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Senior Olivia Jarvie presents her project about the effects of snail slime on chronic wound healing. Judges Max Ezin and Lynn Bresnahan grade her presentation and research skills. Student scientists in Archers research classes used the symposium as an opportunity to showcase the projects that they had been working on all year.
Worms healing wounds, devices fighting fires: STEM Symposium features Los Angeles student scientists
These panels depict the layout of the annex where Anne Frank and her family hid and the desk where Anne wrote her diary. Im a very visual person, so to be able to see the exact locations, in combination with someone talking about their own experience and giving tours, was probably my favorite part, Landers said.
Archer hosts ‘Anne Frank: A History for Today,’ student tour guides have ‘impactful’ experience
Student Body President Langdon Janos (22) introduces the commencement speaker, Hannah Minghella. The Class of 2022 had their in person graduation Friday, May 27, at the Skirball Cultural Center.
Seniors graduate, have ‘symbolic ending’ to Archer experience
Rising seventh and eighth graders elected Autumn Walker (27) to be the middle school president for the 2022-2023 school year. They also elected Hana Cho (27) and Sherry Zhang (27) as class representatives.
Middle, upper school Student Council members share goals, excitement for next year
Sophomore Camila Blank sprays seventh grader Nicole Svendsen after moving during a game of Red LIght, Green Light. To commence Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, APSU hosted a celebration on May 16 where students could participate in games and enjoy food from different Asian cultures. Its no small thing to consume Asian and Asian American media and make an Asian presence in the media more common and more mainstream, Fester said. Whether thats music or movies or books, its a really big thing to increase exposure.
‘Not just one Asian tradition’: APSU hosts game-filled celebration for AAPI Month 
The journey of Archers Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The journey of Archer’s Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
Sophomores Kayla Bruce, Audrey Chen, Maddie Lundberg and Sophie Paul laugh after their friend made a joke. Bruce said she was lucky to have found friends who care for her and are able to talk about anything.
‘In a room full of people, you might feel alone’: What does it mean to belong?
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”
Former Oracle Editor-in-Chief Cybele Zhang (18) reads the newspapers mission statement during the 2018 editorial board induction ceremony. Zhang served as Sports Editor and Editor-in-Chief during her time on staff.
Archer publications’ alumni reflect on their time on staff, share skills, lessons they learned
Members of the junior class pose for a photo during their Arrow Week trip in Wyoming. The expenses for this excursion are included within the Flexible Tuition program.
Flexible Tuition program reduces barriers to entry, students hope for servery coverage in future
Eighth grade dancers perform their student choreographed dance in the historic courtyard during lunch. Student choreographers had creative freedom as they choose their costumes, music and dancers.
Movement, music and memories: Archer presents Festival of Dance 
Seniors Emily Cadenas and Naobi Benjamin pose with their flowers to commence the opening of their art gallery. “Character Development” opened Wednesday, March 30, at the Eastern Star Gallery and highlighted their joint artwork about their growth as POC women. “Working with Emily  — she’s one of my best friends, so it’s cool to have a best friend who will encourage you and help you,” Benjamin said. “Our gallery was really successful because we have that trust and connection as well.”
‘Character Development’ in progress: Senior art show explores ‘space of transformation’
Junior Georgia Ehrlich sits with many hands around her face, which highlights the experiences and feelings humans share. Ehrlich’s show “Sentinent” will be shown Wednesday, June 8, at the Electric Lodge Theater. 
Q & A with dancer, writer, producer Georgia Ehrlich
Junior Mia Ronn performs the poem, The World is About to End and My Grandparents are in Love, by Kara Jackson. I think [the poem] is so relevant and impactful. It feels like the news is constantly overwhelming our generation, Ronn said. With COVID we havent especially gotten the same sort of teenage experience and all of the things that we sort of hoped to experience. I think were in a place of wondering what our lives are going to look like.Ronn originally won the school contest of the Poetry Out Loud competition last year in December and has now advanced to nationals as one of the top nine finalists.
Q & A with Poetry Out Loud finalist Mia Ronn
The falafel pita, served with perfectly fried falafel, red cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, cucumbers, tahini, and hummus. A deliciously classic falafel pita.
Column: A Meating Point and an ending point
Eighth grade dancers perform their student choreographed dance in the historic courtyard during lunch. Student choreographers had creative freedom as they choose their costumes, music and dancers.
Movement, music and memories: Archer presents Festival of Dance 
Seniors Emily Cadenas and Naobi Benjamin pose with their flowers to commence the opening of their art gallery. “Character Development” opened Wednesday, March 30, at the Eastern Star Gallery and highlighted their joint artwork about their growth as POC women. “Working with Emily  — she’s one of my best friends, so it’s cool to have a best friend who will encourage you and help you,” Benjamin said. “Our gallery was really successful because we have that trust and connection as well.”
‘Character Development’ in progress: Senior art show explores ‘space of transformation’
