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Mr. Hoonhout in his high school soccer picture.

10 things you didn’t know about Mr. Hoonhout

Noah LaBelle, Section Editor October 1, 2018

Located in a classroom on the second floor of the upper school Turner Building, you're bound to stumble into an often-bearded, friendly English teacher who towers over the freshman at their cubbies,...

Lunchtime favorite returns to the loggia; excitement ensues

Lunchtime favorite returns to the loggia; excitement ensues

Emily D'Amico, Managing Editor September 26, 2018

As the Upper School student body squeezed themselves into the Commons on a Wednesday morning, they didn't know that they'd be encountering what some have called "the highlight of the year." On Wednesday,...

Homecoming Week Preview: What to expect this year

Homecoming Week Preview: What to expect this year

Jack Barnes, Staff Writer September 14, 2018

Homecoming week is one of the most anticipated events of the year. It turns a regular week of school into an absolute frenzy of spirit events and costume-wearing. Upper schoolers at Saint Stephen’s have...

Mr. and Mrs. Cotton have been a great addition to the math department here at Saint Stephens.

Falcon Spotlight: Mr. and Mrs. Cotton

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media September 14, 2018

Last year the math department lost more than half of its staff for a variety of life-change reasons.  The teachers that left were key figures at Saint Stephen's: Mrs. O'Neil retired, Mr. Sopher moved...

Video: Homecoming theme announced in hilarious short film

Mark Gharby, Section Editor September 12, 2018

Homecoming week is arguably the most fun week of the school year. Every year, students plan costumes, dances, cheers, and banners to compete against other grades for a chance to go on a trip to Busch Gardens. This...

Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Borton

Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Borton

Sully Maley, Staff Writer September 7, 2018

Following Mrs. Klein’s promotion to Intermediate School Director, Mrs. Conn took up her position of Upper School Academic Dean. Mrs. Conn formed great relationships with many of her students, and her...

Sweet cars around campus

Sweet cars around campus

Mark Gharby, Staff Writer September 7, 2018

Getting your driver’s license and a car in high school signifies a monumental threshold for teens. Instead of relying on family members or older friends to take you places, having a car allows you to...

Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Gustavus

Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Gustavus

Sully Maley, Staff Writer September 5, 2018

With the departure of Profesora Loaiza from our Spanish Department last year, the position of AP Spanish teacher was open to new applicants. Among this year’s several new upper school teachers is Mrs....

What’s with all the rocks?

Noah LaBelle, Staff Writer August 31, 2018

As you stroll through campus, from The Upper School all the way to the gym, you're bound to spot a few of colorful, painted stones hidden in clever places around the grounds.  These stones are causing...

Sailing in Sarasota Bay.

Sailing Club a hit at yesterday’s club fair

Oliver Leclezio, Staff Writer August 30, 2018

Clubs at Saint Stephen’s are special, giving students a chance to explore new ideas and take part in things they enjoy outside of school.  Yesterday's club fair in the Upper School Commons featured...

Dr. Pullen signs on for the Spirit Club, which will attend sporting events in order to cheer teams on.

2018 Club Fair Photo Gallery

Hailey Spolarich, Multimedia Specialist August 29, 2018

Eleven students attended the FAU college visit on Monday, the first one of the year.

First college visit comes to campus

Mark Gharby, Staff Writer August 28, 2018

Every year, the Saint Stephen’s college counseling staff, comprised of Mrs. Schumann, Mrs. Moss, and Mrs. Diamond, welcomes a series of college representatives to the campus to give students an opportunity...

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