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BREAKING: Gator Earns Distinguished Site Badge
BREAKING: Gator Earns Distinguished Site Badge
May 29, 2026
Students play hacky sack during a free period.
Hacky Sack’s Unexpected Comeback Engages Students
May 22, 2026
Photo illustration: Canvas is back up and running after a worldwide cyberattack.
School Restores Canvas After Cybersecurity Scare
May 19, 2026
Golden hour at Brimmer and May School, though Prom will be held downtown.
Prom Night 2026: An Evening Worth its Weight in Gold
May 7, 2026
Editor-in-Chief Rachael Rosenberg, Editor-in-Chief Tavio Mares-Van Praag ’27, and outgoing Editors-in-Chief Mary Wang ’26 and Edward Flint ’26 pose with the NESPA First Place Class III Award.
BREAKING: News Site Wins First Place, Guild “Freedom to Write” Award
May 4, 2026
Join Journalism this Fall
Join Journalism this Fall
May 14, 2026
See the student-direct show, tonight at 6:30 p.m.
See “Six,” Student-Directed Play
May 8, 2026
Photo illustration. From left, Editor-in-Chief Rachael Rosenberg '27, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief Edward Flint '26, Sports Editor Gabe Cohen '26, Outgoing Editor-in-Chief Mary Wang '26, adviser David Cutler, and Incoming Editor-in-Chief Tavio Mares-Van Praag '26 look on at The Gator during the final class period for graduating seniors, before they go off for projects.
Inside the Newsroom: The End of an Era
April 24, 2026
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Newsroom Closed for Spring Break
March 12, 2026
The lunches in contention from the championship.
Kitchen Hosts Sweet 16 Lunch Bracket — Championship Winner!
March 9, 2026
May 23, 2026, Canton, Georgia, USA: A volunteer helps place U.S. flags on veterans' graves during Memorial Day celebration at the Georgia National Cemetery. (Credit Image: © Robin Rayne/ZUMA Press Wire)
Memorial Day: We Must Bring Change
May 23, 2026
Then-Newton City Councilman Jake Auchincloss delivers the keynote address for for the 15th Annual HUmanities Symposium
Two Months In, U.S.–Iran Conflict Yields Few Gains, Mounting Costs
April 23, 2026
Finally, after a historic winter things are starting to warm up.
Editorial Cartoon: Spring Has Finally Sprung
April 21, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a Medal of Honor ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 2, 2026. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst
The Trump Administration Can’t Hide From the People
March 4, 2026
Editorial: Head of School Signs Press Freedom Affirmation Statement
Editorial: Head of School Signs Press Freedom Affirmation Statement
February 26, 2026
Finally, after a historic winter things are starting to warm up.
Editorial Cartoon: Spring Has Finally Sprung
April 21, 2026
Editorial: Head of School Signs Press Freedom Affirmation Statement
Editorial: Head of School Signs Press Freedom Affirmation Statement
February 26, 2026
We wish to thank our amazing maintenance team! (Designed with Canva).
Editorial: SNOw Problem Too Big, Thanks to Maintenance
February 4, 2026
Editorial: A Legacy Beyond Words
Editorial: A Legacy Beyond Words
November 23, 2025
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
Editorial: Summer Improvements Bring Upgrades for Learning
October 3, 2025
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid “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
After 37 Years, Creative Arts Department Chair Bill Jacob Retires
After 37 Years, Creative Arts Department Chair Bill Jacob Retires
May 27, 2026
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After 30 Years, Science Department Chair Cecelia Pan Retires
May 22, 2026
Kelly Neely, earlier in her career, stops for a photo by Middlesex Road. Photo courtesy of Brimmer and May.
After 25 Years, History Chair Kelly Neely to Depart the School
May 8, 2026
The cover of Austin Austin Hsiao’s upcoming book, The Last Tale of the City: After an asteroid threatens to destroy their species, a defeated political candidate descends into delusion, convinced their rival’s existence is somehow causing the impending apocalypse. Designed with Canva.
Humans of Brimmer: Austin Hsiao ’27 Turns Art Into Business
April 23, 2026
Videography teacher Eric Neudel talks to students last year about his experience in the field.
Humans of Brimmer: Eric Neudel on Documenting Human Connection
