Weather Update for Monday
Dear SSESH Families,
As we head into the weekend, please know that we are closely monitoring the forecast as Houston anticipates colder temperatures and the potential for snow and ice.
If weather conditions impact school operations, you can expect to hear from us by 8:00 PM on Sunday (1/25) via email.
In the meantime, please stay safe and warm.
Lost & Found
A huge thank you to Ms. Emma for taking a special interest in our Lost & Found and creating a beautiful, easy-to-access solution for our community!
Our Lost & Found is now located near the front desk—Ms. Whitney is always happy to show you where it is. During these chilly mornings and warm afternoons, we’re seeing an influx of forgotten jackets, sweatshirts, and water bottles.
Two easy ways you can help:
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Stop by the Lost & Found to see if you recognize anything
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Write your child’s first name inside jackets and on water bottles so items can quickly find their way home
Thank you for helping us keep track of our things!
February Monty Meals
Monty Meals for February are open!
The ordering window will remain open until Tuesday, February 3, at 10:00 AM. Families are welcome to order all the way through May if you’d like—but no pressure! We’ll reopen sign-ups before each month as well.
Monty Meals are a great way to give yourself a break from packing lunches while knowing your child will enjoy a fun, school-day treat they’re excited about. One less thing on your to-do list and a happy kid at lunchtime = a win-win!
SSESH Summer Camp Registration
SSESH Summer Camp registration is now open for Orientation, Primary, and Elementary students! Each camp offers a joyful, engaging experience designed for your child’s age and stage—combining meaningful academics, creative exploration, outdoor play, and plenty of summer fun. Spots are limited and fill quickly, so don’t wait!
Learn more & register:
www.ssesh.org/summercamp
Welcome to the Volunteer Corner! This is your go-to spot for ways to get involved and support our teachers, staff, students, and school community as a whole. Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and care—your involvement makes a meaningful difference at SSESH!
Help Us Plan the 2026 Gala!
We’re kicking off planning for our 2026 Gala: A Saturday Night at Studio 54—and we’d love your help! There’s something for everyone, whether you enjoy decorating, gathering gala items, helping spread the word, or jumping in wherever needed. No experience required—just enthusiasm and a love for our community.
Volunteer with Monty Meals!
Join us in supporting our students through Monty Meals by helping sort, pack, and label lunches on Fridays from 10:45–11:45 AM. It’s a simple, meaningful way to lend a hand and make a big difference in our students’ day. Click Here to Volunteer!
Front Desk Volunteers Needed
We’re looking for parent volunteers to cover the front desk one day a week, from 12:00–1:00 PM, during Ms. Whitney’s lunch break. It’s a great way to spend time on campus, get to know families and staff, and support our community by answering phone calls and basic questions. Ms. Whitney will provide training, and we’re looking for volunteers who can commit to the same day and time each week. We’re so grateful to the parents who already help with this and would love to welcome a few more!
Da Vinci Lab Volunteers Needed
Lend a hand in the Da Vinci Lab by volunteering alongside Ms. Kim to help organize and sort materials and tools. With so many creative minds buzzing, things can get a little messy—and this support makes a huge difference! It’s a fun, hands-on way to help keep the space ready for imagination and innovation.
Upcoming Events
A Window Into the Next Level
Parents are invited to observe classrooms at the level their child will enter in Fall 2026. These observations offer an opportunity to see the environment, daily routines, and learning in action as students prepare for the next stage of their Montessori journey. Please be on the lookout for an email from the teachers in the next level with an invitation to schedule a classroom observation.
Re-Enrollment | 2026–2027
On January 30, families will receive a re-enrollment email from FACTS Management.
Key Dates:
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Jan 30–Feb 13: Priority re-enrollment with a $300 tuition discount per child
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Feb 14–28: Regular re-enrollment (no discount)
Remaining spots will be offered to new applicants beginning March 1. Due to high demand, we strongly encourage current families to re-enroll during the priority window to secure your child’s spot.
Questions? emoore@ssesh.org
Individual & Class Photos
Class Group & Individual picture day is Tuesday, February 3rd. You may visit the websites below to place your orders. If prompted, type “Stephens”. The website does not allow special characters or abbreviations. The online prepay gallery will expire 1 week after picture day.
Class Groups: http://ph.hhimagehost.com/2026ClassGroupsSaintStephensEpiscopalSchool
Individual Photos: http://ph.hhimagehost.com/2026IndividualsSaintStephensEpiscopalSchool
All School Chapel
Join us for All-School Chapel as we gather for the first time in the new year as a full school community. We look forward to being together again and will also be introducing our February schoolwide service project.
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!