🎄🎉 Middle School Student–Staff Challenge Fun! 🎉🎄
Our middle school students and staff wrapped up the day with an exciting Student–Staff Challenge, and it was full of energy, teamwork, and school spirit!
The 8th graders jumped out to an early lead and held it for quite a while, but in the end, the 7th graders rallied and came away as the overall winners. Along the way, students and staff played games, competed in relays, and cheered loudly for one another—teachers included!
It was the perfect way to end the day, filled with laughter, friendly competition, and just the right amount of holiday cheer. What a great day to be a Tiger! 🧡🐯
Our middle school students and staff wrapped up the day with an exciting Student–Staff Challenge, and it was full of energy, teamwork, and school spirit!
The 8th graders jumped out to an early lead and held it for quite a while, but in the end, the 7th graders rallied and came away as the overall winners. Along the way, students and staff played games, competed in relays, and cheered loudly for one another—teachers included!
It was the perfect way to end the day, filled with laughter, friendly competition, and just the right amount of holiday cheer. What a great day to be a Tiger! 🧡🐯
🏐🎉 Annual High School Volleyball Tournament Fun! 🎉🏐
Our annual High School Volleyball Tournament took place today, and once again it proved to be one of the most fun and memorable traditions for our students—both on the court and in the stands!
Students in grades 9–12 formed teams, recruited student coaches, designed team T-shirts, came up with creative team names, and battled it out until only one team was left standing. The energy, school spirit, and friendly competition made for an unforgettable day.
🏆 Congratulations to this year’s winners:
🥇 Deck the Volleyballs (made up primarily of our high school volleyball players)
🥈 Even Flow
🥉 Brandel & Co.
Thanks to everyone who participated and helped make this event such a favorite tradition at WL-S. What a great day to be a Tiger! 🧡🐯
Our annual High School Volleyball Tournament took place today, and once again it proved to be one of the most fun and memorable traditions for our students—both on the court and in the stands!
Students in grades 9–12 formed teams, recruited student coaches, designed team T-shirts, came up with creative team names, and battled it out until only one team was left standing. The energy, school spirit, and friendly competition made for an unforgettable day.
🏆 Congratulations to this year’s winners:
🥇 Deck the Volleyballs (made up primarily of our high school volleyball players)
🥈 Even Flow
🥉 Brandel & Co.
Thanks to everyone who participated and helped make this event such a favorite tradition at WL-S. What a great day to be a Tiger! 🧡🐯
Santa didn’t get all the attention this time… 👀🎄
The Grinch made a surprise appearance and stole the show! 💚 From mischievous smiles to plenty of laughs, he proved that even a little holiday troublemaker can add to the magic of the season.
Because let’s be honest—what’s Christmas without a little Grinchy fun? 😉🎄🎅🏻
🐯🤼♂️ RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE — THIS WEEKEND! 🤼♀️🐯
Things are heating up at home as we host our annual Rumble in the Jungle Wrestling Tournament!
🔥 Tonight (Friday) — Action kicks off at 5:00 PM with our Junior High wrestlers taking the mat.
🔥 Saturday — High School Boys bring the intensity.
🔥 Sunday — The weekend wraps up with our High School Girls competing on the mat.
Come out, bring the energy, and support our Tigers as the jungle comes alive this weekend! 🧡🐾
Go Tigers!
Things are heating up at home as we host our annual Rumble in the Jungle Wrestling Tournament!
🔥 Tonight (Friday) — Action kicks off at 5:00 PM with our Junior High wrestlers taking the mat.
🔥 Saturday — High School Boys bring the intensity.
🔥 Sunday — The weekend wraps up with our High School Girls competing on the mat.
Come out, bring the energy, and support our Tigers as the jungle comes alive this weekend! 🧡🐾
Go Tigers!
Hello families, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to roads getting slick this morning, we are going on a two-hour delay. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS and 9:45 for Elementary. thank you.
🎷🎶 Jazz Band Spreading the Joy of Music! 🎶🎷
Our High School Jazz Band recently visited Overfield School in Troy, Ohio, where they performed for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade.
