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Juniors sit at Union Peak in Lander, Wyoming. From Aug. 25-Sept. 1, most members of the Class of 2025 went on Arrow Week, a hiking and leadership program that is a part of Archer’s curriculum.
Juniors adapt to Arrow Week with fewer students attending, develop leadership skills
A slide from the Honor Education Councils presentation explains the guidelines for Grammarly versus ChatGPT, which both use artificial intelligence. Upper school HEC representatives presented at grade-level meetings Sept. 5 about the addition of AI guidelines to the student handbook.
HEC, community members discuss addition of AI guidelines to handbook, related ethics
Sophomores Emerson Cohen, Emily Paschall and Meredith Ho gather together for a picture at Leo Carrillo Beach. To commence the school year, sixth through 10th grade students participated in Archer’s annual Fall Outing, where they connected through outdoor activities including ropes courses, games and swimming. “I think it was definitely my favorite fall outing that we’ve done so far,” sophomore Darian Weiss said. “It’s nice that was our last one. It was a good way to end it off.”
Fall Outings for grades 6-10 promote team building, leadership
Student Body President Anaiya Asomugha (24) speaks to students and faculty, welcoming everyone to the 2023-24 school year Aug. 22. Asomugha and Head of School Elizabeth English gave speeches in the courtyard in celebration of the first day of school.
‘Striking brilliance’: Administration announces theme for year, students attend first day of school
The Class of 2025 gathers inside LAX the morning of Friday, Aug. 25, prior to departing to Salt Lake City, Utah. From there, the grade took an approximately six-hour drive to Lander, Wyoming. Im really hopeful that we can reframe some of the negative thoughts or the fears around [Arrow Week] and have students bond and find some positive moments together on the trail, 11th grade Dean of Culture Community and Belonging Casey Huff said. 
Class of 2025 kicks off junior year with final Arrow Week in Lander, Wyoming
Harry Styles performs Late Night Talking at SoFi Stadium Oct. 23, 2022. Since 2019, the average concert price to see prominent artists like Styles has risen 18%.
Pulling back the curtains: Rising ticket prices impact concertgoers’ access to seeing artists live  
Honor Education Council members discuss ethical dilemmas at one of their general sessions. Senior members of HEC said their current main goal is transparency and connection with the community.
Setting intentions: Q&A with senior Honor Education Council members on goals for year
Sophia Bratman (24), Anaiya Asomugha (24), Ella Gray (24) and alumni Ava Cherniss (23) wave colorful flags in the courtyard. They were all counselors for Archer Summer, a paid position where they oversaw group activities with kids and organized camp life.
Summer salaries: 3 Archer students work their first jobs over the summer
Actresses Judy Reyes and Ana Ortiz picket at the Writers Guild Association strike May 8. Ortiz has been attending WGA and SAG-AFTRA protests almost daily since the start of the unions’ strikes.
Hollywood actors, writers share insight into cause, impact of ongoing dual strike
Culture Editor Rose Sarner (’23), Voices Editor Cadence Callahan (’23), Features Editor Lizette Gonzalez (’23) and Editor-in-Chief Greta Irvine (’23) hold mugs given to them by journalism adviser Kristin Taylor during The Oracle’s senior celebration and new editor induction ceremony May 16. “It speaks volumes that we can say, ‘I want to write about this,’ and no one says no,” Gonzalez said.
Q&A with features editor and voices editor on freedom of speech and censorship
Visual Arts teacher Hannah Kremin positions her artwork and prepares for the opening of the 2023 Eastern Star Gallery faculty and staff art show. Kremins piece on display is called Swans Dance and was made from clay, plaster, acrylic, sand and wax.
 ‘It’s humanizing’: Eastern Star Gallery show facilitates student, faculty connection
The movie title “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is displayed in a colorful font with a black background. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” features Miles Morales, a teen who struggles to fully embrace his secret identity as Spider-Man, as he seeks to restore balance in the multiverse. 
