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  • April 20Class of 2025 will set up the Maypole at 6:00 p.m. Friday, April 25.
  • April 20Archer Council of Artists will hold a Song Share Friday, April 25.
  • April 20Tenth grade will be holding a fundraiser Friday, April 25.
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

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

The Oracle
Julia Ong

Julia Ong, Staff Reporter

Julia Ong joined The Oracle as a staff reporter in 2024. Julia plays for Archer’s Varsity soccer team and is an active member of Archer’s art community, participating in photography, computer science, Archer’s film festival and, recently, journalism. She enjoys travel and is going on exchange next year to Rome, Italy. In her free time, she enjoys exploring Los Angeles and spending time with her friends.

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An employee poses as he views examples of Benin bronzes which, together with collections such as the Parthenon sculptures, are the subject of talks of their return to countries of origin, displayed at the British Museum in London, Britain, January 25, 2023. REUTERS/Toby Melville

Op-Ed: Why looted artifacts must be returned

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2025
Seventh grader Harper Cox (‘30) and the Archer panther share a moment of joy, jumping up and down together. Student moderator Cleo Wilson said the courtyard is filled with cheers and laughter, as the school comes together to support its athletes and show pride in the community. “I think especially at an all girls school, it's important to recognize everybody's highlights in their season, and pay attention to the fact that girls are athletes too and that we are strong and powerful."

Photo Gallery: Archer athletes take center stage at winter pep rally

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
March 18, 2025
Gabi Martinez, a guitarist, composer and producer from Zaragoza, Spain, came to speak to students in Archer’s music programs Tuesday, March 4. Martinez’s career blends jazz, fusion, and modern music. As a musician and educator, Martinez has recorded albums and earned recognition through his music. Students asked questions and learned about his experience within the music industry.

Power of music: Guitarist, producer Gabi Martinez shares insight into music industry with students

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
March 13, 2025
An illuminated aisle is filled with vibrant packages in the 99 Ranch in West LA. 99 Ranch has transformed the Asian grocery story scene and is one of the largest Asian grocery store chains in the United States.

Review: Exploring 99 Ranch, a journey through culture, cuisine, community

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2025
MusiCare’s promotional graphic encourages donations to help support the LA community during the Grammys on Feb. 2. The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences provided financial resources for the Los Angeles community through their own philanthropic organization, “MusiCares,” including some Archer families that were affected by the fires during January 2025. (Image courtesy of MusiCares).

Grammys raise $24 million for Los Angeles Fire Relief, supporting affected Archer students, others

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
February 19, 2025
Visual arts teacher Hannah Kremin prepares materials for her Advanced Study Visual Arts class. Using unconventional materials, such as plaster, Kremin pushes her students to experiment with new mediums and forms of art. Advanced Study student Cleo Wilson ('26) said Kremin made a significant contribution to her artistic identity.

Bridging art and story: Arts teacher’s role in empowering Archer artist community

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2025
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