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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 letter of intent to swim for Columbia University
Seniors sit in the Blackbox Theatre as they wait for a video of college advice from Archer graduates during a surprise celebration. The celebration during US-FLX block also included Sprinkles cupcakes donated by the Archer Parent’s Association.
Words of wisdom: Seniors celebrate first wave of application deadlines
Marissa Gendy (22) and the senior class cheers for the commencement of the Founders Day and Senior Recognition Ceremony with Head of School Elizabeth English’s speech. “Well, in the immortal words of Taylor Swift, I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling 22,” English said.
Dream come true: Archer celebrates annual Founder’s Day and Senior Recognition Ceremony
Eighth-graders Julia Ong, Shayla Covington and Callie Roth represent their grade in the pumpkin decorating contest. Teams from all grade levels had to use their own supplies to transform the pumpkin in 15 minutes.
Spooktacular celebrations: Halloween returns to Archer
This image posted by the CDC is a magnified picture of the Covid-19 virus. The CDC has officially approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for individuals five to 11 years old prompting Archer leaders to expand the vaccination requirements to all students.
Administration expands vaccination requirements following CDC approval
Seventh grader Sloane Fitzgibbon and Dahlia Scarpa work together on a a cloud-based computer aided design program called Fusion 360 during the middle school InvenTeam meeting. InvenTeam uses Fusion 360 to create design models for Hydra.
‘We are becoming leaders’: Middle schoolers take charge in InvenTeam
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
Archers annual altar for Dia de Los Muertos is located in the front hallway of the school. Students are welcomed to bring in photographs or items to place on the altar and the work of art and Spanish students are displayed as well.
‘A beautiful tradition’: Archer celebrates Día de Los Muertos, students reflect on significance
Janet Lyon and Jane Davis celebrate Lyons retirement at an after school faculty and staff party. She deserves to retire because she’s worked so hard at this point over these years, but it’s like I feel like I’m losing a piece of myself,”  Davis said. Lyon is retiring from her role as Director of Operations after 22 years at Archer.
Into the limelight: Director of Operations Janet Lyon retires after 22 years at Archer
Meera Mahidhara works on her tutoring organizations, Mentorship Allegiance, website in the courtyard. She has four years of tutoring experience and created her own site in 2021.
Mentorship Allegiance: Meera Mahidhara’s self-built tutoring organization
Shayla Covington (26) films Julia Ong (26) and Skylar Roberts (26) posing in the lighting studio. On Nov. 17, they filmed their cooking show segment Flop Chef for the middle school broadcast.
Eighth grade film and TV elective captures ‘lighthearted spirit’ of middle school through broadcast
How do you take your morning cup? Whether its a holiday latte with waffles or a straight black coffee on the go, take the time to embrace this morning ritual. This fall, Im on the hunt to find the best pumpkin spice latte.
Commentary: Pumpkin spice and everything nice
Sophomore Camila Blank conducts the orchestra to her piece, The Carousel. Each rehearsal, there is typically a 20-25 minute period of playing The Carousel where Blank makes note corrections, checks for intonation and makes sure the orchestra plays as one. Even just being at Archer and having chances to be a leader in smaller ways and gain those skills, Blank said. Thats been really helpful for building up to larger things like this.
A new ‘precedent in the music department’: Camila Blank as Winter Concert’s first student composer
The delicious Kimchi Quesadilla with spicy Korean hot sauce. I perfect blend of the cheesy Mexican classic, and the refreshing Korean household staple.
Column: Down to Kogi town
Red (Taylors Version) was released on Nov. 12. This album is Swifts second re-recorded album released so far and is composed of 30 songs. Some of these songs are brand new, and some others, are from her first Red album.
Review: Taylor Swift takes us back to 2012 with ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’
Shayla Covington (26) films Julia Ong (26) and Skylar Roberts (26) posing in the lighting studio. On Nov. 17, they filmed their cooking show segment Flop Chef for the middle school broadcast.
Eighth grade film and TV elective captures ‘lighthearted spirit’ of middle school through broadcast
Sophomore Camila Blank conducts the orchestra to her piece, The Carousel. Each rehearsal, there is typically a 20-25 minute period of playing The Carousel where Blank makes note corrections, checks for intonation and makes sure the orchestra plays as one. Even just being at Archer and having chances to be a leader in smaller ways and gain those skills, Blank said. Thats been really helpful for building up to larger things like this.
