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Class of 2025 Student Council representatives Rachel Chung, Francie Wallack and Tavi Memoli smile in front of boxes of donuts and containers of hot water to mix with hot chocolate packets. Chung served as photographer for the event, documenting the party on her digital camera. The juniors’ autumn party was meant to provide a space to talk to their peers and relax in the midst of their academics. 
Fall friendship: Juniors bond over donuts, drinks at class party
Juniors sit at Union Peak in Lander, Wyoming. From Aug. 25-Sept. 1, most members of the Class of 2025 went on Arrow Week, a hiking and leadership program that is a part of Archer’s curriculum.
Juniors adapt to Arrow Week with fewer students attending, develop leadership skills
A slide from the Honor Education Councils presentation explains the guidelines for Grammarly versus ChatGPT, which both use artificial intelligence. Upper school HEC representatives presented at grade-level meetings Sept. 5 about the addition of AI guidelines to the student handbook.
HEC, community members discuss addition of AI guidelines to handbook, related ethics
Sophomores Emerson Cohen, Emily Paschall and Meredith Ho gather together for a picture at Leo Carrillo Beach. To commence the school year, sixth through 10th grade students participated in Archer’s annual Fall Outing, where they connected through outdoor activities including ropes courses, games and swimming. “I think it was definitely my favorite fall outing that we’ve done so far,” sophomore Darian Weiss said. “It’s nice that was our last one. It was a good way to end it off.”
Fall Outings for grades 6-10 promote team building, leadership
Student Body President Anaiya Asomugha (24) speaks to students and faculty, welcoming everyone to the 2023-24 school year Aug. 22. Asomugha and Head of School Elizabeth English gave speeches in the courtyard in celebration of the first day of school.
‘Striking brilliance’: Administration announces theme for year, students attend first day of school
Three faculty and staff school pictures feature science teacher Tara Renner, English teacher Alexandra Greenberg and history teaching apprentice Whitney Wagner. The Oracle held a Q&A with Renner, Greenberg and Wagner to ask them about their first few weeks at Archer and initial feelings surrounding the 2023-24 school year. (Photos by Ultimate Exposures and Graphic Illustration by Zoe Gazzuolo)
Q&A with new teachers Tara Renner, Alexandra Greenberg and Whitney Wagner
Harry Styles performs Late Night Talking at SoFi Stadium Oct. 23, 2022. Since 2019, the average concert price to see prominent artists like Styles has risen 18%.
Pulling back the curtains: Rising ticket prices impact concertgoers’ access to seeing artists live  
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
Sophia Bratman (24), Anaiya Asomugha (24), Ella Gray (24) and alumni Ava Cherniss (23) wave colorful flags in the courtyard. They were all counselors for Archer Summer, a paid position where they oversaw group activities with kids and organized camp life.
Summer salaries: 3 Archer students work their first jobs over the summer
Actresses Judy Reyes and Ana Ortiz picket at the Writers Guild Association strike May 8. Ortiz has been attending WGA and SAG-AFTRA protests almost daily since the start of the unions’ strikes.
Hollywood actors, writers share insight into cause, impact of ongoing dual strike
Visual Arts teacher Hannah Kremin positions her artwork and prepares for the opening of the 2023 Eastern Star Gallery faculty and staff art show. Kremins piece on display is called Swans Dance and was made from clay, plaster, acrylic, sand and wax.
 ‘It’s humanizing’: Eastern Star Gallery show facilitates student, faculty connection
The movie title “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is displayed in a colorful font with a black background. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” features Miles Morales, a teen who struggles to fully embrace his secret identity as Spider-Man, as he seeks to restore balance in the multiverse. 
Review: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse’ turned me into a Spider-Man fan
Drake and 21 Savage perform at the Forum Aug. 16. Their concert was high-energy and iconic, lighting the venue up with music and fun.
Review: Drake and 21 Savage’s It’s All A Blur Tour was one giant party
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
Siena Fantini (’27) and Grace Nordling (’28) sing in the Blackbox theater during a performance of “Frozen Jr,” a junior musical version of the 2018 Broadway musical “Frozen.” Performances took place May 19 and 20.
“Frozen Jr.” sparkles on stage as cast members grow their skills through process
Visual Arts teacher Hannah Kremin positions her artwork and prepares for the opening of the 2023 Eastern Star Gallery faculty and staff art show. Kremins piece on display is called Swans Dance and was made from clay, plaster, acrylic, sand and wax.
 ‘It’s humanizing’: Eastern Star Gallery show facilitates student, faculty connection
The movie title “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is displayed in a colorful font with a black background. “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” features Miles Morales, a teen who struggles to fully embrace his secret identity as Spider-Man, as he seeks to restore balance in the multiverse. 
