Pizza Friday’s with Monty Meals
Skip the Friday lunch prep—Monty’s got you covered! 🍕
Sign up for Friday Monty Meals, a fun lunch that kids love and parents will appreciate. Even better, proceeds go right back to our playground and outdoors fund!
Here’s how it works:
When: Fridays, September 12, 19, and 26
Where: Delivered right to your child’s classroom at lunchtime
Menu: Pizza (cheese or pepperoni), mandarin orange, and a GoGurt
Cost: $7 for one slice of pizza (add $1 per extra slice, limit two extras)
Sign-Up & Pay: Pay here
Why Monty Meals?
✔ One less lunch to pack each week
✔ Kids get a Friday treat they look forward to
✔Every meal helps us reach our goal of improving the playground and outdoor spaces
✔ If there’s enough interest, we can extend Monty Meals through the entire year!
Upcoming Events
Church & School Block Party – Sunday, September 7 from 11:00 – 1:00
Mark your calendars for our annual Block Party in the Sul Ross parking lot! Join us on Sunday, September 7, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM for an afternoon of food, fun, and community. There will be food trucks, games, music, and free snow cones for those who register.
Invite your friends and neighbors—everyone is welcome!
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/252226012275043
Invite a Friend to Our First Orientation & Primary School Tour!
Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make. You’ve already chosen St. Stephen’s for your child, and you know the difference a nurturing, joyful, and inspiring environment can make. Do you have a friend, neighbor, or family member who is still searching for that kind of place? Invite them to experience our community at our first Orientation & Primary School Tour on Tuesday, September 9.
They can sign up here: Tour Registration!
All School Chapel: A Celebration of Peace
Join us for our next All School Chapel on Wednesday, September 17th at 8:30 am as we celebrate International Peace Day with a theme of peace and unity. Students have been working on pinwheels that reflect their thoughts and feelings about the world around them. At the conclusion of the service, the pinwheels will be placed in the Church Garden, creating a meaningful display for our community.
Walk in a Student’s Shoes: Montessori at SSESH
Embark on a hands-on journey of discovery as we delve into the Montessori program at SSESH. 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 lnewchurch@ssesh.org by September 12th.
Middle Years Trip: Connection & Community
Our Middle Years students are off to Camp Allen September 22–24! This three-day adventure is designed to strengthen friendships, build leadership skills, and create lasting memories. Students will spend time outdoors exploring nature, participating in team challenges, and learning how to support one another as they grow into confident young leaders. It’s a chance to step away from the classroom, unplug, and experience the joy of discovery together. We can’t wait to see the stories, connections, and confidence they’ll bring back to campus!
Invite a Friend to Our First Elementary & Middle Years Tour!
Choosing the right school for the Elementary and Middle Years sets the stage for a child’s future. At St. Stephen’s, you’ve seen how a supportive, vigorous, and engaging environment helps students build confidence, curiosity, and a true sense of belonging. Do you have a friend, neighbor, or family member still searching for that kind of school for their child? Invite them to join us for our Elementary & Middle Years School Tour on Tuesday, September 23.
They can sign up here: Tour Registration!
Orientation Parent Education Morning
Orientation parents, join us from 8:30–9:30 am in Pecore Hall to learn more about the curriculum and philosophy of our Orientation program at SSESH. You’ll hear directly from our lead Orientation teachers and our Principal, Ms. Nahla, as they share insights into the learning journey your child is beginning.
This session will give you a clear picture of how our youngest learners explore, grow, and thrive in a Montessori environment. We’ll talk about how the program nurtures independence, builds social-emotional skills, and lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
This event is open to the public, so please feel free to invite your friends, neighbors, or family members with young children who may be curious about Montessori education. It’s a wonderful opportunity to see what makes Orientation at St. Stephen’s so special!
Summer Trip for Rising 6th-8th Graders
Last year we launched our first summer trip for our oldest students—and planning is already underway for the next adventure! Students who will be in 6th–8th grade in the 2026–2027 school year are invited to join this unforgettable trip to Yosemite, June 2–6, 2026, led by Ms. Meredith.
📅 Virtual Info Meeting: Wednesday, September 10 at 12:00 PM
A meeting link will be sent to all parents of current 5th–7th graders. Please join us to learn more!
🎹 A Few Spots Still Available for Piano Lessons!
We’re excited to offer private piano lessons with Rachel Morrison beginning this September. Lessons run weekly through mid-December and provide students with a strong musical foundation in piano technique, musicianship, music reading, and diverse repertoire. Open to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, lessons are customized for each child.
Don’t miss out—limited spots remain! Sign-up Here!
Two Easy Ways to Give Back to SSESH
Milk & Honey Fundraising Program
We’re partnering with milk + honey to raise funds for SSESH through their Gift Well, Give Back program!
Now through September, purchase a milk + honey gift card using our school’s custom code STSTEPHENS in the ‘message’ field at gift certificate checkout, and 10% of the total goes directly back to our school.
Gift cards never expire and can be used on any spa, medSPA, or product. It’s an easy, feel-good way to support our community!
Minted Fundraising Program
We’re excited to share that St. Stephen’s is part of Minted’s Fundraising Program! When you shop Minted’s beautiful cards, gifts, and art, you’ll enjoy 20% off your order—and Minted will donate 10% back to our school, all year long.
How to participate:
- Visit Minted.com
- Use promo code FUNDRAISESTEPHENS at checkout
It’s a great way to save on unique, high-quality products while supporting SSESH at the same time!
2025/2026 At-A-Glance Calendar
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!