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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’
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
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
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
Cannon performs a line after getting upset with Alice during the tea party. The Mad Hatter then calmed down and joined the rest of the guests for the remainder of the scene. Stella Leland (‘26) played the knave and reflected on their favorite part of rehearsals. “What stands out a lot is always the first read-through of something. Whenever we do that at any production — some of us might have read this script beforehand — its the first time the show is seen with everyone,” Leland said. “Who they are, their characters and everything, and its the first time youre like, ‘Oh, I can tell whats going to happen now.’ Its just a nice moment.”
A ‘nonsensical’ journey: Upper school presents ‘Le Gallienne and Friebus’ Alice In Wonderland’
Annie Friedman (’24) and Malia Apor (’24) pose for a photo in front of the title wall for their Petals and Paths senior art show. Friedman and Apor are Advanced Study Ceramics students and chose to display pottery with themes of nature and family Wednesday, March 6. “I’m drawn to using one glaze called overglaze to make it more cohesive,” Friedman said. “I know Malia uses something called underglazing sometimes, and it’s cool that there’s multiple different ways.” 
Senior art show opening ‘Petals and Paths’ culminates themes of family, nature through ceramics
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
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
Players on the varsity softball team gather on a field. Junior Avalon Garland said all of the positions, ranging from the pitcher to basemen, have to work together to create a strong team. Photo by Archer Athletics.
‘We have to rely on each other’: Players on varsity softball depend on each other to succeed
I work on breaststroke technique in preparation for a league swim meet. My favorite aspect of meets is encouraging my teammates in their races. Photo by Wilma Wong.
Commentary: Defining my own success in the world of competitive swimming
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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Surya Patil, Sports Editor

Surya Patil joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2021 and became Sports Editor in 2022. She is currently on the Archer varsity tennis team and on the Athletic Leadership Council. When she is not reporting or playing tennis, you can find her watching 2000s tv shows and spending time with her friends and family.

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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

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
April 10, 2024
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

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
April 7, 2024
Junior Lili Franks completes an ACT online practice math section, provided by Test Innovators. Franks, along with several other juniors, are planning to take the ACT in April.  

Yale reinstates SAT, ACT requirement, juniors discuss standardized testing plans

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 4, 2024
Volumes of The Oracle’s past print volumes are displayed. The editorial board reflected on the history of The Oracle, how it has changed over time and its purpose in our community.

[Photo] Editorial: Oracle origins: How the role of The Oracle, editorial board has evolved since founding

By 23-24 Editorial Board
February 26, 2024
The L.A. river is rushing with rainwater. Hazardous conditions caused by excessive amounts of rainfall prompted campus closure and asynchronous lessons Monday, Feb. 4.

‘Flashback to the pandemic’: Storm causes asynchronous learning, campus closure

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
February 9, 2024
Oatmilk, almond milk and cows milk are shown next to each other in a refrigerator. While alternative milk does have certain health benefits, unfortified beverages lack the levels of calcium found in cows milk. Junior Ivy Woolenberg said she consumes almond and oat milk on a daily basis with her coffee. Photo by Ivy Woolenberg.

Building bones: How adolescents should maximize bone strength, density

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 27, 2024
TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows

TV Throwbacks: My 10 favorite 2000s shows

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 24, 2024
Junior Gemma Wyles performs Blackened Lungs, an original song. Wyles performed the piece at the Girls Empowering Girls open mic event Friday, Jan. 5.

GEG hosts open mic event in courtyard, highlights Archer’s musicians

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 10, 2024
Mindset Performance Coach Pamela Kalinoski speaks to around 20 upper school students about the importance of being self-aware as an athlete. The event took place Tuesday, Nov. 14 in the library during US FLX Block. Photo by Abigail Borstein.

Mindset Coach Pamela Kalinoski’s key to a successful underdog sports performance: self-awareness

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
November 26, 2023
Eighth graders Phoebe Miro, Leani Al-Midani and Nissara Shah give a speech about child marriage in the U.S. and the world at their VOW for Girls fundraiser Friday, Oct. 20. The girls shared statistics about the occurrence of child marriage and educated their fellow eighth grade attendees about the dangers associated with it. Photo by Miya Nambiar.

Banning child marriage: 3 eighth grade students organize VOW for Girls fundraiser

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
October 25, 2023
INCAPTIVITY is an exhibit in the Eastern Star Gallery that features the work of Fulton Leroy Washington. Washington began his career in jail and created all of the oil-paintings exhibited in the gallery while serving a wrongful life sentence. 

[Photo] ‘Do it your way’: ‘INCAPTIVITY’ exhibit in Eastern Star Gallery inspires students with story of dedication

By Zoe Gazzuolo, Culture Editor
October 27, 2023
Senior Gemma Larbalestier dives for the ball during the game against Milken Community School. The varsity volleyball senior night ceremony took place after the game. Photo by Rebecca Aranda.

