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Edward Flint spots a mouse by the lockers near Upper School Head Joshua Neudels office.
School Crumbs Together to Outsmart Mice
April 19, 2024
BREAKING: New Senate Executive Board Elected
BREAKING: New Senate Executive Board Elected
April 14, 2024
Decision Time: Kozhemiakin or Altschul for Senates Top Spot
Decision Time: Kozhemiakin or Altschul for Senate’s Top Spot
April 10, 2024
BREAKING: Eclipsing Expectations
BREAKING: Eclipsing Expectations
April 8, 2024
New Committee to Govern Winterim
New Committee to Govern Winterim
April 5, 2024
Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes
Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes
January 5, 2023
Zak Adler 23, who recently recovered from COVID-19, returns to school with a mask on. Masks are more a common sight in the hallways this week.
‘Alive and Well in the Community’: COVID-19 Cases Continue
September 22, 2022
Prices have fluctuated on online shopping sites like Amazon. Photo purchased at BigStock.com
Op-Ed: The Supply Chain Crisis is Not Over
June 3, 2022
School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.
School Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
May 2, 2022
Zak Adler 23 and Alison Rimas 23 walk down a one-way hallway last year, one of many health restrictions we have moved past since the start of the pandemic.
March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation
March 12, 2022
Newsroom Closed For Break
Newsroom Closed For Break
March 8, 2024
The Gator Earns Pacemaker Nomination
The Gator Earns Pacemaker Nomination
February 28, 2024
McCoy hall during the Blizzard of 2020.
Anatomy of a Snow Day
February 7, 2024
Head of School Judith Guild poses with Lower School students at Homecoming.
AD Seeks Input to Boost School Spirit
February 6, 2024
Students at the School report getting less than 8-10 hours of sleep per night.
Technology Impacts Students’ Sleep
February 1, 2024
Fresh produce at a local market, which is unavailable in food deserts.
Op-Ed: How to Destroy Food Deserts
April 11, 2024
Port-Au-Prince pinned on a map of Haiti.
Op-Ed: How to Fix the “Haitian Pattern”
April 9, 2024
Ruby pipes frosting onto cupcakes. Illustration designed with Canva.
Baking My Future: How I Landed the Perfect Job
April 2, 2024
Ukrainian boy asks to stop the war in Ukraine.
Op-Ed: Ukraine is Still a Top Priority
March 8, 2024
Adam Ondra climbing Silence, 9c.
Scaling the Limits of Human Potential: An Inspiration Story
March 4, 2024
A sea of educators and supporters of the strike demonstrate in front of City Hall on Saturday. Photo courtesy of the Newton Teachers Association.
Editorial: We Support Newton Teachers
January 23, 2024
The Schools Core Values appear on the wall nearby Dean of Students Paul Murrays office.
Editorial: A Call for Core Values
November 20, 2023
Editorial: Time for Healing After Racist Incident
Editorial: Time for Healing After Racist Incident
October 6, 2023
Lower School students created a pride flag collage for Pride Month this year.
Editorial: In Support of Northwest High School’s Newspaper
September 23, 2022
Zak Adler 23 and Alison Rimas 23 walk down a one-way hallway last year, one of many health restrictions we have moved past since the start of the pandemic.
March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation
March 12, 2022
Temperatures dipped below 10 °F on campus today. Faculty and staff are encouraged to keep windows open to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Comic: It’s Cold Inside
January 11, 2022
Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas
Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas
December 17, 2021
The U.S. Justice Department recently filed a lawsuit against Texas over curbing voting by mail.
Comic: Justice Dept. Sues Texas Over Voting Restrictions
November 5, 2021
Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?
Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?
November 3, 2021
Comic: Get Your Booster Shot
Comic: Get Your Booster Shot
October 26, 2021
The moon passes by the sun in northern Vermont, where a group of Upper Schoolers watched the solar eclipse at totality. Totality lasted two minutes in Vermont, while students saw a near-total eclipse at School.
Solar Eclipse: Eyes on the Sky
April 13, 2024
Kitchen Assistant Deborah OMalley ensures that the walk-in fridge is stocked with all of the necessary items. .
Series: Heroes in Aprons
April 9, 2024
Series: Diploma Diaries
Series: Diploma Diaries
March 5, 2024
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
February 26, 2024
Social media post made by Andre Mills 24 to celebrate his commitment to Texas A&M for basketball. Courtesy of Andre Mills 24.
