South River High School Recognized as a Unified Champion Banner School
South River High School is improving the lives of so many, most importantly students, by making acceptance and inclusion typical in the day-to-day. - Special Olympics Maryland
South River High School Celebrates Its AP Capstone Diploma Recipients
“We proudly recognize the achievements of students who participated in the AP Capstone Diploma program,” said Ms. Smith, South River Principal. “With the help of dedicated teachers, our AP Capstone students explored their passions through scholarly research as part of an impactful, multiyear program. This meaningful college readiness program will serve our students well after high school.”
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Certifies New Schoolyard Habitat at South River High
“We wanted to demonstrate our school’s commitment to sustainability and environmental protection,” said Green Technologies Pathway lead and STEM teacher Charlotte Flury. “The garden makes me feel more attached to my community. I love seeing a splash of nature next to my school building.” said Macie Culpepper, Green Tech STEM student.
AACPS STEM Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence in Students and Teachers
"The best way to predict the future is to invent it" - Alan Kay, Winner of the A.M. Turing Award
South River High School Acknowledged as a Top Engineering Source School for 2023
The University of Maryland’s A. James Clark School of Engineering has named South River High School as one of its Top 25 Source Schools for 2023.
The Clark School ranks 19 overall among more than 200 undergraduate engineering programs, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023–24 Best Colleges rankings.
The University shared that it is greatly appreciative of South River HS for its excellent teachers and staff that have created essential links to the University’s in-state pipeline of outstanding undergraduates into their engineering programs. They are excited that the career field has a promising future knowing that the South River HS students will be included in the group that will provide leadership going forward. From artificial intelligence and autonomous systems to quantum technologies, semiconductors, and healthcare solutions, they feel that this group of University of Maryland engineers will become the leaders that develop the modern solutions needed for our ever changing society. The University extended its thanks to South River and AACPS STEM for the foundational work they do in education in the state of Maryland, future engineers, and society.
The University has proudly shared this exciting accomplishment and honor on the Clark School’s social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn). The principal at South River HS, Stacey Smith, was elated to receive the news and shared that this was an honor well deserved for all staff members, students, and families of South […]
South River High School named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll Gold School List
South River High School had 74% their of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school
Central Elementary School… The Spirit of Caring
This act of kindness is just one example of how caring and dedicated these teachers are. I am truly grateful for everything they do.
Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.
I am “forever looking towards the sky.”
2023 Rising Star at Edgewater Elementary – Brandon Woodroffe
Unless people like you care and awful lot of things won't change.
How STEM Helped Me Build My Future
With the guidance of my parents, I was able to realize that this whole time STEM was helping me build a stable future.
A Whole New World of Books
"Dear Ms. Radisi...I loved having you as a media teacher and I'm really sad that I can't do your lessons in person with you."--Rylee, Student, Crofton Meadows Elementary
Welcoming the Diversity of Our Family
"[Mrs. Joop] accepted our differences and made me and my family feel the Unity that you speak about in schools."--Bana Mahmoud, Parent, Crofton Meadows Elementary
How One Project Changed My Life
"This one project has impacted my life moving forward. Knowing now how much I enjoy research and analysis will help me when it comes to choosing a major in college or finding my career path." --Jocelyn, South River High School
Have Only Positive Expectations
"I refer to my teaching philosophy as "Soul Food" because of having the opportunity to beautifully educate my students in mind, body and soul."--Carla Matthews, Center of Applied Technology South
Presence Sets the Tone
"My philosophy of teaching is simple: make connections and strive to be your best self. As teachers, we shoulder great responsibility regarding the impact we have on our students' lives."--Laura Currey, Central Elementary