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Mr. Angelo leads his Relaxation Day activity-- viewing marine animals in the Marine Science Center
First relaxation and de-stress day follows PSAT testing
October 10, 2025
Cell phones are placed in a "caddy" before every period as part of the school's new initiative.
New phone policy enters interim two. How’s it going so far?
October 2, 2025
Annette Logan and her fellow sophomore class officers are in the process of setting up for the dance.
Homecoming dance set for Saturday in the Pullen Center
September 26, 2025
Mr. Frank Casaine outside of the Sunshine Library, interacting as he often does in the hallways with students
Mr. Frank Casaine steps into new role as Director of Student Affairs
September 18, 2025
Last year's Dance-Off occurred as usual in the US Commons, but this year, the event will take place in the S.T.E.A.M. Center
Homecoming week to feature big changes this year
September 8, 2025
Coach Sutton inspires his players on and off the court, and he's become known as a direct communicator.
New coach, new era for boys basketball
October 23, 2025
My cousin Judah Cox performs "Hometown," a song he wrote in the wake of the shooting, at Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Photo credit: Flatirons Community Church
When it happens in your hometown
October 10, 2025
Kavi celebrating his official visit to Ithaca College.
Inside my college sports ‘Official Visit’ at Ithaca College
October 3, 2025
From her passion and energy, Ms. Clark has earned her title as a student-favorite teacher.
Ms. Jessica Clark finds her joy in the Science Department
September 26, 2025
Mrs. DeZiel in her classroom, next to her favorite project of all time: the Apple Head Dolls
Painting a picture of Mrs. Leslie DeZiel
September 17, 2025
Pictured are several well-known books that have suffered book challenges across the nation. Many of these foster meaningful discussions in the class settings.
When books are banned, students miss out
October 10, 2025
The Oxford English Dictionary has long been a standard-bearer, but that reputation dwindled with last year's "Word of the Year" choice: 'brain rot.'
An Open Letter to Oxford’s word-of-the-year selection committee
October 3, 2025
The Mint Majesty trend has devolved from honoring someone who was assassinated to filming and harassing local baristas for internet likes.
The tea on ordering the ‘Charlie Kirk’ drink
September 26, 2025
The new policy extends the day by 15 minutes. If we can change the end time, why not push back the start time?
New late dismissal garners mixed reactions
September 19, 2025
Pictured are the five top candidates for Pope.
Bo’s Picks: Conclave – 5 frontrunners to succeed Pope Francis
April 30, 2025
Swimmer Alexandra Bennettson '27 gets into position on the block. Photo taken by Makaila Hertzler '27
Falcons swim through Tri-Counties, headed for districts
October 17, 2025
Coach Oisin Crean, pictured at the far right, is in his third year as head coach of the boys varsity soccer program
‘Coach of the Year’ holds high hopes for soccer program
October 10, 2025
Fergus McLeod tees it up, putting the ball into the hole.
Boys Golf wins the SSAA title and individual titles
October 3, 2025
Falcons face off against Marco Island Academy for the Homecoming game.
Homecoming football kicks off tonight at 7p.m.
September 26, 2025
Players wrapping arms around each other in the middle of the court after winning the point.
Varsity volleyball continues to rise, eyes district title
September 15, 2025
The seniors present their skit, which followed the storyline from Ratatouille.
2025 Homecoming Skit Video
October 10, 2025
This year's dance off video covers the four grades's performances.
2025 Dance Off Video
October 9, 2025
Jeremiah Cox in the action at his Tech Internship
On-campus internships foster real-world learning
October 1, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
The Legacy of Dr. Pullen Cemented in the New S.T.E.A.M. Center
September 3, 2025
The seniors line up in their caps and gowns at the lower school, ready to begin the Senior Walk.
Senior Walk kicks of celebrating the class of ’25
May 7, 2025
Reese Williams delivered her senior speech.
Reese Williams Senior Speech
March 27, 2024
Theo Frano delivered his Senior speech.
Theo Frano Senior Speech
March 27, 2024
Sam Mascera delivers her senior speech.
Sam Mascera’s Senior Speech
March 22, 2024
Alex Long delivers his Senior Speech
Alex Long’s Senior Speech
March 22, 2024
Madelyn Cox delivers her Senior Speech
Madelyn Cox’s Senior Speech
March 22, 2024
The seniors present their skit, which followed the storyline from Ratatouille.
2025 Homecoming Skit Video
October 10, 2025
This year's dance off video covers the four grades's performances.
2025 Dance Off Video
October 9, 2025
Jeremiah Cox in the action at his Tech Internship
On-campus internships foster real-world learning
October 1, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
The Legacy of Dr. Pullen Cemented in the New S.T.E.A.M. Center
September 3, 2025
The seniors line up in their caps and gowns at the lower school, ready to begin the Senior Walk.
Senior Walk kicks of celebrating the class of ’25
May 7, 2025
Dance-Off 2025 is in the books
Dance-Off 2025 is in the books
September 24, 2025
Senior captain Sophia Ierulli extends to jump-serve.
Girls Volleyball topples Sarasota Christian 3-0
September 5, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center Opening
August 22, 2025
Editor in Chief of the Gauntlet, Andrei Black, places his pin on Southern Methodist University.
College Pennant Ceremony 2025
April 30, 2025
To end a marvelous night, students filled the dance floor for one last song.
‘By the Bayou’ Prom is a wrap
April 28, 2025
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Mr. Angelo leads his Relaxation Day activity-- viewing marine animals in the Marine Science Center
First relaxation and de-stress day follows PSAT testing
Rachel Gocinski, Staff Writer • October 10, 2025

