This morning, the Adventure Sports class welcomed Shane Casey, a 2017 SCA graduate, who returned to speak with students about the upcoming trout season. Shane shared valuable information on safety, wildlife management, and effective fishing techniques, with a focus on applying those skills to the freshly stocked stream on campus. As a strong supporter of giving back, Shane spoke about the role the school played in developing him into the professional he is today. Students were excited to connect with an alumnus who knows the local area and could help enhance both their fishing skills and overall knowledge of the sport. 🎣
4 days ago, Ryan Mensch
fishing
fishing
fishing
fishing
fishingfishing
Another year, another collaborative project completed by the HS Art Club to help beautify our hallways. For this piece, a single image was divided into 25 squares, with each member responsible for completing one square using their medium of choice. The finished artwork reflects strong teamwork and creativity and is now displayed outside the band room entrance. What should they do next year? 🎨
4 days ago, Ryan Mensch
collaboration
collaboration
Students in Ms. Charlton's Anatomy class explored lung function yesterday by measuring their own lung capacity with balloons. They compared tidal capacity, the air we normally breathe in and out, to vital capacity, the maximum amount our lungs can hold. This was hands‑on anatomy at its best! 🫁
5 days ago, Ryan Mensch
lungs
lungs
πŸ₯£From Lesson to Ladle! πŸ₯£

Students in Cooking on Your Own 2 have been learning the principles behind making soups, stews, and sauces. They put their skills to the test by preparing chicken noodle and broccoli cheddar soup. Soup‑erb work!
6 days ago, Ryan Mensch
souper
souper
souper
Each year, the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU) allows two student artworks from our school district to be submitted for inclusion in its Student Art Repository, showcased at the central office in Montandon.

We are proud to announce that Sadie Boucher and Alasia Gaines were selected as this year’s winners! They will be honored at a reception in May and will each receive a monetary award.

Congratulations to Sadie and Alasia! 🎨
6 days ago, Ryan Mensch
artwork
artwork
Huge congratulations to the SCA Encore program on their incredible production of Sister Act! With 2 out of 3 nights sold out, it’s safe to say the show had everyone saying β€œhallelujah!” 🎭🎬

Contributor: Karlene Wiehe, Journalism Staff Member
7 days ago, Ryan Mensch
encore show
encore show
encore show
encore show

Today, our FFA Forestry Wildlife, Aquatics, and Soils Team delivered an outstanding performance at the competition held at the Montour Preserve. They placed 3rd overall in Wildlife and 2nd overall in the Soils competition out of 24 teams.

Adviser, Miss Yoder, noted, "I am very proud of this team. They put a lot of hard work and effort into preparing for the competition, and we're excited for what's to come." 🌲🦌🌿

10 days ago, Ryan Mensch
forestry
Our CSO STEM Officer, Declan McGinley, successfully completed his action plan by bringing science to life with our 6th grade students through homemade ice cream! Students explored key scientific concepts like states of matter, heat transfer, and freezing point depression while creating a delicious treat.

This hands-on experience not only made learning fun, but helped students truly understand the β€œwhy” behind the process. Moments like these inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for STEM. 🍨
11 days ago, Ryan Mensch
ice cream
ice cream
ice cream
ice cream
Tickets are going fast for this year's ENCORE production of Sister Act! One must "act" quickly and get their tickets now! You won't want to miss this show and these talented actors and actresses!

🎟️Order your tickets here: https://our.show/t14ljcnsbd
14 days ago, Ryan Mensch
sister act
Lunch on Wednesday, March 25 will now be Turkey Noodle Soup instead of Chicken Noodle Soup. All other menus will remain the same. Thank you!
17 days ago, John Rosselli
This week in Science Club…

Students received an inside look at the advanced science courses that will be offered at SCA next year and collaborated to design creative new decorations for our class pet. 🦎🎨

We are incredibly proud of this group for combining creativity with scientific curiosity. We can’t wait to showcase their work in the future! πŸ”¬
19 days ago, Ryan Mensch
science club
science club
science club
🏫Don't Miss Out! Early College Meeting Tonight!

πŸ“…March 18 in the HS Auditorium at 5:30pm

Are you a current sophomore or junior who is thinking about the possibility of taking an early college class next school year? Then this meeting is for YOU!

This mandatory meeting is for current sophomores and juniors, and their parents, who are considering taking any early college classes during the 2026-2027 school year.

🌟BONUS: Meet our 3 University Partners!

Get the info & explore your options at Commonwealth, LCCC and Lackawanna!
19 days ago, Ryan Mensch
college meeting
This morning, FFA members visited Kindergarten classrooms to assist with activities and engage with students. The visit provided an opportunity for the younger students to learn more about agricultural education and interact with positive role models from our high school program.

Students were especially excited to try on an official FFA jacket, which gave them a closer look at the organization and its traditions.
21 days ago, Ryan Mensch
FFA
FFA
FFA
Southern Columbia FFA participated in the Farmers Care event with the PA Farm Bureau! Our chapter donated $508 to the Ronald McDonald House of Danville, PA. Together, the event raised more than $25,000. 🌽
24 days ago, Ryan Mensch
FFA
FFA
FFA
FFA
Congratulations to all of our student‑athlete signees!

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have led you to this moment. We are proud of everything you’ve accomplished and excited to see the impact you’ll make at the next level. Best of luck in your academic and athletic journeys.

Maddison Yost will attend Saint Francis University to major in Chemistry with a concentration in Forensics and play varsity softball. From left to right: mother – Melissa Fisher; athlete – Maddison Yost; father – Rich Yost; standing – Head Coach Tim Benner.

