High School

❄️The Southern Columbia High School Student Council will be hosting the “12 Days of Holidays” beginning Monday, December 8th! 🎄All students and staff across the district are encouraged to join in the fun by participating in the daily themed dress-up days. 🎁

Southern Columbia Area students swept the competition at the PA VFW District 14 contest for both the Voice of Democracy Essay/Speech and Patriots' Pen Essay, sponsored locally by VFW Post 8306 in Catawissa. Declan McGinley, 11th grade, won the Voice of Democracy, and Levi Race, 8th grade, won the Patriots' Pen. This year’s theme was: “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?” Both Declan and Levi will now compete at the state level, with winners announced at the Department of PA VFW Mid-Winter Conference held in Gettysburg in January.

Picture #1: Commander Mark Schlieder, Reagan Kusnerick, Shilow Welkom, Levi Race, and Gary Roberts, Sr. Vice

Picture #2: Commander Mark Schlieder, Declan McGinley, Emily Valencik, Leah Fenstermacher, and Gary Roberts, Sr. Vice

Southern Columbia offers students a Child Development class where they explore how children grow and learn, focusing on key stages of development, influential factors, and the role of family and community. Students in Mrs. Zysset’s class recently gained hands-on experience by working with students in Miss Hunter’s and Mrs. Madden’s classrooms. Child Development students assisted elementary students with math problems, fun art projects, and reading books.

Contributor: Brooke Knorr, Journalism Staff Member

SCA Junior Chase Compton showed incredible craftsmanship and school pride by creating a stunning wooden American flag. Chase presented this handmade piece to the Southern Columbia Police Department as a gesture of gratitude and respect. Thank you, Chase, for your talent and dedication to honoring those who serve our community!

🏈 STATE SEMIFINAL SHOWDOWN! 🏈

Lansdale Catholic (12-2) vs. Southern Columbia (13-1)

📍 Lehighton High School – 1000 Union St, Lehighton, PA 18235
📅 Friday, Nov. 28
🕖 Kickoff at 7 PM, Gates open at 5:30 PM
✅ Southern Columbia is the HOME team
🚗 Parking for easier access to the bleachers will be available in the High School & Elementary School lots.
🚫 No TV or live stream. Be there in person to cheer on the Tigers!

A win sends our Tigers to the PIAA 2A State Championship Game! 🖤💛 Let’s pack the stands and show that Tiger Pride! 🐅

Mr. Deljanovan's Sports Performance class recently had an engaging session with Coach Richard Alexander from Bucknell University. Coach Alexander shared his extensive experience as a college athlete, a coach of multiple Division I athletes, and a Paralympian. He answered insightful questions from students and provided a fresh perspective on athletics beyond just track and field. Currently serving as Associate Head Coach, Richard has been a part of Bucknell’s coaching staff for the past 15 seasons.

The Southern Columbia High School Student Council will be hosting its 12th Annual Blanket and Squishmallow Drive during the holiday season to benefit patients at the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital and other local charities. All blankets and Squishmallows, whether purchased or handmade, must be brand new. To help protect the recipients, please place your donation in a plastic bag and keep it free from dust and debris.

Donations can be dropped off in Miss Jen Stine’s classroom or in the High School Office beginning Tuesday, November 25th. The drive will conclude on Tuesday, December 16th, and donations will be delivered on the 17th. This timeline allows the Student Council to sort, organize, and prepare all items for delivery.

This marks the 12th year of our drive, and thanks to the generosity of our school community, we have donated over 1,500 blankets to date. Our Student Council hopes you will support this year’s effort and help brighten the holidays for those in need. If you would like to participate but are not local or cannot drop off a donation, please consider contributing through our Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2DX8OVO1CMTO5?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_EFX3B76YKFEDQ5DACRQQ_1
Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity!

FBLA and other business-minded students had the opportunity to attend Penn State University Park for a tour of the Smeal College of Business today. After enjoying lunch and Creamery ice cream, students received an admissions presentation and a tour of the College of Business. They had the opportunity to ask questions to current students pursuing majors in business. 

Today, the Contemporary Issues class had the privilege of hearing from Officer Lane and Officer Demko as they explored Pennsylvania gun laws in connection with a lesson on the Second Amendment.

Students gathered real-world information on Pennsylvania firearm regulations to prepare for a group activity: drafting a new piece of legislation for Pennsylvania dealing with firearms.

