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Students from the Chinese 1 class dance around the courtyard in a big red and gold dragon to symbolize good luck for the new year. The Archer community celebrated the Lunar New Year through student-led crafts, songs and dances Jan. 27.
Archer community hops into Lunar New Year with courtyard celebration, fashion show
A student views his computer which alerts him of the recents mass shootings in the U.S.
Low turnout at Monterey Park reflection spaces worries community members about desensitization to gun violence
Red felt is cut into elaborate patterns and characters and hung around the house or above doorframes. People who celebrate Lunar New Year hang the felt for good luck, which is shown through the character “fu” (福) because it can mean “good luck” or “prosperity.”
New moons, old traditions: students, faculty celebrate Lunar New Year with unique traditions 
Holocaust survivor and artist Trudie Strobel speaks about her experiences during the Holocaust and the importance of her work as an artist throughout her life. Strobel spoke to the upper school, and the middle school watched from a livestream in mentorships, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day Friday, Jan. 27.
Archer community commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day, hears from Holocaust survivor, artist Trudie Strobel
This book display in Archer’s library showcases books about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and spotlights the causes he supported. Assistant Librarian Denise Hernandez helped assemble this book display, which is one of the many ways students and faculty at Archer celebrated and honored MLK Day.
Archer celebrates dynamic, ongoing legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Senior Alyssa Ponrartana presents her research project at Archer’s annual Student STEM Symposium May 14, 2022. Ponrartana was named a scholar in the 82nd Regeneron Science Talent Search for her research intersecting neurodevelopment and environment.
Senior Alyssa Ponrartana named Regeneron Scholar for neurodevelopmental research
Laura Borstien (26), Eman Said, Sophia Shin (25) and Francie Wallack (25) pose together in the amphitheater. Said says the best part about coming to work is seeing the students because they are so friendly.
Eman Said is a servery employee by day, accountant by night
Sasha Capatori-Poole (26) poses in front of the Eastern Star Gallery. She is a leader of the animal rights club and is passionate about spreading awareness on the topic.
Club leader, activist Sasha Capatori-Poole strives to spread awareness for animal rights
Junior Alejandra Cortes holds the InvenTeam’s device, Hydra, which she has been working on for three years. Alejandra is currently working on motion programming for Hydra. Cortes has been on the InvenTeam leadership team for two years.
From ALT to InventTeam, Alejandra Cortes is taking the world by storm sySTEMatically
Boy Scout Belén Haro (26) works on her mural of the six women who are or have been on the Supreme Court. She is creating this mural for her Eagle Project, which aims to influence her Boy Scout and school community. 
Painting our future: Belén Haro designs mural to impact greater community
The Kia Forum was lit up in pink and blue in honor of Harry Styles fourteenth Los Angeles show. Styles sold out 15 nights in the Inglewood venue, and he played a 90-minute setlist to a sea of fans with colorful outfits and boas.
Review: Harry Styles puts the love in ‘Love on Tour’ during his 14 LA show
Platinum and purple banners, along with a sliver crest reading Disney 100, adorn Sleeping Beautys Castle while fountains spray out of its moat. The decor is displayed in honor of the Walt Disney Companys 100th anniversary celebration, which began Jan. 27.
Review: Disney100 celebration pays glittering homage to company’s legacy
Marcel, the one-inch-tall, one eyed shell stands with his pink shoes on. The curious, resourceful and heartwarming shell has been entertaining viewers in short films for almost 13 years, but he finally made his big screen debut in 2022.
Review: ‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’ takes viewers on heartwarming, emotional journey
People converse and view They Come to Pay Respect: Boreal Forest As Tar Sands at the opening exhibition of Cornucopia. The piece is a 12-foot by 3.5-foot monotype made by Paper Buck, which uses used oil pastel, India ink and tusche.
Eastern Star Gallery’s second show, “Cornucopia,” inspires deep thought with anti-colonialist, environmentalist art
The Mardini sisters, two gifted swimmers, play in the ocean during sunset. Netflix released the film Nov. 23. The film highlights the Syrian refugee crisis through the Mardini sisters story.
Review: ‘The Swimmers’ exposes inhumane obstacles Syrian refugees overcome
The Kia Forum was lit up in pink and blue in honor of Harry Styles fourteenth Los Angeles show. Styles sold out 15 nights in the Inglewood venue, and he played a 90-minute setlist to a sea of fans with colorful outfits and boas.
Review: Harry Styles puts the love in ‘Love on Tour’ during his 14 LA show
