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The Gator

The student news site of Brimmer and May School | Chestnut Hill, MA

The Gator

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Social media post made by Andre Mills '24 to celebrate his commitment to Texas A&M for basketball. Courtesy of Andre Mills '24.
Andre Mills '24: The Odyssey of a Basketball Prodigy
Evan Michaeli and Tavio Mares-Van Praag January 31, 2024
His pursuit, woven with the threads of resilience, mentorship, and sheer determination, epitomizes the spirit of a quintessential athlete.
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A power plant discharging greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere, warming the Earth.
Choking Ourselves to Death
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • December 2, 2023
Executive Editor Evan Michaeli presents a six-piece feature highlighting the dire state of our world and solutions to the climate crisis.
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The earth burning due to global warming
Humanity: It's Time to Wake Up!
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • October 18, 2023
Executive Editor Evan Michaeli presents the first of a five-piece feature highlighting the dire state of our world and solutions to the climate crisis
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The Statue of Liberty represents the melting pot of America through immigration. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Immigration Stories at School
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • September 14, 2023
In April, the School hosted an assembly celebrating immigrants.
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IMOCA Boats lined up at the dock in Newport, Rhode Island during the stopover for The Ocean Race. Photo Courtesy of Evan Michaeli.
The Ocean Race: Sailing Toward a Greener Future
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • May 30, 2023
Determination and a common goal of sustainability enables the power of humanity through sailing.
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People ride in the underground in Boston, commonly refereed to as the 'T.' The metro Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates heavy-rail, light-rail and bus transit services in the Boston metropolitan area.
Tackling Public Transit in Massachusetts
Michael Young, Journalist • May 25, 2023

As one of Boston’s most indispensable services, the MBTA paradoxically grapples with systemic issues. Over 700,000 people utilize the MBTA’s...

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History teacher Ted Barker-Hook engaging with his students. Photo by David Barron.
World History II Explores the Purpose of Education
Polly Zimmerman, Eli Lewis, Sophia Horning, and Stephanie Altschul May 24, 2023

As part of the 10th grade's yearlong examination of the purpose of education for individuals and societies, honors World History II students...

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Fans unfurl a Boston Strong banner during the 2013 Red Sox World Series Parade. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Ten Years Later, We Remain Boston Strong
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • April 19, 2023
The 2013 bombings taught us that we are all stronger together.
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A rotating globe shows the carbon monoxide output around the world. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Pollution: Undermining Our Planet's Health
Evan Michaeli, Mary Wang, Arianna Paredes, and Bhart Lal February 8, 2023
Contamination is a lethal consequence to our actions—it's time for a change.
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Students gather together at the Delegate Dance, a tradition at YMUN.
Op-Ed: What YMUN Taught Me About Speaking Up
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • February 1, 2023
Yale's Model United Nations conference taught me that the best learning happens when you're asking questions and speaking up.
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Stahley poses with the Gator during a pep rally. Photo courtesy of Grace Papas '23
Hidden Hero of the Game: Trainer Larry Stahley
Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor • January 18, 2023
Community members regard Larry Stahley as a dedicated and kind member of the community, both on the court and in the classroom.
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From 18 Down to One Up, Boys XC Wins Threepeat
From 18 Down to One Up, Boys XC Wins Threepeat
Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor • November 9, 2022
The Varsity Boys Cross Country Team won its third consecutive Massachusetts Bay Independent League title last week at Cambridge School of Weston.
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Demonstrators protest in Melbourne for a safer climate. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Summer 2022 Showcases Climate Crisis On Full Display
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • September 23, 2022
We need climate action, now more than ever.
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Leni Hicks-Dutt '23 starts a new 12th-grade tradition at the School.
Leni Hicks-Dutt '23 Leads Community Mural Painting
Edan Zinn, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • September 21, 2022
Over several months, Leni Hicks-Dutt '23 planned and painted the inaugural 12th-grade mural.
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Jeff Gates teaches a physical education class in the late 1990s.
After Nearly Three Decades, Athletic Director Jeff Gates Retires
Grace Papas, Outgoing Executive Editor • May 31, 2022
Past and current students, teachers, and peers share reflections on a man who dedicated his career to education and scholastic athletics.
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