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Don’t Swim with Nessie
Don’t Swim with Nessie

Maggie Manis, Staff Writer
May 9, 2024

Ever since I watched Scooby-Doo! and the Loch Ness Monster I have been a firm believer of the Loch Ness monster, and I’m obsessed with her. Nessie is an illusive sea monster that both fascinates and scares countless theorists. She is said to live in the Scottish Highlands, in Loch Ness. There are countless theories surrounding the origins, whereabouts, or even the question of if she is real or not....

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Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee – Album Review
Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee – Album Review

Natalie Clayton, Staff Writer
May 8, 2024

Yung Lean and Bladee are Swedish hip-hop artists who rose to popularity in the early 2010s for their unique melancholic lyrics, atmospheric beats, and distinctive vocal style. Yung Lean (Jonatan Leandoer Håstad) and Bladee (Benjamin Reichwald) attended the same school in Stockholm, Sweden. They met and bonded over their shared interests while in school, which laid the foundation for their collaboration...

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Mrs. Koehler
Mrs. Koehler

May 7, 2024

"My role as a mother defines me and also being a teacher. They are my two biggest personality traits. I am passionate about the care of my kids and the kids that I teach. It's also important to be yourself and do things that make you happy. There has been an evolution of growth with my passions. You have to learn as you grow and continue to learn all throughout your life."

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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 its probably A-Minor”, and “certified loverboy, certified pedophiles”.
Where did the Beef Come from?
Miana Tocco, Photo and Graphics Editor
Blessing Basket
Blessing Basket
Christopher Benjamin and Covenant Akinremi
This photograph demonstrates how students can engage in the novel theyre 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
Lillith Vice, Staff Writer
The fabled Autumn Olive. yet to be ripe
Fall Foraging
Charlotte Anderson, Staff Writer
Colten Billings(far left), Liam Sherr(center), Braden Main(above), and Kasey Davolio(far right) in the process of setting up for their second show at Fort Armistead. Billings sets up his bass amp with a member of band Lowlife Tea Party, while Sherr uses a skateboard deck to check the generator and sound on his end. I really like how were playing shows with these bigger bands that weve seen before and who we love. And theyre always really nice to us; everyone in the scene is supportive, I think mostly because were a new band of teenagers, we get cool points for it, Billings said.
A Guide to the Start of Pariah's Career
Noel Castillo, Features Editor
SkillsUSA Career and Technical Education Posters
SkillsUSA Career and Technical Education Posters
Elsa Webster, Staff Writer
Features
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
Colten Billings, Staff Writer
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 
Natalie Clayton, Staff Writer
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
Noel Castillo, Editor in Chief
SPHS Author
SPHS Author
Elsa Webster, Opinions Editor
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
Charlotte Anderson, Staff Writer
The elections at the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica on Thursday, November 9th. The honor society meets on the second Thursday of every month during falcon block. All members of the honor society are required to attend every meeting with some exceptions. Left to right juniors Amberlynn Gong, Maeve Byrne and Emilie McKenna
The Honor Societies of SPHS
Elsa Webster, Opinions Editor
Opinion
Most depictions of Nessie show the creature as a green sea monster with a long neck. This is an artistic representation of what Nessie would look like in its natural habitat.
Don’t Swim with Nessie
Maggie Manis, Staff Writer
Album Cover for Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee.
Psykos by Yung Lean and Bladee - Album Review
Natalie Clayton, Staff Writer
Max Leonards 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 Leonards 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
Noel Castillo, Editor in Chief
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?
Tristan Alcott, Staff Writer
Snowboarding doesnt 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
Ian Ireland, Staff Writer
An image of the Ultimate Piggy Bank, it is a metal box and to unlock its contents, a hammer or tool is needed.
How To Save Money
Anna Reilly, Features Editor
Entertainment and Review
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 its probably A-Minor”, and “certified loverboy, certified pedophiles”.
Where did the Beef Come from?
Miana Tocco, Photo and Graphics Editor
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
Noel Castillo, Editor in Chief
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
Noel Castillo, Editor in Chief
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
Chris Benjamin, Online Editor
The New Legendary Pokemon Terapagos, who is obtainable through completing the post -game of the Indigo Disk DLC.
The Indigo Disk Arrives
Chris Benjamin, Online Editor
This photograph demonstrates how students can engage in the novel theyre 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
Lillith Vice, Staff Writer
Multi Media
Embers underclassmen editors have tabulated the votes and have announced the 2024 senior class superlative winners.
Senior Superlative Winners 2024
Noel Castillo, Editor in Chief
Swiftism Podcast hosted with Abigail Chase
Swiftism Podcast hosted with Abigail Chase
March 24, 2023
Valentines Day Special w/ Dr. Love
Valentine's Day Special w/ Dr. Love
February 14, 2023
Homecoming: Interviews
Homecoming: Interviews
November 3, 2022
Humans of SP
Mrs. Koehler
Mrs. Koehler
May 7, 2024

"My role as a mother defines me and also being a teacher. They are my two biggest personality traits. I am passionate about the care of my kids...

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Theo Skopp
Porter Hill, Guest Writer • April 29, 2024

"My biggest accomplishment is completing photography 1 with Ms. Fornadle as my teacher for a couple weeks till she had a baby. During those weeks...

Ms. Sexton
Ms. Sexton
April 22, 2024
Timmy Sullivan
Timmy Sullivan
April 16, 2024
Ms. Clark
Ms. Clark
April 12, 2024
Adam Clark
Adam Clark
April 4, 2024
Zana Saab
Zana Saab
March 18, 2024
Mitch Gaudet
Mitch Gaudet
March 13, 2024
Sports
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
Elsa Webster, Opinions Editor
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
Rama Abushi, Guest Writer
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
Tristan Alcott, Staff Writer
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 dont really do it for myself, I do it for everyone else, Jarvis said.
The Boys Cross Country Team
Ollie, Alcombright
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. Theyre not as different as they may seem. 
Unlikely Romance
Samantha Polk, Staff Writer
The Falcons are looking forward to proving themselves during this basketball season. “I’m excited for the season because of all the hard work we put in during the off-season. I hope it pays off when it matters most,” senior Michael Carparelli said.
Basketball Season Has Begun
Stella Bordone, Staff Member
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