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The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
The Gator Just Made History: Join Us This Fall to Make More!
April 29, 2025
Photo Illustration of Asian Affinity Club members.
Asian Affinity Club Seeks to Grow Membership in Fall
April 23, 2025
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 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
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
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid "Mayhem"
Editorial Cartoon: Brimmer Excels Amid “Mayhem”
May 6, 2025
Black smoke rises from the chimney on the Sistine Chapel, indicating no decision has been made to elect a new pope, at the Vatican, May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Hannah McKay
Pope Francis Dies, Future of Papacy Unclear
May 6, 2025
Stella Bowman calling "Road to Hell" in Hadestown.
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
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
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
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
Chasing the Current: Charlie Winder’s Race to the Top
May 1, 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
GNN: What's Next After Gym Demolition?
GNN: What’s Next After Gym Demolition?
May 8, 2025
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 2025
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
April 29, 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: What's Next After Gym Demolition?
GNN: What’s Next After Gym Demolition?
May 8, 2025
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
BREAKING: Students Witness Demolition of Thompson Gym
April 30, 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
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
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
Mary Wang Wins Senate Runoff for Upper School President
April 29, 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
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
April 30, 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
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March Madness Without Mayhem: NCAA Mens Basketball Final Four Breakdown and Predictions
April 4, 2025
Award-winning student art from the SISAL awards.
Art Students Receive Regional Accolades
May 5, 2025
Maddie Pogoda '25 introduces her long-requested song, "Danny Boy" by Frederic Weatherly.
Spring Concert Celebrates Music Around the World
April 27, 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
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Music Review: Gojira's 'Fortitude'

Music Review: Gojira’s ‘Fortitude’

Jack Nathanson, Guest Contributor • May 27, 2021
Gojira has yet to disappoint me with their metal music. "Fortitude," their latest record, is an album about standing up and being strong.
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Music Review: Brave Little Abacus's 'Just Got Back from the Discomfort'

Music Review: Brave Little Abacus’s ‘Just Got Back from the Discomfort’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • May 19, 2021
The 2010 album is an amazing math-rock emo record that uses weird time signatures, wacky instruments, and satisfying dynamics.
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Music Review: Rage Against The Machine's 'Evil Empire'

Music Review: Rage Against The Machine’s ‘Evil Empire’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • March 8, 2021
Although it is weak at some points, the politically charged lyrics and high energy make the album well worth a few enjoyable listens.
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Music Review: Molchat Doma’s 'Этажи'

Music Review: Molchat Doma’s ‘Этажи’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • February 23, 2021
The Belarusian post-punk band's sophomore LP is one of the best new wave revival albums of the 2010s.
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Music Review: Ariana Grande's 'Positions'

Music Review: Ariana Grande’s ‘Positions’

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • February 22, 2021
I don’t think Ariana Grande's new album is terrible, but it’s not amazing either.
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Illustration by Gator Staff.

Music Review: Phoebe Bridgers’s ‘Punisher’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • January 21, 2021
"Punisher" is the perfect culmination of everything enjoyable about Bridgers's music.
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Photo Illustration by Gator Staff.

Music Review: Deftones’ ‘Ohms’

Jack Nathanson, Guest Contributor • December 8, 2020
Guest writer Jack Nathanson reviews Deftones' newest album.
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Music Review: Rush's 'Moving Pictures'

Music Review: Rush’s ‘Moving Pictures’

Michael Young, Journalist • October 26, 2020

Moving Pictures was the eight album released by progressive rock band Rush. Their first definitive album, it contains two of their most successful and famous songs, “Tom Sawyer” and “Limelight”. “Tom...

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Music Review: Elliot Smith's 'Either/Or'

Music Review: Elliot Smith’s ‘Either/Or’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • October 21, 2020
Elliot Smith's music channels a perfect balance of complexity and silence.
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Music Review: 'Siamese Dream' by The Smashing Pumpkins

Music Review: ‘Siamese Dream’ by The Smashing Pumpkins

Michael Young, Journalist • October 16, 2020
The fuzzy guitars and alternative sound of the Pumpkins are brought to the masses in this album.
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Music Review: Dua Lipa's 'Future Nostalgia'

Music Review: Dua Lipa’s ‘Future Nostalgia’

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • June 3, 2020
Dua Lipa has been rising to the top of the charts recently.
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Music Review: The Hotelier's 'Home, Like NoPlace Is There'

Music Review: The Hotelier’s ‘Home, Like NoPlace Is There’

Kolja Westhues, Journalist • May 18, 2020
The album takes an untraditional path to success.
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