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Student Body President Rose Chuck (23) dances with seniors Eliza Tiles, Georgia Ehrlich and Azel Al-Kadiri in the courtyard on the kickoff First Friday event of the year. Many students, from sixth graders to seniors, ran around, ate candy and taped magazines to Student Council’s Archer vision board.
Dance parties and visions: Student Council kicks off First Fridays event, celebrates community
Students arrive to campus on their first day of the new school year September 6. Prior to the start of school, students from a variety of grade levels experienced outdoor education programs, orientation or a College Jumpstart Meeting.
Fall Outing, orientation and College Jumpstart: Archer leadership welcomes students back to campus
Junior Kayla Bruce uses Canvas to look at their English assignments. Sophomores, juniors and seniors accessed the Canvas technology training asynchronously on the first day of school.
Students, teachers switch to new learning management system, adjust to Canvas
Students gather in the courtyard on the first day of classes to eat lunch and take their yearbook photos while trying to stay in the shade as much as possible. At the start of the new school year, the Los Angeles community experienced Californias hottest and longest heatwave in its history. It takes a lot of effort for you to do the tasks that you need to do when its too hot, facilities staff member Enrique Montoya said. You need to keep drinking water and make sure you stay cool throughout the day.”
Record-setting heat wave challenges community’s first week back
Archer leadership announced the Health and Safety Protocols for this school year. The main changes in the protocols compared to last year are that masking is optional and there is no surveillance testing. 
Archer leadership announces COVID-19 guidelines for start of school year
Sara Gil Sáiz, Monique Sim and Agustin Pacheco pose for pictures in their classrooms by books, games, posters and equipment for their classes. The Oracle sat down with the three new faculty members to discuss their first weeks at Archer.
Q&A with new teachers, Agustin Pacheco, Monique Sim, Sara Gil Sáiz
Sisters and founders of non-profit organization, Cocos Angels, are advocating for foster children in Los Angeles through their events. Delara and Layla Tehranchi organize events to connect with foster children and provide them with resources they gathered through drives.
‘We knew that we needed to take action’: Delara, Layla Tehranchi expand ‘Coco’s Angels’
Senior Daisy Marmur performs in the Maccabiah Games in Israel. Over the summer, Marmur represented the United States in the Olympic sanctioned event in rhythmic gymnastics.
Summer spotlights: Students pursue passions over break
The journey of Archers Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The journey of Archer’s Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
Sophomores Kayla Bruce, Audrey Chen, Maddie Lundberg and Sophie Paul laugh after their friend made a joke. Bruce said she was lucky to have found friends who care for her and are able to talk about anything.
‘In a room full of people, you might feel alone’: What does it mean to belong?
Four books written by Latina writers are displayed above. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I recommend checking out these books that depict the stories and history of Latines in the United States.
Five books written by Latina authors to read right now
Eighth grade dancers perform their student choreographed dance in the historic courtyard during lunch. Student choreographers had creative freedom as they choose their costumes, music and dancers.
Movement, music and memories: Archer presents Festival of Dance 
Seniors Emily Cadenas and Naobi Benjamin pose with their flowers to commence the opening of their art gallery. “Character Development” opened Wednesday, March 30, at the Eastern Star Gallery and highlighted their joint artwork about their growth as POC women. “Working with Emily  — she’s one of my best friends, so it’s cool to have a best friend who will encourage you and help you,” Benjamin said. “Our gallery was really successful because we have that trust and connection as well.”
‘Character Development’ in progress: Senior art show explores ‘space of transformation’
Junior Georgia Ehrlich sits with many hands around her face, which highlights the experiences and feelings humans share. Ehrlich’s show “Sentinent” will be shown Wednesday, June 8, at the Electric Lodge Theater. 
Q & A with dancer, writer, producer Georgia Ehrlich
Junior Mia Ronn performs the poem, The World is About to End and My Grandparents are in Love, by Kara Jackson. I think [the poem] is so relevant and impactful. It feels like the news is constantly overwhelming our generation, Ronn said. With COVID we havent especially gotten the same sort of teenage experience and all of the things that we sort of hoped to experience. I think were in a place of wondering what our lives are going to look like.Ronn originally won the school contest of the Poetry Out Loud competition last year in December and has now advanced to nationals as one of the top nine finalists.
Q & A with Poetry Out Loud finalist Mia Ronn
Four books written by Latina writers are displayed above. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I recommend checking out these books that depict the stories and history of Latines in the United States.
Five books written by Latina authors to read right now
Eighth grade dancers perform their student choreographed dance in the historic courtyard during lunch. Student choreographers had creative freedom as they choose their costumes, music and dancers.
Movement, music and memories: Archer presents Festival of Dance 
