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

The Gator

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

The Gator

Happy Winter Break: Newsroom Closed Until 2025
Happy Winter Break: Newsroom Closed Until 2025
Gator Staff December 17, 2024
The newsroom will be closed this exam week and will not reopen until we return from Winter Break in 2025.
Newsroom Wins National Award for Overall Excellence
Newsroom Wins National Award for Overall Excellence
Gator Staff December 13, 2024
The Gator is one of just 2o other digital news sites nationwide to receive this honor.
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School Presses Pause on Argentina Exchange Program
Tavio Mares-Van Praag, Sports Editor • December 10, 2024
The decision comes after some issues arose last spring.
Students from the Class of 2023 engage in the inaugural destress fest, making stuffed lions.
Stuff Plushies, De-Stress Before Exams and Have Fun
Clive Sutton, Journalist • December 10, 2024
The Senate-sponsored events offers students a chance to unwind with friends.

The Intersection of DEIB, Admissions and School Policy
The Intersection of DEIB, Admissions and School Policy
Chloe Rose Scolnick December 5, 2024
To ensure equal access, the School implements several strategies and programs.
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The entrance to the gym parking lot from Middlesex Road.
BREAKING: Dean Urges Students to Drive Safely by School
Mary Wang, Managing Editor • November 21, 2024
Any students observed engaging in unsafe driving will lose their parking privileges.
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David Cutler in his classroom, awaiting students.
School Hosts Proctored Lunch Discussion on Presidential Election
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • November 13, 2024
Students successfully engaged in civil discourse during an optional lunch discussing the election.
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College Counselor Julia Esquivel helps student Lincoln Jiang with his Common Application.
Countdown to College: Seniors in the Final Stretch!
Amelia Bowman and Nolan Suraci October 29, 2024
With November 1 rapidly approaching, tensions are notably high, and students report mixed experiences in coping with the demands of both coursework and college applications. 
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A fireman looks for hot-zones using drone technology. Photo courtesy of Weston Fire Department.
BREAKING: Local Brush Fires Cause Poor Air Quality
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • October 28, 2024
Milton, Beverly, Middleton and other nearby areas are battling overnight brush fires, which are contributing to poor air quality in Newton and Brookline.
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Quick Facts About the 2024 Election
Rachael Rosenberg, News Editor • October 22, 2024
November 5 marks the 2024 Presidential Election. Here is what you need to know about the candidates, voting, and more.
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Cartoon illustration of trespassers on the roof of Hastings.
Trespassers Scale Hastings Roof
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • October 18, 2024
Two plastic adirondack chairs from the outside classroom were left behind.
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Cassie Abodeely Leaves School after 10 Years
Cassie Abodeely Leaves School after 10 Years
Jack Malloy, Senior Journalist • October 8, 2024
Starting next month, Abodeely is returning to her previous career in the Bronx District Attorney's Office.
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In 2023, students enjoy Harry Potter Studio Tour in London, England.
Students Set to Embark on Global Journeys
Mary Wang, Managing Editor • October 4, 2024
Get a sneak peak at your Winterim trips and how essential questions will guide your experience.
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Cartoon by Livvy Avignon '26.
Community Responds to Phone Policy Reinforcement
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • September 24, 2024
This year, the School is once again tightening its cell phone policy in an effort to help students learn self-regulation.
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West Nile Virus Risk Increases In Newton
West Nile Virus Risk Increases In Newton
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • September 17, 2024
While the risk for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) remains “low” in Newton, West Nile Virus is now rated as “high."
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Seniors Huck Jennings and Lincoln Jiang show enthusiasm during Thursday night's talent show.
After 10 Years, Upper School Camp Shifts to New Location
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • September 11, 2024
Students bonded during an overnight trip to Camp Bauercrest in Amesbury, after outgrowing Camp Wingate*Kirkland in Yarmouth.
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Closed for Summer. See you in September!
Closed for Summer. See you in September!
Gator Staff June 12, 2024
We wish everyone a restful and rejuvenating time away from campus.
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Jackson Tarbox '26 shows off his custom swag.
Jackson Tarbox ’26 Spins Creativity into Success
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • May 22, 2024
He is planning on releasing new merchandise such as shorts, tank tops, socks, and hats.
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Photo illustration: Juniors Stephanie Altschul and Noah Panto discuss the Civil Rights Movement in David Cutler's American history class.  Ddesigned in Canva.
Rising Seniors Vie For Heaviest Course Load
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • May 13, 2024
A surge of enrollment in AP courses sparks concerns among faculty and students.
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Jack Malloy
Jack Malloy
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Jack is a senior and this is his fourth year of Journalism. He loves playing with his dog and watching sports with his dad. His favorite sport to watch is football and his favorite team is the Baltimore...

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