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Academics
Upper School | Gr. 9-12

STEM

At Severn, STEM is not a program only for select students. Instead,
every student has the opportunity to take courses in science,
technology, engineering and math. This accessibility allows students
to discover new passions or embark on an in-depth exploration of
a particular area of interest. Through participation in academic
classes, clubs, independent study or special projects, students can
pursue their passion for STEM at the deepest levels.

STEM IN THE CURRICULUM

Classroom Learning

Academic Classes

Classes in STEM topics are available to students at the College-Prep, Honors, and AP levels. In addition to standard academic offerings such as Chemistry and Geometry, students can choose from classes such as Forensics, Statistical Reasoning in Sports, Introductory Robotics, and Cybersecurity.

Click here to peruse the US Curriculum Guide (located at the bottom of the page).

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY - Engineering

Severn is certified with Project Lead the Way (PLTW), a program designed to develop a problem-solving mindset in students by engaging in compelling, real-world challenges. The curriculum currently offers four PLTW classes – Principles of Engineering (I & II) and Introduction to Engineering Design (I & II).

VAN ENEY '09 FELLOWS PROGRAM

Through the Van Eney ’09 Fellows Program, seniors at Severn School have the opportunity to pursue a year-long passion project that reflects their growing personal and intellectual interests.

 The Fellows projects represent learning for learning’s sake, as students explore new ideas and interests for the purest reasons – gaining knowledge and experience. Throughout the year-long process, seniors are supported by mentors and industry experts. They work towards key milestones, and adapting the project in response to the inevitable challenges they face is as important to the learning as the final product. To learn more, click here.

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Malone Schools Online Network

The Malone Schools Online Network (MSON) provides motivated upper-level students with a variety of academically challenging courses that enhance Severn School's existing curriculum. These interactive seminars bring students from across the country together with dedicated teachers in real time. Recent course offerings include: Advanced Microeconomics, Botany, Introduction to Organic Chemistry, Differential Equations, and The Science and Ethics of Sports Performance.

Click here to learn more about MSON.

STEM SPACES

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  • Graw Innovation Center (GIC)

    Upper School students have access to cutting-edge STEM
    tools in the Graw Innovation Center (GIC), a space dedicated to
    exploration. The GIC has six Prusa i3-MK3S+ printers, a Bambu
    X-1 Carbon Printer, a Universal Laser System 40-watt CO2 laser
    and a Carvey CNC router. All tools are available for clubs, classes
    and individuals to use.

  • Jay Meisenberg Recording Studio

    The Jay Meisenberg Recording Studio allows students to
    combine their love of music and technology. The state-of-theart
    recording studio is where students learn how to record,
    perform, edit, and produce their own music using Logic
    Pro and Soundtrap.

  • Science Labs

    Severn has six Science Labs equipped with Vernier probes and
    sensors used for data collection and analysis as well as tabletop
    white boards which allow students to work collaboratively
    in lab groups.

  • The James M. Stine Environmental Center

    The James M. Stine Environmental Center is a nearly 3-acre
    parcel of land behind Teel Campus where our students
    make authentic connections with the local ecosystem and
    experience the benefits that nature brings to our physical
    and mental health.

DISCOVER STEM

UPPER SCHOOL CLUBS
Severn offers a wide variety of student-run clubs in STEM areas, including:
  • 3-D Printing Club
  • Architecture Club
  • Astronomy Club
  • Cyber Team
  • Economics Club
  • Engineering Club
  • Intro to Medical Studies Club
  • Investment Club
  • Math Team
  • Med Life Club
  • Robotics Team
  • Severn's Red Cross
CLUB HIGHLIGHTS

MATH TEAM: Severn's Math Team completes in the Anne Arundel Community College High School Math Competition, a series of weekly contests against other local schools that runs from October through March.

STUDENT-LED INVESTMENT PROGRAM (SLIP): For students who want to take their interest in finance and investing to the next level, there's SLIP. Through this innovative and unique initiative, students work together to manage real investment dollars.

CYBER TEAM: Members of this team compete in a number of interscholastic competitions in cybersecurity and computer programming, including Lockheed Martin's Cyberquest and Code Quest.

ROBOTICS TEAM: This team participates in the Texas Instruments TI Codes Contest, placing in the top ten teams in the country for the past two years, with a top five national finish in 2024.

Lower School

Chesapeake Campus—PS-Grade 5
1185 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd
Arnold, MD  21012
410-647-7700

Upper School

Teel Campus—Grade 6-12
201 Water Street
Severna Park, MD  21146
410-647-7700