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Class of 2025 Student Council representatives Rachel Chung, Francie Wallack and Tavi Memoli smile in front of boxes of donuts and containers of hot water to mix with hot chocolate packets. Chung served as photographer for the event, documenting the party on her digital camera. The juniors’ autumn party was meant to provide a space to talk to their peers and relax in the midst of their academics. 
Fall friendship: Juniors bond over donuts, drinks at class party
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
Three faculty and staff school pictures feature science teacher Tara Renner, English teacher Alexandra Greenberg and history teaching apprentice Whitney Wagner. The Oracle held a Q&A with Renner, Greenberg and Wagner to ask them about their first few weeks at Archer and initial feelings surrounding the 2023-24 school year. (Photos by Ultimate Exposures and Graphic Illustration by Zoe Gazzuolo)
Q&A with new teachers Tara Renner, Alexandra Greenberg and Whitney Wagner
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
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
Senior Chloe Resnick and world language teacher Mark Forte stand together at Zuma beach after Resnick competed in a surf competition. For the fall season, the surf team has expanded to include experienced middle school surfers.
Surf’s up: Surf team expands to experienced middle school surfers
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
This image features a few album covers of certain tracks on my perfect autumn playlist. Covers include Fiona Apples classic, Tidal, and Ethel Cains Preachers Daughter. (Graphic Illustration by Siena Ferraro).
The perfect autumn playlist to maximize coziness all season long
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
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
This image features a few album covers of certain tracks on my perfect autumn playlist. Covers include Fiona Apples classic, Tidal, and Ethel Cains Preachers Daughter. (Graphic Illustration by Siena Ferraro).
The perfect autumn playlist to maximize coziness all season long
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
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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Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor

Cadence Callahan first joined the Oracle as a Staff Reporter in 2019 and was Voices Editor in 2022. She was on the Executive Board of Best Buddies and the Black Student Union. Cadence graduated in 2023.

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Depicted is a girl listening to music. Throughout high school, music has been a significant factor in my growth. For my final piece for The Oracle, I’d like to highlight a few significant musicians and songs that have been a constant in my life. (Graphic Illustration by Maia Alvarez)

Commentary: High school experience as told through music

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 18, 2023
Editors Rose Sarner (23) and Maia Alvarez (24) edit articles during class. Since NPR and other publications have ceased posting on Twitter, our editorial board has thought a lot about our presence on the platform.

[Photo] Editorial: Our presence on Twitter

May 14, 2023
Senior Lucy Lassman writes words such as voice and echo on her own portrait to capture her Archer experience. Starting in February, seniors Sophie Altemus, Olivia Torrington and Mia Makower began working on completing every senior class members portraits.

Parting portraits: Seniors work on portraits of graduating class

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
April 18, 2023
Nawi, Nanisca and Amenza stand together after prevailing in the final battle of the film. The Woman King is a historical epic that follows the Agojie, an all-female unit of soldiers in Africa.

Review: ‘The Woman King’ deserves more praise

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
April 17, 2023
This image depicts characters Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie Williams (Bella Ramsey) from the live-action The Last of Us series. I am an avid watcher and enjoyer of post-apocalyptic media, and I bonded with my cousin over the genre. 

Zombodie that I used to know

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 17, 2023
Decorations, goodie bags and instructions for the self-love bingo are presented in the Tia Palermo library. The librarians hosted a Valentine’s Day celebration after school Feb. 14.

Librarians host ‘self-love’ bingo for Valentine’s Day

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 22, 2023
Junior Maia Alvarez recites her selected poem for upper school students and judges. Archer’s upper school students gathered in the dining hall for Poetry Out Loud presentations Monday, Jan. 9.

Asomugha wins schoolwide Poetry Out Loud competition, advances to regionals

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
January 16, 2023
This promotional image features characters Claire Debella, Whiskey, Miles Bron, Lionel Toussaint and Birdie Jay who are all witnesses to a shocking revelation. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery is comical murder-mystery featuring an ensemble cast of eccentric characters. This film premiered on Netflix Dec. 23 and is available for streaming.