Junior Georgia Ehrlich sits with many hands around her face, which highlights the experiences and feelings humans share. Ehrlich’s show “Sentinent” will be shown Wednesday, June 8, at the Electric Lodge Theater. 
Q & A with dancer, writer, producer Georgia Ehrlich
Junior Mia Ronn performs the poem, The World is About to End and My Grandparents are in Love, by Kara Jackson. I think [the poem] is so relevant and impactful. It feels like the news is constantly overwhelming our generation, Ronn said. With COVID we havent especially gotten the same sort of teenage experience and all of the things that we sort of hoped to experience. I think were in a place of wondering what our lives are going to look like.Ronn originally won the school contest of the Poetry Out Loud competition last year in December and has now advanced to nationals as one of the top nine finalists.
Q & A with Poetry Out Loud finalist Mia Ronn
This poster shows the main characters, Stephen Strange and Wanda Maximoff, from the film Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, which was released in theaters May 6. In its first weekend in theaters, the movie grossed $185 million domestically and $265 million internationally, according to Collider.
Review: ‘Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness’ mixes horror, magic, action
The falafel pita, served with perfectly fried falafel, red cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, cucumbers, tahini, and hummus. A deliciously classic falafel pita.
Column: A Meating Point and an ending point
11 Madison Parks summer salad highlights all different types, colors and shapes of tomatoes. This was one of my favorite dishes at 11 Madison Park because of how fresh each ingredient included is.
Review: 11 Madison Park’s new plant-based menu has transformed fine dining
The pork (left), chicken (middle) and brisket (right) tacos in all of their glory. They are served with a charred green pepper that gives each taco a nice kick of spice.
Column: Gochu Gang: A Korean-Mexican fusion dream
The Surf and Turf burger is topped with a whole fried lobster tail, crispy onions, lettuce and a perfectly toasted bun. This was definitely the star of the menu and worth every penny.
Column: Surf and turf, burger style
Claire Leimone poses will a Trader Joes reusable bag filled with grocery items. On top of their fantastic food and welcoming stores, Trader Joes provides recyclable and reusable bags.
An ode to Trader Joe’s
Track and field team members Coco Takessian (28), Nissara Shah (28) and Mia Goldberg (28), get in their positions to start running in a track event at Brentwood School April 20. It is a really tiring sport, but I love the team so much, Farah Sandoval (28) said. We all were equally exhausted and worn out, so [the team] all had fun and joked about it after.
Pride and progress: Middle school track and field team reflects on season
The middle school purple tennis team celebrates after finishing as runner-ups at the Pacific Basin League Finals with Head Coach Paula Feignbaum and Assistant Coach Sydney Streimer.  “Wanting to see your teammates succeed, you’re not really focused on yourself,” Sepalla said. “There was a little bit of anxiety surrounding going into the finals because I don’t think anyone had ever done anything like that before. But, when we got there, we knew that our nerves would settle because we were there together. We weren’t on our own.” 
Swings and wins: Middle school tennis runner-up in PBL finals and Individuals Championships 
Junior Treasure Brown throws the shot put as she competes in the event. Varsity track and field went to Harvard Westlake Wednesday, March 23, to compete in this league meet. The team consistently placed top three in their league meets and are the 2022 Liberty League Champions.
Trophies and triumphs: Varsity track and field finishes spring season
Elle Vandewhege (26) serves a ball at a beach volleyball scrimmage against Windward School. Her partner, Similce Diesel (26), was prepared to return the opponents ball.
Pilot beach volleyball program engages middle school athletes post-pandemic
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
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
Thousands gather in Downtown Los Angeles May 14th to protest the preliminary decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, a set precedent. The choice by the Supreme Court is evidence of dangerous continued attacks on the most vulnerable.
Column: Speak out, speak now
This graphic depicts posters for several documentaries and films that I chose, exploring various topics highlighting influential women. I hope you find inspiration from this selection of films and engaging content. Graphic illustration curated with promotional film, tv show and documentary images.
Spirited six: Feminist films to empower, inspire over summer
I frequently find myself searching for summer playlists but none are ever perfect. I have attempted to curate the ultimate summer playlist full of joyful music.
Magnetic music: Dance-worthy playlist perfect for summer
News headlines of three school shootings, including the mass shooting last week at Robb Elementary school. In a nation frequently grieving from school shootings, is time we, the students, answer the question, What makes us feel safe?
Editorial: What makes us feel safe?
Thousands gather in Downtown Los Angeles May 14th to protest the preliminary decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, a set precedent. The choice by the Supreme Court is evidence of dangerous continued attacks on the most vulnerable.
Column: Speak out, speak now
The class of 2022 stands in front of their grade door during Color Wars. The hardest goodbye I will ever have to say is to those I call my family. The past four years have been nothing short of a roller coaster, and I could not imagine my life without each and every person in my grade.
