West Liberty-Salem Local School District - Home of the Tigers

🧡🐾 Tiger Table Update! 🐾🧡

Our hearts are full — thank you to everyone who has already donated to help keep The Tiger Table food cabinet stocked! Your generosity is already making a difference.

The cabinet was well-used over the weekend and has since been restocked with food and hygiene essentials. If you’re able to give, donations of non-perishable food items, baby food, formula, and hygiene products are greatly appreciated. Every single item goes directly to supporting families right here in our community. You can send donations to school with your student or drop them off at one of our local partners — Sweetie Pies, Subway, or Theresa’s Gingerbread House — who are generously helping collect items for The Tiger Table!

Together, we’re proving that when it comes to helping others, everyone has a seat at The Tiger Table. 🧺✨

#TigerTable #WLSPride #CommunityStrong #TigerCheerCares #MinimizingHungerMaximizingHope

🖥️🩺 Telehealth is available during school cancellations🖥️🩺

The West Liberty-Salem School-Based Health Center continues to see patients via telehealth whenever school is closed.
To schedule, call Community Health & Wellness Partners at 937-599-1411 and ask to be added to Mrs. Douthwaite’s schedule today.

Stay warm, stay well, Tigers! 🧡🖤

Hello, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to slick road conditions, WLS is closed for today, Monday, November 10th. Please have a safe day.

Goodmorning, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to slick road conditions, WLS will be on a 2-hr delay for Monday, November 10th. School will start at 9:40 for MS/HS and 9:45 for the Elementary. Thank you

🎉🧡 Congratulations to our November Seniors of the Month! 🧡🎉

West Liberty-Salem is proud to recognize Levi Miller and Tori Douthwaite as our November Seniors of the Month!

These two outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional leadership, character, and commitment to excellence throughout their time at WL-S. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or through service to others, Levi and Tori exemplify what it means to be a Tiger. 🐾

Congratulations, Levi and Tori — we’re so proud of your accomplishments and the positive impact you’ve made on our school and community! 🖤🧡

Read more about our awesome Seniors of the Month here: https://www.wlstigers.org/page/seniors-of-the-month

#WLSPride #SeniorOfTheMonth #TigerStrong #Classof2025

🎶🐅 WL-S Band Students Explore “The Best Damn Band in the Land”! 🐅🎶

On Friday, November 1st, our fifth graders joined members of the WL-S High School Marching Band on an unforgettable field trip to The Ohio State University. They attended the university’s annual “Hometown Concert” by the Ohio State University Marching Band in Mershon Auditorium — an incredible showcase of the band’s most iconic halftime selections and fan favorites.

The day didn’t stop there! Students also enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of Mershon Auditorium and a photo op right on the field — a visual and experiential highlight that brought music-and-engineering-meets-marvel to life.

This experience offered meaningful connections between music education and real-world performance, inspiring our Tigers to see how teamwork, precision, and creativity make magic happen — whether on a high school gridiron or a collegiate concert stage.

A huge thank you to our fifth graders and our high school band members for representing WL-S with pride and curiosity. Here’s to more days of exploration, inspiration, and musical excellence! 🎺🧡🖤

#WLSPride #TigerBand #FutureMusicians #OhioState #MarchingBandMagic

🏅✨ Gold Card Winners – November 7th! ✨🏅

Congratulations to our West Liberty-Salem Gold Card winners for November 7th! These students were recognized by their teachers for their hard work, positive attitude, and outstanding character. 🧡🐾🖤

High School:
9th – Ashlyn Yeater (Mrs. Harman)
10th – Cohen Evans (Mr. Warren)
11th – Colton Neeld (Mrs. Spencer)
12th – Malia Miller (Mrs. Bragg)

Middle School:
6th – Brooklyn Courant (Mrs. Buroker)
7th – Calvin DeRoziere (Mrs. Mazza)
8th – Lochlan Jenkins (Mrs. Miller)