Varsity volleyball senior night displays ‘sisterhood,’ seniors reflect on leadership, legacy

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
September 30, 2023
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. Photo by Noah Lebenzon.

Hollywood actors, writers share insight into cause, impact of ongoing dual strike

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
September 13, 2023
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. Photo by Rebecca Aranda.

Q&A with Athletic Director Kim Smith on start of sports seasons, goals for year

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
September 12, 2023
Student Body President Anaiya Asomugha (24) and Executive Board member Tess Hubbard (24) hold their hands up to create a human tunnel as the younger students run through. Moving Up Day took place June 2 and commemorated non-graduating students and their achievements this year.

Moving Up Day celebrates ‘motivated,’ ‘creative’ rising senior class

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
June 4, 2023
Varsity basketball player Phoebe Ramirez (25) smiles as she accepts the Panther Award alongside her coaches. The Panther Award is given to one student athlete on each sports team for their demonstration of honesty, respect and responsibility throughout the season.

Athletic Awards Night recognizes upper school student athletes’ accomplishments, season highlights

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
May 25, 2023
Destroyed buildings and piled rubble span the northwestern area of Syria. Millions of Syrians live in the areas most affected by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria Feb. 6. 

Op-Ed: U.S. sanctions, political rivalries hinder foreign aid to Syria after earthquake

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
April 19, 2023

S3 Ep3 – Round Table: Varsity Winter Sports Captains

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 24, 2023
Sophomores Bryce Collis and Hayden Said perform Star Pants Waiting In The Sky, which was written by Collis. This scene highlighted coming-of-age themes as they explore their identities.

Drama Queens’ student-written performances tackle female-centered themes

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 9, 2023
Staff Reporters Lucia Williams (25) and Surya Patil (25) and journalism adviser Kristin Taylor accept the 2022 Online Pacemaker Finalist award at the 2022 National High School Journalism Convention. This award recognized high school news sites for journalistic excellence. 

Commentary: Celebrating Student Press Freedom Day with bold journalism, brave advocacy

By Surya Patil and Lucy Williams
February 24, 2023
Sophomores Siena Ferraro, Mia Vosicher and Bryce Collis present their display of books they brought in for the used book fair. The fair took place in the library Friday, Feb. 17, during lunchtime.

Sophomore Siena Ferraro hosts first used book fair, equitably promotes joy of literature

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
February 22, 2023
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

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 31, 2023
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

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 23, 2023
Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls

Gift Guide: Last-minute, winter-themed, for the girls

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 23, 2023

The Scoop S3 Ep2 – The Scoop on Antisemitism in Los Angeles

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 10, 2023
Crops grow at GrowGood, an urban farm located in Los Angeles. Senior Eliza Tiles has been volunteering at GrowGood since she returned from working on an urban farm in Maine. Urban farms help provide communities with sustainable ways of eating and can reduce outside temperatures, an effect of climate change.

Global South leads fight for climate justice; Archer students follow

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 8, 2023
Members of Hermanas Unidas and faculty present to Spanish-speaking families. Families gathered in Archer’s library Nov. 29 where they learned more about daily life at Archer and bonded over their common language and culture.

Familias Unidas: Community bonds over shared culture at Spanish-Speaking Family Night

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
December 6, 2022
Swimmers on the middle school swim team throw their hands up in celebration after winning the PBL championship. The PBL final took place at Palisades Charter High School Nov. 5.

Middle school swim earns 8th PBL Championship for swim program

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
November 27, 2022
Sophia Landers (24) smiles for a photo with her club poster. Landerss club focuses on engaging with French culture.

Club Fair showcases diverse range of students interests

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
October 22, 2022
Junior Malia Apor lifts the bar and two additional ten pound weights during A-train Sept. 22. A-train takes place from 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Learning to lift: Upper school students join A-train, Barbell Club

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
September 28, 2022
Pictured left to right are Nadia Ghassemi, Dominique Greene, Una Fox, Saira Rahman and Maddi Stein. At some point you might have to... just say, I believe this is the right path for me, Ghassemi said. And I may lose a little money or a little time in the short term, but its going to get me to where I want to be.

‘Confidence becomes the differentiator’: Women in business, technology speak on panel

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
September 27, 2022
Elle Vandewhege (26) serves a ball at a beach volleyball scrimmage against Windward School. Her partner, Similce Diesel (26), was prepared to return the opponents ball.

Pilot beach volleyball program engages middle school athletes post-pandemic

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
May 22, 2022
The writing on the glass refers to one of the soups of the day, and reads does not contain gluten ingredients. Meghan Lambert, director of dining services, said the servery aims to have at least one, if not both, of the soups of the day be gluten-free.

Students express concerns about gluten-free options in servery

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
May 18, 2022
A handful of trophies, medals and certificates that I have won in various activities lie on the floor. These examples of physical achievements represent the visible wins, but fail to reflect all of the hard work and challenges I faced throughout the process.

