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Voted The 2019 Small Business Administration Maryland Family-Owned Business Of The Year severna park, MD Ju an ary 15, 2020 A1 The Park Loses Two Community Icons AACPS Budget Proposal Focuses On New Nancy Brown Mary Carter Teachers, Pay Raises n his $1.36 billion operating budget Iproposal for Fiscal Year 2021, presented to the Board of Educa- tion on December 18, Superintendent George Arlotto included pay raises for employees and 195 classroom teaching positions to address enrollment increases and to reduce class sizes. More than 91% of AACPS Superintendent the new positions in George Arlotto Arlotto’s recommendation are for employees the social and emotional swim teacher who devoted nearly 70 years By Haley Weisgerber who will have daily contact needs of students. of her life to the sport, Nancy Brown passed with students. The recom- “The singular school coun- A away on January 1 after an eight-year battle everna Park is mourning the loss of longtime mendation also contains selor at Oak Hill Elemen- with cancer. She was 83. dance teacher and mentor Mary Carter, who 20 teaching assistants tary School in Severna Park Brown was a Pasadena resident, but she had a Spassed away on December 30. and permanent substitute currently has a caseload of profound impact on swimmers from Severna Park Born in 1931, Carter began private dance les- positions, 11.2 cultural arts more than 700 students, and statewide. She taught the sport to children sons at the age of 4 and was asked to teach at age teaching positions, and two far exceeding the American on Baltimore area summer swim teams, as well as 11. She dedicated her afternoons and weekends elementary reading/lan- School Counselor Associa- adults from 18 to over 90 when she founded the to teaching throughout high school and middle guage arts teachers. tion guidelines recommend- Maryland Masters program in 1974. school. In 1962, her husband’s work brought her to Dana Schallheim, who ing a ratio of one school “I just love seeing them get excited about swim- Severna Park and the rest, as they say, is history. represents District 5 on the counselor for every 250 ming and teaching them how to swim correctly,” The first Carter School of Dance opened with 60 Board of Education, said students,” Schallheim said. Brown said in a 2015 interview with the Severna students at the old Carrollton Manor Clubhouse. the 195 positions and any “Adding a school counselor Park Voice. “It’s thrilling, really, to see someone For 43 years, Carter was sponsored by the Young possible additions by the won’t achieve recommended change their strokes to something beautiful, be- Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) and Board are critical to keeping levels; it would, however, cause swimming is beautiful when it’s done right.” taught classes to over 800 students in Severna Anne Arundel “above the be a game changer for both Her love of swimming began as a child when she Park, Arnold, Pasadena, Odenton and Davidson- water line.” the current school counselor spent every summer at her grandmother’s house ville. In 2007, she sold the school but continued “Large class sizes and and every student she serves on the Magothy River, where she would swim all to operate it under her own name and creative too few student support at Oak Hill. Although final day, earning her the nickname “water rat.” Her direction. staff are problems created staffing decisions won’t be strong competitive spirit emerged as a member When the Severna Park Community Center by years, decades even, of made until the budget proof the Friends School Swim Team in Baltimore, purchased the school from the new owners in chronically underfunding cess is complete in June, I which she captained in 1953 and 1954. Her math 2013, the name changed to The Dance Center of our schools coupled with am optimistic that this year teacher and coach, Larry Peacock, encouraged her Severna Park, but Carter was asked to stay on as ever-increasing enrollment,” Oak Hill will finally receive to pursue a life of fitness through swimming. the creative director. Schallheim said. “Unlike the second school counselor Brown did not compete again until forming Though Carter’s studio endured many changes, a television sitcom that they desperately need.” Maryland Masters, which she led at the Catons- her passion for teaching never wavered. With over resolves problems immedi- The budget proposal also ville YMCA with a »»Continued on A8 50 years of experi- »»Continued on A8 ately, this system-wide chal- contains funding for 73.3 lenge will take many years special and alternative edu- and both determination cation positions, 10 English and advocacy from both the Language Acquisition teach- superintendent and county ers, five bilingual teaching government.” assistants, and two bilingual “A Seismic Shift In Both Chambers” Fifty-seven positions will facilitators. go to staff the new Crofton “When I think about the High School, which will obligation that we, as a — Breaking Down The 2020 Session open in September 2020 for school system, have to the freshmen and sophomores. nearly 85,000 students we Education, Vaping, And Sports Betting Are Among Agenda Items More positions will be al- serve every day, three words located as the school adds come to mind: opportunity, By Zach Sparks nall — a Democrat who EDUCATION significant expansion of a grade in each of the next intentionality and impact,” [email protected] represents Severna Park, Maryland is long over- full-day preschool, teacher two years. Arlotto told the Board in his Arnold and other areas due to update its spending raises, an internationally AACPS is educating ap- budget address. “It is only or the Maryland in District 33 — called it formulas. The Kirwan Com- benchmarked curriculum proximately 1,700 more through the creation of op- General Assembly, a “seismic shift for both mission was tasked with that enables most students students this year than it portunities, carried out with Fit’s a new dawn. It’s chambers,” while fellow studying the best school to achieve “college- and did just a year ago, the great- intentionality, that we can a new day. District 33 Delegate Sid systems in the world and career-ready” status, and est year-to-year increase in have the positive impacts on Maryland’s longest- Saab, a Republican, said he recommending changes several other initiatives. about 30 years. children that they deserve serving House of Delegates expects the new leaders to to put Maryland on a Now that the findings Arlotto’s recommendation and that our parents and speaker, Mike Busch, died share the same progressive path to similar prestige. are out, Maryland will have also funds nine additional community expect.” last April. Mike Miller message championed by After roughly two years to foot the bill, which has school counselors, two more Elementary schools spent more than three their predecessors. of research, the commis- been estimated at an ad- school psychologists, and a in the four clusters still decades as Senate presi- While their impact re- sion has recommended »»Continued on A9 social worker to help meet »»Continued on A7 dent before stepping down mains to be seen, one thing before this session. is certain: Maryland is set When the 441st session to debate important issues got underway on Janu- with longstanding implica- ary 7, the House had new tions. Education reform, The State Of Anne Arundel County leadership with Baltimore sports betting, e-cigarettes County Democrat Adri- and Baltimore City crime When County Executive that might not be the Body Cameras enne Jones, and the Senate are some of the thousands Steuart Pittman held his last tax hike. When he announces his welcomed Baltimore City of issues that will be ad- State of the County address Fiscal Year 2021 budget Democrat Bill Ferguson as dressed during the 90- in December, he outlined recommendation this May, its new president. day session. several key initiatives. Had we been allowed Pittman will include fund- Delegate Heather Bag- Here are some takeaways to tax progressively like ing for body-worn cameras Anne Arundel paired with comments the state and the feds for police officers. County Executive from Pittman. do, that figure would “I have thought long and Steuart Pittman hard about the stress these Taxes have been higher. Stay Staffing For Teachers Inside tuned on that front, officers are under and also Last year’s budget raised as we work to shift the about how to build the And Public Safety Community...... A1-A12 Sports...... B1-B5 income and property taxes burden away from our community trust that is so Pittman touted the ad- Politics & Opinion...... A13-A14 School & Youth...... B6-B9 to fund education, public lowest-paid residents. essential to effective polic- dition of 140 teachers, 35 Business ...... A15-A16 Arts & Entertainment. B10-B12 safety, and transporta- ing. My conclusion is that counselors and 50 special Business Directory...... B8-B9 tion infrastructure — and transparency is the answer.” »»Continued on A2 facebook.com/severnaparkvoice @SPVoice @severnaparkvoice A2 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice

Publishers State Of The Dianna Lancione Margueritte Mills Anne Arundel Literacy Council Volunteers County Lonnie Lancione Volunteer Chief Operating Officer Of The Month Make Impact, Help Community »»Continued from A1 Larry Sells education instructors this V.P., Operations By Chris Fincham school year. But it’s not Brian Lancione state of Maryland, you enough, he said. Sales Account Executive During her sophomore have to do all of it again. “Investing in public educa- Stacy McDonough year at George Washing- She didn’t have the tion, both K-12 and Anne Shannon Vitielliss ton University, Courtney confidence to go in and Arundel Community College, Stoner participated in pass the test. is the only way we will reduce Inside Sales Support Heather Lancione an internship with the “Well, we have to teach the intergenerational poverty Anne Arundel County in a public place and the that faces too many children Editor Literacy Council. MVA is a public place, in our least affluent neighbor- Zach Sparks Years later, her parents so let’s have class at the hoods. But it is also our most Sports Editor have become mainstays MVA! She got her license, powerful driver of overall Colin Murphy within the organization, and since then has also economic growth.” Assistant Editor helping students and vol- gotten a better job,” The county went from 693 to Chris Fincham unteers alike throughout Mary Anne said. “She 791 sworn police officers in one Editorial Assistant the county, while discov- Uber drives part-time, year. Fire and police depart- Haley Weisgerber ering a passion for teach- and she’s become a men- ments still need support. ing and helping others. tor to middle school and “At our fire department, Creative Director Bob and Mary Anne Bob and Mary Anne Stoner were presented with their high school girls who are the call volume for each one Will Nauman Stoner had no idea their Volunteer of the Month certificates by Severna Park Voice having similar problems. of the last five years rose by Reporters daughter’s internship Editor Zach Sparks. “It shouldn’t be a an average of 7%. Staffing Laura McElwain Colquhoun would lead to this. With stigma that you don’t was stagnant, and our trucks Sharon Mager Darrell Mak no teaching experience, trusting relationship changing events achieve- know how to read — it’s were going out short-staffed Judy Tacyn the Severna Park resi- with this person and you ments as well. just another skill that too often.” Huck Talwar dents casually expressed can just see them grow.” “I’ve been lucky to you need to learn,” said an interest in their Bob said, “It’s almost have a student for three Mary Anne. Accountability Columnists Heather Bagnall daughter’s endeavor, like you become a little and a half years, and she The AACLC hosts large Pittman cited the upcom- Mary Cobbler which quickly led to part of their families, actually just bought her group training ses- ing launch of an open data Amanda Fiedler much more. and then you get to see first house,” Bob said. sions for new volunteers portal as one example of his Ellen Kinsella “We said to her, ‘That’s somebody on kind of a “Buying a car, signing a twice a year at Woods administration’s commitment Liz League Michael Malone great, we’d always like to weekly basis, go from lease, buying a home - Memorial Presbyterian to hold county government Lauren Burke Meyer teach somebody how to barely speaking Eng- it’s life skills.” Church. The sessions accountable. Steuart Pittman read,’” explained Mary lish at all, to confident The program provides focus on general train- “That’s why we’re starting Dana Schallheim Anne. “And she said, and capable.” all the materials and ing and then break out Arundel Stat, a new open data Contributors ‘Ok great, I’ve emailed “You can see from plans but also allows vol- into what the tutors are portal that will be launched in David Diggs the director and he’s the first day with some unteers a lot of flexibil- likely going to focus on 2020, allowing the public to see Dr. Kimberly Gostyla expecting to hear from students, that they’re re- ity, which enables them everything from basic how we measure not only the Jason LaBarge you guys!’” ally not confident - head to cater to each student. literacy and ESL to test- successes of our programs, but David Wyscaver Now, the Stoners are down, little eye contact. “With this program, taking and GED-prep, all also the shortcomings.” active tutors, trainers And now they come in for some it’s related to aimed at adult learners He also shared plans to and advisors within happy and they’re just work and things,” Mary throughout the county. limit the current modifica- The Severna Park Voice the AACLC. They teach like, ‘Hey how’s it go- Anne said, “but other Learn more about the tion process, which allows the is published by English Literacy Council ing?’” said May Anne. people want to be able to Anne Arundel County county’s Planning and Zoning Volunteers Make Impact, Helping members of follow recipes, help kids Literacy Council at www. officer to unilaterally facilitate Family owned and Help Community the community become with homework, or read icanread.org. If you are development projects that do operated since 1981 learners — English more fluent and liter- notes from teachers.” interested in supporting not conform to county code. Please send your news to: [email protected] as a Second Language ate can help with seem- One student had let the organization by be- “Land use plans and laws P.O. 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Maryland public schools hasn’t creating community schools to including curriculum frame- the possibilities. it was really the account- State officials estimate that been changed since the Bridge address students and families works, course syllabi and “It’s exciting to see some- ability to fund that dropped sports betting and recreational to Excellence in Public Schools that are maybe living in con- assessments. thing that is so innovative and off. When that happened, marijuana might generate Act was passed in 2002, but the centrated poverty. So it really Career and technical educa- forward-looking,” Bagnall said. you could see the progress of between $50 million and $200 Kirwan Commission is poised takes a holistic look at our tion would be celebrated. Every “For a long time, we treated students start to stagnate and million each, with cannabis be- to change that fact. education.” middle and high school would career development as a lesser drop off.” ing more lucrative. Now that lawmakers have be staffed with mentors to path to college, not as an equal In an August report pub- convened for the 2020 session The Recommendations counsel and advise students on path to higher education.” What Will Anne lished by the Pew Charitable of the General Assembly, they And The Cost career and technical options. Delegate Sid Saab said the Arundel Pay? Trusts, Josh Lehner, senior must decide how much of the For all the Kirwan ini- Schools serving high popula- cost is high for a state that According to data presented economist with Oregon’s Of- commission’s findings they tiatives, the total cost is a tions of students living in already spends so much on by the Kirwan Commission, fice of Economic Analysis, ex- will fund. projected $3.8 billion annually poverty would get a boost with education per pupil, and Anne Arundel would not need plained the uncertainty. When Learn how the changes in addition to current spend- before- and after-school and “there is no guaranteed out- to exceed its current spending trying to forecast the revenue might affect your kids and ing. That cost would be phased summer academic programs come” when spending more until Fiscal Year 2028 when of alcohol or cigarettes, the your wallet. in over 10 years. Maryland and student access to needed money to see better student the added contribution would government can refer to de- got a head start in 2019 when health and social services. performance. be $8.4 million, jumping to cades of data. With cannabis, Why Was The the General Assembly passed An accountability oversight According to a map pub- an additional $50.2 million such data does not exist. Commission Formed? the Blueprint for Maryland’s board would ensure the recom- lished in June 2019 by Educa- in Fiscal Year 2029, and $95.9 “For standard forecasting The Maryland General Future, which was a down pay- mendations are successfully tion Week, Maryland spends million by Fiscal Year 2030. models, it’s helpful to have Assembly passed legislation ment on the initiatives. implemented. $13,146 per pupil, above the That last projection is fourth- more detail about demograph- in 2016 to establish the The Kirwan Commission has national average of $12,756 but highest among Maryland’s 24 ics, consumption and product Commission on Innovation recommended the expansion Pros And Cons below states like Pennsylvania jurisdictions, which is in line types,” Lehner said. “We’re and Excellence in Education. of full-day preschool, to be free The commission’s findings ($16,122), New York ($19,697) with Anne Arundel having the not there, and other states Chaired by a former president for all 3- and 4-year-olds from and next steps have largely and Vermont ($20,540). fourth-highest population. I’ve talked to aren’t there of the University of Maryland, low-income families. been a partisan debate. Demo- Republicans have also Prince George’s County ($360.9 yet either.” William “Brit” Kirwan, the Under the proposals, teach- crats want to fund most of the expressed skepticism because million) and Baltimore City 25-member commission was er preparation would be more findings while Republicans say the last time the funding ($329.4 million) top the list in Final Thoughts tasked with reviewing the cur- rigorous, and teacher pay the price tag is too high and formulas were changed as a FY2030, with eight counties Democrats and Republicans rent funding formula and with would be equitable to other that there is no way to guaran- result of the 2002 legislation, owing nothing more than the agree that Maryland’s stan- making recommendations that professionals with the same tee results. another group, the Thornton current spending. dardized test scores are in the would help students meet the amount of education. Using “I think the findings about Commission, was behind the Under the recommenda- middle of the pack; they differ challenges of a changing global Singapore and Shanghai as teacher accountability and recommendations. Their work tions, state aid would increase on whether funding is the so- economy and fulfill the state’s models, career ladders for improving things within the produced mixed results. each year as well, with Anne lution or if more accountability workforce needs. teachers and school leaders classroom are good,” said Bost, who taught fourth Arundel getting an additional is the answer. From September 2016 to would be developed, creating Michael Malone, a Republican and fifth grade in Baltimore $30.3 million (over what the A showdown looms this ses- 2019, the members studied new standards for advance- from District 33. “I have a County at that time, said law currently requires) in Fis- sion as both sides try to find school systems across the ment and compensation. concern with making manda- schools did see student success cal Year 2022 and an additional a compromise on funding for world to come up with the best “When we compare teach- tory pre-K for all. That is a and smaller class sizes until $173.5 million by 2030. public schools. Bagnall thinks practices for improving educa- ers to other professions that very pricey item, and I’m not the recession in 2008. the cost is worth it. tion in Maryland. require the same amount of sure the studies show that “When we measured stu- How Will Maryland “On average, education has a “The Kirwan Commission education, we make 85 cents you get a return on that, and I dents based on academic out- Afford The Changes? one-to-seven return, $7 for ev- not only looked at funding,” on the dollar,” Bost said. “We think much of early childhood comes, we saw great increas- Governor Larry Hogan is ery $1 invested,” Bagnall said, said Cheryl Bost, president are definitely underpaid, and education should be left for the es,” Bost said. “Then, when the not the Kirwan Commission’s “but the statistical analyses of of Maryland State Education we are experiencing teacher families to make the decision recession hit and many of our biggest supporter, mostly the Kirwan recommendation Association, “they looked at shortages even today, and and for the state not to neces- local jurisdictions supplanted because of the cost involved. has that margin closer to one the whole programmatic parts so the need to raise salaries sarily be stepping in.” money that was coming from “After more than three years to 17, which is what they saw of meetings, the Kirwan Tax over a 40-year study in Penn- Hike Commission has still sylvania, just with early child- General Counsel to Community failed to produce any plan to hood education investment.” Associations Throughout Maryland pay for its massive spending Saab looks at the Thornton and the District of Columbia proposals, which will cost tax- Commission as a cautionary Our Services Include: payers more than $30 billion,” tale. “The Thornton Commis- Document Amendments, he said in an announcement. sion spent double on education Covenant Enforcement, and “Local leaders agree with me and the scores and graduat- Delinquency Reduction — they will not support the ing rates were about the Find out more at www.FLSlawyer.com billions in crippling state and same,” he said. 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During Craig Lindsay’s tenure as scoutmaster, 70 boys achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Boy Scouts. Though pleased with the achievement of his Eagles, Lindsay emphasized that he is proud of all of his scouts.