A new ‘precedent in the music department’: Camila Blank as Winter Concert’s first student composer
Red (Taylors Version) was released on Nov. 12. This album is Swifts second re-recorded album released so far and is composed of 30 songs. Some of these songs are brand new, and some others, are from her first Red album.
Review: Taylor Swift takes us back to 2012 with ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’
Glory Chase (‘22) dips Isabelle Verdery (‘23) during an upper school musical rehearsal of the “Hanky Panky” number in the amphitheater courtyard. On Nov. 1, members of the musical had their costume parade outdoors, which consisted of the performers all trying on their costumes so they knew what the actual show would look like.
‘An exchange of energy’: Upper School Musical ‘Leader of the Pack’ sparks ‘connection’ and ‘enthusiasm’
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’
How do you take your morning cup? Whether its a holiday latte with waffles or a straight black coffee on the go, take the time to embrace this morning ritual. This fall, Im on the hunt to find the best pumpkin spice latte.
Commentary: Pumpkin spice and everything nice
The delicious Kimchi Quesadilla with spicy Korean hot sauce. I perfect blend of the cheesy Mexican classic, and the refreshing Korean household staple.
Column: Down to Kogi town
The Word of Mouth vegan truck located at the Vegan Exchange LA. This truck is my new favorite vegan spot in LA, Olivia Miro said.
Column: V is for vegan
The traditional Quesabirria tacos with beef which can be dipped in consomé sauce. A staple item at Tacos y Birria La Unica food truck and the main event of the whole taco truck experience.
Column: Basking in Birria
The famous Reubenstein sandwich, which combines a classic Reuben with a traditional bagel. This was my favorite find at Yeastie Boys, and a great way to kick off my food truck hunt around Los Angeles.
Column: Fight for your right to bagels
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 letter of intent to swim for Columbia University
Vaughan, Tiffany and Reno Anoai smile after Vaughan officially signed her letter of intent to play at Georgetown University. According to Marissa Gendy, fellow senior, Vaughan has worked so hard, and will do incredible things in the future.
Senior Vaughan Anoa’i signs letter of intent, commits to play Division I volleyball at Georgetown University
Middle school swimmers huddle together in the pool before an event. The Middle school swim team participated in and won the 2021 Pacific Basin League Championship, which was held on Nov. 7 at The Culver City Municipal Plunge pool. The meet started at 4 p.m. and ended at 6:39 p.m.
Prevailing in the pool: Middle school swim team wins Pacific Basin League Championship
The middle school cross country team poses with their championship plaque after their win. In a history making season, the team remained undefeated in their league meets and finished the season with a championship win. “It was fun sixth grader Camille Chi said. It was challenging, but I think it was really, really worth it.”
Middle school cross county ends undefeated season with championship win
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
uniors Letizia Oetker, Azel Al-Kadiri and Margaret Morris sit in a hallway before class studying for an upcoming biology test.
Commentary: My first full year of in-person high school 
We live in a society where women arent allowed to age gracefully and love who they please. So, instead of the cougar, its time we discuss the manthers of the world who are treated so differently.
Column: The man, the myth, the manther
A delicious bowl of mac and cheese sits on the kitchen counter. The meal isnt homemade, but it is a close second to the mac and cheese my mother makes for my family every Thanksgiving.
Commentary: A love letter to mac and cheese
The left image shows Rose Sarner posing in front of Belwood Bakery in the cul de sac across from Archer where customers can order food from an outside widow. The right image shows Greta Irvine drinking an iced matcha in front of the storefront of Clark Street, a new addition to Brentwood that offers indoor and outdoor seating. 
Clark Street vs. Belwood
As Thanksgiving approaches, its important that we acknowledge and and learn about the stolen land and Native culture that was lost amidst colonization of America.
Editorial: Giving thanks on stolen land
We live in a society where women arent allowed to age gracefully and love who they please. So, instead of the cougar, its time we discuss the manthers of the world who are treated so differently.
Column: The man, the myth, the manther
This graphic illustrates a conversation between two people, and how the verbal affirmation of a thank you or gratitude, in general, can transcend relationships and impact the lives of others. By saying thank you and actively demonstrating kindness, we are able to show those around us that we acknowledge their efforts and care for them deeply.
Column: The power of a thank you
My friends and I photographed walking, blissfully unaware of the struggles ahead of us.
Column: The walk of shame
