We invite all local business and industry leaders, parents, educators, and community members to attend the upcoming Local Advisory Committee meeting for Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Southern Columbia Area High School on Monday, November 20, 2023, at 6:45 PM in the Southern Columbia Area High School Library, located at 812 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA. Your involvement and input are crucial in shaping the future of CTE programs in our district.
Agenda Highlights:
-Review of current CTE programs and their impact
-Updates on program growth and development
-Opportunities for community partnerships
-Program Expansion
-Open Discussion
Why Attend? Participating in this committee meeting provides a platform to:
-Influence the direction of CTE in our school district
-Learn about the latest developments in CTE education
-Share your valuable insights and perspectives
Your engagement is vital in ensuring that our CTE programs continue to meet the needs of our students and align with industry standards.
Pictured are the winners of the Family and Consumer Sciences carved and painted pumpkin contests. Child development students were tasked with painting a pumpkin based on a children's book. Students in foods classes were tasked with using their knife skills to carve a pumpkin. Pumpkins were voted on at the SCA Trunk or Treat night.
The third installment of "Together We're Tigers" takes us to the high school.
Standing (Left to Right)
Alec Sharrow: Technology Support Specialist in his 1st year at SCA
Kristen Vitkauskas: High School Science Teacher 27 years in education and 22 years at SCA
Dean Brewer: Physics Teacher with 32 years in education and 30 years at SCA
Andrea Borys: World Language Teacher with 20 years in education and 11 years at SCA
Linn Robinson: Spanish Teacher with 22 years in education and 19 years at SCA
Seated (Left to Right)
Richard Roughton: Technology Education Teacher and Cooperative Education Coordinator with 15 years in education and 4 years at SCA
Shannon Troutman: Mathematics Teacher with 29 years in education and 26 years at SCA
Maria Nunkester: Mathematics Department Head and HS Math Teacher with 29 years in education and 27 years at SCA
Tina Kistler: High School Math Teacher with 27 years in education and 23 years at SCA
Friday was a music-filled night here in Tiger Nation! The Music Department had so many things to celebrate on Friday at the football game. First, we celebrated our three Seniors: Sophia Boucher, Ethan Rush, and Patrick Lobos. We then had the combined 5-12th Grade Choir and Alumni Choir, made up of 85 people, singing the National Anthem. Finally, we had a loud and proud alumni band night. We even had guest conductors helping our drum major, Saira Sodergren! We all had a blast. Thank you to everyone who came out.
Over the next couple of months, we will be posting a feature called "Together We’re Tigers" in an effort to celebrate our wonderful faculty and staff. We are very fortunate to have these hard-working individuals serving our community. Here is our first group:
Back Row (Left to Right)
Becky Blass: Paraprofessional with 23 years at SCA.
Janae Semian: Elementary Admin Assistant with 5 years at SCA.
Paula Wittenrich: Paraprofessional with 25 years at SCA.
Front Row (Left to Right)
Lindy Gaul: 1st Grade Teacher with 12 years in education and 7 years at SCA.
Stacey Hockenbroch: 1st Grade Teacher with 17 years in education and 8 years at SCA.
Abbie Ziegert: 2nd Grade Teacher with 16 years in education and 3 years at SCA.
Shelley Pfirman: 3rd Grade Teacher with 30 years in education and 25 years at SCA.
Six FBLA students attended the Kalahari State Leadership Workshop. Students had the opportunity to attend impactful workshops, learn more about competitive events, and network.
We have very talented art students who are always up to something creative. Follow the High School Art Room's Instagram to see the day-to-day happenings in the art room.
https://www.instagram.com/scahs_art/
Happy Halloween! 🎃
The Field Hockey team's service project this season involved raising money for the PA Breast Cancer Coalition. Money was raised by a T-shirt sale and bake sale. The final tally was $601.35. The team also participated in Trunk or Treat on Thursday.
On Thursday evening, the Southern Columbia High School Student Council sponsored the 4th annual Trunk or Treat. Thank you to all of the clubs, groups, and sports teams that made it a huge success! This event was able to provide a fun and safe Halloween activity to over 600 kids! 🎃 👻
Some of the Bocce Ball players attended the Youth Summit in Lewisburg yesterday. The theme was “Join the Ride Unified.” The players teamed up to build their own roller coasters. They were judged on speed, height, and creativity. Southern Columbia took 1st place in speed!