Review: ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ is full of layers

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
January 8, 2023
The Black Panther mask symbolizes heroism and strength. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is the sequel to Black Panther and was released in theaters Nov. 11. The film grapples with themes surrounding overcoming grief and coming-of-age.

Review: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is an honorable sequel

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
December 12, 2022
This sign placed on Nurse McNabs office door informs students of her whereabouts. Recently, theres been an increase in student absences within the Archer community due to the spread of viruses such as COVID-19. 

Community experiences influx of absences due to illness

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 30, 2022
Seniors Sydney Frank and Rose Sarner congratulate each other after a match against Buckley Oct. 18. After a successful season, the varsity tennis team advances to the CIF Division II playoffs, as well as individual playoffs.

Varsity tennis players reflect on undefeated league season, playoffs

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 15, 2022
This collage features promotional images from various Netflix true crime documentaries. With the recent release of Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, Ive thought a lot about our societys consumption of true crime television, podcasts and videos.

Op-Ed: Consumers’ obsession with true crime is problematic, insensitive

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
October 17, 2022
This drawing features a book bag and the phrases hardening and softening. There have been discussions on whether school environments should be hardened or softened as the number of school shootings in our nation keeps rising.

Op-Ed: “Hardening” schools isn’t the solution, it’s the problem

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
October 14, 2022
I found myself researching the situation after the multitude of articles The New York Times published on the resignation of previous Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez. Martinez and three of her colleagues are being demanded to resign by the public after a leaked audio of racist comments against Black and Indigenous communities in Los Angeles was posted on the online platform, Reddit.

[Photo] Op-Ed: City Council’s leaked audio emphasizes need to address colorism in Latino community

October 14, 2022
Buses arrive promptly at 3:00 p.m. to pick up students at the end of the school day. Archer has been working with Tumbleweed Transportation for over 10 years to provide buses to all of its students.

Students readjust to bus routes, reflect on ‘sense of community’

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
September 30, 2022
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[Photo] Eliza Tiles

September 13, 2022
Paulina DePaulo

[Photo] Paulina DePaulo

September 13, 2022
Nyah Fernandez (22), Vaughan Anoai (22), Thea Leimone (22), Chloe Fidler (22) and Gracie Doyle (22) embrace each other during their celebration in one of their final classes. The former editors reflected on their time writing for The Oracle and the life lessons they learned along the way.

Graduating editors reflect on experience writing for The Oracle, discuss “bittersweet feeling”

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 27, 2022
After a busier shift than normal, my apron would be covered with splatters of various creams, caramels and syrups. Throughout my time working at Starbucks, I have experimented with numerous ingredients and have discovered some of the best matcha-incorporated beverages.

Best matcha drinks, flavor combinations from a Starbucks barista

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 23, 2022
Swimmers Thea Leimone (’22), Chloe Resnick (’24), Amelia Hines (’24) and Lacey Thompson (’24) compete in the CIF Division 2 finals in Mission Viejo May 6. This was the team’s first time competing in the event. “Even though it was about results — and that’s what you’ll see in the weekly emails — the biggest part of the swim season is being together and being a part of a team,” Hines said.

Archer swimmers compete in CIF Division 2 finals, place 10th out of 50 schools

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 22, 2022
A sign posted in front of the Tia Palermo library informs students of Advanced Placement Exams taking place inside. Junior and senior students began taking the AP Exams May 2, a set of annual assessments administered by The College Board. These will be the last set of exams enforced by Archer as the school plans to phase out Advanced Placement courses and assessments next school year.

Students prepare for annual Advanced Placement Exams, reflect on last time testing

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 15, 2022
Janine Teagues (Quinta Brunson) engages with her students in the classroom. Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary that focuses on the trials and tribulations of a group of hard-working teachers at an underfunded public school.

Review: ‘Abbott Elementary’ takes a ‘new-school’ approach to network television

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
April 28, 2022
Meilin Lee (Rosalie Chiang), Miram (Ava Morse), Priya (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) and Abby (Hyein Park) pose after singing a song from their favorite boy band 4-TOWN. Disneys latest animation Turning Red follows 13-year-old Meilin Lee as she explores her ability to transform into a red panda. The film was released on Disney Plus March 11.