Column: My final farewell
Students gather around tables in the courtyard to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Whether they were eating Asian snacks or playing games, everyone pitched in to celebrate.
Column: My story to tell
My friends and I attended a march in downtown Los Angeles protesting for our reproductive rights on May 14. The thousands of faces marching alongside me was a reminder that women are so much stronger and powerful than any outrageous law. We will win this.
Column: How you become a woman
There are quite literally two Oscar awards for the same achievements, one for a man and the other for a woman. In a world of progress, change and steps towards gender equality, the annual Oscars event feels stuck in time. When men and women are handed different awards for the same job, it’s sending the message that their work is somehow unequal. The separation of men and women needs to be shifted to the separation of genres, so everyone is given a chance in the spotlight.
Column: It’s genre, not gender
News headlines of three school shootings, including the mass shooting last week at Robb Elementary school. In a nation frequently grieving from school shootings, is time we, the students, answer the question, What makes us feel safe?
Editorial: What makes us feel safe?
My first photo from the 2018-2019 Oracle staff. This photo was on the lanyard I wore when I reported. Since my first year writing for The Oracle, I have held positions as a Staff Reporter, Cultures Editor and Features Editor. 
Commentary: So long, Pub Lab
On Friday, April 30, seniors gathered on the stairs of the veranda to celebrate their accomplishments and acceptances to college. This day, for me, was filled with so much joy and excitement for each one of my classmates because it really showed off all the hard work that we put into our years at Archer.
Op-Ed: A letter to juniors
This illustration shows me thanking the Voices section. After two years of being the Voices Editor, I am more than grateful that I had this opportunity.
Commentary: Thank you, Voices section
Graduating Editor-in-Chief Vaughan Anoai poses for her kindergarten graduation photos (top left) and smiles in her Archer polo during her first day of senior year. After seven years at Archer, Anoai reflected on her journey through middle and high school, more specifically what her role as Editor-in-Chief meant to her.
Letter from the Editor: And that’s all she wrote
This graphic depicts posters for several documentaries and films that I chose, exploring various topics highlighting influential women. I hope you find inspiration from this selection of films and engaging content. Graphic illustration curated with promotional film, tv show and documentary images.
Spirited six: Feminist films to empower, inspire over summer
I frequently find myself searching for summer playlists but none are ever perfect. I have attempted to curate the ultimate summer playlist full of joyful music.
Magnetic music: Dance-worthy playlist perfect for summer
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
A group of seventh grade students sit in the sun on the front lawn during lunch. The group originally began sitting there when one of them decided to use the drain cover as a makeshift table. 
Lunch time opinions: Students share favorite spots around campus
Claire Leimone poses will a Trader Joes reusable bag filled with grocery items. On top of their fantastic food and welcoming stores, Trader Joes provides recyclable and reusable bags.
An ode to Trader Joe’s
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
Letter to the Editor: Inspirational advocates have advice for you
Letter to the Editor: Inspirational advocates have advice for you
The journey of Archers Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The journey of Archer’s Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The Scoop S2 Ep3 - The Scoop on Hestias Flame, Archers Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep3 – The Scoop on Hestia’s Flame, Archer’s Yearbook
Planaria and Parkinsons Disease: Four student scientists place at California State Science Fair
Planaria and Parkinson’s Disease: Four student scientists place at California State Science Fair
Graduating seniors from the Oracle Staff, Sports Editor Gracie Doyle, Editor-in-Chief Vaughan Anoai and Features Editor Thea Leimone, show off their college spirit together. I think from here on, its only exciting things, Doyle said. We have a really, really fun end of the year. We get to participate in all these traditions. Then we have summer, which is always fun, and then freshman year [of college], which is so exciting and new. But Im really ready for the next chapter.
Pennants, pizza, photos: Seniors celebrate National College Decision Day
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 - The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 – The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep3 - The Scoop on Hestias Flame, Archers Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep3 – The Scoop on Hestia’s Flame, Archer’s Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 - The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 – The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-OBrien
The Scoop S2 Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-O’Brien
The Scoop S1 Ep 6 – Colonialism, Capitalism and Carbon Emissions
The Scoop S1 Ep 5 - #COVID19: Archer teen volunteers for adolescent Pfizer trial
The Scoop S1 Ep 5 – #COVID19: Archer teen volunteers for adolescent Pfizer trial
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Charlotte Tragos became an Oracle columnist in 2020. Her column focuses on politics during and after Trump and Trumpism. She has a liberal bend and writes about the evolving political landscape and is interested in the shared values that can bring Americans back together.

