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The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
A senior show gallery titled "Age and Decay" is displayed. The exhibit was curated and created by seniors Sophia Bromwich, Shayaan Gandhi and Madison Mims, and it encapsulated themes of nostalgia, growth, whimsy and nature. The gallery had its grand opening April 9.

Senior show ‘Age and Decay’ turns back the clock on childhood memories, touches on nostalgia

By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter
April 16, 2025
An employee poses as he views examples of Benin bronzes which, together with collections such as the Parthenon sculptures, are the subject of talks of their return to countries of origin, displayed at the British Museum in London, Britain, January 25, 2023. REUTERS/Toby Melville

Op-Ed: Why looted artifacts must be returned

By Julia Ong, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2025
This box showcases African and Black American culture, while using the African American flag as a symbol to represent the connection between both cultures. Graphic Illustration by Dara Alitoro

Op-ed: Including African culture in the larger conversation of being Black

By Dara Alitoro, Staff Reporter
March 3, 2025
The 10th grade gift drive bin overflows with presents for foster youth. Ninth and 10th graders were encouraged to shop for gifts catered towards 8 to 11-year-old foster youth. The youth will be able to choose from donated gifts, which will be displayed at the “toy store” at the Coco’s Angels holiday event.

Fueling Futures: Coco’s Angels holiday gift drive allows foster youth to envision goals for future

By Phoebe Measer, Senior Reporter
December 9, 2024

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

By Vivianne Arnold, Senior Reporter
November 13, 2024
A student models a top Annie Altemus ('25) crocheted. "My visions for my pieces are always dynamic," Altemus said. "I love being able to adapt and switch stitches as well." Photo by Annie Altemus.

Crazy for Crocheting: Q&A with senior on her passion for crocheting

By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter
November 10, 2024
The title of this senior show, "Evanescent," is shown behind one of Lila Paschall's pieces: a sculpted clay hand. Hannah Kremin described their process of choosing the name for their show. "It seemed like they stumbled across that word and they found the meaning and they were like 'this is it,'" Kremin said.

‘Evanescent’ senior show aims to help viewers appreciate beauty of the natural world

By Phoebe Measer, Senior Reporter
May 27, 2024
Senior Gemma Larbalestier shows world language teacher Juan Carlos Moraga Vidal her artwork, which combines the human experience with music. Larbalestier and Olivia Miro’s senior show, “Genesis,” took place May 1 in the Eastern Star Gallery.

‘Genesis’ senior show connects music, nature to the human experience

By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter
May 3, 2024

Broadcast: Artemis Center hosts Art and Activism table, students reflect on their involvement

By Lola Thomas and Tavi Memoli
March 4, 2024
A child paints at an Alexandria House event, to which Arts for Hearts donated art. Junior Lili Franks founded Arts for Hearts, a club geared towards mixing art with service. Photo by Lili Franks.

Mixing art with service: Arts for Hearts Club allows students to explore creative passions

By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter
February 6, 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
The Eastern Star Gallery's second show of the year, "Zine," features political and activist zines, or small magazines. Photographer and artist Daisy Noemi, along with the Eastern Star Gallery members, curated the exhibit, which opened Wednesday, Jan. 24, during lunch.

Art as activism: Eastern Star Gallery show ‘Zine’ highlights advocacy through interactive experience

By Audrey Chang, Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2024
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