Evan Michaeli

Photo | Alumnus Reflects on ICE Activity Impact in Minnesota

Mary Wang, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2026

An "ICE OUT" sign posted on a door.

Power to the Youth

Evan Michaeli and Andrea Tang
May 31, 2024

Youth deserve legitimate chances to impact legislation and national policy to improve our future.

Flipping Chapters: Graduation

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 31, 2024

Graduation is a time for celebration and reflection, offering gratitude to those who guided you.

Love-All: Mentorship Creates Winning Players

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 10, 2024

Players should consider themselves lucky to find a mentor like David Argasinski.

Solar Eclipse: Eyes on the Sky

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 13, 2024

Watching the total solar eclipse was life-changing. Not only was it beautiful, but it also shed light into why we need to relish every moment.

Photo | Snow Day: Tuesday, Feb. 13

Gator Staff
February 12, 2024

Designed using Canva.

Op-Ed: Terror in the Skies

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
February 8, 2024

Twelve minutes after ascending from Oregon’s Portland International Airport, Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 experienced a system failure.

Andre Mills ’24: The Odyssey of a Basketball Prodigy

Evan Michaeli and Tavio Mares-Van Praag
January 31, 2024

His pursuit, woven with the threads of resilience, mentorship, and sheer determination, epitomizes the spirit of a quintessential athlete.

Varsity 1 Basketball: Andre Mills

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 10, 2024

Andre Mills '24 talks about his love of basketball, loyalty, and D-1 basketball.

Photo | Another Champion Embroiled in Cheating Scandal

Jack Malloy, Senior Journalist
January 10, 2024

Duke play calls on a poster during a 2022 game against Boston College.

Choking Ourselves to Death

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
December 2, 2023

Executive Editor Evan Michaeli presents a six-piece feature highlighting the dire state of our world and solutions to the climate crisis.

Humanity: It’s Time to Wake Up!

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 18, 2023

Executive Editor Evan Michaeli presents the first of a five-piece feature highlighting the dire state of our world and solutions to the climate crisis

Spotlight: Dan Birdsall, College Counseling Associate Director

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 12, 2023

Learn more about Associate Director of College Counseling Dan Birdsall as he discusses his time here and his favorite sports.

Podcast: Elyse Seltzer

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 5, 2023

Head Librarian Elyse Seltzer discusses her role at School and her outside life.

Historic Change: First Major Schedule Revamp in Two Decades

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 3, 2023

The modifications aim to cultivate more consistent class meeting times and deepen community bonding.

Op-Ed: Top Uncommon U.S. Summer Vacations

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
June 1, 2023

Summer is approaching fast as families look for exciting and fun vacation spots to spend some time.

The Ocean Race: Sailing Toward a Greener Future

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 30, 2023

Determination and a common goal of sustainability enables the power of humanity through sailing.

Ten Years Later, We Remain Boston Strong

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 19, 2023

The 2013 bombings taught us that we are all stronger together.

Op-Ed: Don’t Count Out the Red Sox Yet

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
March 30, 2023

While several insiders and beat writers predict a similar fate for the 2023 Red Sox, I see a different vision. One where the Red Sox wind up as a force in the American League.

Op-Ed: Ohio Train Derailment Highlights Distrust for Authorities

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
March 3, 2023

The East Palestine tragedy must serve as a wake-up call to environmental disasters for public officials and corporations.

Pollution: Undermining Our Planet’s Health

Evan Michaeli, Mary Wang, Arianna Paredes, and Bhart Lal
February 8, 2023

Contamination is a lethal consequence to our actions—it's time for a change.

Teachers Debate AI in Education

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 30, 2023

Now that ChatGPT has taken the world by storm, teachers here shared their thoughts on AI and its future in education.

Photo | Op-Ed: What YMUN Taught Me About Speaking Up

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2023

Students gather together at the Delegate Dance, a tradition at YMUN.

Op-Ed: Life Is Bigger Than Sports

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 4, 2023

Monday night’s crucial game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Buffalo Bills came to an abrupt halt after Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field.

Op-Ed: We Need Climate Legislation, Not Distraction

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
November 28, 2022

Wreckage is not the way to show our frustrations. Legislation is the answer to climate change.

Sun Shines for Harvest Fest

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
November 4, 2022

On a sunny day last Friday, the School congregated on the field to celebrate autumn.

Op-Ed: A Letter to Ted Turner, CNN Founder

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 26, 2022

After meeting the founder of CNN, one of my greatest inspirations, I decided to pen an open letter of gratitude to him.

Op-Ed: Top 5 Animal Encounters in Baseball

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 17, 2022

In honor of the goose that flew onto the field during a recent Dodgers game, I wanted to share my top five animal encounters in professional baseball.

