Yesterday, our Farm to Table and Ag Science I students explored the differences between several animal breeds through hands-on observation. Chickens, bunnies, a barn cat, and goats all made an appearance and helped bring the lesson to life.
Experiences like this build real-world agricultural understanding and give students authentic connections to the concepts they learn in class. Thank you to Andrews Acres for providing the animals for this activity! 🐓 🐐
Experiences like this build real-world agricultural understanding and give students authentic connections to the concepts they learn in class. Thank you to Andrews Acres for providing the animals for this activity! 🐓 🐐
Softball camp is happening this Saturday! 🥎
Don’t forget to join us for skill work, coaching, and a great day learning the game.
See the graphic for full details!
CSO STEM ambassadors Isabella Miller and Katelyn Brecht presented their action plan today in Mr. Kelchner's 8th Grade Science Class. The two students chose the topic of solar panels in order to raise awareness about the district's solar energy efforts and the positive impact renewable energy can have on our community. We’re proud to see students leading the way in STEM and sustainability!
🎻 Congratulations to violinist Michaela Williams! 🎻
Michaela has achieved an outstanding accomplishment by advancing to Regional Orchestra! She’ll continue her musical journey by auditioning for State Orchestra in Williamsport on March 5–6.
Michaela, along with the other talented students who qualified, will perform in a Regional Orchestra concert at Williamsport High School on March 7 at 2 PM (time updated).
During 11th period yesterday, Corporal Tobias and Trooper Beaver from the Pennsylvania State Police visited Mr. Dunn’s Criminal Justice I class for an engaging presentation on field sobriety testing and drug recognition.
Both officers are certified Drug Recognition Experts, and they provided students with firsthand insight into the skills, procedures, and responsibilities involved in identifying impaired drivers. Students asked great questions and gained valuable real‑world knowledge about law enforcement careers.
A big thank‑you to Corporal Tobias and Trooper Beaver for sharing their expertise!
Both officers are certified Drug Recognition Experts, and they provided students with firsthand insight into the skills, procedures, and responsibilities involved in identifying impaired drivers. Students asked great questions and gained valuable real‑world knowledge about law enforcement careers.
A big thank‑you to Corporal Tobias and Trooper Beaver for sharing their expertise!
Yesterday, 8th Grade students had the opportunity to hear from Evan Gajkowski, a certified nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology. He shared insights about his work in the medical field, discussed the nursing profession, and answered thoughtful questions from our engaged students. This presentation is part of an ongoing career series hosted by Mrs. Long and Mr. Williams, designed to help students explore real‑world pathways and professions.
🎉 Congratulations to the SCA 4th Grade Boys! 🏀
The team put together an incredible performance at the Miners Madness Tournament, finishing the weekend with a perfect 5–0 record and bringing home the championship!
The team put together an incredible performance at the Miners Madness Tournament, finishing the weekend with a perfect 5–0 record and bringing home the championship!
This is the revised 2025–2026 Academic School Calendar. To view it online, go to www.scasd.us, select “About Us” and then “Academic School Year Calendar.”
The Journalism class is proud to bring back our weekly Student Teacher Feature, where we spotlight the amazing future educators working in our district.
To kick off this year’s series, we’re excited to highlight Ava Serino, who is student teaching in 1st grade with Mrs. Schu! Ava brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a true passion for helping young learners grow.
Check out the graphic below to learn more about Ava and her journey in education.
🎨 Check Out Our SCA Artsonia Galleries!
Did you know SCA has Artsonia galleries featuring artwork created by our K–4 and Middle School students?
These online galleries showcase the creativity happening in our art rooms every day!
Parents and families can also connect to their student’s Artsonia profile and even purchase items featuring their child’s artwork. This is a great way to celebrate their creativity!
🔗 Elementary Gallery:
https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=45252
🔗 Middle School Gallery:
https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=89818
If you’d like to link to your student’s account, please refer to the bottom link on the Art Newsletter for connection instructions.
Thanks for supporting our young artists!
Did you know SCA has Artsonia galleries featuring artwork created by our K–4 and Middle School students?
These online galleries showcase the creativity happening in our art rooms every day!
Parents and families can also connect to their student’s Artsonia profile and even purchase items featuring their child’s artwork. This is a great way to celebrate their creativity!
🔗 Elementary Gallery:
https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=45252
🔗 Middle School Gallery:
https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=89818
If you’d like to link to your student’s account, please refer to the bottom link on the Art Newsletter for connection instructions.
Thanks for supporting our young artists!
📅 Save the Date!
🏀 Hunter’s Jersey Day: Friday, March 6
Join us in celebrating the legacy of Hunter Beck Reynolds and supporting the Hunter’s Heart & Hustle Foundation, a non‑profit honoring Hunter’s dedication as a student, athlete, and philanthropist. The Foundation helps student‑athletes across central Pennsylvania by providing shoes, equipment, participation fees, and more so they have the resources they need to succeed on and off the field.
