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LS: Grade 1-5 Half Day
Dismissal times:
12:00-12:15pm - 1st-2nd grade without older siblings in 3rd-5th grade
12:15-12:30pm - 3rd-5th grade and younger siblings in 1st-2nd grade -
National Guide Dog Month
National Guide Dog Month is a celebration of the work of guide dogs in the United States as a way to raise awareness, appreciation and support for guide dog schools across the United States.
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PS, PK, Kindergarten - Half day
Dismissal for PS, PK, K:
12:00-12:15pm -
LS: Technology Training Session for Parents of 3rd-5th grade Students
Location: ZoomTechnology Specialist Vicki Dabrowka and IT Coordinator Sam Mendez invite parents to two technology training sessions covering the tech platforms and resources utilized by Lower School students.Grades 3-5Thursday, September 2 at 4:15pm
(Zoom link available in The Binnacle)This session is offered for parents of all 3rd grade students, parents of new 4th and 5th grade students, and any other parents in those grades who would like a refresher. Topics to be covered include Clever, student emails, and how mySevern will be used by students in each grade level.For parents who are unable to join, we will record these sessions and post them on mySevern for later viewing. They will be posted in the "LS PARENT Technology Resources and Instructions" tile on the resource board.If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Dabrowka at v.dabrowka@severnschool.com or Mr. Mendez at s.mendez@severnschool.com. -
College Night for Parents of Seniors
Location: RocheSevern's college counselors invite all parents of seniors to attend a brief presentation and question-and-answer session to learn more about the college selection/application process. This event is designed for parents, but seniors are certainly welcome. Roche Lecture Hall.
If you are not able to join us in person, please join us via Zoom: -
Preschool - half day
Dismissal time for preschool students:
11:55am -
All-School Assembly: Convocation
Location: Edward St. John Athletic CenterLiterally a "calling together" - Severn's convocation assembles all students in grades K through 12 and all faculty and staff to commemorate the beginning of school. -
LS: Technology Training Session for Parents of Preschool through 2nd grade Students
Location: ZoomTechnology Specialist Vicki Dabrowka and IT Coordinator Sam Mendez invite parents to two technology training sessions covering the tech platforms and resources utilized by Lower School students.Preschool through Grade 2Friday, September 3 at 9:15 am(Zoom link available in The Binnacle)This session is offered for parents of new students in preschool through grade 2, as well as any other parents in those grades who would like a refresher. Topics to be covered include Clever and Seesaw.For parents who are unable to join, we will record these sessions and post them on mySevern for later viewing. They will be posted in the "LS PARENT Technology Resources and Instructions" tile on the resource board.If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Dabrowka at v.dabrowka@severnschool.com or Mr. Mendez at s.mendez@severnschool.com. -
US Treble Choir Retreat
Location: off campus -
US Treble Choir Retreat
Location: off campus -
Labor Day
Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday in September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States. It is the Monday of the long weekend known as Labor Day Weekend.
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Rosh Hashanah (9/6 - 9/8)
Rosh Hashanah, literally meaning "head [of] the year", is the Jewish New Year. The biblical name for this holiday is Yom Teruah, literally "day of shouting or blasting", and is also more commonly known in English as the Feast of Trumpets.
Resource link: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/rosh-hashanah-history -
LS Lunch Service begins
LUNCH BOX provides lunch ordering options for the students and faculty at Severn Lower School. Please visit www.lunchboxprogram.com for information on ordering as well as the current/upcoming month's menu.If you have any questions, you may contact LunchBox directly at lunchbox@allaboutlunchdeli.com or (410) 667-1100, or our APA hot lunch committee at hotlunchlowercampus@severnschool.com. -
LS Instrumental Music Parent Meeting
Location: TBDParents of students in grades K-5 are invited to attend an informational meeting regarding instrumental music opportunities at the Lower School. Learn more about ensembles and private lessons from LS Band Director Jennifer Campbell and LS String Ensemble Director Ginger Hildebrand.
Parents of third through fifth grade students are especially encouraged to attend to learn about our string ensemble and band, which will kick off at the beginning of the school year!
Please note the following - thank you!- At this time, we are planning for this meeting to take place in person in our Flinchum Gym.
