Upcoming Events
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12/1/2023 |
Positive Discipline: Orientation and Primary – 8:30 AM |
12/5/2023 |
Campus Tour – 9 AM |
12/8/2023 |
Positive Discipline: Elementary and Middle Years – 8:30 AM |
12/12/2023 |
Campus Tour – 9 AM |
12/15/2023 |
PTO Holiday Wrap Up
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12/22/2023 |
Las Posadas – 8:15 AM in the Nave Early Dismissal; No Extended Care |
12/25/2023 – 1/8/2024 |
Winter Break |
Holiday Giving
Dear SSESH Community,
At this time of year, we recognize the people in our lives who make a difference, and it is natural that we respond with gratitude by giving gifts. At St. Stephen’s, we create relationships of meaning that knit us together in community.
This year, there are TWO ways to give to our dedicated faculty and staff.
A direct gift valued at $50 or less. The first way to give is via a direct gift to any faculty and staff member using the guidance in our Family Handbook. This policy states, “School employees may not accept an individual gift from a single family/parent, student, or any other person connected to the school that is valued at more than $50. Cash is specifically prohibited.”
A gift to the SSESH Holiday Giving Fund by December 17th at noon. The second way to show your gratitude is via a donation to the SSESH Holiday Giving Fund. All monies donated to this fund will be divided equally among lead teachers, teacher assistants, specialist teachers, support staff, and the maintenance/cleaning crew. Contributions to the SSESH Holiday Giving Fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Gift receipts will be available upon request. Give to the SSESH Holiday Giving Fund by clicking here.
On behalf of the faculty and staff of St. Stephen’s, thank you for making spirits bright this holiday season.
With gratitude,
Dr. Troy Roddy, Head of School
Las Posadas on December 22
Las Posadas on Friday, December 22, 2023
| 7:45 AM – 8:15 AM | Morning Carpool in front of Pecore Hall at 1800 Sul Ross |
| 7:45 AM | Valet Service Begins at 1805 W. Alabama (Church parking lot) |
| 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM | Reception with fancy coffees and pastries in Pecore Hall for families and guests |
| 8:30 AM | Families and guests gather in the Nave |
| 8:45 AM | Musical performances by St. Stephen’s students |
| 9:00 AM | Las Posadas |
| 9:45 AM | Chapel is dismissed by levels |
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11:30 AM – noon NO EXTENDED CARE |
Afternoon Carpool in front of Pecore Hall at 1800 Sul Ross
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St. Stephen’s invites all families to the chapel celebration of Las Posadas on December 22, 2023. “Las Posadas” is Spanish for “The Inns” and is a Latin American tradition of music-filled worship and immersive storytelling that follows the Holy Family as they go from place to place, looking for somewhere to rest and to welcome the Christ child into the world.
This tradition invites us to explore sacred story and mystery through diverse languages, dance, and art as a whole community. From our youngest students to our oldest guests, we all become part of the story together. Like any good festival day in spiritual life, there’s a special energy in the room – from the live mariachi band to the brightly colored pinatas. Mark your calendars now to be a part of this joyful Chapel which is the final blessing of the semester.
Students K through 8th grade who are interested in contributing an instrumental performance to Las Posadas can register here: https://ssesh.org/las-posadas-instrumental-performance-registration/
Celebrate the Holidays at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
Thank you for your generosity!
What a tremendous show of support during #GivingTuesday! Generosity was the focus of the day for St. Stephen’s, and you shared your generosity with us in a BIG way. Although we did not meet our goal of $56,500, please celebrate with us knowing that because of your generosity, more than $20,000 was raised in a single day! That is amazing!
The most wonderful time of the year is here! It is the season of giving – both of your time and financial gifts. Together, we will meet and exceed our Annual Fund goal of $185,000. We are so close. All gifts, no matter what size, are important and ensure a lifelong learning experience for our students. You can make a positive difference TODAY! Just look at what was accomplished in one day!
Does your employer offer a matching gift program? Double your impact with a generous matching gift!
Thank you for supporting the Annual Fund and for sharing in St. Stephen’s vision of a kinder and smarter world.
LAST CHANCE BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS! SSESH SPIRIT WEAR STORE
Just in time for Winter Break, SSESH has launched our Spirit Wear Store. Get or give teenager-approved maroon hoodies and iconic purple tie-dye tees! Orders placed by December 1 will be filled before Winter Break.
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!