South River High
Good evening, South River Seahawks,
This is Principal Smith emailing with important information and updates pertaining to the 2025-26 school year. Every other week, a new Seahawk Scoop will be sent out electronically to the community to share information that will pertain to the happenings of the school. Please use this communication as well as messages posted on the website (www.southriverhigh.org), AACPS App, twitter (@SRSeahawksaacps), and Instagram(srseahawkdsaacps) to stay informed.
Do you want to see what your child is doing in class? Do you want to see their grades? Follow the link below to AACPS Connect to create an account. See attached document for more information and use the links below to navigate to information on signing up!
For more information on AACPSConnect, visit www.aacps.org/aacpsconnect
For more information on the Canvas LMS, visit www.aacps.org/lms
A Message from Yearbook
Yearbooks are now on sale! www.jostensyearbooks.com. Please note that the South River High School yearbook is a summer delivery. Jostens will ship pre-ordered books directly to homes over the summer (to the address on file with the purchase record) after they are printed. A summer delivery of the yearbook allows for the yearbook staff to include a full year’s worth of all-inclusive coverage for our student body, including spring sports and senior events such as prom, awards, and graduation.
Underclass Photos
September 15 and 16. Students will have photos taken during English classes. After the portraits are taken, students will have a QR Camera Card to take home, which details when and how to access their gallery.
SENIOR Yearbook Information:
11/18/2025 is the deadline for senior photo selection for the yearbook. After that date, we cannot guarantee your photo (if taken late and after the deadline) or your preferred image (if you change your mind and want a different pose) will be included in the yearbook.
Senior Siblings Photos - use this form to submit by October 31: https://forms.gle/siCEKwJyQEiv2qmj8
Senior NOW and THEN Photos - use this form to submit by October 31: https://forms.gle/gP7x8TaLvgrcnn9D6
Message from PBIS
We are excited to share that this year our Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Team is introducing several new activities to recognize and celebrate the amazing efforts of our students and staff. One of these new initiatives is our RRE Tickets, which highlight students who demonstrate Respectful, Responsible, and Engaged behaviors across all areas of school life.
Students can earn RRE tickets for showing positive behaviors and then choose how to use them. They may spend their tickets at the Seahawk Store (open once a month) or save them to participate in special quarterly events. This gives students the opportunity to enjoy immediate rewards or practice responsibility by saving for larger celebrations.
To help make this initiative a success, we are reaching out to our community for support. Donations can be made through our Amazon Wishlist, local businesses, or other store locations. Your generosity directly benefits our students and encourages them to continue soaring above expectations.
We are truly grateful for the ongoing support of our families and community partners. Together, we can make this a successful and positive school year for all!
Attention Seahawks
Donations Needed for Kickoff Carnival Concessions and Homecoming
Kickoff Carnival - Friday September 19th
Concession donations are needed to help us raise money for the Class of 2026. Our Kickoff Carnival is Friday September 19th during 2nd period. Tickets for the event are $5 and include admission to the event, games, and activities. All donated concessions will be sold for $1-$2. Any additional items we have left over will be used at Homecoming. Please CLICK HERE to sign up to donate items to the event. You are welcome to ship directly to the school (Attn: Monica Morgan, 201 Central Ave. East, Edgewater, MD, 21037) or drop items off by Thursday September 18th. Thank you!!
CLOSING SOON - Get Your South River Spirit Wear! 🎉
The brand-new South River Spirit Wear Store is officially OPEN—but only for a limited time! Now’s your chance to grab the latest Seahawk gear and show off your school pride at games, events, and around the community. From hoodies to tees to accessories, there’s something for everyone in the family.
The store will close on Wednesday, September 11, so don’t wait—order today and be ready to cheer on South River in style! CLICK HERE for the online store!
Go Seahawks!
Class of 2026 – It's Time to Celebrate!
Senior year is finally here, and it’s time to start getting ready for graduation!
It is now time to order your official South River graduation announcements, senior apparel, keepsakes, and Class Rings directly online at jostens.com during:
Senior Order Week: September 19th – 26th
👉 Click here to order your graduation items!
Don’t miss out! Order during Order Week to ensure you receive the custom South River graduation announcement, on-time delivery, and receive exclusive group pricing!