Review: ‘Turning Red’ encourages viewers to ’embrace the beast within’

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
April 24, 2022
Literature & board member Lily Kerner (22) welcomes guests to Archers annual Literature &... Conference. The conference featured over 20 student-led presentations that dissected various works of literature.

‘Geeking out over literature’: Archer hosts annual Literature &… Conference

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 24, 2022
Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Ava DuVernay, Simone Biles and Toni Morrison are depicted above. The month of March is recognized in the United States as Womens History Month, and in this piece, I wanted to highlight a handful of women I found inspirational and influential.

Commentary: Five trailblazing, inspirational Black women

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 19, 2022
Archers varsity swim team competes in a meet Feb. 24. The team competed in the Liberty League meet, which was held at Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Pool. A lot of us are really really good swimmers so we did really well in the meet and that was fun, junior Paulina DePaulo said.

‘It feels like you’re flying’: Varsity swimmers reflect on start of season

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 12, 2022
Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle pose as their characters in their hulu original series PEN15. The show follows Erskine and Konkle as they depict fictionalize versions of their middle school selves.

Review: ‘PEN15’ transports viewers back to their embarrassing middle school years

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 2, 2022
A photo of me when I was in the first grade. This is before I began to get box braids and still wore traditional cornrows with beads. This was a hairstyle I wore for the majority of my childhood.

Commentary: Locs of love

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 18, 2022
Junior PAWS mentors Lily Propkop and Sofia Woodard work on assignments during their tutoring session on Jan. 25. PAWS is a tutoring program for all Archer students. The sessions are held Monday through Thursday from 3:15-5:15 in room 151.

PAWS tutoring program is more than a ‘homework club’

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 8, 2022
College banners hang on the wall of Archer’s admissions hallway and represent the various institutions Archer alumni have attended. Juniors are working with college guidance counselors to begin the process by attending informational presentations and scheduling one-on-one meetings with their counselors. 

College kickoff: Juniors begin college process

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 5, 2022
Junior Cadence Callahan shows the back of her curly hair. I love my curls because they’re beautiful, Callahan said. My hair defines me and is so important to me because there was once a time where Black people were ridiculed for their hair, and wearing my hair in its natural state is a rejection of Eurocentric beauty standards.

[Photo] ‘Never let fear stop you from taking chances’: Cadence Callahan wins ‘Best High Impact Film’ award for film ‘Hair Care’

March 17, 2022
Encanto is a Disney animated musical-comedy, and follows Mirabel Madrigal on her journey to save her familys magic and home. This film features amazing music with impactful messages for kids of all ages to enjoy.

Review: ‘Encanto’ is charming and features unforgettable hits

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
January 22, 2022
On Dec. 9. Archers Executive Board of Advocacy and Diversity presented a video showcasing members of the community and their winter holiday celebrations. The video was presented in the form of a news broadcast and featured both students and faculty.

Community celebrations: EBAD presents on various winter holiday celebrations

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
December 16, 2021
Cardboard boxes labeled for each grade level are placed in the front hallway for students to leave their donations. On Friday, Dec. 3, the food drive hosted by The Artemis Center officially began. The Artemis Center partnered with the Westside Food Bank and students can donate canned goods, boxed cereal and more until Dec. 10.

Giving back: Artemis Center hosts holiday food drive

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
December 7, 2021
Alejandra Cortes (24), Lily Dembo (24), Shayaan Gandhi (25) and Chloe Hayden (24), all members of Archer’s robotics team, The Muses, work on their robot at their first competition. The meet was held on Sunday, Nov. 21 at the YULA Boys High School.

Battle Bots: Robotics team competes in first meet, reflects on first semester

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 30, 2021
A delicious bowl of mac and cheese sits on the kitchen counter. The meal isnt homemade, but it is a close second to the mac and cheese my mother makes for my family every Thanksgiving.

Commentary: A love letter to mac and cheese

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 29, 2021
Middle school swimmers huddle together in the pool before an event. The Middle school swim team participated in and won the 2021 Pacific Basin League Championship, which was held on Nov. 7 at The Culver City Municipal Plunge pool. The meet started at 4 p.m. and ended at 6:39 p.m.

