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Dressed to Shell-Ebrate: Prom To Take a Deep Plunge
May 15, 2025
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
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 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
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
After 12 Years, Spanish Teacher Mirna Goldberger Moves On
After 12 Years, Spanish Teacher Mirna Goldberger Moves On
May 13, 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
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 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
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
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
School Gathers for Groundbreaking Ceremony
May 16, 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
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
Kingston Woolley '28 pitches five complete innings, allowing just three runs and capturing six strikeouts.
BREAKING: V. Baseball Wins MBIL Championship
May 15, 2025
Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) prepares to pass the ball in the third quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Shedeur Sanders: How a Top-Tier Quarterback Fell to The Fifth Round
May 14, 2025
Will Apen ’25 makes contact during the team’s 10–7 win over Gann on Thursday, May 1.
V. Baseball Clinches Spot in Second Straight Championship
May 13, 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
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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GNN: Academy Awards Opening Act

GNN: Academy Awards Opening Act

Michelle Levinger • May 30, 2018

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GNN: What's Your Music Taste?

GNN: What’s Your Music Taste?

Gabi Maynard • February 24, 2018
Students share their likes and dislikes.
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At her last home game, Amy Nwachukwu ’18 celebrates with her team during halftime. Photo by David Cutler '02.

Amy Nwachukwu Celebrates Senior Game

David Cutler, Adviser • February 23, 2018
Amy Nwachukwu '18 helped her team defeat Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, 39-34.
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GNN: Rigol and Yfantopulus Reporting

GNN: Rigol and Yfantopulus Reporting

December 7, 2017
Watch the latest segment, which covers basketball, tax reform, and Bob Annese Day.
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GNN: What Inspires Your Fashion?

GNN: What Inspires Your Fashion?

Sylvia Welch and Gabi Maynard • November 14, 2017
We asked students about their unique styles.
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GNN: Reeves Signs Letter to Play D-1 Ball as Friar

GNN: Reeves Signs Letter to Play D-1 Ball as Friar

November 14, 2017
Reeves is ranked as the 42nd best high school player in the nation.
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GNN: Fun Times at Harvest Fest 2017

GNN: Fun Times at Harvest Fest 2017

Quinton Nsamba • October 28, 2017
A sunny fall day blessed the community for its annual Harvest Fest celebration.
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GNN: Introducing Gator Nation News

GNN: Introducing Gator Nation News

James Yfantopulos • September 30, 2017
With its new Media Lab, the newsroom is proud to launch GNN.
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Gators Defeat Boston Trinity Academy for Title

Gators Defeat Boston Trinity Academy for Title

Caroline Ellervik • May 24, 2017
The team at its 7th consecutive championship appearance.
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Winterim Video: Switzerland

Winterim Video: Switzerland

Anja Westhues • April 13, 2017
Students enjoyed seeing historic sights and learning about the past.
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Math Lab Traffic Spikes Under New Tutor

Math Lab Traffic Spikes Under New Tutor

Gabe Bryan, Writer • February 27, 2017
Traffic has steadily increased under Pia Ferracin, a new part-time tutor.
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Illustration by Samantha Vingers '17.

Students Thrilled by Pats Historic Win

Elizabeth Picken • February 14, 2017
Students are calling this the greatest Super Bowl ever.
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