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Check out our ONLINE SCHOOL STORE for all your St. Stephen’s gear, including hats, t-shirts, mugs, hoodies, and more! Show your school spirit and stock up on your favorite items today. Don’t see something you’d like in the store? Email your suggestions to [email protected]!
Upcoming Events
Sunday, September 8th from 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Join us for a day of fun and community at this year’s Block Party, taking place in Pecore Hall, the breezeway, and the playground. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones, all while your children enjoy exciting games, face painting, and the playground. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate!
Invite a Friend to Explore St. Stephen’s!
We encourage our current families to invite friends to experience St. Stephen’s firsthand by attending one of our upcoming campus tours! It’s a great opportunity for prospective families to learn about our school, explore our classrooms, and discover what makes our community special.
- Orientation/Primary Tour: September 10th
- Elementary/Middle Years Tour: September 24th
If you know someone who is interested in learning more about St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, please share this link to sign up for a tour: https://ssesh-tx.client.renweb.com/oa/inquiry.cfm?memberid=16103.
We look forward to welcoming new families to our campus!
Thursday, September 12th from 5:00-6:30 pm
Join us for the first Parent Education Night of the year, where our Classroom Teachers, Art Teacher, and Da Vinci Lab Teacher will showcase how STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) is integrated into your child’s education. Discover the innovative ways these subjects come together to inspire creativity and critical thinking in our students. Childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] today!
Saturday, September 21st from 8:30-11:30 am
Embark on a hands-on journey of discovery as we delve into the Montessori program at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School. From Orientation to Middle Years, step into each classroom as an incoming student and gain a profound understanding of our unique approach to learning. You’ll begin by observing the carefully curated environments, taking in the array of materials available at each level. Then, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with these materials, exploring how they contribute to the holistic educational experience we offer. After completing your journey, we’ll gather to debrief, share reflections, and discuss insights.
Childcare will be provided for currently enrolled St. Stephen’s students, so you can fully immerse yourself in this enlightening experience. To ensure childcare, please RSVP to [email protected] by September 13th.
Carpool Safety Reminders
We want to remind all families of the importance of following our carpool procedures to ensure the safety of our students and keep the carpool line running smoothly.
- Morning Drop-off: Please remain in your car for the entire drop-off process, and make sure your child is ready to exit the vehicle quickly upon arrival. This helps us keep the line moving efficiently for everyone.
- Afternoon Pick-up: In the afternoons, it’s important to stay in your vehicle until your child is brought to you. If you prefer to walk up to retrieve your child, you are welcome to park in either of our parking lots and walk to meet them. This option helps prevent congestion in the pick-up line.
- Montessori Houses Drop-offs: For those dropping off at the Montessori Houses, please ensure that you are not blocking the parking lot exit. Additionally, do not stop in the middle of the line to drop off your child. Instead, proceed all the way to the end of the carpool line, where teachers will be ready to meet your child.
By following these procedures, you are helping to keep our students safe and allowing carpool to run smoothly for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation and for making safety a priority!
6th Graders Leading the Way in Lunchtime Leadership
Our 6th graders are taking on an exciting leadership role during lunchtime by participating in a new Upper Elementary tradition! Once a month, they plan, prep, cook, and serve a special meal to share with their Upper Elementary peers. This hands-on experience allows them to develop important life skills in the kitchen while also fostering teamwork and collaboration.
During these shared meals, students come together to enjoy food and conversation, helping to strengthen friendships within the Upper Elementary community. To encourage meaningful dialogue, conversation starters are provided at each table, sparking fun and thoughtful exchanges among the students.
This new tradition not only helps our 6th graders develop leadership and practical skills but also creates a deeper sense of connection and community. We’re excited to see how this initiative will continue to grow and evolve in the months ahead, further enriching the Upper Elementary experience for all.
Bulldog 360 Begins!
Our Afterschool Enrichment Program
Our Bulldog 360 enrichment classes kick off over the next two weeks! Monday and Friday classes will begin the week of September 9th (to accommodate Fall Break), while Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday classes will start the week of September 16th. For full details on class schedules and offerings, check out SeeSaw. We can’t wait to see our Bulldogs explore, learn, and have fun!
2024-25 Academic Year
Key Dates
August 2024
- 8/29 – New Family Welcome Event (Parents-only event)
- 8/30 – HOS Coffee for Elementary and Middle Years
September 2024
- 9/02 – No School; Labor Day
- 9/03 to 09/30 – Individual Family Meetings with HOS
- 9/05 – PTO Meeting (8:20-9:20 in CoHo)
- 9/08 – Block Party in the parking lot at 1805 W Alabama
- 9/09 – Faculty Meeting; No Aftercare
- 9/09 – Bulldog 360 Classes Begin
- 9/10 – Prospective Families Campus Tour
- 9/12 – STEAM Parent Education
- 9/18 – All-School Chapel and Peace Day Celebration
- 9/21 – Montessori Exploration
- 9/24 – Prospective Families Campus Tour
October 2024
- 10/3 – PTO Meeting
- 10/11 – 10/14 – No School; Fall Break
November 2024
- 11/7 – PTO Meeting
- 11/8 – No School; All School Conferences
- 11/22 – Grandparents and Special Friends Day; Early Dismissal; No Extended Care
- 11/25 – 11/29 – Thanksgiving Break
December 2024
- 12/20 – All-School Chapel; Early Dismissal; No Extended Care
- 12/23 – 1/3 – Winter Break
January 2025
- 12/23 – 1/3 – Winter Break
- 1/6 – No School; Teacher In-Service
- 1/20 – No School; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
February 2025
- 2/21 – No School; All School Conferences
March 2025
- 3/10 – 3/14 – Spring Break
April 2025
- 4/18 – 4/21 – No School; Good Friday and Easter Monday
May 2025
- 5/23 – Last Day of School; Early Dismissal; No Extended Care
- 5/26 – Memorial Day
- 5/27 – 5/30 – Teacher In-Service and Conferences; Summer Camp Prep
Bulldog Compliments
At St. Stephen’s, we have an easy way for anyone in the St. Stephen’s community to show their appreciation for a faculty, staff, or leadership team member. We call it sending a “Bulldog Compliment.”
Here is how it works. Click the Send A Bulldog Compliment image and follow the prompts. It only takes a few clicks, and you are done.
All compliments are anonymous and will be sent to the person (or persons) you choose to recognize. There is no limit to how many you can send, so be as generous as you wish!