Faculty Profile: Blake Fitch, Photography Teacher

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
September 27, 2022

The Gator sat down with the Upper School Photography Teacher Blake Fitch to learn more about her first year at the School.

Summer 2022 Showcases Climate Crisis On Full Display

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
September 23, 2022

We need climate action, now more than ever.

Op-Ed: Environmental Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 6, 2022

Politicians seem to push for a greener world, but their actions don’t say so.

Photos: Midnight Marathon Bike Ride with Mr. Smith

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 19, 2022

Smith poses with the group at the finish line.

Review: ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Is a Spectacular Spectacle

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 29, 2022

The jukebox musical is packed with special effects, set changes, and fun music.

Op-Ed: Act Now For Environmental Justice

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
March 8, 2022

2021 experienced a record number of natural disasters. Soon enough, we will reach the point of no return. There is no "Planet B."

Podcast: Former NBC Olympic Broadcaster, Greg Lewis

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
February 16, 2022

Emmy-award-winner Greg Lewis shares his thoughts about the Beijing Olympics.

Op-Ed: Big Papi, Red Sox Legend, Enshrined in Hall of Fame

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
February 9, 2022

David Ortiz gained special recognition, elected as a Hall of Famer on his first time on the ballot.

Op-Ed: Examining the Ups and Downs of Zoom Events

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 25, 2022

Zoom gives and takes in equal measures, as students displayed with last week's virtual keynote for the Bissell Grogan Humanities Symposium.

Op-Ed: Environmental Club Works to Ban Plastic Straws in Newton

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 13, 2022

The club is partnering with Newton's Plastics Reduction Working Committee.

Op-Ed: Biking the Boston Marathon at Midnight

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 12, 2021

Evan Michaeli and his mom bike the Boston Marathon.

Op-Ed: Earth is Melting

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 18, 2021

This summer I spent five days in Glacier National Park, which opened my mind to the reality of glacial change.

Red Sox Return as Postseason Begins

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 7, 2021

The Red Sox return in a surprising comeback to an exciting and promising postseason.

Op-Ed: Why Simone Biles’s Decision Is Important For Mental Health

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
September 17, 2021

The world-famous athlete pulled herself from the 2021 Olympic Games, citing her mental health.

Op-Ed: George Floyd, One Year Later

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 26, 2021

After a year since his tragic death, Floyd’s name will be remembered along with the many other victims of police brutality.

Op-Ed: Antisemitism Never Went Away

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
May 5, 2021

After the vandalization of synagogues in New York, we are reminded once again that antisemitism is still rampant.

Environmental Panel Discusses Ocean Health

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 27, 2021

Last Wednesday, a panel of speakers discussed ocean health via Zoom. If you missed the meeting, catch the full recording here.

Environmental Club to Host Earth Day Events

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 21, 2021

This week, The Environmental Club will host two events to address ocean health.

Op-Ed: Gaylord Nelson’s Great Dream, 51 Years Later

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 20, 2021

Gaylord Nelson created Earth Day 51 years ago, yet we still deal with the same problems he sought out to solve.

Q&A: Nurse Escobar on COVID-19 Testing

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
April 1, 2021

The Gator spoke to School Nurse Beth Escobar to take a closer look at COVID-19 testing.

Op-Ed: The Growth of the Boston Metro Area

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
March 10, 2021

New jobs, homes, and travel opportunities have sprung up, causing a mostly positive impact on residents.

Op-Ed: Dustin Pedroia Retires

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
February 23, 2021

After 14 years on the Red Sox, Pedroia recently announced his retirement.

Op-Ed: A Historic Inauguration Ushers in Hope

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
February 3, 2021

Amid the raging twin pandemics, this inauguration is a beacon of light at the end of the tunnel.

Op-Ed: What Georgia’s Runoffs Mean for Change

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
January 19, 2021

This election made clear that if you care about something, standing up for it can make a difference

How COVID-19 Hurt Professional Sports

Nico Jaffer and Evan Michaeli
December 14, 2020

While I love watching sports, nobody's life should be at stake.

How does the Electoral College Work?

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
November 12, 2020

Your questions about the United States Electoral College, answered.

Op-Ed: How I Analyze Polls

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
November 3, 2020

Polls play an important role in demonstrating voting trends.

Op-Ed: Free Agency is Key for the Red Sox

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 28, 2020

If the Red Sox want to be a contender next season, Chaim Bloom must make a free agent splash this winter.

Op-Ed: The Past, Present, and Future of My Environmental Impact

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
October 16, 2020

I hope to continue educating community members here.

Op-Ed: Wildfires Wreck the West

Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor
September 30, 2020

The environment has suffered immensely due to the fires.