Cap & Gown Unit: All seniors will place their Cap & Gown order during Advisory on September 24th. The Cap & Gown unit includes a tassel and is covered by senior dues.
DELIVERY INFORMATION:
-Senior apparel and keepsake items will ship directly to your home 2 weeks after you place your order.
-Graduation Announcements, personalized paper items at school in Feb/March (date TBD)
We look forward to helping you celebrate this exciting milestone!
Questions? Contact Jostens:
📞 410-793-0410
📧 lindsey.glamp@jostens.com
Class of 2026- After Prom Committee Message
I am heading up the After Prom Party Committee this year. We will also discuss fundraising opportunities such as Bingo and restaurant nights. I am looking forward to hosting a meeting in early September. Please email me at katie.epperly76@gmail.com if you would like to be included in the meeting. Thank you!
From the Global Communications & Public Affairs (GCPA) Signature Program
AACC College Pathway Opportunities
GCPA has partnered with Anne Arundel Community College to offer a certification pathway in Business Management & Business Communications. Participating students begin their college journey during junior year, completing 2 AACC courses on location at South River High School. They will complete 4 courses during senior year, and upon completion of the 18-credit program, students will earn a certification from AACC in Business Management & Business Communications. Our first cohort begins in a few weeks! Students in 10th grade will have the opportunity to learn more about the program during the year, and those eligible can enter a lottery for one of the 22 seats available. Students enrolled in the GCPA Program have priority access. Please contact Josh White, GCPA Program Coordinator, with any questions (jtwhite@aacps.org).
Call for ICST Members
The GCPA Signature Program is looking to add members to our community stakeholders’ team. The Integrated Community Stakeholders Team, or ICST, meets monthly to coordinate events like mock interviews and guest speakers, provide input and feedback on GCPA curriculum, and offers opportunities for students to develop communications and other professional skills. Meetings are generally virtual, with a few in-person get-togethers planned for this year. Professionals working in communications, public affairs or interests, or any related fields are welcome! Please email Josh White, GCPA Program Coordinator, for more information (jtwhite@aacps.org).
Calendar of Events
Event: PTSO Meeting
Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 6:00PM
Link: https://meet.google.com/dpr-rieu-mdr
Event: Fire Drill
Date: September 11, 2025
Time: @10:00AM
Event: Underclassmen Pictures (Grades 9-11)
Date: September 15th and 16th
Info: Students will take pictures through their English class. Purchasing information will be sent home with your child this week.
Event: SENIOR ASSEMBLY- Mandatory
Date: Wednesday September 17, 2025
Time: 11:00AM
Place: SR Auditorium
Details: Seniors will meet to kick off their final Joe Corbi’s fundraiser, receive information
about ordering caps and gowns from Jostens, and learn about class dues.
Event: Fire Drill
Date: September 22, 2025
Time: @2:00PM
Event: JOE CORBI’S SENIOR FUNDRAISER
Date: Monday September 22 - Friday October 6, 2025
Details: Please see the brochure that went home with students at the Senior Assembly for
details and instructions for online sales. Our community’s participation in this fundraiser
significantly impacts the cost of prom tickets.
Please Note: If you don’t wish to sell Joe Corbi’s to family and friends but still want to support the class of 2026, please consider a donation campaign as an alternate way to participate in the fundraiser. Donations can be made directly to the class of 2026 at https://tinyurl.com/2026RAISE
Event: GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS / CAP & GOWN ORDER WEEK
Date: September 29 * October 3, 2025
Details: Students must attend a MANDATORY ADVISORY on Wednesday October 1 to place the order for their cap and gown. All graduation announcements or additional keepsake items should be ordered from Jostens.com during order week to ensure the timely arrival of your order. South River and Jostens cannot guarantee items arriving on time that are not ordered during order week.
Event: School Closed
Date: September 23, 2025
Please see our website for the PTSO Early Bird Registration form, CAT South Open House, Trades Career Flyer, Canvas Parent One Pager, and the Coca Cola Scholarship opportunity for the Class of 2026.
I look forward to working with the South River Seahawk Community! Please do not hesitate to reach out to me (smsmith1@aacps.org).
Have a great evening!
Principal Smith
