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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

Caleb Meranus

Caleb Meranus, Journalist

Caleb is a 9th-grade student who enjoys photography, and working behind a camera. This is his first semester in the newsroom, and he has been producing multimedia content like the segment Education of our Educators, Nolan's Soup Review, and other Gator Nation News media. Caleb has also been assisting other writers by taking pictures for their articles. You can find more of Caleb's photography work on his Instagram.

All content by Caleb Meranus
Caleb Mernaus takes photos at the Lynch Family skatepark in Boston.

Photo | Humans of Brimmer: Caleb Meranus ’26

Cathy Wu, Outgoing Executive Editor
May 17, 2024

Caleb Mernaus takes photos at the Lynch Family skatepark in Boston.

Sous Chef Taran Gavin prepares soup.

Photo | Series: Heroes in Aprons

Ruby Cohen-Weinberg, Journalist
May 13, 2024

Sous Chef Taran Gavin prepares soup.

Huck Jennings '25, who plays Edward, belts out a note with Young Will, played by Tavio Mares-Van Praag '27.

BREAKING: ‘Big Fish’ Cast and Crew Offer Sneak Peak

Caleb Meranus, Journalist
February 26, 2024
At community block, students enjoyed a surprise number from the show, which premiers Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Sophomores Abigail Hofer and Nicole Jones welcomes attendees to the festival.

Photo | Happening Now: Lunar New Year Celebration

Edward Flint, Managing Editor
February 15, 2024

Sophomores Abigail Hofer and Nicole Jones welcomes attendees to the festival.

Album Review: Mt. Joy's "Mt. Joy"

Album Review: Mt. Joy’s “Mt. Joy”

Caleb Meranus, Journalist
January 9, 2024

Mt. Joy is a Philadelphia-based indie rock band, formed in 2016. They can often be compared to bands like Caamp and The Lumineers. Their debut single “Astrovan” was released the same year, followed...

The School's Core Values appear on the wall nearby Dean of Students Paul Murray's office.

Photo | Editorial: A Call for Core Values

The School's Core Values appear on the wall nearby Dean of Students Paul Murray's office.

Maya Lownie '24 (Agnes) acts out a death scene, before she is resurrected.

Photos: ‘She Kill Monsters’

Caleb Meranus, Journalist
November 20, 2023

Stephanie Altschul '25 and Polly Zimmerman '25 ready to tutor.

Photo | Photos of the Week: Oct. 23

Mckinlee DePaola, Journalist
November 8, 2023

Stephanie Altschul '25 and Polly Zimmerman '25 ready to tutor.

Director Bill Jacob's stagecraft crew helps to put together the set for the fall play.

Photo | Dragons, Drama, and Discovery: ‘She Kills Monsters’

Elle Stangle, Journalist
November 1, 2023

Director Bill Jacob's stagecraft crew helps to put together the set for the fall play.

Caleb Meranus takes a portrait of himself in front of the School.

Op-Ed: Why Film Remains Relevant in the Digital Age

Caleb Meranus, Journalist
October 26, 2023
With photographic film, you are forced to remember a moment with just one picture. It's beautiful.
Associate Director of College Counseling Dan Birdsall.

Photo | Spotlight: Dan Birdsall, College Counseling Associate Director

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 12, 2023

Associate Director of College Counseling Dan Birdsall.

Director of Academic Service Karen Bernanke works with Ruby Cohen-Weinberg '24 in the Learning Center.

Photo | Spotlight: Karen Bernanke, Director of Academic Services

Mckinlee DePaola, Journalist
October 5, 2023

Director of Academic Service Karen Bernanke works with Ruby Cohen-Weinberg '24 in the Learning Center.

GNN: Community Takes on New Schedule

Gabe Cohen, Caleb Meranus, and Nikka Souza
October 4, 2023
Hear faculty and students views on new schedule and learn the reasons behind its implementation.

GNN: Fantasy Football Frenzies

Fantasy football is currently sweeping the Gator Nation. We hit the ground and talked to some participants to see how their season is going.

Stephanie Altschul '25, Eli Lewis '25, and Abigail Jacobs '25 gather at a designated peer tutoring table to review material.

Photo | Juniors Revive Peer Tutoring Program

Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2023

Stephanie Altschul '25, Eli Lewis '25, and Abigail Jacobs '25 gather at a designated peer tutoring table to review material.

GNN: From Classroom to Campfire

GNN: From Classroom to Campfire

Caleb Meranus, Nikka Souza, and Hadley Reardon
September 19, 2023
Students bond at Camp Wingate*Kirkland in Yarmouth, before returning to campus to formally kick off the year.

Class of 1973 Embarks on Nostalgic Campus Tour

The alumnae returned in full force with 16 out of 21 members to celebrate their 50th Anniversary.

GNN: Devorah Heitner, Students and Screens

Kids should be weary of what adults want to ban, the "Growing Up in Public" and "Screenwise" author tells Gator Nation News.
Student Sylvie Stikoff '28 sharing her groups project with exhibition guests.

Photo | Seventh-Graders Create Wearable, Recycled Animal Sculptures

Nolan Suraci and Caleb Meranus
April 21, 2023

Student Sylvie Stikoff '28 sharing her groups project with exhibition guests.

V. Boys Lax Gears Up for Season Opener

V. Boys Lax Gears Up for Season Opener

Caleb Meranus, Nolan Suraci, and Nikka Souza
April 21, 2023
The Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team play Gann Academy, away, at 4:00 p.m.

Video | Ultimate Frisbee Reinstated as Physical Education Activity

Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor
April 13, 2023
After a six-year absence, Ultimate Frisbee has returned as a physical activity instead of a team sport.
The Summer Reading bracket outside the library.

Photo | Students to Choose Summer Reading

Jack Malloy, Senior Journalist
April 12, 2023

The Summer Reading bracket outside the library.

GNN: Behind the Scenes

GNN: Behind the Scenes

Get a closeup at what goes into Gator Nation News, including filming, producing, and coming up with story ideas.

GNN: Windston Legentus ’26 Lights Up V1 Basketball

After an explosive debut season, the 9th grade star already has offers from four D1 teams.
Donald Reese finalizes Portugal details with students in their last meeting.

Photo | Students, Faculty Gear Up for Worldwide Winterim Trips

Edward Flint, Managing Editor
March 3, 2023

Donald Reese finalizes Portugal details with students in their last meeting.

Behind the Stage with Bill Jacob

Video | Behind the Stage with Bill Jacob

Nikka Souza, Multimedia Journalist
February 22, 2023
Get a behind-the-scenes look at set building for the upcoming Upper School production of 'Something Rotten.'
Nolan Suraci '26 anchors Souper Delicious, a new Soup review series.

Souper Delicious: School Lunch Reviews

Nolan Suraci '26 recently launched Souper Delicious, a new Soup review series of school lunches
Alternative to pork buns: mixed green salad

Photo | Our Veggie-Friendly School: Why I Never Leave Hungry

Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2023

The School offers Tofu Bao Buns on Thursday.

The faculty pose at Commencement last year. Photo courtesy of David Barron.

GNN: The Education of Our Educators

This new video series aims to investigate the formative educational experiences of School faculty members.
Head of School Judith Guild officially opens School, Monday, Sept. 9.

Photo | GNN Live: Opening Convocation

Gator Nation News
September 13, 2021

Head of School Judith Guild officially opens School, Monday, Sept. 9.

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