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Sanjay Dastidar and Mr. Johnson on their sister school visit last year to Denmark.
Danish and Argentinian students to return this year
September 21, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Phone Compartment in Mr. Johnsons room.
New Cell Phone Policy At SSES
September 15, 2023
Mr. McAvoy, the Lunchroom Coordinator, is thrilled to introduce the new lunchroom items.
What’s new in the loggia
September 13, 2023
Being in dress code isnt that hard, so why not follow it?
Updating the (dress) code
September 1, 2023
Here is a portrait of the author as a young man devouring a chocolate-covered piece of bread.
Ode To Bread
September 20, 2023
Michelango once said, every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it. I believe our lives are like stone, we must see the life we want and chisel it into existence.
Nothing is set in stone
September 18, 2023
Singing my way through the college applications.
How to take the road less traveled
September 11, 2023
We need to decrease the toxicity spread through GymTok.
Tik Toxicity: How the social media platform is ruining gym culture
April 25, 2023
Alex McLemore pictured in a variety of performances throughout his theater career.
Falcon takes the stage: Alex McLemore
April 18, 2023
Mr. Carlson posts up with a new book in the Sunshine Library.
Mr. Carlson makes the move to the library
September 22, 2023
On Wednesday, September 20th, Saint Stephen’s students of all grades came together with their Falcon Friends for a day of activities and socializing. Here are some shots captured by senior Associate Editor Cassidy Miller.
Photo Gallery: Falcon Friend Event
September 20, 2023
Introducing Sra. Galligan, the new addition to the foreign language department.
Falcon Spotlight: Señora Galligan
September 19, 2023
Mr. McAvoy, the Lunchroom Coordinator, is thrilled to introduce the new lunchroom items.
What’s new in the loggia
September 13, 2023
Freddy Falcon went surfing this summer. What did you do? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.
Faculty summer adventures
September 11, 2023
Alex McLemore pictured in a variety of performances throughout his theater career.
Falcon takes the stage: Alex McLemore
April 18, 2023
Photo taken by Dr Jeungling
“Falcon Journey” Dr. Juengling
November 14, 2022
Photo by Ms. Turconi
Falcon Journey: Ms. Turconi
November 2, 2022
Mrs. Paleczny driving her boat while her daughter, Sally, is tubing behind her.
Falcon Spotlight: Mrs. Paleczny
October 10, 2022
Dress codes seem to have different enforcement for different body types.
Style, not size
May 10, 2023
The One Bloods Big Red Bus, which allows blood drives to happen across the country.
Why you should donate blood
May 5, 2023
Photos of jurrasic park themed cars.
Are car mods getting out of hand?
April 12, 2023
Thalia and Melpomene are the Ancient Greek theatrical masks. They represent the greek theater genres of tragedy(drama) and satire(comedy).
Which movie genre is better: Comedy or Drama?
March 23, 2023
This image shows the time that students would be arriving for late start days.
Bring back late start days to the Upper School
March 8, 2023
A behind the scenes look at Senior Night
Inside the Huddle: Falcons v Aubrey Rogers
September 21, 2023
Senior Braden Mohr shares his marine science project with Dr. Pullen.
Research and Independent Studies Exposition comes to Sunshine Library
May 29, 2023
Gauntlet bootcamp
Gauntlet bootcamp
May 12, 2023
Behind the organ of Christ Church
Behind the organ of Christ Church
May 12, 2023
Video: Girls weightlifting team soars in inaugural season
Video: Girl’s weightlifting team soars in inaugural season
March 30, 2023
Junior, Ella Ziegler, cant wait for the girls to come out on top.
Cross country to compete in SSAC Championship tomorrow
September 22, 2023
Junior Cameron Brewer runs for the tackle.
Junior Cameron Brewer is running into the future
September 21, 2023
The wacky tourist theme is an example of the strides the team has been taking to stir up a crowd.
Falcons volleyball makes a comeback
September 19, 2023
Junior Kicker Gavin Winterhalter prepares to kick off last week against ODA in the Headmasters Cup.
Falcons to face Aubrey Rogers for Senior Night
September 15, 2023
Senior Ivan Tulupov pulls down his helmet, ready for the next play.
Photo Gallery: Headmaster’s Cup
September 12, 2023
A behind the scenes look at Senior Night
Inside the Huddle: Falcons v Aubrey Rogers
September 21, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Senior Braden Mohr shares his marine science project with Dr. Pullen.
Research and Independent Studies Exposition comes to Sunshine Library
May 29, 2023
Gauntlet bootcamp
Gauntlet bootcamp
May 12, 2023
Behind the organ of Christ Church
Behind the organ of Christ Church
May 12, 2023
Polina Fominas senior speech
Polina Fomina’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Sebastian Ebenbichler-Casanovas senior speech
Sebastian Ebenbichler-Casanova’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Ben DeFelices senior speech
Ben DeFelice’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Sophia Crenetis senior speech
Sophia Creneti’s senior speech
March 17, 2023
Evan Christensons senior speech
Evan Christenson’s senior speech
March 14, 2023
Faculty listens closely to Mr. Huffs questions.
Photo Gallery: Academic Team Meet
September 20, 2023
Saint Stephen’s students enjoyed a night of dancing during their 2023 prom night, which took place at the Devyn on April 22nd 2023.
Photo Gallery: Prom 2023
May 1, 2023
The steam center fundraiser was a hit!
STEAM Fling’s a hit!
March 20, 2023
The Model Congress team posing for their final picture as they close off the 2023 HMC trip.
Harvard Model Congress team competes in Boston
March 1, 2023
The Bicks showed off their Mexican heritage with a poster that shares their cultural story.
World Cultures Day comes to the IS (Photo Gallery)
February 1, 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
The cast of Footloose poses for a photo taken by Olivia Elisha.
Are you ready to cut loose: Footloose opening night only one week away
March 13, 2023
Share Your Voice is a podcast for sharing stories of kindness in our community and the world.
Share Your Voice- Kindness Builds A Community S3 E2
January 13, 2023
Chess is rapidly becoming a phenomenon both at SSES and across the country.
Why Chess is Cool
December 8, 2022
African elephant playing with its toy
Share Your Voice S3 E1- Kindness Can Be a Safe Haven
November 30, 2022
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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
Seniors Alex Webster, Cade Westberry, and John Whelan

[Photo] Photo gallery: Senior Walk

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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