April 17, 2026
GNN Live: Honors Convocation, 2026
GNN Live: Honors Convocation, 2026
June 5, 2026
GNN: Commencement 2026
GNN: Commencement 2026
May 29, 2026
GNN: Inside the Classroom with Fashion Design
GNN: Inside the Classroom with Fashion Design
May 28, 2026
Rachael Rosenberg '27 (Chef Louis) performs a scene with Nydia Comenzo '27 (Sebastian).
GNN: 2026 Academy Awards
May 26, 2026
GNN: Spring, End-of-Year Athletic Awards Ceremony
GNN: Spring, End-of-Year Athletic Awards Ceremony
May 26, 2026
GNN Live: Honors Convocation, 2026
GNN Live: Honors Convocation, 2026
June 5, 2026
GNN: Commencement 2026
GNN: Commencement 2026
May 29, 2026
GNN: Inside the Classroom with Fashion Design
GNN: Inside the Classroom with Fashion Design
May 28, 2026
Rachael Rosenberg '27 (Chef Louis) performs a scene with Nydia Comenzo '27 (Sebastian).
GNN: 2026 Academy Awards
May 26, 2026
GNN: Spring, End-of-Year Athletic Awards Ceremony
GNN: Spring, End-of-Year Athletic Awards Ceremony
May 26, 2026
Ryland August '28 protests a decision.
Photos: Green Wins Dodgeball, Solidifies Gator Games Championship
May 26, 2026
Charlotte Wolfstich (Ursula), Isaac Morris (Flotsam), and Verdant Morris (Jetsam) perform a scene.
Photos: ‘The Little Mermaid’
March 12, 2026
Cam Thornton ’27 has tough drive to the basket.
Photos: V. Boys Defeats Dexter Southfield (61-40)
February 19, 2026
Elliana Barros '30 catches the ball at the top of the key.
Photos: V. Girls Fall to Dexter Southfield (67-51)
February 12, 2026
Winston Leguntus ’26 drives for a floating lay-up.
Photos: V. Boys Fall to St. Andrew’s (66-53)
January 29, 2026
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Sounds of the Swamp: Rolling Loud Festival
May 14, 2026
Gator file photo. Designed in Canva.
Monte Turner ’27 Wins Presidential Election
April 22, 2026
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Sounds of The Swamp: EMOTIONS by Nine Vicious
April 14, 2026
Young Founders Hub: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Leverage AI
Young Founders Hub: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Leverage AI
April 9, 2026
Frozen door due to the blizzard.
BREAKING: Campus Snow Removal Update with Facilities Manager Tom Bray
February 23, 2026
Andrew Flint '26 handles the disc.
Ultimate Frisbee Wraps Up Season With Four Straight Wins
May 21, 2026
Sophia Sampaio '26 cradles the ball.
Girls Lacrosse Finishes Strong
May 21, 2026
Corey Sims '30 surveys the court.
‘We Know We Can Compete’: Girls V1 Gain Confidence for Next Season
April 15, 2026
Winston Leguntus ’26 drives for a floating lay-up.
Varsity I Boys Basketball Sets Sights on Future After NEPSAC Near-Miss
April 14, 2026
The team poses for a picture together after the win. Photo courtesy of Leo Latino '28.
BREAKING: Boys Lacrosse Battles to 5–4 Victory in Season Opener
April 7, 2026
Student director Mary Wang '26 introduces her rendition of SIX to the audience.
Mary Wang Takes the Lead on Student Production of SIX
May 26, 2026
Cartoon of Ursula in The Little Mermaid.
Go Under the Sea at The Little Mermaid
March 5, 2026
Students Win 9 Scholastic Art Awards
Students Win 9 Scholastic Art Awards
February 25, 2026
Album Review: Madison Beer's Locket
Album Review: Madison Beer’s Locket
February 11, 2026
Photo by Rama Duwaji; New York Mayor’s Office (listed as author), via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Rama Duwaji: NYC’s First Lady Redefines Political Style
February 4, 2026
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Tavio Mares-Van Praag, Editor-In-Chief

Tavio Mares-Van Praag is an 11th grade student in his third year in the newsroom. He enjoys writing and filming sports content. Outside of the newsroom, he likes playing and watching soccer along with sailing, snowboarding, and basketball. Tavio runs The Gator‘s sports broadcasting initiative and is a proud producer and commentator for the livestreams.

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Supreme Court Teacher Ken Levine

Supreme Court Teacher Ken Levine

Tavio Mares-Van Praag, Editor-In-Chief
October 9, 2024

New Upper School Supreme Court teacher Ken Levine discusses his upbringing, past work experience, and reflects on the start of the school year. Levine also teaches in the Writing Center. What led...

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