impacted their lives. Todd Powell. a mentor to both of them,” Scouting for Food, Eagle Scout “I couldn’t have done it Talking to young men “I wouldn’t have stepped Powell said. projects and many commu- without her,” he said, while that he watched grow down if I didn’t have Todd In a Silver Beaver (distin- nity service projects. also praising his daughter, up, seeing old friends, to take over,” Lindsay said. guished service award) nomi- During Lindsay’s tenure as Morgan, for her support. and looking at photos “He was a first-rate assistant nation letter, Powell shared, scoutmaster, 70 boys achieved Scouting can change lives, from times past brought and will be a tremendous “We cannot begin to list how the rank of Eagle Scout, according to Lindsay. For back many memories. scoutmaster.” much Craig Lindsay has done the highest honor in Boy some, it gives them structure By Sharon Mager Lindsay was a Cub Lindsay and Powell for our family, Troop 339, Scouts. Lindsay attributes the and peace in their lives. Scout as a young boy, but his met and became friends Woods Church, the Greater achievements to each Eagle’s “For many scouts, it’s A commercial real estate real scouting adventure began through scouting. Severna Park Community and individual hard work, and to being around other adults broker and former scoutmas- when his oldest son, Ben, “Craig is a remarkable scouting.” the many wonderful adult who know who they are ter, Craig Lindsay couldn’t be- joined scouting. Lindsay’s person,” Powell said. “He has Powell referenced countless volunteers who encouraged and recognize that they are lieve his eyes when he stepped younger son, Eric, eagerly fol- connections with all of these hours at meetings and confer- and supported them. important persons,” Lindsay through the door at the lowed eight years later. people, and he takes an inter- ences, merit-badge counsel- Though pleased with the said. “I’ve had boys say to me, Shipley’s Choice clubhouse on Ben was in the first grade est in everyone and in their ing, Eagle coaching, monthly achievement of his Eagles, ‘Mr. Lindsay, you always knew January 4. He thought he was when he joined Pack 858, also well-being.” campouts, troop summer Lindsay emphasized that he is my name,’ or they say, ‘I came going to a meeting about his sponsored by Woods Church. Powell’s sons, 17-year-old camps, district camporees, proud of all of his scouts. to the meeting scared, and Maryland Master Naturalist Lindsay discovered they Jake and 14-year-old Cooper, high adventure camps, blood Reflecting on his years as you came up and talked to program, but he was shocked needed a den leader, so he are members of the troop, drives, Adopt A Highway, scoutmaster, Lindsay said he’s me and really listened.’ They to see a crowd of more than volunteered. and Lindsay, “has been an Memorial Day flag placement grateful to his wife, Mary, for needed adults who cared for 120 people — current and “That was 20 years ago,” inspiration, a role model and at the veterans cemetery, her support. and validated them.” former Boy Scouts and lead- he recalled, amazed at how ers, parents, family members quickly time passes. and friends — gathered for a He served that pack for five surprise party. years as a den leader, and dur- The event was to honor ing the last two years, he also Winter Projects To Get You Ready For Spring Lindsay for his 14 years of ser- took on the role of cubmaster. Submitted by why not make some improve- during winter months, you curl up on the couch with vice with Boy Scout Troop 339, When Ben advanced to Boy The Anne Arundel ments while you are there? which will ensure the paint a good movie and hot cocoa. which meets at Woods Memo- Scout Troop 339, Lindsay Home Services Company The Anne Arundel Home bonds to surfaces faster and Update bathrooms and rial Presbyterian Church. He became an assistant scout- Services Company has come dries quicker. kitchens. New fixtures and officially stepped down from master under the leadership The holidays have come up with a few things that you Install new flooring. Have hardware can make a world the scoutmaster position on of Scoutmaster Wally Smith. and gone, along with our can do this winter to improve new carpet, laminate or tile of difference. September 30, though he is Looking back, Lindsay second annual Christmas the aesthetic and value of installed. Makes rooms look Outdoor projects including still involved as the charter said, “Wally was kind of a party, and we are truly appre- your home. fresh and new. decks, patios, retaining walls, organization representative. legend. He lived and breathed ciative for all the support you Insulate the attic, ducts House cleaning. Kids being fire pits and more. Most don’t “I had tears in my eyes as I scouting. I was so blessed have all given our local small and foundation. This will home for holiday breaks, realize you can save up to looked and saw all the faces,” to have a mentor like him businesses. save on heating costs along with family gather- 20% in the “offseason.” Lindsay said. “I can’t describe showing me the ropes. Wally Now we are all eager for and ensure your home is ings and more traffic in your The Anne Arundel Home how touched I was.” stepped down only when he spring and Orioles Opening warm and cozy. home, can create a mess. 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Whether your story is happy, The trees will help protect funny, romantic or a tearjerker, we want to hear the Beverly Triton shoreline it. Send us your story and we will publish our from damaging winds, rain favorites. The winner of Best Overall will receive and tides by providing a buf- a bottle of champagne from Harbour Wine & fer. Jarboe said the trees are Spirits and a $25 gift card to Park Tavern. only a temporary solution to a larger problem. How To Enter “The trees do lose their Submit a story (500-600 words) and a high- needles and will need to be resolution photo (1 megabyte or larger) to replaced until a more sustain- [email protected] with “Love Story able solution is available,” Contest” in the subject line. Deadline is Thurs- Jarboe said. day, January 30, by noon. All stories will be Erosion is the process of soil adjudicated by a panel of Voice staff members, removal via rain, wind, tides, and the winning entries will be printed in part soil disruption, etc. Soil is dif- in the February edition and in full at www. ficult to replace. The more we severnaparkvoice.com. The winner will be noti- lose, the less we have. It also fied by email. silts in the bay, covering up If you have any questions, email spvnews@ The Christmas trees will be used as erosion-prevention submerged aquatic vegetation. severnaparkvoice.com or call 410-647-9400. barriers at Beverly Triton Nature Park in Edgewater. Erosion also makes the water turbid or cloudy, preventing By Judy Tacyn offered his truck to haul trees sunlight from getting to that for the project. vegetation, so water quality On January 4, an environ- “When I started this continues to deteriorate. Ready To Vote? Our Best Of Severna mentally passionate group campaign, it spread quickly,” “There are uses beyond of Arnold and Cape St. Claire Wildberger said. “It got bigger shoreline restoration that the residents mobilized to help the than I thought it would, and it trees can be used for,” Jarboe Park Contest Starts Next Month Chesapeake Bay by collecting spread beyond Cape St. Claire said. “Promoting fish habitat Every year, we look to your favorite places and in the April edition. Rules Christmas trees to be used as into Arnold. People were is a common use at other our readers to choose the organizations by casting will be printed with the erosion-prevention barriers. excited about the idea that parks throughout the country. best businesses in town. If your votes. February ballot, but you The grassroots effort started their Christmas trees could Some parks use [dead] trees someone is visiting from The official Best of can get started now by with a simple Facebook post help the bay.” for enrichment for their edu- another area, which res- Severna Park ballot will brainstorming your favor- by a Beverly Triton Nature Jessy Oberright, an Arnold cational animals or as wind taurants are Severna Park, be printed in our February ite businesses. Park ranger. resident and creator of breaks for their critters, like at Arnold and Millersville edition, and we will begin Do you know of a cat- Like most shorelines, Broadneck Nature Nook, said Tuckahoe State Park.” residents bringing them accepting votes immedi- egory we missed in past Beverly Triton’s is impacted it became immediately appar- Trees are not permanent to? What gym is the best? ately. Voting will continue years? Send us a sugges- by rain, weather and excessive ent that response was going solutions, but they help. Where should someone get through March, with the tion by emailing spvnews@ high tides, which cause soil to be high. “The most important thing their car serviced? Support winners being announced severnaparkvoice.com. to erode into the Chesapeake “Since I know both Matt and people can do to get involved Bay. Ranger Karen Jarboe, Stacey, and I have a passion- with conservation or preserva- who works for the Anne ate interest in environmental tion is to focus on their own Arundel County Department conservation, I offered my as- backyards and actions,” said UM BWMC Calendar of Recreation and Parks (Mayo sistance on the administrative Jarboe. “Learn how to manage peninsula parks), had done and logistics side of things,” your backyard for the benefit shoreline conservation work Oberright explained. of the environment and pro- Wednesday, Jan. 15 disease, their caregivers, Safe Sitter program in the past and used trees and Toronto, who grew up in mote this attitude in your own 5:30pm-6:30pm: Dia- family members, friends helps preteens ages 11 logs to slow the rate of ero- Cape St. Claire and spent sum- communities.” betes Support Group and anyone interested to 13 gain confidence sion. Knowing people gener- mers crabbing and splashing The Arnold-Cape Saint meets to discuss current in learning more about with babysitting skills ally throw out their Christmas in the bay, contacted Beverly Claire crew moved more than issues regarding diabetes the disease. Discus- and abilities in caring trees after the season is over, Triton Beach ranger Ariana 60 trees over a nine-hour management. (Center sions include managing for young children in Jarboe used social media to Kidder to offer help by hauling period after pulling the entire for Diabetes and Endo- symptoms, maintain- emergency and non- let people know they could trees. By then, several inter- event together in just a week. crinology at UM BWMC, ing an active and high- emergency situations. donate their pine trees to the ested friends and neighbors They had to stop taking pickup 300 Hospital Drive, quality life, and sharing Participants will learn park for shoreline conserva- also volunteered to help. In requests when they met their Suite 223). Reservations experiences and support. about child care es- tion. The message spread seemingly just hours, there hauling limits, but inquiries are not requested. For Preregistration is not sentials, choking child/ instantly. were 11 volunteers, three rang- kept coming. more information, call required. Call 410-787- infant rescue, preventing Stacey Wildberger, president ers, and dozens of Arnold and “People were, overall, very 410-787-4940. 4433. (Dr. Constantine problem behavior, intro- of Cape Conservation Corps, Cape St. Claire residents ready grateful for the service and Padussis Conference duction to first aid and read Jarboe’s plea for trees and to pitch their drying Christ- were delighted that their trees Tuesday, Jan. 21 Center, 301 Hospital injury management. For shared it in a Cape St. Claire mas trees into the bay. would ‘live on’ to provide a 6:30pm-7:30pm: Drive, third floor). more information, call Facebook group. 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More than $34.4 million Robichaud Serves With Versatile U.S. Last year’s budget in- in Arlotto’s recommendation cluded funding to bring the is dedicated to employee Navy Helicopter Squadron In Guam Triple E (Enhancing Elemen- compensation increases. tary Excellence) program to Pending the completion of By Mass Communication Specialist and more than 130,000 the Broadneck cluster, and negotiations with employee 1st Class (SW) David Wyscaver uniformed and civilian Schallheim is excited about bargaining units, that is personnel serving in the possibility of it coming sufficient to provide the A 2009 Broadneck High School the Pacific. to the Severna Park cluster. equivalent of a step increase graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy Serving in the “Adding an additional for all eligible employees, a with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Navy means Ro- ‘special’ period in the cul- 2% cost-of-living increase (HSC) 25 on the island of Guam. bichaud is part of a tural arts rotation, Triple E for all employees, and a back Petty Officer 2nd Class Stephen world that is taking allows students to work on step for all eligible employ- Robichaud is a naval air crewman (he- on new importance in real-world problems, enhanc- ees who were in an eligible licopter) serving with HSC-25, known America’s focus on rebuild- ing instruction, connecting bargaining unit or position as the “Island Knights,” a versatile ing military readiness, strengthening content areas, and increasing in the 2011-2012 school year. squadron that’s capable of completing alliances and reforming business student achievement, mea- a number of important missions for practices in support of the National surements of success already Capital Budget the Navy with the MH-60S “Seahawk” Defense Strategy. seen in clusters where Triple Recommendation helicopter. A key element of the Navy the E has been in practice for Arlotto also presented to Along with being a naval air crew- nation needs is tied to the fact that a while,” Schallheim said. the Board a $214.9 million man, Robichaud is a naval rescue America is a maritime nation, and “Schools can choose one of capital budget recommenda- swimmer. He is responsible for con- that the nation’s prosperity is tied to four Triple E themes: Arts & tion that includes $139 mil- ducting search-and-rescue missions Photo courtesy of Heidi Cheek the ability to operate freely on the Humanities, Global Studies, lion for ongoing construc- and medical evacuations. Along with being a naval air crewman, world’s oceans. More than 70% of the World Culture & Language, tion projects at Edgewater, Robichaud credits success in the Stephen Robichaud is a naval rescue Earth’s surface is covered by water; and STEM in Society. Triple E Tyler Heights, Richard Navy to many of the lessons learned swimmer. He is responsible for 80% of the world’s population lives exposes students to addi- Henry Lee, Quarterfield, in Annapolis. conducting search-and-rescue missions close to a coast; and 90% of all global tional experiences in music Hillsmere, and Rippling “I swam competitively growing up and medical evacuations. trade by volume travels by sea. and theater, service-learning Woods elementary schools, and learned I liked being a part of “Our priorities center on people, projects and guest speakers, as well as Old Mill West a team,” said Robichaud. “I always firefighting using externally-carried capabilities and processes, and will be International Baccalaureate High School. thought aircraft and flying were buckets, Vertical Onboard Delivery achieved by our focus on speed, value, and foreign languages, and The capital budget recom- really cool, and now I get paid to (VOD), drone and torpedo recovery, results and partnerships,” said Secre- engineering design, comput- mendation also contains: swim and fly.” special operations airborne support, tary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. er coding and typing. • $9 million for full-day HSC-25 is the first and only and fleet logistics support for all “Readiness, lethality and moderniza- “Triple E broadens our kindergarten and prekin- forward-deployed vertical replenish- military activities in the Guam area, tion are the requirements driving elementary student’s dergarten additions at ment (VERTREP) squadron in the including the Maritime Prepositioned these priorities.” classroom experiences as Sunset and Van Bokkelen Navy and is tasked with supporting Ships operating in the local area. Though there are many ways for well as their worldview,” she elementary schools Seventh Fleet units in the Western “We have a great command here, sailors to earn distinction in their continued. “In additional, • $11 million for a classroom Pacific, Indian Ocean, North Arabian great leadership and a great aircrew command, community and career, Ro- Triple E provides extra plan- addition and cafeteria Sea, and Persian Gulf. To provide this shop. I’m proud to have done my first bichaud is most proud of his medical ning time for elementary expansion at Arundel support, HSC-25 embarks two-aircraft tour here,” Robichaud said. evacuation missions where he helped classroom teachers — a win- Middle School detachments aboard Military Sealift According to officials at the U.S. to save the lives of two people. win for both students and • $3 million for the design Command vessels, which provide Navy’s Pacific Fleet headquarters in “I’m proud to know that the mis- teachers. I will certainly be of a new elementary transportation of equipment, fuel, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, the ships, sub- sions I conduct help save lives,” said advocating for the funding school in west county, supplies and ammunition to sustain marines, aircraft and Navy personnel Robichaud. of Triple E in the Severna to be constructed on the U.S. forces worldwide. forward-deployed to Guam are part As a member of one of the U.S. Park cluster so that stu- west side of Route 3 in the They are the only Navy squad- of the world’s largest fleet command Navy’s most relied upon assets, Ro- dents in our community can vicinity of the Two Riv- ron based at Andersen Air Force and serve in a region critical to U.S. bichaud knows he is part of a legacy finally and for the first time ers community Base, Guam. national security. The U.S. Pacific that will last beyond his lifetime, one benefit from this program. • $4 million for the feasibil- In addition to VERTREP, HSC-25 Fleet encompasses 100 million square that will provide a critical component I hope parents and Council- ity study and design of provides 24-hour search-and-rescue miles, nearly half the Earth’s surface, of the Navy. woman [Amanda] Fiedler a new Old Mill Middle and medical evacuation (medevac) from Antarctica to the Arctic Circle “Serving, to me, provides a sense of will join me and advocate for School South, to be built services for Guam and the Northern and from the West Coast of the United patriotic duty and service, being a part fully funding Triple E for the on the current Southgate/ Mariana Islands. Averaging more States into the Indian Ocean. All told, of something greater than myself,” Severna Park cluster.” Old Mill Park than 30 rescues and 70 medevacs per there are more than 200 ships and added Robichaud. “I’m proud to be a Arlotto’s recommenda- year, HSC-25 also conducts airborne submarines, nearly 1,200 aircraft, rescue swimmer in the U.S. Navy.” tion also would add seven Public hearings were sched- prekindergarten teachers uled in early January. The and seven teaching assists Board is scheduled to adopt the to increase the number of budget during its February 19 Proud Sponsor full-day prekindergarten meeting. Should the Board of- programs across the county; fer amendments at the Febru- of the Military fund seven positions in ary 19 meeting, testimony will the Transportation Divi- be taken on the amendments. Spotlight 833-83-VALOR Warfield & Darrah, P.C. www.valorexteriors.com Attorneys at Law Robert W. Warfield ~Paula J. Darrah

