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Austin, Texas, USA Co-Ed, Episcopal
St. Stephen's is a pioneering coeducational day and boarding school in Austin, Texas, serving students in grades 6-12. We offer a distinctive college preparatory curriculum within a balanced program of academics, athletics, service learning and the arts. Our mission is to inspire a lasting love of learning and spirit of service so that each of our students lives a life of meaning and enriches the world.
Personalized LearningValue individual expression and intellectual freedomEncourage the pursuit of passions and participation in new learning experiencesFoster meaningful student-faculty relationshipsKnow your child as a unique individual inside and outside the classroom
Supportive CommunityProvide a safe community where students can take risks, make mistakes and grow from experienceInspire student engagement and connection through a variety of programs on and off campusHonor the inherent dignity of every individual while cultivating a sense of belonging
Healthy, Balanced LifestyleSupport students with a team of advisors, counselors, learning specialists and dorm parentsTeach life skills that are essential to success in college and beyondProvide opportunities for every student to shine through a balanced program of academics, athletics, fine arts and extracurriculars
Becoming Global CitizensFoster a love of learning and spirit of serviceProduce leaders ready to improve the worldInstill a strong sense of self and commitment to othersCultivate self-sufficiency and independent thinkingProvide opportunities to interact with peers from other cultures and learn to see the world through their eyes
6500 St. Stephen's DriveAustin, Texas, USA 78746 (512) 327-1213
Director of Admissions: Lawrence Sampleton Admissions Phone:(512) 327-1213 ext. 210Fax:512-327-6771 Email: [email protected] Website: www.sstx.org/boarding
Campus and class visits will look very different this fall. We have a variety of virtual opportunities that will help you learn more about all things St. Stephen’s. We look forward to getting to know you and your family.
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Posted on November 20, 2020 This fall senior Peter Lee built his own radio telescope in Projects in Science and Technology. Repurposed from an old satellite TV dish, the telescope can pick up radio frequencies from space and then convert them into a format Lee can both visualize and analyze. more...
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Summary: Deeply committed to intellectual freedom and academic rigor, St. Stephen’s offers a distinctive curriculum that allows students to explore individual interests while developing skills in critical analysis, reasoned discourse and persuasive writing. Students enjoy a personalized learning experience thanks to small class sizes and faculty who are committed to knowing each student as a unique individual. Our academic offerings also give students a shared intellectual experience, bolster their sense of community and reinforce the school’s core values.
Department Director: John Rocklin
Average Class Size: 17
Full Time Teachers: 91
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 65.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Academic Schedule: Trimester
Notable Achievements: Classes 2017-19: 25 National Merit Semi-Finalists, 43 National Merit Commendations, 13 National Hispanic Scholars
Summary: The mission of the boarding program is to ensure that St. Stephen’s boarding students have a home away from home—a place where they are nurtured, supervised and mentored, and where they feel a strong sense of belonging. The program also provides students with a wide variety of events and activities during the week and on weekends. These include cookie-baking contests, pool parties, Sunday Night Treats and dinners at the head of school’s house on campus, as well as movies, dining, shopping and cultural excursions in Austin, ranked “#1 Place to Live” by U.S. News & World Report.
Department Director: Gene Phillips
Number of Dorms: 8
Average Students Per Dorm: 18
No. of Girls Dorms: 4
No. of Boys Dorms: 4
Dorm Amenities:
Dress Code: Casual
Summary: Students at St. Stephen's explore their interests and pursue their passions through a wide array of extracurricular opportunities and special programs. These range from athletics and fine arts; to student clubs, service learning and outdoor education activities; to our more specialized Soccer Academy, Tennis Academy and Theatre Focus program. We also have a team of full-time professionals dedicated to nurturing the physical, emotional, psychological and social wellness of our students, as well as aligning individual student learning needs with the school’s academic programs.
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Summary: When it comes to the arts, you have many opportunities to choose from at St. Stephen's. Our choral group, orchestra, drum ensemble and jazz band have performed from New Orleans to New York City, from Shanghai to Budapest. Visual arts classes range from advanced art history and visual studies, to film-making and digital imaging. You can also choose from a variety of dance and theatre programs, including dance technique and choreography, as well as musical theatre, technical theatre and advanced theatre ensemble. The Theatre Focus program offers enhanced training through workshops, master classes and other theatrical productions.We also offer team sports and individual sports for athletes at every level — from volleyball, field hockey and basketball to swimming, baseball and track. Many students play two or three sports a year, competing with students from schools throughout Texas and neighboring states. In addition, our Soccer Academy and Tennis Academy offer intense training programs for students with the desire and determination to play sports on the collegiate level. If you prefer outdoor recreation and adventure, you can participate in our caving, canoeing, mountain biking and rock climbing programs.
Arts Department Director: Elizabeth Moon
Athletics Department Director: Jon McCain
Summary: The College Counseling Office at St. Stephen’s is staffed by four full-time college counselors and an office manager. The counselors offer more than 65 years’ combined experience in the field of admission and college counseling.They work as a team to support and engage students, stay abreast of current trends, and cultivate professional relationships. The counseling team hosts more than 120 college representatives each fall to visit with juniors and seniors, and the counselors also attend professional conferences and visit college campuses each year.
