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Mr. Angelo leads his Relaxation Day activity-- viewing marine animals in the Marine Science Center
First Relaxation and De-stress day follows PSAT testing
October 10, 2025
Cell phones are placed in a "caddy" before every period as part of the school's new initiative.
New phone policy enters interim 2. So how’s it going so far?
October 2, 2025
Annette Logan and her fellow sophomore class officers are in the process of setting up for the dance.
Homecoming Dance set for Saturday in the Pullen Center
September 26, 2025
Mr. Frank Casaine outside of the Sunshine Library, interacting as he often does in the hallways with students
Mr. Frank Casaine steps into new role as Director of Student Affairs
September 18, 2025
Last year's Dance-Off occurred as usual in the US Commons, but this year, the event will take place in the S.T.E.A.M. Center
Homecoming Week to feature big changes this year
September 8, 2025
My cousin Judah Cox performs "Hometown," a song he wrote in the wake of the shooting, at Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Photo credit: Flatirons Community Church
When it happens in your hometown
October 10, 2025
Kavi celebrating his official visit to Ithaca College.
Inside my college sports ‘Official Visit’ at Ithaca College
October 3, 2025
From her passion and energy, Ms. Clark has earned her title as a student-favorite teacher.
Ms. Jessica Clark finds her joy in the Science Department
September 26, 2025
Mrs. DeZiel in her classroom, next to her favorite project of all time: the Apple Head Dolls
Painting a picture of Mrs. Leslie DeZiel
September 17, 2025
Ms. Kelly Wood assisting her students.
Teacher of the Week: Ms. Kelly Wood
September 12, 2025
Pictured are several well-known books that have suffered book challenges across the nation. Many of these foster meaningful discussions in the class settings.
When books are banned, students miss out
October 10, 2025
The Oxford English Dictionary has long been a standard-bearer, but that reputation dwindled with last year's "Word of the Year" choice: 'brain rot.'
An Open Letter to Oxford’s word-of-the-year selection committee
October 3, 2025
The Mint Majesty trend has devolved from honoring someone who was assassinated to filming and harassing local baristas for internet likes.
The tea on ordering the ‘Charlie Kirk’ drink
September 26, 2025
The new policy extends the day by 15 minutes. If we can change the end time, why not push back the start time?
New late dismissal garners mixed reactions
September 19, 2025
Pictured are the five top candidates for Pope.
Bo’s Picks: Conclave – 5 frontrunners to succeed Pope Francis
April 30, 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
Coach Oisin Crean, pictured at the far right, is in his third year as head coach of the boys varsity soccer program
‘Coach of the Year’ holds high hopes for soccer program
October 10, 2025
Fergus McLeod tees it up, putting the ball into the hole.
Boys Golf wins the SSAA title and individual titles
October 3, 2025
Falcons face off against Marco Island Academy for the Homecoming game.
Homecoming football kicks off tonight at 7p.m.
September 26, 2025
Players wrapping arms around each other in the middle of the court after winning the point.
Varsity volleyball continues to rise, eyes district title
September 15, 2025
The falcon football team gets hyped before a major match-up.
Falcon football looks to recover in tonight’s Headmaster’s Cup
September 5, 2025
The seniors present their skit, which followed the storyline from Ratatouille.
2025 Homecoming Skit Video
October 10, 2025
This year's dance off video covers the four grades's performances.
2025 Dance Off Video
October 9, 2025
Jeremiah Cox in the action at his Tech Internship
On-campus internships foster real-world learning
October 1, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
The Legacy of Dr. Pullen Cemented in the New S.T.E.A.M. Center
September 3, 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
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 present their skit, which followed the storyline from Ratatouille.
2025 Homecoming Skit Video
October 10, 2025
This year's dance off video covers the four grades's performances.
2025 Dance Off Video
October 9, 2025
Jeremiah Cox in the action at his Tech Internship
On-campus internships foster real-world learning
October 1, 2025
Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center's grand opening on Thursday, August 14th.
The Legacy of Dr. Pullen Cemented in the New S.T.E.A.M. Center
September 3, 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
Dance-Off 2025 is in the books
Dance-Off 2025 is in the books
September 24, 2025
Senior captain Sophia Ierulli extends to jump-serve.
Girls Volleyball topples Sarasota Christian 3-0
September 5, 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
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The 2018-2019 school yearbook.

The Yearbook Reveal

Mark Gharby, News Editor
May 10, 2019
"The View Scholastic is the first multilingual liter- ary magazine of its kind in the nation."