Platinum and purple banners, along with a sliver crest reading Disney 100, adorn Sleeping Beautys Castle while fountains spray out of its moat. The decor is displayed in honor of the Walt Disney Companys 100th anniversary celebration, which began Jan. 27.
Review: Disney100 celebration pays glittering homage to company’s legacy
Marcel, the one-inch-tall, one eyed shell stands with his pink shoes on. The curious, resourceful and heartwarming shell has been entertaining viewers in short films for almost 13 years, but he finally made his big screen debut in 2022.
Review: ‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’ takes viewers on heartwarming, emotional journey
People converse and view They Come to Pay Respect: Boreal Forest As Tar Sands at the opening exhibition of Cornucopia. The piece is a 12-foot by 3.5-foot monotype made by Paper Buck, which uses used oil pastel, India ink and tusche.
Eastern Star Gallery’s second show, “Cornucopia,” inspires deep thought with anti-colonialist, environmentalist art
The Mardini sisters, two gifted swimmers, play in the ocean during sunset. Netflix released the film Nov. 23. The film highlights the Syrian refugee crisis through the Mardini sisters story.
Review: ‘The Swimmers’ exposes inhumane obstacles Syrian refugees overcome
This year, we cooked up and untraditional Thanksgiving table at my grandmothers house consisting of Oysters Rockefeller, lobster bisque and debuting sweet potato Christmas trees. Experiment with new holiday dishes this winter to spice up your seasonal routine and impress friends and family.
A cozy, untraditional winter food adventure
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
Sixth grader Haley Lazarus dribbles down the field at a home game against Brentwood. Archer won 2-1 against Brentwood, continuing their undefeated season.
Through the storm: Middle School soccer adapts to rain, remains undefeated
Two players on the middle school basketball green team high-five during a game. I like the team very much and Im glad to be on the team with such great people. Alice Rifenbark said
The middle school green basketball team’s formula for success: optimism
Sophomore Carrie Xue tosses a tennis ball while she holds a tennis racket. 2022 was Xue’s first year at Archer and she joined Archer’s tennis team. “something very fun to be a part of.”
Weil tennis player Carrie Xue aces through first semester
The varsity basketball team poses together after winning a game against Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles. The game took place on Dec. 14, and the score was 35-31.
Varsity basketball team begins season with change in leadership, overcomes previous obstacles
Junior Malia Apor holds up her softball bat on Archers softball field. Apor said she developed a love for the game when she first started playing more than 10 years ago. “[Softball] is a rock for me,” Apor said. “Its something I really enjoy, and it brings me a lot of happiness.”
From All-Star softball to Archer’s varsity team, Malia Apor leaves a mark
This image depicts Lunar New Year festivities in a town, but what has been a peaceful time for celebration in the past has recently become a call to action. Jan. 21., citizens of Monterey Park were killed in a mass shooting following a popular Lunar New Year festival in the neighborhood.
Column: Why the Monterey Park shooting affects all of us
As the senior class bAs the senior class begins their final semester and starts rocking their red, class of 23 t-shirts, we have a responsibility to voice the emotions we feel and welcome the feelings of others, through this incredible chapter of change.
Column: The year of the email
This image features a vanilla Disney-themed birthday cake I made for a 3-year-old girl during the summer of 2022. Volunteering for the organization For Goodness Cakes for over two years, now, has allowed me to see the immensely positive impact even small actions like baking a cake can have on a persons life.
Op-Ed: You can bake an impact
A screenshot of Little Nightmare’s profile on Steam, a popular video game marketplace. “Little Nightmares” is a 3D puzzle-platformer that follows the adventures of main character Six in an underground resort complex.
Column: Smaller than life
Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls
Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls
This image depicts Lunar New Year festivities in a town, but what has been a peaceful time for celebration in the past has recently become a call to action. Jan. 21., citizens of Monterey Park were killed in a mass shooting following a popular Lunar New Year festival in the neighborhood.
Column: Why the Monterey Park shooting affects all of us
As the senior class bAs the senior class begins their final semester and starts rocking their red, class of 23 t-shirts, we have a responsibility to voice the emotions we feel and welcome the feelings of others, through this incredible chapter of change.
Column: The year of the email
A screenshot of Little Nightmare’s profile on Steam, a popular video game marketplace. “Little Nightmares” is a 3D puzzle-platformer that follows the adventures of main character Six in an underground resort complex.
