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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
Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com
Op-Ed: COVID-19’s Impact on Teenagers is Deeper Than You Think
March 12, 2022
In March 2020, customers cleared grocery store shelves as the pandemics supply chain crisis escalated.
Op-Ed: An End to COVID-19’s Consumer Supply Shortages?
March 3, 2022
Photo illustration courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
School to Begin Mask-Optional Policy Monday
February 25, 2022
The team huddles before the game.
Varsity Baseball Falls to CSW in Championship Playoffs
May 23, 2022
Kumar 22 hits the studio for recording. Photo courtesy of Kumars Instagram
Spotlight: Neel Kumar ’22 is ‘MasalaKing’
May 19, 2022
Zoe Hicks-Dutt 24 and Lei Hicks-Dutt 23 study outside.
What’s New in the Course Catalog for 2022-2023?
May 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
Sexual assault awareness month image purchased at BigStock.com
Statistics: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 26, 2022
Gator Wins NESPA Awards
Gator Wins NESPA Awards
May 12, 2022
Ugo Adiele 23, Enyi Adiele 24, Dieter Gartner 22, and Ray Park 22 play a song.
Band, Choirs Perform Spring Concert
May 2, 2022
Upper School Head Joshua Neudel and Class of 2022 homeroom teachers decided to shutdown the senior lounge Thursday, after students routinely leave behind a mess.
With Mess, Senior Lounge Loses Furniture
April 22, 2022
Adiele 23 Wins Limbo at Carnival
Adiele ’23 Wins Limbo at Carnival
April 12, 2022
Gator Wins NSPA Accolades
Gator Wins NSPA Accolades
April 11, 2022
The climate crisis is a human crisis. Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com.
Op-Ed: Environmental Actions Speak Louder Than Words
May 6, 2022
Leo Liu ’26, President of the Middle School Senate, speaks at Opening Convocation last September.
Guest Column: The Power of the Creative Youth
April 19, 2022
Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com
Op-Ed: The Troubling Legacy of Anti-Vaxxer Andrew Wakefield
April 13, 2022
Photo purchased from BigStock
Op-Ed: Bracketology, My March Madness Obsession
April 7, 2022
Superstar Kyrie Irving elected not to get a COVID-19 vaccine, a decision which will not allow him to participate with the team.
Op-Ed: Athletes, Why Are You Still Unvaccinated?
April 5, 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
Editorial: School Deserves Praise for Community Uplift
Editorial: School Deserves Praise for Community Uplift
December 14, 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
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 climate crisis is a human crisis. Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com.
Op-Ed: Environmental Actions Speak Louder Than Words
May 6, 2022
Kass performs as Heche in Trap last fall. Photo by Oxygen Group Photography
Theatre Is My Sport
March 1, 2022
A residential building in Ukraines capital city, Kyiv, suffered a missile attack by Russian forces. Photo courtesy of BigStock.
As a Russian-American, I Stand With Ukraine
February 26, 2022
What makes a good climber isn’t the ability to be fearless or never make mistakes. It’s to keep climbing even when you’re scared and think you can’t continue.
My Rock Climbing Journey
February 17, 2022
Photo illustration of a student doodling during class, which some teachers allow but some ban.
Op-Ed: School Policies and Learning Differences
December 7, 2021
Spectators applaud the Bands performance.
Photos: Band Performs at The Street
May 6, 2022
Behare Goshime 22 jumps into double dutch.
Photos: Week of Apr 25
April 29, 2022
The cohort celebrates their years work in CAP.
Photos: CAParet 2022, ‘Serendipity’
April 28, 2022
Smith poses with the group at the finish line.
Photos: Midnight Marathon Bike Ride with Mr. Smith
April 19, 2022
“The middle school gardening club and these awesome radishes we grew.” — Jared Smith
Podcast: (Almost) Anything Goes with Jared Smith
April 11, 2022
GNN: From the Height of COVID-19 to Now
GNN: From the Height of COVID-19 to Now
April 7, 2022
Never Too Late to Learn: Mr. J Takes French
Never Too Late to Learn: Mr. J Takes French
March 8, 2022
GNN LIVE: Bissell Grogan Symposium
GNN LIVE: Bissell Grogan Symposium
March 2, 2022
GNN: Black History Month, Sports, Fundraisers
GNN: Black History Month, Sports, Fundraisers
February 23, 2022
GNN: Semi-Formal, Humanities Symposium
GNN: Semi-Formal, Humanities Symposium
February 1, 2022
Spectators applaud the Bands performance.
Photos: Band Performs at The Street
May 6, 2022
Behare Goshime 22 jumps into double dutch.
Photos: Week of Apr 25
April 29, 2022
The cohort celebrates their years work in CAP.
Photos: CAParet 2022, ‘Serendipity’
April 28, 2022
Smith poses with the group at the finish line.
Photos: Midnight Marathon Bike Ride with Mr. Smith
April 19, 2022
Michelle Mejia Levy 24 passes the ball.
Photos: Week of Apr. 4
April 7, 2022
“The middle school gardening club and these awesome radishes we grew.” — Jared Smith
Podcast: (Almost) Anything Goes with Jared Smith
April 11, 2022
Photo courtesy of Greg Lewis.
Podcast: Former NBC Olympic Broadcaster, Greg Lewis
February 16, 2022
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
The team huddles before the game.
Varsity Baseball Falls to CSW in Championship Playoffs
May 23, 2022
Collage by Martin Maynard 22.
Alumni Basketball Players Bring in the Heat
May 17, 2022
Logo courtesy of the NHL.
Predictions: Lead-Up to the Stanley Cup
May 14, 2022
Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com
Predictions: Who Will Win the NBA Finals?
April 29, 2022
Lucie Shimomura 28, a 7th-grade athlete, plays a varsity lacrosse game against The Waring School.
Middle School Athletes Complete Varsity Rosters
April 26, 2022
Promotional photo courtesy of Marvel Studios.
TV Review: Is ‘Moon Knight’ Marvel-Appropriate?
May 23, 2022
Screenshot courtesy of Netflix.
Song Analysis: ‘That Funny Feeling’ by Bo Burnham
May 23, 2022
Kumar 22 hits the studio for recording. Photo courtesy of Kumars Instagram
Spotlight: Neel Kumar ’22 is ‘MasalaKing’
May 19, 2022
Photo courtesy of Netflix Studios.
Review: Two Perspectives on Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper’
May 9, 2022
Spectators applaud the Bands performance.
Photos: Band Performs at The Street
May 6, 2022
Promotional photo courtesy of Marvel Studios.
TV Review: Is ‘Moon Knight’ Marvel-Appropriate?
May 23, 2022
Screenshot courtesy of Netflix.
Song Analysis: ‘That Funny Feeling’ by Bo Burnham
May 23, 2022
Photo courtesy of Netflix Studios.
Review: Two Perspectives on Netflix’s ‘Heartstopper’
May 9, 2022
Poster courtesy of the CW.
Review: Is CW’s ‘The Flash’ Worth a Watch?
May 2, 2022
Al Hirschfeld Theater before a performance of Moulin Rouge! Photo by Evan Michaeli 24.
Review: ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Is a Spectacular Spectacle
April 29, 2022
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Zoe Kaplan