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The program along the way. wonderful person she was!” Laura ence under her belt, Carter touched the hearts has since grown to over 800 mem- That same year, she also competed Edwards said. of many students. bers with 20 teams throughout in the FINA world championships “Nancy Brown was so helpful to “It’s difficult to summarize how much I re- the state. at Stanford, winning the 200-me- me when I started out as a swim ally learned from her,” said Kristin Joda, who In 1986, Brown moved to Anne ter backstroke and bringing home coach,” said Melissa Albers. “Very danced at the Carter School of Dance from 1990 Arundel County and formed a mas- second- and third-place awards as helpful and patient with any ques- to 2003. “Hundreds of routines, easily. Under ters group at the YMCA of Severna well. She had an impressive 23 FINA tions I had.” her direction, she taught me even more about Park, which became the Severna World top 10 rankings in 2006. She In recognition of her 40-plus commitment, humility and creativity. I believe Park Community Center (SPCC) in also set a long-distance national re- years of commitment to U.S. everyone who has ever been a student of the 1995. She led the team to 10 YMCA cord in the Two Mile Cable National Masters Swimming, the organiza- Carter School of Dance would have felt her Masters Nationals championships Championship that year. tion honored her with the Dorothy glowing influence.” and numerous top three finishes in Brown had another All-Star Donnelly Service Award in 2015. For Kellie Greer, the director of The Dance Cen- the women’s, men’s and combined year in 2011 with 30 USMS first- This award recognizes outstanding ter of Severna Park, Carter became like family. team divisions. place rankings despite receiving a USMS volunteers whose contribu- “She taught me my very first year of dance and Shelly Beigel, the SPCC’s director rare cancer diagnosis in July. She tions stand out in service to local, she trained me as a teacher and then on how to of programs and partnerships, re- completed events in all three pool regional and national programs. lead the studio. From the time I was 7 years old, members walking into the building courses while setting four national “Nancy is a constant cheerleader, she’s been in my life,” said Greer. “She was like with Brown in 1995. records before having an extensive encouraging, supporting, coaxing my grandmother and that’s how she was to all of “She had an unending passion for 10-hour surgery in September. By and, in all ways possible, promoting her students.”35 teaching, swimming and helping April of 2012, she was back in the Masters swimming and instilling Lisa and Kate Gahs began dancing with Carter people better their lives,” Beigel pool competing at the YMCA Na- enthusiasm for the sport,” said at the age of 3. said. “She worked for the center, tionals in Fort Lauderdale. fellow USMS swimmer Kristina “My sister, Lisa, and I both fell in love with but a lot of her time was volun- Brown credited her fitness from Henry, who nominated Brown for ballet and tap when we started taking dance teered. She helped us as we expand- swimming for saving her life after the award. lessons with the Carter School of Dance,” said ed throughout the years, and she being diagnosed with an aggressive She was also was instrumental Kate, who danced at the school for more than 30 made swimming fun. For example, primary peritoneal cancer in 2011. in running the swimming portion years. “Mrs. Carter always came into a class with at Thanksgiving, she would come “Swimming was a lifesaver for of the Maryland Senior Olympics a smile and enthusiasm. She never forgot a face, on deck dressed like a turkey.” me,” she told the Voice in 2015. “It’s from the mid-‘90s to 2005. She was and inspired so many generations of dancers.” Brown held many individual incredible what exercise can do to elected into the organization’s Hall Both sisters will remember Carter for her accolades in swimming, including get you through something like of Fame in 2005. positive attitude and ability to make students setting a masters world record in that. Physically and emotionally, I In addition to the USMS Service feel special. the short-course 100-meter back- can’t say enough for it.” Award, the organization presented “At the end of each recital, she would take the stroke in 1991. That same year, she Continuing to compete through- Brown with its Fitness Award in microphone and tell the entire group of dancers was featured in Sports Illustrated’s out years of chemotherapy and a 2010 for her outstanding contribu- gathered onstage that they were wonderful,” said Faces in the Crowd section. Brown clinical trial, Brown accumulated tions to fitness activities within Lisa. “It never mattered how many mistakes you was a persistent goal-setter and many more individual USMS na- USMS. She was also inducted into might have made by the end of recital, to hear had motivational statements taped tional top 10 rankings, finishing the Friends School Athletic Hall her say how wonderful it was made every dancer to bathroom mirrors throughout with 833. She also holds 32 USMS of Fame in 2009 and the Anne feel talented.” her home to keep her focused. All American honors for posting Arundel County Sports Hall of At work, Carter had the same infectious In 2006, she moved into the the fastest time in the country in at Fame in 2012. positivity. 70-74 age group and was deter- least one event during a given year. Above all else, Brown adored and “There isn’t much difference in her as a teacher mined to reach USMS All-Star As much as she loved competing, her family, which included long- and as a colleague or friend,” said Greer. “She status, requiring her to capture Brown loved teaching even more. time companion Geoffrey Revett, wanted everyone to love what they were doing. the most first-place finishes in the Her students adored her, too. three children, four stepchildren, If you didn’t love what you were doing than you age group. Brown ended the year “I swam with her 30 years ago a sister, three nephews, two needed to find something that you did love. with 44 No. 1 rankings while also and remember her setting records nieces, 16 grandchildren and six She told stories all the time. Even during our setting six USMS national records in just about every event she swam great-grandchildren. meetings at work. She’d always have a story and a lesson.” Carter was famous for ending each recital by saying, “Don’t walk in your bare feet.” This simple saying will stick with her students for years to come. “After she thanked the teachers, crew and par- WRIGHT ORTHODONTICS ents, she would tell the dancers to promise they www.orthowright.com would not walk in bare feet over the summer so they can come back to class in the fall,” said Lisa. Benjamin Wright, DMD, LLC “Ending each year with an invitation to come Severna Park 410-544-0072. 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Eastern Shore counties listed for the data). 2020 ballot, because if it’s readers complained that the “Every kid deserves a have in choosing the next The Trump administra- not dealt with now, put- Lauren photo was a sexual innuendo. world-class education,” bridge location. tion has expressed its ting it on the 2022 ballot Burke Meyer The same day, my sister ap- Saab said. “More than 80% “We’re still looking for intent to ban most flavored will be too late because we peared in Sports Illustrated’s of the budget is mandated, Anne Arundel County to e-cigarettes, but no formal will have already had the “Faces in the Crowd” sec- though, and we still have have a stronger say and for decision has been made as Census figures in and the Whenever I need a giggle, tion. I’ll let you decide who to worry about infra- Anne Arundel County to of January 10. maps will be drawn under I know where to go. It’s had the bigger lacrosse structure, roads, police not carry the full burden “It is not sufficient the current rules, which my iPhone Notes app. I accomplishment. and fire.” for proposals of getting necessarily to wait for are not sufficient to pre- flip through my current 56 My company does free over the bay,” said Michael the federal government vent gerrymandering.” notes and find my “Lauren’s lunch every Wednesday. I To read more about the Malone, a Republican from to take action,” Bagnall Law” note. won a competition and got to Kirwan Commission, see District 33. said. “Sometimes we have OTHER NOTEWORTHY What’s held me back from pick the free lunch option. It the story on A4. In addition to the Bay to, as a body, do what’s ISSUES writing more frequently is ended up being on the only Bridge, Bagnall said she is best for the population in Maryland’s elected of- that so many of my best Lau- Wednesday I was out of town. Aside from Kirwan, working with the state to Maryland.” ficials are also discussing ren’s Law stories are short, Despite a career and hob- there are other educa- address myriad traffic is- these issues: quick laughs. So, without bies that center around sto- tion quandaries to settle. sues, including Route 450. DISTRICT 33 • Setting upper payment further ado, I’ll share some of rytelling, I sometimes tell my Democrats have put forth “Historically, attempts Saab wants to imple- limits for high-priced the randomness. husband stories that have no a plan called the Built to have been made at address- ment term limits for state prescription drugs One time I bought a guy purpose or beginning, middle Learn Act. Funded in part ing it, but we’re on some- delegates and senators, purchased or paid a beer, and he not only left or end. Sorry dear. by Maryland Stadium thing like our fifth hydrau- another issue that would for by state and local the bar with another girl, he My adult career began on Authority bonds and state lics study,” she said. “ … We be put to the voters. “I view governments married her. I never bought a Cyber Monday, and I had no casino revenue, the $2.2 have identified the problem it as a public service, not as • Governor Larry Hogan’s beer for a guy again. idea it was a day of any sig- billion plan would escalate 10 times over. Now we have a career,” Saab said. Clean and Renewable En- I threw my back out when I nificance. I should mention it school construction. Hogan to fix the problem. We do He is also helping to ergy Standard bill to get was 26 years old. Carrying my was for an online retailer, so has countered with the a very poor job at not just pilot a project that pairs Maryland to 100% clean laptop, work purse and gym it was busy to say the least. Building Opportunity Act, informing the public but school resource officers energy by 2040 bag proved too much for me. I also went to the Raven’s a school construction plan including the public.” with Anne Arundel Crisis • Hogan’s efforts to curb My company decided to “Sunday Night Football” that would cost $3.8 billion Response. “We identify Baltimore City crime take company-wide head- game the day before. Talk over five years. SPORTS BETTING kids who could poten- (tougher sentences for shots when I was 39 weeks about a case of the Mondays. In Anne Arundel County, If the General Assembly tially be problems to the violent offenders who pregnant. Got to love taking I almost got a former client Bagnall is working with the reaches a consensus, sports school and help them, not commit crimes with a picture everyone will see on “The Ellen DeGeneres public schools superinten- betting could be on the bal- just in school but after- guns, tougher penalties daily on your email and slack Show.” The producer was slow dent, Dr. George Arlotto, lot next November. While hours,” he said. for witness intimida- when you are your heaviest. to get back to me at times and to create a line item in the some lawmakers are eager Inspired by a call she tion, etc.) I joked to my husband that would say, “The chaos keeps budget that focuses on how to catch up with Washing- received from the student- • Regulating the sales of I wouldn’t get an epidural for us young.” Ironically, my job funding can be used to ton, D.C., Pennsylvania and led Our Minds Matter long guns, like shotgun the birth of our first child. at the time aged me terribly. close the equity gap, “not Delaware — which have movement that started and rifles Then it didn’t work. Ouch. I hope you laughed out loud special education, but the all legalized sports bet- at Severna Park High • Revamping Pimlico I tore my ACL at an a minimum of three times. other gaps within our edu- ting — Maryland Attorney School, Bagnall is intro- Race Course to keep the “optional” college lacrosse If you didn’t, go ahead and cation system,” she said. General Brian Frosh has ducing legislation to “take Preakness in Baltimore practice. Did I mention this reread these again and that said that the state consti- down barriers to care, to • Legalizing recreation- was my second time? should help. For any of these TRAFFIC AND THE tution requires commercial destigmatize behavioral al cannabis I gained weight at a faster stories that you’d like me to BAY BRIDGE gambling to be approved by health care and mental • Settling a 13-year lawsuit rate than pregnant women expand upon, email me at With a 14-mile backup in the voters. health care, and also to by deciding how much during my freshman year [email protected], and I’ll October, and several other Lawmakers need extra create an actual behavioral to fund Maryland’s four of college. Eighteen pounds consider for a future column. delays throughout the revenue to pay for the health system.” Historically Black Col- in two months, thank you Lauren Burke Meyer is a summer and fall, frustra- Kirwan Commission’s rec- To reduce the burden of leges and Universities: very much. Severna Park native who was tions boiled over when ommendations, and even college debt, Malone wants Bowie State University, My senior year of high inspired to write Lauren’s Law drivers were stalled by Bay though the projected in- to reintroduce his bill to Coppin State University, school, I was on the front as a humorous play on the well- Bridge traffic. A scheduled come would go a short way double the tax deduction Morgan State University page of The Capital, going for known Murphy’s Law adage: maintenance project on the toward meeting that goal, from $2,500 to $5,000 per and University of Mary- a ground ball in a lacrosse “anything that can go wrong, bridge didn’t improve the there is too much support year per beneficiary per land Eastern Shore. game. I was in between will go wrong.” situation. on both sides of this issue account for Maryland 529 Making matters worse to ignore legalized sports plans. The amount has for commuters, the betting as a possibility. not been changed since Maryland Transporta- Maryland 529 plans were tion Authority (MDTA) VAPING PRODUCTS created in 2001. Free Estimates! announced in August Last year, lawmakers Gerrymandering, or that all three potential bumped the legal age to manipulating district sites for a new bridge buy tobacco and nico- boundaries for political Call (410) 881-3638 span are located in Anne tine products from 18 to gain, is another problem Arundel County. 21. Now, they have their he’s targeting. That announcement sights set on vaping. The “Now is the time it has APlumbing • Water Softening • Water Filtration did not come as pleasant conversations stem from a to be done if anything is news to Anne Arundel surge in deaths, with the going to be done,” Malone County’s delegation, Centers for Disease Control said. “The gerrymandering many of whom have been reporting 57 e-cigarette issue has to be put before thwarted in attempts to or vaping-related deaths the voters. That issue

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It is hard to weed and identify underlying den- Director of Noah’s Ark Veterinary and the volunteers who and Boarding Resort of disease to the kidneys, through all of these products tal disease. Two-thirds of a Development fix our toilet, repair our heart and liver. This is why to determine which may ac- tooth resides below the gum SPAN Inc. handrails, build shelves, The No. 1 health problem periodontal disease has been tually be of benefit. However, line and dental X-ray is the as well as many oth- affecting our pets today is dubbed the “silent killer.” you are in luck. The Vet- only way to assess the health As someone involved er projects. periodontal disease. Fear not; I’m here to tell erinary Oral Health Council of the entire tooth. with an independent non- • The woman who won a 50- February is Pet Dental you that there are preventa- (VOCH) is a group of board- The current standards profit that gets all of its 50 raffle at her communi- Health Month; what better tive measures that can be certified veterinary dentists for dental care in people funding from donations, it ty picnic and donated her time to provide information taken to keep dental disease and veterinary scientists includes brushing the teeth feels as if we always have winnings to SPAN. about the effects of dental under control. Far and who have comprised a list of twice daily, having the teeth our hands out. While we • The woman who hand- disease on our four-legged away, the No. 1 preventative treats, chews and diets that fully scaled and polished try to show gratitude as knitted beautiful hats family members and educa- measure is to brush your meet specific standards to twice yearly, and having full much as possible, both in and mittens so children tion on preventative steps pet’s teeth. It takes 24 hours decrease tartar buildup. This dental X-rays taken once person and by thanking could be warm. we can take to keep dental for plaque that accumulates list can be found at vohc.com, yearly. In a world where our donors with letters and • The SPAN volunteer who disease well-managed. around the teeth to solidify or look for the VOHC seal on pets have become our family social media posts, there cancelled a luncheon By 2 years of age, 80% of into tartar, so brushing accepted products. members, we need to adopt are many generous folks because we were short an dogs and 70% of cats have really needs to be done Finally, your pet’s teeth a more aggressive preven- who donate anonymously interviewer. some form of this disease. daily. Ideally, I recommend should be assessed at least tative and management to SPAN, and their only • The young boy who However, due to the lack of using a soft toothbrush and yearly by your veterinar- approach to help keep them reward is the feeling of held a lemonade stand outward clinical signs and veterinary-labeled tooth- ian, and a management plan healthy as well. being kind. This column is and donated his earn- lack of owner education, this paste, which come in a wide should be implemented. A To honor your pet during dedicated to them: ings to SPAN. disease often goes unrecog- variety of yummy flavors full dental prophylaxis under Pet Dental Health Month, • The “mystery man” who nized and untreated until the like chicken, peanut butter, anesthesia with dental X-rays call and schedule an ap- periodically stops at SPAN I could write 20 more very late stages. and seafood. may be indicated. This is the pointment today with your and delivers $1,000 with- pages with examples like Periodontal disease begins Dental chews and dental best way to get a thorough veterinarian to discuss your out identifying himself. these, but I’ll leave you when bacteria in the mouth foods have overtaken the cleaning of the teeth and pet’s dental health! • The little boy who asked with a quote from John accumulates around the for donations to SPAN Wooden, who said, “The teeth. The bacteria, combined at his birthday party in true test of a man’s charac- with other factors includ- lieu of gifts. ter is what he does when no ing each individual’s unique Yule Ball Turns Back The Clock • The son who donated a one is watching.” immune response, will lead large sum of money to SPAN (Serving People to dental tartar formation, SPAN as a Christmas gift Across Neighborhoods) is a local inflammation, bleed- to his mother. faith-based nonprofit food ing and pain. As the disease • The man who reads our pantry and emergency ser- progresses, what starts as a wish list on our website vices provider that has been mild dental plaque can lead and delivers needed helping local families with to severe complications and items to our after-hours eviction prevention, utility have negative impacts on a drop-off bin. turnoffs, prescription needs pet’s overall health. • The man who spent 30 and food since 1990. SPAN Commonly, dental disease hours creating a pen-and- serves Severna Park, Mill- is present with no clinical ink drawing for SPAN’s ersville, Arnold, Broadneck signs at all. Early on, own- interview room because and other surrounding areas. ers may notice bad breath, he wanted to “pay us SPAN is located behind Our tartar accumulation, and red back” for the assistance Shepherd Lutheran Church at gums. Not only is this pain- SPAN gave him. 400 Benfield Road. Hours are ful for our pets, but the bad • The realtor who periodi- Monday through Thursday breath weakens the patient/ cally delivers a carload of 10:00am-1:30pm. For more owner bond. our most-needed items. information, call 410-647- As the disease advances, • The woman who hand- 0889, email spanhelps@ clinical signs may include crochets baby blankets yahoo.com, follow SPAN abnormal chewing, drooling, for babies whose mothers on Facebook, or visit www. bleeding, swelling under the don’t get baby showers. spanhelps.org. Financial do- eye, refusal to eat, etc. • The young mother who nations may be made through Advanced periodontal donated $25 because SPAN the website. Food donations disease can lead to major gave her assistance a year may be dropped off 24/7 complications throughout previously and she wanted using the storage bin behind the body, including bone in- to pay it forward now that the building. fection, fractured teeth, eye Photos courtesy of Randi Lewallen The third annual Yule Ball invited guests to don their historically-inspired holiday attire (anything from Tudor to Victorian and all eras in between) at Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company on January 4. More than 160 attendees enjoyed music, dancing and hors d’oeuvres.

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It incorporates teen ly, they decide that the car is and physical cues during messaging concepts to en- not a good place to make a instruction, Ensor helped gage and appeal to teens in a delectable seafood bisque. the Moyers develop not only Shortly before the holi- non-confrontational matter. If you are an educator, swimming skills but also lis- days, I was privileged to With the help of volunteer a community leader or if tening skills. Ensor has helped join two of my colleagues speakers across the country, you’re interested in mak- the boys in more ways than from the Maryland Asso- including safety profession- ing our roads safer for all, this, though. ciation for Justice — Ryan als, teachers, trial lawyers, you should check out the “Aaron has benefited in Perlin and MAJ’s president, college students, driver’s EndDD.org presentation. many ways, both physically Ellen Flynn — in giving an education instructors, law If you’d like to arrange for and mentally,” Bretagne said. hour-long multimedia pre- enforcement personnel, phy- a presentation, please call “Swimming has kept Aaron sentation aimed at ending sicians, nurses, therapists, or email me. in great physical condition, distracted driving. injury prevention coordina- Finally, if you or a loved which was particularly impor- We made the presentation tors, and other health care one are the victim of a tant this summer as he pre- at St. Timothy’s School for professionals, Joel Feldman’s distracted driver, you are en- Aaron and Owen Moyer competed as a team during the pared to have spinal surgery.” Girls in bucolic Green Spring dream of reaching thousands titled to be compensated for Karen Stevens Memorial Kids Triathlon in September. Swimming builds endur- Valley, just north of Balti- of teens and adults with you injuries. You should con- ance, keeps up the heart rate more City. The entire school distracted driving presenta- sult with an attorney who After swim instructor Kar- became the first Children In and takes stress off the body, and faculty, nearly 200 tions has become a reality. is familiar with this area of en Stevens passed away from Need participants to compete which would normally be people, were fully engaged As of January 2018, nearly the law and who will assist cancer in 2009, her husband in the Karen Stevens Memo- detrimental in more popular as we discussed this deadly 400,000 students and 15,000 you in making informed partnered with the Severna rial Kids Triathlon, with their exercise methods (like using a problem on our roadways. adults have seen the EndDD. decisions. Park Community Center effort serving as an inspira- treadmill). Full confession time: I was org presentation in 45 states David Diggs is experienced to create a memorial fund tion to other children looking “It is the best physical a distracted driver, thinking and Canada. We reached in all facets of personal injury and swim lesson program in ahead to 2020. therapy,” Bretagne said. that my ability to multitask even more in 2019. As the law. If you need further infor- her honor. This year, Aaron and Moreover, swimming has permitted me to make tele- program has expanded, mation regarding this subject, Benefitting youth with Owen made big strides while provided the boys with pur- phone calls, while driving to talks are also being given to contact The Law Office of special needs, the Children competing. pose. According to Bretagne, and from appointments and/ middle school and college David V. Diggs, LLC, which is In Need program has made a “Aaron has worked very “the greatest benefit Aaron or court. As a result of my students, adults and busi- located at 8684 Veterans High- huge impact in the commu- hard to develop his swimming has had from the program involvement with the Casey nesses. Special presentations way, Suite 204, in Millersville. nity, helping kids like Aaron skills,” said his mom, Bretagne is that it has broadened his Feldman Foundation and for adult audiences are avail- Call 410-244-1171 or email and Owen Moyer. Moyer. “It was a wonder- life by giving him a sense of EndDD.org, I no longer drive able upon request. [email protected]. In September, the brothers ful feeling to see him on the belonging.” distracted. The key to the program pool deck with all the other Putting a child’s mind at In 2009, Casey Feldman is its combination of hard competitors.” ease, especially given the was killed by a distracted evidence, sobering statistics David Ensor, lead instructor stereotypes and judgments driver while traversing the and good humor. The teens UM BWMC To Implement Visitor for Children In Need and coor- amidst cognitive delays, is street in a crosswalk. She with whom I have spoken Restrictions Due To Influenza dinator of the Karen Stevens something that can’t be mea- was 21 years old, just one are generally more astute Memorial Kids Triathlon, sured in meters or seconds. year older than my old- than their parents about Due to an increase in the (except if parent of a has put an immense amount The Children In Need est son. Following Casey’s driving undistractedly. numbers of influenza cases patient) is permitted to of time and energy into the program, as well as the Karen tragic death, her family and We help to give them tools throughout Maryland and visit inpatient units. program. According to Ensor, Stevens Memorial Kids Triath- friends wanted to do some- so that they can confront Anne Arundel County, the • Children under 18 are Aaron swam 16 lengths of the lon, have offered hundreds of thing to prevent others from parents, friends and fellow University of Maryland Bal- not to be brought to out- center’s competition pool in a lessons to children, keep- being injured or killed by students when distracted timore Washington Medical patient or doctor visits, mere 14 minutes and 33 sec- ing them at the top of their distracted drivers. Joel Feld- driving endangers safety. Center is implementing unless the appointment onds. When he started swim mental and physical game. man, Casey’s father, a friend The video clips included in a hospital-wide visitor is for the child. lessons with Children In Need, Currently, about 10 children and trial lawyer from Phila- the EndDD.org multimedia restriction policy for the • Only two adult visitors he was able to swim only a few are enrolled in the Children delphia — with help from presentation feature a Que- safety of patients, visitors are allowed per patient strokes before having to stop. In Need program, which the Children’s Hospital of becois bus driver busy doing and staff. at a time. In large part, this achieve- provides more than 130 les- Philadelphia, 60 for Safety, paperwork, while he looks The policy went into effect • Visitors exhibiting flu ment has to do with En- sons per year. his law firm, Anapol Weiss, down in his lap and away January 8 and will continue symptoms — runny sor’s training. To see if the Children In and others — worked to from the road for unbeliev- until further notice. The nose, fever, cough — are “His encouragement and Need program appeals to your develop a science-based pre- ably long periods; harrowing guidelines are as follows: not permitted to visit enthusiasm create an environ- child, contact the Severna sentation that would engage footage of real-life distracted • No one under age 18 hospital patients. ment in which [children] can Park Community Center at and change attitudes and teens barely avoiding colli- truly thrive,” Bretagne said. 410-647-5843.

