Zoe Brownstein '28

Gwen Trainer ‘27 explores engineering at Bucknell summer camp
22Sep Zoe Brownstein '28No Comments

Gwen Trainer ‘27 explores engineering at Bucknell summer camp

After the final school bell rang last June, many of Germantown Academy’s students were eager to ditch their desks in favor of soaking in summer’s rays. However, Gwen Trainer ‘27 wasted little time before returning to the classroom. From June 21 to June 26, Trainer attended Bucknell University’s Engineering Camp, where she was introduced to […]
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Belfry begins preparation for fall play
15Sep Zoe Brownstein '28No Comments

Belfry begins preparation for fall play

After spending the last three months resuming their usual identities, the actors of Germantown Academy’s Upper School are taking on new roles this fall. The Arts Center’s curtains will be opening once more in just a few months to welcome the Belfry Theatre Club’s latest show: “You Can’t Take It With You.” “It’s a play […]
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Remembering Isaiah Zagar’s Impact on our Community
24Apr Zoe Brownstein '28No Comments

Remembering Isaiah Zagar’s Impact on our Community

Walking through the halls of Germantown Academy (GA), it is hard to miss the array of mirror shards, miniature pottery projects and vibrant colors that coalesce in GA’s mosaic mural that fills the hallway between the Honickman Auditorium and our cafeteria. The mural, inspired by the Wissahickon Creek that runs through our campus, brings color […]
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GA’s Belfry prepares for “Shrek: The Musical”
6Apr Zoe Brownstein '28 Sophie Sun '28No Comments

GA’s Belfry prepares for “Shrek: The Musical”

Putting on quality shows requires immense hours of practice and physicality. This year,  Germantown Academy’s theater club, Belfry, is preparing for its upcoming production of “Shrek: The Musical.” The show tells the story of a once-loner ogre named Shrek, played by Declan Dean ‘26, who leads many recognizable  ‘misfit’ fairytale creatures, such as Humpty Dumpty, […]
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Hard work is on display at Upper School art show
9Dec Zoe Brownstein '28No Comments

Hard work is on display at Upper School art show

After working tirelessly to arrive at that final stroke of their paintbrush, the applying of that last filter to their photo, the gluing of just one more cardboard scrap to complete their project and the playing of their film’s credits, Germantown Academy’s Upper School visual art students are ready to showcase their pieces.  “You’re going […]
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8Jun Zoe Brownstein '28 Jessica Ma '28No Comments

Swartz, Hu shine during debate season

After many years of practicing and competing, Aiden Swartz ‘25 and Arthur Hu ‘26 became significant leaders in Germantown Academy’s small but notable debate program. They rose through the national rankings, achieving a career-high ranking of #35 nationally. Swartz and Hu participate in public forum debate, a partner-style format where they compete against other duos […]
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