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

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

The Oracle
Francie Wallack

Francie Wallack, Features Editor

Francie Wallack joined The Oracle in 2022 and became the multimedia editor in 2023. In 2024 she returned as the features editor. Francie graduated in 2025.

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The 2024-2025 Student Council pose together for their yearbook group photo in the amphitheater. All four rising Executive Board members for the 2025-2026 school year previously held student council positions. Sara Salehi, Selah Johnson and Dakota Tooley were the junior representatives and Caroline Collis was on the Executive Board, alongside two seniors.

Q&A: Looking ahead: 2025-2026 Executive Board Talks Upcoming School Year

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
May 15, 2025
Altemus hangs up a photographed cut-out of a pink dog stuffed animal. Among the cut-out's are hand-crocheted stars which Altemus made to go along with the theme of moons. Altemus learned how to crochet over five years ago, and wanted to include this craft into the show.

With wonder and whimsy: Seniors create gallery show centered on childhood memories

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
March 19, 2025
The home page of "Isabella's World" is displayed on a computer screen alongside various objects. "Isabella's World" is a lifestyle blog run by senior Isabella Veckerelli that focuses on topics ranging from fashion to social media.

Inside ‘Isabella’s World’: Q&A with senior founder of lifestyle blog

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
March 2, 2025
Uniforms lay in the trunk of Artemis Center Board member Sophia Shin's car. These uniforms were collected as a part of the uniform drive which was aimed at rebuilding the uniform collections of community members impacted by the recent Los Angeles fires.

‘We’re all going to be okay’: Student-led uniform drive supports community after wildfires

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
February 4, 2025
Members from the senior class stand behind their table at the bake sale. Fa La La Friday took place Friday, Dec. 6, and was aimed at raising money for the junior and senior prom this April.

Fa La La Friday: Newly elected senior representatives plan their first event

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
December 16, 2024
A library goer at the Beverly Hills Public Library sits at a desk doing work. Many seniors among the class of 2025 have begun attending their local public libraries, embracing these spaces to complete work.

Within the book stacks: Seniors embrace working at local public libraries

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
December 14, 2024
Senior Charlie Clayton paints a mermaid using watercolors. This activity was a part of the "challenge-by-choice" workshops offered to all seniors during M&M time Nov. 18. The workshops were intended to provide a space for the seniors to destress amidst the stressors of senior year.

‘Time to laugh and decompress’: Seniors participate in ‘challenge-by-choice’ workshops

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
December 1, 2024
A rainbow pride pin sits beside the logo on an Archer uniform. Vivi Arnold ('26), is a board member on Archer's Gender Sexuality Alliance. Arnold played an integral role in planning the National Coming Out Day celebration.

‘Cool to be queer’: Archer celebrates National Coming Out Day

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
October 14, 2024
Cucumber craze: The fruit that has taken over the internet

Cucumber craze: The fruit that has taken over the internet

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
September 29, 2024
Album covers for Sabrina Carpenter's "Short n' Sweet," Charli xcx's "BRAT" and Chappell Roan's "The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess" are displayed side by side. These albums were some of the most influential albums of the summer. But what do these albums have in common? They are all female-made pop albums that took the summer by storm. (Photo sources: Amusement Records, Atlantic Records, Island Records)

Culture Commentary: Pop-girl summer

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
September 15, 2024

The Scoop on Multimedia

By Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack
May 21, 2024
The iconic Hollywood Sign sits atop the hills of Hollywood. The Hollywood Sign is a must-visit tourist attraction in LA that is sure to fulfill all of your expectations. (Photo credit: Mika Drori)

Living in La La Land

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
May 9, 2024
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

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
March 6, 2024
Displaying her portfolio to The Oracle staff, Features Editor Maia Alvarez (’24) presents about her journey as a student journalist over her three years on the publication. Alvarez was the first Oracle reporter to apply for California Journalist of the Year, and she won first in Southern California and third in California for the competition.

[Photo] Features editor places 1st in Southern California, 3rd in state for California Journalist of the Year award

By Emily Paschall, News Editor
February 19, 2024
Photos taken on a point-and-shoot digital camera are displayed on a collage. In the past few years, there has been a resurgence in the use of point-and-shoot cameras among teenagers and young adults. “There is a very nostalgic and vintage feel to the images from these types of cameras, which a lot of people enjoy and find cute,” junior Rachel Chung said.

