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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
Kaitlyn Lavichant from Flintridge Preparatory School shares her piece, “Life Through a Digital Camera,” at the annual Literature &... Conference Friday, March 8. The conference took place in the library from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and upper school students were invited to attend during their free periods or English classes throughout the day.
16th annual Literature &… Conference brings community together to recognize importance of literature
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’
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
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
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
Mia Vosicher (25) walks Hollyn Alpert (28) through the Willy Wonka script. Vosicher originally applied to be a stage manager, but at the last minute, she applied to be assistant director. Encouraging the middle schoolers to take risks and really go outside of the thoughts of their character choices is whats going to make the show strong, Vosicher said.
Q&A with assistant director of middle school musical
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 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
Senior Lacey Thompson dives into the pool. The varsity swim team won first place in their first league meet Tuesday, March 5, at Crespi. Photo by Archer Athletics.
Varsity swim coach Wilma Wong reflects on coaching career, Archer swimmers describe her impact 
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
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
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
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
Sixth grade Dean of Culture, Community and Belonging Natalie Kang ice climbs in Erie, Colorado, where she goes every year with her husband and friends. Its something I always look forward to for winter break. Its kind of a non-traditional Christmas or holiday choice, but its what works for us, Kang said. Photo provided by Natalie Kang.
Ice climbing, homemade wrapping paper, a Swedish Christmas: Teachers share their favorite ways to celebrate the holidays
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
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
S4E9 - The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels
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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Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter

Sydney Tilles joined the Oracle as a staff reporter in 2022 and became a senior reporter in 2023. She is on the Archer tennis team and dance company. She loves learning about current events, participating in service learning and activism. She has a passion for government, politics, and social justice.

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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

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
March 24, 2024
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’

By Zoe Gazzuolo and Sydney Tilles
March 21, 2024

S4E9 – The Scoop on Archer’s English curriculum, impact of certain novels

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
March 21, 2024
Selah Johnson receives her award for second place in Los Angeles Countys annual Poetry Out Loud competition. Johnson performed American Smooth by Rita Dove and Black Matter by Keith S. Wilson. Photo provided by Selah Johnson.

One poem at a time: Poetry Out Loud runner-up moves to statewide competition

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
March 7, 2024
Administrative Assistant Nilusha Patel sits behind the desk in the front office, where she answers the school phone and greets students and parents. She joined the Archer family in 2000, and she has since moved from the college guidance department to the front office.

[Photo] Celebrating the women of Archer

By Lucy Williams, Voices Editor
March 14, 2024
Sabrina Walker (24) and Megan Kelley (24) pose wearing their Bruins jerseys, as they are both fans of the hockey team. Kelley started a fantasy hockey team with her friends, including Walker. I love hockey so much. My moms from Boston, so shes been a fan her whole life. Ive grown up on Boston sports teams, and hockey is one of the biggest sports there, Kelley said. I love hockey — especially in LA, not many people play it or watch it. Photo courtesy of Megan Kelley.

Connecting near and far: The multifaceted love of fantasy sports

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
February 12, 2024
Middle school students play mini volleyball on the Sport Court Friday, Jan. 12, for Fun Friday. Eighth grade Dean of Culture, Community and Belonging Hannah OConnor, along with Middle School President Asha Parry (28) and class representatives Sydney Lem (28) and Sophie Salehi (28), have been planning Fun Fridays this school year.

Fun in the sun: Middle school students share their love for Fun Friday

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
January 19, 2024
Sixth grade Dean of Culture, Community and Belonging Natalie Kang ice climbs in Erie, Colorado, where she goes every year with her husband and friends. Its something I always look forward to for winter break. Its kind of a non-traditional Christmas or holiday choice, but its what works for us, Kang said. Photo provided by Natalie Kang.

Ice climbing, homemade wrapping paper, a Swedish Christmas: Teachers share their favorite ways to celebrate the holidays

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
January 5, 2024

S4E3 – The Scoop on the life of Student Body President Anaiya Asomugha

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
December 10, 2023
In the 2023 haunted houses opening scene, it was senior Alex Martins birthday slumber party, where they are watching Scream. The theme was a birthday slumber party mixed with classic horror movies. 

Slumber party turned horror nightmare: Behind the scenes of the 2023 senior haunted house

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
December 3, 2023
Service Squad member Avery Greene (26) donates food to the Service Squads annual Thanksgiving food drive Nov. 12-17. They created posters and set up bins for food in the front hallway, and at the end of the week, Greene sorted the food to be ready for donation. 