Column: Smaller than life
A fallen Christmas tree perfectly represents our departure from the true meaning of the holidays, and instead the overconsumption of material goods society has undertaken. This holiday season I hope you reflect on your own consumption and reduce waste where you can. 
Column: Consumerism isn’t just ruining the holidays, it’s ruining the planet
The American flag flies above the US capitol on a windy afternoon. The United States congress has been sworn in and will begin governance in January.
Column: Political violence and de threats to democracy
This image features a vanilla Disney-themed birthday cake I made for a 3-year-old girl during the summer of 2022. Volunteering for the organization For Goodness Cakes for over two years, now, has allowed me to see the immensely positive impact even small actions like baking a cake can have on a persons life.
Op-Ed: You can bake an impact
A map of the U.S. has states crossed out in orange or red. States with a red x have banned or heavily limited abortion, and states marked with orange an x have uncertain legal status regarding abortion. States where abortion is legal are left blank. My friends and I have made maps like this after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark case legalizing abortion, on June 24, 2022. At least 13 states have banned abortion as of December 2022.
Commentary: Making college decisions in a post-Roe world
A girl sits in front of her laptop and does work for her Latine Studies course. This year, I enrolled in my first ever ethnic studies course, and it has erupted a passion in me in this field. It has also helped me feel represented in history curriculums.
Op-Ed: My Latine studies class changed my life
A reporters notebook and recording device is a must for each individual on The Oracle. As a editorial board however, we hold the responsibility of not only editing each piece on The Oracle, but also deciding what we wish to cover.
Editorial: An editorial board’s purpose
In response to the rise in antisemitic incidents in Los Angeles, we can stand up to antisemitism by staying informed, supporting the Jewish members of our communities and speaking out against antisemitic actions. Yes antisemitic tweets Oct. 8 sparked public demonstrations in Los Angeles.
Editorial: How we can stand up to antisemitism
This graphic depicts promotional album covers of the songs that I chose for this rainy day list. These songs range from lo-fi R & B to confidence-boosting and dance-worthy indie pop. I hope these songs get you through these unusually rainy days.
Singing in the rain: Six songs to get you through the rainy, cloudy days
Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls
Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls
Flour Shops location in Beverly Hills, CA, displays their colorful merch wall, including clothes and baking supplies. The store originated in New York and expanded to Los Angeles in 2020.
My 5 favorite bakeries in Los Angeles
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
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 Scoop S3 Ep2 – The Scoop on Antisemitism in Los Angeles
The Scoop S3 Ep2 – The Scoop on Antisemitism in Los Angeles
The Scoop S3 Ep1 –The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Sydney Curry
The Scoop S3 Ep1 –The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Sydney Curry
Live on the fright side: Halloween celebration encourages joy on campus
Live on the fright side: Halloween celebration encourages joy on campus
Caption: The graphic showcases the bakeries and shops students can visit when traveling to the Brentwood village. Starting Oct.3, seniors, juniors and sophomores could travel off-campus to the Brentwood Village to purchase anything from the stores available including coffee, tea, pastries and lunch during the school day.
Off-campus privileges resume for sophomores, juniors, seniors
In this broadcast, students from within and outside Archer share their opinions on the hardening versus softening of schools in response to gun violence. These disparate approaches to school safety are of great discussion around the country following multiple school shootings in 2022.
Hardening versus softening: Student opinions on school gun safety precautions
The Scoop S3 Ep2 – The Scoop on Antisemitism in Los Angeles
The Scoop S3 Ep2 – The Scoop on Antisemitism in Los Angeles
The Scoop S3 Ep1 –The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Sydney Curry
The Scoop S3 Ep1 –The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Sydney Curry
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
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Grace Doyle joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2019 and served as the Sports Editor in the 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 school years. She loves journalism and has attended the School of the New York Times for two summers studying journalism basics and national security reporting. She also held an internship with Cape Cod Broadcasting Media. Aside from journalism, Grace participates in varsity Archer swimming.

