Preorder Your 2025–2026 Yearbook Today
Capture the joy, growth, and unforgettable moments of the 2025–2026 school year with our beautifully designed yearbook, Becoming Us 💜🩵
Students in 4th–8th grade work alongside Ms. Meredith throughout the year to help create the yearbook, making it a true reflection of our school community. From classroom memories to school-wide celebrations, this keepsake brings the year to life.
Preorder your copy today for $40 using the link below—copies are limited!
During the final week of May, students will take part in a special yearbook signing tradition—laughing, reflecting, and celebrating friendships as they fill their pages with notes and memories.
Don’t miss out on this meaningful piece of your child’s school experience.
Questions about the yearbook? Please contact Ms. Meredith at mguerrero@ssesh.org
CoHo Market: Student Creations for a Cause
Support our Middle Years entrepreneurs at the CoHo Market! Students have been hard at work designing and creating original products for the St. Stephen’s community, and their creations will be available for purchase at Baccalaureate Moving Up Chapel, 8th Grade Graduation, and throughout the week of South By St. Stephen’s (SXSS).
All proceeds will benefit Justice for Children, a charity thoughtfully selected by the students. We invite you to stop by, celebrate their creativity and initiative, and support this student-led microeconomy for a meaningful cause.
Magnus Health Update for 2026–2027
Magnus is now open for the 2026–2027 school year. We encourage all families to take a few minutes to complete and update their student’s information before leaving for summer break. Taking care of this now helps ensure a smooth and stress-free start in the fall.
Thank you for staying on top of it.
Questions? Please contact Nurse Christie at cheinroth@ssesh.org
FACTS Family Portal Update
FACTS SIS will begin rolling out multi-factor authentication for Family Portal accounts starting April 22, 2026, to enhance data protection. The next time you log in, you will be prompted to set up an authentication method using either email or an authenticator app.
In addition, your Family Portal login credentials will now be used across all FACTS services, including financial aid applications and applications for additional children.
If you have any questions, please contact IT at helpdesk@ssesh.org.
An Evening of Joy and Generosity
Our Gala was a true reflection of this community—joyful, generous, and full of connection. From the moment guests arrived to the final song on the dance floor, the evening was filled with celebration, laughter, and a shared commitment to something bigger than ourselves.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported the event, donated, volunteered, and helped bring the night to life. Because of you, we are thrilled to share that the Gala raised nearly $150,000, with over $60,000 specifically supporting Fund-A-Scholar. Your generosity directly impacts the experiences, opportunities, and sense of belonging that make St. Stephen’s so special.
We are especially grateful for the spirit of togetherness that was felt throughout the evening. Events like this are not just about fundraising—they are about strengthening the connections that make our community so meaningful.
If you missed this year’s Gala, it is not too late to support students for the 2026–2027 school year through Fund-A-Scholar. You can give here.
A few special experiences are also still available here:
- Orientation Saturday Morning Off (May 16) – $100
- Lower Elementary “Monster Art Experience” Mini Painting Lesson (July 25) – $30
- Lower Elementary “Robot Makers Workshop” Mini Sculpture Lesson (August 1) – $30
We had such a fun night celebrating with all of you and are already looking forward to what next year will bring.
The Installation of Reverend Carissa Baldwin-McGinns
Join St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church for a special and meaningful moment in the life of the church community as they celebrate the installation of Reverend Carissa Baldwin-McGinnis.
In the Episcopal Church, an installation is a formal service in which a priest is officially welcomed and established as the spiritual leader of a parish. It marks the beginning of a new chapter, affirming the shared ministry between clergy and congregation.
This service will be celebrated by the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, and is a beautiful expression of community, commitment, and faith.
Tuesday, May 5
7:00 PM
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
All are welcome to attend and be part of this joyful occasion.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, April 28 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Step into a cozy coffeehouse atmosphere as our 1st-8th grade students share their writing in their classrooms. Families are invited to enjoy an evening of storytelling, poetry, and creativity as young authors bring their words to life. Be on the lookout for an email with more information from your child’s teacher.
Celebrate & Connect
Join us for our annual All-School Playground Meet-Up on Saturday, May 2! All current families and newly accepted families are invited to come together for a relaxed time of connection and celebration as we welcome new families, celebrate our (almost!) graduates, and enjoy being in community. Faculty and staff will be there too—come play, snack, and chat with us on the playground.