Elementary:
Lilly McKenzie
Whitley Kauffman
Blakely Adams
Boone Dunham
Athena Hartshorn
Amelia Montgomery
Olivia Hypes
Annistyn Sadlier
Jake Dagger
Paisley Smith
Lyla Taylor
Griffin Hall
Emma Richardson
Luke Bumbalough
Eliana Park
Dexter Greenhill
Scarlett Lawrence
Atticus Kolb
Casen Titus
Maverick Lang
Ariel Rivera
Layla Knight
Avery Crowder
Gideon Smucker

Way to go, Tigers! Keep up the great work and continue setting an example for others to follow. 🌟
#WLSPride #TigerStrong #StudentSuccess #GoldCardWinners

🎭✨ The Stage is Set at West Liberty-Salem! ✨🎭

Join us this Saturday, November 8th at 7:00 PM as the West Liberty-Salem Drama Club presents two hilarious one-act plays that are sure to keep you entertained all evening!

🎬 Romeo, You Idiot — a comedic twist on Shakespeare’s classic tale.
🎭 Bad Auditions by Bad Actors — where every audition is a new adventure in chaos and laughter!

Come out and support our talented student performers as they showcase their hard work, creativity, and sense of humor on stage. It’s a night you won’t want to miss! 🧡🖤🐅

#WLSPride #TigerTheatre #DramaClub #StudentTalent #TigerStrong

⭐ Celebrating Our WL-S Community STARS! ⭐
Last night, the Madison-Champaign ESC hosted their annual Community STARs Recognition Event, honoring students and staff who exemplify servant leadership through the pillars of Serving Others, Teamwork, Attitude, and Reliability. 🌟
We are proud to share that WL-S Senior Geneva Estep was recognized as our Student STAR, nominated by Mrs. Molly Smith, HS Guidance, Mr. John Stoner, Golf Coach, and support from Mrs. Allison Wygal. Although Geneva couldn’t attend because she was starring in the high school drama production (no surprise there! 🎭), her leadership, kindness, and involvement across WL-S continue to make us proud.
Our Staff STAR honoree was Mrs. Candace Watson, High School Counseling Office Secretary, nominated by Mrs. Smith for her incredible reliability, positive attitude, and dedication to our students and staff. 🧡
And to top off the evening — former WL-S student Wyatt Wilcoxon returned as the keynote speaker! Wyatt was the first-ever WL-S Community STAR and SuperSTAR winner seven years ago, and his inspiring speech reminded everyone of the lasting impact of servant leadership.
We’re so proud of these incredible representatives of our Tiger Community! 🐾🖤🧡

#WLSPride #TigerStrong #CommunitySTARs #ServantLeadership #TigerExcellence

🎺🎶 Support the WL-S Band This Holiday Season! 🎶🎺

The West Liberty-Salem Band is kicking off their Bi-Annual Hillside Greenhouse & Hemisphere Coffee Fundraiser! 🎄☕

This is a quick sale, so don’t wait — orders and money are due Friday, November 14!

🎁 Hillside Greenhouse Gift Cards:
$25 for $25 — perfect for your holiday greenery and gifts! (Valid this season only, expires December 20.)

☕ Hemisphere Coffee Products:
Choose from Whole Bean, Ground, or Single Cup flavors — most items are just $14!

All proceeds go directly to support the WL-S Band Program and our amazing student musicians! 🧡🖤

To order, reach out to any band member or contact Mr. Waibel at 📧 pwaibel@wlstigers.org

Thank you for supporting the arts and helping keep the music playing this Christmas season! 🎅🎶🎄
#WLSPride #TigerBand #SupportTheArts #TigerStrong

🧡🐾 The Tiger Table Has Found Its Home! 🐾🧡

We’re thrilled to share that The Tiger Table — our community cabinet food pantry — is now in its permanent home! You’ll find it right in the heart of the Village, next to the branch library, where it’s easily accessible to anyone in need.

This week, the cabinet is freshly stocked with pasta, spaghetti sauce, canned veggies, snacks, soap, toothpaste, and more! 🍝🧼🪥

The Tiger Table was created by our West Liberty-Salem High School Cheer Team as a way to help minimize hunger and maximize hope across our community. 💛

If you’d like to help us keep it stocked, donations can be made at school or at one of our amazing local partners: Subway, TGH, or Sweetie Pies.