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Michael Carter leads his mentorship in announcements and conversation. He hopes that the students he mentors will have a well rounded college experience. Dont get bogged down in such a rigid program, Carter said. Dont miss out on the other academic richness but also social richness.

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Belwood Bakery, located in the Brentwood village, attracts many Archer students. Soon to be graduated seniors reflect on their love for the bakery. “I would warn people about the price because I feel like it’s very expensive,” senior Leah Abazari said. “But it’s worth it.”

Local small business: Seniors share their love for Belwood Bakery

May 8, 2022
Nichol Whiteman, Kiesha Nix, Michelle Bohan and Marlene Tsuchii-Dalston sit on a panel of women in leadership positions in different industries. The panelists, chosen by the Archer Alumni Board, spoke about a range of topics from their journeys to leadership to the advice they would give to their younger selves. “I feel like every day I take my whole community to work with me,” Nix said. “They’re counting on me. I can’t let them down — This is bigger than me. It’s great that I accomplished this but what can I do to pave the way for the next me?”

Women in Leadership Panel presented by Archer Alumni Board

April 21, 2022
With various options inside and outside of Archer, some athletes choose all of the above. Dont limit yourself to one sport, senior Presley Sacavitch said. Soccer and softball, completely different skills, but that doesnt mean that I cant try it.

How Archer’s multi-sport athletes ‘just show up’

March 31, 2022
Junior Presley Wernick and freshman Lily Grouf get into position with coach Elina Domnidou by their side. The team is chill and fun, Wernick said. Everyone is there for a good time.

Photo gallery: Varsity beach volleyball takes on Santa Monica High School

March 27, 2022
Vaughan Anoai (22) bench presses in the gym. Besides her club or school volleyball practices, she trains on her own. Even in the off season she makes time to weightlift and practice. “I definitely was grateful for the high school season which kept me in shape as we transitioned back and forth,” Anoa’i said. “I definitely view the two of them as interchangeable in the sense that they rely on one another.”

To rest or not to rest: How Archer athletes spend their off season

March 1, 2022
Four members of the Chess Club think pensively about their next moves during a round of chess. Chess Club, Callighraphy Club, Stitch Perfect and Mental Health Club are all clubs on campus full of creativity, impact and community.

#SharingStories: Highlighting lesser known clubs on campus for Scholastic Journalism Week

February 24, 2022
Students migrate throughout the courtyard to different activities and to watch different performances at this years Lunar New Year festival. Here, they practice their calligraphy skills on traditional red envelopes. Its a time for everyone to come together and celebrate a culture that may not be their own and learn new things, sophomore Sophie Paul said. [Its] what Archer is all about.

