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Yesterday, our Farm to Table and Ag Science I students explored the differences between several animal breeds through hands-on observation. Chickens, bunnies, a barn cat, and goats all made an appearance and helped bring the lesson to life.

Experiences like this build real-world agricultural understanding and give students authentic connections to the concepts they learn in class. Thank you to Andrews Acres for providing the animals for this activity! 🐓 🐐

During 11th period yesterday, Corporal Tobias and Trooper Beaver from the Pennsylvania State Police visited Mr. Dunn’s Criminal Justice I class for an engaging presentation on field sobriety testing and drug recognition.

Both officers are certified Drug Recognition Experts, and they provided students with firsthand insight into the skills, procedures, and responsibilities involved in identifying impaired drivers. Students asked great questions and gained valuable real‑world knowledge about law enforcement careers.

A big thank‑you to Corporal Tobias and Trooper Beaver for sharing their expertise!

📅 Save the Date!
🏀 Hunter’s Jersey Day: Friday, March 6

Join us in celebrating the legacy of Hunter Beck Reynolds and supporting the Hunter’s Heart & Hustle Foundation, a non‑profit honoring Hunter’s dedication as a student, athlete, and philanthropist. The Foundation helps student‑athletes across central Pennsylvania by providing shoes, equipment, participation fees, and more so they have the resources they need to succeed on and off the field.

More information on how each building will be supporting this cause will be shared in the coming days! 🖤💛

Last week, students in Agricultural Science II suited up in proper safety gear and got to work in the shop. They learned and applied essential safety procedures while practicing MIG welding on real projects. With each weld, they gained practical skill, confidence using the equipment, and a clear understanding of what it takes to work responsibly in an ag mechanics setting.

Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern

Last week our chapter was excited to welcome the PA FFA State Officers for a visit, where they led students through interactive workshops and activities. Their energy and leadership helped inspire students and promote the importance of agricultural education and FFA involvement. Thank you, Jaylene Everhart and Sam Parks, for joining us at Southern Columbia! 

Contributor: Maddison Yost, Print/Digital Media Intern

The lunch menu for the remainder of the week will follow the previously posted menu. Today, February 24, we will serve Orange Chicken, but the rest of the week will follow the posted menu.

Tomorrow, February 24, we will serve Orange Chicken with Seasoned Rice and various fruit and vegetable offerings. The lunch menus for the rest of the week will be adjusted based on product availability. More to come on this later. Thank you!!

Students in the 11th‑grade, third‑period Honors English class recently performed scenes from Death of a Salesman. They acted their hearts out each day and deserve recognition for their Academy Award–worthy performances! The students were Ander Zanella as Willy Loman, Chase Compton as Linda Loman, Aidyn McHale as Biff Loman, and Ayden Hockenbroch as Happy Loman. 🧾

Tickets for Sister Act are now available for the March 26-28 shows.

Buy your tickets here: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/12-1234567/6939733de236782714ea5cb1

Additionally, please see the flyer for details on Sunday's fundraiser event.

As always, thank you for your continued support!

Southern Student Finishes 6th at State Voice of Democracy Competition

Southern Columbia junior Declan McGinley finished 6th in the statewide “Voice of Democracy” speech/essay competition, sponsored locally by VFW Post 8306, Catawissa.

Declan competed against winners from 23 VFW Districts across Pennsylvania, with 193 VFW Posts and 1,760 total submissions considered. He received a $1,000 award, a commemorative jacket and backpack, and a tour of the Gettysburg Battleground.

This year’s theme was: “How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our Country?”

Congratulations, Declan!

Nate Gallagher reached a major milestone last night, scoring his 1,000th career point for the Southern Columbia boys basketball team.

The Tigers followed the achievement with a statement win, defeating Shamokin 69–58 in the PHAC semifinals. The victory sends the Tigers to their first-ever PHAC Championship appearance.

The Tigers (18–5) will face Lewisburg in tonight’s championship game. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. at Shikellamy High School.

Go Tigers!🏀

✨ 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.