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Broadcast: Splash from the past, jump to the future

By Shae Killam and Maya Hernández
May 28, 2026

As the clock strikes 3 p.m., the Archer community gathers in the courtyard to watch the Fountain Jump. The Fountain Jump is an annual senior tradition that involves the graduating class jumping into the Eastern Star Fountain, located in the center of the courtyard. Seniors brought water guns into the fountain and sprayed fellow seniors and spectating students with water. The jump is one of the events of senior week and marks the culmination of the senior class’ time at Archer. This year, the jump fell on Wednesday, May 20.

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About the Contributors
Shae Killam
Shae Killam, Outreach Editor

Shaelyn Killam started writing for the Oracle in 2023 and became Outreach Editor in 2025. She enjoys baking, cooking, writing and rainy days. 

Maya Hernández
Maya Hernández, Opinion Editor
Maya Hernández joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2023, she is in her third year and is the Opinion Editor. She is on the chess team, the leader of the Abortion Rights Club, a member of the Ambassador Leadership Team Advisory Board and a member of the Artemis Center. She enjoys reporting on women’s issues and Latine identity.