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National Volunteer Month
National Volunteer month in the United States takes place in the month of April. This month is dedicated to honoring all of the volunteers in our communities as well as encouraging volunteerism throughout the month. -
Earth Month
April showers bring May flowers, and May brings final exams. More than simply marking the end of classes, April also is Earth Month! Dating back to 1970, both Earth Month and Earth Day have become times when we focus our energies on our environment and the things that we can do to make it better. -
Autism Awareness Month
April is World Autism Month, dedicated to increasing awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, launched the observance month to “promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life.” The theme for their April 2020 campaign is #CelebrateDifferences. -
Heritages Awareness Month
Arab-American
National Arab Heritage Month takes place in April. It celebrates the Arab American heritage and culture and pays tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans. History Beginning in the '90s, Arab American heritage was celebrated sporadically in various states, primarily in school districts.
Scottish-American
April is Scottish American Heritage Month. Almost 30 million U.S. citizen claim Scottish or Scottish-Irish heritage. Although there are many national and local events to celebrate Scottish American Heritage Month, Tartan Day is a day carved out for an
annual celebration of Scottish culture and values. On April 6, 1320 the Declaration of Arbroath was signed. Tartan Days are celebrated with parades with signature pipe bands and Highland dancing. On April 6, 1998, the United States recognized Tartan
Day. Approximately 6 million people in the United States claim to have Scottish ancestry. National Tartan Day was designated to be recognized annually on April 6th by the United States House of Representatives on March 9, 2005. On April 4, 2008, April 6th was proclaimed as National Tartan Day by President George W. Bush. -
Celebrate Diversity Month
April is Celebrate Diversity Month, started in 2004 to recognize and honor the diversity surrounding us all. By celebrating differences and similarities during this month, organizers hope that people will get a deeper understanding of each other. -
REMOTE: US Course Selection & Transition to 12th gr (11th gr PARENTS)
Parent Meeting to Review Course Request Process & Transition to Next GradePlease join US Head Steve Soden, Director of Studies Kelly Wilson, grade deans, and others to discuss 2021-22 course request process, transitions to next grade level, and/or other grade specific topics. This meeting will be held remotely through Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm.
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World Autism Day
The fourteenth annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2021.Joined by the international community, hundreds of thousands of landmarks, buildings, homes and communities around the world come together on April 2, Autism Awareness Day, to Light It Up Blue in recognition of people with autism and those who love and support them.Autism-friendly events and educational activities take place all month, aiming to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism, foster worldwide support and inspire a kinder, more inclusive world.Join us for World Autism Awareness Month to help us spread kindness and autism awareness! -
Easter
Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a festival and holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day after his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD. -
REMOTE: US Course Selection & Transition to 11th gr (10th gr PARENTS)
Parent Meeting to Review Course Request Process & Transition to Next GradePlease join US Head Steve Soden, Director of Studies Kelly Wilson, grade deans, and others to discuss 2021-22 course request process, transitions to next grade level, and/or other grade specific topics. This meeting will be held remotely through Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm.
See the Binnacle for the zoom link. -
LS Vision & Hearing Screening
Please watch The Binnacle for details. -
International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Rwanda Genocide
April 7, 2004 was recognized as an international observance the International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Rwandan genocide by the United Nations. Commemorative events were held in several major cities including Kigali, Rwanda; New York City, United States; Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania; and Geneva, Switzerland. -
US & MS First-Wednesday-of-the-Month Delayed Opening
Severn starts school at 10:00 a.m. on Teel Campus (please see the school calendar). Proctoring begins at 8 a.m. in the supervised Study Hall for those families who need to drop off their child(ren) earlier. Middle Schoolers and Upper Schoolers report to Bauer Dining Hall. There is no charge for this service. Sixth graders are dismissed at 3:00 pm on 2-hour delayed openings. -
REMOTE: US Course Selection & Transition to 10th gr (9th gr PARENTS)
Parent Meeting to Review Course Request Process & Transition to Next GradePlease join US Head Steve Soden, Director of Studies Kelly Wilson, grade deans, and others to discuss 2021-22 course request process, transitions to next grade level, and/or other grade specific topics. This meeting will be held remotely through Zoom from 6:30-7:30pm.