Our jazz musicians broke into small groups to introduce the younger students to the different instruments in the band, helping them learn how each one contributes to the sound of jazz. They also performed several selections, giving the students a fun and engaging live music experience.
What a great opportunity to share a love of music, inspire future musicians, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride! 🧡🐯
Our High School Jazz Band recently visited Overfield School in Troy, Ohio, where they performed for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade.
Our jazz musicians broke into small groups to introduce the younger students to the different instruments in the band, helping them learn how each one contributes to the sound of jazz. They also performed several selections, giving the students a fun and engaging live music experience.
What a great opportunity to share a love of music, inspire future musicians, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride! 🧡🐯
🌽🎯 FFA Cornhole Tournament Fun! 🎯🌽
Our annual FFA Cornhole Tournament took place today during lunch and homeroom, and it did not disappoint! From friendly competition to lots of laughs, students enjoyed a fun break in the day while showing off their cornhole skills.
And of course, the tournament wouldn’t have been complete without a special guest appearance from Uncle Eddie—who definitely added to the fun and excitement! 😄
Thanks to our FFA students for keeping this tradition going and bringing some extra energy and fun to the school day! 🧡🐯
Our annual FFA Cornhole Tournament took place today during lunch and homeroom, and it did not disappoint! From friendly competition to lots of laughs, students enjoyed a fun break in the day while showing off their cornhole skills.
And of course, the tournament wouldn’t have been complete without a special guest appearance from Uncle Eddie—who definitely added to the fun and excitement! 😄
Thanks to our FFA students for keeping this tradition going and bringing some extra energy and fun to the school day! 🧡🐯
🎄🍬 Sweet Fun in Kindergarten! 🍬🎄
Our kindergarteners had the best time today making gingerbread houses! Working together in groups, they showed teamwork, creativity, and lots of smiles while decorating their perfect little houses.
We even had one student create a very special Hanukkah house, which was a fun way for students to learn about the different ways we all celebrate. 🕎💙
What a joyful, festive day filled with creativity, collaboration, and holiday cheer. Our kindergarten classes had such a fun time together! 🧡🐯
Our kindergarteners had the best time today making gingerbread houses! Working together in groups, they showed teamwork, creativity, and lots of smiles while decorating their perfect little houses.
We even had one student create a very special Hanukkah house, which was a fun way for students to learn about the different ways we all celebrate. 🕎💙
What a joyful, festive day filled with creativity, collaboration, and holiday cheer. Our kindergarten classes had such a fun time together! 🧡🐯
🐝📚 Fourth & Fifth Grade Spelling Bee Success! 📚🐝
Our elementary school hosted the annual 4th & 5th Grade Spelling Bee today, and it was a fantastic display of hard work, focus, and impressive vocabulary! We are so proud of all of our students who participated and represented their classrooms so well.
Congratulations to this year’s top spellers:
🏆 Winner: Kaylee Bumbalough (5th Grade)
🥈 Runner-Up: Alton Hess (5th Grade)
Great job to all of our spellers for taking on the challenge and to our teachers for continuing this wonderful academic tradition. Way to make us proud! 🧡🐯
Our elementary school hosted the annual 4th & 5th Grade Spelling Bee today, and it was a fantastic display of hard work, focus, and impressive vocabulary! We are so proud of all of our students who participated and represented their classrooms so well.
Congratulations to this year’s top spellers:
🏆 Winner: Kaylee Bumbalough (5th Grade)
🥈 Runner-Up: Alton Hess (5th Grade)
Great job to all of our spellers for taking on the challenge and to our teachers for continuing this wonderful academic tradition. Way to make us proud! 🧡🐯
Our Calculus class is proud to continue a meaningful holiday tradition—adopting a family for Christmas. ❤️🎄
From shopping with care to wrapping each gift with love, our students have poured their hearts into giving back. Now, they’re ready to deliver and help make the season a little brighter for a local family.
Thank you for always remembering the reason for the season and showing what it truly means to serve others. 🎁✨
From shopping with care to wrapping each gift with love, our students have poured their hearts into giving back. Now, they’re ready to deliver and help make the season a little brighter for a local family.