Review: ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse’ turned me into a Spider-Man fan
Drake and 21 Savage perform at the Forum Aug. 16. Their concert was high-energy and iconic, lighting the venue up with music and fun.
Review: Drake and 21 Savage’s It’s All A Blur Tour was one giant party
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
Siena Fantini (’27) and Grace Nordling (’28) sing in the Blackbox theater during a performance of “Frozen Jr,” a junior musical version of the 2018 Broadway musical “Frozen.” Performances took place May 19 and 20.
“Frozen Jr.” sparkles on stage as cast members grow their skills through process
Pictured is Katsu Bar’s original katsu sandwich with waffle fries. The restaurant opened its sixth location May 1 in Santa Monica, and I reviewed four items on its menu.
Review: Katsu Bar brings delicious Japanese cuisine to Santa Monica
The birthday cake cookies I made using the Momofuku Milk Bar cookbook sit on top of the recipe. The recipe was straightforward and made the most delicious cookies.
Review: ‘Momofuku Milk Bar’ is delicious but complicated
This is the table set up at Haidilao Hot Pot that my extended family and I had when we went for dinner. We ordered many items, including egg noodles, spinach, corn, fried bean curd rolls and chicken fried rice. I highly recommend this restaurant for a unique dining experience that exposes you to a part of Chinese culture.
Review: Haidilao Hot Pot allows diners to not only enjoy a meal, but an experience
This is the famous truffle pasta from Sushi House Unico located in Beverly Glen Circle. It was creamy and it had great texture to it. This was my favorite dish of the night.
Review: Sushi House Unico’s dishes capture wide range of cuisines
I hold my dessert from Pinkberry: a large pomegranate and tart swirl with cookies and cream and chocolate chips on top. Upon the first bite I knew this would be my new favorite dessert place.
Review: Pinkberry’s frozen yogurt is personalizable, delicious
Senior Chloe Resnick and world language teacher Mark Forte stand together at Zuma beach after Resnick competed in a surf competition. For the fall season, the surf team has expanded to include experienced middle school surfers.
Surf’s up: Surf team expands to experienced middle school surfers
Seventh graders Zoe Butler and Isabel Kromwyk run side by side on a sunny afternoon during cross country practice. Middle school cross country coach Kiaira Bostic said they are both determined athletes, and she looks forward to seeing them become stronger runners this season.
Side by side: Seventh graders Zoe Butler, Isabel Kromwyk jog into middle school cross country season
Freshmen Pheobe Measer and Chloe Ventura Ruvalcaba high-five after a point in a preseason match against St. Monica Preparatory. Archers JV volleyball team lost 0-2 against St. Monica and most recently beat the Oakwood School 2-0.
Freshman-filled JV volleyball team adjusts to change, builds confidence
Athletic Director Kim Smith gives an opening speech at the 2022-2023 Athletic Awards Night. Last year, along with Athletic Awards Night, she organized college signings, pep rallies and other events.
Q&A with Athletic Director Kim Smith on start of sports seasons, goals for year
Finalist pairs smile after playing Windward in the PBL championship. Eighth grader Hana Cho said the team made major progress since the beginning of the beach volleyball program and overcame challenges throughout the season.
Middle school beach volleyball team reflects on challenges, triumphs of season’s finals
This image features a few album covers of certain tracks on my perfect autumn playlist. Covers include Fiona Apples classic, Tidal, and Ethel Cains Preachers Daughter. (Graphic Illustration by Siena Ferraro).
The perfect autumn playlist to maximize coziness all season long
Audrey Chang (’24) takes her senior portrait. Chang will be serving as the Editor-in-Chief of The Oracle for the 2023-2024 school year. (Graphic Illustration by Audrey Chang)
Letter from the Editor
To start ending worldwide polarization, we must begin having conversations with people who hold different beliefs than us. Fostering empathy and recognizing others as a human is how we can begin repairing the world and mending the political divide. 
Op-Ed: How to combat hate, stop polarization
An 8-year-old me holds up a photo of a Gucci dress, wearing the duplicate I made myself. Months earlier, I became infatuated with it in the mall, which inspired me to start sewing. I still make clothes to this day.
Commentary: My love and devotion to fashion
My sister and I smile for a picture in the summer of 2012. We have always had a very close relationship, and I have loved taking care of her; she has taught me so many lessons. I am grateful that she helped me grow my leadership skills through the experience of taking care of her.
Op-Ed: Being a big sister made me a better leader
Japanese Breakfast performed May 11 at the Kilby Block Party Festival in Salt Lake City, Utah. Witnessing their performance live is one of my final memories of high school and stirred up a lot of bittersweet emotions.
Column: An ode to senior year… and Japanese Breakfast
My friend and I took this screenshot of our avatars on one of our favorite servers. Throughout all the years I’ve played video games, it’s always been the one I can consistently return to, having built some of my strongest relationships and shaped who I am as a person.