See the Binnacle for the zoom link. -
Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah)
The internationally recognized date for Holocaust Remembrance Day corresponds to the 27th day of Nisan on the Hebrew calendar. It marks the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.In Hebrew, Holocaust Remembrance Day is called Yom Hashoah. When the actual date of Yom Hashoah falls on a Friday, the state of Israel observes Yom Hashoah on the preceding Thursday. When it falls on a Sunday, Yom Hashoah is observed on the following Monday. In the United States, Days of Remembrance runs from the Sunday before Yom Hashoah through the following Sunday.2021 Thursday, April 82022 Thursday, April 28 -
LS Dress Down Day
A Dress Down Day is scheduled at the Lower School for Friday, April 9! -
LS: Open Doors (week of 4/12-4/16)
Open Doors is a program designed to engage Lower School students in lessons, activities, and conversations that promote inclusivity. This program, taught by Ms. Renee Spears and assisted by LS Librarian Ms. Kristen Kwisnek, encourages students to reflect upon and celebrate our differences and our similarities. Students enjoy time together to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings as well as listen to the thoughts and feelings of others.Last Stop on Market StreetIn this spring's sessions, students will explore the meaning of beauty in all its forms. In a variety of creative activities using different media, students will find beauty in unexpected places.Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a lovely, warm picture book, with strong and commendable themes of intergenerational friendship, building community, and finding beauty in unlikely places. It includes other messages as well: inequality (focusing on what you have instead of what you don’t have), the value of helping the less fortunate, and how to grow up to be a good person (as guided by your Nana). This book also provides an unforgettable lesson in empathy and patience. -
Ramadan (4/12 - 5/24)
Ramadan, also spelled Ramazan, Ramzan, Ramadhan or Ramathan, is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. -
LS: Open Doors (week of 4/12-4/16)
Open Doors is a program designed to engage Lower School students in lessons, activities, and conversations that promote inclusivity. This program, taught by Ms. Renee Spears and assisted by LS Librarian Ms. Kristen Kwisnek, encourages students to reflect upon and celebrate our differences and our similarities. Students enjoy time together to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings as well as listen to the thoughts and feelings of others.Last Stop on Market StreetIn this spring's sessions, students will explore the meaning of beauty in all its forms. In a variety of creative activities using different media, students will find beauty in unexpected places.Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a lovely, warm picture book, with strong and commendable themes of intergenerational friendship, building community, and finding beauty in unlikely places. It includes other messages as well: inequality (focusing on what you have instead of what you don’t have), the value of helping the less fortunate, and how to grow up to be a good person (as guided by your Nana). This book also provides an unforgettable lesson in empathy and patience. -
PreACT, SAT, Transition to College
On Tuesday, April 13, Severn sophomores will be taking the PreACT in the gym, Severn Juniors will be taking the SAT on campus and the seniors will participate in Transition to College activities. These activities are only for Severn students. Students must complete the LiveSafe App prior to arriving at school. Masks must be worn and social distancing will be enforced. Students should come prepared with several sharpened #2 pencils, erasers and an approved calculator and should arrive at 7:30 am. -
US Freshman Class Activity
CLASS of 2024 - FRESHMEN- Freshmen will be on campus for class bonding activities.
- Students should arrive by 8 AM.
- Dismissal will be at 12:00 noon. Please plan accordingly.
- More details will be provided as the day gets closer.