Take what you need. Leave what you can. Because at The Tiger Table, everyone has a seat. 🧺✨

#TigerTable #WLSPride #CommunityStrong #TigerCheerCares #MinimizingHungerMaximizingHope

🎓📚 Congratulations to Our 1st Quarter High School Honor Roll Students! 📚🎓

West Liberty-Salem is proud to celebrate our High School Tigers who earned a place on the 1st Quarter Honor Roll! 🧡🖤

These students exemplify hard work, discipline, and balance — many are excelling while managing college coursework, athletics, extracurriculars, and part-time jobs. Their commitment to academic excellence and perseverance is something to be truly proud of! 🌟

Congratulations to all our honor roll recipients — your dedication represents the best of Tiger Nation! 🐾

#WLSPride #TigerScholars #HonorRoll #AcademicExcellence #CollegeBoundTigers #TigerStrong

Highest Honors Honor Roll
(3.75-4.0 GPA)
9th Grade
Kam Yang, Everett Brooks, Ella Jacobs, Phoenix Keeton, Ava Martin, Alexa Beard, Emily King, Brandel Sullivan, Landon Zanfirov, Bryson Johnson, Mia Dooley, Karlee Lucas, Elia Matthews, Landon McKenzie, Eric Hoover, Mackenzie Damron, Madilynn Sprinkle, Tyler Hershberger, Julianna Loveless, Charlie Oelker, Drew Piacentino, Carver Wallace, Peyton Ziegler, Hannah Bailey, Kate Bolton, Cecilia Kerns, Braylon Lucas, Loretta Moxley, Carter Pratt, Dahlia Sokolow Isabella Spencer, Reese Winters, Ashlyn Yeater

10th Grade
Emma Schmelzer, Addison Wallen, Hadassah Stidham, Zachary Cordell, Robert Park, Rachel Stanford, Josiah Thoman, Jerome Cordrey, Derek Wall, Isla Leichty, Ellery Wygal, Delaney Anane-Sefah, Abigail Frederick, Carter Henderson, Ashlyn Taylor, Arianna Weaver

11th Grade
Eliza Halterman, Lilliann Heminger, Ashlee VonDeylen, Avi Lehman, Kash LeVan, Tucker Searles, Emma Vigar, Reagan Winters, Kiersten Stoll, James Brooks, Bayes Lapp, Emma Liggett, Maverick Reames, Benjamin Wall, Casey Boyer, Alivia Campbell, Zoe Carter, Miles Christison, Savannah Gluckle, Braden Hershberger, Josiah Johnson, Conner Leichty, Claire Ling, Xzavior Nicholl, Ashlyn Pope, Isabelle Sarver, Noah Sarver, Mariska Smith

12th Grade
Ava Astorino, Dustin Bolton, Tru Maxam, Taryn Bradley, Brady Kauffman, Jacob Lauck, Cooper Titus, Malia Miller, Ivy Matthews, Olivia Deere, Lydia Schmidt, Zyann Evilsizor, Ella Vondenhuevel, Alexa Cheetham, Brock Burgel, Elijah Christison, Naomi Cole, Victoria Douthwaite, Bryant Eaton, Geneva Estep, Gavyn Greenhill, Lyndee Harrison, Addison Hutton, Devon Jones, Dylan King, Caleb Larson, Caleb Ling, Emery Longaberger, Brevin Louden, Addyson Mattox, Levi Miller, Sadie Paul, Ava Poppe, Olivia Reichardt, Emma Smith, Abbie Thoman, Abigail Timmons

High Honors Honor Roll
(3.5-3.74 GPA)
9th Grade
Isaiah Barth, Nathan Shively, Annabelle Booze, Charlee Albers, Brylee Liggett, Sydney Conley, Eli Jones, Gabriel Myers, Ashton Brannon, Griffin Astorino, Ella Kegley, Rylan Leichty

