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The Oracle

The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

The Class of 2025 sits around a campfire on the last night of their senior trip in Big Bear. Students roasted s'mores and performed skits with their trail group, reflecting on their time spent together as a grade.
'No college talk': Senior Trip allows students to reset, bond in midst of college application process
By Phoebe Measer, Senior Reporter • September 14, 2024

Senior year for Archer students is often a busy year filled with college applications and many senior traditions. From Sept. 4 - 6, the Class...

Students talk, make sand castles and swim in the ocean during Fall Outing. The Class of 2027 went to Will Rogers State Beach for Fall Outing on Friday, Sept. 6.
Sand, sun, socializing: Sophomores take on Fall Outing in heatwave
By Charlotte Burnap, Senior Reporter • September 13, 2024

Under the scorching summer heat, sophomores ran across burning hot sand and dove into crashing beach waves. The Class of 2027 embarked on Archer’s...

Upper School Director Maggie Cenan works at her new desk in the administrative hallway. She accepted the role this summer after serving as the math and computer science department chair.
Former department chair becomes new upper school director, strives to implement new ideals
By Maya Hernández, Senior Reporter • September 11, 2024

While students were relaxing and enjoying their summer break, Archer's faculty and hiring committee were working to fill the position of upper...

Album covers for Sabrina Carpenter's "Short n' Sweet," Charli xcx's "BRAT" and Chappell Roan's "The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess" are displayed side by side. These albums were some of the most influential albums of the summer. But what do these albums have in common? They are all female-made pop albums that took the summer by storm. (Photo sources: Amusement Records, Atlantic Records, Island Records)
Culture Commentary: Pop-girl summer
By Francie Wallack, Features Editor • September 15, 2024

Although the weather may get warmer, and the years increase in number, each summer has one distinct facet in common with those that came before...

Archer varsity volleyball players run laps at a warm-up during practice Sept. 4. The team practices for two hours after school at Vertical Sports Performance. Several sports practice off campus, such as tennis and cross country.
Autumn athletics: Fall sports kick off school year with new league, teams
By Meredith Ho, Sports Editor • September 10, 2024

With a number of new changes and teams, Archer has kicked off the fall sports season. This year, Archer moved to the Gold Coast League, a high...

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

Throughout her time as a student, 2024 graduate Micaela Boxer Wachler was involved in various activities and sports, from orchestra to basketball...

The image above displays three quotes from public figures' commencement speeches and a short summary of AI robot Sophia's speech from D'Youville University. While AI is advancing its presence in the education sphere, human experiences should still be put at the forefront of teaching and learning. (Graphic Illustration by Allie Yang)
Column: The student should always triumph over AI
By Allie Yang, Columnist • May 29, 2024

As spring bleeds into summer to signal the end of the school year, graduation ceremonies across the country are upon us. While the majority of...

A stick figure—representing many American citizens—is questioning “Why TikTok?”, failing to understand why this topic is at the forefront of Congress’s priorities. The reasoning behind this expedited bill has had little justification, especially when considering the other issues the U.S. is facing. (Graphic Illustration by Alexis David)
Column: Seriously, Congress? TikTok?
By Alexis David, Columnist • May 15, 2024

They’ve done it. The members of the United States Congress have finally fulfilled their destinies. They’ve banned the poison infecting...

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

So often, we are — as the kids say — “on the grind.” The homework, meetings and chores pile up in our minds even more than in our planners...

Fellow Northwestern Medill Cherubs and I visit the Chicago CBS News Station. I watched the 11 a.m. news live and was able to see professional journalists in their element. Photo by Gabrielle Egozi.
Letter From the Editor
August 26, 2024
The iconic Hollywood Sign sits atop the hills of Hollywood. The Hollywood Sign is a must-visit tourist attraction in LA that is sure to fulfill all of your expectations. (Photo credit: Mika Drori)
Living in La La Land
By Francie Wallack, Features Editor • May 9, 2024

These are promotional posters of films I want to rewatch before graduation. The films range from introspective, yet humorous, to nostalgic and lighthearted. Photo credits: "Lady Bird" poster courtesy of  A24. "Booksmart" poster courtesy of  Annapurna Pictures. "10 Things I Hate About You" poster courtesy of
Witty, whimsical, wise: 6 films to watch before graduating
By Nina Sperling, Senior Reporter • April 22, 2024

Content Warning: "Lady Bird" and "Booksmart" contain explicit language and sexual content. Common Sense Media advises both are appropriate for...

The Scoop on Multimedia
The Scoop on Multimedia
By Oona Seppala and Francie Wallack May 21, 2024

In this episode of The Scoop, rising Multimedia Editor Oona Seppala (‘26) discusses the Multimedia section with current Multimedia Editor Francie...

S1E6 - Black & Coming Of Age: Black Prom, Debutante Balls, Sweet Sixteens
S1E6 - Black & Coming Of Age: Black Prom, Debutante Balls, Sweet Sixteens
By Sydney Curry and Kennedy Chow May 20, 2024

Whether it's quinceaneras or bat-mitzvahs, almost every culture has some form of coming of age celebration. Join hosts Kennedy Chow (‘25) and...