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During remote learning, students based in China Zoomed in on a 12-hour time difference. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn 23.
International Students Adjust To Life On Campus After Remote Learning
September 21, 2021
Madeline Hsiao 23, Hebe Qiang 23, and Libby Barker-Hook 23 sit outside on the first day of school.
Campus Reopens With Modified COVID-19 Protocols
September 8, 2021
Residents of the Purba Bardhaman District in West Bengal, India after the first COVID-19 positive case was detected in their area.
Teens Grieve For India Amid COVID-19 Crisis
June 11, 2021
Head of School Judith Guild greets a student on the first day of school last September.
Administration Plans Around COVID-19 for 2021-2022 School Year
June 4, 2021
The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine available to people ages 12-17.
Op-Ed: Vaccinate Children to Help End COVID-19
June 4, 2021
Fitzgerald (right) stands alongside her colleague, Sara de Zarraga. (Photo courtesy of Elisabeth Fitzgerald)
Q&A: Quinn Fitzgerald ’07, Co-Founder of Flare
October 22, 2021
Kaylee Little 23 challenges a Bradford Christian Academy player in the 2019 Varsity Girls Homecoming game.
Athletes Look Forward to Homecoming Games
October 15, 2021
Sous Chef Taran Gavrin serves an Upper School student at lunch.
Students, Faculty Appreciate Cafeteria Reopening
October 7, 2021
Photo courtesy of Evan Holman, posing in his regalia from the University of Maine.
Staff Profile: Cross Country Coach Evan Holman
October 6, 2021
Neuropsychology Students Dissect Sheep Brain
Neuropsychology Students Dissect Sheep Brain
October 1, 2021
CAP students at American Repertory Theater. Photo courtesy of Bill Jacob.
CAP Field Trips Return With “Ayodele Casel: Chasing Magic”
October 8, 2021
Neuropsychology Students Dissect Sheep Brain
Neuropsychology Students Dissect Sheep Brain
October 1, 2021
Head Librarian Elyse Seltzer. Photo courtesy of Brimmer and May School.
Faculty Profile: Librarian Elyse Seltzer
October 1, 2021
Andrea Underhill-Curtain is the new MS English and Drama teacher.
Faculty Profile: English, Drama Teacher Andrea Underhill-Curtin
September 30, 2021
The group of eight students pose on the gator bench they constructed.
Q&A: Students Collaborate with Artists for Humanity
June 4, 2021
While October 15 marks the end of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, the national celebration of culture extends far beyond 30 days.
Life and Zeal: Reflections on National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
October 15, 2021
Nielsen dunks at a Mass Rivals game. Illustration by Jackson Ostrowski 23.
Quinn Nielsen ’23: Shooting Hoops at 6’10”
September 29, 2021
Residents of the Purba Bardhaman District in West Bengal, India after the first COVID-19 positive case was detected in their area.
Teens Grieve For India Amid COVID-19 Crisis
June 11, 2021
Kieran Cross 23 (front) and Jack Nathanson 23 play the guitar during a rehearsal. You can tell that everyone put in the effort this year to be able to play during COVID times, and I am grateful for having it at all this year, Cross said.
Photo Essay: Band Improvises During COVID-19
May 27, 2021
Christa Katsenes (from left) sits alongside her mother and older siblings.
To Foster Perseverance, Look To The Past
May 12, 2021
GNN: Class of 2021 Commencement
GNN: Class of 2021 Commencement
June 4, 2021
Lower School students enjoy the mini golf course, built by CAP students.
CAP Students Build Mini Golf Course
June 2, 2021
Kieran Cross 23 (front) and Jack Nathanson 23 play the guitar during a rehearsal. You can tell that everyone put in the effort this year to be able to play during COVID times, and I am grateful for having it at all this year, Cross said.
Photo Essay: Band Improvises During COVID-19
May 27, 2021
Brian Barrera and Behare Goshime belay climbers up the 35-foot wall.
Photos: 11th Grade at Project Adventure
May 21, 2021
Students prepare to go on the zip-line.
11th Grade Fosters Leadership at Project Adventure
May 18, 2021
GNN: Gators Victorious for Homecoming 2021
GNN: Gators Victorious for Homecoming 2021
October 18, 2021
GNN: Spirit Week, Sports Talk and Homecoming
GNN: Spirit Week, Sports Talk and Homecoming
October 12, 2021
GNN: First Fall Outdoor Ed
GNN: First Fall Outdoor Ed
September 28, 2021
GNN: Welcome Back to School
GNN: Welcome Back to School
September 21, 2021
Head of School Judith Guild officially opens School, Monday, Sept. 13.
GNN Live: Opening Convocation
September 13, 2021
History teacher Ted Barker-Hook showing his school spirit.
Photos: Week of Oct. 4
October 13, 2021
Photos: Week of Sept. 27
Photos: Week of Sept. 27
October 5, 2021
Digital cinema teacher Eric Neudel introduces students to FinalCut Pro.
Photos: Week of Sept. 19