This photograph was taken on my bus ride home, one late afternoon. Throughout the day, the sky was dark and the sun barely shined. This photograph depicts this. A day where everything felt dark, sun barely shining. This symbolizes the days where nothing feels to be in our favor with the sun barely peering through as the love we have for ourselves even in the dark.
Column: I can love you in the dark
The Word of Mouth vegan truck located at the Vegan Exchange LA. This truck is my new favorite vegan spot in LA, Olivia Miro said.
Column: V is for vegan
uniors Letizia Oetker, Azel Al-Kadiri and Margaret Morris sit in a hallway before class studying for an upcoming biology test.
Commentary: My first full year of in-person high school 
A delicious bowl of mac and cheese sits on the kitchen counter. The meal isnt homemade, but it is a close second to the mac and cheese my mother makes for my family every Thanksgiving.
Commentary: A love letter to mac and cheese
As Thanksgiving approaches, its important that we acknowledge and and learn about the stolen land and Native culture that was lost amidst colonization of America.
Editorial: Giving thanks on stolen land
This picture is a literal, illustrative metaphor of my parents unconditional support and love that pushes me through any obstacle. The pressures of being a first-generation student and being the oldest sibling in the family can be hard sometimes, but I wouldn’t change it for the world.
Op-Ed: What being first-generation means to me
Archer seniors dress up in extravagant doll costumes for the annual haunted house. As soon as I walked into the haunted house, I could feel the spirit and joy that filled the senior class, Junior, Noor Afshar said. Students were encouraged to walked through the Haunted House celebrating Halloween.
Editorial: Embrace the weird
The left image shows Rose Sarner posing in front of Belwood Bakery in the cul de sac across from Archer where customers can order food from an outside widow. The right image shows Greta Irvine drinking an iced matcha in front of the storefront of Clark Street, a new addition to Brentwood that offers indoor and outdoor seating. 
Clark Street vs. Belwood
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, here is a helpful list of gifts to get for your loved ones this holiday season.
Gift guide: What to bring to the Thanksgiving table
Con(grad)ulations: Gift guide for the graduate
Con(grad)ulations: Gift guide for the graduate
The left cup, filled with matcha, and the right cup, filled with chai tea, steaming before being enjoyed. Although Chloe and Grace often bicker about which drink is superior, they have finally found common ground and can agree that both are valid ways to enjoy morning-time.
A battle of how to start the morning: Matcha vs. Chai tea latte
Gift guide: Just because I love you
Gift guide: Just because I love you
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
Letter to the Editor: Inspirational advocates have advice for you
Letter to the Editor: Inspirational advocates have advice for you
Letter to the Editor: Grin yourself a good day
Letter to the Editor: Grin yourself a good day
Letter to the Editor: Elementary, My Dear
Letter to the Editor: Elementary, My Dear
Season 2, Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-OBrien
Season 2, Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-O’Brien
Rising seniors Chidimma Nwafor, Anny Rodriguez, Marley Mills and Andrea Ramirez pose for a photo together in the courtyard wearing their blue accessories. Ramirez holds blue bucket hats, which class reps bought for the entire rising senior class and senior mentors. On June 4, rising seniors spent Moving Up Day at school, commemorating their final hours as juniors.
‘A day to remember’: Rising seniors celebrate Moving Up Day
The Scoop S1 Ep 6 – Colonialism, Capitalism and Carbon Emissions
The week of May 24 was the seniors last week on campus. To celebrate, they ended Monday with a water battle to share some laughs and memories. This was a COVID-adapted version of the traditional fountain jump.
‘A chapter that’s closing — so another can open’: Seniors look ahead to college
This picture was taken at the Kedren Community Center Garden where one of Marley Mills gardens are located. Marley Mills said that she felt happy to see the plant starting to grow throughout the garden.
Through the eyes of Marley Mills: Flourish4Ever
Season 2, Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-OBrien
Season 2, Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-O’Brien
The Scoop S1 Ep 6 – Colonialism, Capitalism and Carbon Emissions
The Scoop S1 Ep 5 - #COVID19: Archer teen volunteers for adolescent Pfizer trial
The Scoop S1 Ep 5 – #COVID19: Archer teen volunteers for adolescent Pfizer trial
The Scoop S1 Ep 4 – Transition of Power: Conversations about Democracy Part 2
The Scoop S1 Ep 4 – Transition of Power: Conversations about Democracy Part 2
The Scoop S1 Ep 3 –Transition of Power: Conversations about Democracy — Part 1
The Scoop S1 Ep 3 –Transition of Power: Conversations about Democracy — Part 1
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Vaughan Anoai

