Due to the weather, Middle School Track & Field practice has been cancelled for today.
Please help spread the word. Stay safe and we will see everyone at the next practice!
Please help spread the word. Stay safe and we will see everyone at the next practice!
📚⭐ West Liberty-Salem Celebrates Academic Excellence ⭐📚
Nearly 80 West Liberty-Salem High School students were honored last night at the 21st Annual Academic Excellence Awards Night, an event held each March to recognize students who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher.
The evening celebrated not only academic achievement, but also the dedication and balance these students demonstrate in their daily lives. Many of the students recognized began taking high school coursework as early as 8th grade, and several are currently pursuing college-level classes through online coursework or the College Credit Plus program. Despite their rigorous academic schedules, these students also remain actively involved in clubs, athletics, music programs, and the arts.
Students were addressed by Principal Dr. Greg Johnson, who praised their commitment to excellence and the perseverance it takes to maintain such high academic standards year after year.
A highlight of the evening is a meaningful tradition for seniors who have attended the banquet for at least three years. These students are invited to recognize a staff member who made a lasting impact on their educational journey at West Liberty-Salem, offering a heartfelt moment of appreciation for the educators who help guide and inspire them.
This year’s theme, “Growth,” was inspired by the quote by Hillary DePiano:
“We all get the exact same 365 days. The only difference is what you do with them.”
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their well-earned recognition and thank you to the dedicated staff members who continue to go above and beyond to support, challenge, and inspire our students every day.
Among those recognized:
9th Grade
Hannah Bailey
Mackenzie Damron
Tyler Hershberger
Eric Hoover
Bryson Johnson
Emily King
Jules Loveless
Braylon Lucas
Karlee Lucas
Loretta Moxley
Charlie Oelker
Drew Piacentino
Carter Pratt
Madilynn Sprinkle
Carver Wallace
Reese Winters
Ashlyn Yeater
Landon Zanfirov
Peyton Ziegler
10th
Delaney Anane-Sefah
James Brehm
Jerome Cordrey
Eli Gilley
Carter Henderson
Isla Leichty
Robert Park
Rachel Stanford
Ashlyn Taylor
Derek Wall
Arianna Weaver
Ellery Wygal
11th
Partick Brooks
Alivia Cambell
Zoe Carter
Audrianna Evilsizor
Savannah Gluckle
Braden Hershberger
Conner Leichty
Kash LeVan
Emma Liggett
Claire Ling
Ashlyn Pope
Maverick Reames
Isabelle Sarver
Noah Sarver
Mariska Smith
Ben Wall
12th
Ava Astorino
Dustin Bolton
Brock Burgel honored Mr. Paul Waibel
Elijah Christison
Naomi Cole
Tori Douthwaite
Geneva Estep (Mrs. Jun Seymour)
Gavyn Greenhill (Mr. Paul Waibel)
Breece Gullett
Lyndee Harrison (Mrs. Surena Neer)
Addison Hutton (Mr. Brian Yoder)
Brady Kauffman (Mr. Darrin Leichty)
Dylan King (Mr. Mike Louden)
Caleb Ling (Mr. Tim Wolfe)
Emery Longaberger (Mrs. Crista Lewis)
Brevin Louden (Miss Marie Lenk)
Ivy Matthews (Mr. Aaron Lauck)
Levi Miller (Mr. Taran Clapp)
Sadie Paul (Mr. Larry Searles)
Ava Poppe (Mrs. Surena Neer)
Kaylee Powell
Emma Smith
Abbie Thoman (Mrs. Allissa Creager)
Nearly 80 West Liberty-Salem High School students were honored last night at the 21st Annual Academic Excellence Awards Night, an event held each March to recognize students who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher.
The evening celebrated not only academic achievement, but also the dedication and balance these students demonstrate in their daily lives. Many of the students recognized began taking high school coursework as early as 8th grade, and several are currently pursuing college-level classes through online coursework or the College Credit Plus program. Despite their rigorous academic schedules, these students also remain actively involved in clubs, athletics, music programs, and the arts.
Students were addressed by Principal Dr. Greg Johnson, who praised their commitment to excellence and the perseverance it takes to maintain such high academic standards year after year.
A highlight of the evening is a meaningful tradition for seniors who have attended the banquet for at least three years. These students are invited to recognize a staff member who made a lasting impact on their educational journey at West Liberty-Salem, offering a heartfelt moment of appreciation for the educators who help guide and inspire them.
