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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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Lilly Spilker

Lilly Spilker, Co-Editor in Chief

Lilly Spilker is a senior at SPHS and is Co-Editor in Chief of the Talon. Spilker enjoys spending time with friends and family, especially outside. She loves reading, boating, listening to music, playing sports and going to concerts. Spilker plays lacrosse, soccer, and basketball and plans to play lacrosse at Penn State next year.

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The senior edition of the Talon included destinations for the class of 2023.

May Issue Print

Lilly Spilker and Sarah Sternhagen
June 2, 2023
Severna Park High School is helping our future thrive. “Severna Park has really nice schools. I really enjoy being in Severna Park High School. I enjoy it because it offers a lot of opportunities and has many great clubs. -Ellie Rick ‘24

Senior Stress

Lilly Spilker, Co-Editor in Chief
May 18, 2023
April Print Issue 2023

April Print Issue 2023

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March 28, 2023
February Print Issue 2023

February Print Issue 2023

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March 28, 2023
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December Print Issue 2022

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March 28, 2023
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October Print Issue 2022

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March 28, 2023
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March 28, 2023
Kid Cudi is a popular rapper and singer, especially among teenagers. He performed at Captial One Arena on September 8, and many Severna Park students attended, including seniors Ashlyn Morris and Rylan McDonald. “The Kid Cudi concert was so fun,” Morris said. “He was a great performer and I enjoyed being with so many of my friends.”

Falcons’ Favorite Summer Concerts

Lilly Spilker, Co-Editor in Chief
January 20, 2023
Moving forward, we encourage our peers to be less of a bystander and hold our fellow friends, peers and classmates accountable for their actions and the words they speak. When we don’t stand up, bystanders become just as much of a problem as those afflicting the hurt.

January Staff Editorial

Lilly Spilker and Sarah Sternhagen
January 11, 2023
Lonny Earhart, owner of Pasadena video game store I Got Next: Retro Toys and Game, shared with students how he came to own a store front and his journey in the retail space. "It was a lot harder to find space than I thought, we started in December, and didn't sign a lease until August" Earhart said.

Entrepreneurial Fair Comes to Severna Park

Sarah Sternhagen and Lilly Spilker
October 27, 2022
After having two seasons affected by Covid-19, Severna Park spring sports teams are looking forward to starting up again. Tryouts start March 1 and there are many competitive athletes who will be working to make an impact for their team this spring. “My freshman year our season ended just two weeks after tryouts and last season was not exactly normal,” junior lacrosse player Liv Tramontana said. “So I’m just excited to get back into the swing of things and enjoy time with my teammates.”

Upcoming Spring Sports

Lilly Spilker, Sports Editor
April 1, 2022
School last year was anything but normal, but Falcon students finally returned to the classrooms this semester. Many are enjoying the high school experience that they have continuously hoped for. “This semester was very fun,” junior Liv Tramontana said. “I was able to get back to learning in person and could play sports and do projects and activities with my friends. It felt like normal.”

Reflecting on Severna Park’s First Semester Back to Normal

Lilly Spilker, Sports Editor
February 15, 2022
After losing many important moments last year, Falcons are finally enjoying being able to support their school in various activities. With Covid-19 on the rise again, many students hope this sense of fun and normalcy isn’t taken away from them. “I hope we don’t go back to online school,” junior Sophia Miller said. “I’ve enjoyed seeing friends everyday this year and watching games. I hope we don’t have to miss out on these activities again.”

Covid-19’s Potential Threat to Normal Life

Lilly Spilker, Sports Editor
January 20, 2022
The Falcons enjoyed a winning Covid-19 season last spring and have won all four of their games this season. They look forward to winning more games and having a successful season. “Our first game was probably one of the most memorable moments, leading up to it after Covid,” kicker Trey Smack said. “Opening up with a win.”

Promising Season Ahead for Falcon Football

Lilly Spilker, Sports Editor
October 15, 2021
Located in Pasadena, the Double T Diner is enjoyed by countless numbers of customers and is frequently returned to. Family-owned and with homemade meals, the diner has always been a beloved place to enjoy meals and spend time with loved ones.

Double T Diner Review

Lilly Spilker, Staff Writer
February 21, 2021
Thanksgiving looked different for many students this year, "We were originally planning on going to New Jersey this year like we’ve done in the past,” sophomore Kate Evans said. “But we have decided to stay home because we have to be cautious of my grandparents’ health with the pandemic. We are going to be doing our first Thanksgiving on our own this year which is definitely different.”

Covid-19 Affecting Thanksgiving

Lilly Spilker, Staff Writer
December 12, 2020
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