More information on how each building will be supporting this cause will be shared in the coming days! 🖤💛
🏀 Hunter’s Jersey Day: Friday, March 6
Join us in celebrating the legacy of Hunter Beck Reynolds and supporting the Hunter’s Heart & Hustle Foundation, a non‑profit honoring Hunter’s dedication as a student, athlete, and philanthropist. The Foundation helps student‑athletes across central Pennsylvania by providing shoes, equipment, participation fees, and more so they have the resources they need to succeed on and off the field.
More information on how each building will be supporting this cause will be shared in the coming days! 🖤💛
Good luck to the Boys Basketball Team in their district semifinal matchup tonight, and to the Girls in their district final tomorrow night! Go Tigers! 🐯🏀
Last week, students in Agricultural Science II suited up in proper safety gear and got to work in the shop. They learned and applied essential safety procedures while practicing MIG welding on real projects. With each weld, they gained practical skill, confidence using the equipment, and a clear understanding of what it takes to work responsibly in an ag mechanics setting.
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
Last week our chapter was excited to welcome the PA FFA State Officers for a visit, where they led students through interactive workshops and activities. Their energy and leadership helped inspire students and promote the importance of agricultural education and FFA involvement. Thank you, Jaylene Everhart and Sam Parks, for joining us at Southern Columbia!
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern
The lunch menu for the remainder of the week will follow the previously posted menu. Today, February 24, we will serve Orange Chicken, but the rest of the week will follow the posted menu.
The CSIU is excited to offer a Girls Summer STEM Camp from June 22–26, 2026! This week‑long program is designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and encourage girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, hands‑on environment.
The camp is open to girls entering Grades 6–8 for the 2026–27 school year. Attached, you’ll find a flyer with all camp details and registration information.
Only 25 spots are available, and they are expected to fill quickly!
The camp is open to girls entering Grades 6–8 for the 2026–27 school year. Attached, you’ll find a flyer with all camp details and registration information.
Only 25 spots are available, and they are expected to fill quickly!
Chief Science Officers of STEM recently spent a day at the Joseph Priestley House in Northumberland learning about the history of chemistry. Students also participated in a scavenger hunt around the museum that focused on solving various colonial-era housing problems by applying math skills. They wrapped up the day by listening to a speaker discuss upcoming artificial intelligence projects in our local communities.
Students in the 11th‑grade, third‑period Honors English class recently performed scenes from Death of a Salesman. They acted their hearts out each day and deserve recognition for their Academy Award–worthy performances! The students were Ander Zanella as Willy Loman, Chase Compton as Linda Loman, Aidyn McHale as Biff Loman, and Ayden Hockenbroch as Happy Loman. 🧾
Journey Bank Presents: The Chris Herren Story
FREE Community Event — Open to the Public
Journey Bank is honored to team with former NBA player Chris Herren to tackle the problem
of substance abuse and addiction. Please join us as Chris shares his very personal journey
navigating the disease of addiction, the road to recovery, and his mission to make a
difference. Chris’s story takes you from his dream of playing in the NBA, through losing his
career and almost his family. As a person in long-term recovery, Chris inspires people to
identify the “Why” in their story and to start the conversation on wellness and recovery. We
share Chris’s goal of reaching at least one person and making a difference.
Event Details
Date Thursday, March 12
Location Arts & Crafts Building at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds
Time 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Admission Free community event. Open to the public. Bring friends/family and spread the word.
Contact & Links
Website www.journeybank.com
Website www.herrentalks.com
Phone 570-784-1660
Social Follow Journey Bank on Facebook for more about this community event.
FREE Community Event — Open to the Public
Journey Bank is honored to team with former NBA player Chris Herren to tackle the problem
of substance abuse and addiction. Please join us as Chris shares his very personal journey
navigating the disease of addiction, the road to recovery, and his mission to make a
difference. Chris’s story takes you from his dream of playing in the NBA, through losing his
career and almost his family. As a person in long-term recovery, Chris inspires people to
identify the “Why” in their story and to start the conversation on wellness and recovery. We
share Chris’s goal of reaching at least one person and making a difference.
Event Details
Date Thursday, March 12
Location Arts & Crafts Building at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds
Time 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Admission Free community event. Open to the public. Bring friends/family and spread the word.
Contact & Links
Website www.journeybank.com
Website www.herrentalks.com
Phone 570-784-1660
Social Follow Journey Bank on Facebook for more about this community event.
Congratulations to Ryker Leffler on being named Citizen of the Month! Ryker consistently demonstrates kindness, responsibility, and a positive attitude in the classroom. He is respectful to his peers, always willing to lend a hand, and sets a strong example through his behavior and work ethic. Ryker’s leadership and friendly personality make him a wonderfully positive part of our school community.
