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Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Hollyn Alpert (’28) runs while tossing blue powder into the air March 22. Students celebrated Holi on the back field and threw colored powder at each other at commemorate the new spring.  
A vibrant Holi-day: Holi celebration marks beginning of spring
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
Seniors Lacey Thompson and Laila Charles pour smoothies into cups for the “Guess the Smoothie” activity. The activity took place March 20 for the “Wild West vs. West Coast” Spirit Week theme day.
Spirit Week incorporates new, old themes during major assessment week
Freshman Milan Earl and sophomore Lucy Kaplan sit with their grandparents at Archer’s annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day Friday, March 15. The event took place over three 75-minute sessions.  “[I hope my grandparents] gain an understanding about what I do, Kaplan said, because I know they ask a lot of questions and can sort of see what I do in school and what the experience is like to be here.
Archer hosts annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day, students share school culture with loved ones
Associate Director of College Guidance Shalyn Tharayil works in her office in preparation for rising seniors college application season. Tharayil has worked with schools all over the world and reflected on her first year at Archer. I think the culture fit at Archer — the students, the teachers, our team — I just think I really fit well with the ethos of how we approach college counseling here, which is very holistic and very student-centered, Tharayil said.
Q&A with college guidance counselor on supporting students through journey of self-discovery
Four stuffed animals and one stuffed avocado are clustered on a bed. A New York Times article stated that stuffed animals help people cope with stress because of the comfort they provide.
More than toys: Stuffed animals’ calming effects on mental health
Maia Alvarez (’24), Allie Yang (’25) and Shae Killam (’27) pose with an award after their Western Bay Forensic League tournament. Their tournament took place at Harvard-Westlake School March 2. Photo provided by Maia Alvarez.
Q&A with speech and debate team captains on promoting positivity, friendship within team
Gabrielle Cain stands at her graduation in Naval Academy outfit. She graduated from flight school and became a Naval Aviator in 2023. Photo provided by Gabrielle Cain.
‘Unicorn’ in her field: Life in the military as a Black woman
A graphic illustration displays an individual speaking a world language with a native speaker via an online conversation platform. Upper school French and Spanish classes incorporated Boomalang, and upper school Chinese classes switched student groups at the National Taiwan University to help students practice their communication skills in the target language. (Graphic Illustration by Emily Paschall).
Beyond the classroom: World language classes utilize tutoring platforms, students become ‘open-minded citizens of the world’
Chappell Roan stands in front of a vanity with a full face of makeup on and prom-like outfit for her album cover. Roan described her look in a Rolling Stone article as her own version of drag. Photo Source: Image from Official Chappell Roan site.
Review: Chappell Roan’s ‘The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess’ is an instant queer pop classic
Upon a backdrop of lush greenery, Kacey Musgraves holds a flower to her face, creating the album cover for Deeper Well. The album, released March 15, details Musgraves internal rhetoric of peace, whimsy and everything in between. Photo credit: “Deeper Well” album cover courtesy of Interscope Records .
Review: Kacey Musgraves heals, embraces peace on ‘Deeper Well’
There are sea anemones for days at Broad Beach, and, for some reason, the child in me cant help but get a closer look. This is just one of my favorite beaches in LA County that offers fun amenities and beautiful scenery you wont want to miss. Photo by Kate Hanney (25).
Review: My favorite beaches on LA County coast
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
Chappell Roan stands in front of a vanity with a full face of makeup on and prom-like outfit for her album cover. Roan described her look in a Rolling Stone article as her own version of drag. Photo Source: Image from Official Chappell Roan site.
Review: Chappell Roan’s ‘The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess’ is an instant queer pop classic
Upon a backdrop of lush greenery, Kacey Musgraves holds a flower to her face, creating the album cover for Deeper Well. The album, released March 15, details Musgraves internal rhetoric of peace, whimsy and everything in between. Photo credit: “Deeper Well” album cover courtesy of Interscope Records .
Review: Kacey Musgraves heals, embraces peace on ‘Deeper Well’