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REMOTE: Digital Citizenship Presentation with Zach Jahnigen
Location: Price6th Grade: 2:25-3:15 pm
7th and 8th Grade: 1:25-2:15 pm
Please see Binnacle for details. -
LS: Open Doors (week of 4/12-4/16)
Open Doors is a program designed to engage Lower School students in lessons, activities, and conversations that promote inclusivity. This program, taught by Ms. Renee Spears and assisted by LS Librarian Ms. Kristen Kwisnek, encourages students to reflect upon and celebrate our differences and our similarities. Students enjoy time together to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings as well as listen to the thoughts and feelings of others.Last Stop on Market StreetIn this spring's sessions, students will explore the meaning of beauty in all its forms. In a variety of creative activities using different media, students will find beauty in unexpected places.Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a lovely, warm picture book, with strong and commendable themes of intergenerational friendship, building community, and finding beauty in unlikely places. It includes other messages as well: inequality (focusing on what you have instead of what you don’t have), the value of helping the less fortunate, and how to grow up to be a good person (as guided by your Nana). This book also provides an unforgettable lesson in empathy and patience. -
All Divisions Individual Student Portraits
The Lower, Middle and Upper School will have individual student portraits taken on 4/14 and 4/15. See Binnacle for details. -
8th Graders to Price for Course Selections
Dear 8th Graders,I am inviting you to your course request meeting that will occur on Wednesday, April 14th at 1:25pm in Price. Ms. Etchison and I will be walking you through the course selection process. The course selections will all occur online. You will also see what courses you have been recommended for next year. Please know that you will have almost a week to talk to your advisors, teachers, and of course your parents, to make the decision on what courses and elective(s) will be best for you to have a successful 1st year in high school! (Course requests will close on Tuesday, April 20th at 1:00pm.) -
LS: Open Doors (week of 4/12-4/16)
Open Doors is a program designed to engage Lower School students in lessons, activities, and conversations that promote inclusivity. This program, taught by Ms. Renee Spears and assisted by LS Librarian Ms. Kristen Kwisnek, encourages students to reflect upon and celebrate our differences and our similarities. Students enjoy time together to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings as well as listen to the thoughts and feelings of others.Last Stop on Market StreetIn this spring's sessions, students will explore the meaning of beauty in all its forms. In a variety of creative activities using different media, students will find beauty in unexpected places.Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a lovely, warm picture book, with strong and commendable themes of intergenerational friendship, building community, and finding beauty in unlikely places. It includes other messages as well: inequality (focusing on what you have instead of what you don’t have), the value of helping the less fortunate, and how to grow up to be a good person (as guided by your Nana). This book also provides an unforgettable lesson in empathy and patience. -
All Divisions Individual Student Portraits
The Lower, Middle and Upper School will have individual student portraits taken on 4/14 and 4/15. See Binnacle for details. -
REMOTE: MS Talent Show
Location: PriceThe Talent Show is open to all Middle Schoolers who would like to showcase a special interest or ability for the delight and enrichment of their peers. Acts range from singing and dancing, to skits, magic shows, and unique creative displays of art and creativity! All acts will be recorded (video or audio) and compiled into a movie that will be shown to the MS on Thursday, April 15. Details about submitting videos will be posted on the "Calendar, Clubs, and Events" Topics Page. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Donovan at k.donovan@severnschool.com
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LS: Open Doors (week of 4/12-4/16)
Open Doors is a program designed to engage Lower School students in lessons, activities, and conversations that promote inclusivity. This program, taught by Ms. Renee Spears and assisted by LS Librarian Ms. Kristen Kwisnek, encourages students to reflect upon and celebrate our differences and our similarities. Students enjoy time together to openly discuss their thoughts and feelings as well as listen to the thoughts and feelings of others.Last Stop on Market StreetIn this spring's sessions, students will explore the meaning of beauty in all its forms. In a variety of creative activities using different media, students will find beauty in unexpected places.Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, and illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a lovely, warm picture book, with strong and commendable themes of intergenerational friendship, building community, and finding beauty in unlikely places. It includes other messages as well: inequality (focusing on what you have instead of what you don’t have), the value of helping the less fortunate, and how to grow up to be a good person (as guided by your Nana). This book also provides an unforgettable lesson in empathy and patience. -
ACT on campus for Severn juniors only
The college counseling office will be offering the ACT for Severn JUNIORS ONLY on April 17 in the new gym. Students must have preregistered for the test, must bring their ACT entrance ticket and must complete the LiveSafe App prior to arriving at school. Masks must be worn and social distancing will be enforced. Students should come prepared with several sharpened #2 pencils, erasers and an approved calculator and should arrive at 7:30 am. -
Festival of Ridvan (4/19 - 5/1)
Riḍván is a twelve-day festival in the Baháʼí Faith, commemorating Baháʼu'lláh's declaration that he was a Manifestation of God. In the Baháʼí calendar, it begins at sunset on the 13th of Jalál, which translates to the 20th or 21st of April, depending on the date of the March equinox.
