🎉 6th Grade Students of the Month! 🎉
Southern Columbia Middle School is proud to recognize our outstanding 6th graders who have gone above and beyond in their classes this month! 🐾💛🖤
👏 Leah Mensch – Nominated by Mr. Fegley for Math
📚 Cecilia Kreiger – Nominated by Mrs. Powell for ELA
🔬 Charles Babb – Nominated by Mr. Kaseman for Science
🌍 Korra Caligiuri – Nominated by Mr. Visnosky for Social Studies
Your hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to learning make Southern Columbia proud! Keep shining, Tigers!
Southern Columbia Middle School is proud to recognize our outstanding 6th graders who have gone above and beyond in their classes this month! 🐾💛🖤
👏 Leah Mensch – Nominated by Mr. Fegley for Math
📚 Cecilia Kreiger – Nominated by Mrs. Powell for ELA
🔬 Charles Babb – Nominated by Mr. Kaseman for Science
🌍 Korra Caligiuri – Nominated by Mr. Visnosky for Social Studies
Your hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to learning make Southern Columbia proud! Keep shining, Tigers!
Nancy Harvey, our Higher Education Access Partner at Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), is hosting a Regional Financial Aid Night webinar on October 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM for students and families. Please find the information flyer attached for the webinar.
Should you have any questions, regarding the financial aid process, please feel free to contact Nancy directly at:
Nancy Harvey
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency
Higher Education Access Partner
Mobile: 717.956.8285
Email: Nancy.Harvey@PHEAA.org
Web: PHEAA.org
Should you have any questions, regarding the financial aid process, please feel free to contact Nancy directly at:
Nancy Harvey
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency
Higher Education Access Partner
Mobile: 717.956.8285
Email: Nancy.Harvey@PHEAA.org
Web: PHEAA.org
Our Kindergarten students welcomed their grandparents into the school yesterday morning, and it was a special time for everyone involved! We’re so grateful to all the grandparents who came out to spend time with us. Your love and support make a lasting impact, and it was wonderful to see the joy on our students’ faces.
Our 5th grade science students became young scientists this week as they conducted a hands-on investigation to discover what happens to gummy bears when placed in different liquids! Using observation, measurement, and critical thinking, they explored changes in size, texture, and appearance — and had a blast doing it!
🍂Come See Us at the Bloomsburg Fair! 🍂
Southern Columbia is proud to showcase the creativity and hard work of our students at the Bloomsburg Fair! Stop by and check out the amazing displays in the Education Building.
Southern Columbia is proud to showcase the creativity and hard work of our students at the Bloomsburg Fair! Stop by and check out the amazing displays in the Education Building.
Our 7th grade scientists just completed their scientific inquiry projects, and the results were impressive. Each group designed a unique, testable question and carried out their investigation from start to finish. From developing hypotheses to collecting data, students demonstrated creativity and curiosity every step of the way.
Students in the Advanced STEM program at Southern Columbia recently completed a hands-on engineering project that applied key principles of physics and design. Using recycled materials, they constructed balloon-powered cars that demonstrated the mechanics of a simple machine (wheel and axle), all three of Newton’s Laws of Motion, and the transformation between potential and kinetic energy. This project reflects a rigorous integration of scientific theory, environmental consciousness, and innovative problem-solving.
The Southern Columbia Area High School Student Council is proud to announce this year’s Homecoming Court. The Queen will be crowned prior to the Homecoming football game, while the King will be crowned during the Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening.
Front Row: Lola Cecco, Kylah Heath, Liana Murphy, Leah Sheriff, Minna Shingara, Harper Thompson
Back Row: Braylon Feese, Ben Gehret, Braydon Griscavage, Caden Hopper, Connor Knorr, Parker Pesarchick
Front Row: Lola Cecco, Kylah Heath, Liana Murphy, Leah Sheriff, Minna Shingara, Harper Thompson
Back Row: Braylon Feese, Ben Gehret, Braydon Griscavage, Caden Hopper, Connor Knorr, Parker Pesarchick
Grandparents Day celebrations kicked off Friday at the elementary school with 4th Grade students welcoming their grandparents for a fun morning visit. The festivities continue today with Kindergarten and 1st Grade and will wrap up tomorrow with 2nd and 3rd Grade.
During Friday’s event, everyone enjoyed playing bingo, working on arts and crafts, and spending quality time together. The day ended with a sweet treat of milk and cookies, making it a warm and cheerful experience for all.
Contributors: Hayden Brandon and Lucy Leffler, Journalism Staff Members
During Friday’s event, everyone enjoyed playing bingo, working on arts and crafts, and spending quality time together. The day ended with a sweet treat of milk and cookies, making it a warm and cheerful experience for all.
