Today, we pause to honor Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision, courage, and commitment to service continue to shape our nation.
This day is not only a day off from school, but a day for reflection on kindness, justice, equality, and the power each of us has to make a positive difference in our community.
We look forward to welcoming our Tigers back to school tomorrow. 🧡🖤
📚 Kindergarten Screening | 2026–2027
📅 Kindergarten Screening Dates:
May 8 & May 11, 2026
To begin the screening process, please visit https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2639795 and email Mrs. Alysson Cotrell at alcotrell@wlstigers.org with your child’s name, date of birth, address, school district of residence, and your preferred time of day for an appointment.
🕒 The screening process lasts approximately 1–1¼ hours and includes a brief student assessment, parent conference, play/observation time, and a vision screening.
We look forward to welcoming our future Tigers! 🧡🐯
📅 Kindergarten Screening Dates:
May 8 & May 11, 2026
To begin the screening process, please visit https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2639795 and email Mrs. Alysson Cotrell at alcotrell@wlstigers.org with your child’s name, date of birth, address, school district of residence, and your preferred time of day for an appointment.
🕒 The screening process lasts approximately 1–1¼ hours and includes a brief student assessment, parent conference, play/observation time, and a vision screening.
We look forward to welcoming our future Tigers! 🧡🐯
✨ Feeling Blessed in This Dress! Prom Dress Event ✨
High school students are invited to attend the Prom Dress Event on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Richwood Bank in Bellefontaine. This event is open to students from all school districts in Champaign and Logan Counties.
For a $20 donation—or by donating a dress—you can shop for and select a beautiful prom dress. Donations help support outreach programs through Community Health & Wellness Partners, including our School-Based Health Center, which proudly sponsors this event in part.
💙 A special thank you to our partners for helping make prom more accessible while supporting student health and wellness. Spread the word and help a student feel confident and celebrated this prom season!
High school students are invited to attend the Prom Dress Event on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Richwood Bank in Bellefontaine. This event is open to students from all school districts in Champaign and Logan Counties.
For a $20 donation—or by donating a dress—you can shop for and select a beautiful prom dress. Donations help support outreach programs through Community Health & Wellness Partners, including our School-Based Health Center, which proudly sponsors this event in part.
💙 A special thank you to our partners for helping make prom more accessible while supporting student health and wellness. Spread the word and help a student feel confident and celebrated this prom season!
🩺 Healthcare When School Is Closed
Did you know students and families can still be seen by our School-Based Health Center provider, even when school is closed? Telehealth visits are available to help with illness, follow-ups, and more, right from home.
📞 To schedule a telehealth visit today, call 937-599-1411, Option 5.
Convenient care when you need it most—because your health doesn’t take a day off. 🧡
Did you know students and families can still be seen by our School-Based Health Center provider, even when school is closed? Telehealth visits are available to help with illness, follow-ups, and more, right from home.
📞 To schedule a telehealth visit today, call 937-599-1411, Option 5.
Convenient care when you need it most—because your health doesn’t take a day off. 🧡
🧡 January is School Board Recognition Month 🧡
We are proud to recognize and thank the members of our West Liberty-Salem Board of Education for their leadership and service to our district. At the January Board of Education organizational meeting, Tim Lamb was sworn in as Board President, with Ryan Cole sworn in as Vice President.
We are also excited to welcome new board member Ryan Pratt. Ryan and his wife, Amy, are parents to two sons, Andrew Kimball and Carter Pratt. Ryan looks forward to supporting West Liberty-Salem in this capacity, and we are grateful for his willingness to serve.
We appreciate the continued service of Pat Adams and Doug Williams, who remain dedicated to serving our district, families, students, and community.
As Amy transitions out of her role, we extend our sincere thanks for her four years of dedicated service on the board. Pictured are the Pratt family and the Board of Education, including Amy. Thank you to all of our board members for your commitment to West Liberty-Salem Schools. 🧡
We are proud to recognize and thank the members of our West Liberty-Salem Board of Education for their leadership and service to our district. At the January Board of Education organizational meeting, Tim Lamb was sworn in as Board President, with Ryan Cole sworn in as Vice President.
We are also excited to welcome new board member Ryan Pratt. Ryan and his wife, Amy, are parents to two sons, Andrew Kimball and Carter Pratt. Ryan looks forward to supporting West Liberty-Salem in this capacity, and we are grateful for his willingness to serve.