Review: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse’ turned me into a Spider-Man fan
Drake and 21 Savage perform at the Forum Aug. 16. Their concert was high-energy and iconic, lighting the venue up with music and fun.
Review: Drake and 21 Savage’s It’s All A Blur Tour was one giant party
Taylor Swift sings her opening song of The Eras Tour, “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince.” After the opening song, Swift delivered an incredible three and a half hour long performance with costume, set and design changes throughout the show. 
Review: Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour changed my life
Siena Fantini (’27) and Grace Nordling (’28) sing in the Blackbox theater during a performance of “Frozen Jr,” a junior musical version of the 2018 Broadway musical “Frozen.” Performances took place May 19 and 20.
“Frozen Jr.” sparkles on stage as cast members grow their skills through process
Visual Arts teacher Hannah Kremin positions her artwork and prepares for the opening of the 2023 Eastern Star Gallery faculty and staff art show. Kremins piece on display is called Swans Dance and was made from clay, plaster, acrylic, sand and wax.
 ‘It’s humanizing’: Eastern Star Gallery show facilitates student, faculty connection
The movie title “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is displayed in a colorful font with a black background. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” features Miles Morales, a teen who struggles to fully embrace his secret identity as Spider-Man, as he seeks to restore balance in the multiverse. 
Review: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse’ turned me into a Spider-Man fan
Drake and 21 Savage perform at the Forum Aug. 16. Their concert was high-energy and iconic, lighting the venue up with music and fun.
Review: Drake and 21 Savage’s It’s All A Blur Tour was one giant party
Taylor Swift sings her opening song of The Eras Tour, “Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince.” After the opening song, Swift delivered an incredible three and a half hour long performance with costume, set and design changes throughout the show. 
Review: Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour changed my life
Siena Fantini (’27) and Grace Nordling (’28) sing in the Blackbox theater during a performance of “Frozen Jr,” a junior musical version of the 2018 Broadway musical “Frozen.” Performances took place May 19 and 20.
“Frozen Jr.” sparkles on stage as cast members grow their skills through process
Pictured is Katsu Bar’s original katsu sandwich with waffle fries. The restaurant opened its sixth location May 1 in Santa Monica, and I reviewed four items on its menu.
Review: Katsu Bar brings delicious Japanese cuisine to Santa Monica
The birthday cake cookies I made using the Momofuku Milk Bar cookbook sit on top of the recipe. The recipe was straightforward and made the most delicious cookies.
Review: ‘Momofuku Milk Bar’ is delicious but complicated
This is the table set up at Haidilao Hot Pot that my extended family and I had when we went for dinner. We ordered many items, including egg noodles, spinach, corn, fried bean curd rolls and chicken fried rice. I highly recommend this restaurant for a unique dining experience that exposes you to a part of Chinese culture.
Review: Haidilao Hot Pot allows diners to not only enjoy a meal, but an experience
This is the famous truffle pasta from Sushi House Unico located in Beverly Glen Circle. It was creamy and it had great texture to it. This was my favorite dish of the night.
Review: Sushi House Unico’s dishes capture wide range of cuisines
I hold my dessert from Pinkberry: a large pomegranate and tart swirl with cookies and cream and chocolate chips on top. Upon the first bite I knew this would be my new favorite dessert place.
Review: Pinkberry’s frozen yogurt is personalizable, delicious
Seventh graders Zoe Butler and Isabel Kromwyk run side by side on a sunny afternoon during cross country practice. Middle school cross country coach Kiaira Bostic said they are both determined athletes, and she looks forward to seeing them become stronger runners this season.
