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Be sure to check out the Middle School Science booth at the Bloomsburg Fair this week!
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This week in the Middle School, we found Mr. Kaseman’s Science class learning about the Scientific Method by making paper airplanes. Mr. Yost and Mr. Williams' MTSS classes were reading their AR books and catching up on any missed work at the end of the day.
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High School Student Council will once again be hosting a Trunk or Treat event as a way to spread some community spirit and provide a positive outlet for our students. The event will take place from 6:00pm-7:30pm on Thursday, October 26, in front of the High School. Please see the attached flyer and spread the word about this event.
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Southern Columbia High School Student Council is proud to announce this year's HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK themes. Spirit Week will run from September 18 through September 22. Please pay attention to the themes that correspond with each building.
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6th Grade students reviewed the 5 elements of plot structure with a fun and exciting game of Plot Structure Showdown!
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Please see the attached flyer about a "Safer Choices" presentation in the High School Auditorium on September 11 from 6:30-7:30. Mike Domritz from The Center For Respect will be speaking. This presentation is free to the community thanks to contributions from the CSIU and SCA's S.A.V.E. club.
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If you haven't already ordered your child's 2024 Yearbook, now is the time to do so. Jostens is offering the best deals and lowest prices over the next 7 days. Don't miss the chance to order your book(s) in the most affordable manner possible. Use the link below to order a copy for any of our three schools. Those looking to buy an Elementary book will need to search "G.C. Hartman Elementary." Buyers for the other two schools will search "Southern Columbia" and the associated school name. https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks#affiliate
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Fifth Grade science students recently created DIY lava lamps to practice working safely in a science environment.
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"Before you judge someone, walk a mile in their shoes!"
6th Grade ELA students spent the first days of school developing empathy by engaging in an activity where they created a personalized shoe that celebrated THEM!
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Students in Mr. Williams’ Eighth Grade STEM Class spent time during the first week of school analyzing how to problem solve with other students while facing a communication barrier.
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It's already time to order your child's 2024 Yearbook. We understand that this not at the forefront of your mind with back-to-school preparations in progress, but Jostens is offering the best deals and lowest prices over the next 24 days. Don't miss the chance to order your book(s) in the most affordable manner possible. Use the link below to order a copy for any of our three schools. Those looking to buy an Elementary book will need to search "G.C. Hartman Elementary." Buyers for the other two schools will search "Southern Columbia" and the associated school name.
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Despite last year's dry summer, our native species meadows, that were planted in the fall of 2021 by Native Creations, are in bloom and once again providing blankets of color throughout the campus.
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Please see the attached Field Hockey Camp opportunities for this summer; they include a Tiny Tots Camp and a camp for students in Grades 1-8.
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Attention parents of incoming K-8th grade girls: The SCA Girls Soccer Team is holding their 21st annual Girls Soccer Skills Camp! Camp will be held July 10-12th, 2023 from 5PM – 8PM. The cost of camp is $50 (non-refundable). Camp is for girls entering grades K thru 8 for the 2023-2024 School Year and is open to campers from SCA and all local school districts. The deadline to register is THIS FRIDAY, June 9th!! Camp Registration will be completed online this year: https://forms.gle/rVWqMzdU8f66S96d9
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All K-12 Parents - if you are interested in having your child attend the SCA Summer STEM Camp here on campus from August 1-3, 2023, from 9 am to noon, please complete registration for each child using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/uyiBzLRfLr
Please be sure to read the documents on our social media pages prior to registering so you understand the responsibilities of both the parent and the camper. Please complete registration by June 12th.
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Congratulations to the following 7th Grade students for placing in the Columbia County Conservation District's Annual Earth Day Poster Contest: Honorable Mention - Ellen Mika, Jax Margel, Mason Rhone, and Aleisha Gallup, 4th Place - Lainey Jones, and 5th Place - Mya Wise. Over 150 posters were submitted from students throughout the county.
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The ENCORE cast spent yesterday preparing and taping for the Ray of Light Awards which will be held on May 27. The recorded performance and ceremony will be shown on WNEP2.
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THIS MESSAGE ONLY PERTAINS TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 7-12 AND THEIR PARENTS:
Attached is the finals exam schedule. There are NO permission slips needed to be turned in by students.
All students must report to school by 8:10am during finals. If students have a first final but not a second final, they may leave after their first final. If students have a second final and not a first, students MUST still report to school by 8:10am. If students do not have finals on a given day their parents MUST submit a note on Sapphire that the student will not be in school that day due to not having a final.
All students are dismissed after the second final on each day of finals. On June 1 and 2, if students do not have transportation to leave after finals that day, they must report to the cafeteria for Megasub and Lunch until dismissal at 2:50pm. If anyone has any questions, please contact alewis@scasd.us.
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Jackson Romig, Karlene Wiehe, Lillian Beyer, and Maya Woodland were named 8th Grade SoCo Stars for the month of April.
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Miss Johnson's class attended Benton's "Bee Kind" picnic yesterday where they played games, got face paintings, ate yummy food, and socialized with other school districts. The kids and staff had a blast!
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