Winter Keystone Retakes are coming up. Please see the attached files for answers to frequently asked questions and other information for parents and guardians. Here are SCA's testing dates:
Algebra Dec. 5-6; Makeup Dec. 7-8
Biology Dec. 12-13; Makeup Dec. 14-15
Literature Jan. 9-10; Makeup Jan. 11-12
Recently, 8th graders participated in an engineering challenge in Science class where they were tasked with building a prototype of a rubber band powered Mars rover. Then they applied the engineering process (design --> revise --> perfect) to identify weaknesses in the basic prototype and make design changes that would improve its performance. They were restricted to certain materials and had to stay within design constraints that limited their rovers to no more than 12 inches in any dimension and no more than 75 grams. After reengineering their vehicles, they competed to see which team's rover could travel the furthest across our simulated rugged Mars terrain.
For "Thankful Thursday," Mr. Williams expressed thankfulness for Mr. Hynoski's return to SCA as our principal.
6th Grade STEM students made slingshot cars out of popsicle sticks. The slingshot car is an excellent introductory project to illustrate how potential energy is converted into kinetic energy while highlighting the importance of low friction.
Happy Thursday! "Together We're Tigers" is back again today to showcase five more fantastic leaders and educators.
(Left to Right)
Brian Davis: Technology Coordinator with 31 years at SCA
Chris Snyder: Director of Finance with 21 years in education and 3 years at SCA
Kaitlin Johnson: Middle School Life Skills Teacher with 9 years in education and 2 years at SCA
Jack Rarig: Tech-Ed Teacher with 10 years in education and 5 years at SCA
Steve Roth: 7th Grade Life Science Teacher with 10 years in education and 6 years at SCA
Congratulations to the High School and Middle School students who were inducted into the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society last evening! National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society members are recognized for upholding the pillars of National Honor Society: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
Middle School Enrichment class toured the Press Enterprise for the "What's So Cool About Manufacturing" contest. Stay tuned for updates as we progress through final voting in March.
Fifth Grade Science students investigated osmosis with the help of gummy bears. It was amazing how much water they absorbed in just 24 hours!
Who: Middle School and High School Students and Staff🍂
What: Thanksgiving Spirit Days 🦃
When: Next week!🥧
Please see the attached flyer for more details.
We head back over to the Middle School for our next edition of "Together We’re Tigers."
Standing (Left to Right):
Mike Venna: 5th Grade Math Teacher with 23.5 years at SCA
Mike Keefer: Middle School Principal with 16 years in education and he's in his 1st year at SCA
Robert Visnosky: 6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher with 23 years in education and 21 years at SCA
Seated (Left to Right):
Janelle Burcicki: 7th Grade ELA Teacher with 14 years in education and 9 years at SCA
Danelle Klebon: 7th Grade Learning Support Teacher with 24 years in education and 11 years at SCA
We head back over to the Middle School for our next edition of "Together We’re Tigers."
Standing (Left to Right):
Mike Venna: 5th Grade Math Teacher with 23.5 years at SCA
Mike Keefer: Middle School Principal with 16 years in education and he's in his 1st year at SCA
Robert Visnosky: 6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher with 23 years in education and 21 years at SCA
Seated (Left to Right):
Janelle Burcicki: 7th Grade ELA Teacher with 14 years in education and 9 years at SCA
Danelle Klebon: 7th Grade Learning Support Teacher with 24 years in education and 11 years at SCA
7th Grade Science students wrapped up a unit of learning about cells by examining some of their very own cheek cells under a microscope!
7th Grade Science students wrapped up a unit of learning about cells by examining some of their very own cheek cells under a microscope!
Here are some photos of 6th Grade Halloween fun from last week! 🎃
Reading is Sweet in 6th grade! Students who earned 25 AR points in the 1st marking period were treated with a donuts and & hot chocolate provided by Dunkin and SMART!
We invite all local business and industry leaders, parents, educators, and community members to attend the upcoming Local Advisory Committee meeting for Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Southern Columbia Area High School on Monday, November 20, 2023, at 6:45 PM in the Southern Columbia Area High School Library, located at 812 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA. Your involvement and input are crucial in shaping the future of CTE programs in our district.
Agenda Highlights:
-Review of current CTE programs and their impact
-Updates on program growth and development
-Opportunities for community partnerships
-Program Expansion
-Open Discussion
Why Attend? Participating in this committee meeting provides a platform to:
-Influence the direction of CTE in our school district
-Learn about the latest developments in CTE education
-Share your valuable insights and perspectives
Your engagement is vital in ensuring that our CTE programs continue to meet the needs of our students and align with industry standards.
Here is our next edition of "Together We’re Tigers"!
Standing (Left to Right)
Dave Fegley: 6th Grade Math Teacher with 10 years at SCA
Jena Nestico: Middle School Learning Support Teacher with 14 years in education and 11 years at SCA
Tiffany Bloom: 6th grade ELA Teacher with 19 years in education and 14 years at SCA
Cheryl Gipple: ACCESS Secretary with 20 years at SCA
Julia Frey: Learning Support Teacher with 17 years in education and this is her 1st year at SCA
Connor Fulmer: Middle School Emotional Support in his 1st year at SCA
Seated (Left to Right)
Connie Lupold: Fifth Grade Science and Math Teacher with 31 years in education and 22 years at SCA
Tammy Toczylousky: Middle School Teacher with 34 years in education and 28 years at SCA
Gwen Yost: Paraprofessional with 2 years working at SCA
Michele Petro: 8th Grade Learning Support with 30 plus years working at SCA
Fifth Grade has had a week filled with learning and fun. Good behavior was recently celebrated with a lively game of rock paper scissors in the gym. Fifth Grade Science students were also introduced to the scientific method this week through the use of a pendulum experiment.
The following students were chosen by Fifth Grade Staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as October SoCo 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 2023: Britton Gum and Marlowe Schock
Friday was a music-filled night here in Tiger Nation! The Music Department had so many things to celebrate on Friday at the football game. First, we celebrated our three Seniors: Sophia Boucher, Ethan Rush, and Patrick Lobos. We then had the combined 5-12th Grade Choir and Alumni Choir, made up of 85 people, singing the National Anthem. Finally, we had a loud and proud alumni band night. We even had guest conductors helping our drum major, Saira Sodergren! We all had a blast. Thank you to everyone who came out.