This year’s theme, “Growth,” was inspired by the quote by Hillary DePiano:
“We all get the exact same 365 days. The only difference is what you do with them.”
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their well-earned recognition and thank you to the dedicated staff members who continue to go above and beyond to support, challenge, and inspire our students every day.
Among those recognized:
9th Grade
Hannah Bailey
Mackenzie Damron
Tyler Hershberger
Eric Hoover
Bryson Johnson
Emily King
Jules Loveless
Braylon Lucas
Karlee Lucas
Loretta Moxley
Charlie Oelker
Drew Piacentino
Carter Pratt
Madilynn Sprinkle
Carver Wallace
Reese Winters
Ashlyn Yeater
Landon Zanfirov
Peyton Ziegler
10th
Delaney Anane-Sefah
James Brehm
Jerome Cordrey
Eli Gilley
Carter Henderson
Isla Leichty
Robert Park
Rachel Stanford
Ashlyn Taylor
Derek Wall
Arianna Weaver
Ellery Wygal
11th
Partick Brooks
Alivia Cambell
Zoe Carter
Audrianna Evilsizor
Savannah Gluckle
Braden Hershberger
Conner Leichty
Kash LeVan
Emma Liggett
Claire Ling
Ashlyn Pope
Maverick Reames
Isabelle Sarver
Noah Sarver
Mariska Smith
Ben Wall
12th
Ava Astorino
Dustin Bolton
Brock Burgel honored Mr. Paul Waibel
Elijah Christison
Naomi Cole
Tori Douthwaite
Geneva Estep (Mrs. Jun Seymour)
Gavyn Greenhill (Mr. Paul Waibel)
Breece Gullett
Lyndee Harrison (Mrs. Surena Neer)
Addison Hutton (Mr. Brian Yoder)
Brady Kauffman (Mr. Darrin Leichty)
Dylan King (Mr. Mike Louden)
Caleb Ling (Mr. Tim Wolfe)
Emery Longaberger (Mrs. Crista Lewis)
Brevin Louden (Miss Marie Lenk)
Ivy Matthews (Mr. Aaron Lauck)
Levi Miller (Mr. Taran Clapp)
Sadie Paul (Mr. Larry Searles)
Ava Poppe (Mrs. Surena Neer)
Kaylee Powell
Emma Smith
Abbie Thoman (Mrs. Allissa Creager)
🐰🌷 West Liberty Community Easter Events! 🌷🐰
The West Liberty Lions Club is hosting a morning of Easter fun for local families on Saturday, March 21! Start the day with Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Opera House from 8:00–11:00 AM. Kids can also meet the Easter Bunny and take photos from 9:00–11:00 AM. Breakfast is $8 for adults and $5 for kids.
Then grab your baskets and head over to Lions Park at 12:00 PM for the 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt is open to children in 5th grade and younger, and kids will be grouped by age.
This event is presented by the West Liberty Lions Club in conjunction with the West Liberty Business Association and is proudly sponsored by Marie’s Candies LLC.
We’re happy to help share this information so local families can enjoy another fun community tradition in West Liberty! 🐣🥚🌼
The West Liberty Lions Club is hosting a morning of Easter fun for local families on Saturday, March 21! Start the day with Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Opera House from 8:00–11:00 AM. Kids can also meet the Easter Bunny and take photos from 9:00–11:00 AM. Breakfast is $8 for adults and $5 for kids.
Then grab your baskets and head over to Lions Park at 12:00 PM for the 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt is open to children in 5th grade and younger, and kids will be grouped by age.
This event is presented by the West Liberty Lions Club in conjunction with the West Liberty Business Association and is proudly sponsored by Marie’s Candies LLC.
We’re happy to help share this information so local families can enjoy another fun community tradition in West Liberty! 🐣🥚🌼
Students in Mrs. Springs’ class recently had the opportunity to work with Mrs. France, our Occupational Therapist, as they practiced activities and games designed to build balance, coordination, and rhythm.
Through fun, movement-based exercises from the Bal-A-Vis-X program, students are strengthening foundational skills that support important academic areas like reading, writing, and mathematics. By combining movement with learning, these activities help develop focus, timing, and coordination in a way that keeps students engaged and having fun.
