There is a recent decline of life expectancy in the United States. For three consecutive years, there has been a decrease in mortality in America, much greater than any other country. There is an increase of deaths between the ages of 25 and 64. Many researchers have concluded that a large percentage of these deaths…
The Secrets of China
During my Thanksgiving break I spent a week in Shanghai, China and I enjoyed every minute of my time. My sister is currently studying abroad there for a semester. There are many interesting cultural differences between the United States and China. The city of Shanghai is one of the largest cities in the world and…
Local Families Fed Up with Severn School Drivers
A family with young children moved into the house on the corner of Park Place and Water Street a couple of years ago. This location is on a street of one of three entrances to Severn School. Last school year the family was concerned with how fast students were driving to school because they have…
Severn Football Dominates as They Win Their First Game of the Season
This past Friday on October 25th Severn Schools’ Varsity Football team had their first win of the season. The admirals began their season with losing the first 8 games. However, on Friday the team dominated Mount Carmel 41-12. The game started off with an even battle as Mount Carmel ran for a touchdown on the first…
Montgomery County Is Suing JUUL?
Montgomery County, Maryland has recently filed a lawsuit to the e-cigarette company JUUL. JUUL produces small, concealable devices that contain large amounts of nicotine, which is a highly addictive substance. JUUL’s design is very appealing to teenagers as they offer flavors such as fruits and desserts. E-cigarettes and vapes have caused lung damage to several…
Spirit Week Review & How Spirit Week Has Evolved
As everyone already knows, this past week we had our spirit week and homecoming! The most fun week of the year is sadly already over but it’s never too late to keep talking about it. Monday through Thursday we had different themes to dress up as. On Monday we had Career Day, Tuesday was Team…
Is Trump going to be Impeached?
Severna Park, MD, October 1, Severn School In late September of 2019, Trump froze $391 million of aid to Ukraine because he believes that it was too much money for one country to aid. Trump says that he thinks it is only fair for more countries to step up and help. However,…
Flint is Losing Hope For Ever Having Clean Water
Severna Park, MD – 25 SEPT – Severn School In April of 2014, Flint, Michigan switched their drinking water supply from Detroit city to Flint River in order to save money. Before allowing the community to start drinking the water, officials never tested the water properly to ensure that it was drinkable. Lead infected the…