The Baháʼí Faith (/bəˈhɑːʔiː, bəˈhaɪ/; Persian: بهائی Bahāʼi) is a new religion[a] teaching the essential worth of all religions and the unity of all people.[b] Established by Baháʼu'lláh in the 19th century, it initially developed in Persia and parts of the Middle East, where it has faced ongoing persecution since its inception.[13] The religion is estimated to have over five million adherents, known as Baháʼís, spread throughout most of the world's countries and territories.[14] -
LS: Head for the Day
Henry Kennedy '28 will be the Lower School Head for the Day on Tuesday, April 20, and he has a great day planned for our Lower School students!Henry has chosen Tuesday, April 20, as "OLYMPICS DAY". All Lower School students may dress down in Olympic themed attire, representing the United States or another country of their choice, and/or an Olympic sport, for a $1 donation.Funds raised will support Maryland Therapeutic Riding (https://www.horsesthatheal.org/).On April 20, lunch will be provided for the Class of 2028 (fifth grade students). Lunch for fifth graders will include Ledo Pizza, drinks, and donuts. Fifth grade students may also bring lunches from home on this day.Students in Preschool through Fourth Grade should bring their lunches on this day.We are looking forward to Henry's special day! -
REMOTE: Transition to Severn & Course Selection (for families new to Severn 2021-22)
New to Severn: Parent & Student meeting
Please join US Head Steve Soden, Director of Studies Kelly Wilson, grade deans, and others to discuss 2021-22 course request process, transitions to next grade level, and/or other grade specific topics. This meeting format will be announced at the beginning of April but please mark your calendars now for this mandatory event.
*At least one parent/guardian and incoming student must be in attendance.
See the Binnacle for the zoom link. -
8th Grade Vision and Hearing Screening
Location: Dance StudioThe Middle School, in cooperation with Anne Arundel County School Health Services, will conduct a Vision and Hearing Screening on Wednesday, April 21st. All 8th grade students, any students who are new to Anne Arundel County, and any other students whose parents request it (in writing, no later than April 16th) will be screened. You may also request (in writing, no later than April 16th) that your child not be screened if he/she is in a group to be screened. You may send any such written requests via e-mail to Melissa Wienk (m.wienk@severnschool.com)Please remind your child to wear their glasses/contacts on the April 21st. -
Activity Adviser Appreciation Day
This year’s Activity Adviser Appreciation Day (AAAD) will be on April 21, 2021. Just like their student leaders, advisers faced every challenge this year head on—and they deserve limitless gratitude.Whether leading an Honor Society chapter, student council, social club, special interest group, or school committee, advisers take on added responsibilities outside of the classroom. These educators are committed to leading and mentoring students for the betterment of the entire school community. -
Administrative Professionals Day
National Professional Secretaries Week and National Secretary's Day was created in 1952 through the work of Harry F. Klemfuss of Young and Rubicam. Klemfuss recognized the importance and value of the secretarial position, to a company or business and to management. His goal in creating this day, was to encourage more women to become secretaries. (Nowadays, that would be both women and men). Using his skill and experience in public relations, Klemfuss, promoted the values and importance of the job that secretaries do. In doing so, he also created the holiday in recognition of the importance of secretaries. -
AIMS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Each year AIMS hosts the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference and themes and speakers are selected by a group of AIMS DEI practitioners who work together throughout the year on this program and others offered by the association. The 2021 DEI conference will be focused on serving the needs of people of color, allies, and DEI practitioners in our community, rather than on offering introductory content. -
Earth Day
Earth Day is an annual event celebrated around the world on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First celebrated in 1970, it now includes events coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network in more than 193 countries. -
