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Mr. Angelo teaches science in the middle school. Photo courtesy of Saint Stephen's Facebook.
Mr. Angelo wins Congressional Education Award
April 16, 2025
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Seniors walk around the field as they high-five their fellow peers.
Senior Walk 2025
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
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
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Falcon Baseball soars past competition

Falcon Baseball soars past competition

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
April 27, 2018
Full Video: Falcon Youtuber creates Beach Day video that captures the day

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

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
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.

Full (hilarious) video: highlights from powder-puff football extravaganza

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
Falcons in Nicaragua: Student documentary brings Nicaragua IQ trip to life

Falcons in Nicaragua: Student documentary brings Nicaragua IQ trip to life

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
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

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
December 1, 2017
Photo of the Day: Grandparents Day Celebration

Photo of the Day: Grandparents Day Celebration

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
November 17, 2017
Photo of the Day: Football Gauntlet

Photo of the Day: Football Gauntlet

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
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

Max Manning and Fisher Lindsey
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

Max Manning and Jake Ross
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

Max Manning, Co-Editor in Chief
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

Max Manning, Executive Sports and Culture Editor
December 9, 2015
The lowdown on Fantasy Football 2015-16

The lowdown on Fantasy Football 2015-16

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September 18, 2015
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