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  • October 12Upper School students are invited to attend a Drama Queens performance in the Black Box Friday, Oct. 18.
  • October 12Students may wear purple accessories with their uniforms to celebrate International Day of the Girl Friday, Oct. 18.
  • October 12The Archer in Action Fair takes place Thursday, Oct. 17 in the main courtyard.
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

A student analyzes the most recent edition of the national polling average, provided by the "New York Times," which depicts Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's individual likelihood of winning the presidency. Many students have voiced their concerns and frustration over the closeness of the polls, given the polar oppositeness of each presidential candidate.
'Its very upsetting to look at': Students voice concerns over closeness of presidential election polls
By Siena Ferraro, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • 5 hours ago

In less than a month, Americans will head to the voting polls to determine who will assume the presidency once President Joe Biden leaves office....

A laptop is open to the opening slide of the Jewish Student Union's Oct. 7 commemoration, as two students embrace in the background. The presentation was one example of how communities in Archer and in Los Angeles came together to recognize the anniversary of the war in Israel and Palestine.
Students, faculty find community amidst anniversary of Oct. 7, start of deadly Israel-Hamas war
By Oona Seppala, Multimedia Editor • October 16, 2024

Editor’s Note: The name Ruby is fabricated to preserve student privacy, given the minority of Palestinian students on campus and honor her...

Autumn Walker ('27) poses with her mango smoothie from Belwood Bakery during lunch Tuesday, Sept. 24. "Belwood has fantastic smoothies, if I need a sweet treat halfway through the day," Walker said.
First week of freedom: Students, faculty reflect on 'across the street' privileges, budgeting
By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter • October 16, 2024

With the student handbook signed and a craving for restaurant food filling the air, students traveled across Sunset Boulevard to the Brentwood...

Archer's orchestra director Hannah Murray plays her violin with the middle school advanced ensemble, the Metro-Gnomes. This is Murray’s first year at Archer, following the retirement of Susan Smith, who served as orchestra director for 23 years.
Striking a chord: Archer’s new orchestra director intertwines movement and music
By Meredith Ho, Sports Editor • October 12, 2024

Have you ever wondered how practicing yoga can benefit your performance as a musician? As the only Californian with a Timani certification, Archer’s...

Poised and ready to play, JV tennis team captain Avery Panepinto (‘27) grips her racket. This year is the team’s first in the Gold Coast League, and they have won the majority of their matches. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘Stronger and better’: JV tennis team grows skills, friendships during first season in Gold Coast League
By Charlotte Burnap, Senior Reporter • October 8, 2024

With a racket clutched in her hand, sophomore Eva Garon steps out onto the tennis court. As she takes a deep breath, she makes eye contact with...

Maya Acutt ('25), Kate Hanney ('25) and Gabriella Specchierla ('25) clap as they celebrate their teammates during last season's Senior Night. The three seniors are the only runners from The Class of 2025 on the team, forging a special bond that they will carry with them, even as the prepare to leave Archer.
'Side by side': Q&A with three varsity cross country seniors
By Oona Seppala, Multimedia Editor • October 6, 2024

For the past four years, seniors Kate Hanney, Gabriella Specchierla and Maya Acutt have been the only Archer varsity cross country runners in...

Rachel Chung is pictured holding the playbill for the show "Hamilton," which recently showed at the Pantages Theatre. Despite the term's reputation, "theatre kid" is actually something we can all relate to.
Column: 'Theater Kid' is officially a compliment
By Hayden Seid, Columnist • 20 hours ago

How would you feel if one of your friends called you a theater kid? Would you take it as an insult? You might not appreciate this term at first,...

A collage of all things within the TJR universe. This column dives into how TJR uses fame, family and love within her literary worlds.
Column: Reviewing Taylor Jenkins Reid influential four bestsellers
By Madeleine Beaubaire, Columnist • October 14, 2024

This October, I'm promoting a beloved author all newcomers should check out. The talented and brilliant Taylor Jenkins Reid, or as fans know...

The Paris 2024 Olympic swimming pool is filled with bright lights and spectators. The Olympic games were held from July 26 to Aug. 11. While the event is meant to symbolize global unity, athletes from non-Western countries were met with accusations and scrutiny.  [Paris 2024 Olympic Games] by [Roman Koksarov] is licensed under [CC BY 4.0.].
Op-Ed: A call for second chances in international athlete community
By Meredith Ho, Sports Editor • September 24, 2024

In a world where the Olympic Games are meant to unite all countries through the universal language of sport, why are some athletes met with suspicion...

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
A bag of matcha powder and a glass of ice-cold matcha are shown side-by-side. My favorite cafes that sell the best matcha drinks in L.A. are Cha Cha Matcha, La La Land Kind Cafe, Clark Street and Alfred Coffee. Graphic Illustration by Uma Nambiar.
Matcha, Matcha, Matcha!: 4 Los Angeles sipping spots
By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter • September 29, 2024

On a hot summer day, sometimes all you need is matcha. Or, when you’re feeling down and blasting your go-to sad playlist, matcha will cheer...

Cucumber craze: The fruit that has taken over the internet
Cucumber craze: The fruit that has taken over the internet
By Francie Wallack, Features Editor • September 29, 2024

"Sometimes you just need to eat an entire cucumber." These words have been playing on repeat ever since an unknown influencer first went viral...

The Scoop on classroom education of 9/11
The Scoop on classroom education of 9/11
By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter • October 16, 2024

In this episode of The Scoop, Senior Reporter Gabby Kaplan (‘27) sat down with history teacher Bethany Neubauer to talk about how Archer educates...

Sport-Tea S1E1 - Going for gold: Recapping Olympic games, summer sporting events
Sport-Tea S1E1 - Going for gold: Recapping Olympic games, summer sporting events
By Parker Keston, Podcaster • September 24, 2024

On this episode of Sport-Tea, host Parker Keston (‘25) discusses the history of the Olympic games, recaps her top 10 favorite moments and covers...