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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
Dr. Pullen marks the opening of the S.T.E.A.M. center.
The Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M Center is full steam ahead!
August 22, 2025
Last year, the event saw hundreds of community members attend out at the Moore Athletic Complex
Rock the MAC returns Saturday
May 2, 2025
Past student presentations from R.I.S.E. 2023 and 2024.
R.I.S.E. and Shine! The Research and Independent Study Exposition is back!
April 29, 2025
The documentary the Fentanyl Project is showing at SSES on Monday.
Documentary ‘The Fentanyl Project’ to show at SSES
April 28, 2025
Ms. Kelly Wood assisting her students.
Teacher of the Week: Ms. Kelly Wood
September 12, 2025
Señora Moliné at her desk after our interview
10 Questions in 10 Minutes: Sra. Moline
September 11, 2025
Senior Brooke Cosentino helps a sophomore in a peer tutoring session.
The power of peer tutoring
May 5, 2025
Ten Questions in Ten Minutes with Sarah Sandberg
Ten Questions in Ten Minutes with Sarah Sandberg
April 23, 2025
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
April 11, 2025
Pictured are the five top candidates for Pope.
Bo’s Picks: Conclave – 5 frontrunners to succeed Pope Francis
April 30, 2025
What started as simply yelling "chicken jockey!" has turned into a trend of throwing popcorn, drinks, and even fighting inside the theater.
Bax’s Facts: The Minecraft Movie trend has gone too far
April 18, 2025
Ode to Invincible
Ode to Invincible
April 8, 2025
Art by Al Lombardi
Let’s put an end to finals
March 24, 2025
Why you should join Model Congress
Why you should join Model Congress
March 14, 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
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
Sports director Coach Hudson briefing the boys weightlifting team before they walk out in the courtyard.
Boys weightlifting head to states in Lakeland
April 10, 2025
The marquee matchup involves 5-seed Michigan and 1-seed Auburn, a classic Big Ten-SEC clash
Bo’s Picks: March Madness Sweet Sixteen
March 25, 2025
Here are 3 upsets to look for in March Madness including Oregon verses Liberty.
March Madness upset predictions
March 20, 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
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Saint Stephen’s Beach Day Video 2025
April 18, 2025
The Danish students tried Takis, fruit roll-ups, and American sodas in this comical taste-test
Denmark Students vs American Food
April 15, 2025
Shakepit's building has been at its location for half a century.
The scoop on Shake Pit: the heart of Bradenton
April 11, 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
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
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Saint Stephen’s Beach Day Video 2025
April 18, 2025
The Danish students tried Takis, fruit roll-ups, and American sodas in this comical taste-test
Denmark Students vs American Food
April 15, 2025
Videographer Sawyer Girgis interviews a woman for his MOTS style video.
Man on the Street: Brushes with Fame
March 13, 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
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match
Upper School Beach Day 2025
April 24, 2025
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Lucy Preston

Lucy Preston, Staff Writer

Lucy Preston is a senior at Saint Stephen’s. This is her 2nd year serving as a photographer for The Gauntlet. She spends her free time shopping, hanging out with friends, and tanning. You can contact her at [email protected].

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Players wrapping arms around each other in the middle of the court after winning the point.

[Photo] Varsity volleyball continues to rise, eyes district title

Karlah Benzan, Staff Writer
September 15, 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

[Photo] Homecoming Week to feature big changes this year

Julie Harris and Kavi Riedi
September 8, 2025
Senior captain Sophia Ierulli extends to jump-serve.

Girls Volleyball topples Sarasota Christian 3-0

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
September 5, 2025
The seniors line up in their caps and gowns at the lower school, ready to begin the Senior Walk.

[Photo] Senior Walk kicks of celebrating the class of ’25

Haiel Suwaity, Kate Leaver
May 7, 2025
Editor in Chief of the Gauntlet, Andrei Black, places his pin on Southern Methodist University.

College Pennant Ceremony 2025

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
April 30, 2025
To end a marvelous night, students filled the dance floor for one last song.

‘By the Bayou’ Prom is a wrap

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
April 28, 2025
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match

Upper School Beach Day 2025

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
April 24, 2025
Seniors and Freshman in an intense tug-of-war match

[Photo] Saint Stephen’s Beach Day Video 2025

Luke Ribeiro-de Sá, Videographer
April 18, 2025
Seniors walk around the field as they high-five their fellow peers.

Senior Walk 2025

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
April 16, 2025
Seniors Annesley Flint, Ava Foy, and Haley Rosa celebrate Senior Night at halftime with their parents.

Girls lacrosse faces off against BCS on Senior Night

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
March 26, 2025
The five state championship qualifiers, Priscilla Webley, Annesley Flint, Makaila Hertzler, Emily Dowd, and Brooke Cosentino take a group photo after the gauntlet.

Girls weightlifting heads to States

Lucy Preston, Photographer
February 14, 2025
During Moving Up Day, the 8th graders traveled to electives, to learn the various specialty classes the upper school has to offer

[Photo] 8th graders arrive in US for ‘Moving Up Day’

Sophia Azzopardi and Kavi Riedi
January 24, 2025
Teammates look on as Betsy Neal completes a snatch.

Girls weightlifting hosts Senior Night at the Falcon Fieldhouse

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
January 13, 2025
The seniors took the win, construction a quality and detailed house.

Gingerbread House Contest delights US and MS onlookers

Lucy Preston, Staff photographer
December 18, 2024
The freshmen put together a solid gingerbread house, securing them 3rd place.

The freshmen work together to build their first gingerbread house, an annual tradition in the US.

A long-shot of the competition tables and onlookers. The event took place in the US Commons with at least 300 students in attendance.

The 8th grade was invited to the competition for the first time, a fun addition to the event.

Competitors used the same ingredients and have 10-minutes to build the most creative, well-designed structure they can.

The 7th graders debut their gingerbread house-making skills, the first year ever for MS competitors in the annual contest.

The sophomores scramble to put together the perfect gingerbread house.

The class of 2025 pushes through to debut their last gingerbread house as Saint Stephen's students.

The juniors finish a detailed house that earned second place.

Grandparents and their grandchild flash a smile for a fun Grandparent's Day picture.

Photo Gallery: Grandparents’ Day 2024-2025

Lucy Preston, Staff Photographer
December 4, 2024
Lower School Falcons perform a fun dance as their grandparents watch from the stands.

Students and their grandparents flood the gymnasium stands to watch a special show.

A lower schooler walks hand-in-hand with his grandparents as he escorts them to the gym.

The Intermediate School Strings put on a musical performance for their grandparents.

The fledgelings get ready to perform fun nursery rhymes for their grandparents.

Fledgling Falcons have a blast when acting out the nursery rhyme Hickory Dickory Dock.

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