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Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Hollyn Alpert (’28) runs while tossing blue powder into the air March 22. Students celebrated Holi on the back field and threw colored powder at each other at commemorate the new spring.  
A vibrant Holi-day: Holi celebration marks beginning of spring
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
Seniors Lacey Thompson and Laila Charles pour smoothies into cups for the “Guess the Smoothie” activity. The activity took place March 20 for the “Wild West vs. West Coast” Spirit Week theme day.
Spirit Week incorporates new, old themes during major assessment week
Freshman Milan Earl and sophomore Lucy Kaplan sit with their grandparents at Archer’s annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day Friday, March 15. The event took place over three 75-minute sessions.  “[I hope my grandparents] gain an understanding about what I do, Kaplan said, because I know they ask a lot of questions and can sort of see what I do in school and what the experience is like to be here.
Archer hosts annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day, students share school culture with loved ones
Associate Director of College Guidance Shalyn Tharayil works in her office in preparation for rising seniors college application season. Tharayil has worked with schools all over the world and reflected on her first year at Archer. I think the culture fit at Archer — the students, the teachers, our team — I just think I really fit well with the ethos of how we approach college counseling here, which is very holistic and very student-centered, Tharayil said.
Q&A with college guidance counselor on supporting students through journey of self-discovery
Four stuffed animals and one stuffed avocado are clustered on a bed. A New York Times article stated that stuffed animals help people cope with stress because of the comfort they provide.
More than toys: Stuffed animals’ calming effects on mental health
Maia Alvarez (’24), Allie Yang (’25) and Shae Killam (’27) pose with an award after their Western Bay Forensic League tournament. Their tournament took place at Harvard-Westlake School March 2. Photo provided by Maia Alvarez.
Q&A with speech and debate team captains on promoting positivity, friendship within team
Gabrielle Cain stands at her graduation in Naval Academy outfit. She graduated from flight school and became a Naval Aviator in 2023. Photo provided by Gabrielle Cain.
‘Unicorn’ in her field: Life in the military as a Black woman
A graphic illustration displays an individual speaking a world language with a native speaker via an online conversation platform. Upper school French and Spanish classes incorporated Boomalang, and upper school Chinese classes switched student groups at the National Taiwan University to help students practice their communication skills in the target language. (Graphic Illustration by Emily Paschall).
Beyond the classroom: World language classes utilize tutoring platforms, students become ‘open-minded citizens of the world’
There are sea anemones for days at Broad Beach, and, for some reason, the child in me cant help but get a closer look. This is just one of my favorite beaches in LA County that offers fun amenities and beautiful scenery you wont want to miss. Photo by Kate Hanney (25).
Review: My favorite beaches on LA County coast
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
Various reality TV shows that are available for streaming on Hulu are shown. There are several genres within reality TV, such as makeover and romance, which makes reality TV appealing to different audiences.
From ‘The Bachelor’ to ‘Love is Blind,’ reality TV is ‘entertaining,’ ‘comforting’ despite inherent artificiality
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
Various reality TV shows that are available for streaming on Hulu are shown. There are several genres within reality TV, such as makeover and romance, which makes reality TV appealing to different audiences.
From ‘The Bachelor’ to ‘Love is Blind,’ reality TV is ‘entertaining,’ ‘comforting’ despite inherent artificiality
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Cannon performs a line after getting upset with Alice during the tea party. The Mad Hatter then calmed down and joined the rest of the guests for the remainder of the scene. Stella Leland (‘26) played the knave and reflected on their favorite part of rehearsals. “What stands out a lot is always the first read-through of something. Whenever we do that at any production — some of us might have read this script beforehand — its the first time the show is seen with everyone,” Leland said. “Who they are, their characters and everything, and its the first time youre like, ‘Oh, I can tell whats going to happen now.’ Its just a nice moment.”
A ‘nonsensical’ journey: Upper school presents ‘Le Gallienne and Friebus’ Alice In Wonderland’
Annie Friedman (’24) and Malia Apor (’24) pose for a photo in front of the title wall for their Petals and Paths senior art show. Friedman and Apor are Advanced Study Ceramics students and chose to display pottery with themes of nature and family Wednesday, March 6. “I’m drawn to using one glaze called overglaze to make it more cohesive,” Friedman said. “I know Malia uses something called underglazing sometimes, and it’s cool that there’s multiple different ways.” 
Senior art show opening ‘Petals and Paths’ culminates themes of family, nature through ceramics
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
The bag customers at Sockerbit, a Swedish candy store, use to hold their delicious sweets is displayed. My favorites included their sour coke and lemon skulls and strawberry gummies.
Review: Sockerbit provides sweet escape into world of Swedish candy
Sweet Rose Creamery is shown above with its vibrant logo on display. The parlor makes a vast array of delicious flavors. 
Review: Sweet Rose Creamery has wonderfully versatile, delicious ice cream
Pastries and baked goods rest in the display case at Modern Bread & Bagel. Modern Bread & Bagel is a 100% gluten-free bakery that offers dishes and flavors from across the globe.
Review: Modern Bread & Bagel: Gluten-free has never tasted this good