Side by side: Seventh graders Zoe Butler, Isabel Kromwyk jog into middle school cross country season
Freshmen Pheobe Measer and Chloe Ventura Ruvalcaba high-five after a point in a preseason match against St. Monica Preparatory. Archers JV volleyball team lost 0-2 against St. Monica and most recently beat the Oakwood School 2-0.
Freshman-filled JV volleyball team adjusts to change, builds confidence
Athletic Director Kim Smith gives an opening speech at the 2022-2023 Athletic Awards Night. Last year, along with Athletic Awards Night, she organized college signings, pep rallies and other events.
Q&A with Athletic Director Kim Smith on start of sports seasons, goals for year
Finalist pairs smile after playing Windward in the PBL championship. Eighth grader Hana Cho said the team made major progress since the beginning of the beach volleyball program and overcame challenges throughout the season.
Middle school beach volleyball team reflects on challenges, triumphs of season’s finals
A student athlete thinks about her day-to-day activities. Many Archer student athletes reported learning time management skills and resilience through sports. (Graphic Illustration by Meredith Ho)
Benefitting and learning through sports: Student athletes develop endurance, time management
Audrey Chang (’24) takes her senior portrait. Chang will be serving as the Editor-in-Chief of The Oracle for the 2023-2024 school year. (Graphic Illustration by Audrey Chang)
Letter from the Editor
To start ending worldwide polarization, we must begin having conversations with people who hold different beliefs than us. Fostering empathy and recognizing others as a human is how we can begin repairing the world and mending the political divide. 
Op-Ed: How to combat hate, stop polarization
An 8-year-old me holds up a photo of a Gucci dress, wearing the duplicate I made myself. Months earlier, I became infatuated with it in the mall, which inspired me to start sewing. I still make clothes to this day.
Commentary: My love and devotion to fashion
My sister and I smile for a picture in the summer of 2012. We have always had a very close relationship, and I have loved taking care of her; she has taught me so many lessons. I am grateful that she helped me grow my leadership skills through the experience of taking care of her.
Op-Ed: Being a big sister made me a better leader
My parents assemble all the ingredients necessary to make which dumpling filling. This particular dinner, my mom tried to step out of her comfort zone by making a pork and mushroom dumpling, which she had never attempted before.
My top 5 favorite Chinese foods
Japanese Breakfast performed May 11 at the Kilby Block Party Festival in Salt Lake City, Utah. Witnessing their performance live is one of my final memories of high school and stirred up a lot of bittersweet emotions.
Column: An ode to senior year… and Japanese Breakfast
My friend and I took this screenshot of our avatars on one of our favorite servers. Throughout all the years I’ve played video games, it’s always been the one I can consistently return to, having built some of my strongest relationships and shaped who I am as a person.
Column: Create new world
As I begin the road to graduation, Im reminded of the extraordinary experience that Ive had writing a feminist column. It has been a beautifully empowering process that I will be forever grateful for.
Column: Dear column, I love you.
Disney’s 2002 film “Lilo and Stitch” is getting a live action reboot, set to release in 2024. Recently, the film has come under fire, though, for its seemingly whitewashed casting decisions. (Graphic Illustration by Sydney Frank)
Column: “Ohana means family”
Image displays a Nintendo Switch alongside a gaming mouse and a few dollar bills. With the overwhelming prices of video games in the modern age, here are five wonderful games that you can play for free! Image credit to Paulina DePaulo.
Column: The best games in life are free
Audrey Chang (’24) takes her senior portrait. Chang will be serving as the Editor-in-Chief of The Oracle for the 2023-2024 school year. (Graphic Illustration by Audrey Chang)
Letter from the Editor
To start ending worldwide polarization, we must begin having conversations with people who hold different beliefs than us. Fostering empathy and recognizing others as a human is how we can begin repairing the world and mending the political divide. 