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By Judy Tacyn for months. A colonial with water tary of the community association she cannot ask for any better. found ‘the one’ in Severndale.” access and sidewalks was high on since 2018. “We take pride in working Severndale provided the couple’s Developed in 1962 by the Wash- our priority list,” Nowakowski said. together to keep our neighborhood top three home requirements – a ington Lumber Company and built “Now that we have a school-aged Karen Cropper clean, safe and a great place to live. yard big enough for kids to play by the Flatt Realty Company along child, we love that our house is Resident for 26 Years Older neighbors offer friendship, in, a community that had side- Truck House Road, the Severndale within walking distance to Oak Hill A job relocation from Long share their stories, and offer advice walks, and a community with community is right in the heart of Elementary School.” Island, New York, brought Karen to new homeowners,” Karen said. water access. Severna Park. The family also looks forward to and Jim Cropper to Severna Park. “Newer residents return the favor “Severndale is unique because With five cul-de-sacs, Severndale the community silent auction and The family looked in Columbia, of friendship and take up the task it resembles a neighborhood of always has a spot for impromptu outdoor family movie night every but didn’t feel a sense of home of doing the work needed to keep past times. It has that old-school court pizza parties, happy hours, year. Nowakowski called Severn- until a house in Severndale caught our community running. Everyone neighborhood feel,” Decosmo said. pickup games for the kids, and par- dale unique because it’s a down-to- their eye. looks out for each other.” “Neighbors look out for each other ent socialization. earth, family-centered community. “We liked that it was a little bit Karen and Jim have served on and their kids. As we pass each Community events include “The sense of community here smaller community, which makes the community association board, other in our vehicles, we wave hello everything from picnics with is amazing, and you can’t beat it easier to meet neighbors and chaired neighborhood events, and to each other. Neighbors are quick barbecue, a moon bounce and DJ the location,” she added. “There is to form friendships,” Karen said. were active in the school when to lend out a power tool or a miss- to a Halloween parade and Eas- never a shortage of things for our “It’s impossible to walk down our their children attended. ing recipe ingredient to each other. ter egg hunt. children to do, whether it’s playing streets or work in our yards with- On nice days, kids are outside play- There is a community beach with outside at Kinder Farm Park or out seeing people and stopping to Christy Decosmo ing together or riding their bikes. a dock, grill and kayak/canoe rack. spending the day kayaking out on say hi. We are multi-generational, Resident for 10 Years Neighbors are often seen taking Residents enjoy fishing, crab- the Severn.” and neighbors interact with each Christy Decosmo moved to walks with their dogs.” bing, kayaking and quiet time Naturally, Nowakowski recom- other to form family-like bonds. Severna Park (Berrywood) when A decade after moving in, along the Severn River. mends Severndale to anyone look- Many people have raised their she was just 10 years old. After a Decosmo still believes her family ing to move into the area. children in the community and brief time living in Glen Burnie, she made the right choice for them. Jen Nowakowski “My family and I have made stayed because they continue to married and had her first child in “My neighbors are wonderful Resident for Four Years lifelong friendships with many of feel connected.” 2008. It was then she felt the pull people. They have helped Severn- Jen Nowakowski and her family our neighbors,” Nowakowski said. The Croppers feel Severna Park back to Severna Park. dale feel like home ever since we moved to Severna Park four years “It is something I really hoped is a great place to live because of “My husband and I longed for a moved in. We all look out for each ago when they outgrew their row for when we moved here. There is their small-town feel, close-knit family-centered community with other and offer each other support house in Canton. Severna Park always a cookout, outside movie community neighborhoods, local great public schools. Our search in any way we can,” she said. “We served as the perfect location for night or happy hour that someone parks, access to waterways and top- brought me back to Severna Park,” often stop and have friendly con- their work commutes. is hosting.” notch schools. Decosmo said. “After many, many versations with each other as we’re “My husband and I house-hunted Nowakowski has been the secre- As for her neighbors, Karen said showings and open houses, we coming and going.” Proud Sponsor of the Neighborhood of the Month!

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Upon hearing this, ment of sediment control Councilwoman District 5 ance offices, and crisis approved our legislation I released a statement con- laws on construction sites, response teams is still to protect forests from demning the comment and and our Office of Plan- very present and crip- hen it comes to the development. I talked calling upon local and state ning and Zoning is releas- he new year is of- pling families. Chesapeake Bay about investing in our governments to declare “we ing guidelines describing ficially here. Most Repeal “implied pre- Wcleanup effort, in award-winning wastewater are still in.” Over the next the requirements of the Tbegin the journey emption.” The judicial Anne Arundel County, we treatment plants, and how few days, many environ- new forest conservation of fulfilling their New system has a history of are still in. we hope to connect more mental organizations and ordinance. We won’t stop Year’s resolutions while inconsistent applications No local official should septic systems to those local elected officials also enforcing the laws, and we the winter cold settles of state preemption, have to make such a plants to make our invest- condemned the statement don’t expect the EPA to over us, and the dark- which is an idea that the declaration. It should be ments really pay off for and demanded leadership stop either. ness of evening comes state can preempt over understood that every local clean water. I talked about from the EPA. Anne Arundel County much earlier. local jurisdiction law in and state government must the nearly $270 million in Last year, I directed staff is not alone in its efforts In state and local certain areas. A case-by- do their part to meet the stormwater infrastructure to research how we could to clean up the Chesa- government, it is the case application, without EPA’s pollution reduction investments Anne Arundel better protect the environ- peake Bay. Local and state beginning of the Gen- a defined state law, makes targets established for the County will make by 2023 ment. Almost immediately, governments around the eral Assembly legislative it challenging for local Chesapeake Bay in 2010. to control flooding and they reported back to me watershed have poured session and the county legislators to understand There should be leadership reduce pollution. I finished that we could significantly billions of dollars into this budget process. As your boundaries for local poli- from Washington D.C. with a collaborative mes- improve environmental project. Yet, when some councilwoman, I have the cy. The repeal would give demanding that govern- sage, saying it will require protections simply by states and counties fall pleasure of being involved our council, and councils ments across the water- all of us working together enforcing our current behind, we need strong in both arenas, repre- across the state, a better shed do their part or face as a partnership to make laws. I was told that the federal leadership to bring senting you. ability to do the job we consequences. similar strides and achieve first step to reform was them back in line. This session, I will were elected to do. Unfortunately, it appears a clean Chesapeake Bay. sending a message to the If the federal government again serve as one of two In Anne Arundel that after turning its back Later in the day, the di- development community won’t lead this effort, then county council repre- County, the new year also on emission standards, rector of the EPA’s Chesa- and county agencies that state and local govern- sentatives from Anne means the beginning of clean air rules, clean water peake Bay Program told the from here on out in Anne ments must. Arundel County on the budget season. While the rules, climate change and same group of legislators Arundel County, the law is In Anne Arundel County, legislative committee for county executive still has so many other environ- that the Chesapeake Bay the law. We released guid- we are still in. And I invite the Maryland Associa- months before presenting mental initiatives, this cleanup plan is an “aspira- ance to the development the Chesapeake Bay gover- tion of Counties (MACo). his Fiscal Year 2021 bud- EPA may be abdicating its tional document” that is community and the Office nors and other local leaders MACo reviews, discusses get on May 1, public town responsibilities to protect not enforceable. I am told of Planning and Zon- to join us. and votes as a collective halls have been sched- the Chesapeake Bay. by others who were in the ing that no waivers, also Together, we will send a body of local jurisdic- uled. In our district, I will In early January, I spoke room that jaws collectively known as modifications, to message back to the EPA tions. These votes allow join the county executive to legislators from Mary- dropped. It was left to environmental laws would that we will not sacrifice MACo to take a position on January 29 at Severna land, Virginia and Penn- representatives from the be approved without a our bay-dependent local on state laws that directly Park Middle School begin- sylvania at the Chesapeake Chesapeake Bay Founda- guarantee that the environ- economies or our children’s impact the abilities of ning at 6:30pm. This is an Bay Commission’s meet- tion and Maryland Depart- ment would be improved on environment, when we local jurisdictions to opportunity to have your ing about Anne Arundel ment of the Environment development sites. have already come this far. make important deci- voice heard. Where would sions for our individual you like to see your tax counties. There are three dollars focused? Would legislative priorities this you like to see the county year for MACo. increase its revenue with Pedestrian Policy: Improving Safety School Funding – additional taxes? What is funding fairness and the most important to you? county role. As part of a Education? Crime? Infra- For Runners, Walkers, Bicyclists discussion that involves structure? Mental health? Maryland Department are increasingly common, on the left side of the road the Kirwan Commission The environment? Michael of Transportation has a especially in newer neigh- when passing bicycles and and also the Blueprint Meanwhile, legislation Malone 20-Year Bicycle and Pedes- borhoods, mine included. motor scooters. for Maryland’s Future, continues at a steady pace Delegate trian Master Plan, which While popular for financial, Other contemplated legis- District 33 education is a hot topic on in the Arundel Center. focuses on access to bik- environmental and aesthetic lation may include clarifying social media, news media On January 21, Bill 96-19 ing and walking, as well as reasons, shoulder-less roads the law regarding runners and at water coolers. will be heard before the ne-fifth of Ameri- a Bicycle and Pedestrian without sidewalks can be a as pedestrians, granting MACo will advocate public. I introduced this cans resolved this Advisory Committee, whose hazardous no-man’s-land for pedestrians right-of-way on for “fair and reasonable bill after hearing from Onew year to become mandate is to advise state runners and walkers alike. shoulders, and giving pedes- funding” without “unduly multiple management more physically fit. government agencies on While under the law, drivers trians the same three-foot burdening county budgets organizations that they With no specialized issues directly related to must exercise “due care to clearance on roadways that or … other essential local are struggling to hire equipment, membership or bicycling and pedestrian avoid colliding with a pedes- bicyclists enjoy. services.” certified lifeguards during schedule required, walking activity including funding, trian” and “shall drive at an In the meantime, whether I firmly believe that summer seasons with the and running often top the public awareness, safety and appropriate, reduced speed you are aiming for an Iron- local jurisdictions should current age difference list of ways to get in shape. education. when any special danger man or just taking Fido for a be able to make local between state and county From Kevin Kline in “The Walking, running and exists as to pedestrians,” no longer walk, I encourage all budget decisions in the law. If passed, this bill Big Chill” to Tom Hanks’ cycling are not only fitness guidance is given regarding runners, walkers and bikers best interest of the public. would lower the age for country-crossing runs in activities that can promote the meaning of “due care” to do so safely, attentively Our state legislatures lifeguards in our county “Forrest Gump,” to 2019’s mental and physical health, or “special danger.” Mean- and courteously, especially must consider that Anne from 16 years of age to “Brittany Runs a Marathon,” but they are also inexpensive while, a pedestrian is defined during the dark days of win- Arundel County, and all the state minimum of 15 running on roadways is and environmentally friend- as “a person afoot,” which ter. Cross at intersections other counties, create years of age. here to stay. ly modes of transportation. appears to include runners, and at crosswalks if possible. budgets that fund not Bills regarding fair According to the Mary- The law on road-running but pedestrian activity in the Wear light, bright or reflec- only education but also housing exceptions (Bill land Department of isn’t particularly clear and statutes is generally called tive clothing, or use a light in fire, police, detention of- 92-19), the human rela- Transportation, over 100 neither is public perception. walking, not running. the dark. Be fulfilled in your ficers and sheriffs to keep tions commission (Bill 94- pedestrians in Maryland I’ve heard that in Maryland I hope to introduce legisla- fitness goals and respect our communities safe. It 19), wastewater extension were struck and killed in the pedestrian has the tion this session to improve others’ fitness goals. And is imperative that we are (Bill 95-19), affordable each of the past five years. right-of-way, but that is true safety for runners, other drivers — stop for walkers given the flexibility and housing for the elderly of One in five traffic fatalities only in intersections and pedestrians and bicyclists. and runners in crosswalks fairness as this state bill moderate means (Bill 97- involves a pedestrian, and crosswalks. I’ve also heard Such legislation will likely and intersections, be atten- moves through the legis- 19), and Resolution 2-20 92% of pedestrians struck that runners aren’t allowed include increasing the tive, safe and courteous, and lative process. declaring suicide a public were injured or killed. Not on the road except to cross penalties for a driver operat- share the road. If a runner Next steps in the health crisis in Anne surprisingly, about three- it, but that’s not entirely true ing a vehicle carelessly or or biker can touch your car, drug and mental health Arundel County, are also fourths of these accidents either, as pedestrians are distractedly which results you are far too close. crisis. In Anne Arundel being heard on January occur in the dark. allowed to walk on the road in the injury or death of a Questions, comments or County, opioid-related 21. Our public meetings State policy should sup- if there’s no sidewalk. vulnerable person, such as suggestions? Call 410- non-fatal overdoses are begin at 7:00pm and are port safety for pedestrians, However, roads without a pedestrian or cyclist, and 841-3510 or email michael. decreasing, but the drug open to the public. including runners. The sidewalks or shoulders permitting drivers to drive [email protected]. Advocating Like A Boss The School Budget in a fight for his life. proach wellness. be the third of five frozen The thought at that time Heather Dana Thank goodness my son We are rebooting the Schallheim steps restored, money that was that there would be Bagnall turned out to be fine. But I county’s dashboard that our teachers and staff inequity amongst teachers Delegate Board of will never forget that day. traditionally has measured Education worked hard for and de- if a new teacher was paid District 33 We all experience difficult our progress more nar- District 5 serve. Restoring lost steps at a rate higher than exist- and unforeseen circum- rowly in terms of data on and paying our teachers ing teachers whose annual ast week during a stances at some point housing starts, retail sales appy New Year, like the professionals they step increase was frozen town hall meeting, I during our lives. Far too and building permits is- which, amongst are is not a problem that due to lack of funding. Lintroduced two new many people are coping sued, for example. Hnew beginnings can be fully corrected Now that we have begun county health and human with chronic illnesses that But what about the over- and resolutions, marks the in one year. I hope that to restore frozen steps and service leaders to members never go away. For some of all health of our popula- start of the busiest time of our county executive and have stopped the practice of the community gathered us, childhood traumas alter tion, housing affordability, year for your AACPS school county council will rec- of docking experience at Annapolis High School. our lives forever. Well- access to public beaches, board. This month’s column ognize this and continue steps, we must correct this That evening, I also shared being, or the lack of it, af- fresh fruits and vegetables, is dedicated to sharing a few to approve funding for inequity. For me, this is a personal story about fects virtually everything: preserving leafy forests of my initial reactions to restoring frozen steps. not only a moral impera- something that many of where we live, how we eat, and green open spaces, Dr. George Arlotto’s recom- While I am beyond tive but also a necessary us take for granted some- whether we play, and what and maintaining a healthy mended budget. thrilled that Dr. Arlotto step to retain our veteran times — until something help we access when we Chesapeake Bay? Think Last year’s historic has continued to recog- teachers. It’s a widely happens. I’m talking about need it the most. about what it will mean education funding began nize and act to restore known fact that it costs health and well-being. The latest term referring if the goals of our policy to chip away at a decades- frozen steps, I see this less to retain than it does That’s what I care about to the universe of underly- decisions are aimed at long issue of restoring as only one of a multi- to recruit, and in a state most. I believe that’s what ing issues that affect health improving the health and lost or “frozen steps,” pronged problem. In order that doesn’t train enough government should care and well-being is “social well-being of county resi- which occurred due to to adequately retain our teachers to meet demand, about most. determinants.” dents while also preserving lack of funding during veteran teachers, we must why wouldn’t we do all we My wake-up call came With the appointments the natural environment in the economic downturn. also work to restore lost can to hold onto veteran during a family emergency. of Dr. Nilesh Kalyanara- which we live. This year’s budget con- experience steps. In years teachers in whom we’ve I was driving my son to man as the county health The field of medicine tinues this important past, a practice was negoti- already invested? urgent care after learn- officer and Kai Boggess- widely accepts the conclu- work, which will hope- ated with the teacher’s Next, let’s talk about ing that his acute stomach deBruin, Ph.D., as the new sion that 80% of health fully restore the frozen union to dock years of the social and emotional pain might require surgery. deputy chief administra- outcomes have nothing step that occurred during experience off teach- needs of our students. He was screaming in pain, tive officer for health and to do with medical treat- the 2011-2012 school year, ers new to AACPS. This Just like teacher compen- and I was trying to remain human services, we are ment. So in Anne Arundel pending negotiations with practice began in response sation, we must continue calm, as my mind ticked off signaling a fundamen- County, we will instead bargaining units. to frozen steps as a means to dig ourselves out of a the boxes I’d need covered tal shift in how we ap- »»Continued on A14 If successful, this will to level the playing field. »»Continued on A14 A14 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice The School Budget »»Continued from A13 mended budget. I realize I have hardly Letter To The Editor hole that took decades Could you thrive in touched on the thousands to create. Some of our middle or high school of line items in this 427- school counselors have a math or English class with page budget. However, I An Open Letter To recommend that middle their potential to learn caseload that exceeds 700 upwards of 40 of your hope I’ve provided some The Board Of Ed and high schools start no and grow. Consider the students. The American peers? Me neither. Just insight to my thoughts Dear Anne Arundel earlier than 8:30. suicide rate in Anne School Counselor As- like last year, this year’s about this year’s budget. Board of Education The high school start Arundel County. We have sociation recommends a budget continues to make I am always available to members: time of 7:30am is a full a serious problem that student to counselor ratio inroads to providing our listen to your concerns, I testified at the Novem- hour earlier than the ear- requires serious action of one counselor for every students learning envi- which I hope you will ber 20 board meeting to liest time recommended to foster an educational 250 students. This budget ronments necessary to share with me and my col- request action to change by the medical experts. environment that sup- continues to chip away at thrive. Although we have leagues. Please advocate school start times in Anne And on the opposite side ports improved mental this problem and provide a long way to go before we for what’s important to Arundel County. I am of this, our elementary health for our children. our students with the can put this issue to bed, you. You can send written the mother of a second- school children are start- It is incumbent upon us support they need. Don’t I am grateful for the 195 testimony to boardoffice@ grader at Folger McKinsey ing school too late. My as a community to put a be surprised if the Board positions already included aacps.org and request that Elementary School and a child starts instruction stop to the status quo. amends the budget, as it in the budget that address it be sent to all members, soon-to-be kindergartner. at 9:40. By this point, Multiple states and did last year, to add ad- ever-increasing enroll- or testify in person at any The mission of Anne she has been wide awake counties around the ditional school counselors, ment and reduce class scheduled Board meet- Arundel County Public since 7:15 like most of her country have changed social workers and school sizes. I am considering ing or budget hearing. As Schools is to school times. psychologists to the 17 amending this figure to always, please email me at educate all of Children are positions already included add even more teaching [email protected] if I our students It is time to change school start times healthier, safer, in Dr. Arlotto’s recom- positions. can be of assistance. to be well “ perform better prepared to that prioritize education, empowerment on tests and empower them have improved to create a bet- and the improvement in the quality attendance Advocating Like A Boss ter quality of of life for all of our children.” and graduation »»Continued from A13 In the 10 months since We are making a good- life for them- —— Katie Eckert rates simply by evaluate the effectiveness I’ve taken office, we have faith effort to help people selves, their changing the of our policies in terms of accomplished many good feel better, live better and communities and the next peers. The best hours of start time. Yes, there health outcomes and not things. We increased staff- do better. I believe that’s generation. Anne Arundel her day that are ripe for will be administrative solely by wealth. ing to better address mental a core responsibility of County Public Schools’ instruction are wasted in and operational chal- I can’t take credit for the health issues in schools. We government. We will not hours are not supportive before-school child care. lenges to figure this out. idea. It’s actually the focus funded unmet education stop paying attention to of an environment that By the end of the day, my We may need to invest of a lot of research and ex- and public safety needs. We the economy or the finan- educates, empowers and daughter is exhausted in more buses. We may perimentation. New Zealand shifted the General Devel- cial health of the county — improves quality of life. and transitioned at least need to invest in more calls it well-being and or- opment Plan to a process that would be foolish and The hours are not safe for three times between lights for sports fields. ganized its national budget that is community driven fiscally irresponsible. We’ll any age group, and they before care, school, and But these are solvable around the concept. rather than developer keep an eye on the bottom are not healthy for high after care. An earlier issues. And what’s at Our Healthy Communities driven. I signed legislation line while continuing to school students. start time for elementary stake, the health of our Transition Team recom- banning Styrofoam, and pay our bills like we do at Safe hours are based school would eliminate children, pales in com- mended that every piece of we’ve hired more inspec- home. My administration on dawn and dusk times the need for before care parison to the admin- legislation before the Anne tors to monitor erosion and will focus everyday on how when children can see and and the emotional and istrative and financial Arundel County Council sediment control. Also, our best to improve the daily be seen without artificial financial burden on barriers required to solve should include a health county departments are lives of our people. It’s a illumination. Healthy families of this disrup- this problem. impact statement along- partnering with the federal tall order, yes, but we will hours are after 8:30am for tive schedule. It is time to change side the currently required government to improve the prove that government middle and high school The consequences of school start times that fiscal impact statement. quality and nutrition of policies can be compassion- students due to shifts not getting enough sleep prioritize education, We are working to make foods offered in low-income ate and comprehensive at in biological rhythms are alarming. Higher risk empowerment and the that happen. communities. the same time. that they cannot control. for being overweight; improvement in the Study after study after depression; engaging in quality of life for all of study has backed this up. risky behaviors such as our children. I plan on The American Academy of drinking, smoking, using attending the January 22 Send Us Your Letters Pediatrics (AAP), Ameri- drugs, drowsy driving Board of Education meet- We want to hear your readers are passionate Letters to the Edi- can Medical Association and related care acci- ing to testify again and to thoughts regarding about their neighbor- tor can be emailed (AMA), U.S. Centers for dents; and poor school request action. Thank you what’s happening in the hoods, schools, com- to spvnews@sever- Disease Control (CDC), performance. Simply put, for your consideration of neighborhood. Is there munity and so much naparkvoice.com and National Institutes of chronic sleep depriva- this critical issue. a current issue at hand more — and the Voice may be edited for space, Health (NIH) and Ameri- tion puts our children’s Sincerely, that you feel strongly would love for you to tell clarity, grammar, can Academy of Sleep mental and physical Katie Eckert about? 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Coffering the highest fit for each student, and Foster Real Estate, Our Successful Women quality dance instruction in class placement is based on Park Wellness Group, in Business group held its a professional and nurtur- a variety of factors includ- Primerica/Michael annual holiday luncheon ing environment. ing age, experience and Krause, Sertified LLC, at Café Bretton. Chef Catering to boys, girls, ability. Everyone has an op- and F45 Training. Victor treated us to a men and women of all inter- portunity to dance at Cre- We held two ribbon- beautiful lunch with est and ability levels, the ative Force Dance Center. cutting celebrations in four selections from center offers both recre- “Our biggest thing is December. EscapeTime the delicious French- ational and competitive inclusion,” said DePascal. celebrated the grand themed menu. The event programs and also offers “We have kids with physical opening of its new loca- was sponsored by Li- specialized programs for limitations or special needs; tion in Annapolis. This sa’s Cakepops. students with disabilities. in our environment, every- is the second location for Partners in Care “The biggest thing that I No matter the age or experience, Creative Force Dance Center one has the opportunity to this fun and entertaining held a wonderful multi- feel is important, and what aims to inspire self-esteem, teamwork and commitment. learn the art of dance and business. St. Martin’s- chamber Bubbles and makes us different from it’s amazing. in-the-Field held a Bling event in December. any other studio, is that our rience, Creative Force Dance places. We have 15 teachers “When you demonstrate grand opening of its new We enjoyed mingling and main focus is that anybody Center aims to inspire at our studio, so there are a empathy and inclusive middle school. The Right shopping in the store, should have the opportuni- confidence, self-esteem, lot of different people who behavior, the kids and Reverend Eugene Taylor which has an incredible ty to learn the art of dance,” teamwork and commit- can teach a lot of differ- students look to emulate Sutton, 14th bishop of selection of clothing, jew- said Tammy DePascal, the ment. The goal is to educate ent things.” what they see the adults the Episcopal Diocese of elry, artwork and many owner and Creative Force students in a variety of Along with regular do,” added DePascal. Maryland, was there to other items. Their inven- Dance Company direc- styles of dance, exploring classes, the center also of- “It’s all part of what goes bless the new building, tory and variety of items tor. “We work really hard and combining both the fers summer programs and on at CFDC!” and many community is truly amazing! to build a safe nurturing mastery of movement and a variety of camps. Creative Force Dance members attended the Our 2020 directories environment for folks in the artistry of expression. “We have six weeks of Center is located at 570 wonderful event. have arrived, and we are our studio. When anyone “It’s definitely not a classes and we usually have F Ritchie Highway. Find On December 5, we distributing them to vari- enters our facility, kids feel cookie-cutter approach,” three to four weeks of camp the center online at www. held the 10th anniversary ous “drop points” such safe and free to express said DePascal. “There are as well — full-day, half-day creativeforcedance.com, call celebration of our Holiday as the library and offices. themselves.” classes we offer that you — and usually, one week 410-431-7018 or email info@ Taste and Sip event. We Please visit us and pick Regardless of age or expe- just won’t find at other that is intensive for the seri- creativeforcedance.com. relocated to the beautiful up your directory. You Chartwell Golf & Country will find listings of all our Club and added a tent for chamber members and expanded space. There the great goods and ser- were 26 vendors offering vices they provide in the fantastic food, desserts community. Remember to H eartLands Is Committed To and libations, and more shop local! than 300 people attended. We are participat- Personalized Resident Experiences Many thanks to the ing in a multi-chamber presenting sponsor and legislative leadership By Haley Weisgerber organization dedicated to creator (Matt Wyble and breakfast on January 16 [email protected] maximizing and enhancing the Matt Wyble Team of from 7:30am-9:30am at lifestyle. All Five Star sites Century 21 New Mil- the Blackwall Barn and he decision to move are held to high standards lennium), gold sponsor Lodge. We have con- into an assisted in terms of resident care (Valerie McLaughlin firmed over 30 legislators Tliving community and experience. of Emerald Financial who will be in attendance. is not an easy one for Of the 281 sites all over Partners), bronze sponsor It is important to keep up many families. the country, HeartLands (Kogen Dojo), music spon- to date with legislative The staff at HeartLands Severna Park was named sor (Griswold Home Care) initiatives that impact Assisted Living, a medi- number two in the nation and photo sponsor (Park business and you. This um-sized facility with 82 for customer and family Tavern). Thanks also to event is open to the residents, is committed satisfaction. the more than 100 donors public, and we encourage to providing each resi- “We are very customer- to the silent auction. you to attend and stay dent with a personalized Photo by Haley Weisgerber service oriented,” said The next night was our informed! 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She Studio, and musical and Give Local move- “Typically, a team member the new guy on the block. married couples, veterans, gives her personal cell- performances by the ment in our community. might stay two or three Things are very consistent various levels of depen- phone number to families Severna Park Elemen- Won’t you join us? Call years on average. Of the here. It’s not a constant dency, and short- and long- and encourages them to tary School and the St. 410-647-3900, email info@ eight department heads changing of faces that you term care. reach out to her at any time John the Evangelist gspacc.com or visit www. here, most of us have been have to learn.” HeartLands is owned by with questions or concerns. School chorus. We thank gspacc.com. here 15 to 17 years. In fact, With 13 different room Five Star Senior Living, an »»Continued on A16

