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Class of 2025 Presents Senior Projects
Class of 2025 Presents Senior Projects
May 30, 2025
The gym is demolished, as the scoreboard is removed.
Even Without Gym, Spring Sports Ends on High Note
May 25, 2025
The floorboard of Thompson Gymnasium.
AFH Transforms Gymnasium Floor Into Sculptural Installation
May 22, 2025
Designed in Canva.
Dressed to Shell-Ebrate: Prom To Take a Deep Plunge
May 15, 2025
The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
April 29, 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
New Gator Editorial Board Announced
New Gator Editorial Board Announced
April 2, 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
Finish Strong: Summer is Almost Here
Finish Strong: Summer is Almost Here
May 29, 2025
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid “Mayhem”
May 6, 2025
Black smoke rises from the chimney on the Sistine Chapel, indicating no decision has been made to elect a new pope, at the Vatican, May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Hannah McKay
Pope Francis Dies, Future of Papacy Unclear
May 6, 2025
Stella Bowman calling "Road to Hell" in Hadestown.
Technical Theatre: What the Audience Doesn’t See
April 17, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump holds an executive order about tariffs increase, flanked by U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 13, 2025. REUTERS
Trump’s Second Term: What is America Becoming?
April 9, 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
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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Science Teacher Zoë Stublarec Departs After Four Years
May 27, 2025
After 12 Years, Spanish Teacher Mirna Goldberger Moves On
After 12 Years, Spanish Teacher Mirna Goldberger Moves On
May 13, 2025
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
May 1, 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
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
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 2025
GNN: What's Next After Gym Demolition?
GNN: What’s Next After Gym Demolition?
May 8, 2025
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 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
GNN: What's Next After Gym Demolition?
GNN: What’s Next After Gym Demolition?
May 8, 2025
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 2025
Alexa Dykeman goes in for a goal last year in a game against Chapill-Hill Chauncy Hall.
GNN: Season Preview
April 3, 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
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
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
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
Kingston Woolley '28 pitches five complete innings, allowing just three runs and capturing six strikeouts.
BREAKING: V. Baseball Wins MBIL Championship
May 15, 2025
Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) prepares to pass the ball in the third quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Shedeur Sanders: How a Top-Tier Quarterback Fell to The Fifth Round
May 14, 2025
Will Apen ’25 makes contact during the team’s 10–7 win over Gann on Thursday, May 1.
V. Baseball Clinches Spot in Second Straight Championship
May 13, 2025
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
April 30, 2025
Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; General view of the field prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Lucrative Contracts and Stellar Players Hype Up Opening Week
April 18, 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
Maddie Pogoda '25 introduces her long-requested song, "Danny Boy" by Frederic Weatherly.
Spring Concert Celebrates Music Around the World
April 27, 2025
The cast of crew of Hadestown take a bow.
Photos: Hadestown
April 1, 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
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Librarian Elyse Seltzer's Black History Month posters.

Students, Teachers Honor Black History Month

Zakkai Mares-Van Praag, Journalist • February 28, 2022
Black History Month is an important time to celebrate Black voices; past, present and future.
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Promotional photo courtesy of FilmNation.

Movie Review: Channing Tatum’s ‘Dog’ is Wholesome, Outstanding

Amelia Bowman and Madeleine Pogoda • February 28, 2022
If you enjoy wholesome dog movies, you will love Channing Tatum’s new film, 'Dog.'
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A residential building in Ukraine's capital city, Kyiv, suffered a missile attack by Russian forces. Photo courtesy of BigStock.

As a Russian-American, I Stand With Ukraine

Natalie Kozhemiakin, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • February 26, 2022
Over 30 years after Ukraine’s declaration of its sovereignty, there is no question of whether or not the nation should have authority over its territory.
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Photo illustration courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

School to Begin Mask-Optional Policy Monday

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • February 25, 2022
“It’s not a ‘rip the mask off,’ but a dial-up, dial down,” Head of School Judith Guild said at a Middle and Upper School meeting earlier this week.
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Gator Jeopardy: Science and Math with Humanities Teachers

Gator Jeopardy: Science and Math with Humanities Teachers

Zakkai Mares-Van Praag, Journalist • February 24, 2022
Find out what humanities teacher knows the most about subjects outside of their expertise.
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GNN: Black History Month, Sports, Fundraisers

Gator Nation News • February 23, 2022
Hear from student-athletes about basketball playoffs and what the School is doing to celebrate Black History Month.
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Basketball players support Nelson after Friday's game.

Nelson Celebrates 100 Wins with Varsity I Boys Basketball

Gator Staff • February 23, 2022
Players celebrated a historic win against Saint George's School and Head Coach Tom Nelson's 100th win with the team.
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Leni Hicks Dutt '23 works on a painting of her great-great-grandmother.

New AP Studio Art Students Enjoying Class

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • February 18, 2022
Meet the new 11th-grade students in AP Studio Art, a rigorous three-semester class.
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The Varsity I Boys Basketball Team.

Varsity I Boys Basketball One Win Away From Historic Season

Brian Gamble, Outgoing Managing Editor • February 18, 2022
The Varsity I Boys Basketball team is on the precipice of breaking the record for the most wins in one season.
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Poster courtesy of Netflix Studios.

TV Review: ‘Arcane’ Provides Gripping Visuals, Unique Plot

Polly Zimmerman, Journalist • February 18, 2022
If you like shows filled with action, deep meaning, or intricate visuals, I highly recommend 'Arcane.'
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Poll: 90 Percent of Students Surveyed Support Mask Mandate

Poll: 90 Percent of Students Surveyed Support Mask Mandate

Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor • February 18, 2022
Despite announcements of school mask mandates lifting in Massachusetts, the School has not followed suit—and most students polled concur.
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What makes a good climber isn’t the ability to be fearless or never make mistakes. It’s to keep climbing even when you’re scared and think you can’t continue.

My Rock Climbing Journey

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief • February 17, 2022
I've been rock climbing since I was about three years old, and I've found it to be a challenging sport that deserves more respect than it gets.
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