Upper School

Make Your Mark

Do everything: Dive into an academic curriculum that explodes one-size-fits-all notions of college prep. Take advantage of opportunities for advanced and independent work and real-world experiences in areas of special interest to you. Challenge yourself to collaborate, to compete, to create, to relate, to follow, to lead, to fail, to succeed. All you need is an open and curious mind, a respect for others, and a willingness to venture. We’ll supply a multitude of opportunities and a vibrant community of friends and mentors. So, what are you waiting for?

Joshua Neudel, Head of Upper School

Brimmer provides opportunities for students to be their best selves as learners, artists, athletes, and leaders. Our educators empower students to dive deep into their passions, encourage them to explore new classes and activities, and challenge them to reach goals they may not have believed were attainable—creating the foundations they need to be successful in college and the workforce.

Upcoming Upper School Events

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  • Dec
    19

    Holiday Reception for Seniors, Alumni & Trustees

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Upper School News

  • Cold War Simulation

    Students in our Cold War elective took part in a simulation where they advised President Kennedy on how to address the Soviet Union's placing of missiles in Cuba in 1962.

  • Brimmer and May’s 23-24 AP Scholars

    For the 2023-2024 academic year, the College Board has recognized 17 Brimmer and May Upper School students as AP Scholars.

  • Opening Convocation

    We were delighted to welcome our new and returning students at our Opening Convocation ceremony. We kicked off the school year by introducing our talented new faculty and staff members, who are eager to guide and inspire our students in their educational journey.

  • End of Year Athletic Awards 2024

    Congratulations to our award winners and all of our student-athletes on a fantastic year!     

  • Honors Convocation 2024

    Congratulations to our 2024 Honors Convocation award recipients!

  • Commencement 2024

    Brimmer's 144th Commencement took place on May 31st. It was a wonderful celebration of the Class of 2024's accomplishments.

  • Academy Awards 2024

    This year marked the 22nd year of Brimmer’s Academy Awards, an annual celebration of our students’ contributions to the performing and visual arts programs throughout the year!

  • Raku Firing in Sculpture Class

    The Upper School Sculpture class recently had the amazing opportunity to participate in Raku firing! 

  • MS/US Spring Concert 2024

    Congratulations to the members of May Chorale, the Middle School Bands, Greenline, and Gator Scales on a wonderful spring concert! 

  • Class of 2024 College Acceptance List

    Congratulations to the Class of 2024 on their college acceptances! (Updated 5/15/24)

  • Big Fish Photos are In!

    Congratulations to Directors Bill Jacob and Caitlin Johnson, Music Director Max Holman, and the cast and crew of Big Fish on two outstanding performances!

  • MIT Model UN

    Ten Brimmer and May students in the Upper School recently attended MIT’s Model UN conference in Cambridge. 

  • M. Lownie Wins Shakespeare Competition

    Congratulations to Maya Lownie '24 for winning the 2024 Annual Shakespeare Competition sponsored by the English Speaking Union.

  • The Gator Wins Top National Prize

    Congratulations to The Gator staff for winning their 4th consecutive prestigious national award for overall excellence from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association.

  • Global Studies Program Students Attend IR Lecture at BU

    Students and faculty in the Global Studies Diploma Program (GSP) recently traveled down the Green Line to Kenmore Square to sit in on a lecture at Boston University’s Pardee School of Global Studies.

  • She Kills Monsters Photos Are In!

    Congratulations to Director Bill Jacob, Music Director Max Holman, and the cast and crew of She Kills Monsters for an outstanding performance!

  • US Camp Trip 2023

    Camp was a great success and helped students reconnect with classmates from years past and build new bonds.

  • Congrats to our AP Scholars!

    Seventeen students earned the designation of AP®  Scholar at several levels through their academic achievement in Advanced Placement courses during the 22-23 school year.

  • 2023 Honors Convocation

    Congratulations to our 2023 Honors Convocation award recipients!

  • Commencement 2023

    Brimmer's 143rd Commencement took place on June 2. It was a wonderful celebration of the Class of 2023's accomplishments!
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