Ribbon Cutting How The SECURE Act Is Changing Retirement Planning What A Fit: F45 Training and those who inherit an IRA Changes to Jason LaBarge from a loved one. Traditional IRA Managing Partner Contributions Comes To Severna Park Premier Planning Changes to Previously, there was a Group Required Minimum maximum age of 70.5 that Distributions (RMDs) you could contribute to your e all have one of Previously, you were traditional IRA. The SECURE those people in our required to start taking a re- Act eliminates the maximum Wfamily or at the of- quired minimum distribution, age completely for those with fice; a person who, no matter or RMD, the year you turned an earned income. In 2020, the the people around them or 70.5 years old. Anyone with an maximum contributions to all where they are, they make IRA or 401(k) was required to of your IRA accounts (tradi- you cringe as much as they withdraw a certain percentage tional and Roth) is $7,000 for might make you smile. They (based on age) of their account those aged 50 years and older don’t care who they disagree each year. Essentially, this ($6,000 for those under 50 with. They don’t care if they was the government saying years old). are politically correct. I’m you have deferred paying talking about the people who taxes on these funds long Changes to Inherited talk politics all the time. Well, enough, and they want the tax IRAs or Stretch IRAs Congress just gave these types revenue. This was not always Previously, anyone who of people a lot to talk about. In an ideal situation, as many inherited an IRA could stretch fact, Congress gave all of us a people I work with did not the IRA required minimum lot to talk about, particularly need the money at that age. distributions out over their those approaching retirement. The SECURE Act has pushed expected lifetime. This helped On Friday, December 20, the age when you start taking to potentially expand the tax 2019, the SECURE Act was your RMD to 72 years old. liability out over several years Photo by Shannon Vitielliss passed. SECURE stands for According to a MarketWatch or decades. With the exception Eric Young welcomed the community to Severna Park’s newest fitness center, F45 “Setting Every Community Up article, the 70.5 age was based of beneficiaries who inherit an Training, on January 10. The business is located at 484-D Ritchie Highway in for Retirement Enhancement” on life expectancies in the IRA from a husband or wife, Severna Park. F45 Training is a global fitness community specializing in innovative, and is intended to strengthen early 1960s and had not been this benefit has been revised high-intensity group workouts that are fast, fun, and results-driven. It is retirement security for people updated since. from lifetime to 10 years. This specifically designed to provide a functional full-body workout while improving across the country. The bill has It’s important to note that is one of the tradeoffs for all energy levels, metabolic rate, strength, and endurance. put into place several changes, account owners who turned the positives in the law. and I’d say that for the most 70.5 before December 31, 2019, Beneficiaries of an inher- part, the changes are positives. should ensure that they have ited IRA will be required to As with anything, there are taken their RMD or have plans withdraw all assets of that na P some tradeoffs. I’d like to go to do so prior to the deadline IRA within 10 years. Since Would you like your business event er a v r over some of the bigger chang- of April 1, 2020. Anyone who regular required minimum

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Call 410-647-9400 or email S affect your retirement plan. 70.5 on or after January 1, 2020 be required, but all assets v These law changes will impact will not need to begin taking must be out in 10 years, it will [email protected] o ic e those approaching retirement, required minimum distribu- be important to talk to a tax those already in retirement, tions until 2022. »»Continued on A16 A16 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice SCORE Looks Back SECURE Act Is Changing HeartLands Assisted Retirement Planning Living Community On Successful Year »»Continued from A15 Those of you who thought you »»Continued from A15 and 5:00pm,” said Stewart. professional when making the had an estate plan in place “I’m a problem solver. “They happen at night, decision of when to withdraw need to meet with a profes- Families that come to me they happen in the middle the funds. If you have inher- sional to see how this law has have had something occur of the night. We’ve always ited an IRA from someone impacted it. If you don’t have in their lives. Their parent had 24-hour nursing here, other than a spouse and you an estate plan in place, you has had a hospitalization or and for a long time we were are still working, particularly should meet with a profes- realization that they can’t the only ones that had 24- if you are in your prime earn- sional to put one in place. stay home anymore,” said hour nursing.” ing years, withdrawing this The SECURE Act will affect Stewart. “They are terrified, Physical, speech, and oc- money will have tax implica- how you plan for retirement, nervous and they have a big cupational therapy is offered tions that you want to be and a visit to your trusted step ahead of them. I help in-house and memory care prepared for. financial professional to navigate that.” is available for residents Again, note that spouses review your plan and how When it comes to assisted with Alzheimer’s disease or who inherit an IRA from a hus- these changes affect it is highly living communities, the dementia. Also, an activity band or wife will still be able recommended. Many parts of residents and families have program, directed by Linda to stretch the distributions the SECURE Act go into effect to make the decision them- Seegmuller, allows residents out over their lifetime. The this year, so you’ll want to selves. After a tour of the to pursue hobbies, join clubs law also provides exceptions prioritize visiting your estate facility and a private lunch and more. Stewart refers to for minor children, disabled and retirement planning pro- in the dining room, families HeartLands as a “boutique- individuals, and people less fessionals right away. If you do, are encouraged by Stewart to style” assisted living experi- than 10 years younger than the next time you’re at a social go home and think about the ence. Everyone is a prior- the decedent. I’d recommend gathering and this new law decision before they commit ity and every experience that if you have an estate plan comes up, you’ll know it ful- to anything. is unique. Southern Maryland SCORE Chapter 390, based in Arnold, in place, you review your plans filled its purpose for you, and “This is not high-pressure “The population we serve held its holiday lunch at the end of December. Members with your estate planner to see you can feel more confident in sales,” said Stewart. “This is remembers boutique shop- collected donations for Toys for Tots, and Anne Arundel if the SECURE Act necessitates your retirement because of it. too important a decision for ping. Little stores, little County Economic Development Corporation CEO and any changes. It’s important Registered Representative high-pressure sales.” shops, little bistros where President Jerry Walker shared an economic outlook and to note that these changes do offering securities through Cetera In Maryland, assisted liv- there is special attention to plans for Anne Arundel County. Chuck Lacijan was not affect existing inherited Advisor Networks LLC, member ing communities are required you,” said Stewart. “That is recognized for his contributions to SCORE website IRA accounts. This only ap- FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under to have nurses available for what we do here.” development, and Dave Butner was honored for his plies to accounts inherited in separate ownership from any only eight hours a day. At HeartLands is hosting an ongoing contributions to the chapter. The Service Corps of 2020 or later. other named entity. 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Photo by Colin Murphy Jacob Goodman slashed to the hoop for two of his 18 points in Severna Park’s win over Cristo Rey on December 27.

By Colin Murphy teams in its first year to 16 @c.murphy.photo this year, which included JV matchups, schools from he Severna Park boys the D.C. area, and Maryland basketball team had a Interscholastic Athletic Tstrong showing in its Association schools. opening game of the Win- Against Cristo Rey, ter Jam basketball event at the Falcons produced a Photos by Colin Murphy Severna Park High School on suffocating defensive effort Top left: Severna Park’s Patrick Ellis won a thrilling heavyweight matchup by pin to seal the Falcons’ 37-36 win over December 27 as the Falcons in the first half, allowing Southern. Top right: Severna Park’s Bohdan Andrulis took down Broadneck’s Tyler Johnson and eventually won by pin. jumped out to a large lead just nine points in the Bottom left: Severna Park’s Carson Gotimer pinned Broadneck’s Nathan Jones to go 2-0 in the tri-meet. over Cristo Rey and thwarted first quarter and five in Bottom right: Broadneck’s Dylan Ruppert grinded out a 9-4 decision over Severna Park’s Colin Shadowens. a comeback attempt to the second. Leverty hit a win 59-45. pair of smooth midrange By Colin Murphy from last year’s roster of Falcons and Bruins also have who have never wrestled and Jacob Goodman led jumpers and had a steal and @c.murphy.photo state contenders, came away talented wrestlers fortifying the guys we have really high Severna Park with 18 points, breakaway layup to help the with a pair of team victories, their lineups, both with hopes for, the goal is to get Jack Leverty added 11 and Falcons build a lead. Good oth the Severna defeating Southern 45-33 similar goals of building better every day.” Orion Young had 8 points ball movement by Declan Park and Broadneck and the host Falcons 48-27. throughout the season and Broadneck coach Reid and 8 rebounds. Fox and Stephen Horman Bwrestling programs Severna Park held its excelling in the postseason Bloomfield was happy to The Falcons improved freed up Goodman to attack can be proud of their overall own against Broadneck tournaments. see his young lineup wrestle to 6-2 overall with a 49-36 off the dribble, and Tyler showings from their tri- and got an exciting win “The goal is just to get hard and sweep the meet. victory over Perry Hall on Dulin, Eric Bloom and meet with Southern at over Southern, coming better every day,” said “We’re a really young the event’s second day on Joe Harrington played Severna Park High School on from behind to defeat the Severna Park coach Trevor team, so any win is a good January 28. strong back-line defense January 8. Bulldogs 37-36. Bryden. “A lot of different win,” said Bloomfield. The event, in its third and rebounded well to close The Bruins, who graduated Both teams are young skill sets and levels of “We’re starting eight season, has grown from eight »»Continued on B2 a huge swath of their lineup and lack experience, but the experience. So for the guys »»Continued on B5 Severna Park Girls Post Rivalry SP Swim Teams Win Over Broadneck, 39-21 Sweep Quad Meet

Photo courtesy of Laurie Dennis Severna Park swimmers and coach John Bachkosky were all smiles during the Falcons’ meet with Northeast, Southern and Annapolis on January 10. Photos by Colin Murphy (L-R) Hailey Betch, Jess Albert and Emma Ryan were among Severna Park’s many playmakers in the Falcons’ win over Broadneck. By Colin Murphy On January 10, standout performances came from By Colin Murphy steals for the Falcons, before the calendar turns and the Falcons jumped out he Sevenra Park swim throughout the Severna Park @c.murphy.photo who deployed customary to 2020. “It’s early. We’re to an 8-0 lead on buckets team continued its lineup. On the girls side, defensive intensity to pull still working. We’re a little by Albert, McLaughlin and Tstrong season on Sara Smith won the 200- he Severna Park girls away from Broadneck. bit behind where we usually Theresa Bragg. January 10 with wins over yard freestyle, and Shannon basketball team relied “I thought we were pretty are. The focus is just to “The defense cheer always Northeast, Southern and Sullivan was second. Ton defense and a big flat to start the game, but get better, that’s always gets us riled up and gets us Annapolis at Arundel Olym- Smith also won the 50 free. third-quarter run to out- we made some adjustments, the focus.” to play as best as we can,” pic Swim Center. Madeline Goger won the pace visiting Broadneck for the girls made them, we Effort on the defensive said Albert. “Coach Dean The Falcon girls improved 200 individual medley in a 39-21 win on December 13. had a good talk at halftime, end set the tone early always tells us to play a to 11-1 on the year, and front of teammate Morgan Kaila Stasulli led and they came out playing for the Falcons. With the white-line, help defense, so the Falcon boys are now Schultz. Camryn Raines Severna Park with 9 how we should have come bench chanting, “Defense! we’re always making sure 9-2-1. Both teams defeated won the 100 butterfly, points and 4 assists out to start,” said Severna Defense!” Jess Albert we’re helping, have that Broadneck in their most and Sullivan was second. and Lena McLaughlin Park coach Kris Dean, who blocked the Bruins’ first second help so everyone can recent showdown with Raines also won the 100 had 10 rebounds and 5 is eager for improvement shot attempt of the game, »»Continued on B3 the Bruins. »»Continued on B4 B2 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice Park Boys Go 2-0 At Winter Jam Creek Boys Push For MIAA Playoffs »»Continued from B1 defensive stands. The Falcons led 36-14 at half. “I thought the first half, both ends of the floor, was about as good as we can play,” said head coach Paul Pellicani. “We shared the ball, had good ball reversal, made good decisions on shot selection. Defensively we really throttled — 14 points in the first half, I’m very happy with that.” Cristo Rey switched its defensive scheme to a disruptive zone in the second half, temporarily stalling Severna Park’s offense. But Young kept the Falcons ahead with rebounding energy, relentlessly crashing the glass and coming up with four offensive rebounds and two put-back layups in the third quarter alone. “I think all of us have really focused on, as soon as the shot goes up, really crash and be aggressive,” Young, a senior, said. “Even if it leads Photo by Colin Murphy to a couple rebounding fouls, Jack Leverty scored 11 points in Severna Park’s win over CRJ. we always play the same and try to crash the boards.” sleep. I wait for a guy to go become a great success in Some effective individual backdoor, then I attack off its three years, as players, scoring by Cristo Rey that, and normally I can get coaches, families and closed the lead somewhat, to the basket.” referees enjoy the organized but Severna Park never Pellicani said Goodman scheduling and swift surrendered its double- put in the offseason work to administration of the games. digit advantage en route to take his game to a new level Players, coaches and referees the victory. this season. also had access to hospitality Goodman, a senior, has “I’m really happy for rooms that provided food — a elevated his scoring this year that situation, because he sure way to win over teenage having scored in the teens really worked hard in the athletes on their way in and and 20s in almost every game. offseason,” said Pellicani. out of the gym. “I think everything has “He put in all the time, all Young said the Falcons just kind of come together. the effort, did everything he hope to ascend the county Photos by Colin Murphy My teammates are finding was supposed to do, and he ladder in 2020. The rest of The Indian Creek boys basketball team competed in Severna Park’s Winter Jam over the me,” said Goodman. “I’m literally changed his body. the season is wide open, holiday break. The Eagles are 4-7 and will push for a playoff spot in the MIAA B Conference. not the quickest guy, so it’s He is bigger and stronger. and Severna Park has an kind of lulling the defense to You can see what he’s doing experienced and well- offensively, but he’s getting rounded roster. some big rebounds, he’s “I definitely think it can getting some steals, he’s be a good year for us,” said CaR aCCiDent? getting deflections. He’s Young. “We just have to take turn to Frank & Bill’s to take care become a complete player.” it one game at a time and of your auto repair needs! The Winter Jam has focus on one win at a time.”

