On Monday, students in Ms. Atkinson’s Honors Anatomy and Physiology class had the unique opportunity to visit Lock Haven University and tour their cadaver lab. After touring the campus, the students learned about the intricacies of the respiratory system, gaining a deeper understanding of its anatomy and functions. They also had the chance to study muscles and closely examine the human body’s structure, further enhancing their knowledge of human biology. The visit provided an engaging, hands-on experience, offering students a glimpse into college-level anatomy studies and a deeper appreciation for the complexity of the human body.
Contributor: Makayla Baylor, Journalism Staff Member
As schools prepare to kick off Autism Awareness Month, the CSIU is excited to share details about the next installment in their CSIU Community Engagement Series.
The CSIU is thrilled to welcome Ben Hartranft of Benergy 1 Productions—an autism advocate and dynamic public speaker—who will share his powerful journey from diagnosis through adulthood. Ben’s message of inclusion, kindness, and motivation is one you won’t want to miss. He truly thrives on the energy of a live audience, so let’s pack the house!
The CSIU would greatly appreciate your support in spreading the word. Please share this event with families, community members, and through your social media channels. If sharing via social media, please be sure to include the ticket link referenced below.
Event Details:
Living with Autism: A Personal Perspective
Featuring Ben Hartranft – Benergy 1 Productions
Thursday, April 24, 2025
7:00 to 8:30 PM
Lewisburg Area High School
545 Newman Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
🎟️ Reserve free tickets at: www.ticketstripe.com/ben2025
On Friday, our school proudly celebrated Down Syndrome Awareness Day. Students and staff came together to show their support by wearing specially designed t-shirts, blue and yellow clothing, and crazy socks. The event was a vibrant display of solidarity and inclusivity, highlighting our commitment to raising awareness and promoting understanding of Down Syndrome. The colorful attire and enthusiastic participation created a positive and uplifting atmosphere, making the day memorable for everyone involved. Thank you to all who participated and helped make this event a success!
Good luck to Senior Saira Sodergren as she competes at the Regional Choir competition over the next three days. Saira will audition for a chance to advance to the State level and will perform in a concert on Friday evening at Lewisburg High School. Congratulations on your achievement, Saira. You make SCA proud!
Though today’s weather is dreary, last week students in Miss Yoder and Mrs. Powell's classes had the chance to enjoy the sunshine while learning outdoors! ☀️
Students in the CSO STEM group recently spent time with Second Grade students to complete their action plan, which aimed to raise STEM awareness among elementary students. The CSOs spent their morning demonstrating scientific theories through various experiments for the students.
Congratulations to the following Girls Basketball players who have been named PHAC All-Stars:
🏀Kailee Helwig - 1st Team PHAC All Star
🏀Olivia Jones - 2nd Team PHAC All Star
🏀Tatum Klebon - Honorable Mention
🏀Olivia Jones - Defensive Team
The Southern Columbia FFA Chapter successfully delivered all items collected during their Ronald McDonald donation drive to the Ronald McDonald House for their annual Farmer's Care Event, sponsored by the PA Farm Bureau.
The chapter raised the most donations out of all the FFA chapters in Columbia, Montour, and Lycoming counties, totaling almost $2,800! 🎉
This achievement highlights the dedication and community spirit of the Southern Columbia FFA Chapter and their supporters.
