Audrey Maciejewski, a 4th grader, developed a digital presentation and an interactive lesson on basic Spanish vocabulary for her independent project in the Gifted class. She presented the lesson to Mrs. Gaul's 1st Grade students, with the assistance of Paisley Major.


Gearing up for Valentine's Day! Students in the high school Relationships course spend one day a week rotating between the Kindergarten classes.Β This week they traveled to Mr. Hauer's class and made Valentine's Day headbands! π

SCA Class of 2025 presents the Sixth Annual DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE.
Girls residing in the Southern Columbia Area School District in K-5th grade are cordially invited to a magical evening of dance. Bring your dad or a special someone! Chinese auction and snack items will be available to purchase. Students will receive a voucher for one free snack and drink item.
Friday, February 28, 2025
6:00-7:30 pm in the High School Old Gymnasium
Tickets are $20 per couple and each additional daughter is $5.00. Advanced sales have taken place in homerooms, and payment/forms can be given to homeroom teachers or the elementary and middle school offices on or before February 14th. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Any questions, please reach out to Amber Trometter and Emily Zysset.

Students in Mrs. Sharrow's Kindergarten class worked together and had fun building structures with 100 cups on Day 100. Look at those proud smiles!Β 1οΈβ£0οΈβ£0οΈβ£


HAPPY DAY 100 from Kindergarten!! π

Ms. Merook's Second Grade class used fruit loops to practice the two sounds of "oo."



Ms. Merook's Second Grade class placed water balloons outside and created ice marbles as evidence of freezing temperatures.

First Grade, today your student brought home a math review. They will have their Topic 7 math test tomorrow. This review will help them with the test. Have a wonderful evening.
Mrs. Gaul
As we embark on the second half of the school year, it's the perfect time to secure your yearbook! Don't miss out on capturing the memories from any of our three schools. Click the link below to place your order today!
πhttps://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks#affiliateπ


Last week, 3rd Grade Science students visited the Middle School for a lab activity with 7th Grade helpers. They learned about microscopes, explored cells, and even observed their own cells under a microscope! π§ͺπ¬




Books for all three schools are currently on sale! Don't wait! Books are selling fast! π
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Purchase Below:
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our Kindergarten friends! βοΈπ
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We wish our student teachers the best of luck as they move forward in their teaching careers. Their hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication have made a positive impact, and we are excited to see the great things they will achieve in the future. Farewell and good luck on your next adventure! Southern Columbia looks forward to welcoming new student teachers in the spring, and our Journalism class is excited to continue to provide recognition of these aspiring educators! π―


With only 5.5 days left until Christmas break, excitement is building throughout the Southern Columbia Area School District! While students and staff eagerly anticipate the holidays, the focus on learning and community spirit remains strong.
Tomorrow's Spirit Day theme is "Mad with Plaid!" Everyone is encouraged to join in the fun by wearing their favorite flannel or going all out with plaid from head to toe. It's a wonderful way to bring festive cheer and unity to our school community.
We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our students and staff as we approach the holiday season. We wish everyone a joyful and productive final week before the break. Happy Holidays! π
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The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) organization is selling Knoebels' tickets. These tickets are $18 for a $20 pack. Discounts are offered if you buy four packs ($70 total) or eight packs ($138 total). These tickets will be given to you upon payment and make a great stocking stuffer! Please see/email Mrs. Long at clong@scasd.us if interested.Β ποΈ

Yesterday, the Knights of Columbus in Elysburg generously donated over 100 new winter coats to the elementaryΒ school.Β If your child needs a winter coat, please email Mr. Hauer at dhauer@scasd.us AND Mr. Romig at cromig@scasd.us and they will make sure your child gets one.Β Thank you very much to the Knights of Columbus of Elysburg for the coat donation and your continuous support of the Little Tiger Care Closet! βοΈ


As part of First Responders Day, students in Kindergarten through 4th Grade participated in a coloring contest sponsored by INJ Solutions. Winners received a pizza party for their class. π
Winners from each grade and Owner of INJ Solutions (Nathan Snyder) are in the picture below.
K-Michael Breskewicz (Mrs. Gessner)
1-Ellyette Fausey (Miss Sharrow)
2-Kinslee Flanagan (Mrs. Bloom)
3- Emma Brosius (Mrs. Spotts)
4- Emma Avellino (Mrs. Diehl)
Mrs. Gaul's class came back from break to a special visitor.Β They are excited to share their First Grade learning adventures with their new friend!Β Β βοΈ

On Tuesday, First Grade students read the book "Balloons Over Broadway," created their own balloons, and had a parade around the Elementary school. Β π
Meanwhile, Kindergarteners visited 4th Grade classrooms. While together, the younger students partnered with their older peers to read the "Thanksgiving Story Bracelet" and construct their own bracelets while following the directions in the story. π¦





In order to begin spreading Holiday Cheer, the Southern Columbia HS Student Council will be holding the "12Β DaysΒ ofΒ Holidays" beginning on Thursday, December 5. Β All students and staff are encouraged to participate in these dress upΒ days.Β Stay tuned for more holiday activities throughout the "12Β DaysΒ ofΒ Holidays"! π
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