Serenity Jones (26) and Alice Rifenbark (28) interact with senior Sadie Longs artwork. Long and Chloe Resnick (24) opened their senior show, Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings, in the Eastern Star Gallery Wednesday, April 10.
Senior show ‘Roots & Reflections: A Surreal Look at Beginnings’ displays introspection, reflection on senior year
Various reality TV shows that are available for streaming on Hulu are shown. There are several genres within reality TV, such as makeover and romance, which makes reality TV appealing to different audiences.
From ‘The Bachelor’ to ‘Love is Blind,’ reality TV is ‘entertaining,’ ‘comforting’ despite inherent artificiality
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
A man works at the counter at The Bread Lounge. Loaves of bread lined the shelves at this bakery that prides itself on its bountiful offerings.
Review: Bread Lounge delivers delicious, doughy treats, unique experience
The bag customers at Sockerbit, a Swedish candy store, use to hold their delicious sweets is displayed. My favorites included their sour coke and lemon skulls and strawberry gummies.
Review: Sockerbit provides sweet escape into world of Swedish candy
Sweet Rose Creamery is shown above with its vibrant logo on display. The parlor makes a vast array of delicious flavors. 
Review: Sweet Rose Creamery has wonderfully versatile, delicious ice cream
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
The Apple Pan has a classic look and feel, with their slogan outlined on all of their signs: Quality Forever. Their classic Hickoryburger has a unique, smoky flavor that Ive never tasted before.
Review: The Apple Pan is an LA classic
A pickleball ball lays still on the sport court on Archers back field. As a part of their fitness curriculum, 10th graders have a pickleball unit, where they practice drills and participate in round-robin style play. 
What’s the dill: Exploring the popularity of pickleball
Freshmen Snow Zhou and Nicole Svendsen play against Pacifica Christian at Annenberg Beach Club on a day with sunny weather. During their season, the team had to adjust to the ever-changing weather in Los Angeles this year. Were very consistent with our serves, Zhou said. So even if its raining, we still put effort into the serves and all the practices.  Photo by Long Tom Zhou.
You’re hot then you’re cold: Varsity beach volleyball team perseveres despite weather challenges
The middle school softball team huddles together with head coach Bre Brown. The team has won all four of their games so far. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘They all have their own superpower’: Middle school softball team slides through beginning of season
A March Madness set-up displays multiple games and different teams merchandise. This years womens March Madness tournament, which started March 22 and concluded April 8, marked record-breaking viewership. Photo by Rebecca Lazarus.
March Madness: Students, athletic director discuss record-breaking viewership of NCAA women’s basketball
Eighth grader Andrea Fuentes pitches for the Archer middle school softball team at a home game against Brentwood School. Fuentes began playing softball when she was 4 and has pitched for the Archer team for the past three years.
Q&A with eighth grade pitcher of middle school softball team
These are promotional posters of films I want to rewatch before graduation. The films range from introspective, yet humorous, to nostalgic and lighthearted. Photo credits: Lady Bird poster courtesy of A24. Booksmart poster courtesy of Annapurna Pictures. 10 Things I Hate About You poster courtesy of
Witty, whimsical, wise: 6 films to watch before graduating
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
This collage features a book that showcases many of the Dior collections from 1947-2017. I hand selected a couple looks from collections dating back to the 80s all the way to 2015 that incorporate the trends I discuss in this column.
Column: 2024 in fashion: What to look forward to in this year’s style
These quotes give you a peek into Dolly Aldertons chaotic world and brilliant mind through her memoir, Everything I Know About Parties, Dates, Friends, Jobs, Life, Love. As my first memoir, I enjoyed witnessing the highs and lows of her lifetime, which lead to my subsequent existential crisis.
Column: Everything I didn’t know about memoirs
The candy aisle of a Target store represents the abundance of choices people have in our society on a day-to-day level, which can ultimately lead to decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is when you make poorer decisions due the exhaustion that comes from making a lot of previous decisions; I suggest combating it by decreasing the number of decisions you make per day, which leaves more mental energy for important choices.
Column: This or that? The problem of decision fatigue.
This image features a video of Andrew Tate’s entitled, “Outwork Everyone Else.” This photo represents how one might be sucked into his content, believing it to be empowering and motivational rather than the hateful rhetoric it truly is. It also illustrates how Tate markets his videos in an unassuming manner to draw in and indoctrinate new viewers.