Column: Create new world
As I begin the road to graduation, Im reminded of the extraordinary experience that Ive had writing a feminist column. It has been a beautifully empowering process that I will be forever grateful for.
Column: Dear column, I love you.
Disney’s 2002 film “Lilo and Stitch” is getting a live action reboot, set to release in 2024. Recently, the film has come under fire, though, for its seemingly whitewashed casting decisions. (Graphic Illustration by Sydney Frank)
Column: “Ohana means family”
Image displays a Nintendo Switch alongside a gaming mouse and a few dollar bills. With the overwhelming prices of video games in the modern age, here are five wonderful games that you can play for free! Image credit to Paulina DePaulo.
Column: The best games in life are free
Audrey Chang (’24) takes her senior portrait. Chang will be serving as the Editor-in-Chief of The Oracle for the 2023-2024 school year. (Graphic Illustration by Audrey Chang)
Letter from the Editor
To start ending worldwide polarization, we must begin having conversations with people who hold different beliefs than us. Fostering empathy and recognizing others as a human is how we can begin repairing the world and mending the political divide. 
Op-Ed: How to combat hate, stop polarization
An 8-year-old me holds up a photo of a Gucci dress, wearing the duplicate I made myself. Months earlier, I became infatuated with it in the mall, which inspired me to start sewing. I still make clothes to this day.
Commentary: My love and devotion to fashion
My sister and I smile for a picture in the summer of 2012. We have always had a very close relationship, and I have loved taking care of her; she has taught me so many lessons. I am grateful that she helped me grow my leadership skills through the experience of taking care of her.
Op-Ed: Being a big sister made me a better leader
Instagram plays a large role in the growing rates of eating disorders in teenagers. As the apps popularity exponentially increases among teenagers, the commonality of eating disorders in teens has risen as well. (Graphic illustration by Tavi Memoli)
Op-Ed: Instagram’s role in the growing rates of eating disorders in teenagers
This image features a few album covers of certain tracks on my perfect autumn playlist. Covers include Fiona Apples classic, Tidal, and Ethel Cains Preachers Daughter. (Graphic Illustration by Siena Ferraro).
The perfect autumn playlist to maximize coziness all season long
My parents assemble all the ingredients necessary to make which dumpling filling. This particular dinner, my mom tried to step out of her comfort zone by making a pork and mushroom dumpling, which she had never attempted before.
My top 5 favorite Chinese foods
This graphic image contains promotional posters for five journalism films I believe are inspiring and powerful. These films range from the classic All the Presidents Men, which was revolutionary for the way it depicted journalism, to Bad Education, which emphasizes the power of student journalism in schools. (Graphic Illustration by Nina Sperling)
From ‘Shattered Glass’ to shattered glass ceilings: 5 films that capture the power of journalism
Jet Rags only location in Los Angeles has a large ground floor and a smaller second floor. Smaller items like rings, sunglasses and iron-on patches can be found near the cash register on the first floor.
My 3 favorite thrift stores in Los Angeles
Gift Guide: What to get your dad for Fathers Day
Gift Guide: What to get your dad for Father’s Day
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
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
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
A graphic illustration depicts a teen girl being pointed at, feeling peer pressure. According to Firewall Times, 85% of high school students have felt peer pressure during middle or high school. (Graphic Illustration by Lola Thomas)
Archer students reflect on peer pressure’s impact, professionals describe psychological effects
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
Azel Al-Kadiri (23), portraying Elinor Dashwood, and Ella Gray (24), portraying Marianne Dashwood, hold hands during a technical rehearsal of Sense and Sensibility. Rehearsals for the upper school play began in January and spanned over three months.
From script to stage: Making ‘Sense and Sensibility’
An image of a phone with numerous searches for how to fix one’s body demonstrates social medias deeply-rooted diet culture. According to Healthline, there was a large user growth among girls ages 15-22 on TikTok, an app known to spread misinformation, especially about weight and dieting. (Graphic Illustration by Olivia Hallinan-Gan)
Teenage girls reflect on diet culture on social media in all-girls environment
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop on the History of the Senior Fountain Jump
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop: A conversation with my trans brother
The Scoop on Academic Peer Pressure in preparation for College
The Scoop on Academic Peer Pressure in preparation for College
S3 Ep3 – Round Table: Varsity Winter Sports Captains
S3 Ep3 – Round Table: Varsity Winter Sports Captains
The Scoop S3 Ep3 – The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Alumni Lauren Finkelstein
The Scoop S3 Ep3 – The Scoop on Growing Up Archer: Alumni Lauren Finkelstein
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Nina Sperling

Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter

Nina Sperling joined the Oracle in 2021. She became a senior reporter in 2022 and is continuing that role for the 2023-24 school year. She loves spending time with family and friends, dancing in and out of school, reading and playing with her labradoodle Georgie. She is also passionate about politics, history, international relations, social justice and Spanish.  

 

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Wearing flower crowns designed by the seventh graders, seniors Azel Al-Kadiri, Olivia Torrington, Margaret Morris, Sophie Altemus and Alyssa Ponrartana listen to Delara Tehranchis (23) speech. Something Im really going to miss about Archer is that sense of community, and everybody is one big group of friends and you never feel ostracized or alone, Morris said. All the time, theres always someone you can turn to.

With ‘two wheels and an open road,’ Class of 2023 says goodbye to Archer in Senior Farewell Ceremony

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
June 1, 2023
Culture Editor Rose Sarner (’23), Voices Editor Cadence Callahan (’23), Features Editor Lizette Gonzalez (’23) and Editor-in-Chief Greta Irvine (’23) hold mugs given to them by journalism adviser Kristin Taylor during The Oracle’s senior celebration and new editor induction ceremony May 16. “It speaks volumes that we can say, ‘I want to write about this,’ and no one says no,” Gonzalez said.

Q&A with features editor and voices editor on freedom of speech and censorship

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
June 1, 2023
Mia Ronn (’23) rips pages from a book and throws them in the air as she sings “I Know It’s Today” from “Shrek: The Musical” with Hayden Seid (’25) and Bryce Collis (’25). They performed the song as part of the Drama Queen’s last show of the year Wednesday, May 17, in the Blackbox.

Lights, camera and ‘All That Jazz’: Drama Queens rule the stage in final performance of the year

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
May 31, 2023
Singer SZA sits on a diving board, looking up and wearing a hockey jersey in the middle of the ocean. This album cover references a famous photo of Princess Diana as she sat on a diving board gazing out to the ocean. SZA dropped her new album, SOS, Dec. 9, 2022. Photo Source: Image from Official SZA Site.

Review: SZA’s latest album ‘SOS’ is the lifeboat we all needed

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
May 31, 2023
This graphic image contains promotional posters for five journalism films I believe are inspiring and powerful. These films range from the classic All the Presidents Men, which was revolutionary for the way it depicted journalism, to Bad Education, which emphasizes the power of student journalism in schools. (Graphic Illustration by Nina Sperling)

From ‘Shattered Glass’ to shattered glass ceilings: 5 films that capture the power of journalism

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
May 27, 2023
This graphic illustration depicts Calliope, muse of epic poetry, Polyhymnia, muse of hymns and Terphischore, muse of dance and chorus. It is the logo for Muses Radio, Archers brand new radio show. Seniors Paulina DePaolo, Sydney Frank and Stella Lyne started the show to share their love of music with the Archer community. Graphic illustration created by Isabelle Verdery (23).