Andre Mills ’24: The Odyssey of a Basketball Prodigy
January 31, 2024
Giulia Laurenza 25 works on her math homework for Math Teacher Nancy Bradley.
Photos of The Week
April 17, 2024
Gator Alumna Charts a Career Path in Journalism
Gator Alumna Charts a Career Path in Journalism
April 8, 2024
Series: 14 Questions
Series: 14 Questions
April 5, 2024
Spring Sports Flash
Spring Sports Flash
April 4, 2024
Maya Lownie 24 works in the Math Lab.
Photos of the Week 3/31
April 4, 2024
Gator Alumna Charts a Career Path in Journalism
Gator Alumna Charts a Career Path in Journalism
April 8, 2024
The team puts all hands in before taking the floor.
GNN LIVE: Winter Athletic Awards
March 27, 2024
GNN: Whats Your March Madnesss Pick?
GNN: What’s Your March Madness’s Pick?
March 27, 2024
Designed with Canva.
Predictions: The Big Game
February 11, 2024
Series: Join The Gator
Series: Join The Gator
January 20, 2024
Giulia Laurenza 25 works on her math homework for Math Teacher Nancy Bradley.
Photos of The Week
April 17, 2024
Maya Lownie 24 works in the Math Lab.
Photos of the Week 3/31
April 4, 2024
Michelle Levy 24 works in the Math Lab.
Photos of the Week 2/25
March 1, 2024
Teachers wait for their waffles on Teacher Appreciation Day.
Photos of the Week: Feb. 4
February 8, 2024
Kaylee Rivera 25 works in the Library.
Photos of the Week 1/21
January 26, 2024
Series: 14 Questions
Series: 14 Questions
April 5, 2024
Spring Sports Flash
Spring Sports Flash
April 4, 2024
New Head Coach Courtney Sims leads the Varsity Girls to their best record since 2012, going 11-4. Illustration designed with Canva.
V. Girls Crush It Under New Head Coach
February 28, 2024
Admissions Update
Admissions Update
February 14, 2024
Series: Senior Spotlight
Series: Senior Spotlight
January 22, 2024
Co-Captain Baden Howard 24 pitches against a strong Gann Academy team, with the Gators losing 17-0 at Tuesdays season-opener.
AD Optimistic for Turnaround After Spring Start
April 11, 2024
Christoph Kasper 25 tries to get the out at last years semi-finals against Gann, with the Gators coming up short, 13-3. Today at 4:15 p.m., the team will get the chance for revenge when they face off against the Red Heifers for the season-opener.
V. Baseball Embraces a New Era with Full Field Advantage
April 9, 2024
Takeaways From V. 1 Basketballs Historic Season
Takeaways From V. 1 Basketball’s Historic Season
April 1, 2024
Keeping Players Heads in the Game, Literally.
Keeping Players’ Heads in the Game, Literally.
March 25, 2024
Varsity Girls Earn Best Record Since 2013
Varsity Girls Earn Best Record Since 2013
March 8, 2024
Without You Matinee performance.
Review: Without You, Life Goes On
April 10, 2024
Student Capture 9 Scholastic Art Awards
Student Capture 9 Scholastic Art Awards
April 9, 2024
Big Fish Earns Ovations, Overcoming Illness and Cancellations
‘Big Fish’ Earns Ovations, Overcoming Illness and Cancellations
March 6, 2024
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
February 26, 2024
The new film features strong performers and a fun new sense to a classic film, but it missed the mark on stylistic choices. Graphic designed with Canva.
New ‘Mean Girls’ Movie/Musical Misses the Mark
February 6, 2024
Billy Idol performs in 2021. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
Song Review: The History Behind Billy Idol’s ‘Eyes Without a Face’
January 30, 2024
Album Review: Mt. Joys Mt. Joy
Album Review: Mt. Joy’s “Mt. Joy”
January 9, 2024
Toni Morrison, a Nobel Prize-winning author.
Mercy in Adversity: Toni Morrison’s Timeless Message of Compassion
December 1, 2023
Old key in a keyhole
Book Review: A Secret History
November 14, 2023
Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
“A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara: A Profound Exploration of Human Existence and Friendship
September 28, 2023
Flooded warning sign on an impassable road San Martin, California.
Confront Climate Culture Complacency
April 11, 2024
Gabe Cohen 26 and Coach John Calipari share a moment at the Basketball Hall Of Fame in Springfield Massachusetts last August.
Kentucky Basketball Takes a Hit, But is it All Calipari’s Fault?
April 10, 2024
“The Plague” Front Cover (French Version)
“The Plague” by Albert Camus: The Anatomy of Hope and Resilience
March 5, 2024
Landmark 81, Vietnams tallest building, at night.
Exploring Vietnam Beyond Preconceptions
February 23, 2024
A Deeper Look into Kubricks Masterpiece 2001: A Space Odyssey
A Deeper Look into Kubrick’s Masterpiece ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’
February 8, 2024
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Marlie Kass