Column: ‘Alpha Male Podcast Bros’ and the epidemic of misogyny
Celebrity names are connected by arrows to 4chan and Telegram logos. These are just some of the public figures who have been explicitly disfigured by AI on social platforms. (Graphic Illustration by Allie Yang)
Column: AI deepfakes denote deep consequences for all
Ten-year-old me holds a beet in one hand in the middle of a farm. Ive been vegetarian since I was 5 — a decision I promised myself Id stay true to. Photo by Jacoba Smulders.
Op-Ed: More people should consider a vegetarian diet
The words Advanced Placement and Advanced Study rest on opposite sides of a scale. In the 2022-2023 school year, Archer removed Advanced Placement courses, replacing them with advanced study. The editorial board reflected on this transition and shared their insights on the new courses. (Graphic Illustration by Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack) 
Editorial: Advanced study courses benefit student engagement, growth
The graphic illustration portrays a hand holding a heart, symbolizing a charitable nonprofit, next to a question mark. I have noticed a recent increase in youth-led nonprofit organizations, and I feel it is now more important than ever to consider the intentions behind their founding, which can affect the sustainability of such organizations in the long run. (Graphic Illustration by Melinda Wang)
Op-Ed: Passion should be the real foundation for student-led nonprofits
Freshmen Phoebe Gustafson and Lena Sakhnini look at their phones during lunch. Teens often find it hard to live without their phones on a daily basis. According to a Pew Research study, About three-quarters of teens (77%) say they use YouTube daily, while a smaller majority of teens (58%) say the same about TikTok.
Op-Ed: Charging your own battery
This photo was taken when my mom Tracy legally adopted me. We were surrounded by family and friends. Photo by Angelica Hernández.
Commentary: Growing up with an anonymous father
These are promotional posters of films I want to rewatch before graduation. The films range from introspective, yet humorous, to nostalgic and lighthearted. Photo credits: Lady Bird poster courtesy of A24. Booksmart poster courtesy of Annapurna Pictures. 10 Things I Hate About You poster courtesy of
Witty, whimsical, wise: 6 films to watch before graduating
My sister and I went to the Aquarium of the Pacific when we were younger. Entering an aquarium can feel like entering a new world. With the wondrous sea creatures and the unique habitats, there’s always more to explore. Photo by Lara Burnap.
Fun and fulfilling: 4 places to release your inner child
This image features four album covers from the highlighted, lesser-known artists I absolutely love. Covers include “Revealer” by Madison Cunningham and “Going Through It” by Eliza McLamb. Photo credits: “Revealer” album cover courtesy of Verve Label Group. “Going Through It” album cover courtesy of Royal Mountain Records. “Vienna (In Memoriam)” album cover courtesy of New Gold Medal. “Drunk on a Flight” album cover courtesy of AWAL Recordings.
4 favorites: Smaller, alternative musicians I can’t stop listening to
A collection of cut avocados rest on a cutting board. Using these avocados, I made a giant batch of guacamole for the Super Bowl Feb. 11.
The 4 best ways to eat an avocado (besides your basic avocado toast)
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows
Letter to the Editor: Archers insufficient communication about Israel
Letter to the Editor: Archer’s insufficient communication about Israel
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
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Broadcast: Annual Spirit Week brings excitement, creativity before spring break
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Womens Day event, honors theme of Inspiring Inclusion
Broadcast: GEG hosts International Women’s Day event, honors theme of ‘Inspiring Inclusion’
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Broadcast: Senior dance captain celebrates annual Night of Dance, reflects on Archer dance community
Lets Go to the Movies S1E3 - Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
Let’s Go to the Movies S1E3 – Cheating on the Oscars: What is category fraud and how is it changing?
The BLACKCAST S1E4 - And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
The BLACKCAST S1E4 – And the award goes to: Black creatives and award shows
S4E9 - The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E8 - The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E8 – The Scoop on student journalist Lisa, her perspective on student censorship
S4E7 - The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
S4E7 – The Scoop on students’ passion-led service projects
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Rose Sarner