Contributors: Hayden Brandon and Lucy Leffler, Journalism Staff Members
Last week, members of the Southern Columbia Varsity Club volunteered their time at the Senior Expo held at Knoebels, hosted by Senator Lynda Culver and PA State Representative JoAnne Stehr. The event welcomed seniors and their families to explore valuable services and products designed for older residents, and our students represented the club and their sports teams with pride while demonstrating its mission to foster school spirit, sportsmanship, and positive community relationships.
Representing Southern Columbia at this event were Kaden Zachman (Football), Jake Gehret (Soccer), Joe Williams (Football), Jace Malakoski (Football), Blaise Kissinger (Football), and Ayden Hockenbroch (Football).
Representing Southern Columbia at this event were Kaden Zachman (Football), Jake Gehret (Soccer), Joe Williams (Football), Jace Malakoski (Football), Blaise Kissinger (Football), and Ayden Hockenbroch (Football).
During National "Start With Hello Week" last week, the Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) club at Southern Columbia took the initiative to organize a memorable event to promote kindness and inclusivity. The entire school district gathered at the stadium, where they participated in a large-scale human formation to spell out "HELLO SCA" on the football field. Students and staff from all schools within the district participated in forming each letter. The event was orchestrated with precision as everyone took their respective places. Once the letters were formed, a drone captured the image from above, making for an impressive display. This event served as a powerful symbol of community spirit and the importance of simple gestures like a friendly "hello." It reflected the commitment of the district to fostering a welcoming environment for all.
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
💬 Have a question for Mrs. Shupp on Monday Night?
Submit your questions ahead of time using the following form: https://forms.office.com/r/0Byt3rJRZr?origin=lprLink
Mrs. Shupp will address these questions collectively in her presentation on Monday Night in the High School Auditorium at 6:00 PM.
Let’s give Mrs. Shupp a warm Southern welcome and show her the strength of our school spirit! We look forward to seeing you there!
Submit your questions ahead of time using the following form: https://forms.office.com/r/0Byt3rJRZr?origin=lprLink
Mrs. Shupp will address these questions collectively in her presentation on Monday Night in the High School Auditorium at 6:00 PM.
Let’s give Mrs. Shupp a warm Southern welcome and show her the strength of our school spirit! We look forward to seeing you there!
Celebrating Constitution Day: Creativity and Critical Thinking in Our Classrooms
On September 17th, our history classes celebrated National Constitution Day, an initiative to deepen students' understanding of the U.S. Constitution, signed in 1787.
In Mrs. Long and Mrs. Hoffman's classes, students participated in a creative project by selecting amendments randomly and illustrating their purposes. This activity helped students engage with constitutional concepts in an artistic and memorable way.
Mr. Lindenmuth, on the other hand, facilitated a discussion on the constitution's importance and students' rights in schools. By examining significant court cases, students learned how rights are interpreted and adjusted within the educational environment to ensure safety and effective learning.
Contributor: Emily Valencik, Journalism Staff Member
On September 17th, our history classes celebrated National Constitution Day, an initiative to deepen students' understanding of the U.S. Constitution, signed in 1787.
In Mrs. Long and Mrs. Hoffman's classes, students participated in a creative project by selecting amendments randomly and illustrating their purposes. This activity helped students engage with constitutional concepts in an artistic and memorable way.
Mr. Lindenmuth, on the other hand, facilitated a discussion on the constitution's importance and students' rights in schools. By examining significant court cases, students learned how rights are interpreted and adjusted within the educational environment to ensure safety and effective learning.
Contributor: Emily Valencik, Journalism Staff Member
On Wednesday, FBLA students and advisors stayed after school to take part in a service project: creating handmade cards for children who are hospitalized. Students designed both cheerful, everyday cards as well as festive Halloween-themed ones, each filled with messages of encouragement and kindness. The finished cards were sent to Cards for Hospitalized Kids, a national organization that delivers cards to children in hospitals and to families staying in Ronald McDonald Houses across all 50 states. This is FBLA's second year partnering with this organization, and members were eager to continue spreading joy and positivity.
FBLA advisor Mrs. Long shared why this project is so meaningful: "Many of these children are facing serious and even terminal illnesses, so to be able to put a smile on their faces is magical. Part of being a leader is giving back to others."
Through this project, FBLA students demonstrated not only creativity, but also compassion and leadership—reminding us all how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Contributors: Karlene Wiehe, Kylee Henry, and Brooke Knorr, Journalism Staff Members
FBLA advisor Mrs. Long shared why this project is so meaningful: "Many of these children are facing serious and even terminal illnesses, so to be able to put a smile on their faces is magical. Part of being a leader is giving back to others."
