehensive health by providing information and advice regarding sexual...