Using the engineering design process, students are creating a durable, functional solution for safely drying and organizing beakers, test tubes, and other lab equipment. Throughout the project, they are applying advanced skills in measuring, cutting, joinery, and finishing while producing a professional-quality product with a real purpose.
By collaborating with a real client and addressing an authentic classroom need, students gain valuable experience in problem-solving, craftsmanship, and project design while supporting another academic program within our school.
Congratulations to the following Southern Columbia seniors who have been selected to represent the Class of 2027 on this year’s Homecoming Court!
Front Row: Haydon Brandon, Destiny Deeter, Makenna Golden, Kylee Henry, Addison Rarig, and Audrey Reuter
Back Row: Levi Everitt, Jake Gehret, Ayden Hockenbroch, Blaise Kissinger, Jace Malakoski, and Chase Williams
The Homecoming King will be crowned at the Homecoming Pep Rally on Friday, September 25th. The Homecoming Queen will be crowned prior to the varsity football game against Central Columbia on Friday, September 25th.
Congratulations to all of our Homecoming Court members!
This is a reminder to order your yearbook today! Friday, September 18, is the final day of our Back-to-School offer. By ordering now, you can secure the lowest yearbook price of the year.
Families who add personalization can also receive FREE icons by using promo code YBKICONS at checkout.
Our yearbook staffs are working hard to create books filled with memorable moments from throughout the school year. Don't miss the opportunity to reserve a copy for your student.
🔗 Order Here:
• High School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1045481/SOUTHERN-COLUMBIA-AREA-HIGH-SCHOOL/2027-Yearbook/2026081304310117399/CATALOG_SHOP
• Middle School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1756583/Southern-Columbia-Middle-School/2027-Yearbook/2026081304252514799/CATALOG_SHOP/#
• Elementary School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1144189/G-C-Hartman-Elementary-School/2027-Yearbook/2026080704340204357/CATALOG_SHOP
All orders and payment (CASH) are due in a labeled envelope to the Elementary, Middle, or High School Office by Wednesday, September 30.
Order here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pADd28JZBW
As student interest grows, the district hopes to develop competitive archery opportunities that will allow students to participate in regional and state NASP competitions while building focus, discipline, confidence, and sportsmanship.
During their visit, high school students presented information about the American eel's life cycle, habitat, and migration journey, and led the preschoolers in a hands-on activity to construct their own eels.
Throughout the school year, both high school and preschool students will care for and learn about their eels, gaining hands-on experience with aquatic ecosystems and conservation. In May, the eels will be released into their natural habitat, completing this unique learning journey.
The Student Support Team is proud to sponsor a Suicide Prevention Awareness T-Shirt Fundraiser in support of Southern Columbia's SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere) Club. This year's design is a more subtle, school spirit-inspired shirt that promotes the important message of hope, resilience, and mental wellness. Proceeds from all shirt sales will benefit our SAVE Club and help fund future student wellness initiatives, awareness activities, and events throughout the school year.
Although the shirts will not arrive until October 6, we still felt it was important to provide our school community with the opportunity to participate in this meaningful cause. Once the shirts arrive, we will announce a designated day in October for students and staff to wear them together in support of suicide prevention awareness and mental health.
To order a shirt, please visit:
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/suicide-prevention-t-shirts-soco?utm_campaign=desktop-post-launch-v3&utm_content=suicide-prevention-t shirtssoco&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link
Thank you for supporting our students and helping us foster a culture of connection, kindness, and wellness at Southern Columbia. Together, we can make a difference and remind those around us that they are never alone.
Sincerely,
The Student Support Team Southern Columbia Area School District
We're inviting family, friends, and community members to volunteer at our upcoming district wide Career Fair! Share your experiences, answer questions, and help students explore future careers. Together, we can inspire tomorrow's workforce!
When: Friday, October 16, 2026
Rain Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 9:00am
Sign Up Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026
We welcome all interested volunteers; however, not everyone may be selected due to limited space. Please be sure your required clearances are up to date before volunteering or be willing to obtain them prior to the event.
Please click on this link for more details and to complete the interest form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/BLG6XH8LSa
Each year, Southern Columbia High School proudly honors our veterans through a special luncheon and assembly held on Veterans Day. A highlight of this celebration is our slideshow, which recognizes and pays tribute to all SCA alumni who have served or are currently serving in the military. Over the years, this presentation has grown tremendously, now honoring more than 150 veterans, spanning graduates from the Class of 1941 to the Class of 2025. This project has been many years in the making, and while it continues to grow, many of our slides have become outdated. To ensure that our tribute remains accurate and up to date, we are asking all SCA alumni who have served, or relatives of those who have served, to complete the form at the link below. This will help us keep our records current so we can continue to properly honor our SCA veterans.
Please fill out the form even if you (or your relative) are already included in our presentation. Upon completion of this survey, you will be contacted about submitting a photo.
If you have any questions, please contact Jerid Lindenmuth at jlindenmuth@scasd.us or Jennifer Stine at jenstine@scasd.us. Thank you for helping us continue this proud tradition of honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.
Form Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ExPF2RLz1kuoc4nEncUdfR_3fRMGx55GiAmQ8so4kiZUNU5JRjc4NlNINDk2Vk5TVkFZN1FGVlVPNS4u&route=shorturl
The yearbooks are currently at their lowest prices of the year, but this special pricing is only available through September 18!
🔗 Order Here:
• High School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1045481/SOUTHERN-COLUMBIA-AREA-HIGH-SCHOOL/2027-Yearbook/2026081304310117399/CATALOG_SHOP
• Middle School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1756583/Southern-Columbia-Middle-School/2027-Yearbook/2026081304252514799/CATALOG_SHOP/#
• Elementary School: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1144189/G-C-Hartman-Elementary-School/2027-Yearbook/2026080704340204357/CATALOG_SHOP
Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for your continued support as we begin a new year together.
We’re proud to see their talent and creativity recognized. Take a minute to watch their featured vignettes and join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor.
🎥 Watch here: https://www.wvia.org/learn/artist-of-the-week