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CLASSES START JAN. 22 Online, evening and weekend classes available. B4 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice In Championship Rematch, And Possible Preview, Spalding Ice Hockey Ties Mount Saint Joseph, 1-1 By Colin Murphy the Gaels killed the penalty. 7 overall and still winless in @c.murphy.photo “Honestly, it’s the team,” MIAA play at 0-1-3. “Early said Williams. “Without on, the first part of the The January 6 matchup them, I wouldn’t be able game, we did a very poor between the Archbishop to do that. They help me job of that. The second half, Spalding and Mount St. and keep me in control we did a much better job. Joseph ice hockey teams whenever I get angry. [Mount St. Joe] are fast, made it clear that the Without them I would have very aggressive, and they battle for the Maryland let in more goals. They keep were on us early. We were Interscholastic Athletic me calm inside.” just throwing pucks around Association A Conference He added that the rivalry with no poise. In the second championship will be as has grown in intensity, as half we did a much better closely contested this demonstrated by the group job, poise and control, and year as it has been in of classmates from both they were chasing us.” recent seasons. schools who trekked down Both teams also compete Having already tied 0-0 to Laurel to watch the game in the Mid-Atlantic Prep in one prior meeting this and support their teams. Hockey League along with season, the Cavs and Gaels “It’s everything,” said several of the DC-area prep played to a 1-1 stalemate Williams. “Our school gets schools. The Gaels are 6-4-3 at The Gardens Ice House behind us. That helps us overall and undefeated in in Laurel. with our morale.” the MIAA at 2-0-2, having Ryan Trott’s first- The Gaels did almost received consistent scoring period score gave Mount everything needed to put and playmaking from St. Joe a lead it protected away a victory, but the Cavs Nolan Westlake and Chris for nearly the entire game pulled Berke to get another Robinson. Notable wins before Archbishop Spalding man on offense with 54 over DeMatha Catholic and rallied for a 1-1 tie on seconds left. Urgo made a Gonzaga give the Gaels Riley Caldarella’s last- sweeping move on the left confidence they can compete minute goal. side and dropped a nifty for both the MIAA and Spalding goalie Collin pass behind him to Vance, MAPHL crowns. Berke and MSJ goalie Jake who sent a pass through “It’s been a lot of fun. Williams dazzled in front traffic over to the right. I think we’ve got a really of the net with 28 and 19 Fresh out of the penalty good team. We’ve got a saves, respectively. box, Caldarella was waiting, team that likes to work The programs have and he wristed a shot past hard,” said Marley. “Any of combined for the last Williams and into the top the teams that are going three MIAA A Conference shelf to tie the game at 1-1 to make the playoffs can championships, with with 32 seconds left. He make a legitimate run to Spalding winning each of dropped down to one knee winning the title. If we get the last two over Mount St. Photos by Colin Murphy for a sliding fist-pump in in the playoffs and we get Joe, and the Gaels winning The Archbishop Spalding and Mount Saint Joseph ice hockey teams have met in each of the celebration before getting hot, get some goal scoring in 2017 over Calvert Hall. last two Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association A Conference championships. They embraced by teammates. and some goal-tending, we’ll With two ties this season have tied both meetings this season, including a 1-1 draw on January 6 in Laurel. He was keen to fuel the be alright.” and rich championship rivalry’s fire after the game, With Calvert Hall also traditions, both sides larger share of the game’s “I thought we were recorded an eye-popping 150 saying he was doing a little contenders for the MIAA, a foresee a late-season battle penalties. able to forecheck really total saves. chirping on the ice. rematch between Spalding for conference supremacy. Trott gave his side a 1-0 effectively and put pressure Spalding was able build “I called it,” said and St. Joe is no certainty, “This rivalry started a advantage late in the first on them, especially on offensive pressure with Caldarella. “I was talking to but could nonetheless come long time ago,” said Berke. period, sending a shot off their defensemen down low better consistency in the the goalie before I got my in the MIAA playoffs with “With each generation it Berke’s shoulder and into in their zone, especially third period, getting strong stupid penalty, and I told the potential for a finals heats up. The boys all know the goal from a nearly flat towards the end of the attacking play from leading him, I said, ‘I’m going to nip trilogy if the programs meet each other. Last year, we angle deep in the corner. second period. That was scorer JB Vance as well as it above your glove.’ I just for the title. The spirited were the underdogs and “I just got down to the kind of our best stretch Dominic DeCesaris and turned to their bench, give a rivalry and strength of both we went all the way to the goal line and didn’t really when we had them pinned Michael Urgo. nice little celly, go down on programs yields confidence championship, so we know have any options, so I just in deep a lot,” said Marley. Like Berke, Williams one knee. Bring it straight to on both sides, including for anything can happen. We’re threw it onto the net and it Berke came up with an shined in net for St. Joe. He the boys, ya know?” Trantin and the Cavaliers. working hard as a team, went in; squeaked through array of saves, using his made a pair of point-blank Salvaging the tie was “They know that if they bonding, and our confidence between him and the post,” stick, glove, leg paddings saves on one possession a decent result given the bring their best they can will boost up with every said Trott. and even taking one off and stopped play with a Cavs’ substandard play be on the ice, and they can win. We’ll be a good The Gaels intensified the facemask. Caldarella glove save. A penalty that throughout much of the first compete with anybody,” contender for it this year.” pressure throughout the later called Berke “the best gave Spalding a power play and second periods, said Trantin said. “At the end of The Gaels put pressure on second period, backing goalie in the league,” and led to an intense stretch of head coach Rob Trantin. the day, it’s up to them and the Cavaliers and held the the Cavs up and peppering Spalding’s coaching staff Cavs pressure with under “I think we just have to how we play together as a better of play throughout Berke with shots, which was noted that Berke had a five minutes to play, but get better with poise of team. If they play their best, much of the game even a welcome sight for MSJ three-game stretch over the Williams continued to controlling the puck,” said they can beat anybody in in spite of earning a coach Mike Marley. winter break in which he deflect shot after shot, and Trantin, whose Cavs are 5-6- the league.” Discover our excitement for Severna Park Swim Team Sweeps Quad Meet learning at Monsignor Slade »»Continued from B1 Bertazzon was Celebrating 65 years of inspiring students who lead and serve as disciples of Christ! breaststroke, and second. Morgan Goger was second. Sloan placed second You’re Invited to our Open House! Krista Gretz won in the 50 free, and January 26, 2020 - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. the 100 free, and Jack DeBaugh was Sabrina Bowes third. Charlie Pitta was second. Nicole won the 100 fly. DeMaio won the 500 Nathan Damanti free, and Ainsley and Henry Wright Jefferds was second. took second and third Sophie Patz won Photo courtesy of Laurie Dennis in the 500 free. Sloan the 100 backstroke, Severna Park swim team captains (l-r) was second in the 100 and Lauren Turk Colin Dennis, Emma Patenaude, Lauren back, and Gillespie was second. Turk and Ben Simpkins led the Falcons at was third. DeMaio, Bowes, their January 10 meet. Moran, Damanti, Kate Myers and Gillespie and Sloan Kylee Emrich won the On the boys side, Ben won the 200 medley relay by 200-yard medley relay. Simpkins won the 200 free one second over Annapolis. Mackenzie Burfoot, and the 100 breast. Tyler Debaugh, Bertazzon, Pitta Gretz, Goger and Smith won Moran won the 200 IM, and Simpkins won the 200 Grants available for transferring students! the 200 free relay. Gretz, and Andrew Gillespie was free relay. Sloan, Pitta, Inquire today! 410-766-7130 | msladeschool.com | Conveniently located near the intersection of Route 100 and I-97 Sullivan, Raines and Smith second. 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Mental health is something executing a range I’ve always felt strongly about and am of takedowns and passionate about bringing awareness to.” holds to stack up It was a recent instance in which Fortier points against sought to bring those around her closer Jones. Gotimer led together, something she has excelled 13-2 in the third at more and more since first coming to round when he Indian Creek for her sophomore year. Photos by Colin Murphy pinned Jones to, Fortier played a range of Green Hornets Above: Ty Broadway is like Andrulis, go 2-0 sports while growing up and attending 23-0 on the season for on the day. Folger McKinsey Elementary School Severna Park. Right: Broadneck and Severna Park Middle School before Broadneck’s Will Donahoe surrendered forfeits zeroing in volleyball as her favorite during took down Severna Park’s at 195 and 220, with Indian Creek School senior Reese Fortier middle school. Andrew Trulll at 113 lbs. Caleb Robinson is a leader on the volleyball court and in “I figured out fast I wasn’t a musician,” and Ty Broadway, her school community. Fortier said. “Volleyball was the sport I »»Continued from B1 his bouts. respectively, accepting the really loved.” underclassmen and had a “Honestly, I have probably wins for Severna Park. By Colin Murphy | @c.murphy.photo Her move to Indian Creek as a sophomore couple first-year kids in the the worst mentality,” Ellis Ellis also made it a 2-0 coincided with the school’s creation of a lineup. So for those guys said. “I always think that I’m night when he secured a 3-1 Indian Creek senior Reese Fortier volleyball program in 2017. The Eagles won to come out here in a good going to lose. The reason I decision over Simms in the has many markers of personal success — the Interscholastic Athletic Association environment and experience think that is that it always heavyweight battle. outstanding student, senior class president, of Maryland C Conference championship success, come away with helps me think that I have Severna Park surrendered captain of the Eagles’ volleyball team and in their first season in 2018 and have two wins, we’re really to be as cautious as possible. a forfeit at 106. At 113, yearbook editor, just to name a few — but it continued to excel since, with Fortier proud of that.” If you’re always on your Broadneck’s Will Donohoe is her impact on others at Indian Creek that serving as captain this season. The Bruins began the highest point of awareness pinned the Falcons’ Andrew separates her as an influential member of No one expected the Eagles to do well night with a powerful and striving to make sure Trull to conclude the match. her school community. that first season, but Fortier said the display against Southern, everything you do has no Broadway, who accepted “She’s a highly motivated, very focused program’s success is a result of everyone accepting points on a error, then it really opens forfeits against both and goal-oriented young lady who is also committing to helping each other. few forfeits and getting up and you have the ability Southern and Broadneck, very good at organizing and getting people “We really had to lean on each other that victories from Ben Durkin to win the matches. You’re ran his season record to to move toward a goal,” said Indian Creek first season,” said Fortier. “We were new to (a third-round pin at 120 focused on, ‘How can I get 23-0 and figures to be one Upper School math teacher Todd Kerr of the conference and everyone expected us lbs), Cayden Groah (minor to them without them doing of the top contenders for Fortier. “It’s very plain and obvious the girls to lose. I think it just came down to coming decision at 132), Jacob things to me?’ It is about the county at 220 as well as look to her for leadership.” together as a team.” Miller (minor decision at speed, it is about strength, a player in the region and Indian Creek social studies Fortier looks forward to college and 138), Dylan Ruppert (third- but at the end of the day, state tournaments. teacher and yearbook advisor Tonya the possibility of studying neuroscience, round pin at 152), Giavon the most important thing is A junior, Broadway Montgomery agrees. psychology or philosophy. She said the Meiklejohn (second-round technique.” suffered an injury that “Reese is a leader in the classroom,” said small-school setting at Indian Creek has pin at 170) and J’Marion The exciting finish set the kept him out of most of Montgomery. “She works really, really hard. afforded her the opportunity to take Simms (first-round stage for Severna Park and the football season, but he She’s also a thought leader in classes. She’s initiative in a variety of endeavors, like pin at 285). Broadneck to clash. Severna came into wrestling season someone who thinks really deeply about volleyball. The experience has given her The host Falcons then Park forfeited at 120 to begin healthy, and he said his the work she does and comes in with ideas perspective on how important it is to build faced Southern and the match. Broadneck’s coaches have been key to to share, and she’s confident in her ability strong bonds with the people around you. immediately went into an Rylan Woodward led his success. to put those thoughts out there and make “Volleyball is completely reliant on 18-0 hole after a forfeit and Severna Park’s Dean King “Listening to coach,” said them understandable to her classmates.” teamwork,” said Fortier. “You’re all on the two pins. Jack Chadwick 12-4 in the second round of Broadway. “I feel that if I One example of Fortier’s confidence in same side of the court, you’re all relying on got Severna Park on the their match at 126 when he listen to coach, anything can bringing her goals to fruition came when each other. If you can’t get the pass, you board with a minor decision managed to seal six points happen, anything is possible. saw the movie “Angst,” a film that explores can’t get the set, you can’t get the hit. So a 132. Bohdan Andrulis with a pin. Chadwick and He really pushes me and has modern anxiety, and launched an effort it’s very interconnected. I feel like that has racked up points in his Groah squared off at 132 and high expectations for me, to bring the film to campus for separate helped me a lot as far as connecting with match at 152 to earn a 17-3 grappled through nearly and I have high expectations screenings in front of the student body people off the court and learning to lean major decision. Carson three rounds of low-scoring for myself.” and the parents. Fortier met with teachers, on people for help. I’ve always been a very Gotimer kept the Falcons’ wrestling before Groah He said the Falcons can administrators and the parent-teacher independent person who does my own thing momentum going with managed to pin Chadwick make some noise as a team organization to pitch the value of the movie and didn’t want help with things. So I think a first-round pin of his for an 18-0 Broadneck lead. in the coming weeks, and as something that would destigmatize having that necessity on the volleyball court opponent at 182. With The Bruins’Jacob Miller no matter what, they’ll be mental health issues and empower the of having others support you has helped me Severna Park leading 31-30 pinned Matt Thompson wrestling hard. school community to be open in seeking the learn to lean on others to support me and to and a forfeit looming in the in the second round at “I have faith in my team, resources they need. support others when they need it. You can’t 106-lbs weight class, Severna 138 to up the lead to 24-0. win or lose,” Broadway said. “As soon as I saw the movie I thought play the game all by yourself. I couldn’t be Park’s Patrick Ellis needed Broadneck’s Dylan Ruppert “I just want them to wrestle it was something everyone should see,” one-on-life. I have to have a team with me. to pin his opponent in the and Severna Park’s Colin hard and give 120% on the Fortier said. “I’m pretty open about this, but These past few years, my self-growth has heavyweight bout in order Shadowens delivered an mat, because once it’s over, as someone who has struggled with anxiety been about building that team around me, to secure a team victory for intriguing battle at 145 — it’s over.” and not really knowing so much where and it’s helped me become successful.” the Falcons. Shadowens was wrestling Meiklejohn, a county Ellis and Southern’s for the first time this season contender for Broadneck at In partnership with The Matt Wyble Team of Century 21, the Voice’s Student-Athlete of heavyweight were tied 2-2 in after recovering from an 170 lbs who hopes to qualify the Month series seeks to recognize the many student-athletes in our area who make an the second round when Ellis injury during football for states, spoke confidently impact not necessarily by way of statistics or stardom, but by their unique contributions. opportunistically seized season, and despite lacking about the Bruins’ prospects Do you know a young person in our community making a positive impact through sports? on an overly aggressive conditioning, he managed for continued success over Nominate them by contacting at [email protected]. play for points and caught to go the distance with the rest of the season. Colin Murphy his opponent for a match- Ruppert, avoid a pin and “For the team, [tonight] clinching pin. drop a minor decision, gave us a lot of confidence,” “I had the single leg on 9-4. Both wrestlers could said Meiklejohn, a junior. Student-Athlete Of The Month him; he was really fighting be contenders for the “We came out and beat the Proudly Sponsored By The Matt Wyble Team of CENTuRY 21 New Millennium hard against it, but he county at 145. team we were supposed to threw himself over too early At 152, Andrulis secured a beat, Severna Park, our rival. and put too much weight 2-0 night with an impressive Then Southern, they thought forward,” said Ellis. “It goes first-round takedown they were going to come into technique and being throw of Broadneck’s Tyler out here and destroy us, cautious. He put too much Johnson and a subsequent and we took it to them, too. weight forward. He really pin. 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Interest rate may change at any time. 410-987-8780 | 216 Najoles Rd, Millersville, MD 21108 January 15, 2020 Severna Park voice B6 School & Youth Local Teachers Recognized A Day In For Excellence The Life Story and Photos by Chris Fincham were named semifinalists for the 2020 Of A CAT [email protected] Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year in December. roadneck High School’s Matthew Both teachers were honored for the South Bem and Shipley’s Choice El- recognition but equally humble and ementary School’s Angela Miller quick to shift praise toward their wBere both recently recognized for their colleagues, staff and faculty at their Student outstanding work inside the classroom. schools. However, the principals at Miller and Bem were two of the 14 both schools say the recognition is By Haley Weisgerber teachers from across the county who well-deserved. nne Arundel County —— Jim Todd, the Broadneck High School principal, spoke on what makes Matthew Bem such an effective educator worthy of recognition. Public Schools offers a unique opportunity for Mr. Bem is passionate about science, teaching, and most importantly A “ students to receive a technical his students. He challenges his students and has an incredible feel education. for when it is time to give feedback or provide support.” With over 15 programs to choose from, the Center of Ap- —— Dr. Beth Burk, Shipley’s Choice Elementary principal, described Miller plied Technology South (CAT as one of the most thoughtful educators she knows. South) in Edgewater offers students a hands-on and spe- “She is constantly reflecting about her instruction and how to best reach students cialized education in a trade. individually. She then applies her ideas to adjust her instruction and learning Broadneck and Severna environment. Her instruction is consistently highly effective and engaging.” Park high school students who enroll in the programs take their basic English, math, sci- 2010 graduate of ence and social studies classes Broadneck High at their “home school,” and are School,A Bem returned transported to the CAT South to his school after earn- campus to learn their trade. ing his Bachelor of Sci- “I think this is the best ence degree in biology type of education,” said CAT from George Mason South Principal Joseph Rose. University in 2014. “I personally came through “I got really lucky, technical education, and after Bem said. “I graduated I graduated high school I was a college a little bit early, carpenter for three and a half and I was able to get in years. It really gives students a here mid-year. I was extremely fortunate, leg up and experience in what- because this is an amazing school.” ever they choose. It allows Though Bem was inspired by teachers them to connect the theory like Shonda Payne, who now teaches at and the application.” Glen Burnie High School, teaching was Throughout their educa- never part of his original career plan — tion, students are prepared while in high school or even the first part for the workforce in a big way. of college. In high school, he was interested Resume writing, interviewing in social studies but had always wanted to and character development Matthew Bem do something with science — biology in are included in every course. Biology | Broadneck High School particular. His time »»Continued on B9 “We make sure we are Photos by Haley Weisgerber preparing the whole child, not Top: Emily Crabill said the instructors at CAT South inspire just aspects of the students,” the students to learn. Center Left: For Adam Steen, the rowing up in Long “My sixth-grade teacher,” said Rose. “It’s one of the Marine Service Technology program at CAT South is a perfect Island, New York, the recalled Miller. “She made things we are hearing back fit.Center Right: Cailyn Dove of Broadneck High School is in GSeverna Park resident has learning fun, and she was from our business partners the first level of the two-step Academy of Health Professions wanted to be a teacher someone who I admired and that we work with on a regular program. Bottom: Cole Kraycik of Severna Park worked since being inspired in looked up to and I thought, »»Continued on B8 underneath one of the vehicles donated to CAT South. middle school. ‘I want to be just like her.’” After graduating from Towson University, she started teaching CYSO Performs At Carnegie in Baltimore County, and then spent a year teaching in the Carib- Hall And White House bean before settling in her husband’s home- By Laura McElwain town of Severna Park. Colquhoun Miller began teaching at Shipley’s Choice in 2007, tudent musicians who but she was “excessed” play with the Chesa- in 2009 and spent three Speake Youth Symphony years teaching at Arnold Orchestra (CYSO) recently Elementary before the had the unique opportunity opportunity to return to play at prestigious venues to Shipley’s presented it- on the East Coast. Angela Miller self. Originally a fourth- On December 5, members Second Grade | Shipley’s Choice Elementary School »»Continued on B9 of the organization’s symphony orchestra and both junior and senior flute ensembles The flute ensemble (above) and the string section principals played at the renowned (below) of the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra gathered Carnegie Hall in New York before their performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City. City. Later in the month, on Area Scouts Reach Rank Of Eagle December 21, members of the senior flute ensemble played By Judy Tacyn background music during Christmas tours of the Scout Troop 450 White House. hey have been Scouting It was the fourth year Ttogether for a decade, the CYSO has been invited so it was only fitting that to play at Carnegie Hall for Grayson Phillips, Alex Van- Christmas benefit concerts Wie and Mitchell Frye would organized by composer and earn their Eagle rank to- conductor Tim Janis. This gether as the latest members year’s title was “Christmas of Troop 450’s highest honor. with Tim Janis and special Based out of St. John the guests: Tori Kelly, Colbie Cail- Evangelist parish and school lat and Us The Duo.” in Severna Park, Phillips and Photo by Judy Tacyn The orchestra played acoustics are so amazing. The space, and the sound carried VanWie received the coveted (L-R) Grayson Phillips, Alex VanWie and Mitchell Frye of for most of the concert as sound travels really well,” she through the whole first-floor rank on Saturday, January 4, Scout Troop 450 earned their Eagle rank together. students accompanied the said. “And it’s such a beauti- level,” Vehslage said. “We while Frye’s Court of Honor famous musicians, while the ful place.” were visually surrounded by was held November 30. St. Francis prayer garden on in a quiet area under a blan- flute ensembles played a spe- It was the sixth year the beauty, and then to have the For his Eagle Scout project, the southern end of the St. ket of trees where wildlife cial piece of their own, “Carol flute ensemble has played music, it’s very rich.” Mitchell Frye constructed a John the Evangelist property »»Continued on B8 of the Bells.” In total, about during the Christmas season In addition to playing 60 students participated. at the White House. Conduc- music, the flutists were able Students headed to New tor Gail Vehslage said she to tour the White House Scout Troop 993 York City by bus the morn- submits a video application themselves. Vehslage said everna Park United Meth- ing of the performance. each year, though accep- the overall experience was Sodist Church was the site After lunch, they rehearsed tance is not guaranteed. She memorable. “I know the kids of Troop 993’s recent Court of once onstage before re- was notified in late October will remember it the rest of Honor ceremony where Ben- turning for the evening that her ensemble had been their lives,” she said. jamin Van Brunt, Michael performance. Abby Cleve- selected to return. Cleveland, who played at Drabo and Bendan Huebner land, from Severna Park, is The group of 39 flutists both venues, said “Just being earned Scouting’s highest a freshman at Broadneck Vehslage took to the White with all my friends and doing honor as Eagle Scouts. High School and was on her House on December 21 in- something big was surreal. Benjamin Van Brunt second trip to Carnegie Hall cluded the CYSO senior flute It is crazy to think that I’m a joined Scouting as a Tiger in as part of a flute ensemble. ensemble, as well as an adult freshman and I’ve played at 2009 in Pack 25, Prattville, She has been struck by the flute ensemble she conducts the White House and Carn- Alabama, and continued his large size of the performance in Annapolis. Except for a egie Hall. It’s mind-blowing.” journey in Cub Scouting with (L-R) Brendan Huebner, Michael Drabo and Benjamin Van stage, noting during their 15-minute break, the group Based in Annapolis, the Oak Hill Elementary School’s Brunt are Troop 993’s newest Eagle Scouts. rehearsal for this year’s played Christmas music con- CYSO offers a variety of Pack 918. He continued concert that it was difficult tinuously for two hours in the orchestras and ensembles to stay in Scouting as his Copenhagen, Denmark, and transferred back to Mary- to hear other flutists. East Room as guests walked for musicians ages 8 through Navy father was assigned Krakow, Poland. land, where he joined Troop “We started playing and through and toured. 21. More information can be around the world, including In 2016, his family was »»Continued on B8 you could hear it echo. The “We took up half the found at www.cysomusic.org. Severna Park voice January 15, 2020 B7 St. John The Evangelist Catholic School I think I will become a chef in In the future, I see myself be- the future. ing a librarian. Charlotte G. Penny H. I imagine myself going to I think I will open a baking Duke University as a baseball business call Pretty Pink player. I imagine getting mar- Bakery in Florida. I will make ried in Florida and getting in- cake, cake pops, cupcakes and Question ducted into the Hall of Fame. cookies because baking makes of the month Derek G. me happy. All the money will I think in the future I’ll have a go to charity. Reese B. ach month, the Severna great career. I don’t know what EPark Voice poses a question the future holds, but I know I think in the future I will be a to a local fifth-grade class. it’s going to be amazing. pet-sitter. I love animals and I This month, students from Faith A. think this is the job for me. Ms. Fish’s and Ms. Poremski’s I think I am going to be a Reese K. classes at St. John the Evange- teacher because my mom is a I think I will be a cartographer. list Catholic School answered teacher and I want to be one. Rivers B. the question: Hayden F. In the future, I think I will be What do you think In the future, I see myself be- one of the first women to be coming a computer technician. in the NHL. I would like to go your life will be I also see myself going to high to Notre Dame for college to like in the future? school at Archbishop Spalding. This month, students from Ms. Fish’s and Ms. Poremski’s classes at St. John the Evangelist play ice hockey. I will continue I also see myself living in the Catholic School answered the question: What do you think your life will be like in the future? to look up to the pro hockey I think I will go to Dis- state of Montana. player Alex Ovechkin to ney World with my family Isabella D. achieve my dream. because I have never been to cool to be in space floating I either want to be a fa- first woman president. Nicky and I are going to own Rowan P. Disney World. around doing things. They mous photographer or a Marianne B. a restaurant. Bacon, corndogs I want to start at the Univer- Analyce M. get to go to the moon and cheerleader. I will probably I think I will go to Maryland and bagels will be our main walk on it, and they get to be a cheerleader until I get sity of Maryland and study art I think I will be a speech foods. We will have a stage for college and play basket- because I would love to be an touch the moon. old, then I will try to be a ball. I want to do that because therapist in the future because where people will do comedy Julian B. photographer. I take good artist. When I am finished col- I always admired my brother’s acts, but in our restaurant, I like playing basketball out- lege, I will move to California I think in the future I will be photos and I am very loud, side and in the basement. speech therapist. I also want only we will do the comedy. so I think those two careers with my friends. Then, I will a house designer. Michael C. to help kids, so this is one of Jack D. would be good. open a few companies with my the ways I can. Katie R. When I grow up, I think I will Kenzie G. Jack and I are going to own art and sell them. Anna M. play sports up to college and I think my life will change a a restaurant called BCB - Rylie S. lot because they are going to In the future, I will be a Bacon, Corndogs and Bagels. I I am going to a college that has go to a Division 1 school, hope- gamer and athlete. I will I would like to be an inves- a riding school. fully UCLA or Notre Dame. make more high-tech things. am going to be a comedian for tor because my dad has his I want to go to Virginia Tech have a pug and a Shar Pei the crowds. Callie C. Then, I think I will become for pets. I will train younger own company called H.B.T. or Cornell because my parents Nicholas K. I think I will be an interior a stock market investor and kids to become all-stars. Investments. I am hoping he make a lot of money. went there. I would like to go I think I will be an engineer. will pass it on to me so I can designer because I love design- to Cornell because Ithaca is Logan W. Jack S. I would live in Manhattan. keep it alive. Then I’ll buy a ing. I will live in Maryland really pretty in the winter and When I grow up, I see myself with two dogs. Later in life, I think I will be I would have two kids and a nice house in Florida that’s on it has a big campus. as an architect. I want to nice house. the beach. Caroline S. an astronaut because I love Kaylen B. build things for the poor Owen M. Tristan A. science, and I think it is just and help people. Plus, be the

