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July 24, 2026
The countdown to the new school year is on, and we are so excited to welcome everyone back! By now, families have received class assignments, teacher letters, the updated Student & Family Handbook, and the detailed calendar of school events and important dates. As you finish preparing, be sure to take one more look at the Back-to-School Checklist and complete any remaining items. Please reach out with any questions. We cannot wait to see new and familiar faces back on campus, beginning with Back-to-School Conferences!
Questions? Here’s who to contact:
We are so excited to officially unveil the newly redesigned www.ssesh.org! This project has been a true labor of love, bringing together a fresh new look, improved navigation, updated information, and more opportunities to explore everything that makes St. Stephen’s such a special place to learn, grow, and belong.
A project of this size could not have happened without the time, thoughtful feedback, collaboration, and expertise of so many people. We are incredibly grateful to the faculty and staff members who helped review content, provide photographs and information, share ideas, and ensure that the new website reflects the heart of our school and the experiences of our students and families.
We would also like to extend a special thank-you to Connective Web Design, whose creativity, guidance, and partnership helped bring our vision to life. Their team worked closely with us throughout the process to create a website that feels welcoming, engaging, and authentically St. Stephen’s.
We invite you to visit www.ssesh.org, explore the new site, and discover all that it has to offer. We hope you love it as much as we do!
Join us on Friday, August 7, to reconnect with your child’s teacher or meet them for the first time. These conferences are a valuable opportunity for students, families, and teachers to come together before the school year begins and set the stage for a successful year ahead.
Families in Primary through Middle Years should also remember to complete their Student Goal Forms. We look forward to seeing you there!
On Saturday, August 8th, from 9:00 – 12:00, Middle Years parents are highly encouraged to attend this unique, hands-on experience that offers a glimpse into a typical day in the life of a Middle Years student. Parents will rotate through activities, practice organizational strategies, collaborate with fellow parents, and gain insight into the culture, expectations, and increased independence that define the Middle Years program. This event is for parents only.
Join us for the Back-to-School Rally on Sunday, August 9, in Pecore Hall! Reconnect with friends, welcome new families, visit classrooms, meet teachers and staff, learn about the Parent Teacher Organization, hear from school leadership, and celebrate the year ahead. Orientation and Primary families will attend from 2:00–3:30 p.m., and Elementary and Middle Years families will attend from 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Our Student Orientation on Monday, August 10th, helps students feel comfortable, confident, and excited before the first day of school. Students will have the opportunity to meet teachers, become familiar with their classrooms, and begin building connections as they start the year ahead.
This orientation is for students who are new to SSESH, rising Primary students entering their first year of Primary, rising 1st graders, rising 4th graders, and all Middle Years students.
Our New Parent Orientation on Monday, August 10th from 8:15-9:15 is designed to help families feel informed, prepared, and connected before the school year begins. Parents will learn about school procedures, communication tools, important dates, volunteer opportunities, and the many ways to get involved in the SSESH community. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet school leaders and fellow new families as we prepare for a successful year ahead.
On Monday, August 10th, at 11 am, join us on the playground for popsicles, playtime, and connection! This informal gathering is a wonderful opportunity for children to have fun together while parents meet other families and begin building connections within the SSESH community. We hope you’ll join us for this sweet start to the school year!
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!
