The 52nd Annual John Steiner Gold Mathematics Competition was held at Bucknell University on March 12. Mr. Brian Leslie accompanied eight students from SCA to compete against almost 150 students from 22 schools. The 2-hour exam, which prohibits the use of calculators, consisted of 36 challenging questions from many areas of mathematics. The overall mean score of all 151 students was 11 out of 36, while the median score was 8 out of 36; that shows the difficulty level of these questions.
The students from Southern Columbia who participated were Makayla Baylor, Joanna Chen, Aiden Eby, Braylon Feese, Josh Knoebel, Austin Shaffer, Mara Turner, and Will Victory. Southern's top scorer was Aiden Eby who received a certificate and a mathematics book as a gift.
The 53rd Annual John Steiner Gold Mathematics Competition will be held on March 11th, 2026.
Congratulations to the following Track and Field athletes for making the podium at the Shippensburg Invitational on Saturday:
Boys:
Ethan Reed, 2nd place, Javelin, 183-2
Girls:
Brook Charnosky, 7th place, Javelin, 115
Also, great job to John Quinton, who just missed the podium by finishing 9th in the Shot Put with a throw of 47-4.5.
Up next for our "Student Teacher Feature" is Miss. Daisy Bailey! She’s currently working alongside Mrs. Becker and Mr. Williams, gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. We’re proud to support passionate future educators like Daisy as they help shape the minds of the future. Learn more about her journey below! 📚✨
Congratulations to the following Juniors and Seniors who have been named to the Prom Court for this year’s Great Gatsby Gala! Prom will be held on May 3rd at 7:00 PM at Route 61 Events. The crowning of the King, Queen, Prince, and Princess will take place during the Promenade, which will be held at 5:00 PM in the Charles Nesbitt Gymnasium.
Students in Ag 1 are learning about different components of Food Science. Last week, they learned about the process of fermentation. Students combined yeast, sugar, and hot water together to produce enough carbon dioxide to inflate balloons on their water bottles. The hot water works as an activator for the yeast and the sugar acts as a food source. The food science industry and food production are crucial parts of the agricultural economy in Pennsylvania.
This dedicated group of 11th and 12th graders volunteered their time every Wednesday after school to tutor 3rd and 4th graders in math and reading. Their tutoring sessions began in December and successfully concluded for the year on April 9th. Thank you for your commitment and hard work!
Agriculture Science 1 students learned the proper steps to make butter. The students poured heavy cream into jars and shook them until the cream separated into buttermilk and butterfat. After all the shaking, they poured the butterfat into a strainer, pressed all the excess butter through the strainer, and then stored it in small jars. The processing time can vary depending on the person making the butter. Some students took about 4 minutes, while others took about 8-10 minutes to shake until the butter was ready.
Contributor: Liam Winkler, Journalism Staff Member
Let’s meet another one of our fantastic student teachers—Kennedy Brown! She’s currently working alongside Mr. Rennalls and gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. We’re proud to support passionate future educators like Kennedy as they help shape the next generation. Learn more about her journey below! 📚✨
🎼Save the Date! 🎨
Join us for an unforgettable experience of music and art at our Spring Concerts and Art Show on May 6 and 7 at Southern Columbia High School. Enjoy vibrant performances by our talented musicians and explore stunning artworks created by our amazing students. Don't miss out on this celebration of creativity and community. See the graphic for more information. We can't wait to see you there!
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.
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. 🧁
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.📚✨
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!
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!
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.