Archer community celebrates Lunar New Year

February 23, 2022
Kim Smith, Director of Athletics, poses with the 2020-2021 varsity soccer team. Along with her posistion, she is also the coach of varsity scocer. It takes effort, Smith said. You know, it does. But its so worth it because you never know the support youll need or the inspiration that youll be able to give to your teammates later on down the road.

Q&A with Kim Smith: Director of Athletics inducted into North Carolina Soccer Hall of Fame

February 9, 2022
Senior Anny Rodriguez-Alcala participates in an activity for sorting excitement and fear regarding leaving Archer. “I really think that that helps our students take advantage of the little time that we do have, especially in a space like this, which is catered to talking about how youre feeling about certain things, Dani LeNoir said.

Moving on: Seniors transition from college guidance to human development

January 24, 2022
Members of varsity basketball pose for a picture after practice. As athletics started off the first week of the semester with virtual training, upper school varsity soccer and varsity basketball were able to train on campus on Thursday and Friday. At the beginning of the year we opened up and, so, those remote possibilities were ones that were really explored and dug into prior to that. So we had those solutions available. Director of Athletics Kim Smith said.

Deja vu: Athletics participate in hybrid training during virtual week

January 14, 2022
Maggie Hamilton records an episode of Brain Breakdown Podcast. She took her passion for leaning about the brain and turned it into a podcast. Its accessible to a lot of people because you can find it on Spotify, Hamilton said. You can listen to it when youre in the car or doing just regular tasks, and it doesnt require sitting down and reading articles.

Brainstorm: Q&A with Maggie Hamilton on neuroscience podcast

January 11, 2022
Athlete Leadership Council members sit at a table in the Lantern Room during their meeting. The ALC meets every Tuesday at lunch to discuss and coordinate their responsibilities. We are currently, as a group, we brainstormed ... who wed like to hear and whats needed, Director of Athletics Kim Smith said. And so we have a list and so we have some potential speakers for March 8.

Athlete leadership council embraces ‘hands-on’ role within Archer Athletics

December 14, 2021
Runners speed off at one of their meets. When looking at the season as a whole freshman Gabriella Spechieralla said it was rewarding. Cross country is such a challenging sport and its very tiring and to look back on all of the hard work weve put in and all of the miles weve run is really rewarding, Spechieralla said. And just see how far weve come from the beginning of the season — its great.

Varsity cross country ends season with accomplished goals

December 4, 2021
The varsity volleyball team warms up at a match against Buckley in mid-October. A big focus of mine for this season was connection, Fenster said. Just getting to know a lot of the girls outside of volleyball.

[Photo] A season of connection: Junior varsity and varsity volleyball teams wrap seasons

December 2, 2021
The middle school cross country team poses with their championship plaque after their win. In a history making season, the team remained undefeated in their league meets and finished the season with a championship win. “It was fun sixth grader Camille Chi said. It was challenging, but I think it was really, really worth it.”

Middle school cross county ends undefeated season with championship win

November 10, 2021
Photo Credit: Grace Doyle                                                                                All of the middle school teams practice on the sports court after school. The teams are split up by grade and have different configurations within each team. Since Ive been on the volleyball team Ive gotten closer to some girls and Ive made a lot of friends, Carolina Benabib said.

Three’s a party: Middle school volleyball hosts range of skill levels amongst teams

November 4, 2021
Senior Emilia Ramirez walks along the Ballona Wetlands saltwater marsh on her way to collect data with the water quality group. Senior Isabella Specchierla from the plant composition group enjoyed her time at the wetlands. Its been amazing, Specchierla said. Ive learned so much about new plants that Ive never seen before.

Sustainable living and design class takes field trip to Ballona Wetlands

October 26, 2021
Members of the cheerleading team train on the back field, learning new skills and the basics of cheer. In the future, the team could support Archer athletes at their competitions as well as compete in competitions of their own. Speaking to the environment thus far, Director of Athletics Kim Smith said the team was enjoying themselves. Ive been out there, and it looks like theyre enjoying themselves, learning the skills and, you know, putting them together, Smith said. Theyre meeting new friends and it seems like a positive, great outlet for them.

