Admissions

Welcome

From the Admissions Director

Just before Simone Biles took the global stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics for the individual all-around gymnastics event, Beyoncé narrated an introduction of Biles by saying, ”Brilliance doesn’t come easy.’’
As we all know, Biles withdrew from most of her events three years earlier at the Tokyo Games to protect her mental health. Driven by a relentless desire to prove to herself that she could reclaim her place at the pinnacle of international competition, Biles embarked on a quest. Now the most decorated gymnast in history, Biles exhibited resilience, determination, grit and ambition - all characteristics that describe our Archer girls. Here at Archer, we like to say that our students are striking brilliance, but we agree with Beyoncé that brilliance doesn’t come easy.
Alongside achieving scholarly and extracurricular excellence, Archer girls learn how to navigate the realities and challenges of the greater world. When they depart from Archer, our graduates are equipped to compete and lead with empathy, to excel without apology. They have been taught to explore, experiment, take purposeful risks, fail and recalibrate on their terms. We prepare our graduates to live, learn and lead fearlessly and joyfully for the rest of their lives.
 
Archer girls are vibrant, sharp and unstoppable because we give rise to limitless girls. At our school, you will find every kind of student: scientist, performer, musician, activist, journalist, athlete, filmmaker, ambassador, writer, dancer and environmentalist. Archer offers every girl the opportunity to explore her edges and find that crucial intersection of their passions and purpose. 
 
Our innovative learning environment develops girls into fearless leaders who can pursue their brilliance. Archer offers a research-based, boundary-pushing education that yields distinct and impressive outcomes for girls. Our focus on community and resilience creates an educational experience like no other.
 
I invite you to learn about Archer with the hopes that you will discover that Archer and your daughter might be the right match.

-Felicia Paik, Director of Admissions
fpaik@archer.org
Felicia joined Archer in 2010. She holds a degree in communications from Stanford University and was a journalist for almost 20 years, writing for numerous publications including The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Felicia is committed to education and to service in the community. She was the Board Chair at Brentwood Presbyterian Pre-School, PTA President at Franklin Elementary and Lincoln Middle Schools in Santa Monica, and a member of the Castilleja Alumnae Executive Committee. Felicia is a girls' school graduate, who attended the Westlake School for Girls and Castilleja School. Felicia's daughter, Sabrina '22, is a junior at UC Berkeley. Her son, Ryan, graduated from Harvard College and is attending UC Berkeley School of Law. Felicia and her husband live in her hometown of Santa Monica.
"To me, an Archer girl is dedicated, compassionate, inquisitive, spirited, and effervescent."
Meet the Team
Amy joined the Archer community in 2018. Growing up in the Emerald Coast region of Florida, she pursued her education at Florida State University where she earned both a bachelor's degree in marketing and a master's degree in corporate and public communication. Prior to joining Archer, Amy worked as a senior admissions officer at her alma mater. She continues to stay connected to the university by serving as a teaching assistant in undergraduate communication courses, reflecting her commitment to education and passion for mentoring students. Outside of Archer, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and staying active.

Contact Amy: achen@archer.org
 
Julieta joined the Archer community in 2024. Originally from Buenos Aires, she has called Los Angeles home for the last two decades. Julieta earned a bachelor's degree in public relations from the University of Southern California and is a proud Trojan (Fight On!). She has previously held roles in recruiting, human resources, and project management in the fields of consumer goods and interior design. Outside of Archer, Julieta enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time with her loved ones. She is also fluent in Spanish.

Contact Julieta: jgirbal@archer.org
Molly joined the Archer community in 2024. A native Angeleno and a proud girls’ school graduate, Molly is a Marlborough School alumna. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Boston University and, later, a master’s degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University. Prior to joining the Archer community, Molly worked in elementary school admissions at Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences. Outside of Archer, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons, Gus in first grade and Otis in preschool.

Contact Molly: mnoah@archer.org
Lucy joined the Archer community in 2011 as a history teacher. Later, she was the history department chair for several years before she joined the Admissions Office. Lucy grew up outside of Chicago and earned a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Outside of Archer, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. Both attend The Center for Early Education, with Sadie in second grade and Bo in fourth grade.

Contact Lucy: lpinkwater@archer.org
 

The Archer School for Girls admits students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or other legally protected status to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or other legally protected status in its hiring or in the administration of its educational policies and programs, admissions policies, financial aid programs or other school-administered programs. 

The Archer School for Girls’ mission is to educate students in an environment specifically designed for girls. As such, the school will consider any candidate for admission who identifies as a girl. Once admitted to Archer, all students in good academic standing who abide by Archer’s code of conduct and who meet requirements for graduation will be eligible to receive an Archer diploma, regardless of any change in sexual identity or other legally protected status.