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Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.
Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.
April 12, 2024
Drop your used shoes off at one of the fundraiserss designated bins.
Shoe Drive ties together Saint Stephen’s community
March 27, 2024
A Lovely Night Awaits!
A Lovely Night Awaits!
March 27, 2024
Understanding the reason for the nos can help ease the heartache involved and give you a better outlook on your decision.
Understanding the changing college admission scene
March 25, 2024
Argentina exchange students pose with Freddy Falcon.
The Argentina students have landed in the nest
March 5, 2024
Mr. Paoletti in his environment on the softball field
The Journey of Coach Lenny Paoletti
April 10, 2024
Mr. Holt in his element working the front desk.
A farewell to Mr. Holt
March 28, 2024
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
March 26, 2024
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
March 11, 2024
Art teacher Mrs. Thornton with her husband and two sons. Photo from Mrs. Thornton
Art Teacher Mrs. Thornton brings the good vibes
February 14, 2024
The Hosts with their exchange students.
Sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES
March 22, 2024
Financial aid, particularly in the form of school vouchers, is a necessity for many who attend private schools, unless the school can provide the funds directly, as is the idea for SSES.
The move to decline the Step Up scholarship will ensure academic independence
March 13, 2024
Three Honors Marine 3 students(Jake Seubert, Madison McAvoy, and Will Schindler), suited in their wetsuits, prepare to explore the great wonders of the Key Largo reefs.
Marine Science program proves that firsthand experience is the way to go
February 16, 2024
If you follow my five tactics, Im sure the ref will be blushing so hard hell be as red as a tomato.
Your guide to getting along with high school referees
February 14, 2024
Come out and support the cast of Bye Bye Birdie.
Say hello to Bye Bye Birdie
February 1, 2024
The image illustrates that even though january may feel like an eternity-- I can assure you-- the month will come and go just as any other.
Why January is the dumps, and I’m glad it’s over
February 28, 2024
All of the mentioned albums are showcased in a collage.
Eight albums you need to listen to before you die
February 28, 2024
When it comes to contemporary athletics, no sport is on the come-up quite like hockey. Art by Sarbeth Wester
Hockey is the best sport in the country right now
February 15, 2024
Make sure you are using your lunch loggia purchase wisely.
Top 5 Lunch Loggia Snacks
February 13, 2024
A picture that says a thousand words.
Top 5 ways to eat a potato
February 2, 2024
Coach Brown gathers with the track team for a pre-practice meeting.
Coach Brown connects to student-athletes like few can
April 11, 2024
Four new sports will make their debut at the 2024 Olympics: Skateboarding, Surfing, Breakdancing, sport-climbing. Collage of photos created from Creative Commons.
What’s new in the Summer Olympic games
March 27, 2024
Sophomore Gabe Conn sliding into home plate. Photo by Rocktown Media
Boys baseball is back out on the diamond, and they’re hungry
February 29, 2024
Falcons girls weightlifting team after crushing their opponents at districts.
Girls weightlifting team is back-to-back district champs
February 16, 2024
Food. Sports. Games. The best way to own your Super Bowl experience. Art by Bode LaBelle via Canva
How to make your Super Bowl awesome
February 9, 2024
Rock the MAC featured two cover bands, and took place out on the Moore Athletic Complex
Rock the MAC delivers a concert to remember
April 10, 2024
Title screen
Teachers pet peeves
April 9, 2024
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
Our sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES.
Sister School visitors share thoughts on their time at SSES
March 25, 2024
Our sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES.
Sister School visitors share thoughts on their time at SSES
March 25, 2024
Computer Science teacher Mrs. Hayes attempts to guess the Gen Z slang.
Do Teachers Know Gen Z Slang?
March 8, 2024
Bode LaBelle argues his point on why Bama should get in.
A Bama and FSU fan debate who should have made the playoff
January 9, 2024
Mr. and Mrs. Price.
A legacy of service: The Price family
November 14, 2023
Three of our Danish visitors try out some good old Mountain Dew.
Sister school visitors react to American snacks
November 3, 2023
The freshmen huddle up one last time before the tournament starts.
Photo gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
March 18, 2024
A long-shot of the International Food Festival, which took place under the sails between the middle and upper schools.
International Food Festival brings the heat
January 30, 2024
Seniors Madelyn Cox and Samantha Mascera practice their self-defense punches.
Seniors participate in self-defense course, Krav Maga
January 26, 2024
Fullback Gabe Conn trots up the pitch.
Photo Gallery: Boys soccer squares off against BCS
December 7, 2023
The team focuses in to their coach give his motivational speech
Photo Gallery: Boys varsity basketball against Lakewood Ranch HS
November 30, 2023
Mr. Cotton alongside colleague and spouse Mrs. Cotton
Conversations with Ricardo
November 29, 2023
Conversations with Ricardo
Conversations with Ricardo
November 3, 2023
Conversations with Ricardo
Conversations with Ricardo
October 4, 2023
Katy Brown, Producing Artistic Director at the Barter Theatre, is thrilled for an exciting show season.
Share Your Voice S4 E1- Kindness Inspires Ingenuity
September 27, 2023
Share Your Voice is a podcast for sharing stories of kindness in our community and the world.
Share Your Voice S3 E3- Kindness Supports Curiosity
May 12, 2023
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
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History Bowl victory