A-R-C-H-E-R: Cheerleading pilot program added to Archer Athletics led by award-winning coach

October 17, 2021
The varsity volleyball team comes together in a huddle at their recent match against Buckley. “Were all really great players individually, Milton said. [Were] just using our strengths as a team to keep persevering.

[Photo] Volleyball spikes back: Captains discuss goals for 2021 season

October 17, 2021
The Oracle Editorial Board and staff reporters work independently in the Publication Lab on campus. As the 2021-2022 school year begins, we are thankful to have the opportunity to learn and connect with one another in person, as journalists everywhere felt the repercussions of the pandemic as it affected their reporting.

[Photo] Editorial: The first time we’ve felt like student-journalists in a long time

October 4, 2021
Director of College Guidance Ivan Hauck is interviewed in Archers historic Eastern Star courtyard for the open house video. It was a wonderful opportunity to represent Archer and really articulate the goals and mission of our office and everything we are striving to do, Hauck said.

Quiet on set: Archer admissions films virtual open house on campus

September 29, 2021
Junior Treasure Brown takes the number 1 spot on the podium after her victory in discus. I felt like I was on top of the world, Brown said. Brown along with sophomore Chloe Hayden, who placed 9th overall in the 400 meter, put Archer on the score board at the 2021 CIF Track and Field Finals.

CIF Spotlight: Archer track and field claims victory at 2021 Finals

September 23, 2021
Anaiya Asomugha and her sophomore friends each lunch outside of the the Diana Meehan academic center. “At first I was really scared,” Asomugha said about attending school in-person. “But I identify as an extrovert, so I didn’t have trouble reaching out to people and was really happy when they reached out too.”

New to campus but not to Archer: Students transition into on-campus learning

September 7, 2021
From soccer to swimming, basketball to softball and tennis to track, Archer Athletics are culminating their seasons that were met with metal fortitude and joy according to Director of Athletics Kim Smith. COVID-19 didnt stop teams from training, practicing and competing in the 2020-2021 seasons.

A year of ‘silver linings’: Looking back at 2020-2021 season for Archer Athletics

June 3, 2021
Flash cards and study guides fill the desks of many students in preparation for finals. Upper schoolers are reflecting on the online format. From nervousness to relief, students highlight how they feel going into finals. Im not that worried about it. I think that because weve done it before, before Winter Break, and Im actually more relieved because I would have been more worried to do it in person, sophomore Eliza Tiles said.

The final push: Upper schoolers share their thoughts on upcoming virtual finals

May 22, 2021
The left cup, filled with matcha, and the right cup, filled with chai tea, steaming before being enjoyed. Although Chloe and Grace often bicker about which drink is superior, they have finally found common ground and can agree that both are valid ways to enjoy morning-time.

A battle of how to start the morning: Matcha vs. Chai tea latte

May 20, 2021
Archers 10th annual Film Festival took place on April 22 via Zoom. The festival was comprised of the three finalist films, keynote speakers and alumni appearances. The girls put it together and I get to sit there on the night and watch and have a wonderful time with everyone else, Steven Jacobson, Advisor to the Film Festival board said.

Lights, ‘Zoom’ Camera, Action: Archer Film Festival adapted to virtual setting for second year

May 19, 2021
Senior spring athletes are upon their final meet, match and game. As their seasons come to an end, senior athletes characterize it as bittersweet and surreal season. They have worked through a season riddled with COVID-19 and uncertainty.

Springing into senior season: Senior athletes reflect on ‘bittersweet’ last season

May 19, 2021
From popular movies to classic books fairytales are a staple in many childhoods. However, looking deeper into the stories reveal another side of the lighthearted stories. Jon McBride, a BYU professor wrote for Phsy.org, It is quite evident that the characterization of all these princesses follows similar stereotypical tropes and provides the children with the same understanding of gender roles that align with the society’s conventional ideas.

