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.
A Message from Mrs. Bennett, AACC Transition Advisor
It’s time for students to consider enrolling in an AACC class for the spring semester through our Early College Access Program (ECAP). Registration opens on November 12th for the spring term which begins on January 21, 2026. Eligible students may take college classes at no cost. These college credits can be applied to a degree at AACC or transferred to a 4-year college. Students may take classes in-person at AACC or online. We will offer one spring class for seniors at SRHS-Personal & Community Health. Students should see Mrs. Bennett to register for this class. For more information about ECAP, please visit www.aacp.org/ecap. You may also contact Mrs. Bennett at dbennett@aacc.edu
REMINDER: Support your student and your school. JOIN PTSO!
https://www.southriverhigh.org/ptso
What does PTSO do?
- Sponsor multiple clubs and organizations, such as the Polar Bear
Plunge, FBLA and others
- Paid for picnic tables outside of the school for student use at
NEST
- Fund and staff Welcome Back breakfasts for staff
- Fund and staff End of Year lunches for staff
- Contribute to Teacher Appreciation Week
- Celebrate our bus drivers
- Contribute to After Prom activities
- Aid the school in receiving donations for the teacher's lounge
and the health room
- Act as a source of information for our parents
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.
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.
Class of 2026- Senior Send-Off Committee Message
Interested in helping with Senior Send-Off Activities? Attend our monthly meeting at Glory Days - the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Please help our seniors to have a great sendoff from South River!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/class-of-2026-senior-sendoff
Please email me at katie.epperly76@gmail.com if you have any questions. Thank you!
Harvest for the Hungry
Hello AACPS families! The 38th annual Harvest for the Hungry drive to benefit the Anne Arundel County Food Bank is now underway and will last until the end of October. This is the AACFB’s largest food drive of the year and they are counting on our support to help the more than 61,000 people in our county who are facing food insecurity.
Your generosity supports many programs, including food pantries, baby pantries, the Mobile Food Pantry, and the Backpack Buddies program with Anne Arundel County Public Schools. It is also a great opportunity for our students to learn to serve their community! Participation in the program teaches children valuable lessons about hunger, engages them in giving, and shows them they have the power to make a difference in their community.
This year, our school has set a goal to collect as many pounds of food as possible and $5000 in monetary donations to support the AACFB and help alleviate food insecurity in our community.
There are donation boxes inside the cafeteria doors on the left where students can put canned food into boxes labeled by graduating class. The class with the most donations wins an ice cream party! ALL non-perishable, non-expired foods are welcome! Please keep in mind that glass containers often break so please select plastic instead.
Funds can be donated easily online at aafoodbank.org/aacps– on the school drop down menu, be sure to select your student’s school.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions. Thank you for your generosity and support of our community!
Meredith McMahan, Interact Club Sponsor/Drive Coordinator
To learn more about the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, visit aafoodbank.org
The Virtual Homework Help program will begin for Middle and High School students in second marking period of the 2025-2026 school year.
Starting November 3, 2025, drop-in homework help sessions will be available for the following subjects on Mondays – Thursdays during the 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm timeslots.
· Middle School English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies
· High School English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies
· World Languages
These sessions will be general support with a teacher who teaches that level and content area. Students are encouraged to attend to receive support with homework or content-related questions. Please share the linked flyer with teachers, students, and families to promote the opportunity.
Further details and information can be found by visiting https://aacps.org/page/tutoring. Questions should be directed to tutoring@aacps.org or Regina Passwaters at rpasswaters@aacps.org
Calendar of Events
Seahawks Hockey Fans, it’s time for game faces on and ready to face off, as both our Varsity and JV teams have upcoming games.
Varsity:
11/7/25 vs HarCo - 6pm at Ice World Rink
JV:
11/10/25 vs Severna Park - 4:30pm at Bowie Ice Rink
Go Seahawks!!!
Winter athletic tryouts begin Saturday November 15th for wrestling, boys basketball, and girls basketball.
Winter athletic tryouts begin Monday November 17th for swimming, indoor track, and cheer.
Winter Sports Registration Link
All athletes must be registered with a post 6/1/25 physical with athletic clearance on FamilyID.
Winter Sports Tryout Times
https://southriverathletics.net/main/adnews/id/58401352
Event: Music Boosters Meeting
Date: November 4, 2025
Stay tuned for more information
Event: Rock N Soul
Date: November 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th
Time: 7:00PM
Location: SRHS Auditorium
Event: Tri-M Inductions
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: 7:00PM
Location: SRHS Auditorium
Event: PTSO Meeting and Parent Speaker Series Event
Date: November 12, 2025
Time: PTSO- 6PM, Parent Speaker Series Event- 6:30PM
Info: Stay tuned for links for both events.
Parent Speaker Series- Survival for Senior Parents
Topics will include Career Coaching Services, College/Career Information, Time Management, Student Needs, etc.
Event: Financial Aid/FAFSA Night
Date: November 13, 2025
Time: 6-7:30PM
Location: SRHS- in person event
Event: Athletic Booster Meeting
Date: November 17, 2025
Time: 6:00PM
Location: SRHS Cafeteria or Google Meet- https://meet.google.com/joo-wysb-aue
Event: Winter Meet the Coaches Night
Date: November 20, 2025
Time: 6:30PM
Location: SRHS Auditorium
Event: Parent/Teacher Conferences
Date: November 24th and 25th
Time: 7:30AM-3:30P
Location: Virtual
More information will be shared shortly on how to sign-up for a conference!
Event: School Closed
Date: November 26th, 27th and 28th
Happy Thanksgiving 🦃
Event: Polar Bear Plunge
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 9am
Location: Sandy Point State Park
Info:
Polar Bear Plunge Chaperones Needed!
The annual Polar Bear Plunge is coming up on Thursday, January 29, 2026, and we’re looking for parent volunteers to join us as chaperones for this all-day event. This is always an exciting and meaningful experience for our students, and your support helps make it possible!
If you’re interested in volunteering, please ensure your AACPS background check is completed or up to date before the event. More details will be shared with those who sign up. If you are interested in chaperoning, please e-mail Dr. West at: srwest@aacps.org. Thank you for helping make this memorable event a success!
AACPS background check: https://www.aacps.org/page/chaperonevolunteer-background-investigations/
PTSO Membership Form
Senior Pictures 2025
Canvas Directions to see MP 1 grades
Senior Survival Guide Presentation Flyer
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