Congratulations to the newly inducted National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society members. National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society members are recognized for upholding the four pillars of the National Honor Society- scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Congrats to the following field hockey players on earning PHAC All-Star honors:

⭐️ 1st Team Midfield: Vivien Miller
⭐️ 2nd Team Midfield: Kymber Bozza
⭐️ 2nd Team Defense: Reagan Shaffer
⭐️ Honorable Mention: Lainey Jones

Great work and well deserved! 🏑👏

Congratulations to the following Boys Soccer players who have been named PHAC All Stars:

🏆 Division 2 MVP
• Ben Gehret

⭐ First Team
• Jake Gehret – Forward
• Ben Gehret – Midfield

⭐ Second Team
• Thomas Bender – Midfield
• Cullen McGinley – Defense

⭐ Third Team
• Kole Myers – Forward
• Ethan Reed – Keeper

⭐ Honorable Mention
• Jett Kline


Celebrate the team’s historic run through the state playoffs with a commemorative t-shirt or sweatshirt!

Show your support and grab yours today using the link below:

👉 https://clubhousecustomapparel.chipply.com/scaboyssoccer/?action=viewall

🦃 Thanksgiving Spirit Week Starts Wednesday! 🦃

Get ready to show your Tiger pride and celebrate the season of gratitude! Our district-wide Spirit Week kicks off this Wednesday with fun themes each day leading up to Thanksgiving break. Check out the graphic for all the details and start planning your outfits. Let’s make this week festive and full of school spirit!

FBLA and the History Department teamed up to collect donations for local food banks. Students and staff donated hundreds of items such as peanut butter, canned foods, and pasta. A big thanks to the Weis Corporation for their donation towards our efforts and Isabella Slusser for securing those donations and helping run the food drive. 

Students in Mrs. Long's American history class, Mr. Lindenmuth's AP European history class, and Mr. Johnson's drama production class went to Danville High School to watch the Diary of Anne Frank play this morning. This was directed by Southern's own Mr. Aubyn Johnson. Through this insightful and emotional play, students learned more about the Holocaust and the story of the Frank family. 

Community Collaboration at Its Best!

Vista West Development needed a new sign after the old one began to deteriorate, and our talented students stepped up! The Advanced Woodshop class crafted a beautiful new sign, while the High School Art Club added the finishing touches by painting the letters. This project is a perfect example of creativity, teamwork, and pride in our community. Great job, Tigers! 🪚🐾🖌️

On November 4th and 5th, Owen Eyer, Sadie Boucher, Lillian Hinkle, and Alasia Gaines participated in the County Chorus. Each of these students earned their spot by auditioning against talented peers from other local schools, securing the opportunity to perform in this concert. Congratulations to them on this outstanding achievement. 🎶

Contributor: Karlene Wiehe, Journalism Staff Member

This fall, the Tigers Girls’ Soccer team delivered an outstanding season. They earned the title of district runner-up, showcasing exceptional skill and teamwork while setting a high bar for future players. Building on that success, the team advanced to the state tournament quarterfinals. They closed the season with an impressive 18-5-0 record.

A huge congratulations to our Girls Soccer players who earned PHAC All-Star honors this season!

⭐️First Team⭐️
Forward: Kailee Helwig
Midfield: Kennadie Reamer
Defense: Harper Thompson
Goalkeeper: Rosie Martino

⭐️Second Team⭐️
Forward: Macie Swank
Forward: Alyssa Conner
Midfield: Olivia Jones

⭐️Honorable Mention⭐️
Lola Cecco
Michaela Williams

We are proud of these players and their teammates for everything they accomplished this season! 🖤⚽️💛

Contributor: Kayelle Laubach, Journalism Staff Member

The High School recently hosted a moving Fields of Flags Fundraiser in support of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), transforming the front lawn into a powerful display of patriotism and gratitude. Coordinated and run by the History Department in partnership with the History Club, the event featured over 700 flags carefully placed to honor the sacrifices of veterans. The project was spearheaded by Mr. Lindenmuth and brought to life through the dedication of students Nicholas Briggs, Jake Scherer, William Victory, Jonathan Davis, Declan McGinley, and Connor Knorr, whose efforts created a striking visual tribute while raising awareness and support for those who have served.

The Tigers Boys Soccer team made history this fall, capturing their first District Championship in 20 years and earning the program’s first-ever win in the state playoffs. Riding the momentum of that championship victory, they went on to achieve another milestone, marking yet another historic moment for the program. This unforgettable season was a testament to the dedication of the players and coaches. With these accomplishments, the Tigers have set a new standard and inspired future teams to keep building on their success.

Contributor: Cullen McGinley, Journalism Staff Member