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Photo from Cum Laude induction in 2019. (names listed from left to right) Maria Erquiaga , Hailey Mallard, Augustus Bayard, Catherine Van Keuren, Hailey Kadivar, and Kassandra Haakman.
Everything you need to know before the Cum Laude Society induction
April 17, 2024
Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.
Seniors, Juniors tie in unprecedented Spirit Competition finish.
April 12, 2024
Drop your used shoes off at one of the fundraiserss designated bins.
Shoe Drive ties together Saint Stephen’s community
March 27, 2024
A Lovely Night Awaits!
A Lovely Night Awaits!
March 27, 2024
Understanding the reason for the nos can help ease the heartache involved and give you a better outlook on your decision.
Understanding the changing college admission scene
March 25, 2024
Mr. Paoletti in his environment on the softball field
The Journey of Coach Lenny Paoletti
April 10, 2024
Mr. Holt in his element working the front desk.
A farewell to Mr. Holt
March 28, 2024
Mr. Kraft hugging Dr. Pullen during his investiture ceremony earlier this year, when Kraft was installed as the new Head of School for Saint Stephens.
The journey of Mr. Peter Kraft
March 26, 2024
The abundance of As: Grade inflation is weakening the once-coveted grade
The abundance of A’s: Grade inflation is weakening the once-coveted grade
March 11, 2024
Art teacher Mrs. Thornton with her husband and two sons. Photo from Mrs. Thornton
Art Teacher Mrs. Thornton brings the good vibes
February 14, 2024
The Hosts with their exchange students.
Sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES
March 22, 2024
Financial aid, particularly in the form of school vouchers, is a necessity for many who attend private schools, unless the school can provide the funds directly, as is the idea for SSES.
The move to decline the Step Up scholarship will ensure academic independence
March 13, 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
If you follow my five tactics, Im sure the ref will be blushing so hard hell be as red as a tomato.
Your guide to getting along with high school referees
February 14, 2024
Come out and support the cast of Bye Bye Birdie.
Say hello to Bye Bye Birdie
February 1, 2024
With 38 days till graduation, let student voices be heard. We want the ability to decorate our grad caps; we want the ability to be authentically ourselves on graduation day.
Let us be individuals, let us decorate our grad caps
April 18, 2024
The image illustrates that even though january may feel like an eternity-- I can assure you-- the month will come and go just as any other.
Why January is the dumps, and I’m glad it’s over
February 28, 2024
All of the mentioned albums are showcased in a collage.
Eight albums you need to listen to before you die
February 28, 2024
When it comes to contemporary athletics, no sport is on the come-up quite like hockey. Art by Sarbeth Wester
Hockey is the best sport in the country right now
February 15, 2024
Make sure you are using your lunch loggia purchase wisely.
Top 5 Lunch Loggia Snacks
February 13, 2024
This February, Webly and her teammates were asked to participated in a photography workshop for RockTown Media.
Priscilla Webley Spotlight
April 18, 2024
Coach Brown gathers with the track team for a pre-practice meeting.
Coach Brown connects to student-athletes like few can
April 11, 2024
Four new sports will make their debut at the 2024 Olympics: Skateboarding, Surfing, Breakdancing, sport-climbing. Collage of photos created from Creative Commons.
What’s new in the Summer Olympic games
March 27, 2024
Sophomore Gabe Conn sliding into home plate. Photo by Rocktown Media
Boys baseball is back out on the diamond, and they’re hungry
February 29, 2024
Falcons girls weightlifting team after crushing their opponents at districts.
Girls weightlifting team is back-to-back district champs
February 16, 2024
The seniors get ready to walk down memory lane.
Photo Gallery: Senior Walk 2024
April 16, 2024
Rock the MAC featured two cover bands, and took place out on the Moore Athletic Complex
Rock the MAC delivers a concert to remember
April 10, 2024
Title screen
Teachers pet peeves
April 9, 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
Our sister school visitors reflect on their time at SSES.
Sister School visitors share thoughts on their time at SSES
March 25, 2024
Computer Science teacher Mrs. Hayes attempts to guess the Gen Z slang.
Do Teachers Know Gen Z Slang?
March 8, 2024
Bode LaBelle argues his point on why Bama should get in.
A Bama and FSU fan debate who should have made the playoff
January 9, 2024
Mr. and Mrs. Price.
A legacy of service: The Price family
November 14, 2023
Three of our Danish visitors try out some good old Mountain Dew.
Sister school visitors react to American snacks
November 3, 2023
The seniors get ready to walk down memory lane.
Photo Gallery: Senior Walk 2024
April 16, 2024
The freshmen huddle up one last time before the tournament starts.
Photo gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
March 18, 2024
A long-shot of the International Food Festival, which took place under the sails between the middle and upper schools.
International Food Festival brings the heat
January 30, 2024
Seniors Madelyn Cox and Samantha Mascera practice their self-defense punches.
Seniors participate in self-defense course, Krav Maga
January 26, 2024
Fullback Gabe Conn trots up the pitch.
Photo Gallery: Boys soccer squares off against BCS
December 7, 2023
Mr. Cotton alongside colleague and spouse Mrs. Cotton
Conversations with Ricardo
November 29, 2023
Conversations with Ricardo
Conversations with Ricardo
November 3, 2023
Conversations with Ricardo
Conversations with Ricardo
October 4, 2023
Katy Brown, Producing Artistic Director at the Barter Theatre, is thrilled for an exciting show season.
Share Your Voice S4 E1- Kindness Inspires Ingenuity
September 27, 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
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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Many inexperienced lifters put themselves at risk of injury by incorrectly performing exercises such as the deadlift.

