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  • March 176th grade has their Service Day Friday, March 21.
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Vivianne Arnold

Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter

Vivianne Arnold joined the Oracle in 2023 and became a senior reporter in 2024. She is a board member of Archer’s GSA and is involved in theater, debate and orchestra. In her free time, she enjoys reading, birdwatching and hiking.

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A section of charred mountainside stands next to unburnt Chaparral along Sepulveda. "It doesn't matter what's burning when you have the conditions like we have in California often," Director of the California Chaparral Institute Richard Halsey said. "Strong winds, low humidity, long term drought, you know. Grass, shrubs, trees, houses — doesn't matter. Once it gets started, it's not going to stop until it either hits the ocean or the weather changes."

Experts reflect on how to manage chaparral ecosystem after LA fires

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
22 hours ago
An entrance sign to Joshua Tree National Park stands surrounded by yellow wildflowers. Six employees were fired Feb. 14 by the Department of the Interior, raising concerns over the stability of the park as it heads into one of its busiest seasons of the year. (Photo courtesy of National Park Service)

Joshua Tree National Park in peril following recent layoffs

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
March 5, 2025
A pathway leads through the plants to the rest of the trail on a hike with my family a few months ago. Among its other benefits, walking can remind you the beauty of the world and break you out of the monotony of everyday life.

Op-ed: Why we should be walking more

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
February 26, 2025

Chaos, camaraderie and conspiracy: Senior class, teachers play annual game of ‘The Hunt’

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
February 24, 2025
A confused figure stands in front of the White House. In a survey sent to eighth-12th graders, many students said the recent presidential election caused them stress. Graphic illustration by Vivianne Arnold.

Election aftermath: Teenagers, professionals discuss mental health post 2024 presidential election

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
January 30, 2025
"Bog Myrtle," Sid Sharp's second book, sits in the library. The children's picture book has a cozy feel, which heightens its comedy when fairytale-like imagery is contrasted with more "modern" concepts.

Review: Children’s book ‘Bog Myrtle’ is an enchanting new cautionary tale for all ages

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
December 15, 2024
Senior Dylan Evans-Robinson jumps to hit the ball at Varsity Volleyball Senior Night. The team faced many new challenges this year, which led them to bond more than usual, junior Sara Salehi said. "I think volleyball is very mental in general, and so you really have to lean on your teammates," Salehi said. "You can't go through a season without becoming really close." (Photo by Archer Athletics)

‘Underdogs’: Varsity volleyball finishes inaugural season in Gold Coast League, adjusts to new team dynamic

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
December 4, 2024
Senior Danilka Foronda Zanipatin makes a paper flower with freshman Camila Carmona Gonzalez Friday, Nov. 1, as a part of Archer's lunchtime Día de Los Muertos celebration. Paper flowers also cover Archer's ofrenda, one of many ways loved ones are celebrated on the holiday. (Photo credit: Caroline Fu)

‘Culture should be shared’: Archer celebrates Día de Los Muertos

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
November 22, 2024
(Photo credit: IMDB Promotional Image)

Whimsy: 5 comfort movies to watch (or rewatch) this November

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
November 20, 2024

Slideshow: New ceramics teacher on teaching strategies, hopes for year ahead

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
November 13, 2024

S5E3 – The Scoop on Archer senior author, writing, publishing journey

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
November 2, 2024
Members of the seventh grade Improv Team Sofia Micelli, Ellie Epstein, Delainy Lloyd and Elle Brutocao improvise a scene during their lunchtime performance Monday, Oct. 27. Their scenes were randomly selected by audience participants, and were all Halloween-themed.

[Photo] Spooky scenes: Seventh grade improv team hosts Halloween-themed performance

By Siena Ferraro, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2024
At a Power Hour session, tutor Allie Yang ('25) laughs with Lily Poon ('25) and Danilka Foronda-Zanipatin ('25). Yang said a goal of Power Hour is to help students feel capable. "I really want to develop that individualistic confidence in my tutorees," Yang said.

Power up: Power Hour study space fosters independence, self-confidence

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
September 23, 2024
Seventh graders Anika Jain and Lily Bishton Kraus rehearse a "Hetty Feather" scene ahead of auditions Sept. 12. "I saw people rehearsing their monologues in the RBG courtyard, and they all sounded amazing," Jain said. "I'm really excited to get to do the show with them. "

Into the spotlight: Middle school students audition for play, expand comfort zones

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
September 20, 2024
Pink clouds surround three of Archer's palm trees at sunset. Most days as I walk to the bus, I am busy thinking about upcoming assignments. On the few days I choose to look up and admire the world around me, I am reminded of its beauty. This picture was the unexpected product of one such day.

