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the Gauntlet

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the Gauntlet

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

the Gauntlet

Top Features of 2018

Top Features of 2018

Mark Gharby, News Editor January 11, 2019

Feature stories are carefully crafted, well researched "longform" articles that can be read at any time of year and they always feel relevant. Features are the mainstay of good publications; they are the...

The Nest now sits empty in the Holmes building, right behind the front office.

Seniors suffer from early case of “Empty Nest”

Emily D'Amico, Managing Editor January 9, 2019

Prior to break, faculty and administration noticed that students, primarily seniors, had been leaving trash behind after lunch and cookie breaks, and the consequences are starting to catch up with the...

With this list, youll be able to give presents to just about everyone on Christmas morning.

Five Christmas gifts your family and friends are sure to love

Jules Pung, Staff Writer December 12, 2018

Everyone knows that one of the most stressful parts of the holiday season is shopping for gifts to give to friends and family. Make a quick and easy trip to the mall this year by considering these ideas. 1....

Changes coming to Student Council?

Changes coming to Student Council?

Cade Westberry, Staff Writer November 28, 2018

Student Council’s role in the Upper School and across campus is something of a mystery to most. So when we heard there was some "change" brewing for the Council, we had to take a minute to figure out...

Mr. Yanelli and Mr. Aywua, the general manager of the Chuck E. Cheeses in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Becoming a teacher: The story of Mr. Yanelli

Jules Pung, Staff Writer November 16, 2018

Thirteen years after his arrival at Saint Stephen’s, Mr. Yanelli is still at the front of the classroom–and loving every minute of it. The students view the U.S. History and Economics teacher not only...

A Grease rehearsal from the 2018 Spring musical. Pictured: Charlie Price (18), Trystan Brown (20), and Cam Vining (20).

What it’s like to audition (and be in) a school play

Olivia Elisha, Staff Writer November 9, 2018

Every year after the holiday break, Theater Director Mrs. Elisha holds auditions for the annual spring musical. This year, she decided to do things a little differently and hold auditions for The Addams...

Eighth grade students gather among the leaves at Lexington Green for a group photo.

Annual 8th grade Boston trip is highlight of the year

Jules Pung, Staff Writer October 23, 2018

Unlike Florida’s unrelenting streak of heat and humidity lasting well into the fall season, the city of Boston provided the eighth grade students with a refreshing change of climate (and scenery) from...

Students dive into a lesson in Mrs. Gustavus Class on their iPads and laptops.

iPad or Laptop? Making the right choice can make a difference

Jack Barnes, Staff Writer October 19, 2018

When you look around the Saint Stephen’s Upper School, you’ll notice that just about every student is carrying around either an iPad or laptop. All Falcons are required to have one of these learning...

Student victory in student-faculty basketball game is first in decades (photo gallery)

Student victory in student-faculty basketball game is first in decades (photo gallery)

Mark Gharby, News Editor October 18, 2018

On Thursday, the anticipated student-faculty game played out. The entire school, ranging from the pre-k students to the seniors, sat in the stands of the Hoagland Arena and watched as the students...

A collection of pennants from various universities is displayed on a wall of the college counseling office.

How to attend a college rep visit (the right way)

Jules Pung, Staff Writer October 11, 2018

As a sophomore who’s just begun the transition into utilizing college counseling, I realize how intimidating choosing a university can be. I mean, with hundreds of them across the country, how am I supposed...

Cate Mulqueen, 20, splashes her way to the finish line of the half-mile course.

Falcons take to Atlanta to fight cancer

Jules Pung, Staff Writer September 28, 2018

It’s midmorning in north Georgia. With the sun shining high overhead, hundreds of men, women and children wearing brightly colored bathing caps gather on the lake's edge, waiting for a horn to sound....

Senior Amy Woodworth working on her independent study in 3D printing

Looking to broaden your horizons? An independent study may be the way to go

Olivia Elisha, Staff Writer September 24, 2018

Many Falcons may not know it, but Saint Stephen's offers the option of an “independent study” to eligible students.  Eligible students must have a schedule with classes that can easily be moved...

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