The following 5th Graders have been selected by Southern Columbia Middle School teachers as April SoCo Stars of the Month. 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!
April 2025: Danaca Rhodes, Nathan Rosko, Keira Stakoski and Korra Caligiuri
Students in Mrs. Becker's Accounting and Intro to Business classes celebrated Law Day at the Northumberland County Courthouse on Thursday, May 1st.
Students were able to sit in on a preliminary hearing for a murder trial and listened to several talks by various lawyers and judges.
The Southern Columbia Music Department is incredibly grateful for the recent donation of a beautiful Wurlitzer baby grand piano! We extend our heartfelt thanks to the piano movers, Mrs. Tammy Toczylousky for informing us about the piano, and Ms. Jane Evans for her generous donation. This piano belonged to Ms. Evans' mother, who always encouraged children to engage in the arts. We are deeply thankful, and the instrument has found a wonderful home here at Southern. Thank you to everyone involved for making this possible! 🎹
The Class of 2027 hosted a Prom for the Class of 2037 last week. It was a wonderful and exciting event for the Kindergarteners!
Yesterday, the Southern Music Department embarked on their annual Broadway trip to NYC! The group, consisting of active members from the choir and band, had the incredible opportunity to see Disney's "Aladdin." What a performance! Experiences like these are truly inspiring for our students. Additionally, they attended a workshop with members of the Broadway production, learning a song and dance from Aladdin. Join the music program to create these kinds of fun memories with us!
The following 6th Grade students were selected as April SoCo Stars of the Month! These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience. Congratulations to Ainsley Gajkowski, Isabella Karmilowicz, Giuliana Worhacz, and Jacob Long! We are SoCo proud!
This past weekend, student officers from SAVE attended the SAVE Sandy Hook Promise Summit in Philadelphia. They had the opportunity to present their own workshop on conflict management skills, sharing valuable insights and strategies with attendees. The summit was a vibrant gathering of passionate individuals dedicated to promoting safety and preventing violence. The students were inspired by the powerful speeches and the supportive community, making the experience both educational and memorable. Their participation not only showcased their leadership skills but also contributed to the ongoing efforts to create safer environments in schools and communities.
Students in Mrs. Brown’s 4th and 5th Grade Art classes teamed up with the Columbia County Family Center to take part in the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance’s "Painting for Prevention" campaign. This meaningful initiative raises awareness about child abuse prevention throughout the month of April, which is recognized nationwide as Child Abuse Prevention Month. To help spread the message beyond the classroom, students also brought home informational packets to share with their families.
The SCA Baseball Team will take on Mifflinburg on April 30th at 4:00 PM at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field in the city of Williamsport. The cost to attend the game is free. GO TIGERS!
🎉 SCA Track & Field Update 🎉
Congratulations to our amazing athletes for their outstanding performances at the Blue Mountain Invitational on Friday! 🏅
Boys:
🥇 John Quinton - 1st place, Shot Put, 48-7.5
🥈 Ethan Reed - 2nd place, Javelin, 174-5
🥈 Grady Garcia, Ben Gehret, Landon Rarig, Ethan Reed - 2nd place, 4x400m, 3:31.49
🥉 Jaden Carter - 3rd place, Shot Put, 44-6.25
Girls:
🥇 Linsey Donlan - 1st place, Discus, 111-8
🥈 Makenna Golden - 2nd place, Pole Vault, 9-6
🥉 Tatum Klebon - 3rd place, High Jump, 4-8m
🥉 Haley Conner - 3rd place, 3200m, 12:06.52
👏 Honorable Mentions:
Boys:
Jaden Carter, 4th place, Discus, 137-7
Aaron Leffler, 4th place, Javelin, 153-2
Ethan Reed, 5th place, Discus, 130-6
Grady Garcia, 6th place, 400m, 52.47
Girls:
O. Jones, L. Cecco, M. Shingara, M. Golden, 4th place, 4x100m relay, 52.71
Brook Charnosky, 4th place, Javelin, 106-5
Linsey Donlan, 4th place, Shot Put, 32-1.25
Lola Cecco, 5th place, Pole Vault, 8’PR!
Haley Conner, 5th place, 1600m, 5:36.20
Evelyn Staugaitis, 6th place, 100m Hurdles, 18.07
Lainey Jones, 7th place, 300m Hurdles, 53.19
Great job, everyone!