Thank you for always remembering the reason for the season and showing what it truly means to serve others. 🎁✨
🏗️ Tiger Strong Fieldhouse Update 🐅
Exciting progress continues at the Fieldhouse! All concrete has officially been poured, bar joists are in place, and roof decking will be going on soon—meaning we’ll be under roof before long! 🙌
The parapet is currently being framed, and the structure is really starting to take shape. Thank you to everyone who continues to support this incredible project for our students and community. Stay tuned and follow the WLS Athletic Boosters on Facebook for more updates, and ways you can support, as we keep moving forward!
Exciting progress continues at the Fieldhouse! All concrete has officially been poured, bar joists are in place, and roof decking will be going on soon—meaning we’ll be under roof before long! 🙌
The parapet is currently being framed, and the structure is really starting to take shape. Thank you to everyone who continues to support this incredible project for our students and community. Stay tuned and follow the WLS Athletic Boosters on Facebook for more updates, and ways you can support, as we keep moving forward!
🏈🐯🧡 Congratulations, Sam Strapp! 🧡🐯🏈
Please join us in congratulating Sam Strapp on being named All-Ohio Honorable Mention for the 2025 football season!
This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Sam’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence on and off the field. We’re proud of the effort he put in all season and the way he represented himself, his team, and the Tiger community.
Way to go, Sam! 🏆
🐯🧡🖤 Go Tigers!
Please join us in congratulating Sam Strapp on being named All-Ohio Honorable Mention for the 2025 football season!
This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Sam’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence on and off the field. We’re proud of the effort he put in all season and the way he represented himself, his team, and the Tiger community.
Way to go, Sam! 🏆
🐯🧡🖤 Go Tigers!
🌶️😄 When Curiosity Meets Community… and a LITTLE Heat! 😄🌶️
Today, a group of our fifth-grade guys found themselves deep in an important lunch-table debate: What is the hottest pepper in the world? 🤔🔥
So naturally… Mr. Hollar called in a real-life expert, our very own School Resource Officer, Deputy J! 👮♂️🌶️
Deputy J jumped right in, sharing some pepper knowledge and adding a little fun to the day. Mr. Hollar, our elementary principal, also joined the conversation because at WL-S, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door, sometimes it happens right at the lunch table.
Moments like these are a great reminder of what makes West Liberty-Salem special: relationships, curiosity, and laughter!
Thanks, Deputy J, for always being there for our students… and for bringing the heat when needed! 🐯🧡🖤
Today, a group of our fifth-grade guys found themselves deep in an important lunch-table debate: What is the hottest pepper in the world? 🤔🔥
So naturally… Mr. Hollar called in a real-life expert, our very own School Resource Officer, Deputy J! 👮♂️🌶️
Deputy J jumped right in, sharing some pepper knowledge and adding a little fun to the day. Mr. Hollar, our elementary principal, also joined the conversation because at WL-S, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door, sometimes it happens right at the lunch table.
Moments like these are a great reminder of what makes West Liberty-Salem special: relationships, curiosity, and laughter!
Thanks, Deputy J, for always being there for our students… and for bringing the heat when needed! 🐯🧡🖤
⚖️🐯 Mock Trial Tigers in Action! 🐯⚖️
Our West Liberty-Salem Mock Trial team participated in a virtual scrimmage with Edison High School today, gaining valuable experience in a competitive courtroom setting.
Mock Trial gives students the opportunity to step into the roles of attorneys and witnesses, where they build arguments, analyze evidence, think critically, and bring a case to life through strong public speaking and teamwork. During today’s scrimmage, our students argued their roles in State of Buckeye v. Morgan Remy, showcasing their preparation, confidence, and courtroom skills.
We’re proud of the hard work and dedication they put in—great job, team! 👏🧡🖤
Our West Liberty-Salem Mock Trial team participated in a virtual scrimmage with Edison High School today, gaining valuable experience in a competitive courtroom setting.