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ronmental conservation and was inducted into the Order Scout preservation for his Eagle of the Arrow in 2014 at the A Day In The Life Of A CAT South Student Scout project, leading the end of his second year with »»Continued from B6 “The coolest thing was cover everything from marine Troop 993 building and installation of Troop 993. basis. We ask, ‘Hey, what can studying the heart, because electrical systems to basic »»Continued from B6 bat boxes in the wooded area For his Eagle Scout project, we do to better prepare our that’s what I want to do when sailboat rigging within the 993. He held numerous leader- of a community greenspace Huebner cleared a section of students for you?’ and they tell I grow up. It was challenging two-level course. ship roles during his Scouting to promote healthy communi- wooded area from brush and us to work on the soft skills.” because it was a lot of infor- “There are so many projects, career, including patrol leader ties of bats for mosquito and undergrowth to make room mation, but it was interest- and we are always getting and assistant senior patrol flying insect control. for a bench at the Shipley’s Career Exploration ing,” said Kinuthia. something new,” said Steen. leader, though his favorite “Bat houses provide a safe Choice swimming pool. He Career Exploration allows “My favorite is probably position was as den chief in alternative location for bats also mulched the area, and ninth-grade students to rotate Carpentry learning about the engines. Denmark, where he mentored to nest in, without having stained and waterproofed between four CAT South When Crabill completed the We completely take apart and Cub Scouts. to worry about being dis- the bench. programs a semester. When career exploration program, reassemble the engines.” For his Eagle Scout project, placed,” Drabo added. “Bats Huebner graduated from it comes time to apply in the she had already fallen in love Upon graduating this the Severna Park High School also are one of nature’s pest Severna Park High School in 10th grade, these students will with the carpentry program. spring, Steen is going to col- junior planned, organized control animals. At night May 2019. He attended Center already have an idea of what “College was never a big lege to study ocean engineer- and led the construction they fly around and eat plenty for Applied Technology South the programs are like. deal to me,” said Crabill. “My ing to work on large-scale of benches and signs for a of insects. In the summer in his freshman, sophomore “I mean, even if you just mom actually convinced me commercial boats. He is revitalized youth playground months, these bats can help and junior years, completing come here for fun, you’ll to put down carpentry as a considering looking into the area at his church, Severna to keep mosquito populations the automotive technology gain so many life skills,” said ninth grader because she said, designing. Park Baptist. under control.” program. He competed in Severna Park junior Emily ‘We used to have shop class “I think it’s a great oppor- Michael Drabo has been Brendan Huebner joined the USA Skills Competition Crabill, who discovered her and it was so useful.’ I tried it tunity that not everyone has,” Scouting since second grade the Cub Scouts in 2007 at Oak using the skills learned at passion for carpentry through out and it ended up being my said Steen of his time at CAT after receiving a friendship- Hill Elementary. As a member CAT South, placing third as a career exploration. “Learning favorite.” South. “Being able to have this bracelet invitation from a of Troop 993, he attended all junior and second as a senior how to change a tire and cook- Students in the carpentry experience now helps you with classmate in 2008. He has Boy Scout summer camps and in the regional competition. ing, all of that is life skills that program are automatically jobs in the future and prepares gone on to hold numerous high adventure trips offered, In the state competition, he are good to have under your enrolled in AACC, where they you for life.” leadership positions, includ- as well as Summit, North- placed fourth in his junior belt. Even if you don’t pursue will earn credits toward the ing assistant patrol leader, ern Tier, Philmont, and Sea year. He is currently an a career in them, it’s just fun architectural materials and Auto Technology patrol leader, troop guide, Base. He served in numerous automotive technician at and hands on.” methods class. Cole Kraycik of Severna scribe, assistant senior leadership roles such as den Koons Ford. For Crabill, the best part of Park was already pursuing patrol leader and senior pa- chief, and was a supervisor Read the full story Academy of Health the program is the projects. a job in the automotive field trol leader. helping with the Cub Scout online at www.sever- Professions “We got to make heron de- when he learned about the Drabo focused on envi- Day Camp program. Huebner naparkvoice.com. Cailyn Dove and Grace coys and donated them to peo- programs at CAT South. Kinuthia of Broadneck High ple in the community. When “When I found out there School are in the first level we had the field trips going on, was a class to teach me how ed to dig fence post holes and manager, Jeanne Huber, to of the two-step Academy of the parents were like, ‘How to work on car, I figured that construct the fence. Because determine if he could do more Health Professions program. can I buy one of those?’ That is was a dream for me,” said Scout the fencing and supplies were beyond volunteering. The first level, called medical so cool to know I was a part of Kraycik. “I found out about it costly, Phillips also had to “HOPE For All takes in a lot terminology, partners with that,” said Crabill. when we were going on tours, Troop 450 plan and schedule a fundrais- of donations, but they don’t Anne Arundel Community At the end of this school and I realized how special this »»Continued from B6 ing dinner, which was held at have a lot of storage,” VanWie College (AACC) to award stu- year, Crabill will have complet- program really is.” can be regularly seen. Brian Boru Restaurant and said. “With the help of four dents with college credits as ed both levels of the carpentry The Auto Technology “I wanted to create a peace- Pub in Severna Park. other scouts, we were able to they complete the program. program, but she is looking Program is certified by the ful place where people could Al Jones, director of build two storage shelving “I’m not saying it’s not a forward to working in this National Automotive Techni- come to meditate or pray, operations at St. John the units and a rug box.” challenging course, because field for the rest of her life. cians Education Foundation as well as a place where the Evangelist, said the design He added that he and the it is a very difficult course, (NATEF) and teaches students annual Blessing of the Ani- and specifications of the scouts had barely finished the but because I’m so inter- Marine Service to diagnose, repair and service mals could take place,” Frye fence took time and effort to project when HOPE For All ested in the class, it makes it Technology vehicles. College credit is also explained. research and develop. volunteers started to fill the easier for me to learn,” said Broadneck senior Adam awarded through the Com- Grayson Phillips also “It is a beautiful addition shelves of their new, much- Dove, who aspires to be an Steen grew up boating with his munity College of Baltimore focused on the St. John the that adds to our campus and needed storage. anesthesiologist. father. When he learned about County (CCBC). Evangelist campus for his solves a problem all at the “We are truly blessed to The Academy of Health Pro- the Marine Service Technol- “I decided to do a techni- Eagle project. The Severna same time,” Jones said. have people that want to help fessions prepares students to ogy program at CAT South, it cal education because I find Park High School senior added As a peer mentor in St. us with our mission to serve be skilled health care profes- seemed like a perfect fit. working with my hands more an elegant metal fence around John’s Summer Madness others,” Huber said. “Some sionals. Students who com- “I don’t like sitting down interesting and easier to learn the Mary Garden that serves volunteer program, Alex may see the project as simply plete this program will have in a classroom or office, so than from a book or a class- both form and function. VanWie had the opportunity building storage shelves for the opportunity to become any chance to work near the room. This environment is “The Good Shepherd Room, to lead middle school students a warehouse. We see it as an certified nursing assistants or water and with my hands; I really helpful for that,” said where child care is held during at various volunteer activities opportunity to better serve geriatric nursing assistants, kind of wanted to avoid that Kraycik, who wants to work in Mass, opens up to the Mary throughout Anne Arundel our families, because we can certified clinical medical as- typical desk job in a cubicle this field after graduation. Garden,” Phillips explained. County. After spending the be more organized and have sistants, and obtain CPR and and I love being by the water,” “If this is what interests “The fence not only looks day working at HOPE For everything at our fingertips first aid certifications. said Steen. you, then you should just go good, but it is intended to keep All, a Glen Burnie-based so that it can be distribut- Though the first year of the The Marine Service Tech- for it,” said Kraycik. the children safe and secure organization assisting people ed quickly.” program is mostly book work, nology program prepares Beginning in February of when the weather allows them with basic living essentials, Read the full story Kinuthia said she was excited students for a career in recre- 2020, CAT South will offer a to be outside.” VanWie was moved to contact online at www.sever- to learn more about health ational and commercial boat plumbing program. 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Matthew Bem going to be exposed to the »»Continued from B6 “We are friends inside and »»Continued from B6 content through labs, activi- Bookmark Contest Honors grade teacher with a focus on outside of school and we in school, and an internship ties, and then we’ll discuss it Two Severna Park El- For her math, she’s now on her third support each other in every in London, helped shape his afterward.’” ementary students proved second-place year teaching second-grade possible way,” Miller said. “I path toward translating his His style and philoso- that you don’t have to be entry, Abby students, which has brought really believe that I am suc- passion into a career. phy mesh perfectly with a a police officer to know McGowan a great sense of fulfillment. cessful because of them, and “I kind of always had a partnership started this year how to decided on “I get to have my kids all we’re successful together be- dream since I was a kid of be- with Anne Arundel Commu- resolve green grass day,” she said happily. “I cause we’re such a solid unit.” ing a scientist. My mom, she nity College. He teaches an conflicts. and bright think I get to create more of However, Derlink is ada- worked at the Naval Academy, after-school program called Dur- blue sky a relationship with my kids mant that Miller is undoubt- and she brought me home Restoration Ecology for BHS ing the with a because they’re mine; it’s like edly the team captain. a lab coat from one of their students alongside AACC’s Maryland smiley face the Miller family here. I think “She’s definitely our drive,” labs there when I was a kid. I Dr. Stephen Ailstock, the Judicia- and the I get to know my students Derlink said. “With enthu- still have it here,” Bem said. academic chair of AACC’s biol- ry’s 14th words much better than when I was siasm, work ethic; she’s our “Going into science had been ogy department. The course annual “smiles in the intermediate grades, task master and fun creator.” an ambition for me for a long aims to provide students with Abby McGowan Conflict are free, and we would only have a Gelinas concurred, saying time, but it took college to re- some exposure to a college- Resolution so give group for an hour a day or that Miller is, “Hands down ally figure out where I wanted type course, while discuss- Day Bookmark Contest, sec- them two hours a day.” the most efficient person I’ve to channel that.” ing success stories related to ond-grader Abby McGowan away” in Having a group of energetic ever met in my entire life. He started taking education environmental restoration came in second place for multiple second-graders every day can She’s a great teammate. She classes at GMU, and teaching and exploring potential future the kindergarten-through- bright seem like an overwhelming has fabulous relationships presented its own new and solutions using a variety third-grade category for all of colors. challenge, however, Miller with students with ease. unique challenges for the self- of technology. Bem is also Maryland schools, and first- sees countless opportunities Everything looks easy and described introvert. involved with the school’s grader Killian Kirkland got to help develop young and it’s not.” “It took a lot of practice, signature program focused on an honorable mention. curious minds — especially The three are definitely and I eventually found out environmental literacy. Both students were invited a smile, it would fill their since having kids of her own. an energized and dynamic that there’s nothing I’d rather “I’m working with the to the Maryland Judicial bucket. She decided on green “My favorite thing to teach group, which is on display be doing,” he said. “I kind of AACC program, and I’m work- Center in Annapolis for grass, a bright blue sky with is kindness. I like the hidden in the hallways from the stumbled into it, but I’m re- ing with Michelle Weisgerber an awards ceremony on a smiley face, and the words curriculum of character de- moment the doors open ally, really happy I did.” now as part of the signature December 5. “smiles are free, so give them velopment,” Miller explained. every morning. As a student at BHS, his program, which is fantastic,” away” in multiple bright “My lens changed when I had “When the bell rings at grades were good, but he was Bem said. “It has just enumer- How SPES Got colors. She was surprised that my own children — my kids 8:45, all three of us go out never outgoing and recalls be- able connections with our Involved she won, because she only did are now in fourth grade and there,” Miller said. “That’s the ing someone who flew under local environment and com- Every fall, the Maryland it for fun. Abby also received first grade, but the first year I door that all the kids come in the radar. This gives him munities — with the bay, with Judiciary has a contest for a $50 award for winning taught second grade, my son every morning — so we feel an interesting and valuable careers, and jobs across this students in elementary and second place. was also in second grade. I like it’s our job to start their perspective as a member of area — with every different middle school to submit a Killian was excited to win looked at each of them as if day off — no matter what it’s the faculty. discipline, we can make envi- bookmark to share their the honorable mention. He they were my child, and just going to be like later — we “One of the big things for ronmental connections. I love advice of how to resolve likes doing colorful pictures teaching them to be kind call them all by name. me coming back as a teacher the program and am really conflicts. and bumps that look like individuals and humans to “My old principal always was being able to meet the happy to be a part of it.” Abby said she was inspired waves. He added the words each other.” used a saying, ‘lead with your needs of students like me Experiences like this have by the “Have You Filled a “Be Nice” to show over the Curriculum-wise, she was heart,’ and that has been who don’t really flourish in also helped him discover a Bucket colorful background. He said always a math teacher and something that has been my really extroverted situations passion for environmental Today” it would be a better world still loves to teach that sub- mantra all along,” said Miller. — being able to accommodate science, a subject that is the book by if everyone was nice, and if ject to her class. Following this mantra isn’t what’s best for different types focus of his classes with the Carol Mc- you’re nice, you get more play “There are just so many hard when working among of students.” University of Illinois Spring- Cloud. She dates with friends. One way avenues to get to things,” what she says is an extraor- Throughout his return at field where he is working on a noticed he shows he’s nice is to share she said. “You‘ve got to build dinary group of staff, faculty, BHS, he has continuously master’s degree. that the his toys with his younger that foundation and number- students and parents. worked to develop and refine As far as being recognized book said brother. He also thinks sense before they can do “This is where I knew I his philosophy and style in as a Teacher of the Year if you give it’s nice to hang out with anything else and it’s so fun.” wanted to be,” she said. “We the classroom. semifinalist, Bem humbly said Killian someone his family. And making learning fun have the hardest-working “We learned about this that, “It could have gone to Kirkland helps her build relationships teachers in this building philosophy called constructiv- anybody in this building; I’m with the students. who care so much about ism in education; it’s basically just really thankful to be here “Building that relationship the students. We have the this idea that students learn in this school. I don’t think is key. I can get them to try most support that one could best when they’re building there’s another school in Anne and do anything once they ask for — whether it’s from their own knowledge, not just Arundel County that I would trust me,” she said. our administration or the being fed the information,” rather be. Making learning — and parents. Our community is Bem said. “So that’s kind of “I have been supported by school — fun is even easier so willing to do anything to my guiding philosophy in this just an amazing team here. I when you’re working along- support us teachers to make — we’re going to try to build really cannot say enough how Killian Kirkland was excited to win an honorable side passionate and caring our days easier or better in it ourselves, and then we’ll amazing and awesome ev- mention. He likes doing colorful pictures and bumps that colleagues like Jill Derlink turn to make it better for talk about it. I’m not a lecture- erybody here is,” Bem added. look like waves, and he added the words “Be Nice” to show and Lindsey Gelinas, who the kids.” centric teacher at all. I try to “Everybody is phenomenal.” over the colorful background. SS I Bu Your Local Retail im’s ody hop J B s s “Go-To” Sportscenter Park Plaza Merchant’s Association 410-647-1178 550-582 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD 21146 Family Owned & Operated for 45 Years n