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This is a certificate I received after passing level five of Certificate of Merit in 2019 for piano and music theory. When I received it in the mail, my first emotion was relief, because I knew I would be free of judgement from the people around.

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Thiagarjan poses with his Division 7 CIF championship plaque. I do not get as much sleep as I should so I am usually very, very tired during school. Thiagarajan said. As an athlete, I have to have very good grades to play and when I do play [especially as goalie], my games have to be perfect.

‘It does have its toxic side’: A ‘desperate’ need for sports psychiatry in athletes’ lives

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
April 20, 2022
Panelists and hosts Samantha Garibaldi and Zoe Griffin converse with each other moments before the Q&A began. The panel was located in the dining hall and upper school students sat in rows of chairs to view the presentation.

‘You have everything to be successful’: Leading women in finance speak to upper school

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 27, 2022
Student Body President Langdon Janos and freshman Julianna Hatton prepare the Archer community for the pie to the face Executive Board members Marissa Gendy and Bess Frierson are about to receive.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Student perspectives on annual Spirit Week event

By Chloe Fidler, Voices Editor
March 22, 2022
Pictured are common materials found in teachers classrooms to combat the spread of COVID-19. Friday March 13, 2020 was the last day students attended school without masks on indoors. The two years and one day later, students will have the option to remove their masks indoors.

Archer lifts indoor mask mandate

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 12, 2022
Freshman Ivy Woolenberg holds one of her cupcake creations. This cupcake was one of several packed for an order she received. Throughout quarantine the number of orders she packs a day has increased exponentially. Over quarantine not a lot of bakeries were open, so it was a good time for me to leverage my business, Woolenberg said.

Student business spotlight: ‘BakedwithLovebyIvy’ takes off during pandemic

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
March 4, 2022
Sixth grader Bella Hansen dribbles to the basket. This home game was against Brentwood and resulted in a 18-16 loss for Archer. I got stronger, both as a player and as a person throughout the season, and saw improvement in myself, Hansen said.

Hoops and highlights: Middle school basketball wraps winter season

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
February 11, 2022
This picture shows me serving at 9 p.m. on a Tuesday night. I try to come out and take a basket of serves daily, in order to better my serve speed, technique and spin.

Op-Ed: What off-season?

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
February 5, 2022
Depicted is 14 Peaks featured climber Nirmal Purja, staring at a mountain range reflected in his goggles, before him. The image shown is taken from Netflixs main promotional poster, who released the film on Nov. 29, 2021.

Review: ’14 Peaks’ documents Nepalese climber’s inspiring expedition

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 28, 2022
Middle school students run through their dance during MS-FlX Block. Pictured was the dancers in formation at the beginning of a dance. All middle school students had the choice at the beginning of the school year to sign up for MS-FLX Block dance class in which the dance they learned would be showcased at the annual Night of Dance performance.

‘The restrictions have brought out strength’: Night of Dance plans shift as cases surge

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 19, 2022
At the VOXLunch performance, detailed programs were passed out to the audience highlighting the various performers. I think there was a moment where we both had this passion, Bahedry said. The event took place in the on campus garden, at lunch, on Dec. 3.

LunchVOX performance: Rose Morris hosts Archer’s first open mic event

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
January 12, 2022
Sixth grader Bella Hansen shoots a ball at the teams last game. They played Windward last Friday, Dec. 10, where they lost 8-38. We learned the importance of having a good balance between having a strong defense and being aggressive, seventh grader, Paloma Lebenzon said.

‘An exciting atmosphere’: Middle school basketball bounces into start of season

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
December 16, 2021
At the Archer in Action Fair, Chloe Fidler presents for Mayors Youth Council, and Charlotte Tragos and Sophie Altemus (not pictured) presents for Grassroots Democrats HQ. This fair took place in the courtyard, at lunch, on Nov. 9. Pictured from left to right are Chloe Fidler (22) and Charlotte Tragos (23).

Activism at Archer: Senior service learning projects shine through the Artemis Center

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
December 2, 2021
Archers new athletics assistant Madison Witt works at her desk. The Oracle held a Q&A with Witt, asking about her position and experience at Archer so far.

Q&A with the new athletics assistant: Madison Witt

By Surya Patil, Sports Editor
November 6, 2021
Members of the varsity cross country team celebrate after placing second in their first Liberty League meet of the season. They trained throughout the weeks prior to prepare for the meet. Pictured from left to right are Maya Acutt (25), Kayla Bruce (24), Kate Hanney (25), Gabriella Specchierla (25), captain Lauren Robson (22), Ali Aragon (22) and Keera Levell-Guerrero (23).

Just keep running: Varsity cross country embarks on season with CIF in mind

By Surya Patil and Lucy Williams
October 10, 2021
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