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  • November 17No school for students Friday, Nov. 20, for parent-teacher conferences.
  • November 17An earthquake drill will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19.
  • November 17Love Your Body Week activities will happen in the courtyard during lunch Tuesday, Nov. 18.
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
Dylan Schwarz ('26) presents to the Sustainability class, taught by science teacher Casey Huff. Sustainability is one of the many science courses that seniors are offered at Archer, along with other research-based classes.

Senior science classes encourage students to persue STEM inside, outside the classroom

By Christina Williams, Multimedia Reporter
November 12, 2025
U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. discusses the findings of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) latest Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network survey, during a press conference at the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 16, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz

‘Correlation is not causation’: Students, professionals react to misinformation surrounding autism

By Charlotte Burnap, Culture Editor
November 9, 2025
A student stands, looking out at stars that aren't visible in Los Angeles. During sixth grade fall outing, students learned ways to keep their skies clear and earth clean. (Graphic Illustration by Aviana Le Gallo)

From classrooms to campfires: Sixth graders practice ‘Leave No Trace’ principles at fall outing

By Aviana Le Gallo, Multimedia Reporter
October 7, 2025
An iPhone screen displays the teen-focused AI app Koil, which blends personalized guidance with images of hobbies and interests. This reflects the platforms mission to help high schoolers explore their future paths. “Koil is built to address the challenges teens face,” Sarah Kraft said, “by offering not just a social platform, but also the resources and support they need to thrive.”

Review: Koil helps teens cut through the pressure and plan ahead

By Nissara Shah, Multimedia Reporter
September 21, 2025
Programming member Charlotte Bloomfield ('28) introduces the Inventing Smart Solutions Class & Club Fire Retardant & Erosion Diminishment Device (FREDD) to an attendee of EurekaFest. EurekaFest occurred June 9-11 and was hosted by Lemelson-MIT.

Inventing the future: Archer showcases FREDD at EurekaFest, promotes student innovation nationwide

By Melinda Wang, Multimedia Editor
September 7, 2025
A colorful table of fresh produce is ready for customers at the Brentwood Farmers Market. If unsold by the end of the day, these vegetables will end up being donated to various charities. Numerous vendors across Los Angeles participate in similar programs in order to combat hunger and food waste.

‘Feeding people, not landfills’: How local organizations are helping fight food insecurity by repurposing food waste

By Maia Kim, Senior Reporter
May 29, 2025

Green tea and fly genes: Junior researches effect of Epigallocatechin Gallate in fruit fly cancer treatment

By Vivianne Arnold, Science Editor
May 28, 2025
A display of soaps and lotions sits on a counter inside of Square One Refills, a cosmetic refillery on Montana Ave in Santa Monica. Customers are able to bring their own bottles and fill them with a wide range of carefully selected products.

Changing the industry: How refillaries and refillable products are changing the image of sustainable beauty

By Phoebe Casparian, Multimedia Reporter
May 28, 2025

Lead in tampons, Alzheimer’s Disease, donor organ shortage: Students present research projects at annual STEM Symposium

By Christina Williams and Vivianne Arnold
May 21, 2025
Science teacher Kristen Riggs stands with her Ed.D. certificate in Educational Leadership, with a focus on Southern California teachers' perceptions of artificial intelligence. She has been teaching for 10 years and is proud of how far she has come. "Any idea that there are only some good scientists — that's out the door, anyone can be a good scientist," Riggs said. (Photo courtesy: Kristen Riggs.)

Experimenting with education: Q&A with science teacher about receiving her Ed.D.

By Graysen Gregory, Staff Reporter
May 21, 2025

Video Slideshow: Archer Council of Sustainability celebrates Earth Day, promotes waste reduction

By Maya Hernández and Gabby Kaplan
May 21, 2025

Elephant conservation: Importance of sanctuaries in protecting elephant populations

By Graysen Gregory, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2025
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