Vaughan Anoa'i, Editor in Chief

Vaughan Anoa'i joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2019 and became the News Editor in 2020. In 2021, she became the Editor in Chief. She loves playing volleyball and has played on the Varsity team for all four years of high school. She is also on the executive board of the Girls Empowering Girls (GEG) club at Archer and serves as a PAWS tutor for middle school students. Additionally, she is an Archer Ambassador. In her free time, you can find her spending time with friends and family, working out or reading.

All content by Vaughan Anoa'i
One of this years promotional memes created by the Pillars of Salt staff, encouraging upper school students to submit their writing, art or photography to the magazine. The submission deadline was extended a week later to Nov. 12.

‘Pillars of Salt’ literary magazine extends submission deadline to November 12

November 7, 2021
Members of the middle school cross country team take their first stride at a Pacific Basin League (PBL) meet in Cheviot Hills. The running squad has earned first place finishes in both of their September meets, which marks the first time in Archer history for the middle school cross country team.

Middle school cross country sprints through season, makes history

October 12, 2021
Editor-in-Chief Vaughan Anoa’i and Features Editor Thea Leimone work on editing a story together in the Publication Lab. Anoai is serving as the Editor-in-Chief for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Letter from the Editor

September 22, 2021
Three neon signs illuminate the word Perfect in colors turquoise, yellow and white in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. My love-hate relationship with perfectionism has taken on a new meaning as I continue to evolve and grow older.

Op-Ed: My love-hate relationship with perfectionism

June 3, 2021
Uniform policy posters hanging in the bathroom describing the new rules from the 2018-2019 school year. As students return to campus they are now required to wear their uniforms whilst on-campus in addition to students who are continuing remote learning.

A united uniform front: Archer students required to wear uniforms on-campus, at home

May 18, 2021
Photographers wait for families to end their caravan experience with a family photo in front of the Maypole on Sunday, May 2. Seniors hung their college pennants on the portable wall for all to see the day before.

25 years of the ‘magic of Archer:’ On-campus caravan, gala celebrate anniversary

May 16, 2021
This illustration depicts a love letter among the various aspects of the busy lives of student athletes. The love letter recognizes all the hard work and sacrifice student athletes make to do what they love.

Op-Ed: A love letter to student-athletes everywhere

April 15, 2021
In this picture on February 10, 2019, the Grammys was hosted at the Staples Center. However, this year the Grammys aired the 63rd show on March 14 at. Students shared their opinions towards how the Grammys went with limited amount of audience members due to COVID-19.

[Photo] Lights, Camera, Action: Students react to socially-distanced Grammys

April 25, 2021
Junior class members play the game Heads Up in their assigned on-campus cohort group. Following the Spring Break, Archer will continue to host students back on-campus for in-person learning opportunities.

Archer community prepares for return to campus plans following Spring Break

April 12, 2021
An ICU unit is separated into two rooms to prepare for the surge of COVID-19 cases. Melissa Sharps Systems Biology & Disease class researched and studied both vaccines to better inform the greater Archer community through their work.

Vaccine injects ‘eye opening’ experience: Student-scientists research COVID-19 vaccines

March 26, 2021
The administration announced return-to-campus plans in a series of emails which includes specific dates for each grades with a combination of social/emotional learning and academic learning. More information and updates to follow.