September 24, 2021
Gator Nation News Manager Sofia Spring 22 films the first episode of the year, with anchor Haleigh Jacobs 23.
Photos: Week of Sept. 13
September 20, 2021
Kieran Cross 23 (front) and Jack Nathanson 23 play the guitar during a rehearsal. You can tell that everyone put in the effort this year to be able to play during COVID times, and I am grateful for having it at all this year, Cross said.
Photo Essay: Band Improvises During COVID-19
May 27, 2021
Digital illustration by Edan Zinn 23.
Podcast: Mahlet Woldemariam ’95 on Vaccine Development
April 7, 2021
Digital illustration by Edan Zinn 23.
Podcast: Fighting the Pandemic with Dr. Kathy Taylor
March 31, 2021
Podcast: Gov. Baker Talks Fostering Civil Discourse
Podcast: Gov. Baker Talks Fostering Civil Discourse
December 13, 2020
A portrait of Eric Foner, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons.
Podcast: Foner Criticizes Standardized Tests
May 4, 2020
Podcast: Acclaimed Archivist, Historian Zooms with Students
Podcast: Acclaimed Archivist, Historian Zooms with Students
April 22, 2020
GNN: Gators Victorious for Homecoming 2021
GNN: Gators Victorious for Homecoming 2021
October 18, 2021
Kaylee Little 23 challenges a Bradford Christian Academy player in the 2019 Varsity Girls Homecoming game.
Athletes Look Forward to Homecoming Games
October 15, 2021
Boston - August 8: New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox fans in the stands on August 8 2011 at Fenway Park in Boston. Photo purchased from BigStock.com.
Red Sox Return as Postseason Begins
October 7, 2021
Nielsen dunks at a Mass Rivals game. Illustration by Jackson Ostrowski 23.
Quinn Nielsen ’23: Shooting Hoops at 6’10”
September 29, 2021
Elijah Kinney 23 knocks the frisbee away from Jackson Ostrowski 22 during Ultimate Frisbee Day of Cross Country.
‘Almost Back To Normal’: Varsity Teams Get to Work
September 17, 2021
Album Review: Ice Nine Killss Welcome to Horrorwood
Album Review: Ice Nine Kills’s “Welcome to Horrorwood”
October 22, 2021
The original North Korean poster for the hit Netflix show.
TV Review: ‘Squid Game,’ Your Next Netflix Binge
October 19, 2021
Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Review: ‘Hadestown’ Dazzles Broadway in Stunning Return
October 15, 2021
Music Review: Kanye Wests Donda
Music Review: Kanye West’s ‘Donda’
October 8, 2021
CAP students at American Repertory Theater. Photo courtesy of Bill Jacob.
CAP Field Trips Return With “Ayodele Casel: Chasing Magic”
October 8, 2021
Album Review: Ice Nine Killss Welcome to Horrorwood
Album Review: Ice Nine Kills’s “Welcome to Horrorwood”
October 22, 2021
The original North Korean poster for the hit Netflix show.
TV Review: ‘Squid Game,’ Your Next Netflix Binge
October 19, 2021
Ajay Suresh from New York, NY, USA, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Review: ‘Hadestown’ Dazzles Broadway in Stunning Return
October 15, 2021
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com
Movie Review: Bo Burnham’s “Inside”
September 30, 2021
Music Review: Gojiras Fortitude
Music Review: Gojira’s ‘Fortitude’
May 27, 2021
Photo courtesy of Wikicommons
Op-Ed: Remembering the Boston Marathon Bombing
October 19, 2021
Op-Ed: Earth is Melting
Op-Ed: Earth is Melting
October 18, 2021
For most people with regular ovulation cycles, six weeks is only one or two missed periods, and oftentimes, they don’t even realize that they’re pregnant.
Op-Ed: Why Texas’s ‘Heartbeat Bill’ is Dangerous
October 15, 2021
For anyone born within the last 2 decades, we were not there for 9/11, and we do not share in that same national and personal trauma.
Op-Ed: Why Are Young People Desensitized to 9/11?
October 11, 2021
The question What went wrong in Afghanistan? on a banner in mens hand with blurred Afghan flag on the background. Purchased from BigStock.
Op-Ed: The U.S. Has Failed Afghanistan
October 7, 2021
The Editorial Board strongly encourages all members of the School community who are eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as they can.
Editorial: Students, Get Your COVID-19 Vaccine
April 20, 2021
Gator Announces Next Years Leadership
Gator Announces Next Year’s Leadership
March 31, 2021
The Editorial Board strongly encourages all members of the School community who are eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as they can.
Editorial: COVID-19, One Year Later
March 12, 2021
Photo purchased from BigStock.com.
Editorial Board Apologizes for Lapse in Judgement
February 24, 2021
Illustration by Edan Zinn 23.
Editorial: Admin. Deserves Thanks for COVID-19 Testing
December 1, 2020
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Nico has been a student at Brimmer for 11 years. In his free time, he enjoys singing and skiing. He also enjoys writing articles and interviewing sources.

