Currently the Elementary Office and District Office are experiencing phone issues. If there is an emergency, call the High School Office at 570 356-3450 or the Middle School office at 570 356-3400. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Quick reminder for any junior, senior and family members interested in attending the Commonwealth University (Bloom U) Guaranteed Admission program presentation tomorrow night in the HS Cafeteria from 5:30-7 pm, please register by today. Pizza will be served!
The Tech Ed Club is selling black and gold leather ornaments for $5.00 each. Stop in the High School office to see them on display and pick yours up today!
Bus #20 will be running between 10-15 minutes late tomorrow morning. We apologize for the inconvenience. Again, Bus #20 will be running 10-15 minutes late tomorrow morning.
Congratulations to Brody and Jackson Romig - November's Citizens of the Month! Keep being the amazing students you are and you will go far!
These girls are out and about today distributing quarters, dryer sheets, and detergent pods at three local laundromats. The funds were raised as part of the High School's November Grade Challenge, Quarter Wars, between grades 9-12. A total of $231.50 was raised for this community service project.
In October, G.C. Hartman Elementary held a coloring contest for First Responders Day. Shown here are the winners with Nate Snyder from 3B Cleaning. The business provided a pizza lunch for each winning classroom.
On Thursday, our Kindergarten students enjoyed an instrumental and choral presentation by our high school students. We can't wait to hear them at the Holiday Concert on December 15!
The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following public meetings Monday, November 21, 2022: 6:30 PM -Curriculum Committee 7:00 PM - School Board. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel.
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch/KdmE4jcFz4o
Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hURTZDM1FYMkdMNUZQTFRKNTBLWUREQjBOTi4u
Board Docs: http://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CKQHZY4AFDD0
Mrs. Madara's first, second, third, and fourth graders enjoyed working with bee bots during their computer classes. They focused on sequencing, estimating, problem solving, and teamwork as they programmed their bee bots to travel through their paths.
Congratulations to our Girls Soccer Team for qualifying for the State Final on Friday, Nov 18, at 10AM at Eagle View MS, Mechanicsburg. There will be no school on Friday to allow students & staff to attend the game. Make-up day will be Feb 17. Best of luck girls! Bring home gold!
Southern Columbia Area School District is accepting applications for a Head Girls Track and Field Coach for the 2022-2023 school year. Visit the Employment page of the District website for more information and for instructions on how to apply.
Kindergarten enjoyed a presentation this morning from SCA FBLA students for American Enterprise Day.
Elementary had an assembly on Friday to support Lura Good's Walk for Hunger. All grades have been competing in Penny Wars for the past two weeks. After weighing it all, the elementary school is donating 517 pounds of change to Lura, with proceeds going to the Central PA Food Bank. 4th grade is also winning a pizza party from Weis Markets since they donated the most money.
3rd graders Jack McKelvie and Blake Noblit had their fathers, Patrick McKelvie and Dave Noblit, come talk to 3rd grade about Veterans Day on Friday.
The following students were chosen by the Sixth Grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as October's Stars of the Month. These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
October 2022: Noah Hockenbroch, Nathan Kreisher, Owen Eyer, and Zoe Swank
Come out and FIRE up the Tigers at the Southern Bonfire being held Thursday, November 17 at 7:00 pm. The community-wide Bonfire will take place next to the G.C. Hartman Elementary School playground. Enjoy chants and cheers by the cheerleaders backed by the Southern Columbia Marching Band.
TORCH THE TORNADOS is the call for the Tigers.
Then pack the stands for a BLACKOUT at the Silver Bowl on Friday, November 18 for the highly anticipated SCA versus Mount Carmel district title game.
⚫️ Come out and show your support!! 🟡
The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following public meetings Monday, November 14, 2022: 6:30 PM - Policy Committee 7:00 PM - Facilities/Finance Committee. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel.
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch/gJAfUJUkJVw
Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUNExXSUNJMzRCUUIwWk42VDhXMlFMT05PVy4u
Board Docs: http://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CKQHZY4AFDD0
SCA vs. MCA District 4 Football AA Championship.
7th Grade Students of the Month
Jack Garrigan is the October ELA SOCO STAR of the month. Jack is always courteous and respectful in class. His leadership qualities shine through as he sets a strong example for his peers by consistently following class procedures.
Carter Mensch is the October Math SOCO STAR of the month. Carter is an exemplary student. He is always prepared for class and ready to learn. He has a great work ethic along with a terrific attitude/personality.
Garrett Pesarchick is the October Science SOCO STAR of the month. Garrett comes to science class with a smile on his face every day. His positive attitude and genuine interest in what we learn enhances the classroom experience for everyone.
Ethan Stahl is the October Geography SOCO STAR of the month. Ethan displays all of the qualities of a SOCO STAR. He is an incredibly hard worker and never lets anything stop him from reaching his goals.
