Back in the fall, Mr. Williams and Mr. Roth took their science and geography classes down to the lower campus, and landscaper Justin Ulanoski, of Native Creations, spent the day explaining to their classes a new plan that they had to add some trees and plants to the school’s property.
The native trees, berry bushes and pollinator meadows on our lower campus and behind the Elementary school are now showing great progress. Everything appears to be getting well established and thriving. The plantings were designed to reduce soil erosion, lessen the effects of flooding, provide food for humans and animals, take carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, add oxygen to the atmosphere, and provide habitat for animals. When Mr. Williams recently visited the area to take some photos, he saw a red fox, turkey vulture and a white tail doe on the lower campus, all within five minutes of each other.
Hopefully, in the future, students will be able to pick and eat blueberries, service berries, elderberries and other fruits off the trees. Maybe our pollinator meadows will help struggling honeybee and butterfly populations. Our lower campus may eventually see the benefits of reduced flooding and the resultant damage. Only time will tell, but the early results are promising.
The following students were chosen by 8th grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as SoCo Stars for the month of May. 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!
Top Row: Rachael Mummey, Emma Kittle
Bottom Row: Braydon Griscavage, Trent Golden
G.C. Hartman Elementary Center recently announced Fourth Grade Students of the Month for April. From left are, Lincoln Barnette, Ciara Earnest, Atalie Major, and Keyton Keefer. Students are selected based on character, leadership, academic performance and positive behavior.
The following students were chosen by the sixth-grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as May's 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!
May 2022: Ellen Mika, Max Novak, Savannah Wydra, and Karlee Taylor
The following students were chosen by the 8th grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as SoCo Stars of the month for April 2022. 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!
Reagan Dorman, Madalyn Levan, Rowan Humphrey, Isabelle Baylor
Students in Mrs. Hockenbroch’s class had a campout in their classroom to celebrate excellent behavior. Students learned about animals, nature, and camping throughout the week and ended the week with a campout. They had multiple guest readers come to read around the fire.
On the boys side, Jake Rose won 2 gold medals in the 110 high hurdles and 300 hurdles, defending his championships from last year. Jake also added a 3rd place medal in the long jump. This earned Jake 26 total points for a 2nd place overall team finish this season.
Kate Moncavage won the girls AA 800 meter championship, becoming the first girl in school history to win a gold medal at the State Championships.
5th grade science students in Mrs. Lupold's class dissected a plant stem to observe xylem.
"On to States!" The SCA Boys and Girls Varsity Track & Field team get ready to leave campus to compete at the PIAA State Track & Field Championships at Shippensburg University. Go Tigers!
Throughout the month of May, students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade have been enjoying story time through music and movement with our Librarian, Mrs. Kane-Gilger, during library class. Attached are first graders from Mrs. Schu's class.
Mr. Lindenmuth's Contemporary Issues class had a guest speaker to talk about anthracite coal and surface mining on Thursday March 26th. Dale Lindenmuth, Superintendent of Blaschak Coal, discussed the anthracite coal in our region and it uses as an energy source during the classes' unit on Global Climate Change.
Students in Mr. Roughton's Advanced Woodworking class built a custom bookshelf for Dwell Orphan Care in Bloomsburg. They also donated laser engraved glasses and tumblers for door prizes for their upcoming golf tournament.
Seniors wore attire of their soon-to-be colleges to school today. Senior Finals will begin tomorrow and conclude on Thursday, June 2. Graduation will take place on Monday, June 6 at Tiger Stadium.
Students in Mrs. Hower's third grade class said goodbye to their high school helper, Miss Emma! They will miss her very much!! Good luck Miss Emma Herrold!
Being the "Teacher Assistant" is a VERY important Kindergarten job in Mrs. Sharrow's class!
The following 7th grade students placed in the Columbia County Conservation District's Annual Earth Day Poster Contest! From left to right: Destiny Deeter (Honorable Mention), Audrey Reuter (Honorable Mention), Lauren Hauer (3rd Place), Leah Fenstermacher (5th Place), and Kiera Wargo (4th Place). Congratulations!
Students in Mr. Kelchner's 8th grade Science classes recently built and launched model rockets as part of their study of the history and technology of human space flight. After assembling their rockets, they spray painted them, and then had a day of rocket launches where their goal was a successful flight, parachute deployment, and recovery. It was a great way to wrap up the year by having a blast!
On Saturday May 21st the Class of 2022 help their last graduation practice. As a final farewell, the seniors were treated to a catered meal. Thank you to Tom Waltman and Son of a Butcher for an outstanding meal.
Congratulations to SCA Senior Dylan Kramer on winning the 2022 First Columbia Bank Teen Star Competition.
The following students were chosen by sixth grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as May 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!
Alexis Richardson-Powlus,Samantha Cronin Lila Shirk, Levi Bartilomo
