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Photo from Cum Laude induction in 2019. (names listed from left to right) Maria Erquiaga , Hailey Mallard, Augustus Bayard, Catherine Van Keuren, Hailey Kadivar, and Kassandra Haakman.
Everything you need to know before the Cum Laude Society induction
April 17, 2024
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
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
Pictured are the eight programs that made the list. Which one is your favorite?
The best cartoons of all time
April 19, 2024
With 38 days till graduation, let student voices be heard. We want the ability to decorate our grad caps; we want the ability to be authentically ourselves on graduation day.
Let us be individuals, let us decorate our grad caps
April 18, 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
Sanjay getting set to run a fast race.
Speeding up to break the record
April 19, 2024
This February, Webly and her teammates were asked to participated in a photography workshop for RockTown Media.
Priscilla Webley Spotlight
April 18, 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
The seniors get ready to walk down memory lane.
Photo Gallery: Senior Walk 2024
April 16, 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
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 seniors get ready to walk down memory lane.
Photo Gallery: Senior Walk 2024
April 16, 2024
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
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
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
Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.

Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.

Andrei Black, Associate Editor • April 12, 2024

For the past decade, the answer to who would be headed to Busch Gardens as the victor of the Spirit Competition has always been the Seniors.  But this year, a strong Junior class threatened upend the...

Julia Villaveces Senior Speech

Grey Klein, Staff Writer • March 1, 2024

Savannah Hrubar Senior Speech

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

George Frano, Staff Writer • February 14, 2024

*The following piece is satire. We’ve all been there, playing in a match, be it soccer, basketball, or lacrosse.  The crowd is going crazy, and the ref, well, the ref is making some questionable...

Caleb Bosek’s Senior Speech

February 14, 2024

Ry Jesser’s Senior Speech

February 14, 2024

Jake Seubert’s Senior Speech

February 6, 2024

Athlete Spotlight: Tomas Martins

Athlete Spotlight: Tomas Martins

Laila Yavalar, Staff Writer • October 6, 2023

Senior Tomas Martins arrived in the United States in 2019 after moving from São Paulo, Brazil. Since his arrival he has competed competitively in tennis and hopes to play for a D1 college in the future....

Yara’s picks

Yara Nimer, Staff Writer • May 9, 2023

  1984 By George Orwell 1984 is George Orwell’s prediction of life in 1984, which he wrote in 1949. This is a dystopian novel that follows a man named Winston, who decides to rebel against...

Teachers’ picks

Yara Nimer, Staff Writer • May 9, 2023

Mr Santa Maria The one book I think everyone should read is Moby-Dick. Aside from being a great adventure story and description of a fascinating, demanding and brutal industry, it is a thought-provoking...

The attendance rates for theater have plummeted and here are the consequences.

The death of theater

April 12, 2023

The slow death of live theater can be seen right here in our own community. The Sarasota community is an arts driven space. It’s historically acclaimed as the cultural capital of Florida. The Sarasota/Manatee...

Homebodyness has plagued American minds and as a result, theater attendance has lowered.

Why live art is suffering

April 12, 2023

The year is 2019. It's a Friday night in NYC, and you're walking along Broadway going to the TKTS Times Square ticket booth. You jump in the two hour queue hoping to secure same day tickets, but by the...

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