Op-Ed: How to combat hate, stop polarization
An 8-year-old me holds up a photo of a Gucci dress, wearing the duplicate I made myself. Months earlier, I became infatuated with it in the mall, which inspired me to start sewing. I still make clothes to this day.
Commentary: My love and devotion to fashion
My sister and I smile for a picture in the summer of 2012. We have always had a very close relationship, and I have loved taking care of her; she has taught me so many lessons. I am grateful that she helped me grow my leadership skills through the experience of taking care of her.
Op-Ed: Being a big sister made me a better leader
Instagram plays a large role in the growing rates of eating disorders in teenagers. As the apps popularity exponentially increases among teenagers, the commonality of eating disorders in teens has risen as well. (Graphic illustration by Tavi Memoli)
Op-Ed: Instagram’s role in the growing rates of eating disorders in teenagers
My parents assemble all the ingredients necessary to make which dumpling filling. This particular dinner, my mom tried to step out of her comfort zone by making a pork and mushroom dumpling, which she had never attempted before.
My top 5 favorite Chinese foods
This graphic image contains promotional posters for five journalism films I believe are inspiring and powerful. These films range from the classic All the Presidents Men, which was revolutionary for the way it depicted journalism, to Bad Education, which emphasizes the power of student journalism in schools. (Graphic Illustration by Nina Sperling)
From ‘Shattered Glass’ to shattered glass ceilings: 5 films that capture the power of journalism
Jet Rags only location in Los Angeles has a large ground floor and a smaller second floor. Smaller items like rings, sunglasses and iron-on patches can be found near the cash register on the first floor.
My 3 favorite thrift stores in Los Angeles
Gift Guide: What to get your dad for Fathers Day
Gift Guide: What to get your dad for Father’s Day
These are six books I consider the perfect summer reads. They all take place in summer and are wonderful novels to keep you reading all season. (Graphic Illustration by Olivia Hallinan-Gan)
The perfect summer books with the perfect summer playlist
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
Letter to Editor: Mental Health Club: 8 Ways to stay occupied & healthy during social distancing
Letter to Editor: Mental Health Club: 8 Ways to stay occupied & healthy during social distancing
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
A graphic illustration depicts a teen girl being pointed at, feeling peer pressure. According to Firewall Times, 85% of high school students have felt peer pressure during middle or high school. (Graphic Illustration by Lola Thomas)
Archer students reflect on peer pressure’s impact, professionals describe psychological effects
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
Azel Al-Kadiri (23), portraying Elinor Dashwood, and Ella Gray (24), portraying Marianne Dashwood, hold hands during a technical rehearsal of Sense and Sensibility. Rehearsals for the upper school play began in January and spanned over three months.
From script to stage: Making ‘Sense and Sensibility’
An image of a phone with numerous searches for how to fix one’s body demonstrates social medias deeply-rooted diet culture. According to Healthline, there was a large user growth among girls ages 15-22 on TikTok, an app known to spread misinformation, especially about weight and dieting. (Graphic Illustration by Olivia Hallinan-Gan)
Teenage girls reflect on diet culture on social media in all-girls environment
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop on Academic Peer Pressure in preparation for College
The Scoop on Academic Peer Pressure in preparation for College
S3 Ep3 – Round Table: Varsity Winter Sports Captains
S3 Ep3 – Round Table: Varsity Winter Sports Captains
The Scoop S3 Ep3 – The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Alumni Lauren Finkelstein
The Scoop S3 Ep3 – The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Alumni Lauren Finkelstein
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Allie Worchell, Voices Editor