Muses on air: 3 seniors launch Archer’s first radio show

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
April 26, 2023
Advanced Study dancers pose on stage wearing sparkly mesh tops and baggy pants during their dance, The Great Gatsby, which opened Night of Dance at the Broad Stage. The dance was choreographed by Jezebel Melara and based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This year is the first year that Night of Dance has been held at a theater since 2020. The theme of this years show was Timeless, with each dance representing a book and a different stage in the coming of age cycle.

Behind the wings: Dancers, crew reflect on bringing ‘Timeless’ to life

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
March 22, 2023
A group of seventh graders gather together for a picture in the dining hall during the seventh grade social Friday, Jan. 27. The social had an Old Hollywood theme, and students and dance committee members provided pizza, snacks and games for attending students.

7th grade bonds with night of pizza, paparazzi

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
March 17, 2023

[Video] From soul food to rhythm and blues: BSU hosts cultural festivities for Black History Month

By Lucy Williams, Voices Editor
March 15, 2023
A promotional image features the silhouette of a woman with the words will you go on the record? She Said is a biographical film depicting New York Times journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twoheys investigation into former film producer Harvey Weinsteins history of sexual abuse against women. It is an emotional, intense and powerful thriller about what it means to stand up to power and shatter decades of silence.

Review: ‘She Said’…#MeToo

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
February 7, 2023
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

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
February 5, 2023
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. Image Source: A24 promotional poster.

Review: ‘Marcel the Shell with Shoes On’ takes viewers on heartwarming, emotional journey

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
January 26, 2023
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

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
January 22, 2023
A girl sits alone, scrolling on her phone. Eight Archer students currently volunteer at Teen Line, a hotline for teens to reach out to other teens regarding mental health concerns. If you dont know what to do in a situation where your friend is in trouble or anyone in your life, then you can feel really helpless and powerless, Francie Wallack (25) said. It can be really empowering to know what to do and know how to help yourself. Graphic illustration by Sydney Frank

Spotlight: Archer students provide support for teens in crisis through Teen Line

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
December 15, 2022
Then sixth graders Mina Mohammed, Letti Oetker, Alyssa Ponrartana, Avery Weingarten and Carla Martinez Rivas stand in front of the maypole after participating in the traditional sixth grade maypole dance. Now that were seniors, weve realized its our last year and we should cherish the time we have with each other, senior Alyssa Ponrartana said. Its almost over, [so] its just really sad.

Remembrance of Archer past: Class of 2023 shares highlights, reflects on time together

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
December 4, 2022
Junior Lucia Ponti and freshman Avery Greene stand by posters they created for the Archer in Action Fair to highlight their work with Free 2 Be Me Dance and Hope in a Suitcase. Im so proud of the students who are really figuring out what theyre passionate about— and then matching that up as a way to give back, History teacher and Service Learning Coordinator Meg Shirk said.

From mental health to education: Students highlight service work through Archer in Action Fair

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
November 27, 2022
Seventh grade volleyball co-captain Chloe Kennedy spikes the ball during a the teams first PBL Playoff game, Oct. 31. Co-captains Lily Kennedy and Sophie Salehi noted that they were proud of their undefeated status and appreciated the sense of community that they felt being on the team.

Seventh grade volleyball team spikes in participation, wins PBL championship

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
November 27, 2022
Sara Gil Sáiz, Monique Sim and Agustin Pacheco pose for pictures in their classrooms by books, games, posters and equipment for their classes. The Oracle sat down with the three new faculty members to discuss their first weeks at Archer.

Q&A with new teachers, Agustin Pacheco, Monique Sim, Sara Gil Sáiz

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
September 22, 2022
Bess Frierson (22) beams with joy as English teacher Brian Wogensen presents her with the Gary David Goldberg award at the Senior Farewell Ceremony. During the awards segment of the Senior Farewell Ceremony, the seniors and the audience cheered as each recipient was announced.

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The Class of 2022, dressed in floral patterns, sits in the courtyard while they listen to tributes from students to other seniors at the Senior Tea Party, Tuesday, May 24. Its a bittersweet moment to be here for our last week, but I love being around my grade, senior Sophia Farmer said. 

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Seniors hug and cry as they sing a rendition of their senior song, Slipping Through My Fingers by ABBA at the Senior Farewell Ceremony, Thursday, May 26. Class of 2022, you shaped me into the person I am. I have a feeling Ill still be talking about all of you when Im 98 and in nursing home, Langdon Janos (22) said. Its such a special thing to watch your friends grow up right before your eyes. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching each of you gain confidence, discover your passions and pursue your academics with drive and zeal.

