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Students participate in a Gator Game challenge.
Rivalry in Green & White: Gator Games
October 9, 2025
Fans cheer during the girls' game against Boston Trinity Academy.
Homecoming Invites School Spirit and Celebration
October 7, 2025
The seniors pose for the annual class photograph at nearby Larz Anderson.
Tradition: Class of 2026 Enjoys Senior Sunrise at Larz
September 18, 2025
The first-ever Gator Games ceremony. (Photo by David Cutler)
Upper School Launches Year with Camp JORI Retreat
September 13, 2025
Gator Wins Five Individual Pacemaker Nods
Gator Wins Five Individual Pacemaker Nods
September 12, 2025
Sebastian Velastegui '26 plays chess with Ricky Thurmond '28 while Head of Upper School Joshua Neudel looks on. 
Photos: Clubs Meet for First Time This Year
October 9, 2025
Photo Day Rescheduled to Wed. Oct. 1
Photo Day Rescheduled to Wed. Oct. 1
September 24, 2025
Gator Introduces Text-to-Speech
Gator Introduces Text-to-Speech
September 16, 2025
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 2025
Gator writers win national recognition.
Gator Journalists Win Big Awards
April 17, 2025
U.S. Capitol building during the continuing partial federal government shutdown on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
Failure to Fund Is Failure to Govern
October 14, 2025
As Attacks on DEI Escalate, Our School Stands Firm
As Attacks on DEI Escalate, Our School Stands Firm
October 7, 2025
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
October 3, 2025
Show host Jimmy Kimmel delivers his opening monologue at the 96th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S., March 10, 2024. REUTERS/Mike Blake
What Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension Means for Free Speech
September 30, 2025
Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA founder, puts on a MAGA hat during the AmericaFest 2024 conference sponsored by conservative group Turning Point in Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. December 19, 2024. REUTERS/Cheney Orr
What We Can Learn From The Shooting of Charlie Kirk
September 18, 2025
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
October 3, 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 Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid “Mayhem”
May 6, 2025
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
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Inside The Classroom: High School is Hell
October 10, 2025
New Faculty Profile: Ben DiNardo, Science Teacher
New Faculty Profile: Ben DiNardo, Science Teacher
September 24, 2025
New Faculty Profile: Elizabeth Davenport, Art Teacher
New Faculty Profile: Elizabeth Davenport, Art Teacher
September 24, 2025
New Faculty: Stephanie McCully, Spanish Teacher
New Faculty: Stephanie McCully, Spanish Teacher
September 19, 2025
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Science Teacher Zoë Stublarec Departs After Four Years
May 27, 2025
College Update
College Update
October 15, 2025
Head Cross Country Coach Ted Barker-Hook gives his runners a pep-talk before last year's Championship Meet.
On the Ball: Head XC Coach Talks Goals
October 10, 2025
Sebastian Velastegui '26 plays chess with Ricky Thurmond '28 while Head of Upper School Joshua Neudel looks on. 
Photos: Clubs Meet for First Time This Year
October 9, 2025
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On the Ball: Jacob Williams’ Soccer Stardom
September 27, 2025
GNN: Construction Update
GNN: Construction Update
September 24, 2025
GNN: Construction Update
GNN: Construction Update
September 24, 2025
GNN: Fall Sports Preview
GNN: Fall Sports Preview
September 24, 2025
An inflatable Brimmer-themed decoration waves before Opening Convocation.
GNN Live: Opening Convocation, 2025
September 8, 2025
GNN Live: Honors Convocation
GNN Live: Honors Convocation
June 3, 2025
GNN Live: Commencement, Class of 2025
GNN Live: Commencement, Class of 2025
May 28, 2025
Sebastian Velastegui '26 plays chess with Ricky Thurmond '28 while Head of Upper School Joshua Neudel looks on. 
Photos: Clubs Meet for First Time This Year
October 9, 2025
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 2025
The cast of crew of Hadestown take a bow.
Photos: Hadestown
April 1, 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
College Update
College Update
October 15, 2025
Head Cross Country Coach Ted Barker-Hook gives his runners a pep-talk before last year's Championship Meet.
On the Ball: Head XC Coach Talks Goals
October 10, 2025
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On the Ball: Jacob Williams’ Soccer Stardom
September 27, 2025
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
April 29, 2025
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
April 3, 2025
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The Next Wave: Anthony, Mayer Ignite the Flame of Boston’s Future
October 9, 2025
Coach Zavala giving advice to Rimon Zhao 27'
Changing the Game: Coach Zavala Sparks a New Era for V. Boys’ Soccer
September 30, 2025
Girls' Varsity Soccer Head Coach Thomas Gatanis.
New Faculty Profile: Thomas Gatanis, Girls’ Varsity Soccer Coach
September 30, 2025
Hardman hypes up the team before a game.
Chris Hardman Steps Down After 20+ Years as Head Varsity Soccer Coach
September 10, 2025
Kingston Woolley '28 pitches five complete innings, allowing just three runs and capturing six strikeouts.
BREAKING: V. Baseball Wins MBIL Championship
May 15, 2025
Bad Bunny performs under a Flamboyan tree in El Choliseo, in San Juan, Puerto Rico on August 9, 2025.
Concert Review: Bad Bunny’s “No Me Quiero Ir De Aquí” Residency
October 15, 2025
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Song Review: 句号(Full Stop)
October 9, 2025
Movie Review: F1 Puts You in the Driver’s Seat
Movie Review: F1 Puts You in the Driver’s Seat
September 15, 2025
"Maybe Happy Ending" at the Belasco Theatre.
Review: Broadway’s Maybe Happy Ending Touches Hearts
May 28, 2025
Award-winning student art from the SISAL awards.
Art Students Receive Regional Accolades
May 5, 2025
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Photo illustration of a teacher and students attempting to comprehend the current state of Israel.

