Today, our 3rd graders had the incredible opportunity to hear from four guest speakers in honor of Veterans Day. Each speaker shared their experiences and insights about serving in different branches of the U.S. military:
Cpl. David Noblit – United States Marine Corps
Josh Maciejewski – United States Navy
Dr. Crystal Gajkowski – United States Air Force
MSgt Andrew Gajkowski – United States Air Force
Thank you to these amazing veterans for inspiring our students and helping them understand the importance of service and sacrifice! ❤️💙
Cpl. David Noblit – United States Marine Corps
Josh Maciejewski – United States Navy
Dr. Crystal Gajkowski – United States Air Force
MSgt Andrew Gajkowski – United States Air Force
Thank you to these amazing veterans for inspiring our students and helping them understand the importance of service and sacrifice! ❤️💙
First grader Avery Mowery started her week by reading to Mrs. Sharrow's Kindergarten class. This was a special reward she chose for her positive behavior.
What an inspiring way to kick off the day. Way to go, Avery! 🐾💛
What an inspiring way to kick off the day. Way to go, Avery! 🐾💛
🍦Sweet Success in Miss Haines' Class! 🍦
Big smiles all around! Miss Haines' kindergartners filled their Smiley Jar (whole class behavior incentive) by showing kindness, teamwork, and awesome classroom behavior. They earned a super fun ice cream party to celebrate!
These kiddos have been working hard, making great choices, and spreading positivity every day. Miss Haines is so proud of them for showing what it means to be respectful, responsible, and ready to learn! Way to go, kindergarten! 🐯👏
Big smiles all around! Miss Haines' kindergartners filled their Smiley Jar (whole class behavior incentive) by showing kindness, teamwork, and awesome classroom behavior. They earned a super fun ice cream party to celebrate!
These kiddos have been working hard, making great choices, and spreading positivity every day. Miss Haines is so proud of them for showing what it means to be respectful, responsible, and ready to learn! Way to go, kindergarten! 🐯👏
Mrs. Hower’s 3rd Grade class made new friends with Mrs. Ziegert’s 1st Grade class during a heartwarming collaboration yesterday. Together, the students created “Hands of Friendship,” a colorful symbol of connection and kindness, and took turns reading stories to one another. It was a joyful celebration of creativity, literacy, and new friendships! 📚
🐅Tiger Team Bonding🍂
Mrs. Diehl’s and Mrs. Sharrow’s 4th grade classes went on a leaf hunt and then created leaf rubbings together. Students, both “young and old," enjoyed spending time getting to know one another and helping to build a friendly, connected school community.
Yesterday, 5th Grade students visited the elementary building to pair up with 2nd Grade students for a fun afternoon of Pumpkinology. Working in groups, students completed a variety of pumpkin-related predictions and experiments. These included testing whether pumpkins of different sizes would sink or float, using their senses to smell, touch, and taste pumpkin, and measuring the height and circumference of their pumpkins. All students, big and small, had a great time working together with their pumpkins. 🎃
Kindness Across Campuses
A big thank you to Chase Compton, Grady Garcia, Braylin Smith, and Jacob Gehret from Mr. Rarig's High School Woodshop class. These talented students crafted beautiful wooden blocks for the kindergarteners in Mrs. Ivey's class, and the younger students are absolutely loving them.
The surprise brought smiles and excitement to the classroom. It's inspiring to see such a meaningful connection between our high school and elementary students. Your creativity and kindness have made a lasting impact.
A big thank you to Chase Compton, Grady Garcia, Braylin Smith, and Jacob Gehret from Mr. Rarig's High School Woodshop class. These talented students crafted beautiful wooden blocks for the kindergarteners in Mrs. Ivey's class, and the younger students are absolutely loving them.
The surprise brought smiles and excitement to the classroom. It's inspiring to see such a meaningful connection between our high school and elementary students. Your creativity and kindness have made a lasting impact.
🏀 Tiger Youth Basketball signups are now open for students in grades K–6. Don’t miss the chance to join the fun and build skills on the court. Registration closes November 10. See the attachment for more details.
Students participated in a fun, whole-group speech activity for Halloween with Mrs. Huntington and Mrs. Deljanovan today. They selected their own pumpkins, communicated their color choices, and painted them. Students also worked together to decorate additional pumpkins, which are now proudly displayed outside the elementary building to show support for our sports teams as they head into the playoffs! 🎃
Yesterday, Second Grade had the opportunity to visit Rohrbach's Farm for their fall field trip. Classes learned about different varieties of gourds, apples, and pumpkins. Students picked their own pumpkin from the field and ended the day playing in the playland area. It was a fun and rewarding day for all! 🍎🍂
❄️ Snowball Dance Location Update! ❄️
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Snowball Dance will now be held in the High School Cafeteria instead of the Old Gym. The date and time remain the same—just a new spot for all the winter fun! Please use the Old Gym Lobby doors to enter and exit. We can’t wait to see everyone there, dressed to impress and ready to dance the night away! Please remember to hand your permission forms in by November 12th.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Snowball Dance will now be held in the High School Cafeteria instead of the Old Gym. The date and time remain the same—just a new spot for all the winter fun! Please use the Old Gym Lobby doors to enter and exit. We can’t wait to see everyone there, dressed to impress and ready to dance the night away! Please remember to hand your permission forms in by November 12th.
