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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
I feel as though Im running towards a void, with my only guide being a clock, counting down till the life Ive known slips from my fingers.
The paradoxical reality of graduating high school: am I ready?
May 10, 2024
Chris Valcarcel selected as new football head coach
Chris Valcarcel selected as new football head coach
May 10, 2024
Jake has worked for years to achieve the honor of Eagle Scout.
Senior Jake Clulow earns Eagle Scout status after a long journey
May 9, 2024
At a crossroads
How to take the road less traveled
May 7, 2024
Mosaics are often used as metaphors to describe peoples lives; Life is made up of many individual, unique moments and experiences, and, when all pieced together, they create a beautiful portrait of an individuals life-- just like a mosaic.
To be or to become?
May 1, 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
Staff Writer Jackson Pakbaz has a formal discussion at dinner with his date, a stuffed zebra
Spice up your Fantasy league with these five hilarious punishments
November 29, 2023
Alumni Spotlight: Emiliano Concha-Toro
Alumni Spotlight: Emiliano Concha-Toro
November 14, 2023
La Catrina is a cultural icon in Mexico and other countries. Pictured are Mrs. Galligan, and Mrs. Oller dressed as La Catrina.
Spanish teachers bringing culture to Halloween costumes
November 8, 2023
This is Mr. Trampleasure and his hiking group exploring Badwater Basin.
Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Trampleasure
September 26, 2023
A reflection of my time in high school.
Dear Sophomores, it’s me again
May 14, 2024
Small habits, big impact
Small habits, big impact
May 10, 2024
Social media can be extremely negative and depressing at times. Dont add to the cesspool of negativity. Art by Jackson Pakbaz
An open letter to hate comments
May 8, 2024
Is the SATs shift to digital a good thing?
Is the SAT’s shift to digital a good thing?
May 7, 2024
Is stressing over your Act or SAT score even worth it?
Test-optional doesn’t really mean test-optional
April 30, 2024
A very successful meet up at Archer Invitational, Georgia.
Saint Stephen’s Track heads out of state
May 9, 2024
Saint Stephens Weightlifter Mark Seklitov lifts 265 lbs
Weightlifter Mark Seklitov lifts off
May 7, 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
Grooming is an essential ritual in the flock.
Planet Earth: Saint Stephen’s
May 8, 2024
Click the image for the episode! We cover everything from college applications, to what seniors wish they knew before applying.
College Pod E3
April 30, 2024
Junior Haley Rosa shares what shed do if she were Head of School
If you were Head of School for a day, what’s one change you’d make?
April 30, 2024
Click the image for the episode! We cover everything from college applications, to what seniors wish they knew before applying.
College Pod E2
April 30, 2024
On Saturday night, this years prom, A lovely night, took place at Art Ovation Hotel.
Photo Gallery: Prom 2024
April 29, 2024
Grooming is an essential ritual in the flock.
Planet Earth: Saint Stephen’s
May 8, 2024
Junior Haley Rosa shares what shed do if she were Head of School
If you were Head of School for a day, what’s one change you’d make?
April 30, 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
On Saturday night, this years prom, A lovely night, took place at Art Ovation Hotel.
Photo Gallery: Prom 2024
April 29, 2024
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
Click the image for the episode! We cover everything from college applications, to what seniors wish they knew before applying.
College Pod E2
April 30, 2024
Click the image for the episode! We cover everything from college applications, to what seniors wish they knew before applying.
The College Pod E1
April 29, 2024
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
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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La Catrina is a cultural icon in Mexico and other countries. Pictured are Mrs. Galligan, and Mrs. Oller dressed as La Catrina.

[Photo] Spanish teachers bringing culture to Halloween costumes

Zachary Stephens, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Freddy Falcon went surfing this summer. What did you do? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Faculty summer adventures

Gauntlet Staff
September 11, 2023

Caroline Day’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
January 26, 2022

Joseph Salu’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
January 26, 2022
Mrs. Conns advisory sports the new spirit shirts.