‘Accessible form of giving back’: Service Squad hosts annual Thanksgiving food drive

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
November 28, 2023
I went with my friend to see Arctic Monkeys perform live at the Kia Forum Sept. 29. It was one of the best nights of my life, and I cannot recommend this band enough. Photo courtesy of Sydney Tilles.

Review: Arctic Monkeys’ The Car Tour was best night of my life

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
November 9, 2023
This is a group photo of my journalism class, a mix of freshman through seniors. I appreciate how Archer supports our press freedom and educational autonomy. Photo by Kristin Taylor.

Op-Ed: Freedom is a right, not a privilege

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
November 1, 2023
Freshman Ella Tulloch presents at the Los Angeles County Science Fair, where she placed first in pharmacology March 13. Tulloch made it into the top 300 Junior Innovators out of 1,828 in the 2023 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge. Photo by Allan Tulloch.

Q&A with top 300 Junior Innovator Ella Tulloch on her science journey

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
October 13, 2023

Broadcast: Archer taps into new safety measures with School Pass

By Oona Seppala and Sydney Tilles
October 11, 2023
The varsity cross country team stands together after their first league meet. The team competed in the Westside 2 Mile and came in fifth place Sept. 5. Photo provided by Kim Smith.

Varsity cross country works to overcome challenges of individual sport, prioritizes connection

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
October 5, 2023
Jane Davis uses her computer to work in her office, room 129. Davis is the associate head of finance and operations and has been at Archer for 14 years. Ms. Davis has a fiery and passionate commitment to ethics and justice, Pavliscak said. She is a balance of prudent financial stewardship and this feisty, politically active dog rescuer. Thats Ms. Davis.

Associate Head of Finance and Operations Jane Davis shares a look inside her time at Archer

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
June 1, 2023
This WordCloud depicts students and faculty members responses when asked the question, What are three words that come to mind when you think about our justice system? Attorneys and judges described what they see as the underlying biases in L.A.s justice system and how they are working to combat them. (Graphic Illustration by Sydney Tilles)

Seeking justice: LA attorneys, judges discuss bias in system, ways to address it

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
June 1, 2023
The school gathered in the courtyard on Tuesday May 23 for the Senior Tea Party. The Honor Executive Council gives their speech in a form of a song for the seniors apart of HEC.

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The Animal Rights Club holds a bake sale fundraiser with treats ranging from cookies to donuts to customizable lemonade. The club raised money for the Sanctuary at Soledad, an animal rescue center, Thursday, May 11, in the courtyard.

Baking a change: Animal Rights Club hosts bake sale, fundraises for the Sanctuary at Soledad

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
May 17, 2023
My mother and I ride bikes at Santa Monica Beach. We had an amazing time with this activity last summer, and I would highly recommend trying it.

7 fun things to do with your friends this summer

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
May 16, 2023
Freshmen Josie White, Finley Vincent, Olivia Hallinan-Gan, Liv Karp, Natalie London, Sylvie Hacker and history teacher Meg Shirk set up the composting initiative. They passed out compost pails for food scraps to ultimately help fight against climate change.

Ninth graders serve community by passing out composting pails

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
April 23, 2023
A picture of Pamela Anderson from Netflix for her documentary. The documentary is called Pamela A Love Story.

Review: ‘Pamela, a love story,’ is a powerful film depicting strong women taking power back

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
April 15, 2023
The beach volleyball team practices at Edinburgh beach. The team started practicing in the beginning of February and has played Palisades Charter, Notre Dame and Viewpoint.

Beach volleyball reaches midpoint in season, athletes reflect on team environment

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
March 20, 2023
Depicted is the flag representing transgender pride with an athlete in the middle. There was no way to tell whether the athlete was male or female to show that no matter the gender, anyone can play sports. (Graphic illustration by Sydney Tilles)

Op-Ed: Transgender athletes should compete with their gender, not sex

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
March 1, 2023
Junior Maia Alvarez recites her selected poem for upper school students and judges. Archer’s upper school students gathered in the dining hall for Poetry Out Loud presentations Monday, Jan. 9.

[Photo] Asomugha wins schoolwide Poetry Out Loud competition, advances to regionals

By Cadence Callahan, Voices Editor
January 16, 2023
Sophomore Julianna Hatton sits down in the Archer courtyard with her math notebook and calculator ready to work on math. Hatton specializes in math and began tutoring students during the pandemic.

Julianna Hatton inspires students to enjoy learning through math tutoring business

By Sydney Tilles, Senior Reporter
December 16, 2022
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