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Global Education Coordinator Mrs. Jennifer Hambrick announces this year's Sister School Exchange Programs at an Upper School assembly.
Sister School visits unveiled, applications now available
November 12, 2024
StuCo announced that Homecoming Spirit Week has been postponed at a school assembly on Monday
Spirit Week postponed due to Hurricane Milton
October 23, 2024
Juniors Nadia Grubbs and George Frano spending time with their Falcon Friends.
First Falcon Friend event brings community together
October 4, 2024
The long-awaited Dr. Janet S. Pullen S.T.E.A.M. Center, located on 41st Street by the Campus Center, is currently under construction but is expected to be a part of campus life next school year.
S.T.E.A.M Center set to open in July 2025
September 25, 2024
This summer, hospitals reported an almost 25% increase in emergency cases relating to the coronavirus. As a tourist destination, Florida is vulnerable to waves of the disease. Art by Al Lombardi
Resurgence of Covid impacts academics, athletics
September 24, 2024
Matthew Christian prepares for take off at SRQ International Airport, where he is close to obtaining his private piloting license.
Junior Matthew Christian is ready to take flight
November 7, 2024
The Harkness Discussion method utilizes a roundtable, around which students must lead discussions while the teacher observes. Art by Al Lombardi
Harkness Discussions are what English class is all about
November 1, 2024
This house was completely destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
Unbroken by Milton
October 25, 2024
Coach Cole Hudson soars into his new position as AD
Coach Cole Hudson soars into his new position as AD
October 17, 2024
Ms. Gillard (pictured second from the right) at a friend's 8th-grade graduation in Austin, Texas.
10 Questions in 10 Minutes with Gabrielle Gillard
August 23, 2024
The album cover for Will Wood's "The Normal Album"
A Musical Enigma: A Look Into Will Wood’s Dynamic Career
November 15, 2024
Girls as young as 11 are buying retinols and other skincare products that do more harm than help to their face.
The real issue with the Sephora Kid skincare craze
November 4, 2024
Notifications from Snapchat, Instagram, and Messages pelt students during classes, resulting in distraction. Art by Al Lombardi
Reading this title will likely be interrupted by a Snapchat notification
October 25, 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
Senior Jack Horne signs in late. This year, three tardies result in a 30-minute, after-school detention.
The new Tardy Policy was needed, but it goes too far
October 4, 2024
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
Austin is leading his team to victory.
Junior Austin Carr travels to the State Championships Saturday
November 15, 2024
A shot of the junior boy's volleyball team playing in a match at lunch.
Volleyball team launches school-wide tournament as fundraiser for prom
October 23, 2024
The seniors will look to celebrate their years of commitment this Friday for Senior Night.
Pack the MAC for Senior Night this Friday
October 3, 2024
The Boys Cross Country Team flicking up after a great win.
On your mark, Get set, Go
September 27, 2024
There are some big match-ups in college football, especially a duel between second-ranked Georgia and fourth-ranked Alabama. Art by Al Lombardi
Bo’s Picks: The best college football games to watch in Week 5
September 25, 2024
The key to keeping our teachers in the classroom is building a strong community and fair compensation
The key to retaining teachers: a stronger community
November 21, 2024
Seniors Jackie Rappold, Victoria Neiva, and Jeremy Stroh celebrate a big finish.
2024 Homecoming Dance-Off Video
November 6, 2024
Upper School Director Mrs. Conn reviews the Future White Coats club poster
The Club Fair Offers Avenues for Students to Explore Their Passions
October 21, 2024
Streets are flooded and many signs are knocked down on AMI.
Hurricane Milton impacts AMI with 1-2 punch
October 18, 2024
Pictured is the Rod and Reel Pier, which was severely impacted by the storm
The Anna Maria Island community comes together after Hurricane Helene
October 16, 2024
The key to keeping our teachers in the classroom is building a strong community and fair compensation
The key to retaining teachers: a stronger community
November 21, 2024
Seniors Jackie Rappold, Victoria Neiva, and Jeremy Stroh celebrate a big finish.
2024 Homecoming Dance-Off Video
November 6, 2024
Upper School Director Mrs. Conn reviews the Future White Coats club poster
The Club Fair Offers Avenues for Students to Explore Their Passions
October 21, 2024
Pictured is the Rod and Reel Pier, which was severely impacted by the storm
The Anna Maria Island community comes together after Hurricane Helene
October 16, 2024
The first Falcon Friend Event of the year saw students brainstorming potential future FF events.
Falcon Friends: Past, Present, and Future
October 3, 2024
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
Click the image for the episode! We cover everything from college applications, to what seniors wish they knew before applying.
The College Pod E1
April 29, 2024
Mr. Cotton alongside colleague and spouse Mrs. Cotton
Conversations with Ricardo
November 29, 2023
Conversations with Ricardo
Conversations with Ricardo
November 3, 2023
The senior class debuts their creative float to the audience
Pep Rally Photo Gallery
November 8, 2024
Seniors end their dance off with a confetti canon.
Photo Gallery: Dance Off 2024-2025
November 6, 2024
Streets are flooded and many signs are knocked down on AMI.
Hurricane Milton impacts AMI with 1-2 punch
October 18, 2024
Three friends grin big while celebrating the blessing of their stuffed animals and dog.
Photo Gallery: Blessing of the Animals
October 17, 2024
Mrs. Conn checked out the Future White Coats Club, started by Christina Collazo '25.
Photo Gallery: 2024-2025 Annual Club Fair
September 5, 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
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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Caroline Gans

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief

Caroline is a Senior at Saint Stephen’s and is returning for her third year on The Gauntlet. This year, she is taking on the position of Editor in Chief. When she isn’t at school, Caroline can be found eating apples and listening to her dad’s playlist with Associate Editor Sanna Lexhed. She is also a bit of a 2048 aficionado, and can often be found honing her skills.