The Apple Pan has a classic look and feel, with their slogan outlined on all of their signs: Quality Forever. Their classic Hickoryburger has a unique, smoky flavor that Ive never tasted before.
Review: The Apple Pan is an LA classic
The middle school softball team huddles together with head coach Bre Brown. The team has won all four of their games so far. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘They all have their own superpower’: Middle school softball team slides through beginning of season
A March Madness set-up displays multiple games and different teams merchandise. This years womens March Madness tournament, which started March 22 and concluded April 8, marked record-breaking viewership. Photo by Rebecca Lazarus.
March Madness: Students, athletic director discuss record-breaking viewership of NCAA women’s basketball
Eighth grader Andrea Fuentes pitches for the Archer middle school softball team at a home game against Brentwood School. Fuentes began playing softball when she was 4 and has pitched for the Archer team for the past three years.
Q&A with eighth grade pitcher of middle school softball team
Players on the varsity softball team gather on a field. Junior Avalon Garland said all of the positions, ranging from the pitcher to basemen, have to work together to create a strong team. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘We have to rely on each other’: Players on varsity softball depend on each other to succeed
I work on breaststroke technique in preparation for a league swim meet. My favorite aspect of meets is encouraging my teammates in their races. Photo by Wilma Wong.
Commentary: Defining my own success in the world of competitive swimming
These are promotional posters of films I want to rewatch before graduation. The films range from introspective, yet humorous, to nostalgic and lighthearted. Photo credits: Lady Bird poster courtesy of A24. Booksmart poster courtesy of Annapurna Pictures. 10 Things I Hate About You poster courtesy of
Witty, whimsical, wise: 6 films to watch before graduating
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
The candy aisle of a Target store represents the abundance of choices people have in our society on a day-to-day level, which can ultimately lead to decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is when you make poorer decisions due the exhaustion that comes from making a lot of previous decisions; I suggest combating it by decreasing the number of decisions you make per day, which leaves more mental energy for important choices.
Column: This or that? The problem of decision fatigue.
This image features a video of Andrew Tate’s entitled, “Outwork Everyone Else.” This photo represents how one might be sucked into his content, believing it to be empowering and motivational rather than the hateful rhetoric it truly is. It also illustrates how Tate markets his videos in an unassuming manner to draw in and indoctrinate new viewers.
Column: ‘Alpha Male Podcast Bros’ and the epidemic of misogyny
Celebrity names are connected by arrows to 4chan and Telegram logos. These are just some of the public figures who have been explicitly disfigured by AI on social platforms. (Graphic Illustration by Allie Yang)
Column: AI deepfakes denote deep consequences for all
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
The graphic illustration portrays a hand holding a heart, symbolizing a charitable nonprofit, next to a question mark. I have noticed a recent increase in youth-led nonprofit organizations, and I feel it is now more important than ever to consider the intentions behind their founding, which can affect the sustainability of such organizations in the long run. (Graphic Illustration by Melinda Wang)
Op-Ed: Passion should be the real foundation for student-led nonprofits
Freshmen Phoebe Gustafson and Lena Sakhnini look at their phones during lunch. Teens often find it hard to live without their phones on a daily basis. According to a Pew Research study, About three-quarters of teens (77%) say they use YouTube daily, while a smaller majority of teens (58%) say the same about TikTok.
Op-Ed: Charging your own battery
This photo was taken when my mom Tracy legally adopted me. We were surrounded by family and friends. Photo by Angelica Hernández.
Commentary: Growing up with an anonymous father
These are promotional posters of films I want to rewatch before graduation. The films range from introspective, yet humorous, to nostalgic and lighthearted. Photo credits: Lady Bird poster courtesy of A24. Booksmart poster courtesy of Annapurna Pictures. 10 Things I Hate About You poster courtesy of
Witty, whimsical, wise: 6 films to watch before graduating
My sister and I went to the Aquarium of the Pacific when we were younger. Entering an aquarium can feel like entering a new world. With the wondrous sea creatures and the unique habitats, there’s always more to explore. Photo by Lara Burnap.
Fun and fulfilling: 4 places to release your inner child
This image features four album covers from the highlighted, lesser-known artists I absolutely love. Covers include “Revealer” by Madison Cunningham and “Going Through It” by Eliza McLamb. Photo credits: “Revealer” album cover courtesy of Verve Label Group. “Going Through It” album cover courtesy of Royal Mountain Records. “Vienna (In Memoriam)” album cover courtesy of New Gold Medal. “Drunk on a Flight” album cover courtesy of AWAL Recordings.
4 favorites: Smaller, alternative musicians I can’t stop listening to
A collection of cut avocados rest on a cutting board. Using these avocados, I made a giant batch of guacamole for the Super Bowl Feb. 11.
The 4 best ways to eat an avocado (besides your basic avocado toast)
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
Letter to the Editor: Archers insufficient communication about Israel
Letter to the Editor: Archer’s insufficient communication about Israel
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
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
S4E9 - The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E8 - The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E8 – The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E7 - The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
S4E7 – The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
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Celeste Ramirez

Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor

Celeste Ramirez joined the Oracle as a columnist in 2017 and is now the Multimedia Editor. Her column focuses on diversity at Archer, highlighting the connection between her Latinx culture and life at Archer. Outside of publications, she serves as Co-President of Hermanas Unidas, and is on the Diversity Conference Student Leadership Team and Dance Leadership Team. She also enjoys doing community service and being a part of Mobile Science Camp and the Archer Ambassador program.

All content by Celeste Ramirez
Seniors Norah Adler and Addison Lee at the Global Climate Strike earlier this school year.

Photo Essay: Through the eyes of Addison Lee

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
May 21, 2020
An artistic illustration by senior Leslie Castaneda shows Celeste speaking to her younger self. The image portrays the reflective nature of her column, where she writes about what she has learned about identity during high school. After three years, this is her final addition to the Oracle.

Column: My complex relationship with Archer

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
May 21, 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
Members of the military register people at a COVID-19 Mobile Testing Center in Glenn Island Park, New Rochelle, Mar. 14, 2020. Members of the Army and Air National Guard from across several states have been activated under Operation COVID-19 to support federal, state and local efforts.

Breaking down COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) misinformation

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
April 14, 2020
Art pieces hang on the art hallway walls. Thirty Archer students were recognized by the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, the longest-running and most prestigious national program for teens in grades seven to 12.

30 Archer students recognized in Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
April 2, 2020
An artistic illustration by senior Leslie Castaneda depicts some of the many different skin tones that are present in the Latinx community. This column covers anti-blackness in the Latinx community, specifically after the controversy surrounding this years Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show featuring JLo and Shakira.

Column: Anti-blackness in the Latinx community

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
March 17, 2020
PJ the day away: Pajama Day exemplifies tradition, incorporates new features, Gonzalez says

PJ the day away: Pajama Day exemplifies tradition, incorporates new features, Gonzalez says

By Anna Brodsky and Celeste Ramirez
March 2, 2020

[Video] A changing game: Varsity basketball talks new coaches, players and leadership

February 26, 2020
#Askedandanswered: Impactful stories of 2019-2020

#Askedandanswered: Impactful stories of 2019-2020

By Anna Brodsky, Celeste Ramirez, Nyah Fernandez, and Jessica Jimenez
February 24, 2020
Senior Nia Mosby signs her National Letter of Intent to play Division 1 track and field at Princeton University. Mosby signed her letter alongside Archer varsity track and field coach Phil Smith and her parents, Potesia Perry and Anthony Mosby.