AIMS Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Each year AIMS hosts the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference and themes and speakers are selected by a group of AIMS DEI practitioners who work together throughout the year on this program and others offered by the association. The 2021 DEI conference will be focused on serving the needs of people of color, allies, and DEI practitioners in our community, rather than on offering introductory content. -
Middle School Student Leadership in Diversity Conference
The 2021 Middle School Student Leadership in Diversity Conference (MSSLDC) will take place virtually on Friday, April 23rd. The theme for this year’s conference is "Activating Our Identities, Using Our Voices, & Making Good Trouble"At the conference, students from area independent and public schools will come together to learn about and celebrate Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice. At this year’s conference the keynote speaker will be André Robert Lee, creator of the film The Prep School Negro. After the keynote, the students will engage in a host of activities facilitated by trained Upper School student facilitators. -
National Day of Silence
Day of Silence is GLSEN's annual day of action to spread awareness about the effects of the bullying and harassment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) students. In the United States, students take a day-long vow of silence to symbolically represent the silencing of LGBTQ students.The Day of Silence has been held each year in April since 1996. -
US Prom
See Binnacle for details. -
Earth Day Clean-up
See Binnacle for details -
No Class - Professional Development*
*Given the fluid nature of the pandemic, any dates are subject to change to address new public health concerns, if, and as they emerge. -
US Spirit Week
Schedule and Daily Themes:Tuesday April 27th -- Trendy Tuesday -- Memes, Tiktok,, Celebrities, Trendy Styles/ClothesAdmiral Hour -- Fine Arts AssemblyWednesday April 28th -- Workout Wednesday -- wear your athletic jersey, favorite team jerseyMorning Meeting -- Class Banner revealThursday April 29th -- Throwback Thursday -- wear clothing from a previous decadeAdmiral Hour -- Hallway DecorationFriday April 30th -- Class Color Day -- Seniors last dayAdmiral Hour -- divided in two: Extended Advisory / Morning Meeting (winners of Spirit Week revealed) -
REMOTE--LS/MS Parent Coffee for incoming 6th Graders
Join us at 8:30-9:30 am. BYOC (coffee)! Middle School Head Dan Keller invites all parents of incoming 6th graders to learn about the transition to middle school at the Teel Campus.
Please check Binnacle for zoom link. -
US Spring Vocal Concert
More details coming soon. -
US Spirit Week
Schedule and Daily Themes:Tuesday April 27th -- Trendy Tuesday -- Memes, Tiktok,, Celebrities, Trendy Styles/ClothesAdmiral Hour -- Fine Arts AssemblyWednesday April 28th -- Workout Wednesday -- wear your athletic jersey, favorite team jerseyMorning Meeting -- Class Banner revealThursday April 29th -- Throwback Thursday -- wear clothing from a previous decadeAdmiral Hour -- Hallway DecorationFriday April 30th -- Class Color Day -- Seniors last dayAdmiral Hour -- divided in two: Extended Advisory / Morning Meeting (winners of Spirit Week revealed) -
US Spring Instrumental Concert
More details coming soon. -
US Spirit Week
Schedule and Daily Themes:Tuesday April 27th -- Trendy Tuesday -- Memes, Tiktok,, Celebrities, Trendy Styles/ClothesAdmiral Hour -- Fine Arts AssemblyWednesday April 28th -- Workout Wednesday -- wear your athletic jersey, favorite team jerseyMorning Meeting -- Class Banner revealThursday April 29th -- Throwback Thursday -- wear clothing from a previous decadeAdmiral Hour -- Hallway DecorationFriday April 30th -- Class Color Day -- Seniors last dayAdmiral Hour -- divided in two: Extended Advisory / Morning Meeting (winners of Spirit Week revealed) -
US Spirit Week
Schedule and Daily Themes:Tuesday April 27th -- Trendy Tuesday -- Memes, Tiktok,, Celebrities, Trendy Styles/ClothesAdmiral Hour -- Fine Arts AssemblyWednesday April 28th -- Workout Wednesday -- wear your athletic jersey, favorite team jerseyMorning Meeting -- Class Banner revealThursday April 29th -- Throwback Thursday -- wear clothing from a previous decadeAdmiral Hour -- Hallway DecorationFriday April 30th -- Class Color Day -- Seniors last dayAdmiral Hour -- divided in two: Extended Advisory / Morning Meeting (winners of Spirit Week revealed)