Seniors Emily Cadenas and Naobi Benjamin pose with their flowers to commence the opening of their art gallery. “Character Development” opened Wednesday, March 30, at the Eastern Star Gallery and highlighted their joint artwork about their growth as POC women. “Working with Emily  — she’s one of my best friends, so it’s cool to have a best friend who will encourage you and help you,” Benjamin said. “Our gallery was really successful because we have that trust and connection as well.”
‘Character Development’ in progress: Senior art show explores ‘space of transformation’
Junior Georgia Ehrlich sits with many hands around her face, which highlights the experiences and feelings humans share. Ehrlich’s show “Sentinent” will be shown Wednesday, June 8, at the Electric Lodge Theater. 
Q & A with dancer, writer, producer Georgia Ehrlich
Junior Mia Ronn performs the poem, The World is About to End and My Grandparents are in Love, by Kara Jackson. I think [the poem] is so relevant and impactful. It feels like the news is constantly overwhelming our generation, Ronn said. With COVID we havent especially gotten the same sort of teenage experience and all of the things that we sort of hoped to experience. I think were in a place of wondering what our lives are going to look like.Ronn originally won the school contest of the Poetry Out Loud competition last year in December and has now advanced to nationals as one of the top nine finalists.
Q & A with Poetry Out Loud finalist Mia Ronn
The falafel pita, served with perfectly fried falafel, red cabbage, tomatoes, pickles, cucumbers, tahini, and hummus. A deliciously classic falafel pita.
Column: A Meating Point and an ending point
11 Madison Parks summer salad highlights all different types, colors and shapes of tomatoes. This was one of my favorite dishes at 11 Madison Park because of how fresh each ingredient included is.
Review: 11 Madison Park’s new plant-based menu has transformed fine dining
The pork (left), chicken (middle) and brisket (right) tacos in all of their glory. They are served with a charred green pepper that gives each taco a nice kick of spice.
Column: Gochu Gang: A Korean-Mexican fusion dream
The Surf and Turf burger is topped with a whole fried lobster tail, crispy onions, lettuce and a perfectly toasted bun. This was definitely the star of the menu and worth every penny.
Column: Surf and turf, burger style
Claire Leimone poses will a Trader Joes reusable bag filled with grocery items. On top of their fantastic food and welcoming stores, Trader Joes provides recyclable and reusable bags.
An ode to Trader Joe’s
Track and field team members Coco Takessian (28), Nissara Shah (28) and Mia Goldberg (28), get in their positions to start running in a track event at Brentwood School April 20. It is a really tiring sport, but I love the team so much, Farah Sandoval (28) said. We all were equally exhausted and worn out, so [the team] all had fun and joked about it after.
Pride and progress: Middle school track and field team reflects on season
The middle school purple tennis team celebrates after finishing as runner-ups at the Pacific Basin League Finals with Head Coach Paula Feignbaum and Assistant Coach Sydney Streimer.  “Wanting to see your teammates succeed, you’re not really focused on yourself,” Sepalla said. “There was a little bit of anxiety surrounding going into the finals because I don’t think anyone had ever done anything like that before. But, when we got there, we knew that our nerves would settle because we were there together. We weren’t on our own.” 
Swings and wins: Middle school tennis runner-up in PBL finals and Individuals Championships 
Junior Treasure Brown throws the shot put as she competes in the event. Varsity track and field went to Harvard Westlake Wednesday, March 23, to compete in this league meet. The team consistently placed top three in their league meets and are the 2022 Liberty League Champions.
Trophies and triumphs: Varsity track and field finishes spring season
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
Swimmers Thea Leimone (’22), Chloe Resnick (’24), Amelia Hines (’24) and Lacey Thompson (’24) compete in the CIF Division 2 finals in Mission Viejo May 6. This was the team’s first time competing in the event. “Even though it was about results — and that’s what you’ll see in the weekly emails — the biggest part of the swim season is being together and being a part of a team,” Hines said.
Archer swimmers compete in CIF Division 2 finals, place 10th out of 50 schools
Pictured above is the loading screen from Before Your Eyes. Created by GoodbyeWorld Games, the game takes players through the memories of the main character as he navigates the afterlife.
Column: One blink at a time
Jackson Wang performs at Head in the Clouds. Located at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, the annual music festival celebrates Asian and Asian American artists and culture.
Column: Head over heels for Head in the Clouds
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
Thousands gather in Downtown Los Angeles May 14th to protest the preliminary decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, a set precedent. The choice by the Supreme Court is evidence of dangerous continued attacks on the most vulnerable.
Column: Speak out, speak now
This graphic depicts posters for several documentaries and films that I chose, exploring various topics highlighting influential women. I hope you find inspiration from this selection of films and engaging content. Graphic illustration curated with promotional film, tv show and documentary images.
Spirited six: Feminist films to empower, inspire over summer
Pictured above is the loading screen from Before Your Eyes. Created by GoodbyeWorld Games, the game takes players through the memories of the main character as he navigates the afterlife.
Column: One blink at a time
