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September 25, 2026
This week, our entire school community gathered for Pinwheels for Peace, a beautiful tradition centered on peace, kindness, and the difference each of us can make in our community. Students created their own pinwheels, joined together for All-School Chapel, and then “planted” them throughout the garden as a colorful reminder to carry peace into the world through our words, choices, and actions.
We loved seeing students of all ages come together for such a meaningful morning — and watching our campus fill with hundreds of spinning symbols of peace.
We’re moving forward! This week, SSESH Forward! has reached $83,716—39% of our $215,000 goal—with 26% overall parent participation. LE3 is leading the way at 50% participation, with LE1 and Middle Years close behind at 44%.
And don’t forget: every class that reaches 75% participation earns a snowcone party! Every gift counts toward your class total!
Corporate matches can double your gift! Please check whether your company matches employee giving—it’s an easy way to make your support go even further.
Questions or need assistance with your gift or pledge? Contact the Development Department at development@ssesh.org or 713.821.9111.
Some of the fun from last spring’s Gala auction is still showing up around SSESH!
Recently, the Passone-Parsinejad family headed to an Astros game with Clara and fellow SSESH student Bren—representing SSESH at the ballpark! And this week, we welcomed Nurse Mila, one of our Lower Elementary students, who got to spend the day alongside Nurse Christie after her family won our Nurse for a Day auction experience.
Thank you to everyone who donated experiences and items to last year’s auction—and to everyone who bid! These special moments are such a fun reminder of the community that makes our Gala so meaningful.
And since we’re talking Gala… we’ll let you in on a little secret: we have a date! Save Saturday, May 1, 2027. Stay tuned for your chance to help choose this year’s theme—and start wondering what auction surprises might be waiting this time around!
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!
Tuesday, October 13 | 9:00–10:00 a.m.
See Primary in action during the school day! Join Ms. Nahla to observe our Primary classrooms, learn what changes as children move from Orientation to Primary, and hear what to expect during the transition.
Tuesday, October 13 | 9:00–10:00 a.m.
See Lower Elementary in action during the school day! Join Ms. Celia to observe our classrooms, learn how the Montessori environment changes from Primary to Lower Elementary, and hear what to expect as children enter the elementary years.
Thursday, October 15 | 9:00–10:00 a.m.
See Upper Elementary in action during the school day! Join Ms. Celia to observe our classrooms, learn how the Montessori environment changes from Lower to Upper Elementary, and see how students grow in independence and responsibility.
Thursday, October 15 | 10:00–11:00 a.m.
See Middle Years in action! Join Ms. Celia for a classroom visit to learn more about the transition from Upper Elementary to Middle Years, what to notice as you observe, and how the program supports students academically, socially, and developmentally as they enter adolescence.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church & School families are invited to join us October 16–18 at Camp Allen for a weekend of community, connection, and time outdoors.
Come for one night, two nights, or just Saturday. Enjoy camp activities, a hayride, BBQ dinner, a singalong, or simply slow down and relax among the pines.
Registration closes October 8.
Register here!
Questions? Contact Rev. Ashley at adellagiacoma@ststephenshouston.org.
Moving Up Night
Thursday, October 22 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Moving Up Night is for current families whose children will be moving to the next level at St. Stephen’s in the 2027–2028 school year.
Join our teachers in their classrooms for a closer look at what comes next, including curriculum, classroom environment, developmental expectations, and the experiences unique to each level. You’ll also have time to ask questions and hear directly from the teachers who know the program best.
Free childcare will be available for registered families.
Quick Links
Click here to order Monty Meals for your student.
You’re welcome to order for the entire year, a full month, or just one week at a time—whatever works best for your family. If you forget to place a larger order or simply prefer to decide week by week, you can always come back and order for the following week.
As a reminder, weekly ordering closes every Tuesday at 9:00 AM and reopens 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!
