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the Gauntlet

the official student-produced news site for Saint Stephen's Episcopal School

the Gauntlet

the official student-produced news site for Saint Stephen's Episcopal School

the Gauntlet

I feel as though Im running towards a void, with my only guide being a clock, counting down till the life Ive known slips from my fingers.

The paradoxical reality of graduating high school: am I ready?

Alex McLemore, Editor-in-Chief May 10, 2024

For years, I have waited for this moment. I’ve planned where I want to go to college, what I want to study, what I want to be in the future; I planned my entire future. Each year was just one year closer...

Chris Valcarcel selected as new football head coach

Chris Valcarcel selected as new football head coach

Bode LaBelle, Staff Writer May 10, 2024

Saint Stephen’s named sixth-grade World Cultures teacher and former SSES football coach, Chris Valcarcel, as the new head coach of the football team. Valcarcel’s predecessor Coach A.J. Brown, who will...

Jake has worked for years to achieve the honor of Eagle Scout.

Senior Jake Clulow earns Eagle Scout status after a long journey

Jackson Pakbaz, Staff writer May 9, 2024

Would you spend the night in the wilderness alone with nothing but leaves to protect you? Senior Jake Clulow did that as part of his journey to becoming an Eagle Scout.  From pitching tents as a young...

At a crossroads

How to take the road less traveled

Cassidy Miller, Associate Editor/ Podcaster/ Staff Writer May 7, 2024

It’s that time again. Seniors are wrapping up their year, announcing their final college decisions, and planning the next leg of their journey. However, for those of us pursuing a BFA in musical theatre,...

Mosaics are often used as metaphors to describe peoples lives; Life is made up of many individual, unique moments and experiences, and, when all pieced together, they create a beautiful portrait of an individuals life-- just like a mosaic.

To be or to become?

Alex McLemore, Editor-in-Chief May 1, 2024

I have found myself more times than any other high school student. Now, I don’t consider myself lost or in need of an identity; I am not wafting through life in hopes of finding something to assemble...

Chinese teacher Mr. Mazzarelli provides many opportunities for his students to practice their skills outside the classroom. These students are the first from Saint Stephens to participate in the Florida Statewide Chinese Competition.

There has never been a better time to take Chinese at SSES

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer April 23, 2024

“Raise your hand if you're taking Spanish class,” my teacher said one morning. Half of the class raised their hand. “Raise your hand if you're learning Latin,” he followed. The other half raised...

Mr. Paoletti in his environment on the softball field

The Journey of Coach Lenny Paoletti

Bode LaBelle, Staff Writer April 10, 2024

Throughout the history of Saint Stephen's, there have been many well-known traditions; touching the Falcon statue at the MAC before sports games, Chick-fil-A Chicken Minis on Fridays, Mr. Forrester’s...

Mr. Holt in his element working the front desk.

A farewell to Mr. Holt

Jackson Pakbaz, Staff Writer March 28, 2024

Imagine it’s your first day of high school. You sleep in and you’re now late to your first class. A tardy on your first day is a bad way to kick off 9th grade. You are beyond nervous and question your...

Mr. Kraft hugging Dr. Pullen during his investiture ceremony earlier this year, when Kraft was installed as the new Head of School for Saint Stephens.

The journey of Mr. Peter Kraft

Savannah Hrubar, Staff Writer March 26, 2024

Without a doubt, you’ve seen him on campus and supporting our students and faculty at many after-school events. There’s always a smile on his face and he’s a welcomed new addition to the faculty...

The abundance of As: Grade inflation is weakening the once-coveted grade

The abundance of A’s: Grade inflation is weakening the once-coveted grade

Laila Yavalar, Associate Editor March 11, 2024

Imagine a world where getting straight A’s, and having a 4.0 GPA, is neither extraordinary nor even an especially grand reason to celebrate.  This is quickly becoming the reality at schools ranging...

Art teacher Mrs. Thornton with her husband and two sons. Photo from Mrs. Thornton

Art Teacher Mrs. Thornton brings the good vibes

Derek Aroyan, Staff Writer February 14, 2024

Saint Stephen’s faculty and staff often exceed expectations, and that principle applies to art teacher Mrs. Olivia Thornton. Mrs. Thornton has been at Saint Stephen’s now for two years and is enjoying...

Who you surround yourself with can be the difference between happiness and heartbreak.

Finding the right circle

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer February 13, 2024

For most of my life, I had thought that my inner circle of friends would last forever. A little naive, yes, but we had been friends for years and continued to be that way with no obstacles. Well, until...

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