Jackson Wang performs at Head in the Clouds. Located at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, the annual music festival celebrates Asian and Asian American artists and culture.
Column: Head over heels for Head in the Clouds
As Scotland becomes the first country in the world to make period products free to everyone, the milestone reminds me of how much work still needs to be done in the period poverty movement in the United States, and beyond.
Column: The price of a period
Thousands gather in Downtown Los Angeles May 14th to protest the preliminary decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, a set precedent. The choice by the Supreme Court is evidence of dangerous continued attacks on the most vulnerable.
Column: Speak out, speak now
The class of 2022 stands in front of their grade door during Color Wars. The hardest goodbye I will ever have to say is to those I call my family. The past four years have been nothing short of a roller coaster, and I could not imagine my life without each and every person in my grade.
Column: My final farewell
News headlines of three school shootings, including the mass shooting last week at Robb Elementary school. In a nation frequently grieving from school shootings, is time we, the students, answer the question, What makes us feel safe?
Editorial: What makes us feel safe?
My first photo from the 2018-2019 Oracle staff. This photo was on the lanyard I wore when I reported. Since my first year writing for The Oracle, I have held positions as a Staff Reporter, Cultures Editor and Features Editor. 
Commentary: So long, Pub Lab
On Friday, April 30, seniors gathered on the stairs of the veranda to celebrate their accomplishments and acceptances to college. This day, for me, was filled with so much joy and excitement for each one of my classmates because it really showed off all the hard work that we put into our years at Archer.
Op-Ed: A letter to juniors
This illustration shows me thanking the Voices section. After two years of being the Voices Editor, I am more than grateful that I had this opportunity.
Commentary: Thank you, Voices section
Graduating Editor-in-Chief Vaughan Anoai poses for her kindergarten graduation photos (top left) and smiles in her Archer polo during her first day of senior year. After seven years at Archer, Anoai reflected on her journey through middle and high school, more specifically what her role as Editor-in-Chief meant to her.
Letter from the Editor: And that’s all she wrote
This graphic depicts posters for several documentaries and films that I chose, exploring various topics highlighting influential women. I hope you find inspiration from this selection of films and engaging content. Graphic illustration curated with promotional film, tv show and documentary images.
Spirited six: Feminist films to empower, inspire over summer
I frequently find myself searching for summer playlists but none are ever perfect. I have attempted to curate the ultimate summer playlist full of joyful music.
Magnetic music: Dance-worthy playlist perfect for summer
After a busier shift than normal, my apron would be covered with splatters of various creams, caramels and syrups. Throughout my time working at Starbucks, I have experimented with numerous ingredients and have discovered some of the best matcha-incorporated beverages.
Best matcha drinks, flavor combinations from a Starbucks barista
A group of seventh grade students sit in the sun on the front lawn during lunch. The group originally began sitting there when one of them decided to use the drain cover as a makeshift table. 
Lunch time opinions: Students share favorite spots around campus
Claire Leimone poses will a Trader Joes reusable bag filled with grocery items. On top of their fantastic food and welcoming stores, Trader Joes provides recyclable and reusable bags.
An ode to Trader Joe’s
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
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
The journey of Archers Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The journey of Archer’s Maypole, Moving Up Day tradition
The Scoop S2 Ep3 - The Scoop on Hestias Flame, Archers Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep3 – The Scoop on Hestia’s Flame, Archer’s Yearbook
Planaria and Parkinsons Disease: Four student scientists place at California State Science Fair
Planaria and Parkinson’s Disease: Four student scientists place at California State Science Fair
Graduating seniors from the Oracle Staff, Sports Editor Gracie Doyle, Editor-in-Chief Vaughan Anoai and Features Editor Thea Leimone, show off their college spirit together. I think from here on, its only exciting things, Doyle said. We have a really, really fun end of the year. We get to participate in all these traditions. Then we have summer, which is always fun, and then freshman year [of college], which is so exciting and new. But Im really ready for the next chapter.
Pennants, pizza, photos: Seniors celebrate National College Decision Day
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 - The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 – The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep3 - The Scoop on Hestias Flame, Archers Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep3 – The Scoop on Hestia’s Flame, Archer’s Yearbook
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 - The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 2 – The Scoop on Division Disconnection
The Scoop S2 Ep 1: Inside the Walls of Archer with Samantha Hazell-OBrien
The Scoop S2 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
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Archer leadership announced the Health and Safety Protocols for this school year. The main changes in the protocols compared to last year are that masking is optional and there is no surveillance testing. 

