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The last time Pep Rally was in the gym was Oct. 2023. Caleb Rassofsky, 2024 graduate, plays the xylophone as the marching band welcomes students into the gymnasium.
The Pep In Our Step
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?
Blessing Basket
Blessing Basket
This photograph demonstrates how students can engage in the novel they're reading, and bond with their peers and teachers. We see sophomore Molly Procida leading her fellow students in a session to speak about their current novel "Five Survive" by Holly Jackson. It also helps students engage more due to the fact that they chose to do this, and could leave at any time.
The Boundless Bookworms
The fabled Autumn Olive. yet to be ripe
Fall Foraging
Liam Sherr, Aya Knox and others in the pit at Pedal Pushers Jan. 27, 2024.
Pedal Pushers Owner Rod Reddish is Bringing Hardcore Music Back to Severna Park
A mural on the second floor created by SPHS students. The mural is an example of colorful artwork that truly gives life to the hallway.
The Importance of Art in School 
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
SPHS Author
SPHS Author
A picture of the interior of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History located in Washington D.C.
Dive into D.C.’s Museum Wonderland: A Teen’s Guide
An artistic interpretation of how watching and participating in sports creates a sense of eustress. This feeling is the scientific reason why people are so infatuated with sports and sports entertainment.
Go Team
Liam Cleary is introduced at the home varsity boys basketball game against Westlake High School on Dec. 18.
Severna Park High School Student Athletes Open Up about their Mental Health
On Sept. 8, Annapolis Junior Rowing (AJR) practiced a front end pick drill. AJR is based in Annapolis and its population is of students from all over Maryland. Cormac FitzGerald, a rower from Ireland moved to Maryland and joined AJR to continue his rowing career.
Annapolis Junior Rowing
Picture from the PTXC meet on 9/9 up in PA. This is the varsity cross country team photo. FROM LEFT TO RIGHT- Stephen Nunn 2025, Dylan Newhard 2025, Ty Miller 2026, Ryan Crowley 2024, Leo Havens 2025, Caden Lazzor 2025, Cooper Alahverdian 2025, Taylor Jarvis 2024. They placed 6th in this meet. Not our normal placement, as you may know. Jarvis was the star of this meet, coming in first with a time of 17:04. “I don't really do it for myself, I do it for everyone else," Jarvis said.
The Boys Cross Country Team
Taylor Swift is seen at the Chiefs game on Sept 24th cheering on Travis Kelce. Travis might be “The One” for Taylor in this closer look into their shared compatibility. They're not as different as they may seem. 
Unlikely Romance
Don’t Swim with Nessie
Album Cover for Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee.
Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee – Album Review
Max Leonard's manager as well as Founder & Talent Manager of Mad Lettuce Management Matt Ladis personally contacted me and shared early access of JUDO!. Additionally, I received access to the press release and some of Leonard's own thoughts on his project. “This project was me getting everything off my chest. I had a lot of changes happening in my life all around me. I had just gotten out of a relationship, I was graduating college, everything just kind of flipped for me. There was a time I wasn’t even making music during that time of change. But eventually, I found my way back and let this project be all the expressed feelings I had kept inside," Leonard said.
JUDO! – EP Review
Many songs contain deeper meanings and references that can be found by looking at its lyrics. Sometimes small details you notice can increase your appreciation for a song.
Have You Decided It’s Enough?
Snowboarding doesn't have to be a solo activity, going with friends and family can make it all the more enjoyable. Severna Park High School seniors Hamzah Hassan, Derrick Liu, Eric Chu and Ian Ireland snowboarding.
Snowboarding vs. Skiing
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
According to ericdoa.com, his official website, his debut EP Bleed Vol. 1 released in 2019 under Lopez’s original alias “Killeric.” Additionally, he is affiliated with emo-rap, trap, alternative rock and “danceable R&B.” After becoming famous for belting out the egregious phrase: “Imagine if Ninja got a low taper fade,” after having just spilled out his guts about his late grandfather, ericdoa even has high schoolers like junior Mitch Murray, who singsongingly uttered the phrase to his friends in group chats and showed off his impeccable jawline.
DOA – EP Review
The drawing depicts two people kicking it back and watching a rom-com together. The great thing about movies is that they can be enjoyed alone or with a group of people, so they make for a good holiday activity that can be enjoyed by all.
Rom-Coms are the Bomb
The New Legendary Pokemon Terapagos, who is obtainable through completing the post -game of the Indigo Disk DLC.
The Indigo Disk Arrives
Jacob Williams
Jacob Williams
Mrs. Koehler
Mrs. Koehler
Theo Skopp
Theo Skopp
Ms. Sexton
Ms. Sexton
Timmy Sullivan
Timmy Sullivan
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
Valentine's Day Special w/ Dr. Love
Valentine’s Day Special w/ Dr. Love
Severna Park students at the USA theme football game against South River holding up a Falcons flag after a touchdown.
The Importance of School Spirit
An artistic interpretation of how watching and participating in sports creates a sense of eustress. This feeling is the scientific reason why people are so infatuated with sports and sports entertainment.
Go Team
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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Greer Long , Editor-In-Chief

Greer Long is a senior at SPHS and has been a part of The Talon since she was a freshman. Long was news editor last year and is now beginning her first year as Editor-in-Chief. Long enjoys writing current event pieces, features articles and designing pages. Her hobbies include baking, drawing and criticizing pieces of writing. Long’s favorite thing to do outside of school is to try new foods and travel to new places.

