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Junior Sawyer Girgis on stage as Orpheus
Local production of ‘Hadestown’ features four Falcons
April 15, 2025
A shot of beach day in 2023, featuring the popular Tug-of-War event.
What you need to know about Beach Day this Thursday
April 14, 2025
Exchange students enjoying their time on a hike in the mountains.
Falcons return from Argentina exchange trip.
April 10, 2025
Mr. Cotton working hard in his new classroom in the computer science lab.
Mr. Cotton makes the move to computer science
March 27, 2025
Student Council speeches, voting to take place Thursday
Student Council speeches, voting to take place Thursday
March 26, 2025
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
Why is UF now a ‘new Ivy’? 
April 11, 2025
2025 will be a big year for gaming
2025 will be a big year for gaming
March 18, 2025
Threats to schools are on the rise across the nation, so the question in the coming years will be: what can be done about it? Photo via Creative Commons
The epidemic of threats at American schools
March 13, 2025
Read below to find the top read story of 2024.
Reader’s Picks: Most Viewed Gauntlet Stories of 2024
January 30, 2025
The new spanish teacher Mr. Glassco brings a whole new vibe to the language classrooms.
Ten Questions in Ten Minutes with Mr. Glassco
January 24, 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
Though it may be tempting to joke in times of crisis, it's important to react with collective seriousness to prevent more chaos from spreading.
Editorial: This is not a drill
March 13, 2025
Don’t Crumbl your health
Don’t Crumbl your health
February 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
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
Saint Stephen’s Track and Field team is ready to make their mark. Photo by Mrs. Dillingham.
Track and Field program enters a new era
March 7, 2025
The boys earned a 3-1 victory Tuesday over Admiral Farragut, a win that sends them to the regional semi-finals.
Varsity boys tops Admiral Farragut; advances to regional semis
February 12, 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
Videographer Sawyer Girgis interviews a woman for his MOTS style video.
Man on the Street: Brushes with Fame
March 13, 2025
The Gauntlet video team interviews a pickleball player in Tampa.
Only in Tampa: Tampa Pickleball Crew
March 13, 2025
Bo Knows Podcast: Episode 3
Bo Knows Podcast: Episode 3
January 31, 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
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
The Gauntlet video team interviews a pickleball player in Tampa.
Only in Tampa: Tampa Pickleball Crew
March 13, 2025
Videographer Sawyer Girgis prepares to find out Falcon's favorite dance moves.
What’s your favorite dance move?
January 30, 2025
Senior Betsy Neal taking photos at a girls soccer match.
Capturing Betsy Neal
January 23, 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
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
February 14, 2025
Teammates look on as Betsy Neal completes a snatch.
Girls weightlifting hosts Senior Night at the Falcon Fieldhouse
January 13, 2025
The seniors took the win, construction a quality and detailed house.
Gingerbread House Contest delights US and MS onlookers
December 18, 2024
Grandparents and their grandchild flash a smile for a fun Grandparent's Day picture.
Photo Gallery: Grandparents’ Day 2024-2025
December 4, 2024
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An underwater shot of the Marine students snorkeling.

It’s time for you to take Marine

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
May 18, 2020
Falcon Spotlight: Technology Specialist Ms. Kelly McCormick

Falcon Spotlight: Technology Specialist Ms. Kelly McCormick

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
March 28, 2020
Poster found in the Marine Science building's bathroom.

You’ve been recycling wrong, both at school and at home

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
March 10, 2020
The Red-Shouldered Hawk of the US library

The Red-Shouldered Hawk of the US library

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
March 2, 2020
The manatees of the McLewis Bayou

The manatees of the McLewis Bayou

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
March 2, 2020
A guide to the Saint Stephen's 'campus pets'

A guide to the Saint Stephen’s ‘campus pets’

Kate Folkens
March 2, 2020
The eighth graders participated in the Mario Cart spirit event durning their "moving up day" by cheering on the high schoolers.

Mario Cart Spirit Event photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
The seniors took a first day photo before they went off to clear the trails.

Senior camping trip photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
January 22, 2020
The sophomores leisurely competed, having a relaxed attitude the whole competition.

Christmas spirit competition photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Senior Dylan Davis portrayed Watson, Sherlock Holmes' sidekick.

Sherlock Holmes production photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
December 10, 2019
Quiz: Which Christmas movie are you?

Quiz: Which Christmas movie are you?

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
December 6, 2019
Sophomore Dillon Ogle took his Danish student out on a fishing trip in the gulf.

Danish sister school visit photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
November 19, 2019
Quiz: Can you guess the teacher?

Quiz: Can you guess the teacher?

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
November 14, 2019
The Conn advisory poses for a group picture during photo time. All advisories took photos to commemorate their fourth year together.

Senior breakfast photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
The seniors circle up as the Pathfinders introduce themselves and give a breifing of the day's activities.

Senior retreat photo gallery

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
October 23, 2019
Spirit week day 5 photo gallery: Float and Skit

Spirit week day 5 photo gallery: Float and Skit

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
October 1, 2019
Senior Demi Harms is lifted by senior Trystan Brown during their intimate "Time of my Life" dance.

Homecoming week day 3 photo gallery: Dance-Off

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
September 27, 2019
Senior Gabby Crenetti struggles to balance while being carried across the feild.

Homecoming day 2 photo gallery: Superhero Relay Race

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
September 24, 2019
Homecoming day 1 photogallery: Quidditch Match

Homecoming day 1 photogallery: Quidditch Match

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
September 24, 2019
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."

Cum Laude inductees honored at chapel

Kate Folkens, Staff Writer
September 11, 2019
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