The toxicity of modern gym culture

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
May 4, 2021
Bradys Bucs faced the Washington Football Team in this years Wild Card round.

Bring back late start for Super Bowl Monday

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
January 27, 2021
My high-performance machine, as my boss Victor calls it, parked next to a JUNIOR in the SENIOR lot.

Dear juniors who park in the senior lot

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
January 5, 2021
Gauntlet Editor-in-Chief Sully Maley believes that his workload will decrease with the return of the old schedule.

Switch to old schedule will make school easier

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
October 26, 2020
Ms. Pommer and Mr. Carlson joined the Seniors dance blew away the crowd with their amazing duet.

Dance Off photo gallery

Sanna Lexhed and Sully Maley
October 15, 2020
Dr. Pullen speaks about how far Saint Stephens has come since the original opening in 1970.

Time Capsule Opening photo gallery

Caroline Pope and Sully Maley
October 13, 2020
Colts at Redskins 09/16/18

Week 3 fantasy football outlook

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
September 24, 2020
Students gather in the Commons for a spirit event during assembly. Losing these moments of interaction during social distancing could serve as a reminder of their value once they return.

Technology can’t save us from social isolation

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
April 24, 2020
Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Gustavus share what the transition to online learning has been like from a teachers perspective.

Teachers share what remote learning has been like for them

David Johnson, Maggie Gustavus, and Sully Maley
April 22, 2020
Upper School English teachers conduct a virtual meeting with other faculty members using the videoconference app Zoom.

Coronavirus and social distancing sweep Manatee County; SSES to close through April 3

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
March 16, 2020
Patrick Mahomes II celebrates after winning Super Bowl LIV. Mahomes threw two touchdowns and ran for a third in the Chiefs 31-20 victory.

Mahomes, defense rally Chiefs to 21 unanswered points and the Lombardi

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
February 5, 2020
Konkols record-breaking performance last Friday led the Falcons to their second victory against rival BCS this season.

Konkol leads Falcons past BCS and onto state semifinals

Sully Maley and Dylan Davis
November 7, 2019
Rev Rich visiting the beach with his wife and daughter.

The journey of Reverend Rich Clark

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
September 17, 2019
Clemson true freshman QB Trevor Lawrence drops back in the pocket.

College football returns Saturday; here’s what you need to know

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
August 23, 2019
Election season is upon us. Let The Gauntlet be your news source as the elections near.

StuCo representative election results are in!

Sully Maley, Design Editor
May 1, 2019
Next years StuCo Exec Board.

StuCo election results

Sully Maley, Design Editor
April 25, 2019
The Senior Walk

[Photo] Photo gallery: Senior Walk

Josh Class, Staff Writer
April 10, 2019
A group of Maurick College students will visit our school during IQ week to collaborate with Upper School students.

Host families still needed during IQ Week

Sully Maley, Design Editor
April 9, 2019
Our section editors get the perfect mix between leadership and writing in their daily activities.

The Gauntlet wants YOU

Sully Maley, Design Editor
March 18, 2019
A reflection of this years CFB season.

8 things to take away from this year’s CFB season

Sully Maley, Design Editor
January 30, 2019
Upper school says goodbye to first semester menu

Upper school says goodbye to first semester menu

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
January 8, 2019
IMG Sophomore Cheng Zhang during his visit to the Gauntlet.

A day in the life of a shadow

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
December 13, 2018
Fantasy Football Start em Sit em Week 13

Fantasy Football Start ’em Sit ’em Week 13

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
November 29, 2018
The Falcons group up for a break following Saturdays win.

Falcon football headed to third straight Florida Bowl

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
November 14, 2018
Fantasy Football Start Em Sit Em: Week 10

Fantasy Football Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em: Week 10

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
November 8, 2018
Students will be able to select from a wide variety of snacks, including cookies, cupcakes, muffins and donuts.

First Student Council Bake Sale Tomorrow

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
September 19, 2018
Mr. and Mrs. Cotton have been a great addition to the math department here at Saint Stephens.

Falcon Spotlight: Mr. and Mrs. Cotton

Sully Maley, Director of Visual/Creative Media
September 14, 2018
Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Borton

Falcon Spotlight: Mr. Borton

Sully Maley, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Gustavus

Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Gustavus

Sully Maley, Staff Writer
September 5, 2018
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