Bippity boppity boo: Why we must offset fairytales’ harmful gender norms

May 7, 2021
Professional big wave surfer Bianca Valenti discusses her career as a professional big wave surfer, activist for gender equality and advocate for ocean conservation as the final speaker in the ALC’s Panther Speaker series. Her conversation ranged from mental toughness to fighting for equality across sports, with the hope to expand the conversation surrounding female empowerment.

Women of the waves: Final Panther Speaker Series features big wave surfer Valenti, Hamilton documentary

May 2, 2021
Cross County athletes Katherine Lee (21), Keera Levell (23), Nicole Farmer (21), Alessandra Aragon(22) and Lauren Robson (22) stand on the field next to Coach Leufroy during a practice on Nov. 19. As the fall sports season came to a close, senior athletes reflected on their last season. From cross country to volleyball athletes has to adapt to a Covid-19-plagued fall.

Final fall: Senior fall athletes reflect on their ‘non-traditional,’ ‘chaotic’ season

April 12, 2021
Archers annual Spirit Week continues with modifications for an online environment. Each days respective theme come with their own virtual activity.

Stay-at-home spirit: Student Council modifies annual Spirit Week for virtual celebration

March 14, 2021
In honor of Scholastic Journalism Week, students reflected on their media consumption. The Oracle put together a survey for students to fill out with the purpose of reflecting on media consumption and literacy.

Beyond scholastic journalism: Students reflect on media consumption

February 25, 2021
Lunar New Year celebrations for the Year of the Ox were translated onto an online space. A wide range of activities and learning opportunities were planed and executed by Chinese class students.

Chinese classes host online Lunar New Year festivities for Year of the Ox

February 14, 2021
Along with being a Harem Globetrotter, Cherelle “Torch” George is also a Guinness World Record holder for the most between-the-leg-tumble dribbles in a minute. George spoke to the Archer community as the fifth speaker in the Athlete Leadership Councils panther speaker series on Jan. 28.

Panther Speaker Series hosts Harem Globetrotter, Guinness World Record holder Cherelle George as fifth speaker

February 6, 2021
Black Student Union (BSU) held a meeting on Thurs. Jan. 14 to speak about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his tactics during the fight for social justice in the 60s. MLK Day falls today, on Jan. 18.

Black Student Union discusses ways to expand upon activism in honor of MLK day

January 18, 2021
The volleyball team wears masks to practice on campus to maintain COVID-19 guidelines. Both the upper school volleyball and cross country teams have the opportunity to practice on campus as they started on Nov. 8 with their COVID-19 friendly training.

On-campus sports practices structured with new framework, allows athletes to refine ‘basics’

December 20, 2020
Angela Hucles, the fourth speaker in the Panther Speaker Series, spoke to the Archer community about the importance of a positive attitude and perseverance. On Nov.19 via webinar she spoke to the community and was interviewed by members of the Athlete Leadership Council.

Olympic soccer player Angela Hucles discusses perseverance, athletic journey in fourth Panther Speaker Series

December 6, 2020
After researching select propositions, students in Margaret Shirks Voice of Democracy class put together a Padlet with the pros and cons on their assigned California ballot propositions. Later, the Archer community watched the videos and voted on their preferred local policy.

Students vote on select California propositions to ‘learn about local politics’ during election season

November 22, 2020
The second and final presidential debate occurred on Oct. 22 at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I think the final presidential debate was much calmer than the first with fewer interruptions which allowed for the American people to hear actual policy discussion from both Trump and Biden, senior Mackenzie Turner said.

Archer community members offer perspectives on final presidential debate

November 1, 2020

Chai tea latte

October 26, 2020
Coach Jill Ellis, the former U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team head coach, spoke in the Panther Speaker Series hosted by the Athletics Leadership Council. Ellis talked about her views of success and ways in which she frames failures.

