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Winter Formal will be held on Saturday, January 29th, from 7 to 9 p.m. on the basketball court. Art by Evanthia Stirou
Winter Formal Returns to Saint Stephen’s
January 12, 2022
The heartbreak of a lifetime.
Dear High School
January 10, 2022
Falcons share their New Years resolutions
Falcons share their New Year’s resolutions
December 10, 2021
Christmas caroling is just one of the many ways that SSES students spread holiday cheer!
Campus Christmas traditions
December 9, 2021
Frustration and exhaustion from school is something that happens to all of us.
What to do when you just don’t care
December 8, 2021
Know thyself (and thy shadow)
Know thyself (and thy shadow)
January 12, 2022
The stigma surrounding this community causes mental health issues that can permanently harm the subject.
The elephant in the room
December 3, 2021
One day youre in pre-school and the next youre graduating. Where does the time go, and how do we cope with its passage?
How to grow up
November 16, 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
November 2, 2021
Censorship is an issue often associated with distant lands, but what happens when it makes its way to the home of the free?
Can we censor our own history?
October 26, 2021
Voices in the Nest: Noah Varney
Voices in the Nest: Noah Varney
January 19, 2022
This is Mr. Zubie on one of his fascinating trips.
Voices in the Nest: Mr. Daniel Zubizarreta
January 11, 2022
Alumni Spotlight: Jeremy Jackman
Alumni Spotlight: Jeremy Jackman
January 7, 2022
This is a picture of Dr. Suprenand with his grandparents.
Voices in the Nest: Dr. Paul Suprenand
December 7, 2021
Mr. Haakman, MS Latin teacher, shares his story.
Voices in the Nest: Mr. Tony Haakman
December 1, 2021
Do superstitions really work? Art work by Eva Stirou
Do superstitions really work? We asked a few Falcons
January 21, 2022
Girls varsity soccer team after they the SACC championship
Varsity girls soccer rise to #8 in Class 2A
January 19, 2022
Jamie Springstead shoots her record breaking free throw. Photo taken by Bella Rosa.
Falcon Spotlight: Jamie Springstead
January 18, 2022
Winter sports preview: through the eyes of leaders
Winter sports preview: through the eyes of leaders
November 12, 2021
Athlete Spotlight: Alyson Folkens
Athlete Spotlight: Alyson Folkens
November 2, 2021
The Formula One safety car with in the #WeRaceAsOne livery. Artwork by Evanthia Stirou
The hypocrisy of the righteous
January 19, 2022
2021 seems to have been the year of spinoffs, but are they living up to their originals?
Don’t bother tuning in to today’s woke tv
January 18, 2022
Is Christmas music really as popular as we think?
Is Christmas music overrated?
December 13, 2021
Wally West as the Flash in Titans: Rebirth vol. 1: The Return of Wally West
Which hero is the most super?
December 9, 2021
Turkey or Tinsel?
Turkey or Tinsel?
November 19, 2021
Teen vaping is a big issue nowadays and its strongly advised against.
Do you juul?
December 2, 2019
Letter to the editor: VOTE EXPERIENCED
Letter to the editor: VOTE EXPERIENCED
April 22, 2019
I used to welcome the silence of long study nights, especially after a hectic day at school. Now, its often too quiet, even for my taste.
Adjusting to life without a sister
February 22, 2019
Be the change you want to see on campus
Be the change you want to see on campus
February 21, 2019
Senior Speeches, in recent years, have diminished in quality. What can we do to turn the tables?
Who will save the senior speech? (Editorial)
February 15, 2019
Senior Alyssa Nucci and Sophomore Ansley Morris taco their tongues.
Top hidden talents on campus
October 22, 2019
Someone counting money
What it’s like to be a student with a job
May 3, 2019
Emily DAmico (19), Dylan Zoller (20), and Olivia Elisha (19) looking fabulous and ready to take on prom.
Thoughts on prom (from a senior who hates social events)
April 22, 2019
Forever falcons get into a position to take a picture for the year book.
