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Upper School Falcons wait in anticipation for the sumo wrestling event to begin, a new event here at Saint Stephen's.
New leadership, new vibes
December 20, 2024
Conn and Moore posing in front of the US front office. The new administrative duo have set new plans in motion that have made a huge impact on the upper school.
Mrs. Conn and Mr. Moore named permanent US Directors
December 2, 2024
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
Mrs. Conn in the Philippines during her summer semester abroad
The journey of Mrs. Anna Conn
December 9, 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
Aura isn't just a meme, it's a way of life, argues Sawyer Girgis. Art by Lyn
How to max out your aura
December 20, 2024
Swipe, buy, regret
Swipe, buy, regret
December 10, 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
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
Clemson goes to Austin, Texas to face the Texas Longhorns
Bo’s Picks: College football playoffs first-round
December 19, 2024
Senior Captain Ava Foy taking off on offense playing against rival team BCS.
Weekly Sports Roundup
December 13, 2024
Winter sports are underway, with boys and girls soccer, girls weightlifting, and boys basketball beginning their seasons.
Fresh new faces and ambitious expectations
December 11, 2024
Barreling down the lane at a recent meet, Cameron Sanders was a key part of the relay that earned 20th in the State tournament.
Varsity Swim caps stellar season with 3 top 20 finishes
December 5, 2024
Austin is leading his team to victory.
Junior Austin Carr travels to the State Championships Saturday
November 15, 2024
The Academic all-stars of the Gold Team gearing up before the Commissioners' Academic Challenge.
Behind the Scenes of the Academic Team
December 20, 2024
The Honor Council at work in the Science Conference Room. The council meets to discuss ethical cases on campus.
The Honor Council is more than just crime and punishment
December 13, 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
The Academic all-stars of the Gold Team gearing up before the Commissioners' Academic Challenge.
Behind the Scenes of the Academic Team
December 20, 2024
The Honor Council at work in the Science Conference Room. The council meets to discuss ethical cases on campus.
The Honor Council is more than just crime and punishment
December 13, 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
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 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
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
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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Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
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Full Video: Falcon Youtuber creates Beach Day video that captures the day

Full Video: Falcon Youtuber creates Beach Day video that captures the day

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April 18, 2018
Shark Tank comes to SSES? Econ students pitch companies to local business owners

Shark Tank comes to SSES? Econ students pitch companies to local business owners

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
April 16, 2018
Junior boys Cheer Team practices their routines during the pre-game warm-up.

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Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
April 3, 2018
Photo of the Day: Upper School prepares for All School Cookout

Photo of the Day: Upper School prepares for All School Cookout

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
March 23, 2018
March Madness is back! The Gauntlet Staff makes their picks

March Madness is back! The Gauntlet Staff makes their picks

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
March 14, 2018
A week without cell phones: a recap of Saint Stephen's "social experiment"

A week without cell phones: a recap of Saint Stephen’s “social experiment”

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
February 7, 2018
How well do you really know Saint Stephen's? Take this quiz to find out...

How well do you really know Saint Stephen’s? Take this quiz to find out…

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
February 7, 2018
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Falcons in Nicaragua: Student documentary brings Nicaragua IQ trip to life

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February 1, 2018
Girls Soccer takes on Booker High School for senior night

Girls Soccer takes on Booker High School for senior night

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
January 17, 2018
Top 5 pic(k)s to win StuCo Door Decoration Competition

Top 5 pic(k)s to win StuCo Door Decoration Competition

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
December 7, 2017
Photo of the Day: Christmas-themed Falcon Friends

Photo of the Day: Christmas-themed Falcon Friends

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December 1, 2017
Photo of the Day: Grandparents Day Celebration

Photo of the Day: Grandparents Day Celebration

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November 17, 2017
Photo of the Day: Football Gauntlet

Photo of the Day: Football Gauntlet

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November 16, 2017
Senior Speech Series: Grace Knoop

Senior Speech Series: Grace Knoop

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 15, 2017
Fruit Flies: the music video

Fruit Flies: the music video

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 13, 2017
Senior Speech Series: Trevor Mulqueen and Sydney Ashley

Senior Speech Series: Trevor Mulqueen and Sydney Ashley

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 10, 2017
Which Saint Stephen's teacher are you most like?

Which Saint Stephen’s teacher are you most like?

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 10, 2017
Gallery of the Day: Wendy Mills, best-selling author, speaks at Assembly

Gallery of the Day: Wendy Mills, best-selling author, speaks at Assembly

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 9, 2017
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Gallery of the Day: StuCo Pie Day

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November 3, 2017
The last minute guide to a solid Halloween costume

The last minute guide to a solid Halloween costume

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
October 31, 2017
Homecoming Week Recap: Friday

Homecoming Week Recap: Friday

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
October 7, 2017
Homecoming Week Recap: Thursday

Homecoming Week Recap: Thursday

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
October 6, 2017
Photo of the Day: Student Faculty Basketball Game

Photo of the Day: Student Faculty Basketball Game

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
October 5, 2017
Homecoming Week Recap: Wednesday

Homecoming Week Recap: Wednesday

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
October 5, 2017
2017 Homecoming Dance-Off: Full Video

2017 Homecoming Dance-Off: Full Video

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October 4, 2017
Homecoming Week Recap: Tuesday

Homecoming Week Recap: Tuesday

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October 4, 2017
Homecoming Week Recap: Monday

Homecoming Week Recap: Monday

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October 3, 2017
Global Initiative chapel highlights SSES trips

Global Initiative chapel highlights SSES trips

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
September 22, 2017
Hurricane Irma took down a tree near the intermediate school.

[Photo] Irma hits home. All you need to know about the super-storm

Ryan Thompson, News Beat Wirter
September 19, 2017
Your Fantasy Football guide to the 2017-'18 season

Your Fantasy Football guide to the 2017-’18 season

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
September 13, 2017
Monumental first-ever wrestling match at Hoagland Arena is a slam

Monumental first-ever wrestling match at Hoagland Arena is a slam

Max Manning, Executive Sports Editor
February 9, 2016
Beme: the next generation of social media

Beme: the next generation of social media

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December 9, 2015
The lowdown on Fantasy Football 2015-16

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