Archer leadership announces COVID-19 guidelines for start of school year

By Audrey Chang, News Editor
September 4, 2022
Members of the junior class pose for a photo during their Arrow Week trip in Wyoming. The expenses for this excursion are included within the Flexible Tuition program.

Flexible Tuition program reduces barriers to entry, students hope for servery coverage in future

By Vaughan Anoa'i and Greta Irvine
May 23, 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
Junior Dani Fenster works on a homework sheet while wearing a mask in math teacher Matthew Barthas classroom. On May 4, the indoor mask mandate took effect once again due to the rising cases on campus.

Mask from the past: Indoor mask mandate reinstated until further notice

By Greta Irvine, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2022
Multiple seniors tested positive for COVID-19 Wednesday, April 27, on rapid home tests. Campus PCR testing from April 25 reported a 0% positivity rate.

COVID-19 campus update: Multiple seniors test positive on rapid tests

By Greta Irvine, Editor in Chief
April 28, 2022
Pictured is me watching a CNN news broadcast in regards to the recent COVID-19 outbreaks in Shanghai, China. It is troubling to watch the pandemic continue its rampage throughout the world, and makes me wonder when life will go back to normal.

Column: Is this the new normal?

By Sydney Frank , Columnist
April 28, 2022
Librarians Jacque Giebel and Denise Hernandez sit in the library together during the school day. Giebel has chosen to wear a mask, and Hernandez decided to not wear one.

Managing masks: Teacher perspectives on indoor mask mandate lift

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
April 24, 2022
Eighth grade aerialists Josie White (26) and Sylvie Haacker (26) spin as part of their aerial dance. Four eighth grade aerialists perform Titanium during the show.

Chilly Night of Dance ‘transforms’ Archer

By Jullie Cach, Staff Reporter
March 29, 2022
Math teacher Matthew Bartha explains classwork to juniors Dani Fenster and Sophie Wallack. Community members could decide whether or not to wear a mask in indoor spaces beginning March 14.

Student masking behavior, reactions following lift of indoor mask mandate

By Greta Irvine, Editor in Chief
March 19, 2022
Purple team player Phoebe Miro (28) throws the ball into the air to prepare for her next serve at the teams first match where they won 4-2 against Geffen. The middle school tennis team consists of new players and spirits that will foster friendships and improve the teams playing and community. Its not necessarily about winning, green team player Abby Berman said. Its just really fun to be able to play with my friends.

‘A sense of family and unity’: Middle school tennis swings into new season

By Maia Alvarez, Multimedia Editor
March 14, 2022
My at home test has two red lines confirming that I have COVID-19. On New Years Day, my whole family and I tested positive for COVID-19, and began our 10 day quarantine.

Op-Ed: Surprise, it was not the worst 10 days of my life

By Rose Sarner, Culture Editor
March 4, 2022
Vaughan Anoai (22) bench presses in the gym. Besides her club or school volleyball practices, she trains on her own. Even in the off season she makes time to weightlift and practice. “I definitely was grateful for the high school season which kept me in shape as we transitioned back and forth,” Anoa’i said. “I definitely view the two of them as interchangeable in the sense that they rely on one another.”

To rest or not to rest: How Archer athletes spend their off season

By Grace Doyle , Sports Editor
March 1, 2022
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