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Zoe's favorite subject is English, and she loves to read. Outside of the newsroom, she loves to sing and hang out with friends.

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Student reflecting on alternative graduation attire. Illustration by Karly Hamilton 21.

Op-Ed: In 2021, Why Are We Still Graduating in All White?

April 28, 2021
Students should be wearing something they feel comfortable and confident in, regardless of their gender or other variables.
Women have the right to decide to be a mother of a child, pet (or neither), no matter what society dictates. Illustration by Karly Hamilton 21.

Op-Ed: Societal Standards Aren’t Everything

March 2, 2021
It is important to be aware of unrealistic expectations and acknowledge that no two people will live the same life.
Illustration by Tyler Stephanon 24.

Op-Ed: Mental Health During COVID-19

February 16, 2021
It is incredibly important to make mental health a priority during the pandemic.
Video conference. Men at monitor holds collective virtual meeting, remote work online chat, teleconference on screen vector concept. Education online on computer from home workplace

Outside Speakers Address Community Virtually

February 1, 2021
This year, events that were previously held in-person are being hosted virtually over Zoom.
Op-Ed: Giving Back to The Jimmy Fund

Op-Ed: Giving Back to The Jimmy Fund

January 11, 2021
This year has put a lot of things into perspective, and I want to give back to The Jimmy Fund.
Banners in the college counseling office. Gator file photo.