Department Director: Simmonds Claire
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores
Jarrett Allen (Class of 2016) In 2017, Jarrett was recruited by the Brooklyn Nets in the National Basketball Association after his freshman year at the University of Texas at Austin.
Aaron Moten (Class of 2007) Aaron is an actor who has appeared on Broadway and in numerous television programs such as "NCIS" and "Mozart in the Jungle". In 2013, Aaron was nominated for the Drama Desk Award for Best Featured Actor in his role of Avery in "The Flick". Aaron is a graduate of the Juilliard School.
Simi Olabisi (Class of 2007) As an undergraduate at Santa Clara University studying bioengineering, Simi created solar neonatal incubators to save the lives of babies born in locales with no or limited electricity, as was the case at her own birth in Nigeria. Through "Project Omoverhi", she and her team continue to make improvements on the original design.
Ross Ohlendorf (Class of 2001) Ross is an American professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He played in Major League Baseball for the New York Yankees, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, Washington Nationals, Texas Rangers, and Cincinnati Reds, and in the Nippon Professional Baseball for the Tokyo Yakult Swallows. He is a graduate of Princeton University.
Anna Murphy (Class of 2001) Anna graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in Aerospace Engineering. She worked with Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company and specialized in fault management on the Orion Spacecraft. She has also worked as the STEM Program Lead for Queens High School in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Blake Mycoskie (Class of 1995) Blake is the founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes, and the person behind the idea of "One for One", a business model that helps a person in need with every product purchased. TOMS Shoes has provided over 60 million pairs of shoes to children, TOMS Eyewear has restored sight to over 400,000, and TOMS Roasting Company has helped provide over 335,000 weeks of safe water since launching in 2014. In 2015, TOMS Bag Collection began providing training for skilled birth attendants and distribute birth kits containing items that help a woman safely deliver her baby.
Sarah Aubrey (Class of 1990) Sarah is currently executive vice president of TNT original programming. She is a Hollywood producer whose movies and television productions include "Claws", "Animal Kingdom", "Good Behavior", "Lars and the Real Girl", "Friday Night Lights" (nominated for an Emmy Award in 2011), "Prime Suspect", "Bad Santa", "Lone Survivor", "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and "The Leftovers". Sarah graduated from Princeton and the University of Texas School of Law.
Cecile Richards (Class of 1975) Cecile has been the president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and president of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund since 2006. In 2012, she was named to Time Magazine's List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World. She is the daughter of former Texas governer, Ann Richards.
General Charles C. Campbell (Class of 1966) General Campbell became the 17th Commanding General of the US Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) in 2007. When he retired in 2010, he ws the last continuously-serving general officer who saw action in Vietnam to leave active duty. His military awards and decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters), Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters), Army Commendation Medal (with Oak Leaf Cluster).
Terrence Malick (Class of 1961) Mr. Malick is a writer, producer, and director of films, including "Badlands", "Days of Heaven", "The Thin Red Line" and "The New World". In 2011, his film, "Tree of Life", won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. He is a summa cum laude graduate of Harvard University.
"St. Stephen's is very good at developing well-rounded students. Teachers and students alike encouraged me and my classmates to apply our knowledge to life outside of the classroom."
-Isaac Tilin, Class of 2018,
“St. Stephen's allows you to try so many different things. You never have to be labeled as a jock, a nerd or an artistic kid. Taking this attitude to college allowed me to be a well-rounded person."
-Mallika Rao, Class of 2016,
“At St. Stephen's, the most important thing I learned was time management. I was able to smoothly transition into college life at the U.S. Air Force Academy because of this.
-Julian Flores, Class of 2016,
Summary: More than 500 Austin-area families enjoy St. Stephen's summer camps each year. Our campers participate in full-day or half-day camps for kids ages 6 to 18. Our summer camps are fun, engaging, and led by energetic and experienced staff. Camp offerings include Harry Potter Wizardry, French Baking, and Create Your Own Video Game, to football, basketball, soccer and tennis… and everything in between! St. Stephen's summer camps are open to the public and have no religious affiliation.
Department Director: Shane Maguire
- 7v7 Summer League- Baseball Camps- Basketball Camps- Soccer Camps- Tennis Camps- Introduction to Tackle Football Camp- Volleyball Camps- Fencing Camp
Registration Deadline: N/A Financial Aid Available: More Details
-French Baking Camp-Google Voice Assistant and Raspberry Pi-Harry Potter Wizardry Camp-Rock Ensemble-Math Camp-Creative Writing Workshop-Electronics Gadgets:Toy Hacking-Myth Hero Camp-Phenom Quest: The Urban Scavenger Hunt-Self Driving Robots-STEAMed UP Camp-Spanish bootcamp
Summary: St. Stephen’s students come from 25 Texas cities, 10 states and 19 countries. Approximately 30 percent of our domestic students are people of color, and 19 percent of our students come from outside the United States. By interacting with classmates from other cultures and backgrounds both inside and outside the classroom, our students learn to see the world through the lenses of others. This helps them develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our world along with a stronger connection to others and commitment to service. At the same time, St. Stephen’s cultivates a safe, supportive environment where students become the best version of themselves by learning to take risks, make mistakes and grow from their experiences as members of a loving community.