Mock Trial gives students the opportunity to step into the roles of attorneys and witnesses, where they build arguments, analyze evidence, think critically, and bring a case to life through strong public speaking and teamwork. During today’s scrimmage, our students argued their roles in State of Buckeye v. Morgan Remy, showcasing their preparation, confidence, and courtroom skills.
We’re proud of the hard work and dedication they put in—great job, team! 👏🧡🖤
🐯🏊♂️🧡 WEST LIBERTY-SALEM SWIMMING TIGERS RESULTS 🧡🏊♀️🐯
Our Tiger swimmers had an outstanding showing and made school history with a huge day in the pool!
🐯 West Liberty-Salem Boys Swimmers
James Brehm
• 50 Freestyle – 31.17 – 14th Place (7 pts)
• 100 Freestyle – 1:15.64 – 10th Place (7 pts)
Kam Hissong
• 200 Freestyle – 2:17.13 – 4th Place (15 pts)
• 100 Butterfly – 1:11.21 – 🥈 2nd Place (17 pts)
Carter Pratt
• 50 Freestyle – 31.98 – 16th Place (6 pts)
• 100 Breaststroke – 1:26.98 – 11th Place (6 pts)
Josiah Thoman
• 50 Freestyle – 32.32 – 17th Place
• 100 Backstroke – 1:32.92 – 10th Place (9 pts)
🚨 SCHOOL RECORD ALERT 🚨
🏆 200 Medley Relay – Pratt, Brehm, Hissong, Thoman
⏱ 2:19.49 – 5th Place (28 pts)
🏆 200 Freestyle Relay – Hissong, Pratt, Thoman, Brehm
⏱ 2:00.79 – 6th Place (26 pts)
⭐ History Made! For the first time ever, the boys' team had enough swimmers to compete in relays! With the addition of Brehm, Pratt, and Thoman, senior Kam Hissong finally had his relay squad — and they delivered in record-breaking fashion.
Team Champ scored an incredible 121 points, finishing 6th overall out of 12 teams!
🐯 West Liberty-Salem Ladies
Alexa Beard
• 200 Freestyle – 2:34.94 – 🥉 3rd Place (16 pts)
• 100 Freestyle – 1:10.61 – 7th Place
Alaina Caldwell
• 50 Freestyle – 33.29 – 20th Place (3 pts)
• 100 Backstroke – 1:32.28 – 13th Place (5 pts)
Lydia Schmidt
• 50 Freestyle – 29.27 – 6th Place (13 pts)
• 100 Butterfly – 1:20.14 – 🥉 3rd Place (16 pts)
The Lady Tigers and Team Champ came into Trotwood ready to compete, scoring 65 points and finishing 10th overall out of 15 teams.
🏊♂️ Up Next: Team Champ swims at the Butler Invitational at Wright State University on December 20th.
Best of luck to all our swimmers — we’re excited for a great season ahead!
🐯🧡🖤 GO TIGERS! 🖤🧡🐯
Our Tiger swimmers had an outstanding showing and made school history with a huge day in the pool!
🐯 West Liberty-Salem Boys Swimmers
James Brehm
• 50 Freestyle – 31.17 – 14th Place (7 pts)
• 100 Freestyle – 1:15.64 – 10th Place (7 pts)
Kam Hissong
• 200 Freestyle – 2:17.13 – 4th Place (15 pts)
• 100 Butterfly – 1:11.21 – 🥈 2nd Place (17 pts)
Carter Pratt
• 50 Freestyle – 31.98 – 16th Place (6 pts)
• 100 Breaststroke – 1:26.98 – 11th Place (6 pts)
Josiah Thoman
• 50 Freestyle – 32.32 – 17th Place
• 100 Backstroke – 1:32.92 – 10th Place (9 pts)
🚨 SCHOOL RECORD ALERT 🚨
🏆 200 Medley Relay – Pratt, Brehm, Hissong, Thoman
⏱ 2:19.49 – 5th Place (28 pts)
🏆 200 Freestyle Relay – Hissong, Pratt, Thoman, Brehm
⏱ 2:00.79 – 6th Place (26 pts)
⭐ History Made! For the first time ever, the boys' team had enough swimmers to compete in relays! With the addition of Brehm, Pratt, and Thoman, senior Kam Hissong finally had his relay squad — and they delivered in record-breaking fashion.
