Southern Columbia Area School District

Fifth Grade science students recently created DIY lava lamps to practice working safely in a science environment.

"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!

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.

Amanda Strocko has experienced significant successes during her time in FBLA. This past school year, she won a competitive election to become Vice President of Region 7. She placed first in Business Ethics at the regional level, and 4th at the state level, qualifying her for Nationals. At Nationals, she placed 3rd in the nation in Business Ethics and first in her capstone project on water quality, earning her the $5,000 prize. She also has earned a Keystone Leadership Award and was accepted into the Business Honor Society this past school year. SCA is proud of you, Amanda!

The first day might have been exhausting, but not for these Tigers. The band spent the evening gearing up for Friday Night's game against Berwick!!

The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 6:30 PM – Curriculum Committee meeting. 7:00 PM - School Board. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel. YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch/Ku4dOb0KS-U Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUNldaUjlXV0xSUUZFQjdKSktHWUhFUzVFUCQlQCNjPTEu Board Docs: http://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CTUMUE5C7834

Dear SCASD Community, Our phone system is online as of 9:24 am on Monday, August 21, 2023. Thank you for your understanding and patience while the issue was resolved. We hope everyone has a great first day of the 2023-24 school year! SCASD

Dear SCASD Community, Our phone system is currently down at 8:49 am on Monday, August 21, 2023. We are working on a solution. For emergencies at this moment, for any building, please call 570-764-3983 to speak with a school staff member. We will post an update when fixed.

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. https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks#affiliate

The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 6:00 PM – Activities Committee meeting. 7:00 PM - Facilities/Finance Committee. The meetings will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel. YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HasID5gjDMc Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUOUNNRVVHTjFWNEtXMElKVkRNRTJBS1lVMSQlQCNjPTEu Board Docs: http://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CTWJ2T4B1D80

On Tuesday August 8th in the High School Auditorium High School Principal Mr. Henry Hynoski and Athletic Director Steve Pesarchick presented to the Student Athletes of SCA a presentation titled SCA Personal Conduct Series. The presentation focused on taking preemptive measures to limit exposure to hazing, implicit bias, and Social Media Conduct. Below is a link to the entire presentation. https://5il.co/21hf4

The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meeting this afternoon in the High School Library 4:00 PM – Special School Board meeting. The meeting will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel. YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-fXAYY6jX4 Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUN0VRR0w5U1VOVVAwNDNFOUo2NEZLV1A1TS4u Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/Public

SCA Summer STEM Camp family pics! Take 3

SCA Summer STEM Camp family pics! Take 2

SCA Summer STEM Camp family pics! Take 1

SCA Summer STEM Camp ended today! Thank you to Arconic Foundation for the grant to cover the camp. Thank you to all the parents and guardians who transported students back and forth! Thank you to the amazing teachers who worked hard to make STEM camp fun and educational!

The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library 7:00 PM - School Board meeting. The meeting will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel. YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/sV2cG6tGzh8 Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUMFpUSFFITVdLTE1TUE8xVTBTRk9RM1RDNy4u Board Docs: http://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CSUPLJ62DF0E

Lanny Conner Memorial 5k

Amanda Strocko, an upcoming senior, and Ryan Hricenak, a recent graduate, competed in Atlanta, Georgia at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) national conference. Both qualified for the national conference based on their outstanding performances at the state conference in April. Amanda placed third in the nation in her competitive event, Business Ethics! Amanda also placed first in the nation for her capstone project on water quality improvement. She won the grand $5,000 prize! SCA is so proud of both of these students' amazing accomplishments.

The SCASD Board of Directors will hold the following meetings this evening in the High School Library: 7:00 PM – Special School Board meeting. The meeting will be live streamed on the SCASD YouTube Channel. YouTube Live Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBHIs4YULkc Public Comment Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfSXUdVnc_dFDgog_y0gYe4hUNENTRjc1R0hROUhUNkxYMkJQR1dXMlBDOS4u Board Docs: https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/scol/Board.nsf/Public?open&id=policies