High School Envirothon students recently attended the Susquehanna Valley Envirothon at Shikellamy State Park. Students competed against teams from five surrounding counties in the following categories: wildlife, forestry, soils and land use, and aquatic ecology.
Don't forget: Our fantastic May display of musical and artistic talent begins tonight. Doors open at 6 pm for the Catawissa Military Band Concert and the SCA Art Show. Every student who is enrolled in a High School Art elective will have at least one piece on display. πΊπ¨






CONGRATULATIONS to our two nominees for the CTL's Ray of Light Awards!!β¨β¨
Ethan Rush- Supporting Role in a Musical
Alasia Gaines- Student Design Choreography
Our whole cast and crew were also nominated for Outstanding Scenic Design.
Weβre all so proud of everyone!


CONGRATULATIONS to our two nominees for the CTL's Ray of Light Awards!!β¨β¨
Ethan Rush- Supporting Role in a Musical
Alasia Gaines- Student Design Choreography
Our whole cast and crew were also nominated for Outstanding Scenic Design.
Weβre all so proud of everyone!


"Feed the body food and drink, it will survive today. Feed the soul art and music, it will live forever." -Julie Andrews
We at SCA are excited to showcase a fantastic May display of musical and artistic talent. Please see the flyer for more details on next month's events. πΆπ¨

A Pre-Prom Mock DUI presentation was conducted on campus for all 11th and 12th Grade students yesterdayββ. This presentation included a response from local fire, police, EMS and Life Flight. The demonstration's intention was to raise awareness for our students as well as assist local first responders in training.





The 2024 Senior and Junior Prom Courts were recently named. The King, Queen, Prince, and Princess will be crowned at the conclusion of Promenade. Promenade will be held on Saturday, May 4th at 4:30 in the Charles T. Nesbitt gymnasium.
Juniors-
(Front row, left to right)- Jillian Kehler, Noelle Davis, Lillian Konyar, Genna Madden, Aubree Malakoski, Siena Rovito
(Back row, left to right)- Mick Shingara, Ethan Reidinger, Dominic Fetterolf, Jude Bremigen, Travis Wegrzynowicz, Joseph Yancoskie
Seniors-
(Front row, left to right)- Jadyn Jankowski, Anesa Brown, Sayla Chapman, Tori Conway, Kate Moncavage, MolliLyn Petro
(Back row, left to right)- Colden Bloom, Mason Barvitskie, Louden Murphy, Gavin Krebs, Sean Buhay
Not pictured- Garrett Garcia


The National Honor Society recently partnered with the Columbia County Victim Witness Program to collect items for individuals who visit their office. NHS members collected an assortment of over 75 items including puzzle books, coloring books, crayons, and children's book.

Students in Mrs. Becker's Office Applications class are working on a culminating Food Truck Project that requires them to use the skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access) that they have learned throughout the year. With the help of student teachers Miss Savoy and Miss Speece, students are designing and creating the necessary files and materials needed to start a Food Truck business. One of the first phases of the project involves constructing a prototype of their truck, seen in these photos.



We will begin offering Biology-specific tutoring starting today, Wednesday, and Thursday for 1 hour after school. Biology tutoring will be offered weekly on those specific days until May 15th. Transportation will only be offered on Tuesday and Thursday. If your child attends tutoring on Wednesday, you will need to provide transportation after tutoring. If you have any questions, please call the High School office 570-356-3450.

Jocelyn Rarig placed 1st in the "Poppy Poster Contest" sponsored by the Bloomsburg Legion. Her drawing is moving on to the next level of judging. Marlowe Schock placed 2nd and Charlotte Paul placed 3rd. Great job ladies! π¨




Attention Seniors and their family members: The Daily Item is offering a free ad with a short bio and picture to each senior in all school districts that the newspaper serves. It will be part of a special Graduation section to be published on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Please join us for us for our Spring Concert Series. See the flyer for dates and times! π·πΆπΊ

The High School Journalism class has recently helped to expand our school districtβs social media presence. The class is now in charge of creating content for our schoolβs Instagram page, and the account can be found on Instagram @scasdtigers. They hope to get High School students positively engaged with the school through student-centered ideas and creations. The students behind the page plan to consistently upload entertaining and informative posts while giving followers an inside look at whatβs happening at SCA. The page has already uploaded a βTeacher Swapβ Reel with over 3000 views, and the group has many creative ideas that they would like to carry out during the remainder of this school year and beyond. Give the page a follow!
Contributors: Siena Rovito and Aubrey Heath, Journalism Staff Members




Each week, our Life Skills students help to fill the food bags that go home every weekend to supplement children in need of additional food when not in school. π

SCA Senior Micah Campbell is a member of our Aviation program. Yesterday he received his private pilot license after passing his Private Pilot Check ride at the Bloomsburg Municipal Airport. Congratulations, Micah! π©οΈ


Both middle and high school students attended a CSIU sponsored drone building event at the Montour Preserve. Students were paired to follow directions in drone building, a meticulous feat that required patience and attention to detail. After building, students were able to code and fly the drones to test their hard work. Gifted students in the fifth grade enjoyed the mentoring from high school Aviation/Gifted students in this cooperative experience. Ms. Frey, Mr. Roughton, and Mrs. Roughton led the field trip.









32 Southern Columbia students and their two advisors attended the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Hershey this week. Both students and the SCA chapter walked away with awards and honors:
Competitive Event Winners:
1. Gavin Krebs, 3rd Place, Sports and Entertainment Management
2. Ethan Rush, 3rd place, Help Desk
3. Amanda Strocko, 5th place, Broadcast Journalism
4. Amanda Strocko, 6th place, Local Chapter Annual Business Report
5. Daniel Marzeski, 6th place, Organizational Leadership
6. Andrew Sharrow, 9th place, Public Policy and Advocacy
Individual Recognitions:
- MolliLyn Petro was accepted into the Business Honor Society.
- Amanda Strocko placed 9th in the Who's Who Criteria/William Selden Scholarship.
- Madalyn LeVan, Amanda Strocko, Madison Kerstetter, and Madelyn Evert received Big 33 service hour recognition for obtaining and submitting service hours.
Chapter Recognition:
-SCA FBLA placed 9th out of over 250 chapters in the William H. Selden Outstanding Chapter Award which recognizes the above-and-beyond contributions of students and their advisors.
-SCA FBLA received the Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Award of Merit which is given to top 15% of chapters in PA based on the Outstanding Chapter guidelines.

The High School Guidance Department had a great turn out on Wednesday evening for an information session on Commonwealth-Bloomsburgβs Early College classes. A representative from the University was present to answer questions about all the program has to offer to the high schoolβs rising seniors. π«π
βYou have never really lived until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.β -John Bunyan
Our school is lucky enough to have seven students serving our communities as junior and regular firefighters. Students Hunter Sharrow, Chase Compton, Cameron Traugh, and Aidyn McHale are all volunteers at Valley Chemical Fire Department in Numidia. Students Aidan Wetzel, Austyn Balchunas, and Ryan Davis are volunteers at the Elysburg Fire Department. These dedicated students spend much of their time serving the communities and responding to emergencies. Both companies are always looking for more junior/regular firefighters. A person must be at least 14 years old to participate in the junior firefighter program. If interested, please see the attached flyer from the Elysburg Fire Department.
Contributor: Aidan Wetzel, Journalism Staff Member