- Masks are required.
- When you arrive, please bring your driver's license to the front desk so we may check you in and provide you with a visitor badge.
- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
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Virtual Visit - Ohio Wesleyan University
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
Welcome Back Bash
Location: Daiger HouseParents, 2021 Alumni Parents, Trustees, Faculty and Staff:The Bash is back! Welcome new parents and greet old friends while enjoying cocktails and mouth-watering small plate fare at one of Severn’s signature events: the annual Welcome Back Bash!Thursday, September 9 from 6-8 pmDaiger House (109 Water Street)Reminders:1. Adults only, please.2. Attire is summer dressy casual - prepare for a hot Maryland night!3. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. -
US A Period: Community and Academic Code Assembly/Advisory (in Advisories and Speakers in Roche)
Location: RocheFaculty, staff, and Upper School students will have the opportunity to learn about Severn's new Community and Academic Codes. All faculty and students will sign the Codes, indicating that they acknowledge that a strong community relies on respect for work, property, and one another.
Students will participate in this assembly via Zoom in their advisory.
(This remote assembly is open for students and faculty only)
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Patriot Day
Patriot Day, holiday observed in the United States on September 11 to commemorate the lives of those who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Virginia and those who perished when the hijacked United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania.
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Author Jason Reynolds Visits MS
Jason is an award winning author and the current National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.
Please see Binnacle for more details. -
Virtual Visit - Bates College
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
Virtual Visit - Scripps College
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
US A Period: Club Fair
Location: SJC New gymUpper School clubs will hold an event to promote their individual club to new members. Students are encouraged to visit each table to learn about the many clubs offered. Details to follow. -
Virtual Visit - Hendrix College
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
Virtual Visit - Villanova University
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from September 15 to October 15 in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.
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International Day of Democracy
In 2007 the United Nations General Assembly resolved to observe 15 September as the International Day of Democracy—with the purpose of promoting and upholding the principles of democracy—and invited all member states and organizations to commemorate the day in an appropriate manner that contributes to raising public awareness.
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Yom Kippur (9/15 - 9/16)
Yom Kippur, Hebrew Yom Ha-Kippurim, English Day of Atonement, most solemn of Jewish religious holidays, observed on the 10th day of the lunar month of Tishri (in the course of September and October), when Jews seek to expiate their sins and achieve reconciliation with God. Yom Kippur concludes the “10 days of repentance” that begin with Rosh Hashana (New Year’s Day) on the first day of Tishri. The Bible refers to Yom Kippur as Shabbat Shabbaton (“Sabbath of Solemn Rest,” or “Sabbath of Sabbaths”) because, even though the holy day may fall on a weekday, it is on Yom Kippur that solemnity and cessation of work are most complete. The purpose of Yom Kippur is to effect individual and collective purification by the practice of forgiveness of the sins of others and by sincere repentance for one’s own sins against God.
Resource link: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/yom-kippur-history -
Teel Campus APA Meeting
Location: Alumni House lawnPlease join us for the first Teel Campus APA meeting of the year on Wednesday, September 15, after drop off on the Alumni House lawn. Meet new parents, reconnect with friends, hear from Head of School Doug Lagarde, and explore volunteer opportunities for the year. In the event of inclement weather, please watch the Binnacle for details of sheltered outdoor locations. We look forward to seeing you! -
Virtual Visit - Boston University
The link will be available in Naviance Student. -
Mexico Independence Day
Mexico is the best place to be on September 16, Mexican Independence Day. This fiesta-friendly holiday celebrates Mexico's declaration of independence from Spain in 1810, and it's filled with national pride, colorful parades, mariachi concerts, and food, food and more sabrosa food.
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Virtual Visit - Stevens Institute of Technology
Link for the meeting can be found on Naviance Student. -
LS: APA Meeting
Location: Sivy Theater, Chesapeake CampusPlease join us for the first Lower School APA meeting of the year, to be held Friday morning, September 17.
Meet new parents, reconnect with friends, hear from Head of School Doug Lagarde, explore volunteer opportunities for the year and get involved in Severn! New parents are encouraged to attend, ask questions of our seasoned parents and check out what’s happening for the year. Please watch the Binnacle for any pending location changes or further details.Chesapeake Campus, Friday, September 17, 8:20 a.m.- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
- Please bring your driver's license, check in at the front desk and receive a visitor badge.