Rose Sarner, Culture Editor

Rose Sarner joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2020 and was the Culture Editor starting in 2021 until she graduated in 2023. Sarner graduated in 2023.

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Strawberries, pots, blueberries and more fill the Eastern Star Gallery. Seniors Sara Steiner and Lily Prokop opened their ceramics show, Soirée, Wednesday, May 10.

A community soirée: Lily Prokop, Sara Steiner open senior ceramics show

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 18, 2023
Backup dancers walk out on to the stage for Frank Oceans performance. All of the backup dancers were set to ice skate around the stage; however, at the last minute, Ocean chose to change the entire set.

Review: Frank Ocean’s controversial 2023 Coachella performance deserves to be controversial

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 16, 2023
Fruits, grass, a mirror, cookies and sweet treats sit on Archer’s haft-seen table. A haft-seen table is created to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, and allowed for Archer students to engage with the culture. 

Students present on Nowruz, Ramadan, construct Haft-Sin table

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
April 23, 2023
Oracle staff members discuss and edit articles. Layout and Design Editor of Archer’s yearbook Lucia Ponti (’24) and Sports Editor Surya Patil (’25) said they ensure every story has three sources, follows AP-Style rules and includes fact-checked information.

#BalancedReporting: Archer publications students discuss what bias means to them

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 23, 2023
Archer seniors pull out invasive species from the Ballona Wetlands Friday Feb. 10. This activity was a part of the seniors service day which aims to promote community involvement and connection.

Seniors protect ecosystems at the Ballona Wetlands during service day

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 15, 2023
Archer varsity seniors smile after securing a win against Buckley to conclude their senior night.  The team won their league and went on to CIFs where they lost in the second round.  

6 stars: Varsity soccer seniors lead team to league title, playoffs

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 15, 2023
Shirin Pakfar answers panel questions posed by Olivia Miro (’24). The conversation took place during lunch, Jan. 5., in history teacher Beth Gold’s classroom.

Refugees and activism: united nations member Shirin Pakfar presents to students

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 22, 2023
Junior Camila Blank plays the violin with her fellow violinists during the orchestra’s performance on Saturday night. Orchestra was accompanied by Archer’s choir and a cappella groups during the Winter Concert.

Kaleidoscope: An interplay of musical notes

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 16, 2023
Senior Georgia Ehrlich poses for a photoshoot in Israel during her summer program where she explored new dance styles. Ehrlich spent this past summer choreographing, dancing and learning from experts around the world.

Q & A with YoungArts award recipient Georgia Ehrlich

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 10, 2023
The witch reveals their spell to the Baker and his wife in a scene from the upper school musical, Into the Woods. Senior Grace Delossa played the Baker, Bryce Collis (’25) played the Baker’s wife and Anaiya Asomugha (’24) played the witch. The musical was performed in the Blackbox theater Nov. 11, 12 and 13.

Upper school presents ‘Into the Woods,’ an interwoven musical journey

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
December 16, 2022
The Weekend begins his concert at the top of the Toronto skyscraper as a group of women in red walk down the stage. After this dark opening number, The Weekend incorporated different light colors to keep audience members excited and engaged.

