The student news site of Brimmer and May School | Chestnut Hill, MA

The Gator

Share your voice
  • Thinking of electives for the fall? Sign up for journalism and join our award-winning newsroom. All are welcome.
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

All content by Wikimedia Commons
Aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Netflix Docuseries Captures Boston Marathon Manhunt

May 23, 2023

Aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Aerial view of the train derailment in East Palestine that took place on February 3. Photo taken by the National Transportation Safety Board, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: Ohio Train Derailment Highlights Distrust for Authorities

March 3, 2023

Aerial view of the train derailment in East Palestine that took place on February 3. Photo taken by the National Transportation Safety Board, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Rihanna performs live in Paris in 2011.

Photo | Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up” Honors Chadwick Boseman’s Life

February 16, 2023

Rihanna performs live in Paris in 2011.

The aftermath of the earthquakes destruction in Adıyaman, a city in southeastern Turkey.

Photo | Op-Ed: Humanity in the Face of Natural Disasters

February 15, 2023

The aftermath of the earthquake's destruction in Adıyaman, a city in southeastern Turkey.

A rotating globe shows the carbon monoxide output around the world. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Pollution: Undermining Our Planet’s Health

February 8, 2023

A rotating globe shows the carbon monoxide output around the world. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Artificial intelligence tools have surged in popularity among students for their ability to complete schoolwork.

Photo | Op-Ed: Will Artificial Intelligence Change Schools Forever?

January 30, 2023

Artificial intelligence tools have surged in popularity among students for their ability to complete schoolwork.

An ambulance arrives at a football game. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: Life Is Bigger Than Sports

January 4, 2023

An ambulance arrives at a football game. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

United States President Joe Biden delivered remarks at the COP27 summit this month.

Photo | COP27: There’s Still Time to Tackle the Climate Crisis

December 1, 2022

United States President Joe Biden delivered remarks at the COP27 summit this month.

United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivers remarks at COP27.

Photo | Though Not a Five-Year Review Point, COP27 Will Go Down in History

December 1, 2022

United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak delivers remarks at COP27.

A 2022 Climate March in Edinburgh.

Photo | Week 2 of COP27 Highlights Women Empowerment

December 1, 2022

A 2022 Climate March in Edinburgh.

Posters for the 1.5 Degrees Live series at Flinders University.

Photo | 1.5°C: We Are Running Out of Time

December 1, 2022

Posters for the "1.5 Degrees Live" series at Flinders University.

A tornado ravaged Oklahoma in 2010.

Photo | Questions Remain After Week One of COP27

December 1, 2022

A tornado ravaged Oklahoma in 2010.

Just Stop Oil protestors threw soup onto a $110 million painting by Vincent Van Gough.

Photo | Op-Ed: We Need Climate Legislation, Not Distraction

November 28, 2022

"Just Stop Oil" protestors threw soup onto a $110 million painting by Vincent Van Gough.

A young ESports participant competes in Chinas Summer League of Legends playoff.

Photo | Op-Ed: As Esports Booms, Opportunity Looms

November 29, 2022

A young ESports participant competes in China's Summer League of Legends playoff.

Maura Healey poses during her 2013 campaign for Massachusetts Attorney General.

Photo | Governor-Elect Healey’s Win Makes State History

November 23, 2022

Maura Healey poses during her 2013 campaign for Massachusetts Attorney General.

Quizlet, one of the most-downloaded apps on the App Store, now includes a paywall.

Photo | Changes to Quizlet Causes Frustration Among Students

November 15, 2022

Quizlet, one of the most-downloaded apps on the App Store, now includes a paywall.

J. K. Rowling has been the source of recent controversy for her comments on gender identity.

Photo | Op-Ed: You Can’t Separate the Art from the Artist

October 31, 2022

J. K. Rowling has been the source of recent controversy for her comments on gender identity.

Flooding partially submerged Sanibel Causeway in Florida. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: Hurricane Ian is Just the Beginning

October 11, 2022

Flooding partially submerged Sanibel Causeway in Florida. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Reaching out when you are struggling can be extremely difficult, but always know that there are options and people out there to help you.

Photo | Op-Ed: Observing Suicide Awareness Month

September 30, 2022

Reaching out when you are struggling can be extremely difficult, but always know that there are options and people out there to help you.

Teargas is released outside the United States Capitol.

Photo | One Year Later: Remembering January 6

January 6, 2022

Teargas is released outside the United States Capitol.

Photo courtesy of Wikicommons

Photo | Op-Ed: Remembering the Boston Marathon Bombing

October 19, 2021

Photo courtesy of Wikicommons

Kanye West performs for fans in 2009. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: Stop Idolizing Kanye West

October 5, 2021

Kanye West performs for fans in 2009. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine available to people ages 12-17.

Photo | Editorial: Students, Get Your COVID-19 Vaccine

April 20, 2021

The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine available to people ages 12-17.

Dustin Pedroia. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: Dustin Pedroia Retires

February 23, 2021

Dustin Pedroia. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | TV Review: ‘WandaVision’ Offers Creepy, Delightful Vibe

February 8, 2021

Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Kamala Harris oath of office. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Photo | Op-Ed: A Historic Inauguration Ushers in Hope

February 3, 2021

Kamala Harris oath of office. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Load More Stories
Activate Search
The student news site of Brimmer and May School | Chestnut Hill, MA
Wikimedia Commons