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Senior Features: The Beginning of the End

Senior Features: The Beginning of the End

Zoharys Jaen, Lifestyle Editor September 28, 2023

Senior Features are back! Coming to you from a graduating senior, Senior Features hopes to capture the memories, silly moments, and aspirations for the future as they leave our final mark and get ready to leave with a bang. As the class of 2024 embark on the final year of their Oxford journey, the only...

Mr. Howell, Ms. Altman, and Mr. Banderas are three of Oxford's new teachers this year.

Introducing the new year’s new teachers

Michelle Choy, News Editor September 28, 2023

Introducing...the four latest faculty faces in the 2023-2024 school year! As the school year began, Oxford welcomed its newest Patriots, Mrs. Zuhey Altman, Ms. Dolly Shueh, Mr. Toby Howell, and Mr. Andrew Banderas. Get to know these teachers who go above and beyond to give their students an unforgettable...

How To: Romanticize the Start of the School Year

How To: Romanticize the Start of the School Year

Mikaela Woo, Sports Editor September 28, 2023

Fall is the season of pumpkin spice lattes, cute Uggs, and comfy sweaters, marking the start of a new school year. Although many students detest the start of the fall semester and would rather linger in the relaxation of their summer festivities, autumn can also be a time of rejuvenation! Here are five...

Now landing at V's first stop: Layo(V)er

Now landing at V’s first stop: Layo(V)er

Nandita Bussa, News Editor September 28, 2023

After his last OST in 2021, BTS’s Kim Taehyung, known mononymously as V, released his debut album “Layover” on Sept. 8. The album serves as a testament to his artistic growth separate from BTS. Since creating music for HYBE Music since he was 15, his highly anticipated solo album experiments with...

That’s She-wbiz! Women Take the Summer Spotlight

That’s She-wbiz! Women Take the Summer Spotlight

Celine Park, Staff Writer September 28, 2023

In a blur of pink and sparkles, women undoubtedly dominated pop culture this past summer. Millions attended global showings of female-directed blockbuster “Barbie” and filled stadiums for Taylor Swift’s billions-grossing “The Eras Tour,” followed by Beyoncé’s sensational “RENAISSANCE World...

Photo courtesy of Ms. Lopez

OA Social Worker: Breaking stigmas with Ms. Lopez

Lavanya Shyamsundar, Managing Editor September 28, 2023

Meet Ms. Jacqueline Lopez, Oxford Academy’s social worker! Having worked in Anaheim Union High School District for five years, she’s entering her third year at Oxford, excited to help students and break the stigma around mental health. Motivated by her parents’ value of education and her own...

“Ahsoka”: A Mash-Up of New and Old Star Wars

Theoden Melgar, Digital Content Editor September 28, 2023

Disney debuted “Ahsoka” in live action on Aug. 22, piling on to the growing lineup of recent Star Wars series. Although the dual-wielding Jedi was popular among fans, she had previously flown under the radar as a figure limited to animated Star Wars films, such as “The Clone Wars” and “Rebels.” While...

Cute cafes to camp out in while studying

Cute cafes to camp out in while studying

Justin Le, Op-Ed Editor September 28, 2023

As the autumn air begins to crisp, start the beginning of the year strong with cafe recommendations to add some fall charm to your life. These cute spots can help maximize productivity and romanticize assignments — all while sipping some delicious drinks. If 7 Leaves and Starbucks aren’t quite cutting...

Olivia Rodrigo spills her "GUTS" in sophomore album

Olivia Rodrigo spills her “GUTS” in sophomore album

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 28, 2023

A gritty, heartfelt confessional, “GUTS” by Olivia Rodrigo captures the poison of newfound fame and failed relationships, locking it in an angsty, abrasive pop-punk album. Released Sept. 8, her latest record is a follow up to “SOUR” (2021), a profound debut that transformed the Disney star into...

Unearthing latest additions to Oxford's club life

Unearthing latest additions to Oxford’s club life

Rachel Yoon and Haley Nguyen September 28, 2023

Colorful trifolds and picture frames lined the quad from Sept. 12-15 for Oxford’s annual Club Rush, allowing students to join clubs aligned with their interests. With the addition of several student organizations, new explorable passions have invigorated the campus club scene. The OA Law & Politics...

It's Been A Long Time Coming: Taylor Swift took the stage at SoFi Stadium for six nights to close her U.S. leg of “The Eras Tour” (Photo by Paolo Villanueva/Flickr)

“The Eras Tour:” A Swift journey through time

Justin Le, Op-Ed Editor September 28, 2023

After almost five months on tour, Taylor Swift brought “The Eras Tour” to SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, becoming the first artist to host six consecutive nights there. Taking the stage by storm with a commanding aura and endearing presence, she celebrated her fans and career with approximately...

“Shazam! Fury of the Gods”: Another superhero movie

Laura Liu and Christine Nguyen May 17, 2023

“Shazam!” The 2019 superhero film based on the DC Comics character was a $367 million box office success, centered around teenager Billy Batson (Asher Angel) who can transform into an adult, alter-ego hero Shazam (Zachary Levi) by the shout of his name. However, its sequel, “Shazam! Fury of...

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