Latino Heritage Month Celebration
For Latino Heritage month, seniors Fernando C. ‘21, Edgar S. ‘21, and Christian S. ‘21 created a video in Corona Plaza to demonstrate the diverse cultures in New York City. Check out their video here and their thoughts on the importance of filming it.
Upper Schoolers Adapt to Hybrid Classes
This past fall, the Upper School transitioned to a hybrid schooling model; some feel that adjustments made since the spring like transitioning to Canvas have allowed for learning to be easier, but many are still adjusting to online learning.
A Reflection On Reopening And What’s Next
Whether from the building or a computer screen, the Browning administration has successfully dealt with the challenge of running a school during a global pandemic, but there are many obstacles for the remainder of the school year. As of now, the administration’s intention is to remain in hybrid learning.
Meet the 2020 Faculty Members
In a normal year, it is common to introduce the new Browning faculty at a school assembly. Due to COVID-19, this could not take place. The Grytte asked our new members the following two questions so that the community can get to know them better:
Grytte Staff Gets the Gold
The Grytte won first place with special merit, the highest award possible, in the American Scholastic Press Association’s 2019-2020 contest for school newspapers.
Interschool Members Say Smaller Communities are Closer
While physical gatherings for the Interschool community have not occurred while schools have been closed, many have been able to stay connected online.
Class of 2020 College Choices
The Grytte would like to congratulate the class of 2020 on their offers of college admission. Read more to see their college choices.
Quarantine Update Video
Willem H. ‘23, Joe F. ‘22, Griffin D. ‘21, and Zachary B. ‘20 share what they have been up to during quarantine.
Community Stays Together with BrowningConnect
Since the pandemic, the altered schedule and community-led connection spaces have kept the School community as connected as possible in the midst of these challenging times.
The Grytte 2020 Faculty Dedication
The Grytte staff presents its fifth annual dedication to Dr. Brett Wisniewski, beloved Middle and Upper School Classics teacher.
Student Council Relieves Stress During Pandemic
Quarantining has not prevented the Student Council from ensuring that the School maintains its traditional value of community, even through unprecedented times.
Tackling New Realities Through the NFL Draft
Students have stepped up and helped our community organize. During the NFL Draft week, avid fans from the upper school community took part in a mock draft competition, and some discussed the draft live on a Google Meet call.
TikTok Takes Over Browning Community
TikTok has inspired several students at Browning to keep their followers entertained through these stressful times.
National Poetry Month Inspires Positivity During Quarantine
Despite Browning’s extended closure, the English Department attempted to keep spirits up by calling on quarantined students and faculty to celebrate National Poetry Month throughout April.
The College Process in Quarantine
For high school seniors, the college search is usually an exciting and often quite daunting process. For high school seniors in 2020, this process has taken on entirely new levels of stress and uncertainty.
How are the #MeToo Movement and Conflict with Iran Connected? Through Seventh Grade Classrooms, Of Course
Discussions surrounding current events have resulted in the possible removal of a book from the curriculum and conversations about the war in Iran.
A Tale of Two Schools
The Browning Grytte and the Saint Ann’s Ram conducted a newspaper exchange before the pandemic, with student reporters touring each other’s schools for a day in order to observe the academic experience and community.
The Man, The Myth, The Legend: Skizzy Mars
Rapper Skizzy Mars is a Browning alumnus who at 26 already has a handful of albums and Billboard hits to his name.
Looking Back Fondly & Marching Ahead
As she prepares for her new position as the Head of The Gateway School, Laurie Gruhn talks about her New York City childhood, her years at The Browning School, and her plans for the future.
Frost Valley Builds Camaraderie Among Sophomores
This past Frost Valley trip was nothing less than a great bonding experience. Even though it has been a long-lasting tradition, the class of 2022 built connections that will be embedded inside themselves forever.