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The Oracle

Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

The Oracle

Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

The Oracle

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Quick breakfast ideas

Megan Li, Managing Editor September 7, 2018

Written by Megan Li Smoothie Plagued with punctuality problems because your breakfast always takes too long to make? A simple solution lies in blending a bunch of fruit—or whatever you would like—in a smoothie the night before and letting it chill in the fridge until you reach for it...

Which one will come out on top?: Team Norcal

Which one will come out on top?: Team Norcal

meganli74 March 30, 2018

Written by Megan Li In a state as large and diverse as California, it’s inevitable that Californians will form preferences towards cultural areas—the broadest being Northern California (NorCal) and Southern California (SoCal). The supremacy of the Californias has been hotly contested,...

Explore local attractions, city culture

Explore local attractions, city culture

meganli74 March 6, 2018

Written by Megan Li California Avenue Farmers' Market: Open on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., this farmers’ market is the perfect place to spend at least a solid hour reveling in the quaint charm of the stalls and the buzz of happy, environmentally-conscious consumers. Other...

Retro fashion makes comeback

Retro fashion makes comeback

meganli74 February 2, 2018

Written by Megan Li and Yael Livneh   The Statement Accessory: Large earrings, big necklaces and unique sunglasses (coupled with pure optical lens) draw attention and can elevate any outfit. Last year saw a rise in the popularity of retro glasses like clear aviators, and they’re...

District renews resolution, protects undocumented students

amandalee828 February 2, 2018

Written by Amanda Lee and Megan Li After the San Francisco Chronicle reported on Jan. 16, 2018 that “U.S. immigration officials have begun preparing for a major sweep in San Francisco and other Northern California cities, in which federal officers would [be looking] to arrest more than 1,500 undocumented...

Beginner’s drafting tips for fantasy sports

meganli74 December 8, 2017

Written by Megan Li Football: Draft running backs first (RB). There’s one RB on the field at a time, and so having a good one on your team is very important. Plus, you can pick up decent wide receivers on the waivers later. A good strategy would be to aim your first three rounds towards a RB...

Seasonal mishaps make for emotional memories: Misspelling spoils Santa Claus myth

Seasonal mishaps make for emotional memories: Misspelling spoils Santa Claus myth

meganli74 December 8, 2017

Written by Megan Li Growing up, Santa Claus wasn’t ever a huge part of my family’s Christmas. We never left milk and cookies out or sent letters stuffed with mile-long wishlists every holiday season, but I still never once doubted his existence. In my young mind, it was absolutely incomprehensible...

Winter season preview: Dance

Winter season preview: Dance

meganli74 December 8, 2017

Written by Megan Li Unlike most of the other winter season sports, the dance team practices in their studio and performs at rallies, sports games and other school events such as Night Rally for both fall and winter season. The girls have already gone through the fall season together, which...

Should homecoming themes switch every year? (Pro)

meganli74 October 13, 2017

Written by Megan Li Homecoming: one week, five days, 80 waking hours of pure, unadulterated school spirit. It’s the culmination of a year’s worth of excitement and anticipation and a way to aunt enthusiasm and creativity through dressing up. Much of the interest in the week, however, is kept...

Wacky April Fool’s pranks offer knee-slapping laughs: Deceiving Moldreo

Wacky April Fool’s pranks offer knee-slapping laughs: Deceiving Moldreo

meganli74 March 31, 2017

As tasty, wholesome snacks enjoyed by all ages, Oreos are undeniably one of the most popular cookies in America. With so many people at the mercy of the two-toned, cream-filled confections, a world of Oreo-themed pranks opens up. One of such is the “Moldreo,” a moldy-looking Oreo whose name was endearingly...

Women's sports deserve equal media attention

Women’s sports deserve equal media attention

meganli74 March 3, 2017

Written by Anyi Cheng and Megan Li Even in modern times, at the country’s apex of equality and acceptance, the gender gap persists. The disparity between media attention dedicated to men’s sports and women's sports is no exception. This particular gender imbalance is painfully prominent—beyond...

Megan's Tips: How to get out of the friend zone

Megan’s Tips: How to get out of the friend zone

Megan Li, Managing Editor February 3, 2017

Written by Megan Li Find some one-on-one time: The easiest way to become closer with someone is to hold deeper conversations when it’s just the two of you. Jump at opportunities to do so, but don't constantly attempt to create them. Search for compatibility: Remove any rose-tinted...

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