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Gator Announced Among Nation's 'Top Scholastic Websites'
Gator Announced Among Nation’s ‘Top Scholastic Websites’
March 14, 2025
Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break
Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break
March 9, 2025
Official artwork for the 2025 Winterim Video Contest.
Don’t Miss Out: Submit to the 2025 Gator Winterim Video Contest
March 6, 2025
Photo courtesy of Canva
Winterim Preparations Elicit Excitement from Students and Faculty
March 5, 2025
Cover photo of the original Thompson Gymnasium under construction in 1968.
Spring Sports Bring Uncertainty Without Thompson Gymnasium
February 20, 2025
English teacher Bradley Star and Administrative Associate Mark Sehnert enjoy some looking at photos of the gym and its use over the decades.
School Honors Thompson Gym
March 7, 2025
Former Head of School Emily C. Thompson breaks ground from the Gym, which is due to be demolished March 10.
School To Bid Farewell to Gym
March 3, 2025
The event poster, created by Ady Jaeckel '25.
Senior Class Hosts Valentine’s Fundraiser
February 11, 2025
Celebrating Black History Month.
School Celebrates Black Innovation
February 4, 2025
Mary Wang '26 after the competition.
Mary Wang ’26 Wins ESU Shakespeare Competition
January 8, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump steps from Air Force One upon arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., February 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Editorial: We Stand With the School on Remaining Independent
February 27, 2025
Wash Your Hands: 'Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes
Wash Your Hands: ‘Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes
February 27, 2025
School was canceled yesterday due to forecasts of severe weather, but ultimately, there was barely a dusting. Once again, meteorologists got it wrong about snowy weather this winter.
Editorial Cartoon: It’s Snow Laughing Matter this Winter
February 7, 2025
President Trump's Executive Orders.
Trump’s First Moves During Second Term: Bold or Risky?
January 31, 2025
Photo illustration courtesy of Canva
Trump Finesses Another Win
January 19, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump steps from Air Force One upon arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., February 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Editorial: We Stand With the School on Remaining Independent
February 27, 2025
A photo illustration of a student who uses ChatGPT to study.
Editorial: As Midterms Approach, Uphold Academic Integrity
December 10, 2024
Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
November 7, 2024
Photo Illustration of Kaan Ladha '25 Coughing Courtesy of Amelia Bowman
Editorial: Stay Healthy, Stay Home
October 4, 2024
Editorial: Combatting Surging Antisemitism on College Campuses
Editorial: Combatting Surging Antisemitism on College Campuses
April 26, 2024
Winterim approaches.
Winterim’s Coming!
February 20, 2025
Gator Poll.
Gator Poll
February 11, 2025
School was canceled yesterday due to forecasts of severe weather, but ultimately, there was barely a dusting. Once again, meteorologists got it wrong about snowy weather this winter.
Wacky Weather
February 7, 2025
President Trump's Executive Orders.
Who Needs Congress?
January 31, 2025
Saying Goodbye to TikTok!
Saying Goodbye to TikTok
January 24, 2025
Beyond the Buzzer: A.J. Reeves '18
Beyond the Buzzer: A.J. Reeves ’18
February 25, 2025
Inside the Classroom: Supreme Court
Inside the Classroom: Supreme Court
February 19, 2025
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
February 18, 2025
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Brooks Neufeld ’26: Sparking a School-Wide Push-Up Craze
January 10, 2025
Designed in Canva
Inside the Classroom: CAP Seminar
January 9, 2025
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
March 8, 2025
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
March 7, 2025
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
March 7, 2025
English teacher Bradley Star and Administrative Associate Mark Sehnert enjoy some looking at photos of the gym and its use over the decades.
School Honors Thompson Gym
March 7, 2025
Binyam Tsegai '26: In the Spotlight of 'Hadestown'
Binyam Tsegai ’26: In the Spotlight of ‘Hadestown’
March 4, 2025
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
March 7, 2025
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
March 7, 2025
GNN: Attend 'Gator Jeopardy' In-Person at Lunch Today
GNN: Attend ‘Gator Jeopardy’ In-Person at Lunch Today
March 3, 2025
GNN LIVE: V. Boys’ (Brimmer vs. Wilbraham & Monson Academy)
GNN LIVE: V. Boys’ (Brimmer vs. Wilbraham & Monson Academy)
February 28, 2025
Winterim approaches.
GNN: Students Buzz with Anticipation for Winterim
February 27, 2025
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
March 8, 2025
English teacher Bradley Star and Administrative Associate Mark Sehnert enjoy some looking at photos of the gym and its use over the decades.
School Honors Thompson Gym
March 7, 2025
Former Head of School Emily C. Thompson breaks ground from the Gym, which is due to be demolished March 10.
School To Bid Farewell to Gym
March 3, 2025
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
February 7, 2025
Jason Craige Harris, delivering his keynote speech.
Photos: 20th Grogan Humanities Symposium
January 15, 2025
Binyam Tsegai '26: In the Spotlight of 'Hadestown'
Binyam Tsegai ’26: In the Spotlight of ‘Hadestown’
March 4, 2025
Series: Inside Winterim Trips
Series: Inside Winterim Trips
February 26, 2025
Series: 2025 Senior Spotlight
Series: 2025 Senior Spotlight
January 29, 2025
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates '13 on Wildfires
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates ’13 on Wildfires
January 18, 2025
The Intersection of DEIB, Admissions and School Policy
The Intersection of DEIB, Admissions and School Policy
December 5, 2024
BREAKING: Girls' Basketball Wins NEPSAC
BREAKING: Girls’ Basketball Wins NEPSAC
March 9, 2025
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
March 8, 2025
Noah Panto '25 throwing a stone.
Curling Continues Championship Streak
March 8, 2025
Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Shaq’s OGs guard Stephen Curry (30) of the Golden State Warriors controls the ball against Chuck’s Global Stars guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Reviving the NBA All-Star Game: Bringing Back the Competitive Fire
March 6, 2025
Osa Idada '25: The Big Man
Osa Idada ’25: The Big Man
February 20, 2025
Upper School Musical 'Hadestown' Provides a Fresh Take on Greek Myth
Upper School Musical ‘Hadestown’ Provides a Fresh Take on Greek Myth
March 4, 2025
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
February 5, 2025
The Romeo + Juliet playbill.
Sam Gold’s Romeo + Juliet Provides a Raunchy New Take on Shakespeare
January 7, 2025
Arts Education is Essential
Arts Education is Essential
December 3, 2024
Illustration designed with Canva. Movie poster courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
“Heretic:” A24 Strikes Again!
November 14, 2024
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Temperatures dipped below 10 °F on campus today. Faculty and staff are encouraged to keep windows open to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Comic: It’s Cold Inside

