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Freshman students perform in Professional Dress during the Freshman Chapel Takeover
First Professional Dress Day held during Freshman Chapel takeover
September 18, 2024
Students that are being homeschooled now have the opportunity to play in Saint Stephen's athletics.
New policy brings ‘Non-Traditional Athletes’ to SSES Athletics
September 10, 2024
Early is on time; new tardy policy arrives
Early is on time; new tardy policy arrives
September 5, 2024
No Doordash, Grubhub, Ubereats, or any food delivery service
‘No Food Delivery’ policy arrives to mixed reactions on campus
September 4, 2024
The updated Faculty Lounge features a long, communal table, updated chairs and couches, and some sleek designs on the cabinets.
Upper School Faculty Lounge gets a makeover
September 4, 2024
Ms. Gillard (pictured second from the right) at a friend's 8th-grade graduation in Austin, Texas.
10 Questions in 10 Minutes with Gabrielle Gillard
August 23, 2024
I feel as though I'm running towards a void, with my only guide being a clock, counting down till the life I've 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
How to avoid email fails and impress like a pro
Clean Up Your Email Game
September 20, 2024
Class President Hao Li showed effective leadership in his 2023-24 spirit campaign. Art by Al Lombardi
Column: Can Anyone beat Hao Li this Homecoming?
September 11, 2024
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. Don't add to the cesspool of negativity. Art by Jackson Pakbaz
An open letter to hate comments
May 8, 2024
On Saturday, our falcon swimmers put their very best into the competition.
Falcon swim season starts strong
September 20, 2024
Falcons matchup with bitter rivals ODA tonight at 7.
Saint Stephen’s to face ODA tonight in Headmaster’s Cup
September 6, 2024
Members of the girls volleyball team celebrate a point. The girls are 3-0 this season.
Varsity girls volleyball team enters new era
September 3, 2024
The Irish face off against the Aggies on Saturday night Art by Al Lombardi
Bo’s Picks: The best college football games to watch in Week 1
August 29, 2024
A very successful meet up at Archer Invitational, Georgia.
Saint Stephen’s Track heads out of state
May 9, 2024
Ranking the top senior parking spots
Ranking the top senior parking spots
September 19, 2024
An illustration showing the American spirit.
Memorial Day quiz.
May 7, 2024
A picture encapturing a loving mother
Mother’s Day quiz
May 6, 2024
Reminiscent picture of a girl watching cartoons.
Guess the cartoon from the quote.
April 30, 2024
What Saint Stephens extracurricular are you?
What extracurricular should you join?
April 15, 2024
English Teacher Mr. David Johnson shared that his favorite new policy has been the attendance policy.
Favorite changes on campus this year
September 11, 2024
Sideline Report: Sumo wrestling semi-finals
Sideline Report: Sumo wrestling semi-finals
September 11, 2024
Spread a little kindness everywhere you go.
Share Your Voice S4 E2- Kindness is Always in Full Bloom
July 29, 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
English Teacher Mr. David Johnson shared that his favorite new policy has been the attendance policy.
Favorite changes on campus this year
September 11, 2024
Sideline Report: Sumo wrestling semi-finals
Sideline Report: Sumo wrestling semi-finals
September 11, 2024
Grooming is an essential ritual in the flock.
Planet Earth: Saint Stephen’s
May 8, 2024
Junior Haley Rosa shares what she'd 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
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
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
Mrs. Conn checked out the Future White Coats Club, started by Christina Collazo '25.
Photo Gallery: 2024-2025 Annual Club Fair
September 5, 2024
Junior and senior Falcons face each other in an icy standoff.
Photo Gallery: Sumo Wrestling Spirit Event
August 30, 2024
The "middle school makeover" provides students with a more comfortable atmosphere in the commons.
New changes on campus this year (in 20 photographs)
August 28, 2024
On Saturday night, this year's 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
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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Seniors to don caps and gowns one month early

Seniors to don caps and gowns one month early

Indre Zalepuga, Editor in Chief
April 11, 2017
Gym Day rocks: highlights and photos of one of SSES's favorite days

Gym Day rocks: highlights and photos of one of SSES’s favorite days

Indre Zalepuga, Editor in Chief
March 10, 2017
Spring sports are in full swing

Spring sports are in full swing

Indre Zalepuga, Editor in Chief
March 6, 2017
What's it like teaching for the 1st year? How about the 35th year?

