5th grade students learn the meaning of Christmas by wrapping gifts they bought at the holiday shop for a special person in their lives.
In Mrs. Bloom's and Mr. Visnosky's social studies classes, students have been learning about the first civilization, Ancient Mesopotamia. After learning about the first writing system ever recorded, cuneiform, they were able to experience how they wrote using what they had learned. They all agree that without this writing system, we wouldn't be able to write today!
Bye Bye Birdie auditions are tonight at 5 pm in the auditorium. Please contact Miss Holtzman with any questions!
Have you ordered your 2023 Yearbook yet? If not, visit the link below and search for your school(s) of choice. Books for G.C. Hartman Elementary, Southern Columbia Middle School, and Southern Columbia High School can all be ordered from the same site.
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks#affiliate
Due to the incoming weather, the holiday concert will be tonight for the High School music ensembles at 7 PM in the High School auditorium!
This is a message regarding the Angel Network Christmas gift pick-up. If school is canceled or delayed on Friday, December 16, the gift pick-up will be moved to Monday, December 19, from 10 am until noon. Thank you.
New members of the National Honor Society and the National Junior Honor Society were inducted in a ceremony on Tuesday evening. Congratulations to all new inductees!
5th graders enjoyed their AR pizza party this week. Students needed to earn at least 20 points during the first marking period to qualify for the party.
The following students were chosen by Fifth Grade Staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as November SoCo Stars of the Month. These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
November 2022: Bobby Jones and Tori Haupt
Dr. Cindy Reck, Bloomsburg University Chemistry Professor and SCA parent, visited Mr. Roth's 7th grade science class to do some hands (and mouths)-on chemistry. Students learned about food chemistry, emulsions, and fermentation and got to taste some of the products of their experiments.
The following students were chosen by the sixth-grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as November's SoCo Stars of the Month. These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
The Tech Ed Club is selling black and gold leather ornaments for $5.00 each. Stop in the High School office to see them on display and pick yours up today!
Congratulations to our Girls Soccer Team for qualifying for the State Final on Friday, Nov 18, at 10AM at Eagle View MS, Mechanicsburg. There will be no school on Friday to allow students & staff to attend the game. Make-up day will be Feb 17. Best of luck girls! Bring home gold!
Southern Columbia Area School District is accepting applications for a Head Girls Track and Field Coach for the 2022-2023 school year. Visit the Employment page of the District website for more information and for instructions on how to apply.
The following students were chosen by the Sixth Grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as October's Stars of the Month. These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
October 2022: Noah Hockenbroch, Nathan Kreisher, Owen Eyer, and Zoe Swank
7th Grade Students of the Month
Jack Garrigan is the October ELA SOCO STAR of the month. Jack is always courteous and respectful in class. His leadership qualities shine through as he sets a strong example for his peers by consistently following class procedures.
Carter Mensch is the October Math SOCO STAR of the month. Carter is an exemplary student. He is always prepared for class and ready to learn. He has a great work ethic along with a terrific attitude/personality.
Garrett Pesarchick is the October Science SOCO STAR of the month. Garrett comes to science class with a smile on his face every day. His positive attitude and genuine interest in what we learn enhances the classroom experience for everyone.
Ethan Stahl is the October Geography SOCO STAR of the month. Ethan displays all of the qualities of a SOCO STAR. He is an incredibly hard worker and never lets anything stop him from reaching his goals.
The following students were chosen by eighth-grade staff at Southern Columbia Middle School SoCo Stars of the Month for October 2022. These students were chosen because they displayed self-control, tolerance, academic integrity, and resilience within the school setting. Congratulations to each student and their families!
Jace Malakoski, Aidyn McHale, Leah Fenstermacher, Lauren Hauer
6th Grade students celebrated just how sweet reading is with Dunkin Donuts and hot chocolate provided by SMART. To secure their place at this celebration, students had to earn 25 or more AR points by the end of the first marking period.
The following students were chosen by Fifth Grade Staff at Southern Columbia Middle School as October SoCo Stars of the Month. These students were chosen because they have displayed self-control, integrity, and resilience within the classroom. Congratulations to Malania Harmon and Will Visnosky!
Thanksgiving Spirit Week will take place November 14-18. Please see the attached flyer and plan to participate!