10th Grade
Delaney Borders, Celena Cheetham, Ezekiel Longshore, Justice Moore, Levi Kitchen, McKenzie Reames, Kiarah Krabill, Owen Hardwick, Gunnar Lehman, Abigail Dunlop, Brayan Gullett, Reagan McCullough, Samuel Myers, Kyerah Marchal, Olive Matthews, Gavin Bell, Avery Randall, James Brehm, Eli Gilley, Ryrie Matthews

11th Grade
Zachary Carter, Bayleigh Deam, Isabella Hughes, Skyler Ropp, Aiden Hull, Madden Kilgore, Braydon Thompson, Brady Lightner, Colton Neeld, Delilah Breon, Haley Brockmeier, Morgan Gibson, Sophia Landon, Sutton Wilcoxon, Cali Benavides, Garrett Hull, Nathan Sowers, Grace Jones, Sarah Windle, Shelby Vincent, Hattie Jacobs, Caleigha Fasse

12th Grade
Wyatt Longaberger, Marisa Smith, Mylee Dooley, Bradley Petry, Chloe Griffith, Alexis Hausler, Samuel Strapp, Jeremiah Johnson, Caleb Heater, Kamden Hissong, Lance Campbell, Garrett Wallen, Zaylor Eggleston, Kaylee Powell, Mason Helms, Alexzander Gluckle, Taylor Cook

Honor Roll
(3.0-3.49 GPA)
9th Grade
Isabella Vesey, Makayla Bier-Moffitt, Karter Harris, Daisy Collins, Katelyn Williams, Cora Benavides, Logan Behlmer, Griffin Evans, Rhyla Branham, Michael Wisner, Hayden Knotts, Kenna Wright, Mia Titus, Lucas Cook

10th Grade
Navaeh Gravely, Parker Harrington, Ella Albers, Dane Reames, Levi Neer, Liam Webster, Blaine Hughes, Easton McGuire, Reagan Tester, Liam Barger, Wyatt Shoemaker, Brody Cooper, Britton Carter, Evalyne Decker, Savannah McClintick, Alauna Kinchen, Ivan Meister, Zade Bieleski, Jenny Roehm, Kylee Bell, Braelyn Northup, Asher Starkey, Amelia Barth, Asher Cole, Daniel Erne, Tayra Horn, McKayla Reames, Kendal Carroll, Colton Hall, David Roberts, Kathy Roehm, Beckett Sullivan, Logan Zanfirov, Brayden Hupp

11th Grade
Preston Kidd, Lucas Schmelzer, Wyatt Zinn, Baylee Cooksey, Alexis Wisner, Sullivan Foster, Bryson Jones, Avery Northup, Zander Dickinson, Eli Sertell

12th Grade
Elise Longshore, Nevaeh Foster-Lalowski, Cameron Pope, Reese Oder, Wyatt Saxton, Corbin Wallace, Gwenyth McCullough, Amani Grantham, Emma Gilbert, Silas McCombs, Kaylee Blair, Tevis Cox, Dallas Koons, Cody Ferryman, Wyatt Bell

🏅📚 Congratulations to Our 1st Quarter Middle School Honor Roll Students! 📚🏅

West Liberty-Salem is proud to recognize our Middle School Tigers who earned a spot on the 1st Quarter Honor Roll! 🧡🖤

These students have shown incredible dedication, hard work, and perseverance in the classroom. Their commitment to learning and excellence reflects the true spirit of what it means to be a Tiger! 🐾✨

We’re so proud of your achievements and can’t wait to see all that you’ll accomplish this year — keep up the great work! 🙌

#WLSPride #TigerScholars #HonorRoll #AcademicExcellence #TigerStrong

Highest Honors Honor Roll
(3.75-4.0 GPA)