Through this project, FBLA students demonstrated not only creativity, but also compassion and leadership—reminding us all how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Contributors: Karlene Wiehe, Kylee Henry, and Brooke Knorr, Journalism Staff Members
Southern Columbia Area School District is accepting applications for the following positions:
Girls Wrestling Head Coach
Girls Track & Field Head Coach
Boys Track & Field Head Coach
Varsity Track & Field Assistant Coach
Multiple Substitute Positions
Please visit www.scasd.us and click on the employment tab for more information.
Girls Wrestling Head Coach
Girls Track & Field Head Coach
Boys Track & Field Head Coach
Varsity Track & Field Assistant Coach
Multiple Substitute Positions
Please visit www.scasd.us and click on the employment tab for more information.
🏀 Elementary Girls Basketball Skill Development Program – Fall 2025!
Southern Columbia Girls Basketball is launching a skill-building program for girls in Grades K–6, led by one of the staff coaches, Shannon Dickey, and supported by other staff and high school players. Sessions begin late October and run through December, focusing on fundamentals, scrimmaging, and 3-on-3 play.
📍Held at G.C. Hartman Elementary
💰 Affordable registration
🎯 Building pride, family, and future Lady Tigers!
📅 Sign up by September 30
🔗 Full details & registration info: See the attached letter
Southern Columbia Girls Basketball is launching a skill-building program for girls in Grades K–6, led by one of the staff coaches, Shannon Dickey, and supported by other staff and high school players. Sessions begin late October and run through December, focusing on fundamentals, scrimmaging, and 3-on-3 play.
📍Held at G.C. Hartman Elementary
💰 Affordable registration
🎯 Building pride, family, and future Lady Tigers!
📅 Sign up by September 30
🔗 Full details & registration info: See the attached letter
Our high school Ag "Farm to Table" students learned all about soil and then brought their knowledge to life by creating children's books as a class project. To wrap it up, they presented their books to Second Grade students yesterday. 🌽
In every school community, there are moments that reveal the true character of its students. Recently, one such moment reminded us just how strong, compassionate, and courageous our students can be.
What began as a routine school day quickly turned into a powerful example of leadership and bravery. Just a mile from the school, a bus carrying students rolled over shortly after departure.
Within minutes, help arrived—not just from emergency responders, but from within the student body itself.
Student first responders Cam Traugh, Ryan Davis, Russell Longenberger, Aidyn McHale, Chase Compton, Holly Schmidt, and one of our own from Columbia-Montour AVTS, Zachary Rodgers, responded immediately and sprang into action. Trained and prepared, they rushed to the scene, offering calm, care, and critical support to those in need.
But the bravery didn’t stop there.
Inside the overturned bus, two high school students—Grayson Reck and Lillian Hinkle—acted with instinct and heart. Grayson opened the back hatch, creating a path for students to escape. Along with him, Lillian focused on guiding kids out with care and ensuring their safety.
In a moment defined by fear and uncertainty, these students showed what true leadership and compassion look like. Their actions were not rehearsed or expected; they were real, raw, and deeply human.
As the community reflects on that day, one thing is clear: courage doesn’t always wear a uniform. Sometimes, it walks in the same halls, sits in the same classrooms, and rides the same buses. And sometimes, it rises when we need it most.
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
What began as a routine school day quickly turned into a powerful example of leadership and bravery. Just a mile from the school, a bus carrying students rolled over shortly after departure.
Within minutes, help arrived—not just from emergency responders, but from within the student body itself.
Student first responders Cam Traugh, Ryan Davis, Russell Longenberger, Aidyn McHale, Chase Compton, Holly Schmidt, and one of our own from Columbia-Montour AVTS, Zachary Rodgers, responded immediately and sprang into action. Trained and prepared, they rushed to the scene, offering calm, care, and critical support to those in need.
But the bravery didn’t stop there.
Inside the overturned bus, two high school students—Grayson Reck and Lillian Hinkle—acted with instinct and heart. Grayson opened the back hatch, creating a path for students to escape. Along with him, Lillian focused on guiding kids out with care and ensuring their safety.
In a moment defined by fear and uncertainty, these students showed what true leadership and compassion look like. Their actions were not rehearsed or expected; they were real, raw, and deeply human.
As the community reflects on that day, one thing is clear: courage doesn’t always wear a uniform. Sometimes, it walks in the same halls, sits in the same classrooms, and rides the same buses. And sometimes, it rises when we need it most.
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
Congratulations to this week’s standout athletes—Olivia Rhoads, Jake Gehret, Harper Thompson, Vivien Miller, and John Quinton—recognized for their dedication, performance, and leadership both on and off the field. Keep up the great work, Tigers!
The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 6:30pm - Curriculum, 7:00pm – The Monthly Board Meeting. The meeting will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel.
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4HmEZyV4yI
Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DKPPB3639386
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4HmEZyV4yI
Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DKPPB3639386