Op-Ed: COVID-19 Changes College Celebrations

December 4, 2020
The pandemic has changed how many students plan to celebrate.
Group of friends or family members giving thanks to God at festive turkey dinner table together. Thanksgiving celebration traditional dinner concept. Purchased at BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: How COVID-19 Has Changed Family Gatherings

November 17, 2020
Holiday celebrations and gatherings will look different this year.
Illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Q&A: Teachers on Hybrid Learning

November 11, 2020
Teachers share their thoughts on the new learning environment.
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

Sitcom Review: The Good Place

November 9, 2020
The NBC sitcom's humor and creativity is unmatched.
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: Gender Reveals Gone Wrong

October 20, 2020
Gender reveals have become more of an event, but not in a good way.
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: How Therapy Has Helped Me

October 5, 2020
Different methods work for different people, and I'm glad to have a system that works for me.
Illustration by Ava Lockhart 21.

Op-Ed: Body Positivity During Quarantine

September 29, 2020
Social media can send multiple messages about self-love.
Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

School Spearheads Diversity Initiative

June 4, 2020
The program will help attract teachers of color.
Colorful ribbons on pink background, cancer awareness. Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: My Diagnosis, Five Years Later

May 4, 2020
Reflecting on everything I've been through, I realized how strong I am.
Photo purchased from BigStock.com.

Op-Ed: My Passover in Quarantine

April 20, 2020
Family connections are important during COVID-19.
Op-Ed: Seventeen and Self-Quarantined

Op-Ed: Seventeen and Self-Quarantined

April 14, 2020
It might not have been the birthday this writer planned, but she made the most of her day.
Creative Arts Department Chair Bill Jacob plays guitar as Anja Westhues 19 sings during the 2019 Coffee House.

After 30 Years, Jacob Prepares for Sabbatical

March 4, 2020
After "Urinetown," he will head to Puerto Vallarta and Mexico City.
Op-Ed: Dont Trivialize Trauma

Op-Ed: Don’t Trivialize Trauma

February 6, 2020
It's time to stop joking about trauma.
“I want to continue to develop my abilities in the sport while working on my own curling skills. I want all the curlers to enjoy coming to curling everyday and improve along the way.” — Curling Co-Captain Samantha Estrada ’20

Player’s Insight on Winter Sports Season

December 10, 2019
How are teams shaping up?
Admissions Holds In-School Open House

Admissions Holds In-School Open House

November 7, 2019
Over 35 applicants and their families attended the event.
Photo illustration by Edan Zinn 23.

Op-Ed: Internet Addiction is Real

October 22, 2019
Facebook has over 3 billion users and counting, followed by Instagram with 1 billion and Twitter with 330 million. 
(L-R) Middle School Math and Science teacher Jared Smith, Middle and Upper School Spanish teacher Claudia Romero, Middle and Upper School History teacher Parker Curtis pose for a photo during their first faculty work day in August. Photo by Nicole DeCesare.

School Welcomes New Faculty

September 24, 2019
The community welcomed four new faculty members into the Middle and Upper Schools this year: Middle School Math and Science teacher Jared Smith, Middle and Upper School History teacher Parker Curtis, and  Associate Director of College Counseling and Director of Career Readiness Lisa Summergrad.   
Ms. Abodeely teaches students in the new classroom.

Faculty Profile: Cassie Abodeely

May 3, 2019
Learn about this teacher's background in criminal law.
Director of Innovation Kathryn Lee helps out Jaden Cheung 21 in the Maker Space.

Faculty Profile: Kathryn Lee

April 24, 2019
See how Lee is implementing innovation in the classroom.
Math teacher Peter Slaski teaching AP Calculus.

Faculty Profile: Pete Slaski

April 24, 2019
Get to know the person behind the teacher.
Dean of Students Paul Murray teaches his 9th grade English class. Photo by Noa Schabes 17.

Faculty Profile: Paul Murray

February 28, 2019
"Never take yourself too seriously," the Dean says.
Faculty Profile: Janeata Robinson

Faculty Profile: Janeata Robinson

February 7, 2019
The School's registrar once worked for the Boston City Counsel.
Debbie OMalley hard at work with inventory. Photo by Caroline Champa 20.

Faculty Profile: Debbie O’Malley

February 6, 2019
Get the inside scoop on a 19-year faculty member.
School to Host MLK Day Discussions

School to Host MLK Day Discussions

January 22, 2019
The School is planning to host breakout discussions during assembly tomorrow.
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