Allie Worchell joined The Oracle writing staff in 2017.  This year she is excited to be a member of the editorial board as the Voices Editor.  In school, she is on the Peer Support team as well as the co-president of Human Rights Watch Student Task Force.  Out of school, she is a volunteer at Teen Line through Cedar Sinai Hospital.  In her free time, she loves reading, traveling and spending time with friends.

All content by Allie Worchell
The promotional image for the Neflix Original series, Outer Banks. The series is a coming of age story following a group of kids dubbed the Pogues.

Review: “Outer Banks” makes us nostalgic for pre-quarantine days

By Allie Worchell , Voices Editor
May 20, 2020
An iPhone showcasing a Washington Post Snapchat story. The story focused on the new normal after COVID-19.

Your ultimate guide to navigating news during Covid-19

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 7, 2020
Take a walk: Archer community during social distancing

Take a walk: Archer community during social distancing

By Celeste Ramirez and Allie Worchell
April 27, 2020
Noah Centineo (Peter Kavinsky), Lana Condor (Lara Jean) and John Ambrose (Jordan Burchett) pose for a promotional poster.

Review: ‘To All The Boys: P.S. I Still Love you’ didn’t need to happen

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 22, 2020
Transmission electron microscopic image of an isolate from the first U.S. case of COVID-19, formerly known as 2019-nCoV. The spherical viral particles, colorized blue, contain cross-section through the viral genome, seen as black dots.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) declared a pandemic, prompting travel bans

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 13, 2020
Students played in the courtyard with a bouncy beach ball while the LA vibe themed activities took place. In order to get spirit points students had to guess the ingredients in a Kreation juice drink.

LA Vibe Day embraces Los Angeles stereotypes

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 6, 2020

#press4education: Community weighs in on press freedom

By Chloe Fidler, Vaughan Anoa'i, Allie Worchell, and Grace Doyle
February 27, 2020
Iris Franco pictured left and Veronica Jeffers discuss the current immigration status for children entering the U.S. They came to Archer in lieu of conversations after Diversity conference on Jan. 29

KIND attorneys present about children in immigration process

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
February 18, 2020
L.A. based model Kaylen Ward generated a new fundraising platform. For every $10 donated to an organization helping the Australian Wildfires, she would send a personal nude through Instagrams direct message.

Op-Ed: #NakedForAustralia campaign revolutionizes fundraising

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
February 5, 2020
We sometimes forget common courtesy at school and in our daily lives. Its time to remember common courtesy.

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Junior varsity volleyball improves skills, ‘creates positive dynamic’

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
December 4, 2019
Holding their debate awards, Noa Wallock 22, Rachael Azrialy 21, Kylie Chryss-Connell 21 and Grace Carter 20 pose for a photo after competing in a speech tournament at New Roads School. Azrialy and Chryss-Connell tied for first, Wallock won first in her category and Carter got second.

‘A force to be reckoned with’: Speech and debate team members take first, second place in tournament

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
November 17, 2019
The Getty fire, as seen driving on Sepulveda Boulevard, burned 745 acres. As wildfires become more and more common, it is important that we do not normalize the destruction they bring.

Op-Ed: Let’s stop normalizing wildfires

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
November 7, 2019
Students pre-register and register to vote on Monday, Sept. 23. The event was hosted by the Human Rights Watch Club. Allie Worchell 20 is pictured in the center.

Commentary: So you think you can vote?

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
October 18, 2019
Director of Fine and Performing Arts, Reed Farley created this exhibit in the Gallery to foster connections. It features an interactive ball pit for students.

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Jaime MacDonald and her dog Cleveland sit in MacDonalds new office. MacDonald is Archers new school counselor.

New counselor Jaime MacDonald focuses on wellness

By Allie Worchell and Nicki Rosenberg
September 26, 2019
Director of Advancement and Communications Quyen Ngo works on her computer in her office on the first day of school. School started on Tuesday for both middle and upper school.

Reflecting, reading, hiking: Staff and faculty reflect on back-to-school routines

By Allie Worchell and Lola Lamberg
September 18, 2019
A photo from the Shanti Foundation, an organization put in place to help girls and women who have experienced human trafficking in Nepal. The founder, Shanti, pictured on the right. Shanti was held in a brothel for many years where she contracted HIV. Now she is the leader of the Shanti Foundation and wants to raise awareness of this issue.