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Nielsen dunks at a Mass Rivals game. Illustration by Jackson Ostrowski 23.

Quinn Nielsen ’23: Shooting Hoops at 6’10”

September 29, 2021
While the Varsity I basketball player has already received offers from several NCAA Division I colleges, he hasn't made a decision quite yet.
Harrison Teschke, Ayanna Jefferson, and Emma Goldstone belay peers climbing a 35-foot wall.

Outdoor Education Field Trips Return

June 4, 2021
Now allowing off-campus field trips, the School has found fun ways to build community and make sure students stay active.
Commencement will be held on the Athletic Field this year.

School Prepares for In-Person Commencement

May 25, 2021
Adhering to COVID-19 safety protocols, The Class of 2021 will experience a modified, in-person Commencement ceremony.
Upper School History Teacher Ted Barker-Hook gives a lesson on The New York Times.

Curriculum Modified During COVID-19

April 27, 2021
Educators have had to adapt to various challenges during COVID-19, including teaching in-person and concurrently.
Gator file photo.

Community Members Reflect on Pandemic

April 12, 2021
While safety protocols are still being enforced, campus is starting to return to normal.
Illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Q&A: Murray Reflects on Jeopardy!

February 23, 2021
Dean of Students Paul Murray reflects on his appearance.
Natalie Kozhemiakin 23 washes her hands before entering the Chase Building.

Community Reflects on Safety Protocols

February 2, 2021
Mask-wearing and hand-washing are now a part of people's everyday routines.
Sophia Spring 22 receives a PCR test.

Op-Ed: Weekly Testing Will Keep Campus Safe

January 19, 2021
Weekly COVID testing for students and faculty is a great way to keep campus safe.
Basketball going through the basket at a sports arena (intentional spotlight)

How COVID-19 Hurt Professional Sports

December 14, 2020
While I love watching sports, nobody's life should be at stake.
Gator file photo.

Students Share Thoughts on COVID-19 Testing

November 20, 2020
Students share their take on being tested.
Image courtesy of Alperin 21.

Alperin ’21 Files Patent on Problem Solving Project

November 16, 2020
Alperin hopes to patent her design, which helps stabilize walkers.
Photo illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Students Enjoying One Schoolhouse

October 27, 2020
The partnership allows Brimmer to continuing offering lower enrolled but critical courses.
Photo Illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Schedule Restructured to Ensure Safety

October 1, 2020
The updated schedule is adaptable to all learning environments.
Exam sheet. Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

College Board Adjusts AP Exams

May 16, 2020
Advanced Placement exams have been restructured due to COVID-19.
Jordan Minor 19 interned with Athletic Director Jeff Gates for his Senior Project, helping in a Lower School gym class.

COVID-19 Forces Senior Project Restructuring

May 6, 2020
Many students are pursuing alternative options.
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: How it Feels with Parents on the Front Line

April 16, 2020
Not everyone has the option to self-quarentine.
Nico Jaffer 23 (center) hugs his team after winning first place at the championship.

Op-Ed: The Path to Curling Success

March 9, 2020
We were down to the last throw of the match. The climactic ending to a crazy and unexpected season that culminated in a seven-and-a-half end final match.
Gator file photo.

Guild Announces Plans for New Gym

February 26, 2020
The changes will be in place by 2026.
Photo illustration by Nico Jaffer 23.

Op-Ed: How I Learn Through Music

January 30, 2020
Student shares passion for the Boston Children's Chorus.
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