We appreciate the continued service of Pat Adams and Doug Williams, who remain dedicated to serving our district, families, students, and community.
As Amy transitions out of her role, we extend our sincere thanks for her four years of dedicated service on the board. Pictured are the Pratt family and the Board of Education, including Amy. Thank you to all of our board members for your commitment to West Liberty-Salem Schools. 🧡
📣 Now Hiring: Split Shift Custodial Position
West Liberty-Salem is currently seeking candidates for a full-time split shift custodial position.
🕚 Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Interested candidates should email their application to Dan Shover at dshover@wlstigers.org.
Applications are available on our website at https://www.wlstigers.org/page/employment
or by scanning the QR code.
West Liberty-Salem Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, military status, or any other legally protected status.
West Liberty-Salem is currently seeking candidates for a full-time split shift custodial position.
🕚 Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Interested candidates should email their application to Dan Shover at dshover@wlstigers.org.
Applications are available on our website at https://www.wlstigers.org/page/employment
or by scanning the QR code.
West Liberty-Salem Local School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, military status, or any other legally protected status.
📚 College Fair & CCP Night – January 29th.
Parents & students in grades 6–11 are invited to attend College Fair & College Credit Plus (CCP) Night at WL-S on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
🕓 4:30–5:30 PM College Fair (Cafetorium entrance)
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM CCP Meeting (Cafetorium)
⚠️ Attendance is REQUIRED for students participating in CCP for the first time in 2026–27 or changing how they participate. Please check your email for more information.
Questions? Contact the HS Counseling Office at 937-465-1060, ext. 121.
Parents & students in grades 6–11 are invited to attend College Fair & College Credit Plus (CCP) Night at WL-S on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
🕓 4:30–5:30 PM College Fair (Cafetorium entrance)
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM CCP Meeting (Cafetorium)
⚠️ Attendance is REQUIRED for students participating in CCP for the first time in 2026–27 or changing how they participate. Please check your email for more information.
Questions? Contact the HS Counseling Office at 937-465-1060, ext. 121.
📣 District Newsletter Now Available!
Check out the latest edition of our West Liberty-Salem District Newsletter, highlighting the first semester across our district - featuring classroom learning, clubs, extracurricular activities, and Tiger athletics. 🧡🐯
👉 Read it here: https://www.wlstigers.org/documents/news/20290700
Check out the latest edition of our West Liberty-Salem District Newsletter, highlighting the first semester across our district - featuring classroom learning, clubs, extracurricular activities, and Tiger athletics. 🧡🐯
👉 Read it here: https://www.wlstigers.org/documents/news/20290700
✅ All high school events are ON for this evening.
❌ All middle school and youth events—including practices—are canceled per policy. Please wait for coaches to share any additional details or instructions.
📣 HS Exam Schedule Update
High school students and parents should have received a message from Dr. Johnson regarding Tuesday’s exam schedule and the extension of the grading period due to today’s unexpected snow day.
Tuesday, January 20:
• Final day of exams
• Last day of 2nd quarter
• Last day of 1st semester
Wednesday, January 21:
• First day of 3rd quarter
• First day of 2nd semester
📝 Tuesday exam schedule will remain in place. Students may still sign out early, and community service opportunities will be available, with the exception of the Jazz Band set-up with Mr. Waibel.
If you have any questions, please call us today before 3:30 at 937-465-1075.
Thank you for your flexibility and enjoy the extended weekend! 🧡
❌ All middle school and youth events—including practices—are canceled per policy. Please wait for coaches to share any additional details or instructions.
📣 HS Exam Schedule Update
High school students and parents should have received a message from Dr. Johnson regarding Tuesday’s exam schedule and the extension of the grading period due to today’s unexpected snow day.
Tuesday, January 20:
• Final day of exams
• Last day of 2nd quarter
• Last day of 1st semester
Wednesday, January 21:
• First day of 3rd quarter
• First day of 2nd semester
📝 Tuesday exam schedule will remain in place. Students may still sign out early, and community service opportunities will be available, with the exception of the Jazz Band set-up with Mr. Waibel.
If you have any questions, please call us today before 3:30 at 937-465-1075.
