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Sanjay Dastidar and Mr. Johnson on their sister school visit last year to Denmark.
Danish and Argentinian students to return this year
September 21, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Phone Compartment in Mr. Johnsons room.
New Cell Phone Policy At SSES
September 15, 2023
Mr. McAvoy, the Lunchroom Coordinator, is thrilled to introduce the new lunchroom items.
What’s new in the loggia
September 13, 2023
Being in dress code isnt that hard, so why not follow it?
Updating the (dress) code
September 1, 2023
Here is a portrait of the author as a young man devouring a chocolate-covered piece of bread.
Ode To Bread
September 20, 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
September 18, 2023
Singing my way through the college applications.
How to take the road less traveled
September 11, 2023
We need to decrease the toxicity spread through GymTok.
Tik Toxicity: How the social media platform is ruining gym culture
April 25, 2023
Alex McLemore pictured in a variety of performances throughout his theater career.
Falcon takes the stage: Alex McLemore
April 18, 2023
Mr. Carlson posts up with a new book in the Sunshine Library.
Mr. Carlson makes the move to the library
September 22, 2023
On Wednesday, September 20th, Saint Stephen’s students of all grades came together with their Falcon Friends for a day of activities and socializing. Here are some shots captured by senior Associate Editor Cassidy Miller.
Photo Gallery: Falcon Friend Event
September 20, 2023
Introducing Sra. Galligan, the new addition to the foreign language department.
Falcon Spotlight: Señora Galligan
September 19, 2023
Mr. McAvoy, the Lunchroom Coordinator, is thrilled to introduce the new lunchroom items.
What’s new in the loggia
September 13, 2023
Freddy Falcon went surfing this summer. What did you do? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.
Faculty summer adventures
September 11, 2023
Alex McLemore pictured in a variety of performances throughout his theater career.
Falcon takes the stage: Alex McLemore
April 18, 2023
Photo taken by Dr Jeungling
“Falcon Journey” Dr. Juengling
November 14, 2022
Photo by Ms. Turconi
Falcon Journey: Ms. Turconi
November 2, 2022
Mrs. Paleczny driving her boat while her daughter, Sally, is tubing behind her.
Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Paleczny
October 10, 2022
Dress codes seem to have different enforcement for different body types.
Style, not size
May 10, 2023
The One Bloods Big Red Bus, which allows blood drives to happen across the country.
Why you should donate blood
May 5, 2023
Photos of jurrasic park themed cars.
Are car mods getting out of hand?
April 12, 2023
Thalia and Melpomene are the Ancient Greek theatrical masks. They represent the greek theater genres of tragedy(drama) and satire(comedy).
Which movie genre is better: Comedy or Drama?
March 23, 2023
This image shows the time that students would be arriving for late start days.
Bring back late start days to the Upper School
March 8, 2023
A behind the scenes look at Senior Night
Inside the Huddle: Falcons v Aubrey Rogers
September 21, 2023
Senior Braden Mohr shares his marine science project with Dr. Pullen.
Research and Independent Studies Exposition comes to Sunshine Library
May 29, 2023
Gauntlet bootcamp
Gauntlet bootcamp
May 12, 2023
Behind the organ of Christ Church
Behind the organ of Christ Church
May 12, 2023
Video: Girls weightlifting team soars in inaugural season
Video: Girl’s weightlifting team soars in inaugural season
March 30, 2023
Junior, Ella Ziegler, cant wait for the girls to come out on top.
Cross country to compete in SSAC Championship tomorrow
September 22, 2023
Junior Cameron Brewer runs for the tackle.
Junior Cameron Brewer is running into the future
September 21, 2023
The wacky tourist theme is an example of the strides the team has been taking to stir up a crowd.
Falcons volleyball makes a comeback
September 19, 2023
Junior Kicker Gavin Winterhalter prepares to kick off last week against ODA in the Headmasters Cup.
Falcons to face Aubrey Rogers for Senior Night
September 15, 2023
Senior Ivan Tulupov pulls down his helmet, ready for the next play.
Photo Gallery: Headmaster’s Cup
September 12, 2023
A behind the scenes look at Senior Night
Inside the Huddle: Falcons v Aubrey Rogers
September 21, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Senior Braden Mohr shares his marine science project with Dr. Pullen.
Research and Independent Studies Exposition comes to Sunshine Library
May 29, 2023
Gauntlet bootcamp
Gauntlet bootcamp
May 12, 2023
Behind the organ of Christ Church
Behind the organ of Christ Church
May 12, 2023
Polina Fominas senior speech
Polina Fomina’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Sebastian Ebenbichler-Casanovas senior speech
Sebastian Ebenbichler-Casanova’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Ben DeFelices senior speech
Ben DeFelice’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Sophia Crenetis senior speech
Sophia Creneti’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Evan Christensons senior speech
Evan Christenson’s senior speech
March 14, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Saint Stephen’s students enjoyed a night of dancing during their 2023 prom night, which took place at the Devyn on April 22nd 2023.
Photo Gallery: Prom 2023
May 1, 2023
The steam center fundraiser was a hit!
STEAM Fling’s a hit!
March 20, 2023
The Model Congress team posing for their final picture as they close off the 2023 HMC trip.
Harvard Model Congress team competes in Boston
March 1, 2023
The Bicks showed off their Mexican heritage with a poster that shares their cultural story.
World Cultures Day comes to the IS (Photo Gallery)
February 1, 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
The cast of Footloose poses for a photo taken by Olivia Elisha.
Are you ready to cut loose: Footloose opening night only one week away
March 13, 2023
Share Your Voice is a podcast for sharing stories of kindness in our community and the world.
Share Your Voice- Kindness Builds A Community S3 E2
January 13, 2023
Chess is rapidly becoming a phenomenon both at SSES and across the country.
Why Chess is Cool
December 8, 2022
African elephant playing with its toy
Share Your Voice S3 E1- Kindness Can Be a Safe Haven
November 30, 2022
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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

January 26, 2022

Maddie Cashen’s Senior Speech

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

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

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

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

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
KK Hart takes part in cleaning up the beach before the fun day begins.

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

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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