‘I will never forget this’: Nia Mosby signs letter of intent to run Division I track and field

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
February 23, 2020
An artistic illustration by senior Leslie Castaneda. The illustration depicts a person of color holding a literal card surrounded by many question marks, symbolizing how senior Celeste Ramirez grapples with the concept of a race card in this column.

Column: What even is a ‘race card’?

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
February 6, 2020
The Student Diversity Conference Leadership Team does their final run through before the Diversity Conference alongside some adult DEI team members.

Op-Ed: Why you should go to the Diversity Conference

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
January 28, 2020
Seventh grader Sydney Curry prepares for a performance of the Hot Chocolate Nutcracker in a dressing room. This year was the 10th anniversary of Debbie Allens adaptation of the original The Nutcracker and the Mouse King ballet. Curry, who has been dancing since she was two, has danced in the show for four years.

Sydney Curry performs in Debbie Allen’s ‘Hot Chocolate Nutcracker’

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
January 21, 2020
An artistic illustration by senior Leslie Castaneda. The illustration features a poster with the words Defend DACA, similar to the posters protestors have been holding up outside the White House. The illustration also has 22 candles like the ones used in the El Paso memorials. The candles commemorate the 22 lives lost.

Column: The immigration crisis is not just topic for political discussion

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
December 11, 2019
Senior Kimberly Tuxpan does homework in the library. This photo essay shows daily life at Archer through the eyes of Tuxpan, who has been at Archer since the sixth grade.

Photo Essay: Through the eyes of Kimberly Tuxpan

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
December 6, 2019
A promotional image for Netflixs When They See Us series. The four episode series was directed and co-written by Ava DuVernay and premiered on May 21, 2019.

Review: Ava DuVernay’s ‘When They See Us’ holds nothing back

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
December 4, 2019
Athletes, including sophomores Naya Ben-Meir and Vaughan Anoai and eighth grader Julissa Cach practice their sports. Varsity Tennis, Varsity and Middle School Volleyball, Cross Country and Middle School Swim were all affected by the Getty fire, which left many students evacuated from October 28 to October 31. Photos courtesy of Archer Athletics. Photo editing by Rio Hundley

Getty fire impacts athletes’ practice, game schedules

By Lizette Gonzalez, Rio Hundley, and Celeste Ramirez
November 14, 2019
The backdrop of the welcome and opening remarks ceremony on the first day of school. The backdrop was inspired by the Maypole, a spring tradition that takes place on May 1 every year. Sixth grade dean Lauren Sekula said seeing that backdrop on the first day of school made her excited for the spring tradition.

Beginnings: Back to school with sixth graders

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
October 27, 2019
The backdrop of the welcome and opening remarks ceremony on the first day of school. The backdrop was inspired by the Maypole, a spring tradition that takes place on May 1 every year. Sixth grade dean Lauren Sekula said seeing that backdrop on the first day of school made her excited for the spring tradition.

Endings: Back to school with seniors

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
October 27, 2019
The varsity cross country team, including senior Sophie Larbalestier, runs during an on campus practice. Larbalestier has been running cross country since the tenth grade and is team captain this year.

Q&A with varsity cross country captain: Sophie Larbalestier

By Lizette Gonzalez, Vaughan Anoa'i, and Celeste Ramirez
October 24, 2019
Seniors celebrate their first and last Color Clash in the Courtyard. The inaugural event split grades into two teams (red and black) to compete in a number of activities for spirit points.

[Photo] Color Clash: Student Council organizes ‘supportive,’ ‘competitive’ new event

By Rio Hundley, Features Editor
October 16, 2019
Executive Board Member Kelsey Thompson 20 rehearses for this years Night of Dance, Mirage, which explored twisted fairytales and reimagines characters like Hansel and Gretel, Peter Pan and Snow White.

[Photo] Dancers aim to present ‘Grimm’ interpretation of fairytales in annual show

By Rio Hundley, Features Editor
October 4, 2019

[Video] Students of color reflect on code-switching at Archer

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
June 7, 2019
Photographs of fellow seniors by Madison Dea with paint-designs by Megan Escobar hang on the wall in the Eastern Star Gallery on May 16 for Escobar and Daes senior art show entitled a dEtOUR tHrOuGh THe miNd. Escobar explains that the black and white portraits represent the restrictions of life and the paint and different figures represent the students creative space as artists.

