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September 18, 2026
When you give to the Annual Fund, you’re investing directly in the people, programs, and spaces your children experience every day.
In just the past three years, Annual Fund support has helped make it possible for SSESH to add a full-time Learning Specialist, Counselor, and Nurse; renovate classrooms; give our playground a major makeover; send multiple teachers to Montessori certification training; expand Lower Elementary with a third classroom; and bring fantastic new teachers to our campus.
These are the kinds of meaningful investments that move our school forward—and they happen because our community gives.
You’re already living the impact. Help us keep moving forward with SSESH Forward! 2026–2027.
And don’t forget: every level that reaches 75% participation or higher will earn a snow cone party this spring! Every gift helps your level get closer to the goal.
Lower Elementary families are invited to a room parent-hosted playdate at Valhalla on the Rice University campus on Saturday, September 12, from 2:00–5:00 p.m.
It’s a great opportunity for students and families from all three Lower Elementary classrooms to spend time together, connect, and have some fun outside of school. An email invitation with additional details will be coming soon from your room parents.
Please note: This is a parent-hosted event and is not sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal School.
Middle Years students and families are invited to a room parent-hosted hangout at Valhalla on the Rice University campus on Saturday, September 12, from 5:00–8:00 p.m.
It’s a great chance for Coho students to spend time together outside of school while giving their families an opportunity to connect and hang out, too. An email invitation with additional details will be coming soon from your room parents.
Please note: This is a parent-hosted event and is not sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal School.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church is kicking off its fall programming with Sundae Sunday! Formerly known as the Block Party, this annual church event has a new name this year.
The St. Stephen’s Church community invites school families to join them on Sunday September 13, from 12:00–2:00 PM for an afternoon of ice cream, crafts, music, games, and community.
All are welcome!
Annual health screenings will take place the week of September 14–18 for students in Age 4, Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 8th grade (boys only), as well as new students who require screening.
Please review the information below for important reminders, including what students should bring or wear during screening week. Questions? Contact Nurse Christie at nurse@ssesh.org.
All 7th and 8th grade students and their families are invited to join us for Roadmap to High School on Monday, September 14, from 3:45–4:45 PM in COHO.
Dr. Troy, Ms. Meredith, and Ms. Jen will provide an overview of the Houston high school landscape, walk families through private and public school admissions timelines and requirements, and share how St. Stephen’s supports students and families throughout the process.
Upper Elementary students and families are invited to gather at Whitt Johnson Park on Saturday, September 19, from 9:30–11:00 a.m. for a room parent-hosted morning together.
Students can enjoy some time with friends outside of the school day while parents have a chance to visit and connect with other Upper Elementary families. Keep an eye out for an email from your room parents with more information.
Please note: This gathering is hosted by parents and is not a St. Stephen’s Episcopal School-sponsored event.
Primary students and their families are invited to a room parent-hosted playdate at Levy Park on Saturday, September 19, from 3:00–5:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity for Primary students to play and spend time together outside of school while families connect with one another. Keep an eye out for an email from your room parents with additional details!
Please note: This is a parent-hosted event and is not sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal School.
Join us for All-School Chapel on Wednesday, September 23, at 8:30 AM in the Nave as we celebrate peace in honor of the International Day of Peace.
As part of our annual Pinwheels for Peace tradition, students will create pinwheels and place them together in the church garden as a colorful symbol of peace. All are welcome to attend!
Learn more about Pinwheels for Peace at www.pinwheelsforpeace.com.
Students in Primary through Middle Years will attend a special bullying prevention assembly on Friday, September 25, presented by the Safe School Institute. The assembly will help us kick off Bullying Prevention Month in October and continue important conversations about kindness, respect, and creating a safe school community.
Parents are also invited to a special presentation at noon in the Nave. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Orientation students and their families are invited to a room parent-hosted playdate at Colonial Park on Saturday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
It’s a wonderful chance for Orientation students to spend time together outside of school while giving families an opportunity to connect with one another. Keep an eye out for an email from your room parents with additional details!
Please note: This is a parent-hosted event and is not sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal School.
Parents’ Night Out is Saturday, September 26 from 4:00–8:00 PM! Children ages 4 and up are invited for an evening of games, activities, and fun with friends while parents enjoy a night out.
Upper Elementary students will head to Nature’s Classroom from September 30–October 2 for an unforgettable outdoor learning experience! Students will spend time learning beyond the classroom, building independence, strengthening friendships, and exploring the natural world through hands-on activities and adventures.
Middle Years students will head to Camp Allen from September 30–October 2 for an exciting outdoor learning experience filled with adventure, connection, and growth. Students will take part in high ropes activities, team-building challenges, and other hands-on experiences designed to build confidence, independence, cooperation, and stronger relationships with their classmates.
Monday, October 5 — Match Day
Kick off Spirit Week by matching with someone! Coordinate with a friend, a group of friends, a teacher, or even your whole class and come to school dressed alike.
Tuesday, October 6 — Dress Like a Book Character Day
Bring a favorite story to life! Students are invited to come dressed as a character from a favorite book.
Join us for the SSESH Annual Book Fair on Tuesday, October 6, from 3:00–7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble, 2030 West Gray!
Stock your shelves with new books for home while supporting SSESH at the same time! Families can also shop from teacher wish lists to donate books directly to classroom libraries. Wish lists will be available for every classroom, as well as our specialists and Wellness Team, so there are lots of ways to help grow our school’s book collections.
Plus, a portion of all eligible Book Fair purchases will be donated back to SSESH. Come browse, shop, and help put more great books into the hands of our students and teachers!
Wednesday, October 7 — Purple & Teal Day
Show your Bulldog spirit! Fill the halls with SSESH pride by wearing as much purple and teal as you can.
Thursday, October 8 — Crazy Socks Day
End Spirit Week from the feet up! Wear your craziest, silliest, most colorful socks to school.
Campus will be closed Friday, October 9 and Monday, October 12 for Fall Break. We hope all of our SSESH families enjoy a restful, extra-long weekend!
Quick Links
Click here to order Monty Meals for your student.
As a reminder, ordering closes every Tuesday at 9:00 AM and reopens on Friday at noon for the following week.
Have questions or need help? Email Kate Booth at kbooth@ssesh.org
Click here to register for morning or aftercare.
Have questions or need help? Email Celia Hughes at chughes@ssesh.org
Click here to order a catered lunch for your student through Simply Fresh.
Questions? Email info@thesimplyfreshkitchen.com
Click here to access the 26/27 detailed parent calendar.
Questions? Email Liz Newchurch at lnewchurch@ssesh.org
Click here to access previous Hallway posts.
Questions? Email Liz Newchurch at lnewchurch@ssesh.org
Girls in Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to learn more about the Girl Scout troop sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. The troop brings together girls from SSESH, St. Stephen’s Church, and the surrounding community for friendship, service, leadership, and fun.
Families interested in learning more are invited to a Zoom information meeting on Sunday, September 20 at 3:00 PM.
Questions? Contact Jean Daly at jeanclaredaly@gmail.com.
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!
