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Wrist bands were given to students before entering the breakfast which allowed them to participate in the breakfast games.
Prom Breakfast
Caption: The show poster for “Clue” can be seen hanging around the school and was designed by junior Spencer Mann. The students in “Clue” have taken the lead in this play, even in the advertising, from making posters to sharing the information with their classmates and friends. “You can look at our handy dandy poster,” Ruby Howland said.
“Clue”
Author Nic Stone delivering her keynote speech
LitCon Field Trip
Free books from Litcon
Litcon 2025
Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume hold Punxsutawney Phil during the 138th celebration.
Six More Weeks of Winter
The AACPS logo, an apple inside a blue box, and a little bit outside of it. It makes you think of food and the great lunches they serve in the cafeteria.
The Best Lunch
Puerto Rico is a plane ride away and doesn't require a passport. Make summer plans now to enjoy this close get away.
Puerto Rico Summer Vacation
Summer break is just around the corner, check. Don't leave your summer to chance, plan something fun.
Summer is SOON
SPHS Seniors compare their childhood dreams to their ideal career now
SPHS Seniors compare their childhood dreams to their ideal career now
There are tons of clubs available at SPHS for students to get involved in. Here are just a few to check out.
Cool Clubs
What Makes Kobe Bryant, Lionel Messi, Tom Brady, and LeBron James Stand Out from the Rest?
What Makes Kobe Bryant, Lionel Messi, Tom Brady, and LeBron James Stand Out from the Rest?
Severna park Volleyball
Severna park Volleyball
NBA logo
Best NBA Team Right Now?
Mac McClung dunking over a Kia
The 74th NBA All Star Game 2025
A graphic of the team's 24-25 season. They went 14-9 with over 1,000 points.
Boys Varsity Basketball
What Makes Kobe Bryant, Lionel Messi, Tom Brady, and LeBron James Stand Out from the Rest?
What Makes Kobe Bryant, Lionel Messi, Tom Brady, and LeBron James Stand Out from the Rest?
There are tons of clubs available at SPHS for students to get involved in. Here are just a few to check out.
Cool Clubs
Image created by Esther Bell
Deciding which animal is best for you
Use of mobile phone in trendy neon lights. Creative vivid color of ultraviolet red and blue. Hands of Teen Girl scrolling up photos Close-up at dark neon room. App for sale in shop. Social media. 4K
Distracting ourselves to death
Finally, Commanders
Finally, Commanders
Neuro-Sama's VTuber model
Will AI take over the entertainment industry?
The 67th Annual Grammys took place on Feb. 4 in Los Angeles.
The 67th Grammy Awards 2025
The top 5 trendline of artists people could have listened to this year as an example of what it looks like for it's users.
Why Everyone Loves Spotify Wrapped
Kendrick Lamar’s most recent song in Drake and Lamar’s rap battle is “Not Like Us”, the cover shows a satellite view of Drake’s mansion with red icons, implying that Drake’s home is filled with pedophiles and registered sex offenders. The picture corresponds with the song because Lamar is accusing Drake of being a pedophile by saying lines such as, “Tryna strike a chord and it's probably A-Minor”, and “certified loverboy, certified pedophiles”.
Where did the Beef Come from?
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
Most popular books/genres
Most popular books/genres
Image created by Esther Bell
Deciding which animal is best for you
Do You Have What it Takes to Be Pope?
Do You Have What it Takes to Be Pope?
College students can get so many discounts ranging from clothing to food all using a valid student ID or email. It is important that students know about these discounts, and how to use them to their advantage. Start searching for discounts as a way to relieve any stress that comes with going to college.
Make College Easy
Awaiting Christmas morning with excitement and love, a cozy corner filled with holiday cheer!
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
An Incorrect Summary of Animation Models
Paradox Interactive’s logo
The best worst game developer
Students Ava Scott, Erin Hussey, Bella Van Gieson, Maria Bragg and Emerson Scott, pose for a picture during Best Buddies themed football game. The football game was at home against Glen Burnie, although the falcons lost 47-18, the fun of the theme and the fun of the game created a great atmosphere.
Best Buddies
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
Swiftism Podcast hosted with Abigail Chase
Swiftism Podcast hosted with Abigail Chase
Jacob Williams
Jacob Williams
Mrs. Koehler
Mrs. Koehler
Theo Skopp
Theo Skopp
Ms. Sexton
Ms. Sexton
Timmy Sullivan
Timmy Sullivan
Republican candidate Trump and Democratic candidate Harris shaking hands at the start of the debate.
Who won the Presidential Debate?
Race to 270
Race to 270
The United States Capitol Building on Thursday, Jun. 11. The Capitol Building is home to the legislative branch of the United States Government, the branch in which laws are made and citizens are affected.
The United States Today
Around 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, Severna Park High School senior Shubh Agnihotri and Congressional candidate John Morse stand near the Pip Moyer Recreation Center in downtown Annapolis as they regroup after knocking on 44 doors together. “You can always be an asset to your community if you work hard enough to do it, so I really encourage you to look around about the stuff you really care about,” Agnihotri said. Agnihotri coordinated the Young Democrats meeting which John Morse attended to inform youth voters about his policies and the importance of voting/registering to vote.
Hit the Polls, Young Voters
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“Severna Park High is a great place to learn. It helps you to thrive towards your future. The teachers here are very caring and helpful. Also they have amazing sports teams, softball is the best.”- Addison Bianco ‘25

