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

The Gator

Menu
Women have the right to decide to be a mother of a child, pet (or neither), no matter what society dictates. Illustration by Karly Hamilton '21.

Op-Ed: Societal Standards Aren’t Everything

Zoe Kaplan, Senior Writer • March 2, 2021
It is important to be aware of unrealistic expectations and acknowledge that no two people will live the same life.
Students can decide on turning cameras on or off during remote learning. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn '23.

Students, Teachers Debate Camera Requirements on Zoom

Natalie Kozhemiakin, Writer • February 24, 2021
The School has adjusted its expectations as the pandemic continues.
Illustration by Karly Hamilton '21.

As COVID-19 Vaccines Roll Out, Mask-Wearing Remains

Grace Papas, Writer • February 23, 2021
N95, KN95, and double masking methods are seeing increased popularity as the virus mutates.
Families are spending more time with each other, due to the pandemic. Illustration by Karly Hamilton '21. Concept inspired by: (https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/208237-family-on-dinner-table).

Op-Ed: Pandemic Changes Family Dynamics

Karly Hamilton, Editor-in-Chief • February 18, 2021
The pandemic has shifted the way we interact with others.
Eleanor Reyelt '23 is making a splash on social media, selling necklaces, earrings and rings.

GNN: Student Entrepreneur Sells Jewelry Online

Sophia Spring, Multimedia Manager • February 17, 2021
Eleanor Reyelt '23 is making a splash on social media, selling handmade necklaces, earrings and rings.
The pandemic has made academic planning more difficult for students and faculty. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn '23.

COVID-19 Impacts Students Future Decisions

Brian Gamble, News Editor • February 16, 2021
The pandemic has made it increasingly difficult for students to plan for the future.
Students thank teachers for all of their work.

GNN: Students Thank Faculty and Staff

Sophia Spring, Multimedia Manager • February 5, 2021
With everything going on this year, students share their appreciation for adults in the community.
Throughout the ages, Americans have loved to hate Russian villains on the silver screen.

Op-Ed: Hollywood, Stop Demonizing and Stereotyping Russians

Natalie Kozhemiakin, Writer • February 4, 2021
I continue to feel frustrated by popular culture, which demonizes anything Russian.
Kamala Harris oath of office. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Op-Ed: A Historic Inauguration Ushers in Hope

Evan Michaeli, Writer • February 3, 2021
Amid the raging twin pandemics, this inauguration is a beacon of light at the end of the tunnel.
Teachers may be able to receive vaccinations within the next month. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn '23.

Community Members Receive COVID-19 Vaccines Early

Edan Zinn, Executive Editor • January 29, 2021
COVID-19 vaccinations may be on the early horizons for the community, with some parents working in the medical field already vaccinated.
Kozhemiakin has been dancing since age four. Photo courtesy of Michal Kathleen.

Op-Ed: Breaking The Ballet Body Taboo

Natalie Kozhemiakin, Writer • January 13, 2021
The notorious ideals of the ballet world are everywhere you go, and there is an unhealthy standard of a skeletal figure that encapsulates its culture.
Nurse Vicki Trinh collects PCR test samples during the community testing day.

New Year Brings Updated COVID-19 Testing Plan

Karly Hamilton and Edan Zinn • January 11, 2021
The School decided on another round of COVID-19 testing, to ensure the safety return possible.
Load More Stories