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She came “Little Milestones” tionately referred to Washington, D.C. for Fto as “the cookie nursing school and met livia Dawson’s life state,” said Verni, who cited lady,” makes Spring Ar- her husband while at the is spiraling out the PBS series “Call the Mid- bor Senior Living smell park. Together they had Oof control. wife” as an inpsiration for like home. six children and that’s It’s her 32nd birthday, and her new book. “As someone “She draws people from when her baking began. her colleagues are singing who has been in love with St. all over the building with She would bake for their “Happy Birthday” to her at Michaels, Oxford and Easton the smell of her cooking,” school activities as well as the same for years, it also gave me an said fellow resident Doro- for her church. Once her time excellent excuse to visit often thy Johnson. kids were all out of the divorce with a notebook and camera Frequently, she can be house, she continued to papers in hand to do research.” found in the activities bake their favorite cookies land on Verni’s other books inlcude kitchen, rolling up cookie for the holidays, an activ- her desk. “Beneath the Mimosa Tree” dough before anyone ity she continues to do. Work- (2012), “Baseball Girl” (2015), else is awake or has had Before coming to Spring ing as “Inn Significant” (2017), and a their breakfast. But to Arbor two years ago, she an event collection of short stories and make things even bet- lived in another senior liv- Stephanie Verni plan- poetry called “The Postcard ter, she wraps up two to ing home where she made ner for a and Other Short Stories and three cookies and delivers all of the baked goods struggling travel magazine Poetry” (2018). them to all of the other for the complex. She now and living in a small studio Verni will host a talk at residents as well as the bakes two to three times apartment in New York City, the Severna Park Library staff members. per week, if not more. Olivia is concerned about on Tuesday, January 21, at “Downstairs we have While most people re- her future. 7:00pm. There, she will offer a memory unit, and she quest chocolate chip cook- That storyline marks the a workshop and Q&A to help always goes down and Fran Parish can frequently be found in the activities kitchen ies from her, she prefers beginning of “Little Mile- budding writers with their brings them cookies too,” at Spring Arbor Senior Living, rolling up cookie dough before gingerbread. Asked about stones,” the fourth novel by novels or nonfiction writing. Johnson said. “She’s very anyone else is awake or has had their breakfast. her secret ingredient, Stephanie Verni, a Severna For more information, visit generous.” she said the Giant brand Park author and professor of www.stephsscribe.com or find When Parish was asked was, “Not from my moth- farm in Winston-Salem, margarine. communication at Stevenson Verni’s books through Ama- where she learned to bake er. I was self-taught.” North Carolina, and “I call it my baking University. The contemporary zon and Barnes & Noble. so well, her frank answer Parish grew up on a decided she wanted to therapy,” Parish said. fiction novel is set in the town of St. Michaels, Mary- land, and features Oxford and Easton, with little jaunts to Annapolis. New Slate Of TV Shows Delivers Drama And Fun Olivia moves to St. Mi- “Reprisal” pulpy, fun-filled ride that chaels to be with her grand- By Zach Sparks Premiered December 6 leaves several characters mother, Nan, and with her [email protected] All episodes streaming covered in blood. help, Olivia secures a job at on Hulu a local bookstore, planning ith the ever-ex- “Soundtrack” events and working at the panding network Hulu’s noir thriller Premiered December 18 store. She also reconnects Wof shows available “Reprisal” doesn’t waste All episodes streaming with Nan’s contingent of through cable and stream- any time, starting with an on Netflix friends, most of whom she ing services, how can you ominous scene that leaves remembers from spending decide what shows are a woman (played by Abigail Joshua Safran’s new her summers in St. Michael’s worth your time? Check Spencer) chained to a truck series is partially told as a young girl and teenager. out this handy guide of and left for dead. Years through story and par- These connections help Olivia newly released and upcom- later, using the alias Doris tially conveyed by the main realize what’s been missing in ing programs to find a few Quinn, she’s out to get characters’ spontaneous her own life: enduring friend- that fit your preferences. revenge against the Ban- attempts to lip-sync songs. ships that last a lifetime and ished Brawlers gang that The show emphasizes a a strong sense of self. DRAMA wronged her, but she also song’s ability to make us Told in the voices of Ol- faces a new challenge in the feel human and enhance ivia, Nan and Miles, “Little “Truth Be Told” “Truth Be Told” — Photo courtesy of Apple TV+ form of a Detroit mobster our emotions. While the Milestones” weaves together Premiered December 6 (played by Ron Perlman of show may become a new fa- the experiences of all three Fridays on Apple TV+ titled “Are You Sleeping,” Bad”) as inmate Warren “Sons of Anarchy”), who vorite for fans of musicals, characters, including their the Apple TV+ program Cave, and Ron Cephas wants to take over the it often falls flat because heartbreaks, challenges, Guilty or not guilty? A attempts to distinguish it- Jones (“This Is Us”) as restaurant she’s inheriting for every song that pro- loves and friendships. teenage boy was convicted self from similar shows by Parnell’s father. from her dying husband. pels the story forward and The novel piggybacks of murdering his neighbor, weaving in a web of secrets “Truth Be Told” is a Created by Josh Corbin, elicits genuine sympathy onto Verni’s last book, “Inn and nearly 20 years later, that connects both major notch above the run-of- “Reprisal” features solid or concern for a character, Significant,” which was set podcaster Poppy Parnell and minor characters. The the-mill crime drama. acting and plenty of in- there is another song that in Oxford. (Octavia Spencer) is delv- star-studded cast includes Viewers longing for their trigue. It also transports feels out of place, wasted “As a Maryland writer, it’s a ing back into the case to Lizzy Caplan (“Clover- short-term whodunit fix the audience to a vibrant for the sake of meeting an pleasure to incorporate vari- prove his innocence. field” and “Mean Girls”) as will likely enjoy the show, world with hot rods and arbitrary quota. Enjoy the ous locales into my storytell- Based on Kathleen Josie and Lanie Buhrman, whereas others might find the retro music of the show for its choreography ing and set the novel in loca- Barber’s book, formerly Aaron Paul (“Breaking it lacking in originality. Bang-A-Rang club. It’s a »»Continued on B11 tions around our beautiful Dining Out The Bangkok Oriental Offers Fabulous Food In A Friendly Environment By Mary Cobbler even the lower level had spice, the Thai coffee was a a kick. But the heat was perfect accompaniment to I visited The Bangkok wonderful with the savory, the dessert. Oriental restaurant on garlicky sauce with just a Originally from Thai- New Year’s Eve and ap- touch of sweetness. The land, members of the kitch- propriately ate drunken flavors literally burst in my en staff pride themselves noodles. The thought made mouth — the fresh, soft on serving authentic Thai me smile. Actually, the tomatoes; crunchy snow food, choosing fresh ingre- whole restaurant did. Tired peas; crisp peppers — all of dients, and preparing all of after a long day of work, I those textures made this a the sauces in-house. found the restaurant to be genuinely pleasurable meal. The menu selection is a welcome respite — calm Following the advice of large with many tempting and serene; beautifully curries, unique salads (pa- decorated with photos of paya salad, bean thread sal- Thailand, religious statues, ad), stir-fried rice dishes, Thai artifacts, and even and an assortment of other musical instruments. entrees such as crispy duck My waiter, “Mo,” was pad ped, crisp whole fish, professional and kind. He eggplant, and many types served me jasmine tea in of meat and seafood dishes. a classic china teapot with Prices are reasonable, with an elegant matching cup most entrees running engraved with a drawing of Photos by Mary Cobbler about $14 or less. a tiny bird. I always find it The pad kee mao (drunken noodles) blended thick noodles with broccoli, tomatoes, baby corn, Napa Carryout or eat-in op- interesting that I can drink cabbage, carrots, red bell peppers and snow peas, all in a chili garlic sauce with fresh Thai basil. Spring rolls, dumplings, tions are available. This tea at an Asian restaurant, “shrimp in the blanket,” restaurant is a delight; per- but it never tastes the several dipping sauces. For the coconut shrimp had a Served hot, this dish was a coconut shrimp, chicken fect for a date night or time same at home. $14.95, this is an excel- sweet aftertaste. The fried blend of thick, flat noodles satay, fried green beans, with family and friends. Mo was knowledgeable lent appetizer for a small “candies” were crispy meat- stir-fried with broccoli, and fried candies were all about all of the food and group. The chicken was filled wontons. All of it was tomatoes, baby corn, Napa included in the Bangkok readily shared his cus- tender and flavorful, and scrumptious. cabbage, carrots, red bell Oriental sampler appetizer. tomers’ favorites along all of the other items were Other tempting appetiz- peppers and snow peas, all Where To Find with his own. crisp, not at all greasy, ers include onion petal and in a chili garlic sauce with the online reviews about I perused the menu and infused with just the Thai fish cakes. The soups fresh Thai basil. Not only sticky rice with mango, I Bangkok and chose the Bangkok right amount of wonder- also looked inviting, espe- was it a fabulous blend of placed my dessert order, Oriental sampler appe- ful Thai seasonings. The cially the tom yum (lemon- texture and tastes, but it along with an order of Oriental tizer. Within minutes, Mo spring rolls were especially grass soup) or the tom kha was also colorful. Offered Thai iced coffee. The sticky Robinson Crossing delivered the large plate of tasty, with thin ribbons (coconut milk soup). additions included beef, rice was an experience. shopping center mixed goodies — spring of carrots, bean thread One of Mo’s suggested chicken, pork, tofu, shrimp The plump pillow of soft, rolls, dumplings, “shrimp noodles, and cabbage with favorite entrees, the or a seafood combination. warm, sweet rice, combined 8043 Ritchie Highway, in the blanket,” coconut homemade sweet-and-sour pad kee mao (drunken I chose shrimp, and it was with the refreshing tang Suite F, Pasadena shrimp, chicken satay, fried sauce. The fried beans were noodles), outshined most perfectly steamed. of the fresh mango, was 410-766-0973 green beans, and fried crispy on the outside and if not all of the food I’ve There are three levels of magnificent. 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VEER To Headline Show New Slate Of TV Shows Delivers Drama And Fun At Baltimore Soundstage his place since he is the longest-serving officer in CRIME the sheriff’s mounted posse. Hollister detests press “FBI: Most conferences and the lime- light, yet he has a flair for Wanted” playing the outlaw, finding Premiered January 7 himself in shootouts and Tuesdays at 9:00pm on CBS car chases. Expect to find action-packed sequences Dick Wolf, the producer and procedural narratives. behind “Law & Order” and Don’t turn to this program “Chicago Fire,” is the brain- if you’re looking for fresh child behind this high- dialogue or a show that’s stakes drama focusing on “Soundtrack” — Photo courtesy of Parrish Lewis/Netflix reinventing the wheel. the Fugitive Task Force, which relentlessly tracks »»Continued from B10 fractured after the arrival “The New Pope” and captures the notori- and flair. Just don’t expect of their new coach, Colette Premiered January 13 ous criminals on the FBI’s to yell “encore!” after the French (Willa Fitzgerald HBO Most Wanted list. final song. from MTV’s “Scream”). A spinoff of “The Young “Dare Me” is an au- Pope,” this show explores “Lincoln Rhyme: “Dare Me” thentic look at the chal- the hidden world of the Hunt for the Bone Premiered December 29 lenges and peer pressure Vatican City. Jude Law and Are you ready to party Tickets are $11. Attend- Sundays at 10:00pm on associated with high John Malkovich star in Collector” like its 1999? Alternative ees will also get a free USA Network school. Note that the show the drama. Premiered January 10 rock band VEER, which compilation CD featuring includes adult themes and Fridays at 8:00pm on NBC features two Cape St. Claire songs from the perform- situations. “The Outsider” residents in singer/guitar- ing bands. For more Premiered January 12 NBC has had its hits ist Ronald Malfi and drum- information, visit www. “Deputy” HBO and misses with police mer Jon Malfi, will head- veerband.net. Premiered January 2 procedural shows. The line a show at Baltimore Does your band have a Thursdays at 9:00pm on FOX network’s latest attempt Soundstage on January 17. big concert coming up? is based on Jeffery Deaver Also taking the stage are Was your art selected for novel about a criminolo- the bands Rayne, Raven display at a prestigious gist who suffered a terrible Tree, Indianhead, Liquid gallery? Send your arts accident. Now he’s coming Lucky, and Vice Birds. news to spvnews@sever- “Dare Me” — Photo courtesy out of retirement to solve Doors open at 6:30pm. naparkvoice.com. of Rafy/USA Network a murder that seemingly points back to the “bone Based on the novel by collector,” the killer who Megan Abbott, “Dare Me” left him paralyzed. With Maryland Hall To Screen dives into the cutthroat “The Outsider” — Photo the help of young officer world of competitive “Deputy” — Photo courtesy courtesy of Bob Mahoney/HBO Amelia Sachs, he seeks to “I’m Not Leaving” high school cheerlead- of FOX catch the psychopath, but When the 1994 Rwan- This harrowing, yet ing. However, the show Based on Stephen King’s both Rhyme and Sachs get dan genocide broke out, hopeful, documentary is about much more than Bill Hollister (Stephen bestselling novel of the caught up in a deadly game Carl Wilkens was the only weaves together a story of that. As the teenagers vie Dorff of “True Detective”) is same name, “The Out- of cat and mouse. American who refused to tremendous risk and fierce for top placement in their an old-school lawman who sider” begins by following a leave the country. compassion in the face of sport, they simultane- makes decisions based on seemingly straightforward SCIENCE FICTION In 2011, Wilkens com- one of the most violent mo- ously become entangled his own moral code. That investigation into the grue- & FANTASY pleted ments of the 20th century. in conflicts that arise sometimes means breaking some murder of a young the book Wilkens chose to stay in from jealousy and small- the law in order to catch boy. But when an insidious “The Witcher” “I’m Not Kigali, Rwanda, throughout town secrets. criminals. His methods are supernatural force edges Premiered December 20 Leaving” the 1994 genocide. Ventur- The tension starts brew- scrutinized by some of his its way into the case, it All episodes streaming to detail ing out each day into streets ing in the first episode as colleagues, but that fact leads a seasoned cop and on Netflix those crackling with mortars two friends, played by Her- becomes moot when the an unorthodox investiga- “The Witcher” has polar- days. A and gunfire, he worked his izen Guardiola and Marlo elected Los Angeles sheriff tor to question everything ized critics and regular 40-min- way through roadblocks of Kelly, see their relationship dies and Hollister takes they believe in. »»Continued on B12 ute angry, bloodstained soldiers Carl Wilkens documen- and civilians armed with tary by machetes and assault rifles the same title was lat- in order to bring food, water er released. and medicine to groups of Join Maryland Hall on orphans trapped around the January 31 at 7:30pm to see city. Working with Rwandan the film and to engage in a colleagues, they helped save discussion with Wilkens. the lives of hundreds. His storytelling does not After the screening, stop with Rwanda’s tragic Wilkens will speak about history, but moves forward his recent visits to Rwanda, to the powerful and inspiring as well as his personal sto- recovery process. Among the ries from the 1994 genocide many lessons he shares from against the Tutsi. his experience is the trans- The event is presented by formative belief that we don’t Maryland Hall and Con- have to be defined by what we nect Rwanda in partnership lost or our worst choices. We with St. Anne’s School of can be defined by what we do Annapolis. Tickets are $15. with what remains – what we For more information, visit do next after terrible choices. www.marylandhall.org. Connect with us JANUARY 10 - MARCH 22

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De- Hosted by Jenna Dewan, a phenomenon and the series about masked particular, causing the pending on your belief in “Flirty Dancing” offers a the subject of numer- vigilantes. Shrouded in “tragic” events to be feel Bigfoot lore, the show will new take on blind dating. ous memes. The “Star mystery, the series can inconsequential. either come off as hokey or In each episode, a single Wars” live-action show be perplexing at times, Inspired by the stories revelatory. man or woman must learn has much more to offer, but showrunner Damon of Polish writer Andrzej two dances and perform though, introducing a Lindelof (“Lost,” “The Sapkowski and ensuing each one with two poten- new, captivating storyline Leftovers”) rewards video game adaptations, “Lost in the Wild” tial matches. 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