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Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume hold Punxsutawney Phil during the 138th celebration.
Six More Weeks of Winter
The Stretch Your Wellness class, taught by health/physical education teacher Ms. Bell, will be offered as half a physical education credit for the ‘25-26 school year. The class, which is open to all students, will cover many aspects of yoga and mindfulness such as “postures, breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, healthy diet and mindfulness principles,” Bell said. Photo taken by Cassidy Ames
SPHS introduces yoga class to reduce student stress
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
CAT-South culinary students including senior Laney Deaton visited Italy in spring 2024.
Classes with Field Trips
SPHS Improv Troupe performing at their most recent show
SPHS Improv Troupe is the Perfect Place for Comedy and Community
Molly was a guest at the SPCA for several months before being adopted.
SPCA Volunteers
Students at Severna Park have a variety of pets.
Students Unique Pets
Women's International Day is March 8 and celebrations and activities are available in the area for those interested in celebrating.
International Women’s Day in Maryland
Senior Adam Clark playing the 2024 spring baseball season, representing Severna Park Falcons at the plate swinging with power.
Batter Up
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
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
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
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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Penny Dickerson is a junior at SPHS. This is her first year on the newspaper. In her free time, Dickerson enjoys reading, drawing, and hanging out with friends.

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