In response to human trafficking, organizations focus on empowerment, liberation

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
June 7, 2019
Junior Shelby Eroen, pictured left, played Maeve Sullivan, a scholarship student at Cambridge University. [My favorite part] is the story behind my role, Maeve. [Maeve] wasnt fortunate enough to stay in college, and playing that part was really impactful. Also, behind the scenes, the community we built while preparing for the play [was important to me], Eroen said.

‘Blue Stockings’ showcases ‘complex’ characters, highlights realities of women in 1896

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 9, 2019
Drama Queens Ava Vinton 20, Livia Blum 19 and Caroline Ediger 19 sit at the Magicoplis theater while performing The Questionnaire. In the humorous scene, a girl administers a test to her best friends new partner to ensure that the match is suitable.

Thespians participate in first-ever Young Playwrights in Action

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
April 30, 2019

Behind ‘Brave’: Music video promotes new Academic Center

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
April 26, 2019
Eleventh grade students debrief Gail Dines presentation in Nick Grahams advisory. Dines spoke about pornography and media literacy.

Researcher Gail Dines presents about porn culture, sparks controversy

By Allie Worchell and Anna Brodsky
March 25, 2019
An accreditor delivers part of the final report to Archers staff and faculty in the Dining Hall on Feb. 6. [Archer] gained validation for the good work [from the report, Upper School Math Department Chair Chris Luzniak said.

Accreditation team evaluates Archer

By Lola Lamberg and Allie Worchell
March 21, 2019
Hannah Park 19 swims backstroke at a swim meet at Crossroads School. Park and Juliet Youssef are the two varsity swim team captains.

Q&A with 2018-2019 swim team captains: Hannah Park, Juliet Youssef

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 11, 2019
The sophomores decorated their door with their class color, pink. Class representative Aniyah Shirehjini said that it took many trips to Michaels to obtain necessary materials for the door.

Community celebrates Color Wars, ‘comes together’

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
March 11, 2019

Three students travel to Fresno for All-State orchestra

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 7, 2019

Why does student voice matter? from Oracle on Vimeo.

Schools around America celebrate Scholastic Journalism Week, importance of #StudentVoices

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
February 28, 2019
Chinese student Willa Frierson 20 teaches middle schoolers some basic Chinese characters. This booth was one of many at the celebration on Friday, Feb. 8.

A pig deal: Archer celebrates Chinese New Year

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
February 16, 2019
From boyfriends to bunnies: Archers Drama Queens provided three skits at lunch on Friday, Jan. 18. Drama Queens is an elective course.

High School Drama: Archer’s theater troupe performs ‘cute,’ ‘satirical’ scenes

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
January 31, 2019
Eighth graders sit in the Rose Room during advisory. This year, the eighth grade has undertaken a new mentorship program, where they originally rotated between advisers. Now, after recent changes, students will be staying with one adviser.

Advisory Revamp: Eighth, ninth grade advisories incorporate Social Emotional Learning, adapt to student feedback

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
January 18, 2019
The performers in Just Add Water act out The Worlds Fastest Musical. Students had the opportunity to attend the show on Friday, Jan. 11 during lunch.

‘Just Add Water’: Yale improv group visits Archer

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
January 17, 2019
Spelling bee contestant Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre, played by Willow Stein 22, prepares to compete. Upper school musical students performed The 25th Annual County Spelling Bee at the Miles Playhouse from Friday, Dec. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 9

‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ showcases comedy, ‘heartfelt’ moments

By Allie Worchell , Voices Editor
January 11, 2019
Ella Frey 19 and Allie Worchell 20 sit in the Archer garden while watching Elite: Episode 3. The eight episode Netflix original series came out on October 5, 2018.

Review: Bienvenidos a “Elite” — teen drama pushes boundaries

By Allie Worchell and Ella Frey
January 8, 2019
Junior Angelica Gonzalez, eighth grader Karen Garcia, freshman Alejandra Ayala and junior Celeste Ramirez talk to the prospective Latinx Archer families. Both student and parent panels were held.