SSES Culture mag “The View” arrives on campus Friday

Mark Gharby, News Editor
April 30, 2019
Senior Showcase returns in full effect

Senior Showcase returns in full effect

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
April 29, 2019
Two positions remain open on Student Council

Two positions remain open on Student Council

Mark Gharby, News Editor
April 26, 2019
Election season is upon us. Let The Gauntlet be your news source as the elections near.

StuCo elections are coming up. Here are the dates and positions

Mark Gharby, News Editor
April 15, 2019
The seniors take on Busch Gardens

The seniors take on Busch Gardens

Mark Gharby, News Editor
April 10, 2019
Seniors Jim Class, Ben Tobio, and Dalton Francis getting hyped

Gym Day results are in

Mark Gharby, News Editor
April 3, 2019
The seniors heading to Busch Garden is questionable.

Darron Robinson, pictured, heads to States today along with senior Jake Manning.

Senior wresters are State-bound

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
March 7, 2019
Upcoming events

Upcoming events

Mark Gharby, News Editor
March 5, 2019
Junior boys Cheer Team practices their routines during the pre-game warm-up.

PowderPuff to return March 22

Mark Gharby, News Editor
March 4, 2019
Varsity Boys Basketball and Wrestling receive accolades

Varsity Boys Basketball and Wrestling receive accolades

Mark Gharby, News Editor
February 22, 2019
The Falcons group up for a break following Saturday's win.

Saint Stephen’s football wins in the off-season

Mark Gharby, News Editor
February 13, 2019
A collection of pennants from various universities is displayed on a wall of the college counseling office.

College visits you don’t want to miss

Mark Gharby, News Editor
February 11, 2019
The return of cellphone-free week sent student and teacher devices into lockup.

Upper school survives week without cell phones

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
February 7, 2019

Video: Dodgeball Tournament Saturday featured heated competition

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
January 29, 2019
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[Photo] Upcoming events

January 22, 2019
Many advisors build little "cell phone jails" for their advisees devices.

Cell phones sentenced to a week in jail, again!

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
January 11, 2019
Top Features of 2018

Top Features of 2018

Mark Gharby, News Editor
January 11, 2019
Week 2: Advisory door decorating competition (Photo Gallery)

Week 2: Advisory door decorating competition (Photo Gallery)

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
December 11, 2018
Mr. Santa Maria's advisory went all out with the decorated cubbies, the Christmas stockings, and for the first time ever, an inflatable reindeer.

Advisory door decoration competition: week one

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
December 7, 2018
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Advisory Door Decoration Competition preview

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
November 28, 2018
Candy Cane Grams, Door Decor Contest, and more

Candy Cane Grams, Door Decor Contest, and more

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
November 27, 2018
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StuCo Coin Wars ends Wednesday at 3pm

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
November 6, 2018
Is Homecoming rigged?

Is Homecoming rigged?

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
November 2, 2018
Student victory in student-faculty basketball game is first in decades (photo gallery)

Student victory in student-faculty basketball game is first in decades (photo gallery)

Mark Gharby, News Editor
October 18, 2018
Senior Zoey Block secures the win for the seniors

Homecoming relay race coverage

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 16, 2018
Here's a rundown of places to eat before the big dance.

Need a spot to chow-down before Homecoming?

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 11, 2018
Mr. Santa Maria in his natural habitat

Quiz: Who said it? Match the teachers to their most common sayings

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 11, 2018
The Writing Center is open and gaining momentum

The Writing Center is open and gaining momentum

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 8, 2018
Lower School hosts annual "Blessing of the Animals"

Lower School hosts annual “Blessing of the Animals”

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 5, 2018
Video game spirit competition rocks assembly

Video game spirit competition rocks assembly

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
October 3, 2018
Academic Team grabs the win in first meet of the year

Academic Team grabs the win in first meet of the year

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 26, 2018
Homecoming Week timeline

Homecoming Week timeline

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 25, 2018
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 24, 2018

Video throwback: Last year’s dance-off is something you’ve got to see again

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 19, 2018

Celeb alumna speaks at assembly; shares wisdom (full video)

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 18, 2018
Face-painting under the Friday Night Lights

Face-painting under the Friday Night Lights

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 14, 2018

Video: Homecoming theme announced in hilarious short film

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 12, 2018
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Mark Gharby, Section Editor
September 11, 2018
Sweet cars around campus

Sweet cars around campus

Mark Gharby, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
Eleven students attended the FAU college visit on Monday, the first one of the year.

First college visit comes to campus

Mark Gharby, Staff Writer
August 28, 2018
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