Severna Park in Your Eyes

Izzy Williams, Staff
February 22, 2022
SPHS senior Gus Bachmann has been participating in soccer for over a decade. Over the course of this time, he has crossed paths with many who made a lasting impact on him and aided in his development as a player and a person. “I’d really like to thank my teammates for making these last four years of high school soccer such a great time,” Bachmann said. “I’d also like to show appreciation for Coach Ryan Parsi, who has always been a kind mentor to me in soccer, as well as [in] life.”

Gus Bachmann

Sydney Herz, Editor-In-Chief
February 3, 2022
While many are ringing in the new year by throwing confetti or getting a new years kiss, others are thinking about bettering themselves for the coming year. Junior Emma Rini’s New Year's resolution is to work on [herself]” in general.

New Year, New You

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
December 23, 2021
Freshman Chase Martin performs alongside his bandmates Bella Holmes, Alex Eloff, and Dylan Freeman. Their band, Walk Ins Welcome, is one of the many Priddy Music Academy bands that were at the event. “It’s really nice to be able to perform with your band, but also be messing around with your friends at the same time,” Chase said. “Plus, we are supporting something great while doing it.”

Burgers and Bands

Cassidy Martin, Guest Writer
December 11, 2021
The Severna Park Community Center (SPCC) as the swim team prepares for a meet and dance lessons take place. SPCC was founded in 1995, and is one local organization that has activities for teens. Sophomore Parker Montagne believes a “Band at the community center” should be started.

Teen Events are Not Just in School

Alethia Brown, Guest Writer
December 10, 2021
The varsity women's four row in their 2021 Head of the Charles race. The women placed 53rd out of 84 boats with a time of 20 minutes 57 seconds. ¨It's one of the biggest regattas in the world, people come from all over the place to race,¨ Broadneck senior Hannah Klein said,¨We were lucky enough to get a four.¨

Annapolis Junior Rowing

Ruby Ondatje, Guest Writer
December 9, 2021
During the Severna Park Model UN Conference, delegates debated the usage of fracking. Most countries were in agreement on eliminating the energy source, but the USA and China were strongly opposed to the solution. “I found it fun getting to meet a bunch of new people and learning about the history of different countries and their positions on specific issues,” sophomore Galen Richardson said.

The Model UN of SPHS

Kaylee Winters, Guest Writer
December 7, 2021
When choosing after high school what to do some have colleges lined up, but some have recruiters lined up. What did you choose? “The Marines is something that I am very passionate about,” Aaron Young said. Photo by Maya Jones.

Aaron Young Marine Corps

Izzy Williams, Staff Writer
December 6, 2021
Shipping times may vary and tend to get longer as the holidays get closer, so it can’t hurt to order things early. You can also get a head start on wrapping if you have everything earlier.

Holiday Shipping Recommendations

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
December 2, 2021
Students like Maddy Matassa often don’t get enough sleep. This can result in microsleep and being unable to focus in class. “Juggling school and sports with the homework and studying on top of that makes it challenging to find time for me, especially sleep,” Maddy said. Photo by Zoe Philip

Sleep, Necessary but Never Enough

Zoe Philip, Staff Writer
November 30, 2021
There are many different types of books sold at the bookstore. The Indie Next section is a collection of books that independent bookstores read and review. This bookshelf is a great place to “[find] a lot of cool books [you] probably wouldn’t have read,” freshman Owen Blackburn said.

Local Bookstore Opens

Mia Slote, Guest Writer
November 22, 2021
This cookie was made with a simple sugar cookie base, red icing and minimal sprinkles. It’s that easy. If you have any extra sprinkles of any color, don’t be afraid to use them, even if they might not fit in with a winter holiday theme. Most cookies won’t hold up with tons of icing and sprinkles and won’t be that fun to eat. Keep it simple and don’t stress about making it look professional. As long as you have fun, make some cookies and don’t make a mess of the kitchen, any cookie decorating is a win.

Cookie Decorating Tips

Sarah Sternhagen, Staff Writer
November 21, 2021
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