🎉 Congratulations to the Southern Columbia Prom Court! 🎉
Seniors:
Front Row: Kelsey Ambrose, Ava Bixler, Noelle Davis, Jillian Kehler, Gia Kramer, Siena Rovito, Back Row: Todd Brosious, Ethan Reidinger, Mick Shingara, Dylan Stine, Travis Wegrzynowicz, Missing from Photo: Jude Bremigen
Juniors:
Front Row: Katie Carl, Lola Cecco, Kylah Heath, Liana Murphy, Emma Potter, Leah Sheriff, Back Row: Braylon Feese, Ben Gehret, Braydon Griscavage, Caden Hopper, Rowen Humphrey, Parker Pesarchick
📅 Prom Details:
Date: May 3rd
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Route 61 Events
👑 Promenade:
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Charles Nesbit Gymnasium
*Crowning of Prom King, Queen, Prince, and Princess will take place at the conclusion of the promenade.
Southern Columbia's Promenade on Saturday, May 3, has been moved to 5:00 PM to accommodate more attendees. The doors will open at 4:30 PM. All prom-goers are requested to park between the elementary and high school buildings. All spectators are requested to use the high school parking lot. The crowning will take place at the culmination of Promenade. Prom will be hosted by Route 61 Events at 7:00 PM.
6th Grade students and their teachers kicked off the week with the annual 6th Grade PSSA Olympics. Each homeroom competed in four events: Hungry Hungry Hippos, Speed Shoe Box Skating, Scooter Bobsled Races, and Toilet Paper Hockey. Mr. Fegley's homeroom brought home the Gold Medal, while the teachers dominated the Hockey Championship for the third year in a row. Congratulations to all the competitors, and good luck this week!
The Childcare & Education class recently visited the Danville Child Development Center. Students had the opportunity to tour the center and gain hands-on observation experience. The Childcare & Education class is a required course for both the General Education and Early Education Career and Technical Education programs within the Family and Consumer Sciences department.
Elementary staff and students rocked the stage at our PSSA Idol celebration on Tuesday, boosting excitement for state testing! 🎤📚
The event was filled with energy and enthusiasm as teachers and students showcased their talents, from singing and dancing to creative performances. The auditorium buzzed with cheers and applause, creating a supportive and fun atmosphere. Students felt motivated and encouraged, knowing their hard work and preparation for the PSSA tests were being celebrated.
Teachers also enjoyed the opportunity to connect with students outside the classroom, fostering a sense of community and teamwork. The celebration not only aimed to reduce test anxiety but also to remind everyone that learning can be enjoyable and rewarding.
Overall, the PSSA Idol celebration was a memorable experience for all involved, leaving everyone feeling pumped and ready to tackle the state tests with confidence!
Congratulations to Rhylin Faus and Marlowe Schock for winning 1st Place in the American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Poster contest. Rhylin and Marlowe were winners at both the local level and at the 6 County Council. Both students were presented with a certificate and a monetary prize. Mrs. Brown is very proud of their hard work and would like to thank the 5th and 6th graders who entered. The poppy is a symbol of remembrance for our veterans. For those who wish to learn more, you can look up the poem "In Flanders Fields" by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF ATHLETES IN GRADES 6-11:
Free PIAA sports physicals will be held on Tuesday May 27, after school from 3pm to 6pm. This is the ONLY date available for free physicals.
After opening the link, please put in the athlete's SCASD email address to sign up. Healthy Roster paperwork will need to be filled out to receive a physical BUT will not be available to complete until May 1 when the program resets.
For new parents, email Alexcis ahower@scasd.us to request access to Healthy Roster.
https://outlook.office.com/owa/calendar/Gbfa59300e9614a97b95b9cdb2ad59149@scasd.us/bookings/
Meet our 8th Grade Stars for March! Left to right: Cheyenne Steiner - ELA, Lana Stank - History, Joseph Katch - Math, Ralen Ferrara - Science. These students have shown exceptional dedication and achievement in their subjects. Congratulations!
The 52nd Annual John Steiner Gold Mathematics Competition was held at Bucknell University on March 12. Mr. Brian Leslie accompanied eight students from SCA to compete against almost 150 students from 22 schools. The 2-hour exam, which prohibits the use of calculators, consisted of 36 challenging questions from many areas of mathematics. The overall mean score of all 151 students was 11 out of 36, while the median score was 8 out of 36; that shows the difficulty level of these questions.
The students from Southern Columbia who participated were Makayla Baylor, Joanna Chen, Aiden Eby, Braylon Feese, Josh Knoebel, Austin Shaffer, Mara Turner, and Will Victory. Southern's top scorer was Aiden Eby who received a certificate and a mathematics book as a gift.
The 53rd Annual John Steiner Gold Mathematics Competition will be held on March 11th, 2026.
Up next for our "Student Teacher Feature" is Miss. Daisy Bailey! She’s currently working alongside Mrs. Becker and Mr. Williams, gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. We’re proud to support passionate future educators like Daisy as they help shape the minds of the future. Learn more about her journey below! 📚✨