Op-Ed: Do more nothing

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
September 13, 2024

School celebrates Moving Up Day, last day of 2023-2024 school year

By Vivianne Arnold and Melinda Wang
June 2, 2024
Smith demonstrates how she conducts her students in the orchestra room. The Spring Concert in May was Smith's last as orchestra director at Archer. "I hope that the joy and the whimsy continues," Smith said. "I hope that the program continues to grow. I hope that students still want to be in this space and be together in this space."

Learning alongside them: Orchestra director announces retirement after 23 years with program

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
May 30, 2024
2024 graduate Micaela Boxer Wachler serves at a beach volleyball match. Boxer Wachler has been playing indoor volleyball since fifth grade, but started playing beach volleyball this past year. Photo courtesy of Archer Athletics.

Senior volleyball player reflects on community, learning to collaborate with teammates

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
May 30, 2024
Sixth grader Addy Butler tends to tomato plants in Sustainability teacher Casey Huff's Growing Wild FLX block. Students tend to the garden by composting, planting crops and maintaining current plants. “There's so many things about sustainability that are not solely focused on the environment," Huff said. "There's always economic benefits, there are community benefits as well.”

Carbon Handprint: Role of schools in fighting for sustainable future

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
May 19, 2024
Middle school students in Willy Wonka look out into the audience while singing "There's No Knowing." Archer's productions of Willy Wonka occurred May 16-18 in the Blackbox Theatre.

[Photo] ‘A whole new set of eyes’: Middle school Willy Wonka Jr. cast, directors adapt to leave of director

By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter
May 27, 2024
Librarian Denise Hernandez works at her desk during a quieter afternoon in the library. The library is often packed with students coming to study and work. Hernandez said she loves that the library is a safe place for students on campus.

Q&A with campus librarian on importance of collaborative hub on campus

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
May 10, 2024
Tenth grade students lead the Shabbat prayers as attendees gather around and join in prayer. The Shabbat prayers consist of candle lighting, blessing the wine or juice and blessing the challah. Photo by Mia Alpert.

Parents of Jewish Archer Students affinity group holds Shabbat, encourages community bonding

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
April 26, 2024
Harper Cox ('30), Milan Earl ('27), Ninu Alitoro ('29), Sydney Curry ('25), Selam Habtu ('28) and Lacey Thompson ('24) perform a step dance choreographed by Curry at the BSU's "Young, Talented & Black" celebration Feb. 29. "The step dance — that was something that none of us actually knew how to do, but it was a matter of like, 'Okay, we really want to do this,'" Curry said.

Black Student Union hosts ‘Young, Talented & Black,’ celebrates student artists

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
March 6, 2024
Voltaire's "Candide," one of the world's most well-known works of satire, is displayed. The 1759 novel questioned the Catholic Church and criticized authorities at a time when it was extremely dangerous to do so. Does it have the same impact today?

Review: ‘Candide’ may not be the best of all possible book choices for teens

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
March 1, 2024
Rachel Michiel poses with friends at a service program in the British Virgin Islands. Michiel said her experience in the program helped her to further appreciate different perspectives. “These are such beneficial and life-changing years that you want to make the most of your time, and that can be, you know, however you translate that for the summer,” Michiel said. Photo courtesy of Rachel Michiel.

Grow as they go: Students, administrators reflect on summer experiences

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
February 19, 2024
Artist and activist Fulton Leroy Washington speaks with sophomores Skylar Roberts, Serenity Jones, Selah Johnson, Alexa Grant and senior Ella Chang. Washington stayed after his presentation Feb. 2 to answer students' individual questions and speak with many about their artistic journeys. 

Artist, social justice activist Fulton Leroy Washington presents to community about art, personal journey, activism

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
February 5, 2024
Musical theater director Samara Kelly leads her Theater Arts: Introduction class through an improv game as freshman Lena Sakhnini holds out a hairbrush as a makeshift microphone. Kelly said her own high school theater community helped her explore her identity. "I loved the making something out of nothing," Kelly said.

An explosion of color and life: Through the eyes of Archer’s musical theater director

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
December 10, 2023
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