The best (and worst) parts of being a Forever Falcon
March 21, 2019
Watch this bad boy: Stanley Kubricks The Shining
Watch this bad boy: Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining
February 28, 2019
The Brocast is a Gauntlet podcast production.
The BROCAST: Space and the Universe (ft. Mr. Carlson)
October 29, 2021
Share Your Voice is all about stories of kindness in our community and the world
Share Your Voice S2 E3- Kindness Is Life Changing
October 25, 2021
Here, 6 of our beloved Saint Stephens seniors walk the Senior Walk with pride.
2021 Senior Walk photo gallery
April 22, 2021
Mr. Hoonhout in his high school soccer picture.
A Hoon’s Life
February 8, 2021
The Gauntlet Christmas Video
The Gauntlet Christmas Video
December 15, 2020
Mia Mariano’s Senior Speech
January 14, 2022
Nikole Gaydoss Senior Speech
Nikole Gaydos’s Senior Speech
January 14, 2022
Senior Maddie Cashen delivers her senior speech.
Maddie Cashen’s Senior Speech
January 11, 2022
Gauntlet Chritmas 2021 Short
December 22, 2021
Saint Stephens soccer hype video
Saint Stephen’s soccer hype video
December 7, 2021
Mia Mariano’s Senior Speech
January 14, 2022
Nikole Gaydoss Senior Speech
Nikole Gaydos’s Senior Speech
January 14, 2022
Senior Maddie Cashen delivers her senior speech.
Maddie Cashen’s Senior Speech
January 11, 2022
Senior Connor Kitchner delivers his senior speech.
Connor Kitchner’s Senior Speech
November 16, 2021
Maxine Mandts Senior Speech
Maxine Mandt’s Senior Speech
October 5, 2021
Junior Garrett LaFlamme sets the tone for the pep rally.
Homecoming week: Float activity photo gallery
October 6, 2021
Heres another Chin-strapper. We call it this because the look would only appear right on a football player. Lets make this right, people!
PSA: Masked Offenders
September 20, 2021
Junior linebacker Michael Konkol doing what he does.
Photo Gallery: Falcon Football
September 14, 2021
Senior Maxine Mandt excited to add new members to the Latin Club.
Photo Gallery: Club Fair
September 7, 2021
Here, 6 of our beloved Saint Stephens seniors walk the Senior Walk with pride.
2021 Senior Walk photo gallery
April 22, 2021
Batman(Robert Pattinson) approaching as seen in ‘The Batman’(2022), Trailer 2
New film ‘The Batman’ may finally get it right
January 12, 2022
Charlie Chaplin dressed as his creation, The Little Tramp.
Two Falcons to star in Chaplin
January 10, 2022
Come see Aladdin in the Falcon Playhouse!
‘Aladdin’ newsbrief
December 10, 2021
Wally West as the Flash in Titans: Rebirth vol. 1: The Return of Wally West
Which hero is the most super?
December 9, 2021
Red original album cover shown on left and Red (Taylors version) shown on right display the evolution of Taylor Swifts music.
Taylor’s version
November 21, 2021
Happy Thanksgiving from the Gauntlet!
Are you smarter than a turkey?
November 11, 2021
Quiz: Which Pixar character is your ideal best friend?
Quiz: Which Pixar character is your ideal best friend?
October 28, 2021
Do you know what you want to be for Halloween?
What should you be for Halloween?
October 8, 2021
Christmas songs are a key way to get into the spirit.
Quiz: What holiday song do you need in your life right now?
December 17, 2020
Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.
Which senior notable are you?
April 27, 2020
American health workers donning protective gear. Photo credit: U.S. Navy
The untold pain of COVID-19
May 5, 2020
The memes that have dominated the Coronavirus era
The memes that have dominated the Coronavirus era
April 30, 2020
Mills in his workshop, where during a 24-hour period, he can produce about 30 masks.
Senior produces, distributes over 200 face shields in fight against COVID
April 10, 2020
When it comes to remote learning, how do teachers really know how much is too much?
How much is too much?
April 2, 2020
Should the gun violence crisis weigh as much on the scale of social action as the Coronavirus?
We should react this way to other contemporary issues
March 30, 2020
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Caroline Gans