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May Issue 2020

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May 20, 2020
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April 1, 2020
Trader Joe’s offers a variety of healthy food options at very affordable prices. The first Trader Joe’s store opened in California in 1967. “Trader Joe’s is affordable for healthy foods which is hard to come by,” senior Micayla Sloat said.

Trader Joe’s Must-Haves

Greer Long, Editor-In-Chief
March 31, 2020
Senior Camryn Chew participates in basketball in the winter and lacrosse in the spring. She committed to play lacrosse at Loyola University Maryland in December 2018. “This season I’m hoping to win the state championship,” Chew said.

Camryn Chew

Greer Long, Editor-In-Chief
March 9, 2020
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February 3, 2020
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February 3, 2020
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February 3, 2020
As the holiday quickly approaches, many people scramble to find a costume just days before Halloween. Last year, numerous costumes were inspired by movies such as Avengers, Baywatch and The Purge. “Last year I wore a Purge costume one day and a cowgirl costume the next,” senior Lexi Kasten said.

Last Minute Halloween Costumes

Greer Long, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2019
This fall, the SPHS homecoming dance will be on Oct. 19. Many girls have already found dresses for the exciting night. “I had an idea to see if they were on this app I had called Poshmark… I ended up finding a dress for half the price it used to be,” senior Miriam Moghtader said.

Hoco on a Budget

Greer Long, Editor-In-Chief
September 26, 2019
As the health of the environment worsens, humans must focus on making sustainable choices. Environmental movements such as “skipping the straw” have become prevalent in recent years. “Most of the time meat and seafood produce tons of waste into the environment with pollution and plastic waste,” senior Grace O’Brien said.

Skip the Seafood

Greer Long, Editor-in-Chief
September 3, 2019
June Issue

June Issue

Greer Long and Connor Killeen
June 13, 2019
Sisters Miriam and Abby Moghtader are tennis stars who play the sport year-round. Both girls have been playing tennis since they were only five years old. “This tennis season I’m hoping to accomplish another undefeated season filled with hard work and a lot of fun from our close team,” Miriam Moghtader said.

Moghtader Tennis Stars

Greer Long, News Editor
April 30, 2019
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Talon Staff
April 1, 2019
Junior Camryn Chew is committed to Loyola University Maryland. She started playing lacrosse at just five years old. “This season I’m hoping to win the state championship,” Chew said.

Triple Threat

Greer Long, News Editor
April 1, 2019

Green Club

Greer Long, News Editor
February 25, 2019
Julie Lowman is both a skilled math teacher and a talented writer. Last summer, she wrote a novel called “The Intensity of You.” “I wanted to write something that was applicable to high schoolers and the issues they face,” Julie Lowman said.

Undercover Author: Julie Lowman

Greer Long, New Editor
January 28, 2019
The ice hockey team practices twice a week at the Naval Academy ice rink. Last year, they lost in the first round of playoffs against South River . “It’s kind of an unknown sport, it’s not really advertised through the school,” junior Connor McGrath said.

Ice Hockey Q&A

Greer Long, News Editor
December 19, 2018
Instagram is a social media app used to share photos. Recently, Instagram clothing accounts have popped up everywhere. “It’s a good way to make money and get rid of unwanted things,” junior Micayla Sloat said.

Insta-Clothes

Greer Long, News Editor
November 29, 2018
As the homecoming dance quickly approaches, so has a list of “Student Expectations for Homecoming.” A hand-out was distributed to students in early October containing a series of controversial rules. “Other than the unconstitutional searches I don’t care about the new homecoming rules,” junior Wyatt Eagleson said.

New Homecoming Rules

Greer Long, News Editor
October 15, 2018
Mikie Harmeyer, Cameron Bear and Connor Panebianco are a few of the talented sophomores on varsity lacrosse. After last year’s state championship win, the boys will be working hard all season to win states again. “This season I’m hoping to help SPHS win another state championship,” Bear said.

Sophomore Takeover

Greer Long, Features Editor
May 2, 2018
Students take AP classes to earn college credit and show rigor. Although hard classes raise your GPA, taking too many could cause unnecessary stress. “It is important to challenge yourself and show you are capable of taking on a tougher class to colleges,” sophomore Rosslyn Scott said.

Up, Up, and GPA

Greer Long, Features Editor
March 2, 2018
The art scene in Miami, Florida is often overlooked for the city's famous beaches and restaurants. When I visited Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and the Wynwood Walls over the summer, I was impressed by the beautiful art I found. “I love walking through art museums and seeing the different style of each artist,” sophomore Micayla Sloat said.

Miami Art Scene

Greer Long, Features Editor
December 14, 2017
As basketball season approaches, sophomore Camryn Chew looks forward to getting back on the court. The hard work she put in during off-season helped Chew prepare for tryouts. “I really like scoring but my favorite part is playing defense,” Chew said. Photo courtesy of Camryn Chew

Camryn Chew: The rising star

Greer Long, Features Editor
December 1, 2017
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