Southern Columbia Area School District

3rd Grade is currently studying the Human Body. We recently had Dr. Hillary Roth in as a guest speaker to talk with our students. She spoke about the different body systems. 🩺🥼

Today the Southern Columbia Area School District observed Suicide Prevention Month by having middle and high school students sign a pledge to raise awareness for suicide prevention during lunches. Staff and students throughout the entire district were asked to wear teal and purple in support, as well as suicide prevention t-shirts designed by the Student Support team. As a district, we were able to raise over $1300 to be donated to the SCASD SAVE Club. Resources were available to students in need.

Mr. Leslie rewarded his students for their achievement and behavior with a "Pancake Day" this morning. 🥞

Please see the attachments for information regarding next week's "Homecoming Sprit Week" and "Change Wars" events. 📣🪙

Miss Johnson's class kicked off the Fall season by using teamwork to make apple pretzel bites. 🍎

Be sure to stop by the Education Building at the Bloomsburg Fair to check out the SCA Middle School Science booth! 🧪🔬🔭

📣 AUCTION ALERT: Southern Columbia Area School District Equipment Sale! 🛠️🎩 The Southern Columbia Area School District is auctioning off some amazing items! Check out what's available and place your bids today: Jarvis Uniform and Hat Mover (Item #1) 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $100.00 🕒 Ends in 10 days, 23 hours Jarvis Uniform and Hat Mover (Item #2) 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $100.00 🕒 Ends in 13 days, 23 hours Metal Lathe (#1) 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $1,000.00 🕒 Ends in 14 days, 23 hours Metal Lathe (#2) - TMC-1000 Deluxe 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $1,000.00 🕒 Ends in 14 days, 23 hours Metal Lathe (#3) - Grizzly Model G5960 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $1,000.00 🕒 Ends in 14 days, 23 hours Metal Lathe (#4) - Grizzly Model G4016 📍 Catawissa, PA 💵 Starting Bid: $1,000.00 🕒 Ends in 14 days, 23 hours Don’t miss out on these great deals! Head over to the auction page and start bidding before it’s too late! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ 🔗 Link to Auction: https://municibid.com/Listing/Details/68402379/Metal-Lathe-2-TMC1000-Deluxe-SerC81135SU

Friday night was Youth Cheer Night! The youth cheerleaders got to stand on the track with the varsity cheer team and helped cheer for the varsity football team! 🐅📣🏈

 Isabella Miller, Ryan Maciejewski, Katelyn Brecht, and Declan McGinley recently embarked on a year-long journey to become Chief Science Officers representing Southern Columbia, on a national stage, by collaborating with other students around the country. The group will take part in several meetings during the year and develop a plan in order to help infuse STEM concepts and technologies within the district.

7th Grade Science students are wrapping up a project-based scientific inquiry unit, showcasing their creativity and critical thinking.

Message from SCA SAVE Club: Due to the overwhelming support of the T-shirt sale, there has been a slight delay in production time. We plan to have the shirts home in time for students to wear them on THURSDAY, September 26th. We were able to raise over $1,300 for our SAVE club. Thanks for your flexibility and support.

Be sure to stop by the Education Building at the Bloomsburg Fair to see the various exhibits proudly displayed by our students in FCS, Student Council, Art Club, Ag Department, and SAVE.

7th Grade Science students participated in the annual Earth Day poster contest hosted by the Columbia County Conservation District this past spring. The 2024 theme was "May The Forest Be With You, Always." The following SCA students were chosen as winners and each received a cash prize! Pictured from L-R: Ellie Unger (1st place), Cheyenne Gosciminski (2nd place), Bella Snyder (3rd place), Sophia Gasperetti (4th place), and Samantha Cronin (5th place). Congratulations girls! Their winning posters will be on display at the Middle School Science booth at the Bloomsburg Fair! Come check them out! 🌲

Congratulations to the Southern Columbia Girls Soccer Senior Class of 2025! The following players were recognized at Monday night's game against Mount Carmel. In addition, each Senior scored or assisted in the victory. From left to right, our Seniors are #4 Ella Podgurski, #9 Noelle Davis, #16 Jillian Keller, #26 Lexi Leshinski, #32 Genna Madden, #35 Morgan Waugh, and #37 Ava Gaul. Congratulations Seniors!! 🐯⚽ Contributor: Rachel Renn, Journalism Staff Member