Review: The (Second) Weekend Concert

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
December 15, 2022
The New York Times tracks the 2022 midterm election results. Democrats have secured control over the Senate, and Republicans have secured control over the House of Representatives elections with six seats still not called. 

‘Young people will decide this election’: Archer students learn about their impact on 2022 midterm elections

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 29, 2022
Hermanas Unidas club members Emily Hernandez (24), Gizelle Moran (23) and Jullie Cach (24) pass out fruit to community members in the courtyard. This booth aimed to honor street vendors who sell assorted fruit and educate the community on what it means to be a street vendor.

Untold Stories: Hermanas Unidas celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Archer community

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 27, 2022
The rescue team races through the narrow walls of the cave in search of the boys soccer team. The inspiring documentary, The Rescue, follows a Thailand boys soccer teams escape through floods and disasters.

Review: ‘The Rescue’ highlights power within ones community

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 14, 2022
The music room is a creative space for students to explore their own compositions and creative skills. Advance Study classes have started working with other Archer musicians to incorporate into their final projects.

Advanced study music courses offer new opportunities for Archer musicians

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
October 6, 2022
Sisters and founders of non-profit organization, Cocos Angels, are advocating for foster children in Los Angeles through their events. Delara and Layla Tehranchi organize events to connect with foster children and provide them with resources they gathered through drives.

‘We knew that we needed to take action’: Delara, Layla Tehranchi expand ‘Coco’s Angels’

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
September 14, 2022
Eighth grade dancers perform their student choreographed dance in the historic courtyard during lunch. Student choreographers had creative freedom as they choose their costumes, music and dancers.

Movement, music and memories: Archer presents Festival of Dance 

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
June 2, 2022
Junior Georgia Ehrlich sits with many hands around her face, which highlights the experiences and feelings humans share. Ehrlich’s show “Sentinent” will be shown Wednesday, June 8, at the Electric Lodge Theater. 

Q & A with dancer, writer, producer Georgia Ehrlich

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
June 2, 2022
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

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 19, 2022
Lily Miro (22) shows observers her ceramic cups, bowls and sculptures that depict peoples mouths. The Eastern Star Gallery is filled with different forms of self expression and artwork from Miro, Ben-Meir and Soriano, that all come together to make énouement.

Paintings, pots and film: Naya Ben-Meir, Lily Miro and Faith Soriano open senior art show

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 15, 2022
The Middle Cs finish singing for the Brentwood Earth Day celebration. Both the middle and upper school a cappella groups preformed a song during the event.

Archer’s a cappella groups perform on International Earth Day

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 2, 2022
Librarians Jacque Giebel and Denise Hernandez sit in the library together during the school day. Giebel has chosen to wear a mask, and Hernandez decided to not wear one.

Managing masks: Teacher perspectives on indoor mask mandate lift

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
April 24, 2022
Sophomore Remi Cannon plays the mischievous fairy Puck in A Midsummer Nights Dream. This year, the production took place in the courtyard which allowed the cast to utilizes large sets throughout the entire performance.

A Shakespearean musical: Upper school presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 24, 2022
Junior Charlotte Tragos considers the complexities of the What is Love? exhibit and what it means to her. Junior Cira Mizel created a space where students and faculty can interact and reflect on the subject of love.

‘It’s vital to the times we’re living in today’: ‘What is Love’ exhibit explores complexities of love

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 8, 2022
My at home test has two red lines confirming that I have COVID-19. On New Years Day, my whole family and I tested positive for COVID-19, and began our 10 day quarantine.

Op-Ed: Surprise, it was not the worst 10 days of my life

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 4, 2022
Zoe Griffin (23) prepares a slide show discussing how to properly budget for the Billionaires Girls Club. Griffin hopes to empower younger women and make them more confident in their financial endeavors.

