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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
Pictured are the eight programs that made the list. Which one is your favorite?
The best cartoons of all time
April 19, 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
Sanjay getting set to run a fast race.
Speeding up to break the record
April 19, 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
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
the official student-produced news site for Saint Stephen's Episcopal School

the Gauntlet
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Jackson Nealis

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief

Jackson Nealis is in his third year on the Gauntlet, this year as Editor in Chief. He enjoys debating politics, biking and running. His favorite movie is Knives Out. You can reach Jackson at [email protected]

 

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Maddy Boehm presents her Marine 3 Ocean Academy research on microplastics.

R.I.S.E. presentations coming this Friday

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
April 25, 2023
The sophomores battle the juniors in the tug-of-war competition on Monday.

Beach Day a big hit with Upper School Falcons

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
March 29, 2023
The 11 girls lacrosse players were honored yesterday evening at Senior Night.

Boys and girls lacrosse dominate at Senior Night

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
March 24, 2023
Gave Conn takes the plate against Southwest Florida Christian yesterday.

Falcon baseball confronts tough loss to SW Florida Christian

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
March 21, 2023
This year’s StuCo elections on April 13 will feature the introduction of ranked choice voting

StuCo Election details announced; major process changes to go in effect

Jackson Nealis
March 17, 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

Joshua Sket and Jackson Nealis
March 1, 2023
Tug-of-War was one of the exciting events that occurred during the last Beach Day in 2019.

Beach Day return excites Upper School students

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2023
The seniors gathered on Dr. Pullen’s back yard for senior breakfast.

Senior Breakfast celebrates Class of 2023

Jackson Nealis and Alyson Folkens
February 15, 2023
A top view of the decorations on the dance floor.

[Photo] Aly’s Column: You missed out on Winter Formal

Alyson Folkens, Staff Writer
February 7, 2023
Upper School math teacher intently learned from Inna Snyder the uniqueness of Russian Culture

Food Festival unites and celebrates diverse heritages

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
January 30, 2023
The Saint Stephen’s Academic Team, excited after their Tuesday victory.

Academic Team Dominates County Championship

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
December 8, 2022
Dr. Asplen, the Sarasota County School Superintendent, was rightfully furious about his potential termination at Tuesdays meeting.

Shot in the foot: Dr. Asplen’s shameful termination

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
December 5, 2022
Maahi Shah, Alejandro Bick, Lily Plummer, and Lillian Gerling posing after their first performance of Madagascar Jr.

Madagascar Jr. debuts at the Falcon Playhouse

Jackson Nealis and Julia Craig
November 16, 2022
Mr. Yanelli welcomes Danish students Molly and Clara and their hosts Sophia Villaveces and Morgan Franklin to his Economics class. Photo submitted by Jackson Nealis.

[Photo] Danish students arrive at SSES for exchange visit

Andrei Black, Staff Writer
October 31, 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

Jackson Nealis and Daniel Schnur
October 26, 2022
Mr. Forrester is stunned by the progress of Hurricane Ian.

Hurricane Ian storms through school schedule

Julia Craig and Jackson Nealis
September 26, 2022
The 2019 Pep Rally, featuring the Senior class performing a pirate inspired scene with their float.

Homecoming Week: what you need to know

Jackson Nealis, Editor in Chief
September 12, 2022
An egg sandwich can be a nutritious way to get through the school day.

Panera breakfast coming to SSES

Jackson Nealis
August 17, 2022
On Friday, the football field will be alive with competitive Field Day activities.

Everything you need to know for Field Day

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
March 22, 2022
The Pioneer Plunge IQ option for Juniors demonstrates the benefits of hands on learning.

Interim Quest options revealed

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
March 21, 2022
The AP Spanish Class signaled a potential return to field trips with their visit to the Dali Museum.

AP Spanish visit to Dali Museum marks return of field trips.

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
March 14, 2022
Boris Johnson announcing Coronavirus guidelines; the same rules he allegedly breached multiple times.

Rules for thee but not for me: Boris Johnson and ‘Party Gate’

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
February 4, 2022
Winter Formal will be held on Saturday, January 21st, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Gym.

Winter Formal Returns to Saint Stephen’s

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
January 12, 2022
For their Senior gift, the class of 2021 decided to transform the Palm Courtyard.

Graduating class gives palm courtyard a refresh

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
December 4, 2021
Rising prices have people worried. But should they be? Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester.

Making ‘cents’ of inflation: rising prices explained

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
November 10, 2021
The Senior girls are having the time of their life as Davis Roe becomes the Dancing Queen.

Homecoming Week: spirit point breakdown

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
October 4, 2021

Jackson Nealis’s Take

Jackson Nealis, Associate Editor
September 20, 2021
Students had the opportunity to choose the direction of the school in elections yesterday.

Student Council election results 2021

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
April 20, 2021
Students had the opportunity to choose the direction of the school in elections yesterday.

Student Elections 2021: The Race Begins

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
April 13, 2021
Dr. Suess, a beloved children’s author, has come under increased scrutiny for insensitive racial depictions.

Oh the Things That You’ll Find: Seuss scrutiny rocks Culture War

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
March 23, 2021
Neera Tanden’s confirmation was doomed by past Tweets coming back to haunt her.

Neera Tanden: How Tweets cost her career

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
March 5, 2021
Some might see investing as a game or a meme, but actions in the market can have serious consequences.

The GameStop Surge: Redditors and the Reckoning of Financial Markets

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
February 17, 2021
Creating a new class can be a way students can find their passions.

AP Art History and the future of classes at Saint Stephen’s

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
February 2, 2021
From Left to right, top then bottom. Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Health Care Workers and Megan Thee Stalion changed the world and influenced many in 2020.

The 10 most influential Americans of 2020

Jackson Nealis and Ansley Morris
January 21, 2021
Answers to all your questions about exams

Answers to all your questions about exams

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
December 8, 2020
Barrett (right) and Biden (left) are both Catholics, and theyve risen to the highest level of their respective branches of government.

Amy Coney Barrett and Joe Biden: Catholicism and politics in 2020

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
November 30, 2020
Saint Stephens during tropical storm Eta and during the half day.

What is happening tomorrow

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
The time-honored tradition of voting has a long history of successes and failures.

Whichever candidate wins, accept the election results

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
November 3, 2020
Saint Stephen’s Art Appreciation

International art critic Pierre Delecto weighs in on 2020 Hoco Banners

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
October 26, 2020
Allie Serterides and Gauntlet Editor-in-Chief Sully Maley display the old and new schedules.

[Photo] Old schedule or new schedule?

October 26, 2020
Gauntlet Editor-in-Chief Sully Maley believes that his workload will decrease with the return of the old schedule.

[Photo] Switch to old schedule will make school easier

Sully Maley, Editor in Chief
October 26, 2020
Senior Allie Serterides prefers the new green and gold schedule rather than the old one.

[Photo] Green and gold is the way to go

Allie Serterides
October 26, 2020
Last Tuesday’s debate was as civilized as the legendary Lincoln-Douglas Debates

Retirement home discussion goes off the rails

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020
The Supreme Court faces a major change in the next month.

Opinion: Save the court, don’t fill RBG’s seat

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
September 29, 2020
Introducing school nurse, Mrs. Sierra Tomlinson

Introducing school nurse, Mrs. Sierra Tomlinson

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
Freddy Falcon and the cheerleaders do push ups to signify a Falcon touchdown

Freddy Falcon: passing the wings

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
September 9, 2020
Last years Student Council. Will you be the next rep? Or president?

So you want to run for Student Council or Class Officer…

Jackson Nealis, Staff Writer
August 25, 2020
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