Dear Parents and Guardians, Considering recent events and ongoing concerns regarding threats to school safety, we want to ensure that our community remains vigilant and proactive in protecting our children. Several local districts have faced challenges related to threats, and it is crucial that we work together to maintain a safe environment for all students. Key Points for Parents/Guardians: 1. Remind Your Children About the Dangers of Threats: Discuss the seriousness of making threats, even in jest. Explain the potential consequences and the impact such actions can have on their peers and the school community. Encourage open communication. Let your children know they can talk to you or a trusted adult if they ever feel unsafe or hear about potential threats. 2. Monitor Social Media Activity: Regularly check your children’s social media accounts. Be aware of their online interactions and the content they are exposed to. Educate your children about responsible social media use and the importance of reporting any suspicious or concerning behavior they encounter online. 3. “See Something, Say Something”: Reinforce the importance of reporting any unusual or suspicious activity. If your child sees or hears something that doesn’t seem right, they should feel empowered to speak up. Remind them that their vigilance can help prevent potential incidents and keep their school safe. o Resources for individuals to share concerns: 1. SoCo Concerns 2. Safe to Say Something Our Commitment: We are committed to working closely with local law enforcement and other relevant authorities to address any threats promptly and effectively. Our priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We will continue to implement and update security measures as needed to ensure a secure learning environment. A reminder to students and parents. Just like you would not get on an airplane and scream “hijack” or walk into a movie theater and scream “fire” students and parents must realize you do not get on the internet or social media and say “school shooting” or threaten harm on schools. Our district will always push to the fullest extent of the law that students are prosecuted for any such action. Your Role: As parents/guardians, your involvement is crucial. By staying informed, monitoring your children’s activities, and fostering open communication, you play a vital role in maintaining the safety of our school community. Thank you for your cooperation and dedication to keeping our schools safe. Together, we can create a secure and supportive environment for our children to learn and grow. Sincerely, Mr. Becker Superintendent

In case you missed it, WNEP featured Southern Columbia Area School District during halftime of our football game against Mt. Carmel this past Friday! They highlighted some of the fantastic programs we offer and the incredible work of our students and staff. Take a moment to watch the video and see what makes our district so special! We’re proud to share all the amazing things happening at Southern Columbia. 🐾 Watch the full feature here: https://www.wnep.com/video/sports/high-school/hs-football/southern-columbia-school-profile/523-e55ca5a5-3342-48cc-9703-bbaeaf9bc817

Southern Columbia Area School District Community it appears that YouTube is having technical difficulties this evening causing the live stream of tonight's school board meeting not to stream. The meeting is being recorded and will be posted once the YouTube issues are solved.

Our Southern Columbia Junior Firefighters are proud to be a part of an amazing program. Being a Junior Firefighter allows them to protect and serve their community while being role models for younger students. In addition to serving their community, this program allows them to gain valuable skills, like being better problem solvers and being able to work well in stressful situations. This program is so useful in providing opportunities to high school students and in giving them a great after school activity that not only benefits themselves, but others as well. They can also choose to work toward becoming an EMT through the invaluable training and triage experience they gain. The Junior Firefighters program is great for anyone who wants to make a difference in their community. As Junior Firefighter Chase Compton says, “It feels good to do good.” A special thanks also goes to Ryan Davis, Aidyn McHale, and Russell Longenberger, fellow firefighters, for providing information for this piece. Contributors: Tori Heffner and Lauren Davis, Journalism Staff Members

Fifth Grade students in Mrs. Coombe's class recently put the scientific method to practice.

Students in Mr. Johnston’s 10th Grade Honors English class recently read "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck. Students took a test on the novel after they finished reading the book. The exam encompassed plot, figurative language, and symbols within the work. Students are currently writing an essay about the book that is either a compare and contrast essay or a five-paragraph essay on the topic of their choice. They only have in class time to write it, and the essay cannot be taken out of the classroom. For example, one student in Mr. Johnston’s 3rd period class, Karlene Wiehe, is writing her essay comparing and contrasting "Of Mice and Men" and "The Grapes of Wrath." Contributors: Makayla Baylor and Isabelle Baylor, Journalism Staff Members