It’s amazing to see how movement and play can support learning in so many ways! 👏
Through fun, movement-based exercises from the Bal-A-Vis-X program, students are strengthening foundational skills that support important academic areas like reading, writing, and mathematics. By combining movement with learning, these activities help develop focus, timing, and coordination in a way that keeps students engaged and having fun.
It’s amazing to see how movement and play can support learning in so many ways! 👏
📢 ESC Preschool Screening – New Dates Announced!
The ESC Preschool (West Liberty-Salem location) has announced new dates for upcoming preschool screenings for families with young children.
If you have a child ages 3–5 (not yet in kindergarten), this is a great opportunity to participate in a fun and friendly preschool screening.
📅 Screening Dates & Times:
• March 27, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• April 10, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location:
7208 US-68
West Liberty, OH 43357
☎️ To schedule an appointment:
Call (937) 653-5214 or email shelby.masters@mccesc.org
✅ Already scheduled?
If you previously scheduled your child’s screening, you should not need to do anything further.
Please help us spread the word to families with preschool-aged children who may be interested!
The ESC Preschool (West Liberty-Salem location) has announced new dates for upcoming preschool screenings for families with young children.
If you have a child ages 3–5 (not yet in kindergarten), this is a great opportunity to participate in a fun and friendly preschool screening.
📅 Screening Dates & Times:
• March 27, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• April 10, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location:
7208 US-68
West Liberty, OH 43357
☎️ To schedule an appointment:
Call (937) 653-5214 or email shelby.masters@mccesc.org
✅ Already scheduled?
If you previously scheduled your child’s screening, you should not need to do anything further.
Please help us spread the word to families with preschool-aged children who may be interested!
🎭✨ Cinderella Cast Visits Peak of Ohio to Promote Upcoming Musical ✨🎭
Excitement is building for the West Liberty-Salem spring musical, and a few members of the cast of Cinderella had the opportunity to help spread the word this morning during a visit to Peak of Ohio.
Students shared behind-the-scenes insight into the production, talked about the fun and challenges of bringing this classic fairy tale to life, and invited the community to come experience the magic on stage. From rehearsals and costumes to favorite moments in the show, the interview offered a great preview of what audiences can expect when the curtain rises.
🎟 Tickets for Cinderella are on sale now! 🔗https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/44066
Our talented cast, crew, and directors have been working hard to create a magical production you won’t want to miss.
📅 Show Dates:
• Thursday, March 19, at 7:30 PM
• Friday, March 20, at 7:30 PM
• Saturday, March 21, at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 PM
🎧 Want to hear the students talk about the show?
Click the link below to listen to their interview on Peak of Ohio and learn more about the production.
🔗https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/west-liberty-salem-brings-cinderella-to-the-stage-next-weekend/
We hope the community will join us for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and a little bit of fairy tale magic! ✨
#WLSTigers #TigerPride #WLSMusical #Cinderella
Excitement is building for the West Liberty-Salem spring musical, and a few members of the cast of Cinderella had the opportunity to help spread the word this morning during a visit to Peak of Ohio.
Students shared behind-the-scenes insight into the production, talked about the fun and challenges of bringing this classic fairy tale to life, and invited the community to come experience the magic on stage. From rehearsals and costumes to favorite moments in the show, the interview offered a great preview of what audiences can expect when the curtain rises.
🎟 Tickets for Cinderella are on sale now! 🔗https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/44066
Our talented cast, crew, and directors have been working hard to create a magical production you won’t want to miss.
📅 Show Dates:
• Thursday, March 19, at 7:30 PM
• Friday, March 20, at 7:30 PM
• Saturday, March 21, at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 PM
🎧 Want to hear the students talk about the show?
Click the link below to listen to their interview on Peak of Ohio and learn more about the production.
🔗https://www.peakofohio.com/local-news/west-liberty-salem-brings-cinderella-to-the-stage-next-weekend/
We hope the community will join us for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and a little bit of fairy tale magic! ✨
#WLSTigers #TigerPride #WLSMusical #Cinderella
🌷🌼 Signs of Spring in the Courtyard! 🌼🌷
Our courtyard is officially waking up! The fall bulbs planted by our Environmental Science class are up and blooming, and they look beautiful! 🌸🌱
Each year, these students take ownership of this outdoor learning space planting, planning, and patiently waiting to see the results of their hard work. Watching those first blooms pop through the soil is such a rewarding reminder that growth takes time (and care!).
