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Gym Construction Disrupts Campus Parking, Pick-Up, and Drop-Off
Gym Construction Disrupts Campus Parking, Pick-Up, and Drop-Off
April 1, 2025
Gator Announced Among Nation's 'Top Scholastic Websites'
Gator Announced Among Nation’s ‘Top Scholastic Websites’
March 14, 2025
Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break
Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break
March 9, 2025
Official artwork for the 2025 Winterim Video Contest.
Don’t Miss Out: Submit to the 2025 Gator Winterim Video Contest
March 6, 2025
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Winterim Preparations Elicit Excitement from Students and Faculty
March 5, 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
The event poster, created by Ady Jaeckel '25.
Senior Class Hosts Valentine’s Fundraiser
February 11, 2025
Celebrating Black History Month.
School Celebrates Black Innovation
February 4, 2025
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Editorial: Remain Flexible Now for a Brighter Tomorrow
April 2, 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
Wash Your Hands: 'Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes
Wash Your Hands: ‘Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes
February 27, 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.
Editorial Cartoon: It’s Snow Laughing Matter this Winter
February 7, 2025
President Trump's Executive Orders.
Trump’s First Moves During Second Term: Bold or Risky?
January 31, 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
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
Saying Goodbye to TikTok!
Saying Goodbye to TikTok
January 24, 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
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
February 18, 2025
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Brooks Neufeld ’26: Sparking a School-Wide Push-Up Craze
January 10, 2025
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Inside the Classroom: CAP Seminar
January 9, 2025
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
April 3, 2025
Alexa Dykeman goes in for a goal last year in a game against Chapill-Hill Chauncy Hall.
GNN: Season Preview
April 3, 2025
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
April 3, 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
Alexa Dykeman goes in for a goal last year in a game against Chapill-Hill Chauncy Hall.
GNN: Season Preview
April 3, 2025
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
April 3, 2025
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
March 7, 2025
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
March 7, 2025
GNN: Attend 'Gator Jeopardy' In-Person at Lunch Today
GNN: Attend ‘Gator Jeopardy’ In-Person at Lunch Today
March 3, 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
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
February 7, 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
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates '13 on Wildfires
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates ’13 on Wildfires
January 18, 2025
BREAKING: Girls' Basketball Wins NEPSAC
BREAKING: Girls’ Basketball Wins NEPSAC
March 9, 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
Noah Panto '25 throwing a stone.
Curling Continues Championship Streak
March 8, 2025
Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Shaq’s OGs guard Stephen Curry (30) of the Golden State Warriors controls the ball against Chuck’s Global Stars guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Reviving the NBA All-Star Game: Bringing Back the Competitive Fire
March 6, 2025
Osa Idada '25: The Big Man
Osa Idada ’25: The Big Man
February 20, 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
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
February 5, 2025
The Romeo + Juliet playbill.
Sam Gold’s Romeo + Juliet Provides a Raunchy New Take on Shakespeare
January 7, 2025
Arts Education is Essential
Arts Education is Essential
December 3, 2024
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Binyam Tsegai '26 (Orpheus) and Meera Gandhi '26 (Eurydice) deliver a duet.

Photo | Upper School Musical ‘Hadestown’ Provides a Fresh Take on Greek Myth

Leo Latino, Journalist
March 4, 2025

Binyam Tsegai '26 (Orpheus) and Meera Gandhi '26 (Eurydice) deliver a duet.

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Photo | GNN LIVE: V. Girls’ Basketball (Brimmer vs. Boston Trinity Academy)

Tavio Mares-Van Praag and Jackson Tarbox
January 5, 2025

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Breiman plays in 2016 Homecoming.

Photo | Humans of Brimmer: Shani Breiman ’18 Returns to Coach

Leo Latino, Journalist
October 31, 2024

Breiman plays in 2016 Homecoming.

Isaac Morris '26 maintains a slight leave over a Boston University Academy runner as he heads toward the finish.

Photo | Cross Country Teams Aim for Historic Championship Wins

October 31, 2024

Isaac Morris '26 maintains a slight leave over a Boston University Academy runner as he heads toward the finish.

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Photo | GNN Live: Opening Convocation

Gator Nation News
September 9, 2024

Seniors Huck Jennings and Lincoln Jiang show enthusiasm during Thursday night's talent show.

Photo | After 10 Years, Upper School Camp Shifts to New Location

September 11, 2024

Seniors Huck Jennings and Lincoln Jiang show enthusiasm during Thursday night's talent show.

Upper School Head Joshua Neudel welcomes students to camp in the amphitheater.

Photo | Photos: Camp Bauercrest

September 8, 2024

Upper School Head Joshua Neudel welcomes students to camp in the amphitheater.

Ryan Hurst '25 throws the ball to Huck Jennings '25 during touch football.

Photo | Did you enjoy Camp Bauercrest?

September 9, 2024

Ryan Hurst '25 throws the ball to Huck Jennings '25 during touch football.

Sophia Horning braves the course at TreeTop adventures.

Photo | Photos: Juniors Tackle TreeTop Adventures

Gator Staff
May 22, 2024

Juniors Amelia Bowman and Lucas Williams cross the first element at TreeTop.

Caleb Meranus '26 his mom enjoy the eclipse.

Photo | BREAKING: Eclipsing Expectations

Gator Staff
April 8, 2024

Caleb Meranus '26 his mom enjoy the eclipse.

Andre Mills '23 looks for the open shot.

Photo | BREAKING: V. Boys 1 Make History Despite Championship Loss

Gator Staff
March 4, 2024

Andre Mills '23 looks for the open shot.

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