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  • April 13There will be no school Friday, April 17.
  • April 13Thursday, April 17 is Color Wars. Students can wear themed dress according to their grade color.
  • April 13The 6th Grade Bowling Social takes place Wednesday, April 16.
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

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

The Oracle
Nissara Shah

Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter

Nissara Shah joined The Oracle in 2024 as a staff reporter. Nissara has run for Archer’s cross-country and track and field, and enjoys spending time with friends, skiing, traveling, baking and watching TV. 

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A computer screen showing multiple apps like, the calendar and Common App, are positioned next to a college guidebook and a phone that displays an Instagram video titled “A Key to Success.” Social media can influence students' mental health during the college application process.

The college admissions race: How the pressure to compete and stay productive is hurting teen well-being

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2025
People ski down the snowy mountain decorated with trees. Archer’s annual ski trip, which is hosted by the Archer dads, took place from March 7-9. (Graphic illustration by Nissara Shah)

Weekend of skiing, snowy adventures: Community reflected on preparation for annual Archer family ski trip

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
March 13, 2025
Senior Lily Grouf stands on stage, receiving her senior speech, on the last night of Night of Dance March 2. Grouf reflected on her journey as a dancer in Night of Dance since ninth grade, where she expressed how she has gained more confidence and courage.

Q&A with senior in Night of Dance on her dance journey, final Archer performance

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2025
In the courtyard, seniors Elise Kim and Isabella Veckerelli experiment with oobleck-making during lunch. This activity was a part of Spirit week day Thingamaling Thursday.

Themed excitement: Students, faculty celebrate annual Spirit Week

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2025
Seniors Dylan Evans-Robinson, Charlie Clayton and Phoebe Ramirez and sophomore Paloma Lebenzon practice shooting for their game against Viewpoint Jan. 30. Senior night took place Feb. 5 at their home gym at Park Century.

Varsity basketball seniors reflect on growth, leadership in their final season

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
February 18, 2025
Katia Thomas ('27) holds the International Green Apple Ambassador award for her work with the Green Organization, where she advocates for sustainability and environmental activism. Thomas’s commitment to protecting the natural environment drives her efforts to inspire others to take action.

Passion and purpose: Young Green Ambassador leads the way with environmental advocacy

By Nissara Shah, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2024
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