Jackson Ostrowski, Cartoonist
January 11, 2022
With temperatures dropping, windows remain open to combat the spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas

Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas

Jennifer Ngo, Cartoonist
December 17, 2021
The newsroom wishes everyone happy holidays! Enjoy the break and stay safe.
The U.S. Justice Department recently filed a lawsuit against Texas over curbing voting by mail.

Comic: Justice Dept. Sues Texas Over Voting Restrictions

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
November 5, 2021

Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?

Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
November 3, 2021

Comic: Get Your Booster Shot

Comic: Get Your Booster Shot

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
October 26, 2021
If you are eligible, please get your shot as soon as you are able.
Comic: Lazy Ghost

Comic: Lazy Ghost

Jennifer Ngo, Cartoonist
October 21, 2021

A little Halloween humor for our awesome readers.

Comic: Beats Me, Boss!

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
October 20, 2021
A little Halloween humor for our awesome readers.
The superstar elected not to get a COVID-19 vaccine, a decision which will not allow him to participate with the team.

Comic: Is Irving’s Time with the Nets Up?

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
October 15, 2021
The superstar elected not to get a COVID-19 vaccine, a decision which will not allow him to participate with the team.
What are your plans for Halloween?

Comic: Trick or Treat

October 15, 2021
Happy Halloween!
Comic: Lakers to Retire Soon

Comic: Lakers to Retire Soon

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
October 12, 2021
The Los Angles Lakers will have some rebuilding to do soon.
Comic: Snack Breaks

Comic: Snack Breaks

Jennifer Ngo, Cartoonist
September 17, 2021

Comic: Curiosity is Exploration

Comic: Curiosity is Exploration

Tyler Stefanon, Cartoonist
September 17, 2021

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