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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

Cover photo of the original Thompson Gymnasium under construction in 1968.
Spring Sports Bring Uncertainty Without Thompson Gymnasium
Kingston Woolley, Journalist • February 20, 2025
The spring sports season faces some challenges—but students and faculty are committed to working through them.
Robotics Team Ends Season With Success at Regionals
Robotics Team Ends Season With Success at Regionals
Clive Sutton, Journalist • February 12, 2025
Students choose between block coding, C++ or Python to understand technical skills for robot programming.
Photos: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
Photos: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
Lucas Williams, Photographer • February 7, 2025
The community celebrated its seventh annual Temple Fair today, attended by students and teachers in all divisions.
School Temple Fair to Celebrate The Year of the Snake
School Temple Fair to Celebrate The Year of the Snake
Kingston Woolley, Journalist • February 4, 2025
Temple Fair will open to students on Friday, offering a chance for students to engage in different cultures, traditions, and customs.  

Jason Craige Harris, delivering his keynote speech.
20th Bissell Grogan Symposium Tackles Civil Discourse
Mary Wang, Edward Flint, and Kingston Woolley January 29, 2025
The Symposium speech and workshops give students an opportunity to indulge in topics related to civil discourse.
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School Adopts Policy on Making Political Statements
Rachael Rosenberg, News Editor • January 28, 2025
Head of School Judith Guild says the policy will provide the community with more guidance in the face of polarizing political events.
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TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy
TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • January 24, 2025
The recent TikTok ban has opened new conversations about the security of students on campus.
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This Spring, There's Still A Week Left to Join The Gator
This Spring, There’s Still A Week Left to Join The Gator
Gator Staff January 23, 2025
The Gator is among the most honored student news sites in the nation, and we want you to join our team to learn essential writing and communication skills.
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It' Winter Break!
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 2025.
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School Presses Pause on Argentina Exchange Program
Tavio Mares-Van Praag, Sports Editor • December 14, 2024
The decision comes after some issues arose last spring.
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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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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.
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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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Clive Sutton
Clive Sutton
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Clive is a Freshman and a new member of The Gator, working as a journalist. Clive has a deep passion for writing and keeping up with the School community, enjoying writing about current events and members...

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