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Just in time for the Holiday break, TEDx releases inspirational and thought-provoking talks from St. Stephen’s students, alumni community activists, scientists, and experts.

New drone video captures an exciting bird’s eye view of the construction site where the Olympic-length Myrtha Pool will soon be pieced together.

A group of 18 Employees and students who attended NAIS People of Color Conference and Student Diversity Leadership Conference return empowered and ready to share what they learned.

December is an exciting and busy month at St. Stephen’s! We’ve put all of the events in one place for you to add to your calendar. We look forward to celebrating with you this holiday season.

A hands-on field trip to Hope Full Farm in Dripping Springs taught students sustainable farming practices, water conservation and real-life organic farming.

In this esteemed role, Ella Kim ’25 will serve as a representative for youth voices in Austin, participating in public readings and programs.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Coach David Paschall, who served the St. Stephen's community for more than three decades, passed away on November 18, 2024.

An anonymous alumni donor has stepped forward with a $5 million lead gift to jumpstart the design and planning phases for a new state-of-the-art Science Center. They’re challenging others to match it before the last day of 2024.

The St. Stephen’s College Counseling Office is celebrating special traditions with seniors as they journey through the college application process.

The Institute for Social and Emotional Learning presents to educators from across the country.

Director of College Counseling Claire Fenton '93 explains why October is her favorite month, and how the College Counseling team supports and cheers on St. Stephen's seniors through the busy college application season.

From a high school playwriting competition at Princeton University to the National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards—the impressive work of St. Stephen’s students is rising to the top.

A new, fall field trip exposes Middle Schoolers to Texas history and lays the groundwork for the annual 7th grade retreat to South Texas.

A group of Upper School students joined the celebration of big, bold ideas about politics and public policy.

One of Danielle Horton’s physics and engineering spaghetti bridges lab received national attention recently at the American Association of Physics Teachers conference in Boston.

St. Stephen's Director of College Counseling Alex Taylor shares practical tips for students when it comes to applying to colleges and universities.

Student selected theme and decorations help Spartans feel at home.

During a polarizing time in the country and world, Head of School Chris Gunnin delivered a timely chapel message to Middle and Upper School students, describing the community St. Stephen’s strives to create.

The annual competition included the Olympic events, Dizzy Izzy Race, Water Balloon Slingshot Catch, the sack race and so much more.

Athletic competition is heating up on the football field, volleyball court, cross-country course and hockey pitch. Weeks before the first day of classes, dedicated Spartans clocked hours of grueling workouts, sharpening their skills, competing in scrimmages and team bonding.

Teamwork between Sage Dining Services, the Green Goblins environmental club and the outdoor education director have led to a sustainability milestone.

The 2024-25 school year is off to a fantastic start as more than 700 boarding and day students from across Central Texas and the globe settle into their routines.

St. Stephen’s begins the new 2024-25 academic year welcoming new coaching staff members and commending others on their new positions within the athletic program.

Upper School engineering students were tasked with building and racing rowboats using only PVC pipes, joints and tarps.

Upper School English instructor Aaron Snyder will assume the role of Head of Upper School in August, as Kim Garey transitions to a new leadership role.

Senior Offerings participation in chapel has doubled since last year where students have spoken honestly and shown vulnerability as a way to give back to the St. Stephen’s community.

Four sprinters on the Spartan Girls’ Track and Field team heading into the SPC Championships are hoping to break the school’s 4x100-meter relay record (again!).

More than 350 Spartan alumni from the classes of 1952 to 2020–and their families–took over The Hill for an unforgettable Reunion Weekend 2024.

Spartans got their hands dirty as part of an extremely active and engaging Earth Day 2024. A range of hands-on indoor and outdoor eco-friendly activities across campus encouraged them to be more environmentally thoughtful.

Brave women are inspiring other women and girls to do what it takes to help others live a more equitable life.

Give me a beat – as internationally admired Jazz Bassist Alex Claffy and Texas jazz drummer Daniel Dufour shared their skills and musical knowledge with St. Stephen’s Upper and Middle School jazz band classes.

Students, parents, staff and faculty gathered on The Hill to celebrate the traditional Hindu Spring harvest welcome.

Batiste’s presentation honored Women’s History Month and beloved former Director of Equity and Inclusion Yvonne Adams who passed away last fall.

The month of March is a great time to celebrate Youth Art Month, and a St. Stephen’s artist whose work is on display for thousands to see during Spring Break.

Eight Upper School students participating in the 20th annual writing contest sponsored by the Chinese Language Association of Secondary Schools (CLASS) brought home gold, silver and honorable mention awards.

Interim Director of Equity and Inclusion Marsha Elliott and Head of Upper School Kim Garey have both been promoted to senior level administrative positions.

Our winter sports teams competed valiantly as they closed out their seasons with pride for their hard work and dedication – and brought some hardware back to campus!

The St. Stephen’s Boys Swimming and Diving team broke two records at the Houston meet –one record previously held by a Spartan alum.

St. Stephen's has set a record signing 14 Spartans – the most college-bound athletes in St. Stephen's history in one school year.

St. Stephen’s musicians earn top recognition at the Texas Private School Music Educators Association’s All-State Orchestra, Band and Jazz clinic and concert.

Students perform at the Texas Private School Music Education Association’s All-Region Choir Clinic and Concert.

SSES just released its first digital interactive wayfinding trail map, available to all Spartans via MySSES.

Family, alumni and colleagues helped recognize Allison Center, Robert Whyburn and Jim Woodruff who have each served this community for more than 20 years.