Thank you for your flexibility and enjoy the extended weekend! 🧡
Hello families, we apologize for the late notice, but road conditions have worsened in the last 30 minutes with the latest snow fall. WLS will be closed for today, Wednesday January 15th. Thank you.
Good morning, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to slick road conditions, WLS is on a 2-hour delay for today, Thursday, January 15th. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS and 9:45 for Elementary. Thank you
Mr. Clapp's 7th grade social studies students recently combined history and creativity through a unique art project inspired by Arabic/Islamic design. 🎨
Students explored the Arabesque art style, using flowers, vines, calligraphy, and geometric shapes to create repeating patterns, while also having the freedom to add their own creative flair. We love seeing learning come to life through art at our middle school! 🧡
🧡 Tiger Week Ahead! 🐾
It’s another busy week for our Tigers, and our student-athletes are ready to compete, grow, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride!
Whether it’s on the court, mat, lanes, or pool, your support makes a difference. Come out, wear your orange and black, and cheer on our Tigers as they give it their all this week. 📣
🐯 Go Tigers! 🧡
It’s another busy week for our Tigers, and our student-athletes are ready to compete, grow, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride!
Whether it’s on the court, mat, lanes, or pool, your support makes a difference. Come out, wear your orange and black, and cheer on our Tigers as they give it their all this week. 📣
🐯 Go Tigers! 🧡
🏀🧡 6th Grade Tigers Basketball Weekend Recap! 🐯
Our 6th grade boys' and girls' teams were busy on the court this weekend, showing grit, hustle, and Tiger pride!
🐯 6th Grade BOYS
The boys picked up a nice win and came this close in a hard-fought battle:
✅ WLS def. Bellefontaine 31–22
🔥 Braxton Louden – 17
Isaac Fallon – 6
Hayes Robison – 3
Jack Troyer – 3
Jackson Barth – 2
❌ WLS fell to North Union 30–29 (one-point game!)
🔥 Braxton Louden – 13
Isaac Fallon – 7
Jack Troyer – 4
Jackson Barth – 3
Maddax Dobberstein – 2
🐯 6th Grade GIRLS
The girls faced a tough weekend but continued to compete and grow together:
📅 Saturday: WLS fell to Bellefontaine 21–16
Bentley Sullivan – 6
Addison Falloon – 4
Harper Patton – 2
Claudia Louth – 2
Paisley Strapp – 2
📅 Sunday: WLS fell to North Union 22–6
Lily Erickson – 2
Claudia Louth – 2
Loralye Jones – 1
Bentley Sullivan – 1
The girls now sit at 2–2 on the season and are back in action this weekend as they travel to Triad on Saturday and Madison-Plains on Sunday.
Proud of the effort, teamwork, and heart from both squads. Keep working, Tigers—big things ahead! 🧡🐾
Our 6th grade boys' and girls' teams were busy on the court this weekend, showing grit, hustle, and Tiger pride!
🐯 6th Grade BOYS
The boys picked up a nice win and came this close in a hard-fought battle:
✅ WLS def. Bellefontaine 31–22
🔥 Braxton Louden – 17
Isaac Fallon – 6
Hayes Robison – 3
Jack Troyer – 3
Jackson Barth – 2
❌ WLS fell to North Union 30–29 (one-point game!)
🔥 Braxton Louden – 13
Isaac Fallon – 7
Jack Troyer – 4
Jackson Barth – 3
Maddax Dobberstein – 2
🐯 6th Grade GIRLS
The girls faced a tough weekend but continued to compete and grow together:
📅 Saturday: WLS fell to Bellefontaine 21–16
Bentley Sullivan – 6
Addison Falloon – 4
Harper Patton – 2
Claudia Louth – 2
Paisley Strapp – 2
📅 Sunday: WLS fell to North Union 22–6
Lily Erickson – 2
Claudia Louth – 2
Loralye Jones – 1
Bentley Sullivan – 1
The girls now sit at 2–2 on the season and are back in action this weekend as they travel to Triad on Saturday and Madison-Plains on Sunday.
Proud of the effort, teamwork, and heart from both squads. Keep working, Tigers—big things ahead! 🧡🐾
🧡 Tiger Week Ahead! 🐾
It’s another busy week for our Tigers, and our student-athletes are ready to compete, grow, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride!