Congratulations to Sadie Boucher, Kemilyn Hill, Saira Sodergren, and Ben Karnes! These students participated in District Choir auditions this past Sunday at Williamsport High School. They have been practicing since the beginning of the school year and their hard work paid off. You can catch them in concert at Montoursville Area High School from January 24-26.
Our G.C. Hartman Elementary School is constantly being rewarded for their PAWsitive behavior! Third Grade receives Paw Points when students exhibit great qualities of being a leader, team player, and for being respectful to others. Responsible students who go above and beyond, in and out of the classroom, are also rewarded. Once a month, students are able to “cash in” their Paw Points for certain awards from the Paw Points Store.
Contributor: MolliLyn Petro, Journalism Staff Member
Art Club members participated in a region-wide window painting contest with Mrs. Roulin yesterday. The event was hosted by The Exchange in Bloomsburg. You can find their paintings at Sean Black's State Farm Insurance Agency, Main Street, Bloomsburg through the end of October. It was a wonderful day for our student artists!
The Tiger News crew recently got into the fall spirit with seasonal decorations. Members of the crew can also be seen directing, producing, and filming the newscast behind the scenes. You can watch Tiger News every weekday at 8:08 AM with at this link: https://www.scasd.us/page/tiger-news
Contributor: Jon Patterson, Journalism Staff Member
On Friday, October 13, several students competed against Montgomery Area in WVIA's Scholastic Scrimmage. Though they did not triumph over Montgomery, they gained a valuable learning experience and had fun in the process. The team hopes to recruit some younger players in the coming years to bring themselves to victory.
On Friday, October 13, eight high school students attended the AiM HI Event at Geisinger in Danville. The students rotated through five presentations that focused on different parts of the health care system. The students had the opportunity to meet professionals in the fields of nursing, sports medicine, infectious disease, interventional radiology, and GHP health services.
Congratulations to the following students who have been named Student of the Month for September:
Freshman – Rachel Cerciello-Roberts
Rachel is an extremely hardworking student. She challenges herself daily and exceeds classroom expectations in return. She shows a tremendous amount of respect towards her peers and teachers. Her display of maturity, kindness, good work ethic, and attention to detail goes unmatched. We are very fortunate to have Rachel join our tiger community this school year!
Sophomore – Lola Cecco
Lola is the perfect example of trustworthiness and loyalty. She has been trusted by staff and coaches to be a leader at our school. She is a positive role model in our school and is always prepared in the classroom. Lola leads by example during class. She is always engaged in the lesson, strives to do her best on every assignment and shows enthusiasm for the subject. Lola's attitude and behavior at all times makes her a person that everyone can trust and rely on.
Junior – Todd Brosious
Todd continuously exudes a positive attitude toward tasks and school in general. He is always pleasant, has a great sense of humor, and is kind to others. Todd's behavior is commendable, and he serves as a positive role model for his peers. He is very respectful to other and keeps an open mind. Todd is always willing to lend a hand when needed. He is involved in clubs and organizations at Southern, which help him be the leader he is today.
Senior – Anesa Brown
Anesa is always smiling and goes out of her way to help others in and out of class. In the classroom, Anesa is respectful, responsible, and determined to do her best. She is a wonderful peer role model and student leader. She is the president for the very active and impactful student group SAVE, co-ops for two different elementary classrooms and maintains her own academics. Anesa is a warm, welcoming member of our Tiger family to all students.
Foundations of Art students are enjoying the opportunity to work three-dimensionally with clay. Their coil pots are coming along beautifully.
Parents/Guardians of Sophomores and Juniors,
Your student has the opportunity to take the PSAT/NMSQT, which will be held on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The cost is $16 in the form of a check or money order. Please use the link below to register. Registrations need to be received by the end of the school day on Monday, October 16th.
https://forms.office.com/r/gieaEtmwGc
If you have any questions, please contact the HS Guidance Office.
Thank you,
Mrs. Andrews & Mrs. Sellers
What a great start to the year for the 2023 Tiger Marching Band! Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. McWilliams, the music program has been flourishing, with numbers growing greatly for the first time in over five years. From a Disney trip at the end of last school year, to a Philadelphia Orchestra trip coming up, the band has been keeping busy and having a blast making friends and growing closer to one another. The band also has had a new class pet edition: four goldfish that they won on their trip to the Bloomsburg Fair. The band students took up a collection of money in order to purchase all of the necessary supplies needed to keep the fish in the band room. The band welcomes any students that are interested in joining to come check it out!
Contributor: Saira Sodergren, Journalism Staff Member