Archer administration announces school-wide return-to-campus plans

February 28, 2021
For Scholastic Week 2021, Sundays theme is entitled Diversity Matters, and discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion within student-journalism.

Diversity matters: Community members reflect on representation within scholastic journalism

February 21, 2021
A cup of Valentines Day candies are scattered across a table. On Feb. 13, the annual Galentines Day celebration is held, which ceremonializes and commemorates the gift of friendship for all.

Op-Ed: Love me, love me not: Why Galentine’s Day should be equally celebrated as Valentine’s Day

February 7, 2021
A chef at a local restaurant prepares a meal while adjusting his mask. In California, Governor Gavin Newsom lifted the current stay-at-home order and extended the curfew for California residents. Because of this, restaurants, religious groups and other activities are now able to take place.

Community reflects on Newsom’s lifting of stay-at-home order for California residents

January 29, 2021
On June 6, 2020, men stand in unity at the Black Lives Matter protest in Washington, D.C.

Op-Ed: Selfie versus shooting: Double-standards emerge surrounding police response at Capitol Hill storming

January 24, 2021
An American flag waves over a car dealership in Los Angeles, California. Amid the insurrection, the American flag was one of the many examples of paraphernalia displayed at the storming of the Capitol. Pro-Trump supporters held up and waived this flag during the Save America march, that later turned into a violent rioting event, where the Capitol was ransacked and breached.

Community members reflect on Capitol riots, acknowledge white supremacy, white privilege

January 22, 2021
In the college admissions corridor, various pennants hang along the walls representing the past two years where Archer graduates have matriculated. For people of color, the harmful effects of microagressions surrounding the college admissions process has become an area of discomfort and discouragement, as topics such as race, athletics and socioeconomic status arise.

Op-Ed: The harmful effects of microaggressions surrounding the college admissions process

December 13, 2020
Archers very own mascot, the Panther, poses in front of a Winter Wonderland poster from a previous celebration on campus. Due to the recent surge of COVID-19 cases, this years Winter Wonderland caravan was cancelled until further notice.

Snow happens: On-campus Winter Wonderland caravan cancelled

December 12, 2020
People stand in line to vote with voting sign displayed in Washington, D.C. Donald Trump issued remarks on the election and mail-in ballots on Nov. 5 stating that there’s tremendous amount of litigation generally because of how unfair this [election] process was, and I predicted that. I’ve been talking about mail-in voting for a long time. It’s — it’s really destroyed our system. According to The New York Times, there was no evidence of voter fraud occurrence within this election.

Snail mail: U.S. Postal Service reports mail-in ballot delays on Election Day

November 8, 2020
Senator Kamala Harris speaking during the BBC News coverage of the vice presidential debate. The debate took place at the University of Utah on Oct. 7, 2020.

Let the chaos fly away: Vice presidential debate recognized as more ‘civil,’ ‘professional’ according to students

October 18, 2020
In the virtual space, members of Archers dance program have had to readjust and readapt their usual rehearsals for this semester. In preparation for the annual Night of Dance performance in the winter, all members of the program have been collectively rehearsing their respective dances via Zoom.

Dance like nobody’s watching: Archer’s dance program adjusts rehearsals due to remote learning

October 14, 2020
On December 3 2019, the Black Student Union (BSU) and Hermanas Unidas Club came together for a joint club meeting held in the HD room. This meeting was hosted by both clubs student-leaders as well as faculty advisers.

Goal-setting and reflection: Archer club leaders ‘excited’ to explore remote learning space

September 15, 2020
Seniors Gracey Wyles and Norah Adler socially distance while spending Labor Day at the beach in Santa Monica. Los Angeles County reached a record high temperature of 121 degrees over Labor Day weekend.

COVID-19 restrictions and heatwave burns up Labor Day weekend plans for Angelenos

September 15, 2020
The front of Archer on March 13, 2020, the last day of on-campus school activity. On March 8, 2021, in-person learning will officially begin again as the sixth graders arrive to attend class on the Archer campus for the first time.