History Bowl victory

Sophia Berry, Editor • November 1, 2021

Over the weekend, Saint Stephens’ Academic team sent two teams to Largo High School, a varsity and a junior varsity, to compete in the regional History Bowl and History Bee competition. Junior Jackson...

Senior Olivia Kerul won this years Falcon Fiction Award for her story Deaths Eulogy.

Senior Olivia Kerul wins Falcon Fiction Award

Lina Graf, Staff Writer • April 27, 2021

The Falcon Fiction Award is the official Saint Stephen's short story competition. Every year, the contest accepts 50-100 student submissions to be judged by a panel (Mr. Moore, Ms. Pommer, Mr. Hoonhout,...

In the wake of Ms. Johnsons departure from the Visual Arts program, how have the new teachers changed the curriculum?

What’s new in the Visual Arts Department?

Jules Pung, Associate Editor • April 21, 2021
With the introduction of hybrid learning and two new faces in the art studio, I recently sat down with Art 1 teacher Ms. Lorelei Leibert and Ceramics teacher Ms. Kelly Wood to discuss some changes they've made to the Visual Arts program this year.
Saint Stephens during tropical storm Eta and during the half day.

What is happening tomorrow

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer • November 11, 2020

Following recent announcements regarding the school closure Thursday, there are still many questions floating around about just what is going on Thursday and Friday. Today, students will be released...

Ms. Pommer uses Goodreads, a popular literary site to review, browse, and share book titles.

Worth a read

Christina Pommer, Contributing Writer • April 8, 2020

If you're interested in books (or you want to be because you're dying of boredom in quarantine), we've been seeking out hardcore Falcon readers too share fresh reviews on popular books. Last month's book...

Winter sports awards recipients are out! Pictured here, Junior Sean Rodriguez earned Most Improved Player for varsity boys soccer.

Winter Sports Awards recipients released

Alyssa Nucci, Associate Editor • March 27, 2020

Varsity Girls Basketball Most Valuable Player - Sarah Stevens Falcon Award - Allie Serterides Perseverance Award - Noelle Bencie Varsity Boys Basketball Most Valuable Player - Matthew Konkol Falcon...

Original art by Evanthia Stirou.

This week’s briefing: Mar. 16-Mar. 20

Alyssa Nucci, Associate Editor • March 17, 2020

AN UPDATE ON SCHOOL CLOSURE The campus will be closed Monday, March 16th - Friday, April 3rd.  From March 16-20, teachers will communicate to students/parents how they will proceed with virtual...

Cate Mulqueen reviews some of todays top fiction in the following blog post. For book-lovers, this is a must-read.

The Gauntlet Book Review: Cate Mulqueen

Allie Serterides, Associate Editor • March 12, 2020

*For all you booklovers out there, The Gauntlet will be partnering up with different bookworms around campus to hear the latest and greatest in fiction.  This week's review features a post...

Poster found in the Marine Science buildings bathroom.

You’ve been recycling wrong, both at school and at home

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer • March 10, 2020

Everyone knows that feeling when your advisor announces that it's your advisory's turn to be on recycling duty for the week.  The dreaded recycling duty consists of the select advisory spending the...

Original art by Evanthia Stirou.

This week’s briefing: Mar. 9-Mar. 13

Alyssa Nucci, Associate Editor • March 9, 2020

Senior Speeches Tuesday, Mar. 10: Aiden Kovich, Salina Yathiraj, Anika Kennedy Friday, Mar. 13: Ty Barker, Dylan Davis, Meg LaFollette Class Photo Day Class photos are this Wednesday, Mar. 11 during...

Original art by Evanthia Stirou.

This week’s briefing: Mar. 2-Mar. 6

Alyssa Nucci, Associate Editor • March 2, 2020

Senior Speeches Tuesday, Mar. 3: Cam Vining, Trystan Brown Friday, Mar. 6: Alex Sket, Ethan Kast   Spring Sports Team Pictures - TODAY ATTENTION SPRING SEASON ATHLETES: Spring sports...

The Green and Gold Express and 1st Period Personal Finance serving the middle school on February 12th, the first day of business.

The Green and Gold Express

Julia Villaveces, Junior Staff Writer • February 25, 2020

*The following story was authored by our middle school journalism team* Have you ever been hungry during break because you forgot your snack? Or shown up to class and realized you don’t have a pencil?...

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