High School

✨ Prom 2026: Red Carpet Rendezvous ✨

It’s time to dress to impress and step into the spotlight! 🌟

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026

🎬 Promenade
📍 Southern Columbia Area High School New Gymnasium
🕠 5:00 PM

💃 Prom
📍 Route 61 Events
1437 PA-61, Sunbury, PA 17801
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Roll out the red carpet and get ready for a night of glam, style, and unforgettable memories. 🎟️✨

Formal invitations will be released shortly, so keep an eye out… you won’t want to miss this star-studded evening!

From Wednesday of last week through Friday night, Issy Honabach, 12th grade, participated in the District 8 Band Festival held at the Towanda Area School District. Issy’s dedication and commitment to Southern Columbia’s music program are appreciated, and her hard work does not go unnoticed. We are proud of her efforts and of the many talented musicians representing our school. 🎵

In Mr. Johnston’s Speech and Debate class, students recently performed a mock trial about a civil dispute involving a school and a student who was forced to change an “offensive” political shirt and warned that there would be more serious consequences if it happened again. The student said that the incident, along with the bullying that followed, disrupted her education and caused her emotional distress, raising serious questions about whether her First Amendment rights had been violated.

Ms. Hoffman’s freshman Civics class served as the jury, listening carefully to both sides. The prosecution, made up of Mara Turner, Johnny Barnette, Emily Valencik, Mason Laubach, and Nick Briggs, argued that the school violated the student’s First Amendment rights of freedom of speech and opinion and did not properly address the bullying that occurred after the incident. On the other side, the defense team, Dillen Brassard, Larry Kittle, and Karley McHale, claimed that the school made a reasonable judgment call in asking the student to remove the shirt because it was causing a disruption in the classroom, and argued that the school could not address the bullying if they were never made aware it was happening.

Overseeing the trial was Judge Leah Fenstermacher, who kept order and made sure everyone followed courtroom procedures as the jury worked toward a decision. In the end, the jury sided with the prosecution, and the school was found guilty. 

Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern

🎶 Music Boosters Bingo! 🎶

Join us Saturday, February 7 for a fun afternoon of Bingo in support of our music program! 🎉

🗓️ Saturday, Feb. 7
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Bloomsburg Fire Department
📄 See flyer for full details

Graduation will be held at Susquehanna University this year, as Bloomsburg University is unavailable due to renovations.

The ceremony is tentatively scheduled for May 28. Please note that this date may need to change if adjustments to the school calendar are required due to additional snow days.

We will keep families informed of any updates as soon as they become available. 🎓

Please see the link below, or scan the QR code, if you’re interested in ordering High School Art Club apparel! All orders are due by Wednesday, February 25. 🗓️

🎨 Congratulations to Art Club member Hailey Gallup for creating the winning design!

Order here:

https://www.storessimple.com/academysportscenter/groupproducts.php?prodgroup_id=40400&prodgroupbypass=true

Track & Field sign-ups are happening right now! If you’re interested, be sure to check your school email for important information.

Congratulations to Rowen Humphrey on reaching 100 career wrestling wins. This milestone is a testament to his hard work, discipline, and relentless determination. Every match, every practice, and every challenge has contributed to this remarkable achievement.

Congratulations to the SCA Lady Tigers, your 2026 NCA High School Nationals Second Place winners and the recipients of the Best Tumbling award! The entire Southern Columbia community is proud of you! 📣🐾

Due to the week's closures and delays, the following lunch menu will be used at SCA High School/Middle School:

TODAY, 1-28-26: Build You Hot Dog:  Choice of Sauerkraut/Chili/Cheese; Steamed Green Beans, Sliced Pears
TOMORROW, 1-29-26:  Meatloaf w/ WG Dinner Roll; Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy; Mandarin Oranges
FRIDAY, 1-30-26:  Detroit Style Pepperoni Pizza; Broccoli w/ Cheese Sauce; Ruby Applesauce

The Southern Columbia Girls Basketball team continues to push through mid-season, working hard and staying focused on teamwork, strong defense, and making every possession count. The energy is high as they aim to secure their spot in the postseason. 🏀

Throughout the season, the girls have faced tough opponents, yet still secured several big wins, including victories over Mount Carmel, Danville, and Shamokin. Their hard work is truly paying off as they attempt to finish the regular season strong.

Contributor: Kayelle Laubach, Journalism Staff Member

Photos Courtesy of Noah Hockenbroch and VSN

We are excited to begin preparations for our Senior Annual Awards Ceremony, tentatively scheduled for the last week of May. This event celebrates our hardworking seniors and the generosity of our scholarship sponsors.

To make the process easier this year, we are collecting scholarship information through a Microsoft Form. Whether your scholarship is new or offered annually, we appreciate you taking a moment to complete the form so we can ensure all details are accurate. A follow-up form will be sent closer to the ceremony to collect recipient names and award amounts.

Southern Columbia's Annual Awards Ceremony:

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfe4cNjiWfWpBrSN5-Nv0hV5UQVVPTVVMRkVEMjhNNFFKMVk5TlY5S1hHSC4u&route=shorturl

Please Complete by: February 20,2026

Thank you to all of our sponsors for your continued support in helping our seniors achieve their dreams!

The Southern Columbia Boys Basketball team continues to gain momentum, improving to 11–3 overall after a big win on Tuesday against Hughesville. The Tigers remain in second place in the Heartland III Conference and are positioning themselves well heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The Tigers have been strong on both ends of the court, combining tough defense with balanced scoring. With playoffs nearing, the Tigers will look to carry their momentum forward and finish the regular season strong as they prepare for postseason play. 🏀

Contributor: Cullen McGinley, Journalism Staff Member

Photos courtesy of VSN and Noah Hockenbroch

Michaela Williams has qualified for District Orchestra and will be auditioning for Regional Orchestra this Thursday and Friday. The auditions will take place during the day at Bloomsburg University, followed by a concert at Bloomsburg University on Friday night. We are proud of her hard work and dedication, and we wish her the best of luck! 🎵

Our Adventure Sports class took advantage of the winter weather with cross‑country skiing right on campus! Students learned the basics of both traditional and kick‑and‑glide skiing while experiencing an activity they can enjoy for a lifetime. This served as a great way to stay active, learn new skills, and embrace the outdoors. ⛷️❄️

Last evening, for the first time under one roof, our junior high and varsity girls’ wrestlers faced off against Muncy. Our Lady Tigers made history this season by becoming the first-ever Southern Columbia Girls Wrestling Team.

Our school is incredibly proud of our new girls’ wrestling team and the hard work, dedication, and trailblazing spirit they bring to the mat!

Tomorrow, January 15, the Soup/Sandwich Line at SCA HS/MS will not be open due to staffing shortage. A la carte snack offerings will be sold from the main kitchen area. Normal service will resume on Friday, January 16. Thank you for your understanding.

Congratulations to Senior Sadie Boucher for participating in District 8 Choir at Susquehanna University. Out of 22 singers, Sadie placed 8th and will be moving on to Regional Choir in February. You make Southern proud!

Contributor: Karlene Wiehe, Journalism Staff Member