[Photo] Arrival of new spirit shirts causes stir

Reese Williams, Staff Writer
January 26, 2022

Maddie Cashen’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
January 11, 2022
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[Photo] Alumni Spotlight: Jeremy Jackman

Aquiles Gonzalez, Staff Writer
January 7, 2022

Connor Kitchner’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
November 16, 2021

Lina Graf’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
May 11, 2021

Sarah Schnur’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
May 11, 2021

Diarmuid Harkin’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
May 11, 2021

Mika Latifov’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
May 7, 2021
Should minimum wage be raised? In this Op-Ed, Connor Davis explains why that might not be a good idea.

[Photo] The true cost of minimum wage

Connor Davis
May 7, 2021

Carly Lansberg’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021

Sofia Sanchez’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021

Sophie Preston’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 6, 2021

Janie Chatham’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
May 5, 2021
What is the mental monster? In this piece, senior Olivia Kerul discusses the mental taxation that school exerts on students.

[Photo] The mental monster

Olivia Kerul
May 3, 2021

Peter Balos’ Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
April 27, 2021

Noelle Bencie’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
April 8, 2021
Sophomores Nolan Winterhalter and Garrett LaFlamme were the starting center defenders for the Falcons.

[Photo] Winter Sports: Season review and awards recipients announced

Joseph Salu, Staff Writer
March 23, 2021

Maria Huang Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, staff writer
March 2, 2021

Jules Pung Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
March 2, 2021

Stacie Burgess Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
March 2, 2021

Cheng Zhang Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
March 2, 2021

Sean Rodriguez’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
November 16, 2020

Alex Winterhalter’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
October 24, 2020

Taylor Vara’s senior speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
September 3, 2020

Jacob Whorf’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
July 27, 2020

Jake Varady’s senior speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 27, 2020

Nicky Mattheys’ senior speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 25, 2020

Jackson Dillingham’s senior speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 24, 2020

2020 Evensong performance by Maria Erquiaga

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 24, 2020

Gabby Creneti senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 22, 2020

Max O’Dell’s senior speech

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 21, 2020
Coach David Vaudreuil has an illustrious professional career. Photo captured via Youtube.

Girls soccer announces new coach for 2020-21 season

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writer
May 6, 2020

Video: Senior swimmer Anika Kennedy commits swimming at collegiate level

Gauntlet Staff
April 14, 2020
Student Council President Jackson Dillingham, along with members of staff and administration, deliver this weeks assembly via video.

[Photo] Friday’s Virtual Assembly (video)

March 20, 2020
The MS goes to the beach for their annual beach day fun but first they take some time to clean up.

[Photo] MS cleans up Holmes Beach at annual beach day

Aubrey Dunbar, Junior Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
A group shot of departing seniors in their college gear.

College Pennant ceremony photo gallery

Gauntlet Staff
May 1, 2019
This prom shot gives you a glimpse of just what went down in the photo booth.

Prom photo booth gallery #1

Gauntlet Staff
April 25, 2019
A telling photo of just what went down at this years prom photo booth.

Prom photo booth gallery #2

Gauntlet Staff
April 25, 2019
The group was able to decorate, as well as, visit multiple historical landmarks.

Upper school music program visits New Orleans

Gauntlet Staff
March 11, 2019
These three senior athletes, Noah LaBelle, Ayla Johnston, and Cade Westberry have been performing at a very high level as of late.

Winter Athletes on Fire!

Gauntlet Staff
February 6, 2019
Seniors Zoey Block, Rena Parent, Alex Rodriguez and Cade Westberry enjoy the return of the senior lounge.

The return of The Nest

Gauntlet Staff
January 31, 2019

Brown Bag lunch Thursday features high profile graphic designer

Gauntlet Staff
January 29, 2019

Special Video: The Gauntlet’s Christmas party

Gauntlet Staff
December 4, 2018
On Thursday, Davidson College sent a representative to meet with prospective Falcons

Photo of the Day: Davidson College visits

Gauntlet Staff
September 27, 2018
The girls cross country team preps for the meet.

