Discovery Weekend

Discovery Weekend

December 2-5
(512) 327-1213 x210

Discovery Weekend | December 2 - 5, 2022

Discovery Weekend is an immersive and curated experience that allows prospective students and their parents to see firsthand all that St. Stephen’s Episcopal School has to offer. Join us and take part in a variety of activities that demonstrate how St. Stephen’s unique curriculum and extracurricular opportunities enables students to pursue their passions and prepare for success in college and beyond.

"Do Something Saturday!"

Held on Saturday, December 3rd, "Do Something Saturday!" provides the opportunity to see St. Stephen’s at its best. Prospective students will be able to participate in athletic clinics, attend games, partake in arts projects, and even watch a play. It’s a full day packed with activities that showcases St. Stephen’s commitment to extracurricular activities and providing a true campus community. Fine arts workshops and athletic sessions are open to prospective students applying to St. Stephen's for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Open House

Our Open House on Sunday, December 4th is a great way to get to know the people and culture at St. Stephen’s. During the Open House, parents and prospective students can learn all about the student experience by attending mini mock class sessions and meetings with teachers, coaches, and fine art instructors. It’s truly a special day that highlights why St. Stephen’s student experience is nationally recognized.

Schedule of Events

Students and families are invited to participate in any or all of the activities in the Discovery Weekend schedule based on their particular interests. Additional boarding student specific events are noted on the daily schedules.

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  • Friday, Dec. 2

    Boarding Tours, Class Visits, Interviews - Contact us at admission@sstx.org or call 512-327-1213 ext. 210 to arrange a schedule that works for you.

    4:00 p.m. -  Swim Meet. Enter to swim by sending an email to jmccain@sstx.org or just come watch.

    7:30 - Upper School play A Midsummer's Night Dream
  • Saturday, Dec. 3

    Middle School

    10-11:30 a.m. - Sports Play Day. Rotate through thirty minute stations and meet some of our coaches. Come dressed and ready to play!

    10:15-11:15 a.m. -  Affordability/Financial Aid Workshop for parents (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    11:30 a.m. - Snack station

    12-12:45 p.m. -  Ceramics bowl making (this session is at capacity and is closed) or printmaking in the Gunn Hall Art Studio (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    12:45-1:30 p.m. -  Printmaking in the Gunn Hall Art Studio (this session is at capacity and is closed)or Musical theatre dance class (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    1:25-2:25 p.m. -  Affordability/Financial Aid Workshop for parents. (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    7:30 p.m. - Upper School play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Upper School

    10:15 a.m. -  Affordability/Financial Aid Workshop for parents (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    10:30 - 11:15 a.m. - Ceramics bowl making (this session is at capacity and is closed) or hip-hop dance class

    11:15-12 p.m. - Printmaking on t-shirts (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    12 p.m. - Snack station

    12-1:15 p.m. -  Prospective boarding student lunch

    12:45-1:20 p.m. - Athletic Skills & Drills Session 1. Select from fall sport options: football, field hockey, volleyball, cross country. Come dressed to play.

    1:25-2:25 p.m. - Affordability/Financial Aid Workshop for parents (this session is at capacity and is closed)

    1:25-2 p.m. - Athletic Skills & Drills Session 2. Select from winter sport options basketball or soccer. Come dressed to play.

    2:05-2:40 p.m. - Athletic Skills & Drills Session 3. Select from spring sport options tennis, lacrosse, baseball, or track. Come dressed to play.

    7:30 p.m. - Upper School play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream
  • Sunday, Dec. 4

    1:30-3:30 p.m. - Open House for Admission. Parents and students learn about the school, attend mini mock class sessions and meet with teachers, coaches, and fine arts instructors. Participants will enjoy performances by Thunder Drums and the Madrigals choir.

    4 p.m. - Upper School play, A Midsummer Night’s Dream
  • Monday, Dec. 5

    9:00 a.m. - Boarding tours, class visits, and interviews. Contact us at admission@sstx.org or call 512-327-1213 ext. 210 to arrange a schedule that works for you.

Contact Us

St. Stephen’s Episcopal School 
Office of Admission
6500 St. Stephen’s Drive 
Austin, Texas 78746
(512) 327-1213 x210 
(512) 327-6771 - fax
admission@sstx.org
Address: 6500 St. Stephen's Dr., Austin, TX 78746
Phone: (512) 327-1213