- After checking in, please proceed directly to the theater.
- Masks are required at all times while indoors.
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9th/10th Grade Picnic
Location: Athletic fields
The Class of 2024 invites the Class of 2025 to the annual Freshmen-Sophomore picnic on the athletic fields from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. The evening will include plenty of food, refreshments and treats, along with outdoor lawn games and activities. Please watch the Binnacle for further details. -
LS: Picture Days
Legacy Studios will come to the Lower School on September 21 and 22 to take individual student portraits.PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SCHEDULE:
- Tuesday, September 21: Prekindergarten, Kindergarten, 3rd grade, and 4th grade
- Wednesday, September 22: Preschool, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 5th gradeDRESS CODE FOR PICTURE DAY:All K-5 students (and all PS/PK students who have them) should wear their collared Severn shirts or dresses on their assigned picture day. For students who have PE on their assigned picture day, they should wear their collared shirts with either PE or dress bottoms, and PE shoes. -
International Day of Peace (United Nations)
The International Day of Peace, sometimes officially known as World Peace Day, is a United Nations-sanctioned holiday observed annually on 21 September.
Resource links:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-peace
https://internationaldayofpeace.org/ -
Sukkot (9/20 - 9/27)
Sukkot, commonly called the Feast of Tabernacles or in some translations the Festival of Shelters, and known also as the Feast of Ingathering, is a biblical Jewish holiday celebrated on the 15th day of the seventh month, Tishrei.
Resource link: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/4784/jewish/What-Is-Sukkot.htm -
Virtual Visit - Union College
Link to the virtual visit can be found in Naviance Student. -
MS/US Picture Day (1 of 2)
Location: New Gym in ESJACMS Students will go during their Science class. Each Science teacher has posted the schedule in their classroom.
US Students will go during their English class.
Parents will receive an email directly from Legacy Studios regarding the ordering process. Any packages ordered will be mailed to the student's home.
COVID Protocol: Camera persons will remain 6ft away from students at all times. No-Contact photography process. Camera persons will wear masks. Students will stand for their photo and they will remove their masks for the photo. -
Virtual Visit - University of Richmond
Link to the virtual visit can be found in Naviance Student. -
College Information Night for Parents of Juniors
Location: Roche Lecture HallSevern's college counselors will address issues related to the college planning process and take questions from the audience. The program is intended for parents. Students need not attend. Roche Lecture Hall.If you are not able to join us in person, please join us via Zoom: -
LS: Picture Days
Legacy Studios will come to the Lower School on September 21 and 22 to take individual student portraits.PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SCHEDULE:
- Tuesday, September 21: Prekindergarten, Kindergarten, 3rd grade, and 4th grade
- Wednesday, September 22: Preschool, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 5th gradeDRESS CODE FOR PICTURE DAY:All K-5 students (and all PS/PK students who have them) should wear their collared Severn shirts or dresses on their assigned picture day. For students who have PE on their assigned picture day, they should wear their collared shirts with either PE or dress bottoms, and PE shoes. -
LS: 5th Grade - Grade Level Parent Meeting
Location: Pat Troy Media Center or ZoomPlease join LS Head Cathy North and LS Director of Instructional Programs Sherri Hoyt to discuss school goals and grade level curriculum updates.
We are currently planning to hold this event on campus with a Zoom option. We also plan to record the meetings for later viewing.
The Zoom link may be found in The Binnacle.
For those attending in person, please note the following:- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
- Please bring your driver's license in with you, and please check in at the front desk with Ms. Snipe to receive a visitor badge.
- After checking in, please proceed directly to the library.
- After the meeting, please proceed back to the front desk and check out.
- Masks are required at all times while indoors.
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MS/US Picture Day (2 of 2)
Location: New Gym in ESJACMS Students will go during their Science class. Each Science teacher has posted the schedule in their classroom.
US students will go during their English class.
Parents will receive an email directly from Legacy Studios regarding the ordering process. Any packages ordered will be mailed to the student's home.