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Seniors hug and cry as they sing a rendition of their senior song, Slipping Through My Fingers by ABBA at the Senior Farewell Ceremony, Thursday May 26. Class of 2022, you shaped me into the person I am. I have a feeling Ill still be talking about all of you when Im 98 and in nursing home, student body president Langdon Janos (22) said. Its such a special thing to watch your friends grow up right before your eyes. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching each of you gain confidence, discover your passions and pursue your academics with drive and zeal.

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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

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
June 2, 2022
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

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
June 2, 2022
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

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
May 19, 2022
This graphic illustrates some of the issues that young people around the country are engaged with. In recent years, youth interest and activism in these issues has spiked, specifically with issues such as climate change, womens rights, gun violence and racism.    

‘Young people are less institutionally minded’: How youth participation in politics has increased

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
May 18, 2022
Actor Keith David speaks to upper school students about his career and what inspired him to become an actor. The panel was moderated by English teacher Jennifer Dohr. My dance teacher said, Any fool can be happy all the time. Happiness is the result of your hard work, David said. When you work hard, and you have earned where you are, theres cause to be happy, and no one can shake that.

Actor Keith David visits Archer for ‘inspiring’ panel about career, Shakespeare

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
May 15, 2022
Next Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is sworn in prior to testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee April 28. On April 7, the Senate voted in favor of her confirmation.

Archer students reflect on Next Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s ‘impactful’ confirmation

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
May 9, 2022
Dance teacher Andrea Locke gives dancers notes after a run-though during a Night of Dance tech rehearsal. This year, Locke organized the Night of Dance to take place in the main courtyard at Archer, Feb. 23, 24 and 25. She chose the theme, Transformation, as an ode to the impact the pandemic had on people all around the world and the return to in-person life. No matter whats being created on stage, even what the intention might be, the audience [brings] another intention or another perspective or another kind of feeling that connects, Locke said.

Spotlight: How Andrea Locke danced her way to Archer

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
March 27, 2022
Sophomore Maia Alvarez works on her Google Slides presentation at home for student-led conferences. While some students have chosen to create formal presentations, like Alvarez, others have decided to create talking points to discuss or use artifacts to discuss the progress they have made throughout the year.

Archer students, teachers prepare for upcoming student-led conferences

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
March 8, 2022
The Rossi family; Ruby (Emilia Jones), Frank (Troy Kotsur), Jackie (Marlee Matlin) and Leo (Daniel Durant) sit on the back of a truck on a sunny day, highlighting their close-knit family relationships. CODA is a dramatic-comedy about Ruby, the only hearing member of her family, and the Rossis as Ruby is in her senior year of high school and contemplating her future.

Review: ‘CODA’ reminds viewers that family is all you need to get by

By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter
March 7, 2022
Left: A view of colorful houses on a mountain in Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy. Right: A view of colorful buildings and grassland in Denmark. Copenhagen is a really amazing city to learn and [be in] as a student, because theres a lot of opportunities to get new perspectives on systems and ways of doing things, Madis Kennedy said. Then, being able to bring those those new, unique perspectives back to the U.S. felt like it would be really beneficial.

Alumni Madis Kennedy, Audrey Irvine reflect on semesters abroad in Europe

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
February 11, 2022
Archers varsity soccer team poses for a group picture before a game against Brentwood School. Its a fun mix of people for sure. [I like getting to know] people I dont usually get to know because theyre in different grades, Childers said. [One of my goals is] continuing to connect with the whole team and become a closer team.

Setting and scoring goals: Varsity soccer begins season with ‘remarkable start’

By Nina Sperling , Senior Reporter
February 1, 2022
The Drama Queens, sophomore, junior and senior advanced theater students, pose for a picture after their first show of the 2021-2022 school year. From left to right: Lucy Lassman (23), Marin Terry (23), Zoe Bush (22), Anaiya Asomugha (24), Louisa Lou Michaelson (24), Grace Delossa (23), Mia Ronn (23), Remi Cannon (24), Azel Al-Kadiri (23), Guinevere Hesse (24), Glory Chase (22) and Justine Moore (22).

From heavy dramas to classic period pieces, Drama Queens take the stage once again

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