Madison Dea, Megan Escobar take ‘a detour through the mind’ in collaborative senior art show

By Lola Lamberg and Celeste Ramirez
June 2, 2019
Class of 2019 prepares for life after Archer

Class of 2019 prepares for life after Archer

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
May 23, 2019
Junior Kimberly Tuxpan and freshman Mikalya Weinhouse, Cristina Fuentes-Alva and Presley Sacavitch at a softball game on April 23 against Rolling Hills Prep. This year, the varsity softball team only made it to the first round of playoffs but according to junior Victoria Pinkett, throughout all of the challenges the team faced, they fed off of each others success to have a “good” season.

Softball team ends season in first round of playoffs, experiences ‘personal growth’

By Nicki Rosenberg and Celeste Ramirez
May 22, 2019
Aniyah Shirehjini 21, Leslie Ignacio 21, Audrey Irvine 21, Kaiya Jefferson 21 and Addison Lee 21 visit the Museo de León. Fourteen students and two faculty members journeyed to Spain for a language immersion trip over spring break.

[Photo] Spain language immersion trip ‘amazing,’ ‘challenging’ experience

By Nicki Rosenberg and Molly Goldberg
May 30, 2019
Junior Anaya Thompson completes homework in the individual library cubbies during her free period. Many juniors described this year as stressful but are excited for what is to come.

Keep calm or stress on? Junior class reflects on school year

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
May 16, 2019
Eighth graders Uma Bajaj, Karen Pavliscak, Daisy Marmur, Genevieve Sieve, Sydney Frank, Juliet Katz, Zoe Woolenberg and Margaret Morris sit with Pavliscak on the front steps. Pavliscak is currently serving as Middle School director and Assistant Head of School and will assume the role of Associate Head at the beginning of July.

‘I am channeling my inner Archer girl’: Middle School Director, Assistant Head Pavliscak to become Associate Head

By Amelia Stone and Celeste Ramirez
May 15, 2019
Seniors Madison Tyler and Megan Escobar collaborate during a free period. Escobar and Tyler have been working together as a part of the student tech crew for various Archer productions since their freshman years. Madison is a little more on the creative side as in envisioning how things go together, piecing together things for the final product, Escobar said. Im more of the problem-solving type when it comes to tech things and show emergencies. Im good at quick thinking.

Senior tech crew members say goodbye to their ‘powerhouse techies’

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
May 12, 2019
A corner of the Eastern Star Gallery features Bea Freemans senior show. The gallery walls were filled with a collection of eleven portraits that explore themes of identity, individuality, and diversity, according to Freemans artist statement.

Bea Freeman, Sarah Traenkle exhibit portraiture, ceramic work in senior shows

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
April 25, 2019
Zahra Umoja performing in the Medusa: Goddess of Control dance at this years Odyssey-themed annual Night of Dance. Umoja has been dancing for five years and started off in various styles such as Jazz and Hip Hop.

Goddess of Versatility: Sophomore Zahra Umoja dances into the lead

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
April 18, 2019
Noa Wallock (22) runs to her team during 2018 Color Wars.

Color Wars postponed due to rain

By Liz Haltrecht and Celeste Ramirez
February 22, 2019
An artistic illustration by junior student-artist, Leslie Castaneda, of myself. This piece is a reflection of my specific experience as a student of color in the classroom.

Column: What it’s actually like being Latina in the classroom

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
February 14, 2019
Victoria Pinkett 20 teaches kids at Brockton Avenue Elementary about kinetic and potential energy. The Mobile Science Camp club at Archer teaches hour-long science lessons at Brockton Ave. once a month.

Mobile Science Camp strives to make STEM inclusive, accessible

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
February 3, 2019
An artistic illustration by Leslie Castaneda 20 shows how confusing and complex the topic of name pronunciation can be for people.

Column: Why would I mispronounce my name?

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
January 21, 2019
Emily Delossa 20, Marie Chorpita 19 and Ariel Heimanson 21 pose for a picture at a robotics competition. The team ranked third out of ten teams in the league during the meet.

