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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
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 at better time to take Chinese at SSES
April 23, 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
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
Alex McLemore

Alex McLemore, Editor In Chief

Alex McLemore is a senior and a third-year gauntlet member. He valiantly leads the Gauntlet for the 2023-2024 school year as the Editor in Chief. While he is “off-duty,” he loves performing at various community theaters. In college, he hopes to pursue a BFA in Musical Theater. McLemore is also an avid movie junky. His favorite songs include anything Lana Del Ray, Landslide by Fleetwood Mac, and Be More by Stephen Sanchez. 



All content by Alex McLemore
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

Alex McLemore, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2024
The results are in! Here is your 2024-25 Student Council

2024-25 Student Council Election Results

Alex McLemore, Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 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

Alex McLemore, Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 2024
The Conn advisory poses for a during Senior Breakfast.

Senior Breakfast is a smash

Reese Williams, Alex McLemore, and Cassidy Miller
January 12, 2024
Seniors pull off an epic victory during the float and skit competion.

[Photo] Senior spirit is still burning

Reese Williams, Associate Editor
September 29, 2023
Michelango once said, every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it. I believe our lives are like stone, we must see the life we want and chisel it into existence.

Nothing is set in stone

Alex McLemore, Editor in chief
September 18, 2023
Performance arts are only fully appreciated when it is seen live. Find a local theater and see the wonder that is performing art.

Live art is dying

Alex McLemore, Editor in Chief
April 12, 2023
The Brown brothers were standouts at the University of Illinois.

NFL Network film crew to soar into Saint Stephen’s

Julia Craig and Alex McLemore
March 24, 2023
Not belonging to a faith can make you feel alone. You look around and everyone around you belongs, but you.

My personal struggle with faith

Alex McLemore, Associate Editor
November 16, 2022
Being the golden child feels as though there are a million things trying to pull you down. Expectations from yourself and others can completely derail your sense of self.

The harsh reality of being the golden child

Alex McLemore, Associate Editor
September 16, 2022
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[Photo] Falcon summer adventures

August 26, 2022
PTSD can come from any situation. It isnt a one size fits all term.

Behind the wheel

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
May 4, 2022
The mirrors reflection of me vs how I truly appear

Creature of Comparison

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
March 16, 2022
Music Man broadway poster that displays title performs names.

‘Music Man’ controversy sparks change

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
March 1, 2022
Finding the perfect balance between summer sun and portfolio isnt so hard.

The perfect summer

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
February 15, 2022
Shown above is Mulan from 2020 compared to the Mulan from 1998.

Have you ever seen an indie film?

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
January 25, 2022
Charlie Chaplin dressed as his creation, The Little Tramp.

Two Falcons to star in Chaplin

Alex Mclemore, Staff Writer
January 10, 2022
The stigma surrounding this community causes mental health issues that can permanently harm the subject.

The elephant in the room

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
December 3, 2021

Christmas is cheerier

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
November 19, 2021
Turkey or Tinsel?

Turkey or Tinsel?

Alex McLemore and Sophia Berry
November 19, 2021
Showcased here are two pictures of Alex McLemore alongside his close friends as he wears the wedding dress.

The only one that can touch your masculinity is you

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
November 2, 2021
Outlines of several College pennants.

Should sophomores attend college rep visits?

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
October 6, 2021
An arena, collapsing down around someone. Their feet are stuck and they stand and watch as it all falls down.

You aren’t alone

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
September 30, 2021
A collage of photos taken at Dream Oaks Camp featuring Caroline Pope, Alex McLemore and Camp Director Bryanna Shepard alongside several campers.

How a checkbox can change you

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
September 21, 2021
Mrs. Conn

Mrs. Conn

Alex McLemore, Staff Writer
September 7, 2021
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