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Culture Shock: College Counseling

October 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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Failure to Fund Is Failure to Govern

October 14, 2025

Inside The Classroom: High School is Hell

Leo Latino and Merrin Lindenfelser • October 10, 2025

Learn about the brand new English elective that explores the difficulties of high school.

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

Benjamin Weaver and Elias Gauld • October 10, 2025

Boys’ XC sits near the top, eyeing an Oct. 29 peak for the MBIL Championship and valuing PRs and effort as much as wins.

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

Charlie Young, Journalist • October 9, 2025

After a busy fall, student clubs took off today.

Song Review: 句号(Full Stop)

Henry Zhang, Journalist • October 9, 2025

Chinese singer-songwriter G.E.M. (邓紫棋) released her album City Zoo on November 22, 2019, which included the song 句号(Full Stop)....

Students participate in a Gator Game challenge.

Rivalry in Green & White: Gator Games

Lea Abdulnour, Journalist • October 9, 2025

From rock-paper-scissors to field events, the inaugural Gator Games sparked school spirit and crowned the Green Team—for now.

The Next Wave: Anthony, Mayer Ignite the Flame of Boston’s Future

Rick Costa, Journalist • October 9, 2025

Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer bring flashes of dominance back to Red Sox baseball.

Fans cheer during the girls' game against Boston Trinity Academy.

Homecoming Invites School Spirit and Celebration

Vivian Agola, Journalist • October 7, 2025

From competitive games and steady support to food and the evening dance, Homecoming brought the community together around School athletics.

As Attacks on DEI Escalate, Our School Stands Firm

Rohan Muni, Senior Journalist • October 7, 2025

As students at an independent school in liberal-leaning Massachusetts, attacks on DEI are all too real beyond our tiny “Brimmer bubble.”

Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning

Gator Editorial Board (2025-2026) • October 3, 2025

We recognize that the success of projects like these depends on countless hours of planning, coordination, and effort—much of which often goes unnoticed.

Coach Zavala giving advice to Rimon Zhao 27'

Changing the Game: Coach Zavala Sparks a New Era for V. Boys’ Soccer

Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • September 30, 2025

After longtime coach Chris Hardman stepped down last season, the program gained an opportunity to bring in a new voice to lead the team.

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

Nolan Suraci, Senior Chief Journalist • September 30, 2025

If late-night hosts can be suspended for political speech, networks may increasingly give in to regulatory or corporate pressure.

Girls' Varsity Soccer Head Coach Thomas Gatanis.

New Faculty Profile: Thomas Gatanis, Girls’ Varsity Soccer Coach

Benjamin Weaver, Journalist • September 30, 2025

The School recently welcomed Girls' Varsity Soccer Head Coach Thomas Gatanis. Gatanis discussed his playing days, coaching career, and the beginning...

On the Ball: Jacob Williams’ Soccer Stardom

Elias Gauld and Jacob Williams • September 27, 2025

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Gator Staff • September 24, 2025

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GNN: Construction Update

Tavio Mares-Van Praag and Edward Flint • September 24, 2025

Hear from Assistant Superintendent Casey Remillard about progress on the Recreation and Wellness Center.

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