Israel-Hamas War: School Calls for Compassion

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • October 30, 2023
As fears and tensions rise around the Israel-Hamas War, adults and students alike are highlighting the importance of accountable online news sourcing, informative discussions, and showing support for community members. 
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Adrian Mathiesen ',26 Nolan Suraci '26, Chomp, Oliver Baggett '24, and Enyi Adiele enjoy Homecoming.

Homecoming Spirit Remains Strong

Mary Wang, Editor-in-Chief • October 17, 2023
Approximately 500 students, teachers, and alumni attended Saturday's annual Homecoming at Orr Field.
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Associate Director of College Counseling Dan Birdsall.

Spotlight: Dan Birdsall, College Counseling Associate Director

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • October 12, 2023
Learn more about Associate Director of College Counseling Dan Birdsall as he discusses his time here and his favorite sports.
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The School reports an uptick in COVID-19 cases this week.

COVID-19 Surge Impacts Start of School, Teacher Absenses

James Yu, Senior Journalist • October 3, 2023
A spike in the virus continues to hit faculty and staff particularly hard, leading to a higher demand for coverage and causing teachers to rethink opening plans.
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Historic Change: First Major Schedule Revamp in Two Decades

Historic Change: First Major Schedule Revamp in Two Decades

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • October 3, 2023
The modifications aim to cultivate more consistent class meeting times and deepen community bonding.
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History Department Chair Kelly Neely's Women's Studies Class wrote an "Upper School Declaration of Community Support," adorning the outside of the girls' bathroom where the racist message was found.

Community Unites Against Hate: A Call for Education, Empathy, and Advocacy

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • October 2, 2023
The School responds with urgency and reflection after the discovery of racist graffiti inside the girls' bathroom.
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A screenshot of the teacher login page to Veracross, which is Web-based, unlike the previous student information system.

Q&A: New Information System for New School Year

Cathy Wu, Outgoing Executive Editor • September 27, 2023
Veracross acts as a repository for grade entries and attendance records, consolidating information and creating report cards.
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Middle School English and Drama teacher Caitlin Johnson demonstrates how to use Apple Classroom (photo illustration).

Middle School’s New iPad Monitoring Policy Sparks Controversy

Rachael Rosenberg, Editor-in-Chief • September 27, 2023
A student petition was sent via School email before it was removed for containing false and misleading information.
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Stephanie Altschul '25, Eli Lewis '25, and Abigail Jacobs '25 gather at a designated peer tutoring table to review material.

Juniors Revive Peer Tutoring Program

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • September 26, 2023
Juniors Eli Lewis and Conno Wagner are spearheading the effort.
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New Science Teacher Nia Gipson teaches AP Biology.

New Faculty Profile: Nia Gipson, Science Teacher

Rachael Rosenberg, Editor-in-Chief • September 19, 2023
Learn about Nia Gipson, the School's new Middle and Upper School Science Teacher.
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Middle Schoolers Spread Environmental Awareness

Charlotte Wolfstitch, Journalist • May 11, 2023
Increasing awareness about the negative effects of plastic and other pollutants in daily life.
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Location of where students board for this year's prom, Rowes Wharf.

Q&A: Prom-goers to Seas the Night

Mary Wang, Editor-in-Chief • May 9, 2023
Students will dance the night away in Great Gatsby glamour on the high seas.
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