6th Grade
Archer Anane-Sefah, Addison Falloon, Elliana Tomlin, Leah Symmat, Carleigh-Ann Griffin, Hayes Robison, Jack Troyer, Charlie Freehauf, Jace Leas, Lily Erickson, Lydia Breon, Kynslie McIntosh, Joseph Fullenkamp, Bentley Sullivan, Parker Knight, Akenza Whitman, Isaac Falloon, Brooklyn Courant, Cooper Thompson, Quinn Phelps, Delaney Morris, Loralye Jones, Annabelle Smith, Calvin Cotrell, Joel Hoover, Neema Smucker, Kinsley Brentlinger, Charlotte Turner, Ozzy Anders, Maddax Dobberstein, Adelyn Seely, Dallas Seely

7th Grade
Amera Rader, Raegan Evans, Natalie Arthur, Annikka Matthews, Elayna Hoover, Jett Ziegler, Sam Ridgway, Penny Kromer, Gabe Brehm, Noah Tomlin, Kolbie Crowder, Calvin de Roziere, Henry Bolton, Leni Rader, Ellie Rader, Caizen Anders, Chloe Staten, Hannah Thoman, Michael Beard

8th Grade
Adalyn Nickels, Lakota Webb, Zeke Lauck, Wyatt Brooks, Kipton Crowder, Lochlan Jenkins, Eleanor Moxley, Bella Johnson, Paysley Wesson, Sophia Jackson, Aubree Joseph, Dawson Turner, Foster King, Mallory Bishop, Rosemary Sokolow, Lillian Yeater, Liam Baldwin, Jackson Reichardt, Callie Trimble, Rylee Falloon

High Honors Honor Roll
(3.5-3.74 GPA)

6th Grade
Charlee McAdams, Olivia Kauffman, Dallas Williams, Aubree Satterfield, William Roberts, Hadley Wesson, Layla Millice, Claudia Louth, Evelyn Jurich, Brynlee Randall, Landon Jackson, Paisley Strapp, Amelia Sidders, Claire Shivley, Major Benett, Harper Patton, Ayden Henson, Paisley Lathrop, Corinne Wright

7th Grade
Gabriel Wilson, Clayton Anane-Sefah, Chance Harman, Harrison Sutherin, Lilly Thomas, Izzy Jones, Fletcher Heminger, Miles Wright, Kathryn Moxley, Iris Meister, Lilly Woodruff, Greyson Leichty, Shiloh Cole, Nathan Deitrick, Ava Prater, Arion Campbell, Bella Dickinson, Raurie Adams, Zoey Richardson, Bryce Michael

8th Grade
Hayden Watkins, Cole Cooper, Wyatt Patton, Brynn Davis, Sarah Monroe, Layne Ferryman, Malachi Titus, Blane Collier, Cale Wygal, Connor Watson, Kayla Schwaderer, Caroline Foster, Devyn Carter, Chafer Matthews, Avery Randall, Mason Wallace, Walker Williams, Addy Brannon, Emily Leas, Olivia Waibel, Kara Hartzler, Autumn Keasler, Marissa Fish, Amelia Miller, Joshua Collins

Honor Roll
(3.0-3.49 GPA)

6th Grade
Zander Hillard, Jackson Barth, Owen Black, Clare Garman, Jayden Cordell, Saige Thompson, Jacob Pender, Lillian Bowman, Lesley Krabill, Owen Bach, Ellie Catron, Caleb Dolan, Austin Joseph, Braxton Louden, Alexander Roberts, Ellie Mae Harris, Reuel Matthews, Maelin Smith

7th Grade
Bella Meyers, Owen Fish, Griffin Christison, Morgan Maurice, Robinson Lucas, Colton Christison, Ellie Louth, Maiya Ward, Zaydee Cox, Brody Moore, Clayton Ridenbaugh, Aria Bach, Bella Williams, Quyn Vermillion, Callen Oder, Leah Lee, Alex Bradford, Callee Dagger, Lucas Piacentino, Bradyn Yang, Ellie Titus, Baylor Evilsizor, Tyler Leas, Atlas Keasler, Aubree Mason, Blake Eaton, Kennedy Logwood