Say cheese: Point-and-shoot cameras make a comeback among teens

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
February 6, 2024
Head of School Elizabeth English's golden retriever, Alfie, sits wearing his party hat and bandana. Alfie's birthday "paw-ty" took place Monday, Nov. 13, in the courtyard, and the Archer community celebrated with cupcakes, music and a dog agility performance.

Puppy paw-ty: Archer community celebrates Alfie’s third birthday

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
November 25, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo lays on a purple backdrop as she displays her rings, which spell out her new album title, “GUTS.” The album examines Rodrigo’s emotions about her thus far experience as a young adult. Photo Source: Image from The Official Website of Olivia Rodrigo.

Review: Despite being a slow burn, Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album, ‘GUTS’ does not disappoint

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
October 17, 2023
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

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
September 23, 2023
Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen from Temple Isaiah presents to middle school students about Rosh Hashanah and other upcoming Jewish holidays. Cohen has been a rabbi for 9 years and her favorite Jewish holiday is Tu Bishvat, the birthday of the trees.

[Photo] Rabbi Cohen, Rabbi Frimmer present to middle, upper school about Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur

By Ella Schwartz, Managing Editor
October 4, 2023
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

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
August 31, 2023
As 2-year-old me hugs 4-year-old Sophie, she squeezes my cheeks. Fourteen years later, Sophie is leaving for college in the fall.

Commentary: 6 steps to 6,000 miles

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
May 24, 2023
When people talk about suicide, language matters. Respectful language, such as “died by suicide” or “attempted suicide,” can both destigmatize suicide and minimize harm while talking to those impacted by it. (Graphic Illustration by Francie Wallack)

Op-Ed: Seek before you speak

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
May 21, 2023
Upper school dancers strike their final pose in their dance, "King of Pop," which was inspired by Michael Jackson. The dance was a part of Archer's annual Festival of Dance, which took place May 12 in the courtyard.

Taking center stage: Dancers perform student-choreographed routines during Festival of Dance

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
May 14, 2023
Maggie Collins (28'), Phoebe Miro (28'), Carolina Benabib(28'), Abigail Weiner (27'), Lucy Bohn (29'), Beyla Patil (27'), Penelope Cheng (28'), Jaya Srinivasan (28') and Avery Panepinto (27') pose together at Barington Park after playing a tennis match. The team will play one more match this season, with the possibility of later advancing to team and individual playoffs.

Serving smiles: 8th grade tennis team members act as mentors

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
April 28, 2023
8-year-old Francie prepares to dive into her delicious lettuce wrapped burger. I call this one, "No bun, no problems".

My wonderful, gluten-free life

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
April 13, 2023
Various medications spill out of a pill bottle. According to Harvard Health Publishing, antidepressants are one of the most common ways to treat many mental health disorders but they do not work very well without therapeutic support. "It [medication] treats the symptom, not the root of the issue"  Licensed marriage and family therapist Natalie Kazarian said

Mental health professionals discuss complexities of antidepressants, ways to cope with mental disorders

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
April 10, 2023
Sophomore Abby Borstein looks through her student-led conference slideshow. Along with the rest of students in sixth through 11th grade, Borstein gave her presentation Friday, Feb. 10.

Students reflect, set goals during student-led conferences

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
February 14, 2023
Susan Smith and Tracy Poverstein's dogs, Willie and Milo, pose for a photo in the orchestra room. The two of them come to school with their owners, and they spend their time in orchestra and theatre classes with students.

Purposeful puppies: Archer dogs calm nerves, impact students positively

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
February 12, 2023
 Players featured in Netflix’s new series, “Break Point” compete mid-match. The series was released on Netflix Jan. 13 and quickly gained a high recognition from the athletic community.

Review: Netflix’s new docuseries ‘Break Point’ breaks my expectations

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
February 9, 2023
Rose Chuck (23'), Alyssa Ponrartana (23'), Tess Hubbard (24') and Meera Mahidhara (23') pose after taking their Executive Board yearbook photo. Hubbard joined student council as a freshman and was elected to the be on the board her junior year.

Everything exec: Tess Hubbard embarks on Executive Board journey

By Francie Wallack, Features Editor
January 15, 2023
Ella Schwartz

[Photo] Ella Schwartz

September 13, 2022
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