The end of the year is a time for reflection and learning; Who better to learn from than the students who have seen it all? For The Gamut’s final issue of the 2025-26 school year, hear from graduating members of staff as they share their favorite memories, words of advice, and lessons navigating the...

Senior year is almost over, and with less than a month left of the school year, it’s officially time to capture the last moments of high school. Whether these graduation photos are for your Instagram carousel, commitment post, or just a keepsake, finding the perfect location can make all the difference.   Coastal If...

As the school year comes to a close, take a look at how OA-HOSA and Art Club have fundraised and why! These clubs have raised cash through chocolate sales, boba sales, and games in order to create better activities and fund competitions.   HOSA Every Thursday lunch in the MPR, members...

The last two weeks of school: a time to pass around yearbooks and pens between students and teachers, discussions over summer plans with friends, and efforts to make the last few days feel nostalgic despite the unchanged routine. The relaxed, yet excited vibe of the last two weeks of school can be used...

Eighth-grade violinist Eunice Lee competed in the American String Teachers Association (ASTA) National Orchestra Festival and won the grand prize in the middle school division. The festival was held from Feb. 26-28 in San Francisco and featured 11 nationally recognized middle school ensembles.  As...

Spring break is a welcome oasis before the final quarter of school; Students get a chance to rewind and reset before a final push towards summer. Hear from four Oxford students as they share how they enjoyed break!   Sakura Iyota-Nguyen, 11th Grade What were your favorite ways to unwind...

The days are getting warmer, and flowers are budding; spring is finally here! From exams to plans for summer, it feels like everything is speeding up. Now is the perfect time to slow down and make memories. What better way to do that than with a themed dinner party?   Garden party What...

Coming-of-age movies hold a special place in film and television, capturing the hearts of viewers of all ages. Whether they feature children discovering the world, teenagers questioning authority, or adults finding their identity, these stories reflect the moments that transform us and shape who we become....

Take a look into your classroom when your teacher is absent, and chances are you’ll see Mr. Del Campo or Mrs. Schuster: two of Oxford’s most famed recurring substitutes. Both started as classroom teachers, but after departing from their own classrooms, took up subbing to connect with students’...

From moving as a political refugee to building bridges and camps amid war zones to teaching at Oxford, Dr. Francisco Alonso has always answered the call to serve when he was needed. Following his remarkable journey as a professional civil engineer, he dedicated 13 years to teaching, with this school...