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor

Marlie is thrilled to be on the staff of The Gator. A Lifer at Brimmer, she’s been attending the school since Kindergarten. Marlie loves all things creative arts and looks forward to lifting up the community and exploring new ideas through her writing.

All content by Marlie Kass
Infographic: The Powerful Psychology of Arts Education

Infographic: The Powerful Psychology of Arts Education

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 13, 2023
Arts education has significant developmental impacts that can shape successful, confident, and happy students.
An abstract generated illustration of “playwright.” Im still not impressed or threatened.

Op-Ed: I’m an Artist, AI Doesn’t Scare Me

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
February 9, 2023
I’m a writer—a playwright, specifically, and I’ve found that has allowed for a unique perspective on what I’m calling my newest competition.
The festival.

Photos: Community Celebrates Year of the Rabbit with Temple Fair

Grace Papas and Marlie Kass
January 26, 2023
The annual fair was a huge success.
Marlie Kass 23 awaits the start of the play. Photo courtesy of Kass.

‘Preludes’ by Dave Malloy is Genius in the Key of C♯ Minor

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 12, 2023
Creative genius or not, it’s an extremely inspiring, and eventually comforting, journey to watch. 
A Some Like it Hot playbill. Photo courtesy of Marlie Kass.

Review: ‘Some Like it Hot’ Takes Time to Warm Up

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 11, 2023
The story follows two musicians who accidentally witness a murder by a powerful gangster.
Photo courtesy of David Barron.

New Faculty Profile: Alex Ostergard

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 9, 2023
Music teacher Alex Ostergard discusses their first semester at the School.
Review: The School for Good and Evil Fails Fairytale Expectations

Review: ‘The School for Good and Evil’ Fails Fairytale Expectations

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 5, 2023
The book was better than the movie—and much better at that. 
Poster art By Amelia Dmytruk

‘Captain Fantastic!’ Promises to Live Up to Its Name

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
November 29, 2022
At the end of this week, middle school performers will be taking the stage to share the super-powered story of Captain Fantastic!
Image courtesy of Marlie Kass ‘23.

Small Joys: Mochi Squishy Review

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 25, 2022
These Mochi Squishies from Amazon are a good pick-me-up.
Members of the Class of 2023 pose at Larz Anderson Park.

Class of 2023 Enjoys “Senior Sunrise”

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 18, 2022
All 47 12th-grade students were invited to the Larz Anderson Park to enjoy the early morning together, a tradition started last year. 
Some private schools have made changes to combat grade inflation, now including here.

School Moves to Remove A+ From Grading System

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
September 28, 2022
Effective immediately, the School is shifting away from this previous academic norm and will no longer include A+s in its grading system.
Photo taken by Marlie Kass 23

Review: ‘Suffs’ Impresses at Public Theater

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 26, 2022
There are a few “wow” moments but the majority of the show was carried solely by the actors and the text. 
Poster design by Ema Gurevich 26.

Middle School Theatre to Return with ‘Beauty and the Beast, Jr.’

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 24, 2022
The cast and crew promise a lively, exciting, and enchanting production. 
School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.

School Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 2, 2022
Face masks will remain optional, though the CRT urges vigilance. “I think that our community is still very proactive and safe,” School Nurse Beth Escobar said.

Digital Cinema Teacher to Premiere War Film

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 13, 2022
The feature documentary will premiere as part of the Boston International Film Festival. Tickets available for Sunday at 3:00 p.m. showing.
Adiele 23 Wins Limbo at Carnival

Adiele ’23 Wins Limbo at Carnival

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 12, 2022
Saturday's classic carnival delights included a bouncy house, field games, BBQ, and more.
Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com

Op-Ed: COVID-19’s Impact on Teenagers is Deeper Than You Think

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
March 12, 2022
From the beginning, I've believed that the pandemic will hit teenagers the hardest. Recent events have confirmed my thoughts.
Kass performs as Heche in Trap last fall. Photo by Oxygen Group Photography

Theatre Is My Sport

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
March 1, 2022
Despite the mental and physical stamina it requires, theatre is overlooked in comparison to traditional physical activities.
Head of Middle School Carl Rapisarda-Vallely addresses students during the opening of the 2020-2021 year, at the height of the pandemic.

Rapisarda-Vallely Promoted to Assistant Head of School

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
February 11, 2022
His new responsibilities will include working with faculty recruitment and serving as a connection between different divisions.
School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.

Q&A: “All Things COVID” With School Nurse Beth Escobar

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 28, 2022
In the midst of the Omicron variant's surge, Director of Health Services Beth Escobar is dedicated to keeping the community safe.
Tick Tick…BOOM provides an emotional punch followed by a hope-filled encouragement to just take the leap and create something great. Promotional poster courtesy of Netflix Studios.

