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Maahi Shah, Alejandro Bick, Lily Plummer, and Lillian Gerling posing after their first performance of Madagascar Jr.
Madagascar Jr. debuts at the Falcon Playhouse
November 16, 2022
Mr. Yanelli welcomes Danish students Molly and Clara and their hosts Sophia Villaveces and Morgan Franklin to his Economics class.
Danish students arrive at SSES for exchange visit
October 31, 2022
Senior Amelia Sabo poses for a photo as she collaborates with her partner.
Danish sister school collaborates with Falcons on short stories
October 13, 2022
Mr. Forrester is stunned by the progress of Hurricane Ian.
Hurricane Ian storms through school schedule
September 26, 2022
Have no fear, your teachers are here
Have no fear, your teachers are here
September 19, 2022
Not belonging to a faith can make you feel alone. You look around and everyone around you belongs, but you.
My personal struggle with faith
November 16, 2022
Different moments captured during my time at camp.
How camp has shaped me
November 16, 2022
You dont have to be a jock to hit the gym
You don’t have to be a jock to hit the gym
November 15, 2022
The brains intrusive thoughts that lead to self deprecation.
Being your own cheerleader
October 25, 2022
The Zuraiqi family gathered for a birthday party.
What it’s like growing up with foreign parents
October 19, 2022
The deepest and sharpest infrared image of the distant universe to date, showing thousands of galaxies. This slice of the vast universe covers a patch of sky approximately the size of a grain of sand held at arm’s length by someone on the ground.
Why Astronomy Rocks
November 18, 2022
Falcon Journey Dr. Juengling
“Falcon Journey” Dr. Juengling
November 14, 2022
Falcon Journey: Ms. Turconi
Falcon Journey: Ms. Turconi
November 2, 2022
Senior Anthony Monetti shares his love of soccer with the primary students of Hernando De Soto School in Barcarrota
Falcon Spanish students go beyond the classroom with cultural exchange to Spain
October 26, 2022
Mr. Johnson posing with his bike in his favorite shirt.
Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Johnson
October 21, 2022
Paul, my beloved Pontiac g6, poses for a picture.
I love you, Paul
November 18, 2022
The album cover of Taylor Swift’s new masterpiece: Midnights
Album review: Midnights by Taylor Swift
October 25, 2022
Dear Drivers: Please let me back out of my parking spot
Dear Drivers: Please let me back out of my parking spot
October 11, 2022
Change your music habits
Change your music habits
October 5, 2022
Gavin Conner hard at work learning beneficial skills.
Should you get a job in high school?
April 26, 2022
Robert Pattinsons Bruce Wayne as seen in The Batman (2022)
The emo Batman
March 15, 2022
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 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
Gauntlet vs Denmark Trivia
Gauntlet vs Denmark Trivia
November 8, 2022
Shup Funpule: Battle for the Falcon
Shup Funpule: Battle for the Falcon
October 28, 2022
The Dance-off this year was considered one of the best in decades.
The 2022-23 Dance-Off Video
October 7, 2022
Are you smarter than a 5th grader?
September 19, 2022
What advice would you give to the new students of the upper school?
What advice would you give to the new students of the upper school?
August 31, 2022
Matthew Vara commits to U Tampa for lacrosse.
Senior falcons soar to collegiate athletics
November 15, 2022
The Falcon boys football team following their win against ODA.
Falcon sports teams move onto state championships
November 9, 2022
Bryson Shrimplin performing a Clean and Jerk exercise.
Weightlifting team is newest addition to Falcon athletics
October 26, 2022
the 2022 Falcon baseball team just before playing the last game of the season.
The boys of summer
October 18, 2022
New ticketing app Ticket Spicket sweeps SSES
New ticketing app ‘Ticket Spicket’ sweeps SSES
October 7, 2022
Leo Li’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Connor Albrecht’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Rowan Bilik’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
James Gelvin’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Noah McCray’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Leo Li’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Connor Albrecht’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Rowan Bilik’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
James Gelvin’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Noah McCray’s senior speech
November 16, 2022
Seniors Tatum Tellbuescher and Sophia Villaveces want to interact with you in the Interact club.
Photo Gallery: 2022 Club Fair
August 31, 2022
Sophomores Isabella, Sienna, Sofia and Julia and juniors Sophia and Paige appreciate time together at prom.
Photo Gallery: Prom 2022
April 27, 2022
Junior Garrett LaFlamme sets the tone for the pep rally.
Homecoming week: Float activity photo gallery
October 6, 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
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
Comic: Sometime in class...
Comic: Sometime in class…
October 19, 2021
Comic: Welcoming in the new season
Comic: Welcoming in the new season
October 12, 2021
Jason Todd and Dick Grayson as the appear in ‘Titans’ and Red Hood and Nightwing as they appear in comics.
Series ‘Titans’: a good show that gets Robin (and Batman) all wrong
October 11, 2021
Comic: Its all rigged, anyway
Comic: It’s all rigged, anyway
September 24, 2021
The rise of popular streaming platforms are causing millions to cancel their cable.
It’s probably time to cancel your cable
March 22, 2021
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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Mr. Whelan heads into the wild.