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Thousands gather in Downtown Los Angeles May 14th to protest the preliminary decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, a set precedent. The choice by the Supreme Court is evidence of dangerous continued attacks on the most vulnerable.

Column: Speak out, speak now

June 4, 2022
Stickers line the outside of my kitchen window promoting pride and transgender visibility. There are many ways to uplift transgender show your support for the transgender community following March 31.

Column: Transgender visibility: A continual effort

May 2, 2022
Juniors Dani Fenster and Uma Bajaj hold up a sign while marching at the Youth Climate Strike Los Angeles. The strike took place March 25 in Downtown Los Angeles, and Archer students were granted excused absences for attending.

[Photo] Editorial: The immeasurable value of administrative support for climate activism

April 24, 2022
Ukrainians protest against Russias invasion and attack on their sovereign nation. The world has responded to the insane agression by the Russian dictator.

Column: Banning oil from the oligarchy: Necessary damage

March 22, 2022
In the Archer library a pillar reading honesty is placed above shelves of books. Libraries and schools have been forced to ban books that local boards disapprove of.

Column: They’re burning books, let’s buy them

March 1, 2022
Lady justice holds an even scale. Criminal justice inequalities show how the scale of justice is not equal.

Column: Restorative justice: A service-oriented healing response to harm

January 26, 2022
Pro-choice advocates gather outside of Missouris one Planned Parenthood. If Roe V. Wade is overturned, more than half of states will criminally prosecute abortion.

Column: After Roe, Griswold?

December 14, 2021
Netflix workers and members of the entertainment industry gather to protest Netflixs protection of Dave Chappelle. The media giant has chosen to side with the comedian following backlash about anti-transgender comments he makes in his special.

Column: Tell a joke, Dave Chapelle

November 15, 2021
The congressional building is quiet months after Jan. 6. The insurrection occurred after Trump supporters stormed the capitol.

Column: The people versus Trumpism

October 10, 2021
A truck sponsored by Plan C drives around rural Texas before the abortion ban. Plan C has been providing telemedicine resources for women to access abortions.

Column: Plan B failed; what’s Plan C?

September 23, 2021
The California sample voter ballot provides a sample of the September ballot question. The California recall election is being described as unconstitutional by legal scholars under the US Constitution and California State Constitution.

Column: Vote no; Constitutional corruption in California election

September 6, 2021
Joe Biden smiles for his official White House Portrait. The Biden administration has been in office for more than 100 days.

Column: 100 days later

May 27, 2021
Lieutenant Donald Glenn Droz (right) poses with his crew on board his Navy ship in Vietnam. Droz was killed in battle on Apr 12, 1969, at 25 years old, leaving behind a wife, Judith Droz Keyes, and three-month-old daughter, Tracy Droz Tragos, whom he only met once.

Column: We need to ban military assault weapons

May 6, 2021
A computer screen lights up with news articles surrounding New York Governor Andrew Cuomos sexual misconduct allegations. Cuomo currently has seven accusers.

Column: Resign, Governor Cuomo

March 14, 2021
The United States Capitol building stands after a violent insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021, that killed 5 and injured more than 140. Donald Trump has been impeached for his role in inciting the insurrection.

Column: ‘Cancel Culture’ to the rescue: A response to the president’s exoneration

February 21, 2021
Over 159,000,000 votes were cast in the 2020 election. This tally marks a record-high number of ballots cast in a presidential election and the highest voter turnout since the 1900s.

Column: My experience as a poll-watcher

January 6, 2021
After hours of volunteering as a poll observer on election day, Nov. 3rd, Charlotte Tragos captures a photo of the voting site in Las Vegas, Nevada. “[Dani and I] were eating marshmallows in the trunk of the car while watching the voters outside the site,” Tragos said while recalling the moment she took the photo.

[Photo] Sophomores Charlotte Tragos, Dani Fenster volunteer as poll observers in 2020 presidential election

December 10, 2020
Donald Trump and Mike Pence take the stage at an event in Washington D.C. Trump was previously diagnosed with COVID-19 and therefore cancelled the second debate on Oct. 15.

Column: The unpresidential debate

October 18, 2020
The statue of sixteenth president Abraham Lincoln sits in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The Lincoln Project was founded by eight individuals including a Washington Post contributing columnist, George Conway and New York Times best selling author, Rick Wilson.

Column: How a diehard Democrat joined a Republican group

August 25, 2020
Seventh grade Arrow Week photo competition.

[Photo] 7th grade Arrow Week photo competition winner announced

May 3, 2018
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