Each day this week during Morning Meeting, Kindergarten classes explored the emotion of JOY using our new SEL resource, Schoolbeat! Students had a blast creating lists of things that bring them joy, and now it’s your turn!
💛 Take a moment to think of three things that bring you joy.🖤
Share them in the comments below. We’d love to hear what makes you smile! 😊
💛 Take a moment to think of three things that bring you joy.🖤
Share them in the comments below. We’d love to hear what makes you smile! 😊
Mrs. Madden’s First Grade class had a blast visiting the bookmobile! The students were full of smiles as they explored new stories and discovered exciting adventures waiting to be read. 📚🚐
Congratulations to Kaylee Henninger, our Citizen of the Month! Kaylee was nominated by Ms. Sharrow for being a model student, consistently following school rules, and always showing kindness to others. We’re proud to celebrate her positive impact in our school community! 🌟
🏫 It’s been a busy start to the school year, but we’re finally taking a moment to spotlight five incredible new educators who joined Southern Columbia this fall! Each one brings something special to our Tiger community, and we’re excited for you to get to know them.
📝 Journalism staff member Abigail Apichell connected with the newcomers to learn more about their backgrounds, passions, and what drives them in the classroom. Check out the graphics to discover what makes each of these educators a great addition to our team!
📝 Journalism staff member Abigail Apichell connected with the newcomers to learn more about their backgrounds, passions, and what drives them in the classroom. Check out the graphics to discover what makes each of these educators a great addition to our team!
Curious about girls wrestling?
Join us in the High School Wrestling Room on October 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM for an introductory session! This event is open to all girls in grades K–12 who want to learn more and give wrestling a try.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to tpowell@scasd.us.
Join us in the High School Wrestling Room on October 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM for an introductory session! This event is open to all girls in grades K–12 who want to learn more and give wrestling a try.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to tpowell@scasd.us.
The High School Student Council is thrilled to invite you to our annual Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 23rd, from 6:00–7:30 PM! Join us for a festive evening filled with decorated trunks, sweet treats, and plenty of Halloween fun. Check out the flyer for all the details! 🎃👻🦇
First responders visited G.C. Hartman Elementary School on Wednesday to educate students about fire prevention and safety. The visit was an engaging experience, as firefighters, EMS, and police officers demonstrated essential safety procedures and explained the importance of being prepared in case of a fire emergency. They showed the students how to stop, drop, and roll, as well as the proper way to exit a building safely. The highlight of the visit was when the students got a chance to see a fire truck up close and learn about the equipment used in firefighting. The event was both educational and exciting, helping students understand the critical role of first responders in their community.
Contributor: Abigail Apichell, Journalism Staff Member.
On Friday, the elementary school hosted its annual Fall Festival. During this event, students in the Art Club, Student Council, and National Honor Society volunteered at the event. Students from the Art Club painted faces, while students from Student Council and National Honor Society managed the games. Students enjoyed being able to help with this because it allowed them to make memories with others in their school community. Student Council advisor Miss Stine believes helping with this event is important because "The three pillars of Student Council are spirit, social, and service, so it is important for Student Council to serve others in our school community."
Contributors: Brooke Knorr, Kylee Henry, and Karlene Wiehe, Journalism Staff Members
Contributors: Brooke Knorr, Kylee Henry, and Karlene Wiehe, Journalism Staff Members
❄️ 3rd and 4th Grade: You're Invited to the Snowball Dance! ❄️
The Class of 2027 is excited to host a fun-filled evening for all 3rd and 4th graders! Join us for music, dancing, snacks, wintery fun, and more at the Snowball Dance!
🗓 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
📍 Location: Old Gym at the High School
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Get ready to dress your best and dance the night away! Permission slips and more information will be sent home next week, so please keep an eye out!
✨ Please RSVP by November 14! "
The Class of 2027 is excited to host a fun-filled evening for all 3rd and 4th graders! Join us for music, dancing, snacks, wintery fun, and more at the Snowball Dance!
🗓 Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
📍 Location: Old Gym at the High School
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Get ready to dress your best and dance the night away! Permission slips and more information will be sent home next week, so please keep an eye out!
✨ Please RSVP by November 14! "