Team Champ scored an incredible 121 points, finishing 6th overall out of 12 teams!
🐯 West Liberty-Salem Ladies
Alexa Beard
• 200 Freestyle – 2:34.94 – 🥉 3rd Place (16 pts)
• 100 Freestyle – 1:10.61 – 7th Place
Alaina Caldwell
• 50 Freestyle – 33.29 – 20th Place (3 pts)
• 100 Backstroke – 1:32.28 – 13th Place (5 pts)
Lydia Schmidt
• 50 Freestyle – 29.27 – 6th Place (13 pts)
• 100 Butterfly – 1:20.14 – 🥉 3rd Place (16 pts)
The Lady Tigers and Team Champ came into Trotwood ready to compete, scoring 65 points and finishing 10th overall out of 15 teams.
🏊♂️ Up Next: Team Champ swims at the Butler Invitational at Wright State University on December 20th.
Best of luck to all our swimmers — we’re excited for a great season ahead!
🐯🧡🖤 GO TIGERS! 🖤🧡🐯
The lunch menu for Tuesday, 12/16 will remain the same as what is on our website. It's Taco Tuesday!
Lunch
Lunch
Elem:
1. Beef Taco Meat, Dorito, Cheese/Lettuce
or
2. Mini Cheese Quesadilla
Black Beans, Salsa and Carrots
Applesauce Variety or Peaches
Milk Choice
MS/HS:
Taco Day:
Taco or Chicken Meat
Corn Salsa/Rice
Cheese/Refried Beans
Shredded Lettuce
Chicken Pattie/Bun
You can always check out our menus at https://www.wlstigers.org/dining. Have a great day, Tigers!
Lunch
Lunch
Elem:
1. Beef Taco Meat, Dorito, Cheese/Lettuce
or
2. Mini Cheese Quesadilla
Black Beans, Salsa and Carrots
Applesauce Variety or Peaches
Milk Choice
MS/HS:
Taco Day:
Taco or Chicken Meat
Corn Salsa/Rice
Cheese/Refried Beans
Shredded Lettuce
Chicken Pattie/Bun
You can always check out our menus at https://www.wlstigers.org/dining. Have a great day, Tigers!
Hello, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. WL-S is on a 2-hour delay for today, Tuesday December 16th. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS and 9:45 for Elementary. Please drive safely this morning. Thank you.
🐯🧡🖤 TIGER WEEK AT A GLANCE 🖤🧡🐯
It’s another FULL week of Tiger athletics, and our student-athletes are ready to compete — aside from tonight. Due to winter weather, all contests scheduled for this evening have been canceled. High School athletes will hear from their coaches about practices.
The good news? There are still plenty of opportunities the rest of the week to come out, wear your orange and black, and support our Tigers in action!
📣 Bundle up, pack the stands, and bring the Tiger pride all week long.
🐯🔥 GO TIGERS! 🔥🐯
It’s another FULL week of Tiger athletics, and our student-athletes are ready to compete — aside from tonight. Due to winter weather, all contests scheduled for this evening have been canceled. High School athletes will hear from their coaches about practices.
The good news? There are still plenty of opportunities the rest of the week to come out, wear your orange and black, and support our Tigers in action!
📣 Bundle up, pack the stands, and bring the Tiger pride all week long.
🐯🔥 GO TIGERS! 🔥🐯
🖥️🩺 Telehealth is available during school cancellations🖥️🩺
The West Liberty-Salem School-Based Health Center continues to see patients via telehealth whenever school is closed.
When inclement weather happens, you can still schedule by calling Community Health & Wellness Partners at 937-599-1411 and ask to be added to Jenn Douthwaite’s schedule.
Stay warm, and stay well, Tigers! 🧡🖤
Good Morning, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to the cold temperatures, our back and side roads have remained icy and slick this morning. School will be closed for Monday, December 15. Please be safe today.
Thank you,
Kraig Hissong
Thank you,
Kraig Hissong