Success & ‘Ruckus’: Robotics team places third in competition

By Celeste Ramirez and Liz Haltrecht
January 14, 2019
An artistic illustration by Leslie Castaneda 20 shows the diversity of skin colors in communities of color.

Column: Complexity of colorism in Latinx community

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
December 6, 2018
Art inside the Faculty and Staff art show in the Eastern Star Gallery. The exhibit featured everything from ceramics and paintings to poems and printed fabrics.

‘Beautiful little connections’: Archer revives faculty, staff art show

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
November 30, 2018
The Self Love Club has a discussion about Photoshop in our media. The club meets monthly and focuses on issues that impact self love.

Self Love Club discusses teenage insecurities in second meeting

By Celeste Ramirez and Liz Haltrecht
November 30, 2018
Sophomore Lexi Ben-Meir practices for an upcoming match. The experience has been amazing — better than I could have imagined, Ben-Meir said. Its like were all one big family.

Varsity tennis has ‘best season yet,’ players participate in CIFs

By Nicki Rosenberg and Celeste Ramirez
November 27, 2018
Students observe different hues of color on canvas by artist Meg Cranston. The girls talked with Cranston about which colored canvas they most strongly responded to.

Hue-man reaction: Students participate in focus group with artist Meg Cranston

By Lola Lamberg and Celeste Ramirez
November 16, 2018
Students listen to todays lunch performance by the Time Warp Trio. The group blends classical and modern styles.

Warp Trio performs ‘spin’ on classical music for Archer community

By Liz Haltrecht and Celeste Ramirez
November 8, 2018
Members of the Math Team play Set, a mathematical card game which consists of finding cards that are similar or different. These findings are based on four different variables: number, color, shading and shape. Its pretty tricky, but we have some great players, club leader Lola Wolf 19 said.

‘Mistakes are welcome’: Math Team plays games, participates in national exams

By Liz Haltrecht and Celeste Ramirez
October 26, 2018
The varsity volleyball team poses for a group photo. The team will advance to the second round of CIF playoffs.

Varsity volleyball wins first round of CIF playoffs

By Liz Haltrecht and Celeste Ramirez
October 18, 2018
An artistic representation demonstrates how Latina beauty can be diverse. Latinas come from many different ethnic backgrounds and should not be forced into one stereotype. Photo illustration by Leslie Castaneda 20

Column: We don’t all look like that – reinforced Latina beauty standards are harmful and unrealistic

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
October 16, 2018
Students line up to purchase snacks at the Snack Shacks opening.

Student Store Board puts ‘hard work on display’ at Snack Shack opening

By Liz Haltrecht and Celeste Ramirez
October 11, 2018
A promotional image of students at a Los Angeles walkout in 1968. Students demanded quality education and to be treated fairly. Image source: PBS.

Column: East L.A. Walkouts 50 Years Later

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
April 21, 2018
A promotional poster for the 1997 movie Selena. The biographical drama documents the like of Selena Quintanilla (Jennifer Lopez), a Mexican-American from Texas. Image source City of Abilene.

Column: Latinx in the Media

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
February 22, 2018
This is a picture I took with my group of friends to remind us about how beautiful we all are. This is obviously not the entire range of skin tones, but just a symbol of diversity and inclusivity.

Column: Change the Makeup Game

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
January 21, 2018
An art piece including me depicting mental illness. The work shows that someone may seem fine and not say anything, but internally they could have a range of emotions, making it hard to contain and fully function. Photo illustration by Miaya South 19.

Column: Ending the stigma around of mental health in the Latino community

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
November 15, 2017
Hundreds of protesters march during a pro-DACA protest. It was heartwarming to see how many people care about an issue I am passionate about. We took it to the streets, and we were so loud. We wanted people to hear us,” Angelica Gonzalez 20 said.

Column: Fighting for DACA

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
October 8, 2017
Victoria Pinkett, Anaya Nwachuku Thompson, Leslie Castaneda and me (all 20) work together on a project. Archers diversity has been an important part of my high school experience.

Column: Latina Girl in an Archer World

By Celeste Ramirez, Multimedia Editor
September 29, 2017
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