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Dr. Pullen marks the opening of the S.T.E.A.M. center.
The Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center is full steam ahead!
August 22, 2025
Last year, the event saw hundreds of community members attend out at the Moore Athletic Complex
Rock the MAC returns Saturday
May 2, 2025
Past student presentations from R.I.S.E. 2023 and 2024.
R.I.S.E. and Shine! The Research and Independent Study Exposition is back!
April 29, 2025
The documentary the Fentanyl Project is showing at SSES on Monday.
Documentary ‘The Fentanyl Project’ to show at SSES
April 28, 2025
Mr. Angelo teaches science in the middle school. Photo courtesy of Saint Stephen's Facebook.
Mr. Angelo wins Congressional Education Award
April 16, 2025
Senior Brooke Cosentino helps a sophomore in a peer tutoring session.
The power of peer tutoring
May 5, 2025
Ten Questions in Ten Minutes with Sarah Sandberg
Ten Questions in Ten Minutes with Sarah Sandberg
April 23, 2025
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
April 11, 2025
2025 will be a big year for gaming
2025 will be a big year for gaming
March 18, 2025
Threats to schools are on the rise across the nation, so the question in the coming years will be: what can be done about it? Photo via Creative Commons
The epidemic of threats at American schools
March 13, 2025
Pictured are the five top candidates for Pope.
Bo’s Picks: Conclave – 5 frontrunners to succeed Pope Francis
April 30, 2025
What started as simply yelling "chicken jockey!" has turned into a trend of throwing popcorn, drinks, and even fighting inside the theater.
Bax’s Facts: The Minecraft Movie trend has gone too far
April 18, 2025
Ode to Invincible
Ode to Invincible
April 8, 2025
Art by Al Lombardi
Let’s put an end to finals
March 24, 2025
Why you should join Model Congress
Why you should join Model Congress
March 14, 2025
The album cover for Will Wood's "The Normal Album"
A Musical Enigma: A Look Into Will Wood’s Dynamic Career
November 15, 2024
Poster for the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice movie. Movie poster from TV insider 2024 https://www.tvinsider.com/show/beetlejuice-2/
Review: Is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice worth watching?
October 22, 2024
Ranking the top senior parking spots
Ranking the top senior parking spots
September 19, 2024
The Hosts with their exchange students.
Sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES
March 22, 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
Bo Knows Podcast: Episode 3
Bo Knows Podcast: Episode 3
January 31, 2025
This weekend's huge CFB national championship game gets unpacked by Bode LaBelle and special guest Graham Jaynes. Image by Lynn Minor
Bo Knows Podcast: Ep 2
January 17, 2025
Bo Knows is a series produced by senior Bode LaBelle, wherein he talks sports, culture, and all points in between.
Bo Knows Podcast: Episode 1
January 9, 2025
Spread a little kindness everywhere you go.
Share Your Voice S4 E2- Kindness is Always in Full Bloom
July 29, 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
Sports director Coach Hudson briefing the boys weightlifting team before they walk out in the courtyard.
Boys weightlifting head to states in Lakeland
April 10, 2025
The marquee matchup involves 5-seed Michigan and 1-seed Auburn, a classic Big Ten-SEC clash
Bo’s Picks: March Madness Sweet Sixteen
March 25, 2025
Here are 3 upsets to look for in March Madness including Oregon verses Liberty.
March Madness upset predictions
March 20, 2025
Saint Stephen’s Track and Field team is ready to make their mark. Photo by Mrs. Dillingham.
Track and Field program enters a new era
March 7, 2025
The boys earned a 3-1 victory Tuesday over Admiral Farragut, a win that sends them to the regional semi-finals.
Varsity boys tops Admiral Farragut; advances to regional semis
February 12, 2025
The seniors line up in their caps and gowns at the lower school, ready to begin the Senior Walk.
Senior Walk kicks of celebrating the class of ’25
May 7, 2025
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Saint Stephen’s Beach Day Video 2025
April 18, 2025
The Danish students tried Takis, fruit roll-ups, and American sodas in this comical taste-test
Denmark Students vs American Food
April 15, 2025
Shakepit's building has been at its location for half a century.
The scoop on Shake Pit: the heart of Bradenton
April 11, 2025
Videographer Sawyer Girgis interviews a woman for his MOTS style video.
Man on the Street: Brushes with Fame
March 13, 2025
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 seniors line up in their caps and gowns at the lower school, ready to begin the Senior Walk.
Senior Walk kicks of celebrating the class of ’25
May 7, 2025
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Saint Stephen’s Beach Day Video 2025
April 18, 2025
The Danish students tried Takis, fruit roll-ups, and American sodas in this comical taste-test
Denmark Students vs American Food
April 15, 2025
Videographer Sawyer Girgis interviews a woman for his MOTS style video.
Man on the Street: Brushes with Fame
March 13, 2025
The Gauntlet video team interviews a pickleball player in Tampa.
Only in Tampa: Tampa Pickleball Crew
March 13, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center Opening
August 22, 2025
Editor in Chief of the Gauntlet, Andrei Black, places his pin on Southern Methodist University.
College Pennant Ceremony 2025
April 30, 2025
To end a marvelous night, students filled the dance floor for one last song.
‘By the Bayou’ Prom is a wrap
April 28, 2025
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Upper School Beach Day 2025
April 24, 2025
Seniors walk around the field as they high-five their fellow peers.
Senior Walk 2025
April 16, 2025
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Grace Baxendale