Middle Years Capstone Showcase
Our Middle Years students will showcase their Discovery Capstone projects, sharing their research, discoveries, and experiments on Wednesday, May 6th, at 9:00 AM in the Havens Center. Join us as they present their innovative work and scientific findings!
Celebrating Those Who Inspire
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up (May 4–8), and we’re excited to celebrate the teachers who care for and nurture our youngest students each day. We have a simple and meaningful plan for the week, and we’d love for your family to participate in two easy ways: on Tuesday, each child is invited to bring a flower to help create a class bouquet for their teachers; and on Thursday, we invite your child to write a note or draw a picture, with the option for you to add a short message of appreciation. In addition, teachers will be treated throughout the week with a coffee bar on Monday, lunch provided by Room Parents on Wednesday, and donuts on Friday.
A Fun Way to Celebrate the End of the Year Together
Monday: The Future Is Bright Day
Wear neon, bright colors, or sunglasses
Tuesday: Tropical Tuesday
Tropical prints, florals, and beach vibes
Wednesday: Dapper Day (Baccalaureate Attire)
Collared shirts, dresses, and nice shoes
Thursday: Pajama Day
A Schoolwide Celebration of Growth
Our Baccalaureate and Moving Up Service will take place at 8:30 AM in The Nave and is one of our most meaningful school traditions. This special service is a time to reflect, give thanks, celebrate growth at all levels, and honor our 8th-grade graduates. It also recognizes all students as they move forward into the next level.
Students should dress nicely for the occasion (slacks, dresses, skirts, or button-ups are perfect), and they are welcome to bring a change of clothes for later in the day.
Final Conferences of the Year
Our final round of conferences will take place on Friday, May 15. Teachers will send out sign-up links approximately one week in advance so you can select a time that works best for your family. As a reminder, students in 1st grade and above are expected to attend their conference alongside a parent or guardian. We look forward to this important time to reflect on each student’s growth and celebrate the year together.
8th Grade Graduation
We invite our entire community to join us on Friday, May 15, at 6:00 PM in The Nave as we celebrate our 8th-grade graduates and this important milestone in their journey. This special evening honors their growth, accomplishments, and the leadership they have brought to our school community. It is both a celebration and a meaningful moment of reflection as they prepare to take their next steps beyond St. Stephen’s. All families are welcome to attend, and students in 6th and 7th grade are strongly encouraged to attend to support and celebrate their peers.
Our School's Talent Show
Join us at 6pm on Tuesday, May 19th in The Nave. A long-standing SSESH tradition, Coffee House is our annual student talent show and a joyful celebration of creativity and confidence. Students may perform solo or in groups—singing, playing an instrument, dancing, telling jokes, performing magic, or sharing another talent—all in a relaxed, supportive, coffeehouse-style atmosphere. It is always a highlight of the year for both performers and audience members. To sign up for a performance slot, please use this form: https://ssesh.org/2026-coffee-house/
Invention Fair
The Lower Elementary Invention Fair will take place on Wednesday, May 20 at 9:00 AM in the Havens Center. This exciting event, a collaboration between classrooms and the Da Vinci Lab, showcases students as they identify real-world problems, design creative solutions, and build prototypes and presentations to share their thinking and innovation.
Maker Faire
The Upper Elementary Maker Faire will take place at 1:00 PM in the Havens Center and will showcase student innovation from the Da Vinci Lab. This hands-on event highlights engineering and design thinking through student-driven exploration, with a variety of creative projects on display.
Student Art Showcase
Our Kindergarten–8th Grade Art Show will be on display in the front of the Havens Center from Wednesday, May 20, through Thursday, May 21, showcasing the incredible creativity and hard work of our students. Families are welcome to stop by during the Lower Elementary Invention Fair, Upper Elementary Maker Faire, or before or after the Spanish and Music performances to enjoy the exhibit. Please check in at the front office upon arrival so we can let you in.
Spanish & Music Show
Join us on Thursday, May 21 from 10:00–11:00 AM in The Nave for a joyful performance featuring students from Primary through 8th Grade. This special event will showcase student learning and talent in both music and Spanish, highlighting their growth, confidence, and creativity throughout the year.
Field Day
Field Day will take place on Friday, May 22 as a half-day, student-only event on campus, filled with fun, active, and community-building experiences to celebrate the end of the year. Students should wear tennis shoes and their SSESH t-shirt and come ready to participate. Dismissal will be at 11:30 AM for Orientation and Primary and 12:00 PM for Elementary and Middle Years. Please note that there will be no aftercare available. Additional information about volunteer opportunities will be shared soon.
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!