What’s it like teaching for the 1st year? How about the 35th year?

Indre Zalepuga
February 2, 2017
Revard hikes Mount Kilimanjaro

Revard hikes Mount Kilimanjaro

Indre Zalepuga, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2016
Who really is Freddy Falcon?

Who really is Freddy Falcon?

Indre Zalepuga, Editor-in-Chief
December 2, 2016
FALL-ing in love with sports

FALL-ing in love with sports

Indre Zalepuga, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2016
Re-Imagine, What If? 2016-2017's theme is unveiled

Re-Imagine, What If? 2016-2017’s theme is unveiled

Indre Zalepuga, Editor in Chief
September 16, 2016
New crew team rows into Saint Stephen's

New crew team rows into Saint Stephen’s

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
March 4, 2016
Senior Zack Gromko's robot that broke the Guinness World Record for solving the Rubik's Cube.

Senior Zack Gromko’s robot solves Rubik’s Cube; breaks Guinness World Record

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
January 7, 2016
Junior Laura Rodriguez poses in front of the Spanish flag.

New upperclassmen brave long flights to start fresh in a new world

Indre Zalepuga, Features Co-Editor
September 18, 2015
New crew team rows into Saint Stephen's

New crew team rows into Saint Stephen’s

Indre Zalepuga, Features Co-Editor
May 8, 2015
Going somewhere over Spring Break? Falcons share their plans and tips for an exciting vacation

Going somewhere over Spring Break? Falcons share their plans and tips for an exciting vacation

Indre Zalepuga, Features Co-Editor
March 27, 2015
Seniors steal the stage in "High School Musical"

Seniors steal the stage in “High School Musical”

Indre Zalepuga, Features Co-Editor
March 18, 2015
Former NBA and college star Christian Laettner visits Saint Stephen's

Former NBA and college star Christian Laettner visits Saint Stephen’s

Indre Zalepuga, Features Co-Editor
February 25, 2015

New kids on the block: six students join Saint Stephen’s in January

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
January 29, 2015
Ben's wish list

In need of gift ideas for Christmas? Here are a few tips to get you going.

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
December 17, 2014
From left, seniors Lauri Schleicher, Kristi Schleicher, Coach Lee, Kristen Brockett, and Ellie Berdusco bask in their time at states.

Four senior swim captains lead team to states

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
November 19, 2014
Left to right: Juniors Annie Brey, Hannah Sage and Grace Horn prepare cake pops for the bake sale.

Looking to get involved on campus? Here are three clubs that you just might like

Indre Zalepuga, Co-Features Editor
November 3, 2014
Reusable water-bottle initiative brings new era of environmental awareness

Reusable water-bottle initiative brings new era of environmental awareness

Indre Zalepuga, Staff Writer
October 10, 2014
The OverDrive app allows you access to thousands of titles on your iPad

Introducing OverDrive: free eBook rental service comes to media center

Indre Zalepuga, Features editor
September 26, 2014
Wolcott returns to Boston, completes 25th marathon

Wolcott returns to Boston, completes 25th marathon

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
May 9, 2014

[Video] Mr. Boyd and Mr. Marshall leave their legacy

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
May 9, 2014
Wolcott receives doctorate after years dedicated to teaching

Wolcott receives doctorate after years dedicated to teaching

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
May 7, 2014

Seniors tackle the college admissions process

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
April 9, 2014

Students share trendy ideas for spring fashion

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
March 11, 2014

Students rush to finish interim three assignments

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
February 27, 2014

Girls basketball team grows during tough season, looks forward to bright future

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
February 27, 2014
Mall at University Town Center will allow students to shop till’ they drop

Mall at University Town Center will allow students to shop till’ they drop

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
December 12, 2013

Upperclassmen share advice on exam week preparation

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
December 11, 2013

Matthew Jones dribbles to the top

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
December 4, 2013

Holiday traditions carry on for the winter season

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
November 13, 2013
Ellie Berdusco prepares to dive off of the block for her next event.

BREAKING: new species of shark — the Berdusco — found in Florida waters. CAUTION: she’s fast.

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
October 29, 2013

Seniors claim Spirit Week crown

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
October 15, 2013

International students acclimate to the American lifestyle

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
October 8, 2013

Latin team soars at Nationals

Indre Zalepuga, Features Editor
September 16, 2013
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