Coming back for its second appearance, it is the Teachers vs. Students Basketball Game sponsored by SAVE! On Friday, March 14th, there will be games played at 6:00 PM for JV and 7:30 PM for Varsity. After last year’s student victory in the Varsity game and the teachers' win in the JV game, both sides want to send a message in their Friday showdowns. When asked about the outcome of this year’s game, Varsity player Parker Pesarchick said, “We’re throwing lobs all day, dunks only.” In response to Pesarchick's comment, teacher Ms. Stine said, “Parker thinks he can dunk, but I don’t think we can get a sheet of paper between him and the ground.” Then, Pesarchick’s teammate Braysen Leslie commented, “Parker may not be able to dunk, but everyone will see the score when the time comes.” On March 14th, the ultimate rivalry between student and teacher will commence. Don’t miss out on the game of the century! 🏀
Purchase your tickets here: https://www.scasd.us/o/hs/page/hometown-ticketing
Contributor: Johnny Barnette, Journalism Staff Member
Issy Honabach, Sarah Eyer, and Evelyn Staugaitis all participated in the 2025 Region IV Band Festival this past weekend. This is an extremely impressive musical accomplishment. We are very proud of all their achievements and look forward to continuing to grow the arts here at Southern Columbia! 🎶
Mrs. Roughton's 11th and 12th Grade English classes had the incredible opportunity to experience The Great Gatsby on Broadway in NYC yesterday! From the dazzling sets to the captivating performances, the students were transported into the Roaring Twenties, seeing the novel come to life in a whole new way. It was an unforgettable day of learning, culture, and excitement—one they’ll remember for years to come! 🎭✨
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Journalism Staff Member
Students in Mrs. Becker's Office Applications class recently built a "Lucky Charms Database" to store information about the types of charms found in a bag of Lucky Charms cereal. They used Microsoft Access to set up and enter data in a database, query that data, and summarize their findings. Some of the characteristics students recorded included the shape of the charm, its primary and secondary color, size, quantity in bag and taste. Students then enjoyed a St. Patrick's Day snack at the end of class.🍀
Students in Mrs. Trometter’s and Mr. Deljanovan’s Gym classes have been enjoying an exciting and competitive unit in their physical education class—Pickleball! The fast-paced sport, which combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, has become a hit among students. With Pickleball courts set up in the gym, students have been bonding over intense matches and getting active in a fun, engaging way.
Pickleball’s popularity is growing, and it’s clear that our PE classes are embracing this game with open arms. All high school students are eligible to compete in the upcoming Pickleball tournament, but the deadline to sign up is tomorrow. Stay tuned for the results of this competition.
Contributor: Wyatt Martin, Journalism Staff Member
FBLA is raising money for future competitions. Students are selling a variety of items through an online platform, ranging from chocolate to kitchen items to jewelry. You can choose "ship to school" if you have a child who attends the school or you work at the school, or you can choose "ship to home" if you would rather receive the items at your house. Orders are due by March 13. Thank you in advance for supporting our future entrepreneurs!
Online Fundraising Store Online Shopping Link: https://onlinefundraisingstore.shop.matiries.com/shop-now?sellerId=968912
Meet Mr. Ryan Coller, our next featured student teacher! Ryan is currently working in Mrs. Long's 10th grade History class, bringing his passion for teaching and fresh perspectives to the classroom. Stay tuned as we continue to highlight the amazing student teachers who are making a lasting impact in our schools every day! 🎓✨
Congratulations to Coach Woytowich and the SCA Boys Basketball Team on capturing 3rd place in the PIAA District 4 AAA Boys Basketball Championships. The team defeated North Penn Mansfield 42-40 to earn the 3rd place medal. The team next competes in the PIAA AAA state basketball tournament by taking on Riverside out of District 2 on Saturday March 8th. This is the 3rd time in the last 4 years that Coach Woytowich has led the Boys Basketball team into the PIAA State Tournament.
On Friday, February 28, members of the Southern Columbia FFA Chapter competed in the Area Public Speaking Competition in Stillwater, PA.
The results of the competition are as follows:
Russell Longenberger - 1st Place Junior Prepared Speaking
Madison Kerstetter - 1st Place Extemporaneous Speaking
Chase Compton - 3rd Place Extemporaneous Speaking
Congratulations! These individuals will advance to the regional level in April at Penn College.
The Southern Columbia Varsity Club will be holding a bake sale for Middle School and High School students on Tuesday, March 4, in front of the cafeteria. All proceeds from the bake sale will benefit the family of SCA Class of 2014 student athlete, Josh Tripp. While in college, Josh participated in a concussion research study. During a recent MRI in Indiana as part of the study, radiologists discovered a concerning abnormality. Further testing confirmed that Josh has a brain tumor. He underwent surgery to remove as much of it as possible, but pathology has determined it is cancerous. As he and his wife, Lauren, navigate this challenging time, they will face significant medical bills and unexpected expenses, and we hope that our efforts will help them in their time of need.
Southern Columbia ENCORE tickets are now on sale!! You can buy tickets by going to the website or by scanning the QR code!
The Southern Columbia Class of 2026 will be hosting this year's prom, "The Great Gatsby Gala," on Saturday, May 3, 2025. The event will be held at Route 61 Events, with dinner and dancing beginning at 7:00 PM. The Promenade will take place at 5:30 PM in the High School Gym.
Tickets will be available for purchase starting today and will be on sale until March 22. Tickets cost $35 per person, which includes dinner. Please note that only Juniors and Seniors are eligible to purchase tickets.
To buy your ticket, use the link provided:
https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/southerncolumbia/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzMyNA==
