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The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
April 29, 2025
Photo Illustration of Asian Affinity Club members.
Asian Affinity Club Seeks to Grow Membership in Fall
April 23, 2025
Janet Singer Appelfield, 90, shares her courageous story of survival as a Jewish child during the Holocaust, speaking to Middle and Upper School students during a special assembly.
“Be a Witness”: Holocaust Survivor Shares Her Story
April 18, 2025
Construction progress in the parking lot, as of April 8.
New Drop-off, Pick-up, Parking Change Runs Smoothly
April 17, 2025
College Counselor Daniel Birdsall teaches a college counseling course to seniors.
Most Competitive Year Yet for College Admissions
April 10, 2025
Gator writers win national recognition.
Gator Journalists Win Big Awards
April 17, 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
Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and “Mayhem”
May 6, 2025
Stella Bowman calling "Road to Hell" in Hadestown.
Understanding Technical Theatre: What the Audience Doesn’t See
April 17, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump holds an executive order about tariffs increase, flanked by U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 13, 2025. REUTERS
Trump’s Second Term: What is America Becoming?
April 9, 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
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
Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and “Mayhem”
May 6, 2025
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
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
May 1, 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
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 2025
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
April 29, 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
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 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
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
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
April 29, 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
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
April 30, 2025
Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; General view of the field prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Lucrative Contracts and Stellar Players Hype Up Opening Week
April 18, 2025
Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the third quarter of game two of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Road to the Larry O’Brien Trophy: NBA Playoffs Predictions
April 17, 2025
Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
April 17, 2025
Image made via Canva
March Madness Without Mayhem: NCAA Mens Basketball Final Four Breakdown and Predictions
April 4, 2025
Award-winning student art from the SISAL awards.
Art Students Receive Regional Accolades
May 5, 2025
Maddie Pogoda '25 introduces her long-requested song, "Danny Boy" by Frederic Weatherly.
Spring Concert Celebrates Music Around the World
April 27, 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 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
Livvy Avignon

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator

Livvy is the Chief Illustrator of The Gator. She is excited to bring more art to the newsroom, and to add cartoons to her peers’ stories. In her free time, she enjoys playing the violin, reading, and creative writing. She is also a member of the Creative Arts Diploma program with a concentration in visual art. 

All content by Livvy Avignon
Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and "Mayhem"

Editorial Cartoon: School Excels at Handling Brimmer and “Mayhem”

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
May 6, 2025
Between AP exams, field trips, assessments, author studies, prom, graduation, and award ceremonies, May is packed.
Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break

Newsroom to Reopen After Winterim and Spring Break

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
March 9, 2025
We will resume coverage upon returning on Monday, March 31, featuring in-depth reporting on sports and construction.
Official artwork for the 2025 Winterim Video Contest.

Photo | Don’t Miss Out: Submit to the 2025 Gator Winterim Video Contest

Gator Editorial Board (2024-2025)
March 6, 2025

Official artwork for the 2025 Winterim Video Contest.

Wash Your Hands: 'Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes

Wash Your Hands: ‘Tis the Season for Sniffles and Sneezes

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 27, 2025
Let's help stop the spread of germs. Please, remember to wash your hands. Wash your hands. Wash your hands.
Winterim approaches.

Winterim’s Coming!

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 20, 2025

Winterim approaches.

Photo | GNN: Students Buzz with Anticipation for Winterim

February 27, 2025

Winterim approaches.

Gator Poll.

Photo | Dunkin’ or Starbucks?

February 11, 2025

Gator Poll.

Gator Poll.

Gator Poll

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
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

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 7, 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

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 7, 2025
School was canceled yesterday due to forecasts of severe weather, but ultimately, there was barely a dusting.
Celebrating Black History Month.

School Celebrates Black Innovation

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 4, 2025
To learn more, seek out Librarian Elyse Seltzer.
Celebrating Black History Month.

Celebrating Black History Month

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
February 1, 2025

President Trump's Executive Orders.

Photo | Trump’s First Moves During Second Term: Bold or Risky?

Clive Sutton, Journalist
January 31, 2025

President Trump's Executive Orders.

President Trump's Executive Orders.

Who Needs Congress?

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
January 31, 2025

Simple Black Word Definition Instagram Post

Photo | TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy

Edward Flint, Executive Editor
January 24, 2025

Saying Goodbye to TikTok!

Saying Goodbye to TikTok

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
January 24, 2025

It' Winter Break!

Photo | Happy Winter Break: Newsroom Closed Until 2025

Gator Staff
December 17, 2024

It' Winter Break!

Saying the Right Words.

Saying the Right Words

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
December 2, 2024

Cartoon illustration of trespassers on the roof of Hastings.

Photo | Trespassers Scale Hastings Roof

Edward Flint, Executive Editor
October 18, 2024

Cartoon illustration of trespassers on the roof of Hastings.

Cartoon illustration of trespassers on the roof of Hastings.

Trespassers

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
October 18, 2024

[Original size] [Original size] [Original size] Children horizontal poster map road car building

Photo | Are you using the phone pouches?

September 25, 2024

The BookTok effect.

Photo | The #BookTok Effect

Rachael Rosenberg, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2024

The BookTok effect.

Learning a new language through a non-native tongue serves as a pathway to enhance our understanding of the world, our emotions, and ourselves.

Photo | Op-Ed: Embracing French as a Third Language

Mary Wang, Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2024

Learning a new language through a non-native tongue serves as a pathway to enhance our understanding of the world, our emotions, and ourselves.

Winter Recess: Back Jan 2!

Winter Recess: Back Jan 2!

Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator
December 15, 2023
The Gator will temporarily suspend its operations Friday, Dec. 15 for the two-week break.
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Photo | Do your hear swearing in the Senior Lounge?

November 15, 2023

Cartoon illustration of students not knowing where to find their misplaced or stolen belongings.

Photo | Reports of Missing or Stolen Items Spike

November 1, 2023

Cartoon illustration of students not knowing where to find their misplaced or stolen belongings.

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Photo | Historic Change: First Major Schedule Revamp in Two Decades

October 3, 2023

The summer of Barbenheimer.

Photo | "Barbenheimer" is Perfect Movie Storm

October 16, 2023

The summer of Barbenheimer.

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Photo | Op-Ed: The Jewish High Holidays During COVID-19

Amelia Bowman, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2022

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