COVID Protocol: Camera persons will remain 6ft away from students at all times. No-Contact photography process. Camera persons will wear masks. Students will stand for their photo and they will remove their masks for the photo. -
Virtual Visit - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach
The meeting link can be found in Naviance Student. -
LS: 4th grade - Grade Level Parent Meeting
Location: TBAPlease join LS Head Cathy North and LS Director of Instructional Programs Sherri Hoyt to discuss school goals and grade level curriculum updates.
We are currently planning to hold this event on campus with a Zoom option. We also plan to record the meetings for later viewing.
The Zoom link may be found in The Binnacle.
For those attending in person, please note the following:- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
- Please bring your driver's license in with you, and please check in at the front desk with Ms. Snipe to receive a visitor badge.
- After checking in, please proceed directly to the library.
- After the meeting, please proceed back to the front desk and check out.
- Masks are required at all times while indoors.
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LS: 3rd grade - Grade Level Parent Meeting
Location: TBAPlease join LS Head Cathy North and LS Director of Instructional Programs Sherri Hoyt to discuss school goals and grade level curriculum updates.
We are currently planning to hold this event on campus with a Zoom option. We also plan to record the meetings for later viewing.
The Zoom link may be found in The Binnacle.
For those attending in person, please note the following:- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
- Please bring your driver's license in with you, and please check in at the front desk with Ms. Snipe to receive a visitor badge.
- After checking in, please proceed directly to the library.
- After the meeting, please proceed back to the front desk and check out.
- Masks are required at all times while indoors.
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European Day of Languages
Celebrated on 26 September, the European Day of Languages (EDL) is a means of promoting awareness among the general public of the importance of language learning and protecting the linguistic heritage. “Everybody deserves the chance to benefit from the cultural and economic advantages language skills can bring.
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World Tourism Day
The 2020 edition of World Tourism Day, with the theme of “Tourism and Rural Development”, will celebrate the unique role that tourism plays in providing opportunities outside of big cities and preserving cultural and natural heritage all around the world.
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Virtual Visit - Miami University - Oxford
The link for the visit can be found on Naviance Student. -
Virtual Visit - Lafayette College
The link for the visit can be found on Naviance Student. -
Virtual Visit - University of Maryland-Baltimore County
The link for the visit can be found on Naviance Student. -
US AIMS Paying for College-Virtual Program
Severn invites parents to this virtual program where information designed to help understand the financial aid process and paying for college will be shared. Chad Spencer, a college financial advisor from Davidson College will walk us through how colleges assess a family’s financial need, and how colleges construct financial aid packages to meet that need. This is not a financial planning seminar, but rather an explanation of the nuts and bolts of applying for financial aid. Because the costs associated with higher education often require a long term plan, this event is open to all Upper School parents and we encourage any interested parties to attend. 7:00 – 8:30 PM.Registration is required at bit.ly/3zk2Xkn -
LS: 2nd grade - Grade Level Parent Meeting
Location: Pat Troy Media CenterPlease join LS Head Cathy North and LS Director of Instructional Programs Sherri Hoyt to discuss school goals and grade level curriculum updates.
We are currently planning to hold this event on campus with a Zoom option. We also plan to record the meetings for later viewing.
The Zoom link may be found in The Binnacle.
For those attending in person, please note the following:- If the parking lot fills, please park diagonally along the sidewalk.
- Please bring your driver's license in with you, and please check in at the front desk with Ms. Snipe to receive a visitor badge.
- After checking in, please proceed directly to the library.
- After the meeting, please proceed back to the front desk and check out.
- Masks are required at all times while indoors.
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US National Honor Society & Cum Laude Society Inductions
Location: New Gym in ESJACInduction ceremony for new members of the Jonah Halsted Chapter of the National Honor Society and the Severn School chapter of the Cum Laude Society.
Additional details will be posted in the Binnacle. -
Virtual Visit - Colgate University
Link to the meeting can be found in Naviance Student. -
Virtual Visit - St. Lawrence University
The link for the visit can be found on Naviance Student. -
US Back to School Night
Location: Price, Creeden Commons, McCleary Lobby, BremmerDetails will be announced in the Binnacle.