Prevailing in the pool: Middle school swim team wins Pacific Basin League Championship

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 15, 2021
Liora Ginzburg from Salphie Sekayan’s mentorship group sits with a pumpkin on her head after being “pumpkin’d as part of a game being played by the sophomore class. During the final week of October, the sophomore class played a game of Hot Pumpkin, a take on the game Assassin. This game was one of the many Halloween festivities taking place on Archers campus.

‘Pumpkin’d’: Sophomore class plays Hot Pumpkin, a take on the game Assassin

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
November 2, 2021
Dean of Student Life, Equity and Inclusion Samantha Hazell-OBrien and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Resource Coordinator Elana Goldbaum present a video to Upper School students regarding costume selection and cultural appropriation. Middle School students watched the video on Oct. 19.

Appropriation vs. appreciation: Archer administrators present on Halloween costumes, cultural appropriation

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
October 29, 2021
Students stand behind booths promoting their club at Archers annual club fair. The club fair was held on Sept. 24 and since then a variety of clubs are well underway. New and old clubs are experiencing in-person meetings for the first time since the return to campus.

Club spotlights: New and old clubs in full effect since Club Fair

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
October 26, 2021
Graphics such as this hang around campus and were posted on StuCo social media platforms, informing students of the revived StuCo event. First Fridays is a celebration held in the courtyard on the first Friday of the month. During these celebrations, a table is set up with free food, StuCo plays music and everyone dances.

‘First Fridays’: Revived Student Council event aims to unite grades

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
October 8, 2021
Sixth grade students, Lily Bratman, Kate Rheinheimer, Arissa Lalani, Farah Sandoval and Caroline Muldaur sit outside on the front lawn to enjoy their lunch. Along with a number of specialized protocols for unvaccinated students, eating lunch on the front lawn is a requirement for sixth graders and any unvaccinated seventh graders.

COVID control: Specialized COVID-19 protocols implemented for unvaccinated students

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
September 25, 2021
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[Photo] Lizette Gonzalez

September 2, 2019
This illustration depicts two teachers of color in a classroom with eager students. As of now 23% of Archers faculty identify a POC. Digital illustration: Molly Solowitz.

‘It would just be nice to see someone who looked like me’: Community members reflect on Archer diversity

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
June 6, 2020
These are some of the pieces Azrialy has made in her free time.

From Arabic to art: Community explores new hobbies during quarantine

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 18, 2020
A promotional photo for the Netflix original Never Have I Ever. The first season of the show premiered on April 27.

Review: Netflix’s ‘Never Have I Ever’ perfectly captures high school adolescence in a unique way

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
May 18, 2020
Ninth graders hike through the Arizona wilderness on the 2018 freshman Arrow Week expedition. This years trip was cancelled due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus.

Ninth grade Arrow Week trip canceled due to coronavirus (COVID-19)

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 20, 2020
One of Netflixs promotional photos for the launch of season two. The show follows Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) on his hunt for love.

Review: Anyone could be watching ‘YOU,’ season 2

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
March 19, 2020
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Lit &… Conference postponed due to coronavirus (COVID-19)

By Lizette Gonzalez and Cadence Callahan
March 18, 2020
Freshman Annabelle Terner sits alone while scrolling through Instagram. Instagram creates pressure to appear a certain way; however, removing likes would help alleviate some of the stress teenage girls can feel surrounding the app.

Op-Ed: Removing Instagram likes would boost girls’ self esteem

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 28, 2020
The middle school soccer team plays a game against Crossroads on Jan. 14. The game took place on campus and the team lost.

‘Spirited’, ‘enthusiastic’ middle school soccer team worked on teamwork and goals during their season

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
February 13, 2020
The Archer panther performs at the pep rally held in dining hall. The pep rally was held Nov. 20 for all fall sport athletes.

Pep rally promotes ‘connection’, ‘community’ among athletes, students

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
January 16, 2020
Students gather around the YA Fiction Club booth at the annual club fair. The club fair is held annually in the courtyard in September and spans one lunch period.

Club leaders learn organizational skills, aim to ‘start conversations’

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
December 14, 2019
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