Meet our Incoming Middle School Head
From working at Beijing’s Number Four High School to creating the Chinese immersion program at Presidio Knolls School in California, Mingyan "Ophelia" Ma is bringing her talented skills in the world of humanities to Browning when she becomes our new Head of Middle School this summer.
Varsity Golf Swings Into the Championship
Coming off a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the varsity golf team outdid expectations with their best record in the past decade.
Newly-Elected Student Leaders on Vision for Next Year
Elected by the Upper School student body on May 13, 2022, Presidential Elect Ethan F. ’23 and Vice-Presidential Elect Rohan M. ’23 will be leading the school next year.
Op-Ed: The Need for Student-Led Assemblies
The answer to improving the confidence of student public speakers and strengthening school spirit? Student-led assemblies have the potential to create a space for students in upper divisions to voice their opinions and further empower them to take control over their own education.
EPSI Director Praises Importance of Meaningful Contributions to the World
Through facilitating opportunities for students to contribute meaningfully to the world, making Browning a place where purpose is prioritized, Naledi Semela, the School’s Director of Equitable Practices and Social Impact (EPSI), in his first year has already made a mark on the community.
Upper Schoolers Join Nationwide Walkout to Support Roe v. Wade
On May 13, 2022, a number of Browning Upper School students walked out of their classes to join students from across the city to protest the Supreme Court’s leaked draft that would overturn Roe v. Wade.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 15
In this episode of The Zoo, Ben and Matthew dive into each NBA Playoff series, with a closer look into the tight Celtics-Bucks matchup and the Ja Morant injury. They also discuss the NHL Playoffs and break down the NFL schedule release.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 14
In this special episode of the Zoo Podcast, Ben and Matthew talk to Overtime’s Alex Day about his job at Overtime, the NBA Playoffs, and the Rangers.
2022 Island School Preview: Return to The Bahamas
On April 24, the ninth grade class will be going to the Island School to collect data on the projects surrounding Marine Ecology that they developed in Biology class.
Op-Ed: The SATs Should Be Abolished
It's time for the Scholastic Assessment Test, also known as the SAT, to be abolished. For many years, students have been required to take SATs to get into college. However, amid recent criticism that the tests cater to higher-income families and are an ineffective measure of a student's intelligence, they are slowly being eradicated as a mandate in students' applications.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 13
Ben and Matthew discuss the Masters Tournament and Tiger Woods’ impressive comeback from a brutal car accident. They also give their play-in predictions, dive into the NBA Playoffs, and look forward to the NFL Draft.
Zoo Podcast: President Joe F. Interview
Spencer and Teymour talk to President Joe and reflect on his time at Browning. Tune in to watch Joe mention a few of his favorite teachers he’s had, plans for Senior Spring, and discuss his sports career.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 12
The Zoo is back at it again! Ben and Matthew dive into the March Madness upsets headlined by the surprising St. Peter’s Peacocks, an unpredictable NFL offseason with Todd Bowles taking over in Tampa Bay, and the NHL trade deadline.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 11
Ben and Matthew discuss the Russia-Ukraine and its impact on sports. They also discuss the eventful moves in the NFL, like the Russell Wilson trade, Aaron Rodgers resigning in Green Bay, the UEFA Champions League, the NBA and NHL.
Nurse Linehan and Covid-19
Our school nurse, Maureen Linehan, has kept busy preparing for and maintaining the return of the student body and faculty.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 10
Ben and Matthew discuss Super Bowl LVI, the New York Knicks, the Celtics, and All Star Weekend in the NBA. They wrap up the episode talking about the end of the Browning Basketball Season.
Super Bowl LVI Preview
The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California today in Super Bowl LVI. This matchup was unexpected, as the Rams and Bengals were both 4 seeds coming into the playoffs.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 9
Ben and Matthew discuss their Super Bowl LVI predictions, the NFL Honors, the eventful NBA Trade Deadline, and the Winter Olympics. They discuss recent hockey events like the hiring of Martin St. Louis and the retirement of Tuukka Rask.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 8
Ben and Matthew discuss the retirement of Tom Brady, discuss the AFC and NFC championship games, and other football news.
The ZOO Podcast Sports Branch Season 2 Episode 7
Ben and Matthew discuss the recent Baseball Hall of Fame vote, and Keith Yandle breaking the NHL iron man streak. They also discuss the recent NFL playoff events and Varsity Basketball Team.