Soccer coach Jill Ellis discusses successes, failures as second speaker in Panther Speaker Series

October 25, 2020
Jordanian soccer player, Yasmeen Shabsough, took the time to present to the Archer community over Zoom about her journey in professional sports and other ventures. The Athlete Leadership Council will continue to host female athletes to share their stories and journeys within often male-dominated sporting fields.

Soccer player Yasmeen Shabsough seeks to empower students in first athletic speaker series

October 11, 2020
The varsity basketball team poses for a picture after a game at The Buckley School. Athletes, such as the basketball team, will have to regain their team dynamic virtually. Discussions of the 2020-2021 timeline and ways to keep up training were weaved in with new opportunities coming in the fall announced Athletic Director Kim Smith.

One team on multiple screens: Archer athletics adapts for 2020-2021 sports season

September 28, 2020
Student body president Francesca Cappello created this digital poster when campaigning in May. Along with the goals laid out on the poster, Cappello said she plans to try to retain a sense of normalcy for this school year.

New year, new president: Q&A with Francesca Cappello

September 18, 2020
With over 100 community members watching over Zoom, senior Amelia Nathanson officially signed to play volleyball in college. It means the world to me to be able to come together and celebrate something thats really special to me, especially in the midst of coronavirus, Nathanson said.

Play like a panther: Amelia Nathanson commits to Chapman volleyball via Zoom

May 31, 2020
Sixth grader Saskia Sommer and her tennis teammates meet on Zoom during the first week of the Panther Challenge. After traditional spring sports were cancelled, athletes shifted to a virtual model to promote psychical fitness, mental health, and team connectivity.

New challenges arise from cancellation of traditional spring sports season

May 21, 2020
Pete Buttigieg delivers his final campaign remarks in South Bend, Indiana, following a poor showing in the South Carolina primary. Buttigiegs campaign surpassed expectations considering his relative youth and inexperience.

Pete Buttigieg’s campaign emphasized core values, closeness to issues

April 26, 2020
Sophomore Glorianna Chase takes the stage for a tech rehearsal show while Langdon Janos volunteers to fill in as an interactive audience member. In total, the Upper School play had five shows, all keeping within the 50 people or under order.

The show must go on: US play ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ adapts to coronavirus crisis

April 25, 2020

#press4education: Community weighs in on press freedom

February 27, 2020
Chinese class 1B participates in a fan dance choreographed by eighth and eleventh grade Chinese students. Along with the fan dance, classes also participated in a skit and song.

Community celebrates Year of the Rat with Chinese New Year celebration

February 27, 2020
Drake Universitys Knapp Center served as Des Moines, Iowas precinct. Starting at 8 p.m., Des Moines residents began caucusing for their preferred Democratic candidates.

Narrowing Democratic presidential race in Iowa fosters unity

February 12, 2020
Captain Riley Adams gives a half time pep talk during the Archer varsity soccer game against Oakwood hosted at Santa Monica College. Archer beat Oakwood 7-0.

Q&A with varsity soccer captains: Sophie Larbalestier, Stella Chuck

February 10, 2020
Sophomore Vaughn Anoai practices a knee to-the-groin move with an Impact Self Defense instructor. The culmination of the classes ends with a final fight where student compile all of the knowledge they have learned.

‘No! No! No!’: Archer implements self-defense program into sophomore fitness curriculum

February 7, 2020
Stella Kraus of the class of 2020 is the only senior to be named as a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. She participates in a multitude of STEM-related clubs and the soccer team, in addition to playing the piano.

Senior Stella Kraus named 2020 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist

January 27, 2020
As Archers soccer team begin their season, they have the opportunity to play games at home due to the new regulation size field.

Varsity soccer kicks off season with new field

January 9, 2020
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