Why should you choose The Gunnery? Watch this video to see if we can help you answer that question. From the students themselves, hear why they chose The Gunnery.
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The National Hockey League's Central Scouting Bureau recently rated Gunnery's Alex Vazzano the 9th best domestic goaltender for the 2009 NHL Draft in their midterm rankings.
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The Admissions office has made a new Official Gunnery Facebook ! Come and check out pictures of events on campus and post your questions about the school. There are current students and alums that want to help you with your school search and give you more information about what The Gunnery community has to offer you!
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March 10
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 The Gunnery community gathered together in the Dining Hall to watch the swearing in of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. While most of the students and faculty saw history being made via a screen and projector, a select few witnessed it in person. Four members of the history department, Craig Badger, Jen Badger, Jarrod Sisk, and Ari Baum '03 bid successfully for the inauguration trip at The Gunnery Parent Council Auction in October. The trip donated by trustee and parent Peter Slone '73 also included a spot for Haley Slone '11. Jessica L'Heureux '10 attended a five day Presidential Youth Inaugural Conference (PYIC) which included a viewing spot on the mall for the Presidential Inauguration.
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Following the well-received talk by civil rights activist and Dr. King's colleague Pastor Ralph Lord Roy on Friday, January 16th, seventeen students joined teacher Ari Baum '03 (economics and history) in presenting an inspirational program in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19th in an extended school meeting. Together and individually they explored the meaning of diversity in the seemingly cohesive community at The Gunnery. Whether it was religion, race, ethnicity, gender or sexual preference, the students explored the subject using their own experiences and their personal observations.
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 Tara Connolly '09 has committed to tend goal in both ice hockey and lacrosse for the Bowdoin Polar Bears, a member of the Division III New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). Bowdoin was Tara Connolly's first choice. "I fell in love with the college and surrounding town of Brunswick, Maine the moment I stepped on campus." She was accepted December 15th, Early Decision.
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 From January 14th - 19th, Otoja Abit '04 opened in an Off-Off Broadway production Two Gentleman of Verona in the role of "Thurio" with the American Theater of Actors on 314 West 54th Street and 8th Avenue. The road to this monumental accomplishment was an interesting one.
When he arrived at The Gunnery, Otoja was classified as a "star athlete." He was a gifted varsity baseball, basketball, and football player. At first glance, one wouldn't question this label, as he possessed a tall, agile physique synonymous with the athletic world. No one, not even Otoja, could expect what would happen during his post graduate year.
"I was exposed to acting at The Gunnery," said Otoja. Within his first few weeks at Mr. Gunn's School, he saw an audition notice for a production of Picnic. On a whim, he auditioned and landed the lead role. Later, he was cast in a staged reading of The Laramie Project. "The directors, Melissa Chamberlain and Todd Santa Maria, saw something in me. They trusted me by casting me in lead roles. That changed my life." This sparked an intense passion for acting which quickly overshadowed his role as an athlete.
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 For the fifth consecutive year, two Gunnery students will study abroad in India at The Woodstock School through the SAGE (Studies Abroad for Global Education) Program. From June 2009 to January 2010, juniors John Charles and Nellie Simmons will participate in Woodstock's intense college preparatory program while immersing themselves in Indian culture. Woodstock is located in the foot hills of the Himalayas. "A friend of mine runs SAGE," said faculty member and English Department Chair, John Alter. "We were interested in getting involved, as we felt it would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students. This is an experience unlike any other."
All applicants were required to write a letter of interest to be considered for the program. Mr. Alter and the school administration reviewed the letters and interview potential applicants. "In addition to those who present strong academic skills, we look at students who can handle extreme challenges," said John, "after all; they will be far away from home for a long period of time."
 The Gunnery battle of the dormitories continues in two dorm challenges. First, residents from each participated in a friendly match of dodge ball. It was a close match with the residents of Browne dormitory emerging as the winners. Thirty points were awarded for this win. Bourne, Emerson, and Gunn were awarded 10 Dorm Cup Points for advancing once. Brinsmade was given 20 Dorm Cup Points for advancing twice. Second, students participated in a clothing drive, donating approximately 700 pieces of clothing to the Judea Nursery School. Van Sinderen came out on top for this challenge.
Started in 2006/2007, the Dorm Cup Challenge lets each dormitory bond together as a group during ten challenges throughout the academic year. "This is a chance for the kids to have some pride in where they live," said Dean of Residential Life, Kate Merritt. "They work and interact with people they normally wouldn't socialize with." Kate meets with the residential advisors at the beginning of the year to brainstorm each challenge. The next dorm challenge is being planned for March.
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