The Catawissa VFW held a coloring contest, and pictured are three winners. This contest was held across multiple schools, and each won their age group. As a result, the VFW donated $5,000 for classrooms to purchase supplies.
The Catawissa VFW has been a great supporter of our school and families in our district, and we are thankful for their generosity.
FBLA States came with many individual and chapter successes and recognitions that we are excited to celebrate!
Individual:
*The following students placed in the top ten in their events- Todd Brosius, 9th place, Future Business Leader; Vivien Miller, 9th place, Help Desk; and Grace Victory, 9th Place, Introduction to Business Procedures.
*The following students were recognized as Big 33 members for completing and logging community service hours- Johnny Barnette, Todd Brosius, Joanna Chen, Chase Compton, Victoria Heffner, Madison Kerstetter, Madalyn LeVan, Kylie Leck, Aidyn McHale, Vivien Miller, and Austin Shaffer. Chase won 7th place in the state for his community service completion and tracking.
*The following members completed the Business Achievement Awards which are online leadership training modules- Todd Brosius (Contributor and Leader) and Madalyn LeVan (Contributor, Leader and Advocate).
*The following students were accepted into the National Business Honor Society- Makayla Baylor, Joanna Chen, Victoria Heffner, and Madalyn LeVan.
Chapter:
*Outstanding Chapter- For the 3rd year in a row, SCA FBLA placed as a William H. Selden Outstanding Chapter (9th in the state). This is a prestigious award given to 10 chapters out of around 270 chapters in PA. Students and advisors earn points for actions such as completing service events, earning Big 33 recognition, and submitting articles.
*SCA received Summer Starter, Shaping Success, Service Season, and CTE Celebration recognition for completing a variety of tasks during a certain time period.
FBLA hosted a Shark Tank activity for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade gifted students taught by Mrs. Singley. Students presented their unique inventions, such as sheets that make themselves and adjustable backpacks. The FBLA "Tiger Sharks" then asked follow-up questions. All participants received a certificate and a gift bag. The winners of each grade also received a Walmart gift card. The winner for the 3rd grade students was Ruby Serafini with her invention of a drainer spoon for cereal to drain unwanted milk. Emma Maciejewski won for the 4th grade students with her idea of "Sweet Pea," which performs gardening work like seeding and watering with a Roomba-like design. Great job, participants and judges!
Congratulations to our talented swimmer, Grayson Reck, for achieving an 8th place finish at the PIAA State Swimming Championships! 🏊♂️🎉
Introducing the 2025 Delicious Desserts Cupcake Wars Grand Champions! Delicious Desserts students worked hard this week mixing, baking, and decorating cupcakes. The cupcakes were judged and evaluated by a small group of high school teachers. It was a close competition, but the grand champions won with their Cinnamon Churro cupcakes. 🧁
The following students were selected as Southern Columbia Middle School's March SoCo Stars of the Month. These students were chosen for displaying self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
March 2025: Nathan Snyder, Evan Bilinski, Aubree Kauffman, Olivia Carl
On March 28th, Southern Columbia FFA proudly attended a Farmers Breakfast at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds. The event featured inspiring discussions with Representative Leadbeter and Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture, Russell Redding. It was a fantastic opportunity for our students to connect with agricultural leaders and gain valuable insights! 🌟🚜
It's time to meet some more of our student teachers! Zachary Schultz is inspiring 11th graders alongside Mr. Lindenmuth, while Gavin Garlinger is bringing joy to 2nd graders with Ms. Merook. We're proud to have such dedicated individuals shaping the future! Learn more about them below.📚✨
The following 6th Grade students were selected as March SoCo Stars of the Month! These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience. Congratulations to Sarah LeVan, Cooper Martin, Larue Marks, and Ellis Frazier! We are SoCo proud!
Get ready for three unforgettable nights of music, laughter, and love with the Southern Columbia Encore production of Mamma Mia!