Grace Baxendale, Editor in Chief

Grace Baxendale is a Senior and third-year Gauntlet veteran, this time taking on the role of Co-Editor in Chief. In her free time she enjoys art, gaming, and listening to music. Her favorite video games are Detroit: Become Human along with Final Fantasy 7, and she plans to play the Batman Arkham series next. Some artists she loves are Radiohead, Wave to Earth, Pierce the Veil, and Jeff Buckley. 

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Dr. Pullen marks the opening of the S.T.E.A.M. center.

The Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center is full steam ahead!

Grace Baxendale and Julie Harris
August 22, 2025
What started as simply yelling "chicken jockey!" has turned into a trend of throwing popcorn, drinks, and even fighting inside the theater.

Bax’s Facts: The Minecraft Movie trend has gone too far

Grace Baxendale, Associate Editor
April 18, 2025
Last year's Argentinian exchange group hanging out with their newfound friends.

Host families prepare as Argentinian exchange students arrive Monday

Grace Baxendale and Kavi Riedi
February 2, 2025
Though TikTok is being banned for the sake of national security, many are reluctant to say goodbye to the teen-favorite app.

Stop the clock on the TikTok ban

Grace Baxendale, Associate Editor
January 16, 2025
Seniors Jackie Rappold, Victoria Neiva, and Jeremy Stroh celebrate a big finish.

2024 Homecoming Dance-Off Video

Julie Harris and Grace Baxendale
November 6, 2024
Girls as young as 11 are buying retinols and other skincare products that do more harm than help to their face.

The real issue with the Sephora Kid skincare craze

Grace Baxendale, Associate Editor
November 4, 2024
On Saturday, our falcon swimmers put their very best into the competition.

Falcon swim season starts strong

Grace Baxendale and Sawyer Girgis
September 20, 2024
Freshman students perform in Professional Dress during the Freshman Chapel Takeover

[Photo] First Professional Dress Day held during Freshman Chapel takeover

Jackson Pakbaz and Andrei Black
September 18, 2024
Junior and senior Falcons face each other in an icy standoff.

Photo Gallery: Sumo Wrestling Spirit Event

Adam Graf and Grace Baxendale
August 30, 2024
On Saturday night, this year's prom, "A lovely night," took place at Art Ovation Hotel.

Photo Gallery: Prom 2024

Grace Baxendale and George Frano
April 29, 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 a better time to take Chinese at SSES

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
April 23, 2024
The seniors get ready to walk down memory lane.

Photo Gallery: Senior Walk 2024

George Frano, Dylan Kinder, and Grace Baxendale
April 16, 2024
Drop your used shoes off at one of the fundraisers's designated bins.

Shoe Drive ties together Saint Stephen’s community

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
March 27, 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

Sarah Black and Grace Baxendale
February 16, 2024
Who you surround yourself with can be the difference between happiness and heartbreak.

Finding the right circle

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
The alumni share their college anecdotes and advice.

Former Falcons return for the annual Alumni Panel

Grace Baxendale and Sarah Black
January 5, 2024
A group of Marine 3, oceans academy, students on the first boat trip of the year.

Marine science department heads on a three-day trip to the keys.

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
November 12, 2023
Finally the moment has arrived! The four sign to commit to their colleges.

Photo Gallery: Four student-athletes sign to play at the collegiate level

Kieran Cloutier, Jackson Pakbaz, and Grace Baxendale
November 8, 2023
We can't settle for last place every year.

Step up, sophomores

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
First Graders line up outside before going to the hootenanny.

Lower School celebrates their annual Halloween Hootenanny

George Frano and Grace Baxendale
October 31, 2023
New Head of School Mr. Kraft embracing retired Dr. Jan Pullen during the service.

Investiture ceremony officially installs Mr. Peter Kraft as Head of School

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
You've probably heard the saying "there's two sides to every coin." While we've seen the bleak side of the world recently, we can still flip it to a colorful, lively one.

The end of individualism

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
October 9, 2023
The senior class ending their show with confetti.

Photo Gallery: 2023-24 Dance Off

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
September 27, 2023
The new world map in the center of the Intermediate School commons.

Revamped and renovated: A new era for the Intermediate School Commons

Grace Baxendale, Staff Writer
September 8, 2023
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