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REPRESENT: Oxford Student Ambassador Yarely Martinez poses for her AUHSD professional headshot.

Yarely Martinez takes on Oxford Student Ambassador

Rachel Yoon, Managing Editor October 24, 2024

Every year, the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) selects one senior from each of its 12 high schools to represent their school as the student ambassador. Oxford Academy senior Yarely Martinez has taken on this coveted position for the 2024-2025 school year. The AUHSD ambassador program opens...

Showcasing Spirit: The order of the daily themes posted on the wall.

Classes compete in a fierce week of vibrant spirit

Millie Kwon, Slice of Life Editor October 24, 2024

From Oct. 14 through Oct. 18, Oxford Academy buzzed with competition as grade levels competed in the Olympics themed “Patriot Games Spirit Week”. Using the 5-Star program, students registered participation points at the quad by dressing up for each day’s respective theme.   Monday kicked...

IN CELEBRITIES WE TRUST? In the end, endorsements can’t sway a country.

Star power fuels voters, not results

Natalie Akins, Staff Writer October 24, 2024

As the time to elect the 47th President of the United States draws nearer, celebrities weigh in left and right — literally and figuratively. Ever since President Warren G. Harding was elected in 1920, stars have vouched for political candidates to persuade the masses to do the same. However, while...

ADVOCATING FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: (Left to Right) Seniors Megan Hizon, Samantha Reyes, Cameron Oates, and Madisyn Alcancia encourage students to pre-register to vote.

OA Voters encourage voter pre-registration

Nandita Bussa, News Editor October 24, 2024

While most of the Oxford population will not be able to cast their votes in the upcoming presidential election on Nov. 5th, seniors Cameron Oates, Madisyn Alcancia, Megan Hizon, and Samantha Reyes have dedicated a civic action project to incentivizing seniors to pre-register to vote.  Civic Action...

ENCHANTING: "Tangled" theme provides outfit inspiration for Oxford Academy’s 2024 Fall Ball.

Fall Ball outfits that will have you sparkling under the floating lights

Kenzie Laing, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 23, 2024

Oxford Academy’s annual Fall Ball will be next Sunday, October 27 at the N Navy Golf Course. This year’s theme will be “A Night of Floating Lights”, inspired by the Disney classic, Tangled. With a week left, you might be having trouble deciding what to wear. From dreamy colors to enchanting accessories,...

CULTURAL DISREGARD: Asianfishing plays on stereotypes and undermines Asian people.

Asianfishing steals culture as Asians pay the price

Justin Le, Editor in Chief October 23, 2024

Asianfishing — when somebody manipulates their characteristics to appear Asian — has become increasingly prevalent online. This appropriation ranges from manipulating photos and videos or imitating Asian features with makeup to using Asian names online, imitating and disrespecting these communities....

Free Orange County bus passes: What should you do with yours?

Free Orange County bus passes: What should you do with yours?

Miriam Santos, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

For many students, the reality of getting to and from their home and any destination is limited to their parent’s availability and whether the walking distance is reasonable or not. If you’re under the age of 16, have an expired permit, or simply never have a ride, the Orange County Transportation...

Simu Liu pops Bobba’s bubble over cultural appropriation

Simu Liu pops Bobba’s bubble over cultural appropriation

Jasmine Nguyen, Senior Staff Writer October 22, 2024

The Quebec-based bottled boba company Bobba’s pitch on the entrepreneurial show “Dragon’s Den,” the Canadian version of “Shark Tank,” gained considerable interest, though not as intended. In the episode, guest host and actor Simu Liu challenged Bobba’s founders, Sébastien Fiset and...

Fall into culture: museums to explore this autumn

Fall into culture: museums to explore this autumn

Audrey Lee, Sports Editor October 22, 2024

Whether autumn induces your need to fit the quiet and intelligent nerd trope or simply wanting to admire some fascinating art, museums are a great place to spend your time at. Strolling through any silent and ornate gallery or exhibit halls are the best ways to destress after a long school week for those...

PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: AUHSD students attend the annual College and Career Fair and learn about community and career resource organizations in the Anaheim Convention Center

AUHSD College and Career Fair opens students’ horizons

Aarya Halankar, Lifestyle Editor October 21, 2024

Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) hosted its annual College and Career Fair in the Anaheim Convention Center on Oct. 14, 2024. Students and parents from across the district, including junior high schools, had the opportunity to talk with representatives from two-year and four-year colleges,...

CAMP OUT: The long line to pay for AP exams resembled the queue for a sold-out concert. Today was the last day to pay for the tests.

Students brave long lines to pay for AP exams

Audrey Lee and Jimena Beltran October 18, 2024

With the last day of Spirit Week coinciding with the deadline for AP payments, students made the front of Mr. Barnett’s office their new home. Not unlike camping out in front of a sold-out concert, a variety of traffic cones, rappers, and basketball stars clustered in front of the ASB technician's...

LEGACY ADMISSIONS BANNED: California Assembly Bill 1780 bans private universities in the state, such as USC, from factoring familial alumni status, commonly known as legacy, in the admissions process

California bans legacy admissions in AB 1780

Justin Le and Nandita Bussa October 10, 2024

Effective Sept. 2025, California will ban legacy admissions at private and nonprofit universities with Assembly Bill 1780. Legacy admissions are the practice of giving special consideration to college applicants who have familial alumni and donors. For years, top colleges such as Stanford and University...

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