Money makers: Financial literacy classes help students manage money

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 23, 2022
Student leaders Noor Afshar and Margaret Morris promote Ecocide and spread the word on climate activism. Students were able to sign petitions and make posters during the First Fridays event held in the courtyard. Tuesdays theme for Scholastic Journalism Week 2022 is #AmplifyYourVoice, highlighting the importance of student-involvement within their school communities.

#AmplifyYourVoice: Student leaders highlight importance of community involvement

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 23, 2022
History teacher Elana Goldbaum and Dean of Student Life, Equity and Inclusion Samantha Hazell-O’Brien present on International Holocaust Remembrance Day through a pre-recorded video. The video highlighted the background and history of the Holocaust, as well as, what survivors are doing in the world today

‘I hope they extend the conversation’: Archer leaders discuss International Holocaust Remembrance Day

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 17, 2022
The upper school choir is pictured singing together for the first time in two years during a live performance. The upper school choir was just one of the performers during the winter concert.

‘There was a real buzz and excitement in the air’: Winter Concert returns to Archer

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 4, 2022
Hazell-OBrien presents on the restorative justice plan during an all school meeting. This was the first of many meetings towards restorative accountability.

‘Approach with the intention to understand’: Administration organizes affinity groups following campus incident

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 18, 2022
Thea Leimone and her family all participate in a Q&A hosted by the Athletic Leadership Council. Lemoine discussed how swimming has effected her life and what she is looking forward to during college.

Senior Thea Leimone signs likely letter to swim for Columbia University

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
December 1, 2021

Belwood Bakery

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 29, 2021
Uma Bajaj, age 10, gets ready to perform for her fifth grade elementary class in celebration of Diwali [2015]. Uma Bajaj said, “Diwali is always such a special moment that allows me to connect with my family.

‘Everywhere you see lights’: November 4 marks India’s largest holiday, Diwali

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 9, 2021
The left image shows Belwood Bakery in the cul de sac across from Archer where customers can order food from an outside widow. The right image shows the storefront of Clark Street, a new addition to Brentwood that offers indoor and outdoor seating. 

[Photo] Clark Street vs. Belwood

November 29, 2021
Star Gallery will show students something they have never seen.

‘A great rock for you is different than a great rock for me’: Eastern Star Gallery exhibit promotes ‘appreciation’ and ‘connection’

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
October 26, 2021
Student leaders of The Artemis Center set up a poster board during the club fair, informing the community on opportunities to engage with service. This year, as the club fair coincided with the Los Angeles climate strike, the Artemis center provided students with information about the strike happening that same day and encouraged students to sign a petition for California plastic laws.

‘It is not just to stand on the street’: Student leaders guide community engagement in climate strike

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
October 4, 2021
Pictured in the middle is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wearing a dress with the print reading, Tax the Rich, to the right is Kendall Jenner, and on the left is Kerby Jean Raymond. This years Met Gala highlighted the importance of using your voice to promote change.

Spring already: Annual Met Gala event takes place in fall 2021

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
September 23, 2021
​​Freshman Addie Myers and Natalie Huang study together in the student lounge during US-FLX block. Farley hopes students use this time to “connect with each other,” which Myers and Huang said they appreciate following a long year of online learning.

‘I think [this change] is really needed:’ Students share perspectives on new schedule for 2021-2022 school year

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
September 7, 2021
Carey Mulligan is pictured as she steps into the role of Cassandra Thomas. Cassie is at a local bar waiting to go home, pretending to be intoxicated, with yet another man who intends to take advantage of her. Promising Young Woman which premiered in 2021 was nominated for five Oscars and won the award for Best Screen Play.

Review of ‘Promising Young Woman’: A struggling feminist seeking revenge

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 24, 2021
Hana Cho (’27) and her classmates enjoy their first in-person class meeting on Apr. 23. Since they are sixth graders and have just entered Archer, this grade level meeting was the first time any of the students interacted with each other in person.