Following the PSAT, students now have many activities to choose from instead...

Cell phones are placed in a "caddy" before every period as part of the school's new initiative.
New phone policy enters interim two. How’s it going so far?
Rachel Gocinski, Staff Writer • October 2, 2025
Annette Logan and her fellow sophomore class officers are in the process of setting up for the dance.
Homecoming dance set for Saturday in the Pullen Center
Annika Elisha, Staff Writer • September 26, 2025
Mr. Frank Casaine outside of the Sunshine Library, interacting as he often does in the hallways with students
Mr. Frank Casaine steps into new role as Director of Student Affairs
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Pictured are several well-known books that have suffered book challenges across the nation. Many of these foster meaningful discussions in the class settings.
When books are banned, students miss out
Lexi Mascera, Staff Writer • October 10, 2025

2,304 books were banned during the 2024-2025 school year from school libraries...

The Oxford English Dictionary has long been a standard-bearer, but that reputation dwindled with last year's "Word of the Year" choice: 'brain rot.'
An Open Letter to Oxford’s word-of-the-year selection committee
Lark Rippy, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025
The Mint Majesty trend has devolved from honoring someone who was assassinated to filming and harassing local baristas for internet likes.
The tea on ordering the ‘Charlie Kirk’ drink
Grace Baxendale, Editor in Chief • September 26, 2025
The new policy extends the day by 15 minutes. If we can change the end time, why not push back the start time?
New late dismissal garners mixed reactions
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Swimmer Alexandra Bennettson '27 gets into position on the block. Photo taken by Makaila Hertzler '27
Falcons swim through Tri-Counties, headed for districts
Karlah Benzán, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025

Last Saturday, Oct. 11, the Saint Stephen’s varsity swim team competed...

Coach Oisin Crean, pictured at the far right, is in his third year as head coach of the boys varsity soccer program
‘Coach of the Year’ holds high hopes for soccer program
Jackson Pakbaz, Editor-in-Chief • October 10, 2025
Fergus McLeod tees it up, putting the ball into the hole.
Boys Golf wins the SSAA title and individual titles
Sophia House, Staff writer • October 3, 2025
Falcons face off against Marco Island Academy for the Homecoming game.
Homecoming football kicks off tonight at 7p.m.
Jackson Pakbaz, Editor in Chief • September 26, 2025
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Coach Sutton inspires his players on and off the court, and he's become known as a direct communicator.
New coach, new era for boys basketball
Karlah Benzán, Staff Writer • October 23, 2025

This past summer, Saint Stephen’s appointed a new varsity boys basketball...

My cousin Judah Cox performs "Hometown," a song he wrote in the wake of the shooting, at Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Photo credit: Flatirons Community Church
When it happens in your hometown
Afton Cox, Staff Writer • October 10, 2025
Kavi celebrating his official visit to Ithaca College.
Inside my college sports ‘Official Visit’ at Ithaca College
Kavi Riedi, Associate Editor • October 3, 2025
From her passion and energy, Ms. Clark has earned her title as a student-favorite teacher.
Ms. Jessica Clark finds her joy in the Science Department
Hannah Winters, Staff Writer • September 26, 2025
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