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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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Mr. Whelan heads into the wild.

Canoes, wilted lettuce, handwritten letters… What teachers are doing during quarantine

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
May 15, 2020
Mills in his workshop, where during a 24-hour period, he can produce about 30 masks.

Senior produces, distributes over 200 face shields in fight against COVID

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
April 10, 2020
Advice from seniors

Advice from seniors

Aiden Kovich and Jacob Whorf
March 4, 2020
Falcon logo

Never miss a game!

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
February 24, 2020
Athlete of the Week: Sarah Stevens

Athlete of the Week: Sarah Stevens

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
February 3, 2020
Winter sports preview through the eyes of team leaders

Winter sports preview through the eyes of team leaders

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
Girls varsity soccer

Girls varsity soccer

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
Boys varsity soccer

Boys varsity soccer

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
Here's how our Falcons did at states this fall

Here’s how our Falcons did at states this fall

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
Senior Alyssa Nucci and Sophomore Ansley Morris taco their tongues.

Top hidden talents on campus

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
October 22, 2019
Original artwork created by The Gauntlet staff writer Evanthia Stirou.

Best nicknames on campus (and where they came from)

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
October 14, 2019
Saint Stephen's very own Study Pod can be found in the US Library

The end of an era: Coach Jones takes leave from coaching

The end of an era: Coach Jones takes leave from coaching

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
May 14, 2018
Too early to play the stock market? Many Falcons are already doing it

Too early to play the stock market? Many Falcons are already doing it

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
May 1, 2018
Under the sea: Marine Science program takes SSES to next level

Under the sea: Marine Science program takes SSES to next level

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
April 13, 2018
Policy on students going to cars during school day creates buzz

Policy on students going to cars during school day creates buzz

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
March 2, 2018
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Sport Spotlight: Varsity boys basketball soars

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
February 14, 2018
Lunch is served: New food comes to Saint Stephen's

Lunch is served: New food comes to Saint Stephen’s

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
January 30, 2018
5 things you need to know about Saturday's Winter (In)formal

5 things you need to know about Saturday’s Winter (In)formal

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
January 22, 2018
StuCo announces Winter Informal logistics at assembly

Coming this January: New school lunch and Winter (In)formal. Here are the logistics.

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
January 11, 2018
What gifts are you getting this year?

Going shopping? Best Christmas presents of 2017

Ryan Thompson and Jacob Whorf
December 8, 2017
Metz Culinary's veggie sandwich epitomizes the quality and care of the food that is coming to SSES January 20th

Breaking News: Campus lunch is about to change for the better; new vendor to be “tested” out in January

Nicholas Mattheys and Jacob Whorf
December 4, 2017
Discovering Bradenton Part One: Feeling Active

Discovering Bradenton Part One: Feeling Active

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
November 7, 2017
Possible location?

Winter (In)formal is coming; exclusive update on the winter dance

Samson Yang and Jacob Whorf
October 20, 2017
Thursday's brown bag lunch: Brooke Kernan's story.

Thursday’s brown bag lunch: Brooke Kernan’s story.

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
October 17, 2017
Samsung's Note 8 on the left, Apple's iPhone X on the right.

Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Note 8: Battle for best phone of 2017

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
October 5, 2017
Hot lunch "not-so-hot." Here's why...

Hot lunch “not-so-hot.” Here’s why…

Jacob Whorf, Staff Writer
September 19, 2017
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