Eighth grade students in Mr. Kelchner's science classes recently built rubber band powered rovers and competed to see whose could travel the greatest distance across a simulated rocky Mars surface. Students were challenged to use the engineering process to identify weaknesses in the original prototype design and then modify it to improve its performance. All modifications to the wheels, drive system, and body had to keep their rovers within the design constraints that limited the size to no more than 12 inches in any direction and no more than 75 grams of total weight. This year, there were several records broken, including a new maximum travel distance of 87.5 inches on a single wind-up.
High School Student Council is currently holding their Blanket Drive to benefit the patients of the Janet Weis Children's Hospital and AGAPE. This year, by popular demand, we are expanding our efforts to include Squishmallows as well. Blankets and Squishmallows, whether store bought or handmade, need to be brand new. To best protect the young patients, you are asked to tie your donation in a plastic bag and keep it away from dust and pets. Donations can be dropped off in Miss Stine's classroom or in the High School Office through Thursday, December 12th.
This is the 9th year of our drive, and as a school community we have donated over 1,500 blankets. Our Student Council is hopeful you can support our cause and help brighten the holidays for those less fortunate! ❄️🎅🏻🎁
Thanksgiving Spirit Week continued yesterday with Twin Day. Upcoming theme days include Thankful Thursday, Farmer Friday, Mindful Monday, and Touchdown Tuesday (see the schedule for more details). Get ready for more photos in the coming days as our Tigers show their Thanksgiving spirit! 🦃🐯🍂
On November 6 and 7, Southern Columbia students participated in the Columbia-Montour County Choir held at Benton High School. Students had to audition against their peers to earn the opportunity to perform on Thursday evening to a sold-out crowd. Congrats to all involved! You make SCA proud! 🐯🎶
Pictured: Kemilyn Hill, Alasia Gaines, Sadie Boucher, Kelsey Ambrose, Lilian Hinkle, Sarah Eyer, Saira Sodergren, Elijah Abdill, Ben Karnes
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED! If you or someone you know would be interested in being a Substitute Teacher, please visit www.scasd.us, click on the Employment tab for more information. You can also reach out to the District Office at (570) 356-2331. Come join the Tiger Team!
Congratulations to our 7th Grade Students of the Month:
Keyton Keefer - Social Studies
Atalie Major - ELA
Lincoln Barnette - Science
Aubrey Compton - Math
Congratulations to the following Field Hockey players who have been named 2024 PHAC All-Stars:
1st Team Defense - Vivien Miller
2nd Team Forward - Haley Conner
Thanks to Varsity Club for the graphics!
The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 6:30 PM - Curriculum Committee, 7:00 PM - School Board Meeting. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel.
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1niTWcnXZg8
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Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DAZLF5564B3C
To celebrate American Enterprise Day, FBLA students taught first graders about quarters and dimes through discussion questions. The students then "purchased" little prizes using the provided money. 🪙
In a thrilling showdown under the lights at Tiger Stadium last evening, the End Zone Divas triumphed over the Declaration of Interceptions by a score of 12-7 in the annual Powderpuff Football game. Minna Shingara scored the decisive touchdown with under a minute left to issue the Divas' proclamation of scoreboard separation. Kailee Helwig also dazzled for the Divas, catching a touchdown pass and securing an interception in the win. 🏈
Thanksgiving Spirit Week will begin on Monday for all three schools. Showcase your Thanksgiving enthusiasm by participating during each of the seven days leading up to Thanksgiving break! 🦃🍂
Tomorrow's Breakfast at SCA MS/HS will be Chocolate Chip Muffin INSTEAD of the Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Croissant (which has been moved to November 21).
🏈The Southern Columbia Varsity Club will be hosting the annual Powderpuff Game featuring members of the 9th - 12th grade classes. The game will be held on Thursday, November 14th at 6:30pm at Tiger Stadium. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children. Only cash will be accepted (no Hometown Ticketing Passes).
Yesterday, Kindergarten students received a special visit from two Army Cadets, including 2024 graduate Isaac Carter.
Sixth Grade recently had their First Marking Period celebration which concluded with a kickball tournament. In the championship game, the Orange Otters defeated the Yellow Yaks 5-4 in walk-off fashion. 🏆
The following students were chosen by the 6th Grade Team at Southern Columbia Middle School as SoCo Stars of the Month for October. 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 2024: Haley Hampton, Olivia Condron, Gianna Boone, and Rowan Hauer.
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Lat week, 4th Grade completed a STEM challenge where they created a waterwheel! 💧
The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 6:00 PM - Activities Committee, 6:30 PM - Policy Committee, 7:00 PM - Facilities/Finance Committee followed by a Special School Board Meeting. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel.
YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzEiQFo3ZAw
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High School Art Students are showing their appreciation for our veterans through their creative talents. Foundations of Art and 2D Design students made hand drawn placemats which will be used at today's dinner and then gifted to the veterans. 3D Design constructed a decorative piece that will be on display at the dinner. Happy Veterans Day!
