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SHOP VINTAGE: At popular events such as Long Beach Flea, you can find unique items curated by local business owner and OA junior Jordi Romero.

Exploring a passion for fashion with junior Jordi Romero

Sydnee Cho and Audrey Lee March 5, 2025

While Oxford Academy isn’t exactly known for the peaks of fashion (moreso polo shirts, uniform-approved outerwear, and slim-fit khakis), junior Jordi Romero breaks out of this woefully unstylish stereotype. Expanding beyond the average humble Depop user clearing out one’s closet, Romero owns and...

ColorforJuli: Hope of rekindling her creative side sprouted into a passion-filled nail tech business. (Illustrated by Kathleen Vo)

Julia Cayabyab polishes the perfect nail business

Miriam Santos, Senior Staff Writer March 5, 2025

From scrolling through nail art pages on Instagram to posting her own work on the app, Oxford Academy sophomore Julia Cayabyab has come a long way in the first year of her nail technician business, Color for Juli. On the path toward becoming a business owner, Cayabyab sought a new way to express her...

Creative ways to create your perfect picnic

Creative ways to create your perfect picnic

Rachel Yoon, Managing Editor March 5, 2025

With warm, clear skies underway and colorful tulips blooming, now is the perfect time to host a picnic. But before you reach for the classic checkered blanket and finger sandwiches, consider elevating your typical get-together with these ideas — dressed from head to toe with themed food and matching...

Celebrate Friendship: Show appreciation for all the friends in your life with these Galentine’s day ideas

Galentine’s Day ideas to celebrate fun & friendships

Kenzie Laing and Aarya Halankar February 6, 2025

Although known as the holiday for romance, Valentine’s Day is a chance to appreciate all types of love and friendship. Originating from the popular NBC sitcom Parks and Rec, Galentine’s, celebrated on Feb. 13th, is a day where friends come together to display their appreciation for one another. So...

Lovely Picnic: Enjoy one of these pastries whether under the sun or from a cutely wrapped gift box.

Switch up sweet treats for your Valentine

Miriam Santos, Senior Staff Writer February 6, 2025

A day dedicated to sharing affection with loved ones tends to be made bland with pre-packaged candy and cheesy, mass-produced cards and presents. This Valentine’s Day, ditch the basic bouquets and heart-hugging teddy bears for sweet treats whipped up with heartfelt intent.   Candy Heart...

Bewitchment for Bookworms: Enjoy a Valentine's date with a splendid love story!

Sugar-sweet books for the season of love

Natalie Akins, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

As Valentine’s Day approaches, people often connect with their loved ones through the typical cards and chocolates. However, a captivating book can be an even more magical experience for yourself or a literary friend! Try one of these reads to celebrate love in all its forms.   Perfect on...

Brighten 2025: Look forward to sustainable self-improvement with a few easy and enjoyable tips.

How to rekindle your new year resolutions

Jimena Beltran, Senior Staff Writer February 6, 2025

By the time February hits, the rush for reinventing oneself in light of the new year has often died down. Sustaining the journey to a picture-perfect life feels more like a chore than the invigorating dream it was once intended to be.    Even those still hanging on to resolutions face a daily...

Senior Features: Hardworking upperclassmen

Miriam Santos, Senior Staff Writer February 6, 2025

Some seniors’ daily tasks consist of working hard at school in the daytime and effectively at their jobs in the night to balance both commitments. For the first Senior Features of second semester, employed seniors take the spotlight! Reenie Cao — Interesting things you’ve learned while on the...

Bringing San Fransokyo to Oxford’s Homecoming

Millie Kwon, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

Oxford’s 2025 Homecoming dance, “A Night in San Fransokyo,” was hosted in the gym on Jan. 25. A reference to the movie Big Hero 6, HOCO was a night of vibrant energy accentuated by the elaborate decorations; and beneath it all, a committee of students who worked hard behind the scenes to organize...

HOLIDAY CHEER: Embrace the season with your friends and celebrate Friendsmas with these activities.

‘Tis the season of Friendsmas festivities

Justin Le, Op-Ed Editor December 12, 2024

The holiday season is rocking just around the corner — streets are brimming with twinkling lights and the giving season’s jolly cheer. For just one night, get in the festive spirit with your friends at home and celebrate Friendsmas! Confections & Crafts  Arguably the most important aspect...

POW DAY: Snowboarder pulls off a STEEZY trick while showcasing a variety of fashion options to improve skiing/snowboarding style.

Your key becoming a STEEZ master in the snow

Amy Bao, Staff Artist December 12, 2024

Put on your helmets, zip up your jackets, and strap in your boots because snow season is officially here. Although learning how to participate in snow sports is no easy feat, getting out there is the first step toward improvement. As a rookie snow athlete, it is necessary to recognize safety, but...

Senior Features: Link Crew leaders

Senior Features: Link Crew leaders

Miriam Santos, Senior Staff Writer December 12, 2024

With years of high school experience under their belts, Link Crew leaders bond with underclassmen and welcome them into Oxford’s community with open arms. As for this month’s Senior Features, a few Link Crew members shed light on what it’s like being an influential leader. Sue Leen Park —...

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