Photo of the Day: Cross Country team competes Tuesday

Gauntlet Staff
September 13, 2018
Ms. Nicole Cunningham is the new US English teacher. Welcome!

Photo of the Day: Five new teachers join Upper School

Gauntlet Staff
August 22, 2018
Photo of the Day: Yearbook vs Journalism kickball game

Photo of the Day: Yearbook vs Journalism kickball game

Gauntlet Staff
May 10, 2018
Tug-of-War was one of the exciting events that occurred during the last Beach Day in 2019.

Photo of the Day: Beach Day tug-of-war gets dirty

Gauntlet Staff
April 5, 2018
Junior models sport prom attire, following a brief and comical runway performance.

Full video: Prom fashion show at assembly features fashion, “funny” jokes

Gauntlet Staff
April 5, 2018
The judges have spoken and the awards are in.

Who is the best artist at SSES? Alexi Tucker awards are in…

Gauntlet Staff
March 22, 2018
During lunch break, Powder Puff players from all grades are out on the stadium prepping for next Fridays big game. Here, you can see senior boys running an offense to ready the girls defensive tactics.

Photo of the Day: Powder Puff Practice

Gauntlet Staff
March 16, 2018
Senior Speech: Claudia Sbaschnik

Senior Speech: Claudia Sbaschnik

Gauntlet Staff
March 16, 2018
Senior Speech: Steven Wu

Senior Speech: Steven Wu

Gauntlet Staff
March 16, 2018
Djinis (class of 2012) shared ideas about her career as a journalist to a group of interested Falcons.

Brown Bag lunch Wednesday is huge hit; over 25 attend

Gauntlet Staff
March 8, 2018
Full Video: Falcon wrestlers head to 1A State Championship

Full Video: Falcon wrestlers head to 1A State Championship

Gauntlet Staff
March 1, 2018

Parker Lansberg’s Senior Speech

Gauntlet Staff
February 1, 2018

Photo (and video) of the Day: Shannon Mallard’s senior speech performance

Gauntlet Staff
January 19, 2018
Merry Christmas! From the Gauntlet Staff

Merry Christmas! From the Gauntlet Staff

Gauntlet Staff
December 25, 2017
Overview shot of the US band, who will perform this Saturday at 6pm.

Holiday concert Saturday at 6pm features US band, other ensembles

Gauntlet Staff
December 8, 2017

Full Video: “12 Days of Christmas” sing-a-long in Tuesday’s chapel

Gauntlet Staff
December 7, 2017
Click the image for full video of the competition kick-off.

Video of the Day: Door Decoration Competition full video

Gauntlet Staff
November 30, 2017
Junior boys wearing pink in support of Tammy ODells struggle with cancer.

Upper School wears pink in support of Tammy O’Dell

Gauntlet Staff
November 9, 2017
A Clemson University rep visited campus last week and met with a lively group of students. Thanks to college counselors Mrs. Schuman and Mrs. Moss.

Photo of the Day: Clemson’s college visits

Gauntlet Staff
October 11, 2017
The Falcon cheer leading squad, led by head coach/theater director Jeannine Elisha, stands arm and arm before a beautiful sunset during Fridays game against Gateway Charter of Fort Myers.

Gallery of the Day: Homecoming football

Gauntlet Staff
October 7, 2017
Cam Vining, sophomore, participates in the cheer. The sophomores were disqualified for shooting confetti into the crowd.

Pep rally floats (Full Video)

Gauntlet Staff
October 6, 2017
Charlie Price, senior, gives freshmen a few hints on how to write a graphic novel

Photo of the Day: Graphic novel in English 9

Gauntlet Staff
September 26, 2017

Middle School hosts “Very Special Arts Day”; brings local school to campus.

Gauntlet Staff
May 1, 2015

[Video] MS tech students built robots and faced off in a soccer match….

Gauntlet Staff, Staff Writers
May 1, 2015
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