All content by Caroline Gans
Heartbreak in high school can be tougher than you think.

Heartbreak in high school

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
March 22, 2022
TikTok can lead to its users finding themselves in a negative loop of comparison with others.

TikTok promotes self loathing

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
February 25, 2022
The age old question: What college is right for me?

Pick your college for you

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
January 31, 2022
One day you're in pre-school and the next you're graduating. Where does the time go, and how do we cope with its passage?

How to grow up

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
November 16, 2021
Censorship is an issue often associated with distant lands, but what happens when it makes its way to the home of the free?

Can we censor our own history?

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
October 26, 2021
Burn out can feel like an all-consuming ailment. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester.

Don’t get burnt out

Caroline Gans, Editor in Chief
October 5, 2021
As the artist of this piece, Evanthia Stirou, puts it: your life is not a to-do list.

Living life as a means to an end

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
April 29, 2021
Aside from individual changes, this pandemic changed the world. In all likelihood, it will continue to do so. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Large-scale changes

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
April 9, 2021
What changes did individuals undergo during quarantine? Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Self-reflection and growth

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
April 9, 2021
What can the century Spanish Flu pandemic tell us about a more modern one? Original art by Sarabeth Wester

Life in pandemics throughout the ages

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
April 9, 2021
Life in quarantine was hard, but there's finally some light at the end of the tunnel. Original artwork by Sarabeth Wester

Looking back on the year that changed everything

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
April 9, 2021
Recently, we've seen a resurgence of communal action. How much father will it take us?

Wallstreetbets and resurgence of communal action

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
February 22, 2021
Perfection is stagnation: true or false? Let's talk about it.

The problem with perfectionism

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
January 19, 2021
The 2020-2021 Gauntlet staff, as depicted by Sarabeth Wester.

The best of the Gauntlet in the 2020 school year

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
January 7, 2021
Even though Christmas is the majority of Americans' favorite holiday, it might not actually be all it's cracked up to be.

Is Christmas overrated?

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
December 8, 2020
Despite the popular opinion, what if 2020 was really a blessing in disguise?

2020 was a blessing, not a curse

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
November 16, 2020
Is it okay to start slacking on Coronavirus related precautions seven moths after the onset of the disease? Photo by Caroline Gans and original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Stop the normalization of Covid-19

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
October 30, 2020
TikTok has become a platform where political content thrives. Is that really what needs to be happening, though? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

How TikTok is changing American politics

Caroline Gans, Associate Editor
October 2, 2020
When it comes to activism, how much is too much? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Is Instagram activism powerful, or powerless?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
August 31, 2020
How will this global epidemic affect the Suncoast? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

What does it mean for our area?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
August 27, 2020
Unpacking the issue. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

What is Climate Change anyway?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
August 27, 2020
It's a debate we've all heard of and probably all weighed in on: is Climate Change fact or fiction? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

The Controversy: How can I be sure it’s real?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
August 27, 2020
What better time than the present to start working on savoring these last few years at home? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

The unexpected opportunity of being quarantined

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
April 30, 2020
Should the gun violence crisis weigh as much on the scale of social action as the Coronavirus?

We should react this way to other contemporary issues

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
March 30, 2020
The debate over whether a student should take an AP class or not is one that plagues many high school students. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

To AP or not to AP? That is the question

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
March 3, 2020

Interview with the Japanese students

Sophia Berry and Caroline Gans
February 10, 2020
What exactly is fast fashion, and what's the big deal about it? Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

Your H&M outfit has some unintended consequences

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
Addressing the age-old question: is being an only child all that it's cracked up to be? Original art by Evanthia Stirou

Only child or lonely child?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
With the reality as daunting as it is, everyone needs to do their part to save the Earth. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou.

How can I take action?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
November 5, 2019
“The nation that destroys its soil destroys itself.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt. Original artwork by Evanthia Stirou

Is Climate Change really upon us?

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
November 5, 2019
Senior JJ Smith out sailing the deep blue sea. She also heads the Sailing Club here at Saint Stephen's.

Falcon Spotlight: JJ Smith

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
September 20, 2019
Sophomore Paul Williams enjoys a good book.

Summer reading choice book discussions this Thursday

Caroline Gans, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Senior JJ Smith out sailing the deep blue sea. She also heads the Sailing Club here at Saint Stephen's.

[Photo] Club Fair comes to US Commons tomorrow

Allie Serterides, Staff Writer
August 27, 2019
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