Brayden Andrews will be attending Misericordia University to continue his academic and athletic career. He will be majoring in Physical Therapy and playing football. Sitting left to right: Father Allan Andrews, Brayden Andrews, Mother Heather Andrews. Standing: Coach Jim Roth.

Vivien Miller will be attending Lebanon Valley College to play field hockey and major in Physical Therapy. Pictured: Mother Debbie Miller, Vivien Miller, past coach Tricia Hoffman; top row – coaches Cassie Shultz and Morgan Millard.

Rowen Humphrey, a senior at Southern Columbia, will be continuing his athletic and academic career at Pennsylvania College of Technology. He will be wrestling in the fall of 2026 for the Wildcats, an NCAA Division III team. Rowen will be enrolled in their Manufacturing Engineering program. Supporting him are his father Joe Humphrey, Rowen Humphrey, mother Sherry Humphrey, and sister Reese Humphrey. Coaches: Blake Marks, Stevie Toczylousky, Wes Tillet, and Chase Tillet.

Braydon Griscavage will continue his academic and athletic career at Misericordia University, majoring in Business in the Pre–Doctor of Physical Therapy Program while also playing on the Men’s Basketball Team. Sitting left to right: Maddie Griscavage, Braydon Griscavage, Alli Griscavage. Standing left to right: Brian Griscavage, Sue Griscavage.

Ethan Reed will continue his academic and athletic career as a member of the Track and Field Team at USMA West Point, majoring in Chemical Engineering. Sitting left to right: Jason Reed, Jennifer Reed, Ethan Reed, Riley Reed.
Standing left to right: Ryan Boyer, Tom Donlan, Tyler Arnold, Troy Donlan.

Michaela Williams will continue her academic career at Juniata College, majoring in Pre Med, and will also play women’s soccer. Seated left to right: Father Michael Williams, Michaela Williams, mother Michele Richards, brother Michael Williams.
Back row left to right: Assistant Coach Mackenzie Palacz, Head Coach Jen Stine, Assistant Coach Derek Stine.

Ben Gehret will attend Juniata College, majoring in Business, and will continue his athletic career playing soccer. Seated left to right: brother Jake Gehret, mother Nikki Gehret, Ben Gehret, father Jeremy Gehret. Standing left to right: Assistant Coach Dave Hall, Head Coach Eric Roberts, Assistant Coach Casey Savitski. Missing from picture: sister Loren Gehret.

Nathan Gallagher has committed to play basketball and will be attending Juniata College to major in Finance with a minor in Sports Analytics. Seated left to right: brother Connor, father Scott, Nathan, mother Cynthia Roadarmel, and stepfather Nate Roadarmel. Standing left to right: Joe Britto from 25th Hour and Team PA, Assistant Coach Jack McCloskey, Head Coach Mike Woytowich, and Assistant Coach Casey Savitski.

Talon Piatt is headed to Misericordia University to major in Business Marketing and play football. Seated left to right: Jacob Piatt, brother Jaxten Piatt, and mother Erica Piatt.
24 days ago, Ryan Mensch
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
athletes
Students in Mr. Deljanovan’s Adventure Sports class joined alumnus and Conservation Officer Shane Casey to help stock local waterways yesterday. Working primarily along Roaring Creek, the class assisted the Conservation team in placing hundreds of Rainbow, Brook, Brown, and Golden Trout into the streams. Throughout the trip, students also learned how the fish are raised, managed, and prepared for stocking as part of ongoing conservation efforts. 🎣
25 days ago, Ryan Mensch
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
stocking fish
Even though spring hasn’t officially arrived just yet, our high school art students helped us get ready for the season. Yesterday, they brightened the cafeteria by painting the windows with cheerful, spring‑inspired designs. From early blooms to vibrant seasonal scenes, their artwork brings a warm hint of what’s to come.

A big thank‑you to our talented student artists for sharing their creativity. Be sure to stop by the cafeteria to enjoy their work! πŸͺ»πŸŒΈ
25 days ago, Ryan Mensch
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
window painting
Congratulations to the girls’ basketball team as they head to the state quarterfinals this Friday! They will face Mountain View at 5:30 PM at Wilkes-Barre Area. We encourage everyone to come out and show their support. Let’s fill the stands and cheer them on! πŸ€

Because of the game, the Student/Staff basketball game originally scheduled for Friday is being postponed so that our school community can rally behind the girls. Another message will be sent with the new date for the Student/Staff game as soon as it is determined. πŸ€
25 days ago, Ryan Mensch
basketball
Students in Mrs. Becker's Office Applications class recently built a "Lucky Charms Database" to store information about the types of charms found in a bag of Lucky Charms cereal. With the help of their student teachers, Miss Andrews and Mr. Chapman, students used Microsoft Access to set up and enter data in a database, query that data, and summarize their findings. Some of the characteristics students recorded included the shape of the charm, its primary and secondary color, size, quantity in bag and taste. Students then enjoyed a St. Patrick's Day snack at the end of class.πŸ€
26 days ago, Ryan Mensch
lucky charms
lucky charms
lucky charms
lucky charms
lucky charms
lucky charms
We received so many awesome photos from Hunter’s Jersey Day that we just had to share a few more! Thank you to everyone who participated and supported such a meaningful cause. πŸ–€πŸ’› #HuntersJerseyDay26
28 days ago, Ryan Mensch
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY
JERSEY DAY