Archer students and faculty continue remote learning plan for 2020-2021 academic year

August 28, 2020
Archer graduate Lena Jones recently proposed and petitioned to both the Archer student-body, as well as the faculty, for the inclusion of Malcolm Xs autobiography in at least one of the humanities courses. Jones, who was admitted to Yale University and is taking a gap year, offered to join in the conversation with junior classes as they discuss the autobiography in the spring.

Archer graduate Lena Jones proposes Malcolm X autobiography to ‘mend the hole’ within current curriculum

August 22, 2020
Seniors, also known as the girls on fire after being assigned the color red in Color Wars four years ago, pose in front of their banner at the Color Wars 2020 event hosted by Student Council on Feb. 14. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, all forms of social gatherings, including graduations are prohibited until further notice. For this years annual ceremony, the class of 2020 celebrated their commencement virtually via Zoom.

Virtual graduation ceremony, surprise performance creates ‘gratitude’ among graduates

June 8, 2020
The Class of 2018 graduates Archer. This year, the ceremony will be held online due to the spread of coronavirus.

BREAKING: Archer announces virtual graduation for seniors

May 21, 2020
ACTing in a pandemic: COVID-19 causes ACT, SAT cancellations, impacting juniors college process

ACTing in a pandemic: COVID-19 causes ACT, SAT cancellations, impacting juniors’ college process

May 19, 2020
This illustration depicts the effects and various stages of heightism that members of the Archer community and beyond can experience. Additionally, this image demonstrates the greater effect that heightism has within our society, considering it doesnt only affect one group or type of people. This illustration was created by graphic design artist and sophomore Molly Solowitz.

Heightism affects athletics, media portrayal, romantic relationships in contemporary society

May 11, 2020
A liquor store in Sheffield, UK posts a sign reminding customers to social distance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although businesses that provide essential services like food or healthcare are permitted to stay open, millions of people, including members of the Archer community, face financial uncertainty and job insecurity.

Cash, Community, COVID-19: Is Archer economically impacted by the novel coronavirus?

May 7, 2020
Emma London 21 and her horse jump over a fence during one of their shows this past season. The equestrian team participates in the Interscholastic Equestrain League, better known as the ECL.

Saddle up: Equestrian members leave their hoof-print on athletics program

March 22, 2020
Nia Mosby, Giana Parks and Hailey Adams warm up during one of their after school practices. The entire team feels excited to officially begin their season this year and begin competing. Their first liberty league meet took place on March 3.

Track and field sprints through preseason, sets goals for season

March 7, 2020
Students played in the courtyard with a bouncy beach ball while the LA vibe themed activities took place. In order to get spirit points students had to guess the ingredients in a Kreation juice drink.

[Photo] LA Vibe Day embraces Los Angeles stereotypes

March 6, 2020

#press4education: Community weighs in on press freedom

February 27, 2020
Upper school orchestra prepares to perform the piece Classical Symphony by composer Sergei Prokofiev. The choir, a cappella, and orchestra ensembles previewed the concert for all of the upper school on Jan.15.

Annual Winter Concert promotes inclusion,’ ’empowerment’ among performers

January 26, 2020
The varsity cross country runners take their marks at the league final meet. The runners collectively came in second place and beat their league rival, Pacifica Christian school. Throughout the season, every member of the team set a personal record.

Varsity cross country sprints through season, reflects on triumphs, challenges

December 13, 2019
Multi-colored prompts, prompt responses, and a rainbow ball-pit fill up the Eastern Star Gallery space for the Connections exhibit. Both students and faculty members used this space as an opportunity to make new connections and rekindle old ones.

‘Connections’ exhibit in Eastern Star Gallery sparks interactions between students, faculty

December 4, 2019
The Getty fire burns over a hill. Some families of Archer students were evacuated or faced power outages in addition to school cancellation.

‘We had to live with the unknown’: Students reflect on Getty fire impacts

November 7, 2019
The varsity cross country team, including senior Sophie Larbalestier, runs during an on campus practice. Larbalestier has been running cross country since the tenth grade and is team captain this year.

Q&A with varsity cross country captain: Sophie Larbalestier

October 24, 2019
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