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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
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
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
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
Awaiting Christmas morning with excitement and love, a cozy corner filled with holiday cheer!
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Junior Rionnah O’conner celebrates the holidays with family and fun. Dressing in matching Christmas pajamas and displaying a beautifully full and decorated Christmas tree, getting into the holiday spirit surrounded by loved ones.
Holiday Traditions
The SPHS College and Career Center where students can meet with regional admissions officers, get help on college essays, and receive advice on the application process as a whole.
A Stressful Senior Year
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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Julia Owens, Managing Editor

Julia is a Senior at SPHS and this is her fourth year writing for the Talon. She is the Managing Editor and likes to write about sports and issues that students face. When she isn’t in school, she likes to toss a football around with friends or watch Netflix.

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With so many ways to combine and create, you can make something new and truly personal to you. Bath bombs are also a huge hit, with similar scents being provided and pre-made ones at your disposal to choose from. With a variety of other products available, there are countless places to allow your creative ideas to shine.

Blended Essentials Review

Julia Owens and Zoe Philip
May 4, 2022
The David’s Bridal stores like the one in Baltimore have a great range of sizes and colors in store. I went in there not knowing anything about the dress that I wanted and I left with my dream dress. They have dress sizes 0-24 for prom dresses and do their own alterations.

My Prom Dress Shopping Experience

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
February 15, 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
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
With fall in full swing, what better way is there to get into the spooky spirit than watching scary movies. Grab some popcorn or candy and watch away.

Movies for Spooky Season

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
November 4, 2021
After the switch from Google Classroom to Brightspace, the AACPS accounts have completely shut off the access to Google Classroom. The new system is definitely different, and people are still getting used to it.

Brightspace From The Teachers Perspective

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
October 19, 2021
Staying organized and writing things down is a great way to help yourself when going into the new school year. I use google calendar, paper lists and folders to keep things organized.

The view from Sunset Beach on Friday June 4. There were people who had their dogs there and there were a few people that went paddle boarding to watch some of the sunset. Every sunset is different there and that is part of the beauty of it.

Severna Park’s Lesser Known Gems

Julia Owens, Managing Editor
June 23, 2021
I use my planner to keep track of my homework and assignments for school. This helps to keep me organized and it makes it so I don’t forget to do things.

Organization Tips From a Junior

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
April 13, 2021
It has almost been a year since SPHS went virtual due to COVID and the high school has been pretty lifeless and empty. With teachers back in the building and students returning soon this empty parking lot and school will be busy and bustling again.

Hybrid Learning

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
March 3, 2021
This is the schedule that AACPS has proposed for hybrid learning. If you visit their website you can see other graphics that demonstrate social distancing in the school and the seating on the busses.

New Plans For Hybrid Learning 2021

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
January 14, 2021
Since the holiday season started in the middle of November cases have been increasing in Maryland. In early december we reached a new record of over 3,000 cases in a day. Looking at the numbers there is a steady increase in cases.

COVID-19 Cases in Maryland Breaking Records

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
January 7, 2021
The local Safeway has a sign about their mask requirements.

[Photo] Local businesses in Severna Park have adapted to Covid-19

Amanda von Diezelski  , Staff Writer
December 17, 2020
The data shows that cases are on the rise in general. This graph is showing the new cases per day in Maryland over the past 90 days. The numbers are spiking again and this is starting to be considered as a second wave.

COVID-19 Cases Rising

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
These are some of the items my family and I have bought from Savvy in the past. They sell a wide range of clothes, accessories, home decor, and furniture. With their wide range it is fairly easy to find something you like.

Savvy Consignment

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
November 30, 2020
In high school many books are given out and used. Some books are online, but most textbooks and books for school are still physical books. Books like math textbooks have teaching examples in them, but sometimes you need some extra help from a teacher.

Free Tutoring and Homework Help

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
November 12, 2020
The student parking lot is almost empty most days because of virtual learning. School staff has started to return to the building and the parking lots are slowly filling up.

Updated AACPS Reopening Plan

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
October 27, 2020
To-do lists are an important part of staying organized and stay focused during school work.

Focus Pocus

Julia Owens, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
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