8th Grade
AJ Henry, Ava Brookman, Lance Hinds, Nathaniel Adams, Brody Vernik, Solomon Warye, Tyler McGonigle, Macklain Heminger, Colten Branham, Joshua Hayes, Maverrik Kilgore, Hayden Gundolf, Jaron Christison, Elin Leichty, Jacob Bahan, Jude Roberts, Elizabeth Little, Kynlee Rostorfer, Kenzie Underwood, Allison Miller, Kase McIntosh, Gabriel Mason, Braxton Catron, Zoee Mathews, Wyatt Phelps, Alissa Dixon, Jaylynn Martin, Liam Harrington

You’re Invited! Veterans Day Breakfast at WL-S

The West Liberty-Salem Leadership Council invites all veterans, current service members, and their families to join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 8:00–9:30 a.m. at West Liberty-Salem School.

This cherished tradition is our way of honoring the brave men and women who have served — and continue to serve — our country. 💙❤️🤍

🥞 Breakfast provided by: WL-S FFA
🎖️ Guest Speaker: Retired Lt. Col. Douthwaite
🎶 Special performances by: WL-S Music Department

📞 Please RSVP by November 7 by calling (937) 465-1140.

We hope you’ll join us as our school and community come together to celebrate, reflect, and say thank you to our heroes. 🧡🖤

#WLSPride #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #TigerStrong #CommunityCelebration

🌬️🔬 Middle School Teachers Take Learning to New Heights! 🔬🌬️

Our Middle School Math and Science teachers had an incredible opportunity to visit the HALO Wind Tunnel on Friday, October 31st! They toured the state-of-the-art facility and learned about the intricate process of testing vehicle aerodynamics and acoustical engineering.

The visit offered a fascinating look at how math and science concepts are applied in real-world engineering — and the team is already planning a virtual tour with HALO engineers for students as part of an upcoming distance learning experience. 🧠💡

📸 The photo shows our teachers standing in front of the massive wind tunnel fan — an impressive display of engineering at its finest!

Middle School Principal Mr. Andy McGill shared,

“This experience was a powerful reminder that what we teach in the classroom has real-world applications. We’re excited to bring these connections back to our students and inspire them to see the possibilities that math and science can create.”

#WLSPride #TigerSTEM #RealWorldLearning #TigerStrong #STEMinAction

🧡🖤 It’s National School Psychology Week! 🧡🖤

This week we celebrate Mrs. Erin Kegley, our incredible District School Psychologist, for the compassion, dedication, and expertise she brings to West Liberty-Salem every day.

Mrs. Kegley plays a vital role in supporting our students’ academic success, emotional well-being, and social growth. Her ability to connect with students, families, and staff ensures every Tiger feels seen, supported, and valued. 🐾

Thank you, Mrs. Kegley, for your commitment to helping our students thrive — both in and out of the classroom! 🌟

#WLSPride #ThankYouMrsKegley #SchoolPsychologyWeek #TigerStrong

➗🎯 Fifth Grade is Expressing Their Math! 🎯➗

Mrs. Peterson's fifth graders are taking math to the next level and having fun while doing it! Students practiced writing and interpreting equations with a lively game of Headbandz, turning math class into an exciting challenge of quick thinking and problem-solving. 🧠✨

What better way to “express” math than with laughter, teamwork, and a little friendly competition? These Tigers are proving that learning can be both educational and fun! 🧡🐾🖤

#WLSPride #TigerMath #HandsOnLearning #MathIsFun #TigerStrong

🎃🧠 STEM + Pumpkins = Smart & Sweet Learning! 🧠🎃

Mrs. Stayrook’s first graders put their engineering skills to the test last week with a fun and tasty STEM challenge! Working with a partner, students were given toothpicks and gummy pumpkins and tasked with building the tallest free-standing tower possible. 🏗️✨

Through lots of trial, teamwork, and creativity, these young scientists quickly discovered that a strong base is key to keeping their towers standing tall! 💪🎃

We love seeing our Tigers think critically, experiment, and have fun while learning — these first graders are definitely future engineers in the making! 🧡🐾🖤

#WLSPride #TigerSTEM #HandsOnLearning #FutureEngineers #TigerStrong