[Photo] Latinx prospective families visit Archer for Spanish Campus Preview

December 21, 2018
Eighth graders stand beside the dance floor at the eighth grade social. The theme was black and white, reflected in the Rose Rooms decorations.

Dancing the night away: Eighth graders ‘enjoy’ annual social

By Allie Worchell, Molly Goldberg, and Rio Hundley
December 5, 2018
The Archer parking permit is required for all carpools. Under the Conditional Use Permit, official Archer carpools must present this badge at all times.

Auditors come to Archer, survey compliance with Conditional Use Permit

By Allie Worchell, Molly Goldberg, and Rio Hundley
November 26, 2018

ONE archive exhibit ‘educates’ Archer community on LGBTQ+ civil rights

By Nicki Rosenberg and Allie Worchell
November 14, 2018
Giana Parks 21, Ali Aragon 22, Katelyn Chi22, Faith Soriano 22, Arielle Janger 20, Emily Eshel 21, Andrea Ramirez 22, Mikayla Weinhouse 22, Zoe Berman 21, Amber Calvert-Jones21 and Mikaela Foronda 22 pose for a photo in front of Archer. The team is open to all upper school students.

Junior varsity volleyball team ‘improved’ throughout season

By Allie Worchell and Emma London
November 14, 2018
One of Meg Cranstons pieces from Hue Saturation Value. The exhibit emphasizes different colors and geometric shapes.

Archer explores color with ‘Hue Saturation Value’

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
November 12, 2018
Students play feel what is in the box. If students guess correctly they receive a ticket which will eventually become a spirit point.

Creeping it real: Community celebrates Halloween, embraces atmosphere of ‘joy’

By Allie Worchell , Chloe Richards , and Thea Leimone
November 1, 2018
The varsity tennis team poses after a game at Santa Monica High School (SAMO). The team has won all of their league matches so far.

Varsity tennis defeats Milken High School 18-0, remains undefeated in league

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
October 19, 2018
Rosetta Lee speaking at the diversity, equity and Inclusion leadership series. She is the Diversity Consultant for Archer this year. Photo Source: Dominque Cadenas 19

Diversity Consultant Rosetta Lee speaks to upper school

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
October 17, 2018
Juliet Youssef 19 and Hannah Kim 20 facilitate pennant-making for International Day of the Girl and National Coming out Day.

Clubs present ‘Express Yourself: A Celebration of Identity, Intersectionality’

By Allie Worchell and Rio Hundley
October 13, 2018
Lana Condor poses for the Netflix preview of To All The Boys Ive Loved Before.

Review: “To All the Boys I Loved Before” showcases ‘teenage romance’ with modern spin

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
September 25, 2018
Gillian Varnum 20 and Yasi Soufer 19 play a match. The match took place at the Annenberg Community Beach House.

Beach Volleyball season ends, team members ‘proud,’ ‘excited’ for next year

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
June 1, 2018
Student Body President Maya Winkler 18 gives a speech honoring her time at Archer and her class. Next year, Winkler will be attending Columbia University.

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Gretchen Warner, Upper School Dean, speaks about the senior class to begin the celebration.

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The Class of 2018 poses for a picture in seventh grade. This was part of the gift that this years junior class donated to the seniors. Along with photos, there were flip flops and tote bags for every graduating senior.

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Orchestra conductor Susan Smith gives Jayla Brown 18 the Performing Arts Award. Brown participated in the orchestra, plays and the Student Council Executive Board.

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Alongside their sixth grade class photo, this canvas displayed the Class of 2018 at the beginning of the 2017-2018 school year.

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Andrea Locke, dance teacher, presents Cybele Zhang 18 with the Olivia Cull Faculty Award. Zhang participated in dance with Locke for many years.

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Stephanie Ferri, swim and fitness coach, gives Claire Bardin 18 the Cynthia Harell Horn Humanitarian Award. Ferri was Bardins swim coach during her time at Archer.