‘The bridge between the student body and the faculty:’ Class representatives reflect on past school year

By Rose Sarner and Nyah Fernandez
May 23, 2021
A mother and her two children walk away from a Larayas Bodega, a local grocery store. The grocery store is located in the middle of downtown Los Angeles and puts an emphasis on healthy nutritious food. According to Feeding America, inn 2020, an estimated 265,000,000 were living with food insecurity, partially due to lack of access to healthful food and affordable groceries.

‘Striving to help’: Understanding the underlying issues of affordable food

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 22, 2021
Leila Chakravarty preformed for Archella with her two kids, Rowan and Callie. They all sang a sweet song that [they] learned at the beginning of the pandemic … [the performance] meant a lot to us, Chakravarty said.

Archella adapted to grade level celebrations and video performances

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 17, 2021
Seniors Sydney Raucher, Kaitlyn Kim, Maggie OLeary, Eva Dembo, Jessica Tuchin, and Nicole Farmer celebrate their college decisions on the front lawn Friday, April 30. Seniors dressed up in their college gear today for an on-campus celebration in commemoration of May 1 knows as a national Decision Day in respect to the college process.

Caravan, celebration, college send-offs: Seniors take part in, reflect on National Decision Day

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
May 7, 2021
Ivy Woolenberg 25 works on an order for her business. Woolenberg started her baking business prior to COVID-19 however, she has been able to grow her business even more over the past couple months.

Baking for a cause, ring making and more: Archer students work on growing their small businesses

By Andrea Ramirez and Rose Sarner
March 22, 2021
Sophomore students take a socially distanced selfie with English teacher Stephanie Nicolard in her classroom. Students were welcomed back on campus to reconnect for social and emotional learning, as well as to continue their remote classes.

365 days later: Students return to campus for social, emotional connection

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 14, 2021
Prime videos newest series, The Wilds, released in December 2021, follows a group of teenage girls as they are stranded on an island. The riveting and surprising journey will leave you addicted.

Review: ‘The Wilds’ is not your ideal story line

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 6, 2021
The Oracle staff discusses the purpose of journalistic work via a virtual class. I have learned so much from being a student journalist, current Podcast Editor London Sinclair said.

Why do we do what we do?: Oracle staff reflects on purpose of journalistic work

By Chloe Fidler and Rose Sarner
February 23, 2021
The Tehranchi sisters delivered every gift to the many foster kids around Los Angeles. Their organization, Cocos Angels, raised a total of $50,000 this holiday season and are continuing their work with a focus on education around foster children.

Two sisters, one miracle: Delara, Layla Tehranchi start nonprofit ‘Coco’s Angels’

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 13, 2021
Erewhons hot bar has a new selection of sides every day made fresh that morning. All their ingredients are sourced locally.

Review: Every Angelenos’ dream and addiction: Erewhon

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
February 6, 2021
Sophomore Uma Bajaj plays for Actyve Volleyball, a volleyball club located in Santa Monica. In addition, junior Gabrielle Wolf plays for Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club which competed in the Coast Soccer League.

‘Covid wont stop us:’ Volleyball player Bajaj, soccer player Wolf continue training

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 31, 2021
Healthy and nutritious food should be a given right to everyone in the United States. To not ensure that every community has access to healthy and fresh produce is a lasting fault of American society.

Op-Ed: Healthy food is not a solitary issue

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 31, 2021
Sophomore Eliza Tiles collects a bucket of mud to later turn into clay. Tiles was able to collect clay for her ceramics class while she was knee deep in an inlet in the middle of Maine.

‘Clay is not compatible with computers:’ Ceramics classes adapt to remote learning

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
January 18, 2021
Senior Billi Newmyer speaks at a meeting with Lissa Muscatine (Hillary Clintons head speechwriter) last spring in D.C. at the School for Ethics and Global Leadership. Newmyer said she was able to engage in conversation with crazy people who she would never get to talk to before.

A year away: Newmyer reflects on unique junior experience

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
November 15, 2020
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