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StuCo announced that Homecoming Spirit Week has been postponed at a school assembly on Monday
Spirit Week postponed due to Hurricane Milton
Lynn Minor, Staff Writer • October 23, 2024

Due to the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, Student Council President Victoria Neiva announced on Monday that the long-awaited...

The long-awaited Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, located on 41st Street by the Campus Center, is currently under construction but is expected to be a part of campus life next school year.
S.T.E.A.M Center set to open in July 2025
Lucy Preston, Staff Writer • September 25, 2024
Girls as young as 11 are buying retinols and other skincare products that do more harm than help to their face.
The real issue with the Sephora Kid skincare craze
Grace Baxendale, Associate Editor • November 4, 2024

Pre-teens and teenage girls have always been obsessed with makeup. When I was 11, I’d look up ombre eyeshadow tutorials and lipstick combinations....

Notifications from Snapchat, Instagram, and Messages pelt students during classes, resulting in distraction.  Art by Al Lombardi
Reading this title will likely be interrupted by a Snapchat notification
Sarah Black, Associate Editor • October 25, 2024

“Some argue that Gatsby’s love was an example of true love, while others say—” Ding. Annette Logan opens the Snap: A face-shot of Marli...

Senior Jack Horne signs in late.  This year, three tardies result in a 30-minute, after-school detention.
The new Tardy Policy was needed, but it goes too far
Helen Carey, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024

Imagine this: A student forgets to reset their alarm clock on the Daylight Savings switch, causing him to show up 20 minutes late to Chem Honors....

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 A shot of the junior boy's volleyball team playing in a match at lunch.
Volleyball team launches school-wide tournament as fundraiser for prom
Sophia Azzopardi, Staff Writer • October 23, 2024

For the first time in St. Stephen's history, a sports team has taken it upon themselves to support one of the biggest events of the year: Prom.   Organized...

The seniors will look to celebrate their years of commitment this Friday for Senior Night.
Pack the MAC for Senior Night this Friday
Bode LaBelle, Associate Editor • October 3, 2024

After a tough start to the season, Saint Stephen’s football aims to get their first win against the Seahawks this Friday at the MAC at 7pm...

The Boys Cross Country Team flicking  up after a great win.
On your mark, Get set, Go
Sophia Azzopardi, Staff writer • September 27, 2024

Update to story: The Palmetto Invitational has been postponed to next Saturday October 5 due to Hurricane Helene.  This Saturday, Sept. 28,...

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Matthew prepares for take off at SRQ International Airport
Ready to take flight
Kavi Riedi, Staff Writer • November 7, 2024

As an aircraft approaches Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 17-year-old Matthew Christian, after months of rigorous training, prepares...

The Harkness Discussion method utilizes a roundtable, around which students must lead discussions while the teacher observes.  Art by Al Lombardi
Harkness Discussions are what English class is all about
Luke Ribeiro-de Sá, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

While sitting through a blocked English 10 Honors class, a Harkness Discussion began. Harkness is a discussion method in which students lead...

This house was completely destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
Unbroken by Milton
Jackson Pakbaz, Associate Editor • October 25, 2024

Our local communities have faced significant challenges in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The aftermath of these consecutive hurricanes...

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Helen Carey
Helen Carey
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Helen Carey is a junior and first year staff writer on the Gauntlet. One of her interests is creative writing, and she is excited to publish her works throughout the year. Her favorite show is Criminal...

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Annette Logan
Annette Logan
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Annette Logan is a freshman and a first year staff writer on The Gauntlet. This is also her second year at Saint Stephen's. In addition writing, she enjoys spending time at the beach with friends and family,...

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