Keynote Speech: Commencement 2024
My Dear Graduates. In the Jewish tradition, even in moments of our most intense joy, we stop to remember that there are elements of the world that are broken. Today—as we come together in celebration– it is important to mourn those who have died, those who are still in captivity, and all people who continue […]
Chag Sameach : Passover Message 2024
Dear members of the Gann community, As we prepare to gather with our friends and families tomorrow night, many of us will do so with a heavy heart. Spring has tentatively arrived here in Boston, yet it is hard to feel ready to fully celebrate the Feast of Freedom. Some will set an extra chair […]
Rachel Frenkil
Rachel joined Gann in 2016 and taught all levels of Spanish for many years. Now she works in development as the Sr. Development and Alumni Relations Officer. She has a BA in Spanish and Religious Studies from Colby College and a Masters in Spanish from Middlebury College. She is also the head coach of Gann’s […]
‘Camp Gann’: Highlights from the Gann Class of ’08 Alumni Weekend
Recently, over a dozen families from the Class of 2008 gathered for an alumni retreat at Camp Eisner, coined ‘Camp Gann.’
End-Of-Year Message 2023
Dear members of the Gann community, As we wind down the year, we take tremendous pride in our students’ effort and accomplishments. From the classroom to the soccer field, the black box theater to the newsroom, the Yachad club for disability awareness to the Hebrew Senior Life volunteers, Gann students are engaged, inspired, and giving […]
“Gann Student Stories Series”: Students Participate in a Jewish Pluralism Panel
As part of our ‘Gann Student Voices Series,’ a group of 10th and 11th graders participated in a lively Jewish Pluralism Panel during a special Limmud last week for the 10th and 11th grades. During the session, the panelists answered questions detailing their personal stories surrounding being Jewish. They shared insights into their Jewish practices, […]
Congressman Jake Auchincloss Visits Gann
This week, our student-run club, Heifers for Israel, organized and hosted Congressman Jake Auchincloss on campus for a thought-provoking discussion and Q&A. They delved into Jake’s relationship with Judaism, his insights on U.S. objectives in supporting Israeli governance, combating antisemitism on college campuses, and his hopes for the next generation of policymakers. Students then led […]
Red Curtain Drama Club Presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
Gann’s Red Curtain Drama Club took the stage this November, delivering three amazing performances of their fall play, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, along with multiple in-school previews. Every member of the cast and stage crew worked diligently over the last few months to assemble the show and bring each production to life. Next up for the […]
Gann’s Robotics Team Hosts Statewide Scrimmage
One of Gann’s three robotics teams hosted the largest scrimmage at Gann since 2020 this past weekend, providing teams from all over the state with an opportunity to run their robots collectively and showcase their amazing functions. Alongside the three Gann teams, seven other teams participated, ranging from beginner teams to those who have represented […]
Gratitude for Gann Faculty and Staff: Thanksgiving Message 2023
Dear members of the Gann community, At this time of year, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude for all of you who contribute so meaningfully to the vibrancy and success of our Gann community. This year, as I approach the holiday season, my gratitude is particularly directed to our teachers. The events of October 7 have profoundly impacted Gann and […]