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Janet Singer Appelfield, 90, shares her courageous story of survival as a Jewish child during the Holocaust, speaking to Middle and Upper School students during a special assembly.
“Be a Witness”: Holocaust Survivor Janet Singer Appelfield Shares Her Story
April 18, 2025
Construction progress in the parking lot, as of April 8.
New Drop-off, Pick-up, Parking Change Runs Smoothly
April 17, 2025
College Counselor Daniel Birdsall teaches a college counseling course to seniors.
Most Competitive Year Yet for College Admissions
April 10, 2025
Gym Construction Disrupts Parking, Pick-Up, and Drop-Off
Gym Construction Disrupts Parking, Pick-Up, and Drop-Off
April 1, 2025
Gator Announced Among Nation's 'Top Scholastic Websites'
Gator Announced Among Nation’s ‘Top Scholastic Websites’
March 14, 2025
Gator writers win national recognition.
Gator Journalists Win Big Awards
April 17, 2025
New Gator Editorial Board Announced
New Gator Editorial Board Announced
April 2, 2025
English teacher Bradley Star and Administrative Associate Mark Sehnert enjoy some looking at photos of the gym and its use over the decades.
School Honors Thompson Gym
March 7, 2025
Former Head of School Emily C. Thompson breaks ground from the Gym, which is due to be demolished March 10.
School To Bid Farewell to Gym
March 3, 2025
The event poster, created by Ady Jaeckel '25.
Senior Class Hosts Valentine’s Fundraiser
February 11, 2025
Photo Illustration of Asian Affinity Club members.
Asian Affinity Club Seeks to Grow Membership in Fall
April 23, 2025
Stella Bowman calling "Road to Hell" in Hadestown.
Understanding Technical Theatre: What the Audience Doesn’t See
April 17, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump holds an executive order about tariffs increase, flanked by U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 13, 2025. REUTERS
Trump’s Second Term: What is America Becoming?
April 9, 2025
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Editorial: Remain Flexible Now for a Brighter Tomorrow
April 2, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump steps from Air Force One upon arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., February 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Editorial: We Stand With the School on Remaining Independent
February 27, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump steps from Air Force One upon arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., February 16, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Editorial: We Stand With the School on Remaining Independent
February 27, 2025
A photo illustration of a student who uses ChatGPT to study.
Editorial: As Midterms Approach, Uphold Academic Integrity
December 10, 2024
Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
November 7, 2024
Photo Illustration of Kaan Ladha '25 Coughing Courtesy of Amelia Bowman
Editorial: Stay Healthy, Stay Home
October 4, 2024
Editorial: Combatting Surging Antisemitism on College Campuses
Editorial: Combatting Surging Antisemitism on College Campuses
April 26, 2024
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
Saying Goodbye to TikTok!
Saying Goodbye to TikTok
January 24, 2025
Beyond the Buzzer: A.J. Reeves '18
Beyond the Buzzer: A.J. Reeves ’18
February 25, 2025
Inside the Classroom: Supreme Court
Inside the Classroom: Supreme Court
February 19, 2025
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
Rekindle: Series Invites Alumni to Share Memories
February 18, 2025
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Brooks Neufeld ’26: Sparking a School-Wide Push-Up Craze
January 10, 2025
Designed in Canva
Inside the Classroom: CAP Seminar
January 9, 2025
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
April 3, 2025
Alexa Dykeman goes in for a goal last year in a game against Chapill-Hill Chauncy Hall.
GNN: Season Preview
April 3, 2025
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
April 3, 2025
The cast of crew of Hadestown take a bow.
Photos: Hadestown
April 1, 2025
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
March 8, 2025
Alexa Dykeman goes in for a goal last year in a game against Chapill-Hill Chauncy Hall.
GNN: Season Preview
April 3, 2025
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
GNN Live: Winter Sports Awards
April 3, 2025
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
Gator Jeopardy: Winner Revealed!
March 7, 2025
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
GNN LIVE: NEPSAC Girls’ Varsity Semi-Finals (Brimmer vs. Hyde School)
March 7, 2025
GNN: Attend 'Gator Jeopardy' In-Person at Lunch Today
GNN: Attend ‘Gator Jeopardy’ In-Person at Lunch Today
March 3, 2025
The cast of crew of Hadestown take a bow.
Photos: Hadestown
April 1, 2025
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
BREAKING: Gators Advance to NEPSAC Finals, Set to Face Vermont Academy Wildcats
March 8, 2025
English teacher Bradley Star and Administrative Associate Mark Sehnert enjoy some looking at photos of the gym and its use over the decades.
School Honors Thompson Gym
March 7, 2025
Former Head of School Emily C. Thompson breaks ground from the Gym, which is due to be demolished March 10.
School To Bid Farewell to Gym
March 3, 2025
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
Breaking: Temple Fair Wishes Good Luck to Community
February 7, 2025
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
“Hadestown” Touted as Top Upper School Musical
April 3, 2025
Binyam Tsegai '26: In the Spotlight of 'Hadestown'
Binyam Tsegai ’26: In the Spotlight of ‘Hadestown’
March 4, 2025
Series: Inside Winterim Trips
Series: Inside Winterim Trips
February 26, 2025
Series: 2025 Senior Spotlight
Series: 2025 Senior Spotlight
January 29, 2025
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates '13 on Wildfires
Podcast: California Resident Heather Gates ’13 on Wildfires
January 18, 2025
Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; General view of the field prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Lucrative Contracts and Stellar Players Hype Up Opening Week
April 18, 2025
Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the third quarter of game two of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Road to the Larry O’Brien Trophy: NBA Playoffs Predictions
April 17, 2025
Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
April 17, 2025
Image made via Canva
March Madness Without Mayhem: NCAA Mens Basketball Final Four Breakdown and Predictions
April 4, 2025
BREAKING: Girls' Basketball Wins NEPSAC
BREAKING: Girls’ Basketball Wins NEPSAC
March 9, 2025
The cast of crew of Hadestown take a bow.
Photos: Hadestown
April 1, 2025
Upper School Musical 'Hadestown' Provides a Fresh Take on Greek Myth
Upper School Musical ‘Hadestown’ Provides a Fresh Take on Greek Myth
March 4, 2025
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
Students Win 27 Scholastic Art Awards
February 5, 2025
The Romeo + Juliet playbill.
Sam Gold’s Romeo + Juliet Provides a Raunchy New Take on Shakespeare
January 7, 2025
Arts Education is Essential
Arts Education is Essential
December 3, 2024
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School Announces Updated Testing Plan