Whether it’s on the court, mat, lanes, or pool, your support makes a difference. Come out, wear your orange and black, and cheer on our Tigers as they give it their all this week. 📣
🐯 Go Tigers! 🧡
It’s another busy week for our Tigers, and our student-athletes are ready to compete, grow, and represent West Liberty-Salem with pride!
Whether it’s on the court, mat, lanes, or pool, your support makes a difference. Come out, wear your orange and black, and cheer on our Tigers as they give it their all this week. 📣
🐯 Go Tigers! 🧡
📘🖤🧡 Yearbooks Are On Sale! 🧡🖤📘
It’s time to order your West Liberty-Salem Yearbooks! 📚
All three school yearbooks (Elementary, Middle School, & High School) are now available for online purchasing.
📸 To make sure we capture a full year of memories, yearbooks will be delivered at the beginning of the next school year. Ordering now guarantees your student has a copy waiting for them!
✨ Don’t wait until they’re gone! Ordering early is the best way to make sure you snag a yearbook filled with moments, milestones, and memories from this school year.
Ordering links are available here:
HS Jostens: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A06663300
MS Better Images: www.buytheyearbook.com
Elem Lifetouch: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?jobNumber=6590026
Thank you for supporting our yearbook programs!
It’s time to order your West Liberty-Salem Yearbooks! 📚
All three school yearbooks (Elementary, Middle School, & High School) are now available for online purchasing.
📸 To make sure we capture a full year of memories, yearbooks will be delivered at the beginning of the next school year. Ordering now guarantees your student has a copy waiting for them!
✨ Don’t wait until they’re gone! Ordering early is the best way to make sure you snag a yearbook filled with moments, milestones, and memories from this school year.
Ordering links are available here:
HS Jostens: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A06663300
MS Better Images: www.buytheyearbook.com
Elem Lifetouch: https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?jobNumber=6590026
Thank you for supporting our yearbook programs!
📚🧡 Elementary Literacy Night: Save the Date! 🧡📚
Mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening celebrating the joy and importance of reading at our Elementary Literacy Night!
📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
We invite our families and students to join us for an evening focused on early literacy, learning, and school spirit. This special night is a wonderful way to highlight how reading builds confidence, curiosity, and lifelong success.
👕 Literacy Week Shirts Are On Sale Now!
Help us spread the message by ordering a Literacy Week T-shirt and wearing it often between now and March 5th to promote the importance of early literacy throughout our school and community.
💲 Cost: $15
📏 Sizes: Youth through Adult 4XL
🗓️ Order Deadline: Sunday, January 25
👉 Order here:
https://wlsliteracyweek26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Let’s Read Like a Champion and show our Tiger pride as we celebrate literacy together! 🐯📖🖤🧡
Mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening celebrating the joy and importance of reading at our Elementary Literacy Night!
📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
We invite our families and students to join us for an evening focused on early literacy, learning, and school spirit. This special night is a wonderful way to highlight how reading builds confidence, curiosity, and lifelong success.
👕 Literacy Week Shirts Are On Sale Now!
Help us spread the message by ordering a Literacy Week T-shirt and wearing it often between now and March 5th to promote the importance of early literacy throughout our school and community.
💲 Cost: $15
📏 Sizes: Youth through Adult 4XL
🗓️ Order Deadline: Sunday, January 25
👉 Order here:
https://wlsliteracyweek26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Let’s Read Like a Champion and show our Tiger pride as we celebrate literacy together! 🐯📖🖤🧡
🛡️🖤🧡 Leadership in School Safety & Trauma-Informed Practice 🧡🖤🛡️
We’re proud to share that Andy McGill, Middle School Principal, was invited to speak at Rutherford County Schools Safety Department Incident Command Training alongside keynote speakers from PRN (The Principal Recovery Network).
This powerful training brought together three experienced school leaders who shared their personal experiences and helped guide administrators in strengthening leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and safety planning. A key focus of the session was becoming trauma-informed, with the goal of helping schools understand how to rebuild and support school climate following a tragic incident.