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Danny Lennon, head of the Athletics Department, presents Alex Feldman 18 the Senior Athlete Award. Feldman was a three-sport athlete, including basketball and softball. She will be attending Boston University in the fall.

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Stephanie Harrison 24 and Maya Wernick 18 hug during the relay race. As a senior, Wernick said she hopes to keep this memory after graduation.  

Archer holds first senior vs. faculty relay race in place of annual kickball game

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 14, 2018
A homeless man poses on the street with a handmade sign. Kornfield takes pictures of homeless people and their signs in order to evoke empathy.

Homelessness in Los Angeles: Community initiatives, programs work to aid homeless Angelenos

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 8, 2018
The official poster for A Quiet Place. The movie stars Emily Blunt and John Krasinski. Image source: A Quiet Place Official Website.

Review: “A Quiet Place” stuns audiences, displays originality

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 8, 2018
Seniors Josie Garcia-Euyoque and Dani Roberts open their Senior Art Show, entitled friends & famILY. The two art students collaborated on a show featuring film and photography.

Josie Garcia-Euyoque, Dani Roberts hold joint senior art show, “Friends & FamILY”

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 6, 2018
Yasi Gohar 20 stands at the rally with a sign that says Never Again. She protested to fight against gun violence.

‘We call B.S.:’ Student organized rally calls for advocacy, gun legislation reform

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
May 3, 2018
Jessica Mkitarian, a seventh grade math fellow, poses for a photo during Archers annual Spirit Week. She was dressed up for Spirit Weeks Workout Wednesday.

Math Fellow Jessica Mkitarian shares passion for environment

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
April 5, 2018
Gillian Varnum 20 hits during a beach volleyball tournament. She is currently a co-captain alongside Stella Smyth 19.

Q&A with 2018 varsity beach volleyball co-captains: Stella Smyth, Gillian Varnum

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 22, 2018
A drawing of the human brain with words that encompass mental health. During her talk with the Mental Health Club, Tara Peris commented on anxiety specifically. Illustrated by Lucia Barker 18.

UCLA Psychiatrist Tara Peris discusses anxiety with Mental Health Club

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
March 4, 2018
Lil Uzi Vert concert on Friday Feb. 2, at the Shrine Expo Hall near USC. Many people were recording and taking pictures on their phones.

Review: Lil Uzi Vert performs short, entertaining concert

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
February 11, 2018
Molly Goldberg 20 shows her phone. Her most recently used apps include Snapchat, Instagram and Facebook.

Op-Ed: Give social media a like

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
January 29, 2018
Seniors Marlena Lerner, Gracie Marx, Sarah Newman and Gracie Abrams pose with the panther. Sophie Evans-Katz 18 dressed up as the panther.

Walking in a Winter Wonderland: Archer celebrates holiday spirit in January

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
January 26, 2018
The Kenyan Boys Choir performs a traditional song. The group performed at Barack Obamas inauguration.

Kenyan Boys Choir performs, shares passion for global change

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
December 3, 2017
Amelia Mathis, head cross country coach, talks to runners before a meet begins. Mathis has been coaching the team for seven years.

Varsity cross country completes season, CIF-SS Finals

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
November 28, 2017
Interim Upper School Director Gretchen Warner hands Omari Benjamin 18 a celebratory rose. The seniors will graduate in May 2018.

Archer celebrates annual Founders’ Day tradition

By Allie Worchell and Ella Frey
November 15, 2017
Caitlin Chen 19 leads the Archer runners in a meet. Followed behind her is Sara Weitz 18 and Lily Horton 18.

Archer cross country runs to Liberty League finals

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
November 7, 2017
Claire Bardin ‘18 and Cat Oriel ‘18 work at The Arrow during X-Block. They help girls purchase snacks with their One Cards and organize the stores food.

The Arrow Executive Board heads in new direction, shares changes for the year

By Allie Worchell, Voices Editor
October 26, 2017
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