Buy Your Tickets Here: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/12-1234567/677ea3f981cecb0f6e329362
Our talented students have put in countless hours of hard work, dedication, and passion to bring this feel-good musical to life. From rehearsals to costume fittings, they’ve given it their all to create a performance you won’t want to miss. Join us for a heartwarming journey about love, family, and self-discovery.
Showtimes:
Thursday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM
Friday, April 4th at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 5th at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Support our hardworking cast and crew—get your tickets now and be part of the magic!
7th Grade Science and Geography students recently studied the macroinvertebrate species of Roaring Creek, selecting a few to feed their American eels as part of their Eels in the Classroom conservation education program. They also visited the nature trail’s vernal pools to observe and learn about the amphibians that inhabit them in the spring.
Ms. Merook's 2nd Grade class recently completed an exciting geometry unit, where students used geo boards to create various 3D shapes. The hands-on experience not only helped them understand geometric concepts better but also sparked their creativity and interest in mathematics.
Dear SCASD Community—please note that the Knoebels Job Fair is scheduled for this Wednesday evening, April 2nd, 2025, from 5 to 7 pm, in the High School New Gymnasium. There are posters with incorrect information listed. The correct date is Wednesday, April 2nd.
Twenty students attended the Bloomsburg University Model United Nations conference today. They were accompanied by their advisor, Mrs. Long, and her student teacher, Mr. Coller. Johnny Barnette and Aiden Eby won the Best Peer Award for their representation of China, while Wyatt Martin and Chase Compton won the runner-up Best Peer Award for their representation of South Africa. It was a great opportunity to practice writing, speaking, and debating skills!
Last week, the district enjoyed dress-down days to support ENCORE and their upcoming musical, Mamma Mia. The theme days were 'Monochromatic Monday', 'Dress Like Your Principal', 'Anything but a Cup', 'Tie-Dye Thursday', and 'Dress Like the Students Friday'. Thank you, as always, for the support, and we hope to see you at the shows this weekend!
Southern Columbia Area School District is accepting applications for:
Anticipated Intervention Support Specialist - Starting 2025-2026 School Year
Anticipated Aviation Educator - Starting 2025-2026 School Year
Anticipated Secondary Biology Teacher - Starting 2025-2026 School Year
Anticipated K-6 Art Teacher - Starting 2025-2026 School Year
(2) Anticipated Middle School Math Teachers - Starting 2025-2026 School Year
Full-time Paraprofessionals
Please check out www.scasd.us and click on Employment for more information
11th Grade Honors English students reenacted the courtroom scene from To Kill a Mockingbird as part of their study of the novel. The students took on roles such as Atticus Finch, Tom Robinson, and Mayella Ewell, bringing the trial to life in front of their classmates. The reenactment allowed students to explore the novel's themes of racial injustice and moral courage through performance, offering a deeper understanding of the story’s significance.
Contributor: Lola Cecco, Journalism Staff Member
Southern Columbia High School's Art Club embarked on a creative journey to produce a collaborative piece of art that showcased both individuality and teamwork. Under the guidance of club advisor Mrs. Roulin, the students worked together to divide a large picture of a colorful tiger into 20 equal squares, with each member being responsible for recreating their assigned section. As the students finished their pieces and assembled the squares, they were amazed by the final result. What began as a fragmented collection of different approaches came together to form a unified, vibrant tiger. This creative display can be seen hanging outside the high school art room.
Contributors: Ava Bixler and Saira Sodergren, Journalism Staff Members
Students from the high school and middle school competed in the Husky Dog Pound at Bloomsburg University today, showcasing their entrepreneurial skills through sales pitches and product explanations in a Shark Tank-style format. Wyatt Martin, a senior, placed and won $150. The event featured 199 teams from over 20 area schools, highlighting the impressive talent and creativity of young entrepreneurs.
Moving forward, the A la Carte/Deli Line at SCA HS/MS will open at 9:30 AM and remain open until roughly 1:15 PM, depending on staffing availability. Activity period and various scheduling may change these times and we will do our best to communicate it ahead of time.