The Gamut

Ways to Cope With College Rejections

Anjali Suva, Senior Staff Writer • March 10, 2023

The day has finally arrived. You check your email obsessively, refreshing your applicant portal until a notification pops up. You click on it with bated breath — only to find a crushing rejection. While this experience is undoubtedly disheartening,...

Senior Features: OA Singers

Zoharys Jaen, Lifestyle Editor • March 10, 2023

Oxford Academy’s Singers set up colorful performances every year after months of hard work. For this issue of Senior Features, show choir seniors look back on the experiences they have made throughout the years on and off stage. Nathan...

Underrated California spring break spots

Sydnee Cho, Digital Content Editor • March 10, 2023

Spring break conjures up visions of week-long escapes to tropical locations like Cabo, Miami, Cancun, or the Bahamas. However, one week sometimes isn't enough time for a full adventure around the world. For those uninclined to leave the borders of California...

Celebrate Black Creativity With This Stellar Playlist

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor • March 10, 2023

With February being Black History Month, it’s important to honor Black musicians and their contributions to innovating music, but the celebration of Black creativity should not end here. From the contagious rhythms of Afrobeats to the atmospheric sounds...

It’s cookie time: Ranking the best Girl Scout cookies

Michelle Choy, News Editor • March 10, 2023

From Toast Yays to Thin Mints, Girl Scout cookie season is back in full swing. With a plethora of sweet treats on the cookie menu, it’s hard choosing which box to spend those precious six dollars on. So, here’s a ranking of the top five Girl Scout...

Rekindle your love of reading with Gamut’s book picks

Trisha Phan and Justin Le • March 10, 2023

For many, reading used to be a joy that has since faded — or for some, it was never there in the first place. To spark your love for reading, the Gamut has handpicked captivating reads that will keep you interested until the very last page. “Six...

Senior Features: For the love of Oxford

Zoharys Jaen, Lifestyle Editor • February 6, 2023

A proud group of students consistently coordinating events and elevating everyone’s high school experience, ASB is a key part of Oxford that continues to create memorable moments. For this installment, The Gamut places four ASB members in the spotlight. President...

Hearts & Crafts to make for Valentine’s Day!

Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • February 6, 2023

Valentine’s Day is swiftly approaching, so pondering the perfect gift to get your loved one beforehand may be worrying. Rather than opting for the typical roses and chocolates, try out these cute DIYs and activities! Sweet-heart Box If...

OCAPICA’s Fellowship is ROOTED in student growth

Trisha Phan, Editor in Chief • February 6, 2023

From Feb. 2 to May 11, find ROOTED students on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Magnolia High School discussing topics ranging from racial justice to holistic wellness. Run by the Orange County Asian and Pacific Islander Community Alliance (OCAPICA), a local...

Greening it up with Oxford’s new menu

Rachel Yoon and Haley Nguyen • February 6, 2023

Hundreds of hungry Oxford students rush to the lunch line at approximately 11:50 a.m. every day. Waiting for their arrival is a large selection of meals, from a balanced teriyaki, broccoli, and rice bowl to a more fun plate of pizza and fries (with a...

Ranking the Top Five Festive Holiday Tunes

Lavanya Shyamsundar, Managing Editor • December 16, 2022

With laughter, cheer, and holiday magic in the air, nothing embodies the holly-jolly spirit of the winter season more than some heartwarming Christmas tunes. Despite the plethora of seasonal jingles, only a few deserve recognition as a hallmark of Christmas...

Bridging cultures with Oxford’s Japanese Club

Trisha Phan, Editor in Chief • December 16, 2022

One of Oxford Academy’s newest clubs on campus, find OA Japanese Club in Room 404 every Wednesday! A look inside the room will find enthusiastic students sharing Japanese traditions with presentations and group bonding activities. Striving to diversify...