Canoes, wilted lettuce, handwritten letters… What teachers are doing during quarantine

May 15, 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
Advice from seniors

Advice from seniors

March 4, 2020
Falcon logo

Never miss a game!

February 24, 2020
Athlete of the Week: Sarah Stevens

Athlete of the Week: Sarah Stevens

February 3, 2020
Winter sports preview through the eyes of team leaders

Winter sports preview through the eyes of team leaders

November 19, 2019
Girls varsity soccer

Girls varsity soccer

November 19, 2019
Boys varsity soccer

Boys varsity soccer

November 19, 2019
Heres how our Falcons did at states this fall

Here’s how our Falcons did at states this fall

November 14, 2019
Senior Alyssa Nucci and Sophomore Ansley Morris taco their tongues.

Top hidden talents on campus

October 22, 2019
Original artwork created by The Gauntlet staff writer Evanthia Stirou.

Best nicknames on campus (and where they came from)

October 14, 2019
Saint Stephens very own Study Pod can be found in the US Library

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The end of an era: Coach Jones takes leave from coaching

The end of an era: Coach Jones takes leave from coaching

May 14, 2018
Too early to play the stock market? Many Falcons are already doing it

Too early to play the stock market? Many Falcons are already doing it

May 1, 2018
Under the sea: Marine Science program takes SSES to next level

Under the sea: Marine Science program takes SSES to next level

April 13, 2018
Policy on students going to cars during school day creates buzz

Policy on students going to cars during school day creates buzz

March 2, 2018
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Sport Spotlight: Varsity boys basketball soars

February 14, 2018
Lunch is served: New food comes to Saint Stephens

Lunch is served: New food comes to Saint Stephen’s

January 30, 2018
5 things you need to know about Saturdays Winter (In)formal

5 things you need to know about Saturday’s Winter (In)formal

January 22, 2018
StuCo announces Winter Informal logistics at assembly

Coming this January: New school lunch and Winter (In)formal. Here are the logistics.

January 11, 2018
What gifts are you getting this year?

Going shopping? Best Christmas presents of 2017

December 8, 2017
Metz Culinarys veggie sandwich epitomizes the quality and care of the food that is coming to SSES January 20th

Breaking News: Campus lunch is about to change for the better; new vendor to be “tested” out in January

December 4, 2017
Discovering Bradenton Part One: Feeling Active

Discovering Bradenton Part One: Feeling Active

November 7, 2017
Possible location?

Winter (In)formal is coming; exclusive update on the winter dance

October 20, 2017
Thursdays brown bag lunch: Brooke Kernans story.

Thursday’s brown bag lunch: Brooke Kernan’s story.

October 17, 2017
Samsungs Note 8 on the left, Apples iPhone X on the right.

Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Note 8: Battle for best phone of 2017

October 5, 2017
Hot lunch not-so-hot. Heres why...

Hot lunch “not-so-hot.” Here’s why…

September 19, 2017
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