Karly Hamilton • October 27, 2020
The School is asking students to be tested before returning to campus.
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Gator file photo.

School Continues with Reopening

Brian Gamble, Outgoing Managing Editor • September 29, 2020
Last week, the School transitioned to having three Upper School grades on campus each day.
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An array of masks made by Avery Alperin '21.

Alperin ’21 Starts Community Mask Initiative

Michael Young, Journalist • May 1, 2020
As medical professionals are always helping us, it is our turn to help them by masking masks.
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Hebe Qiang '23 gets ready to do the ropes course. Photo by Edan Zinn ''23.

Ninth Grade Travels to Project Adventure

Michael Young, Journalist • October 30, 2019
Students bond over team activities.
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The new bronze sculpture created by artist Janice Corkin Rudolf '66, which sits in front of the entryway to the Chase. Photo by Nicole DeCesare.

New Sculpture Added to School’s Art Collection

Brian Gamble, Outgoing Managing Editor • September 18, 2019
Janice Corkin Rudolf ’67 unveils her newest addition.
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Rain Can't Stop Homecoming Spirit

Rain Can’t Stop Homecoming Spirit

Molly McHugh, Writer • October 18, 2018
Both teams won games against Bradford Christian Academy.
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Mark Donato's Need for Speed

Mark Donato’s Need for Speed

Hannah Ahearn, GNN • October 11, 2018
This summer, the senior started racing cars.
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Photo purchased from BigStrock.com.

Take Advantage of Meditation Before Finals

Quinton Nsamba • May 31, 2018
Head Librarian Megan Dolan is offering meditation sessions before exams in the learning commons.
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School Announces Winterim 2019 Trips

School Announces Winterim 2019 Trips

Elizabeth Foley • May 22, 2018
India, China, Croatia, England, Switzerland, France and Italy, the Dominican Republic, the American Southwest, and Florida are all on the list.
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Kimberly Santos '18 fighting for a loose ball - Photo by David Barron

Eight Seniors to Play College Sports

Caroline Champa • May 18, 2018
In the graduating class of 39, eight seniors will smash the national average.
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School Opens Permanent Online Spirit Store

School Opens Permanent Online Spirit Store

Molly McHugh, Writer • May 2, 2018
Apparel comes in an array designs and styles.
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Screenshot of the new Brimmer and May School app. Gator file photo.

School Releases New Mobile App

Katarina Klacko and Sarah Dean • April 20, 2018
Get free and quick access to important contacts, news, social media updates, and more.
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