🎤 Guest Speakers included:
• Kathy Gombos – Principal, Sandy Hook Elementary School (Sandy Hook, CT)
• Andy McGill – Middle School Principal, West Liberty-Salem Schools (West Liberty, OH)
• Warman Hall – Former Principal, Aztec High School (Aztec, NM)
We are proud of Mr. McGill for representing West Liberty-Salem and contributing to important conversations around school safety, leadership, and healing. Read the full article: https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2630889
We’re proud to share that Andy McGill, Middle School Principal, was invited to speak at Rutherford County Schools Safety Department Incident Command Training alongside keynote speakers from PRN (The Principal Recovery Network).
This powerful training brought together three experienced school leaders who shared their personal experiences and helped guide administrators in strengthening leadership, collaboration, advocacy, and safety planning. A key focus of the session was becoming trauma-informed, with the goal of helping schools understand how to rebuild and support school climate following a tragic incident.
🎤 Guest Speakers included:
• Kathy Gombos – Principal, Sandy Hook Elementary School (Sandy Hook, CT)
• Andy McGill – Middle School Principal, West Liberty-Salem Schools (West Liberty, OH)
• Warman Hall – Former Principal, Aztec High School (Aztec, NM)
We are proud of Mr. McGill for representing West Liberty-Salem and contributing to important conversations around school safety, leadership, and healing. Read the full article: https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2630889
📣🧡 Little Tiger Cheer Camp is Back! 🧡📣
The West Liberty-Salem High School Cheer Team is excited to host Little Tiger Cheer Camp for students in grades K–5! This fun opportunity allows our youngest Tigers to learn cheer motions, jumps, chants, and a dance, all while building confidence and school spirit!
📄 Registration forms were sent home with students last week, so be sure to check backpacks if you haven’t seen it yet!
🗓️ Camp Dates & Times:
• Wednesday, January 21 | 3:00–4:30 PM
• Thursday, January 22 | 3:00–4:30 PM
🎉 Performance Opportunity:
Little Tigers will perform during halftime of the Varsity Boys Basketball game on Friday, January 23rd.
💲 Cost: $20 (includes a camp T-shirt to be worn during the performance)
📝 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
📍 Pick-Up: Elementary gym after each camp day (parent/guardian sign-out required)
This is a fun and exciting way for students to get involved, show Tiger pride, and shine on the court! 🐯🖤🧡
The West Liberty-Salem High School Cheer Team is excited to host Little Tiger Cheer Camp for students in grades K–5! This fun opportunity allows our youngest Tigers to learn cheer motions, jumps, chants, and a dance, all while building confidence and school spirit!
📄 Registration forms were sent home with students last week, so be sure to check backpacks if you haven’t seen it yet!
🗓️ Camp Dates & Times:
• Wednesday, January 21 | 3:00–4:30 PM
• Thursday, January 22 | 3:00–4:30 PM
🎉 Performance Opportunity:
Little Tigers will perform during halftime of the Varsity Boys Basketball game on Friday, January 23rd.
💲 Cost: $20 (includes a camp T-shirt to be worn during the performance)
📝 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
📍 Pick-Up: Elementary gym after each camp day (parent/guardian sign-out required)
This is a fun and exciting way for students to get involved, show Tiger pride, and shine on the court! 🐯🖤🧡
⚖️🖤🧡 Mock Trial Update 🧡🖤⚖️
We’re proud to share a great update from our West Liberty-Salem Mock Trial team! The team competed in a scrimmage yesterday in Marysville, and they performed extremely well.
This scrimmage provided an excellent opportunity to practice courtroom skills, receive valuable feedback, and fine-tune arguments as the team prepares for District Competition on January 30. Our students represented WL-S with professionalism, confidence, and strong preparation throughout the day.
Thank you to Marysville for hosting and congratulations to our Mock Trial team on a successful scrimmage. We’re excited to see them continue their hard work pay off as districts approach! 🐯👏
We’re proud to share a great update from our West Liberty-Salem Mock Trial team! The team competed in a scrimmage yesterday in Marysville, and they performed extremely well.
This scrimmage provided an excellent opportunity to practice courtroom skills, receive valuable feedback, and fine-tune arguments as the team prepares for District Competition on January 30. Our students represented WL-S with professionalism, confidence, and strong preparation throughout the day.
Thank you to Marysville for hosting and congratulations to our Mock Trial team on a successful scrimmage. We’re excited to see them continue their hard work pay off as districts approach! 🐯👏