Movie Review: ‘Tick Tick… BOOM!’ Stuns on Netflix

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 5, 2022
Johnathan Larson's autobiographical musical is filled with emotional performances and energetic music.
Anja Westhues 20 sings at Coffee House 2019 with her father, Jukka Westhues.

Omicron Variant Derails Return to In-Person Coffee House

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 5, 2022
Only performers will be allowed to attend for a live-streamed event.
L-R: Elizabeth Taylor, Carmen Guitterez, Marilyn Cooper, and Carol Lawrence from the original Broadway cast sing I Feel Pretty (1957).

Op-Ed: Remembering Stephen Sondheim

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
December 3, 2021
Not only did Sondheim shape the theatre world of today through the art he created, he changed it through the people he inspired.  
Middle School Play Promises Magic

Middle School Play Promises Magic

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
November 30, 2021
The production is set for Thursday 2 at 6:30 p.m, and Friday at 5:30 p.m.

Harvestfest Returns to Campus

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
November 4, 2021
After last year's absence, Harvestfest was held to bring the School together for fall-themed festivities.
Photo courtesy of Marlie Kass 23

CAP Visits Harvard Square for ‘The Rocky Horror Show’

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 29, 2021
On Thursday, CAP visited Harvard Square for 'The Rocky Horror Show.'
School Counselor Emily Luckett.

School Counselor on Managing Stress and Anxiety

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 29, 2021
Developing resilience, that’s the key, and that’s all about learning about yourself.
The Addams Family being performed in 2014. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Op-Ed: Theatre Presents Great Spooky Entertainment

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 27, 2021
For your next scare, consider turning to the stage.
Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Review: ‘Hadestown’ Dazzles Broadway in Stunning Return

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
October 15, 2021
The show encapsulates the spirit of Broadway in 80 minutes of genuine hope and talent.
Elizabeth Fitzgerald 22, Zakkai Mares-Van Praag 22, Kyle Terino 24, and Jerry Dong 23 attend a play rehearsal.

Photo | Upper School Fall Play Returns In Person

Amelia Bowman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2021

Elizabeth Fitzgerald '22, Zakkai Mares-Van Praag '22, Kyle Terino '24, and Jerry Dong '23 attend a play rehearsal.

Andrea Underhill-Curtain is the new MS English and Drama teacher.

Faculty Profile: English, Drama Teacher Andrea Underhill-Curtin

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
September 30, 2021
The new drama teacher has many things in store for the Middle School drama program.
The shows ultimate message is that at the end of the day life is not a game to be won, but a ride to be enjoyed through all its ups and downs.

‘Ride the Cyclone,’ a Musical Journey You Won’t Forget

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 26, 2021
The show reminds us that at the end of the day life is not a game to be won, but a ride to be enjoyed through all its ups and downs.
Poster design by Ady Jaeckel 25.

MS Musical Tackles Performing Theater During Pandemic

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 13, 2021
Tune in on May 27 at 7.pm. to watch students perform "The Show Must Go On(Line)," a show set during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Last May, the School attended a WorldBoston virtual discussion on Zoom.

Students Attend WorldBoston Discussion of Armenian Genocide

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
May 11, 2021
Students in Global Studies courses watched Armenian Ambassador Varzhan Nerseyan speak at the WorldBoston event.
Priya Mallidi 23 and Alison Rimas 23 talk outside after school.

Statewide Mask Guidelines Spark Debate

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 29, 2021
Community members weigh in on Massachusetts' decision to allow people to forgo wearing masks when outside.
Poster by Marlie Kass 23.

Photo | Environmental Club to Host Earth Day Events

Evan Michaeli, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2021

Poster by Marlie Kass '23.

Using reusable water bottles can help reduce your plastic waste. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Op-Ed: Easy Actions For Environmental Impact

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 14, 2021
Here are some of my favorite "small-changes-with-bigger-impacts" decisions that I have made over the past year.
In Upper School classrooms, students sit at desks six feet apart.

School Moves To Full-Time In-Person Learning

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
April 5, 2021
For the first time in over a year, campus is open five days a week for Upper School classes.
Op-Ed: Performing Theater in the Age of COVID-19

Op-Ed: Performing Theater in the Age of COVID-19

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
March 9, 2021
When I received a text from a friend nearly a year ago that, due to the worsening pandemic,Broadway had closed for the foreseeable future, it didn’t seem real.
Poster by Michelle Xu 21.

The Show Must Go On(Line)

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
March 2, 2021
After the success of the virtual fall play, the School is venturing into digital theater yet again.
Cars parked in the gym parking lot. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Op-Ed: Learning to Drive During COVID-19

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor
January 29, 2021
Learning to drive looks different this year, but I am still excited to get behind the wheel.
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