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief

Caroline is a Senior at Saint Stephen's and is returning for her third year on The Gauntlet. This year, she is taking on the position of Editor in Chief. When she isn't at school, Caroline can be found eating apples and listening to her dad's playlist with Associate Editor Sanna Lexhed. She is also a bit of a 2048 aficionado, and can often be found honing her skills.

All content by Caroline Gans
One day youre in pre-school and the next youre graduating. Where does the time go, and how do we cope with its passage?

How to grow up

November 16, 2021
Censorship is an issue often associated with distant lands, but what happens when it makes its way to the home of the free?

Can we censor our own history?

October 26, 2021
Burn out can feel like an all-consuming ailment. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester.

Don’t get burnt out

October 5, 2021
As the artist of this piece, Evanthia Stirou, puts it: your life is not a to-do list.

Living life as a means to an end

April 29, 2021
Aside from individual changes, this pandemic changed the world. In all likelihood, it will continue to do so. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Large-scale changes

April 9, 2021
What changes did individuals undergo during quarantine? Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Self-reflection and growth

April 9, 2021
What can the century Spanish Flu pandemic tell us about a more modern one? Original art by Sarabeth Wester

Life in pandemics throughout the ages

April 9, 2021
Life in quarantine was hard, but theres finally some light at the end of the tunnel. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Looking back on the year that changed everything

April 9, 2021
Recently, weve seen a resurgence of communal action. How much father will it take us?

Wallstreetbets and resurgence of communal action

February 22, 2021
Perfection is stagnation: true or false? Lets talk about it.

The problem with perfectionism

January 19, 2021
The 2020-2021 Gauntlet staff, as depicted by Sarabeth Wester.

The best of the Gauntlet in the 2020 school year

January 7, 2021
Even though Christmas is the majority of Americans favorite holiday, it might not actually be all its cracked up to be.

Is Christmas overrated?

December 8, 2020
Despite the popular opinion, what if 2020 was really a blessing in disguise?

2020 was a blessing, not a curse

November 16, 2020
Is it okay to start slacking on Coronavirus related precautions seven moths after the onset of the disease? Photo by Caroline Gans and original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Stop the normalization of Covid-19

October 30, 2020
TikTok has become a platform where political content thrives. Is that really what needs to be happening, though? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

How TikTok is changing American politics

October 2, 2020
When it comes to activism, how much is too much? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Is Instagram activism powerful, or powerless?

August 31, 2020
How will this global epidemic affect the Suncoast? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

What does it mean for our area?

August 27, 2020
Unpacking the issue. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

What is Climate Change anyway?

August 27, 2020
Its a debate weve all heard of and probably all weighed in on: is Climate Change fact or fiction? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

The Controversy: How can I be sure it’s real?

August 27, 2020
What better time than the present to start working on savoring these last few years at home? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

The unexpected opportunity of being quarantined

April 30, 2020
Should the gun violence crisis weigh as much on the scale of social action as the Coronavirus?

We should react this way to other contemporary issues

March 30, 2020
The debate over whether a student should take an AP class or not is one that plagues many high school students. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

To AP or not to AP? That is the question

March 3, 2020

Interview with the Japanese students

February 10, 2020
What exactly is fast fashion, and whats the big deal about it? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Your H&M outfit has some unintended consequences

January 23, 2020
Addressing the age-old question: is being an only child all that its cracked up to be? Original art by Evanthia Stirou

Only child or lonely child?

December 6, 2019
With the reality as daunting as it is, everyone needs to do their part to save the Earth. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

How can I take action?

November 5, 2019
“The nation that destroys its soil destroys itself.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

Is Climate Change really upon us?

November 5, 2019
Senior JJ Smith out sailing the deep blue sea. She also heads the Sailing Club here at Saint Stephens.

Falcon Spotlight: JJ Smith

September 20, 2019
Sophomore Paul Williams enjoys a good book.

Summer reading choice book discussions this Thursday

September 10, 2019
Senior JJ Smith out sailing the deep blue sea. She also heads the Sailing Club here at Saint Stephens.

[Photo] Club Fair comes to US Commons tomorrow

August 27, 2019
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