Now they’re ready to roll up their sleeves, clean up the courtyard, and prepare it for a new season of growth and learning. 🌿☀️
We love seeing our students take pride in caring for their environment, both inside and outside the classroom! 🧡🖤
#TigerPride #HandsOnLearning #SpringAtWLS
Our courtyard is officially waking up! The fall bulbs planted by our Environmental Science class are up and blooming, and they look beautiful! 🌸🌱
Each year, these students take ownership of this outdoor learning space planting, planning, and patiently waiting to see the results of their hard work. Watching those first blooms pop through the soil is such a rewarding reminder that growth takes time (and care!).
Now they’re ready to roll up their sleeves, clean up the courtyard, and prepare it for a new season of growth and learning. 🌿☀️
We love seeing our students take pride in caring for their environment, both inside and outside the classroom! 🧡🖤
#TigerPride #HandsOnLearning #SpringAtWLS
⛳🐾 West Liberty-Salem Golf – Parent Information Night 🐾⛳
Are you interested in learning more about WL-S Boys & Girls Golf? Join us for our Parent Information Night!
📅 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 High School Media Center
This meeting is open to current and prospective players (8th–11th grade) and their families.
We’ll cover:
• Program overview and expectations
• Introduction to our new home course
• 2026 Scramble Fundraiser details
• Schedules, equipment, eligibility & more
• How to join the SportsYou group for updates
The WL-S Golf Program provides student-athletes the opportunity to grow both on and off the course through skill development, competitive play, academic excellence, and sportsmanship.
If your student is considering golf, this is a great opportunity to get questions answered and learn what Tiger Golf is all about!
See the attached graphic for additional details. ⛳🧡
Are you interested in learning more about WL-S Boys & Girls Golf? Join us for our Parent Information Night!
📅 Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 High School Media Center
This meeting is open to current and prospective players (8th–11th grade) and their families.
We’ll cover:
• Program overview and expectations
• Introduction to our new home course
• 2026 Scramble Fundraiser details
• Schedules, equipment, eligibility & more
• How to join the SportsYou group for updates
The WL-S Golf Program provides student-athletes the opportunity to grow both on and off the course through skill development, competitive play, academic excellence, and sportsmanship.
If your student is considering golf, this is a great opportunity to get questions answered and learn what Tiger Golf is all about!
See the attached graphic for additional details. ⛳🧡
🏀🎙️ TONIGHT on Chalk Talk! 🎙️🏀
Your West Liberty-Salem 6th Grade Boys Basketball Team, the 🏆 Gold Bracket Triad Class Champions, will be featured on Chalk Talk tonight at 7:00!
These young Tigers will:
✨ Recap their championship season
✨ Share what they’re most excited about as they head into Junior High
✨ Get an early taste of public speaking (with a side of fun, of course!)
We’re so proud of the way this group represented WL-S on and off the court this season. Be sure to tune in and support these future Junior High Tigers as they take the mic! 🐾🧡🖤 Check it out! https://peakofohiotv.com/events/details/chalk-talk-mar-11-2026/231
#TigerPride #ChalkTalk #FutureTigers
Your West Liberty-Salem 6th Grade Boys Basketball Team, the 🏆 Gold Bracket Triad Class Champions, will be featured on Chalk Talk tonight at 7:00!
These young Tigers will:
✨ Recap their championship season
✨ Share what they’re most excited about as they head into Junior High
✨ Get an early taste of public speaking (with a side of fun, of course!)
We’re so proud of the way this group represented WL-S on and off the court this season. Be sure to tune in and support these future Junior High Tigers as they take the mic! 🐾🧡🖤 Check it out! https://peakofohiotv.com/events/details/chalk-talk-mar-11-2026/231
#TigerPride #ChalkTalk #FutureTigers
🤼♀️🐅 ALL-OHC HONORS | WEST LIBERTY-SALEM GIRLS WRESTLING 🐅🤼♀️
The Ohio Heritage Conference has recognized our Lady Tigers for an outstanding season on the mat, and we are proud to celebrate the following All-OHC honorees:
🥇 1st Team All-OHC
• Jenna Cline
🏅 Honorable Mention All-OHC
• Chloe Griffith
These athletes have represented West Liberty-Salem with toughness, determination, and heart all season long. The continued growth of our girls wrestling program is something to celebrate, and these honors are well earned!
We also want to recognize Chloe Griffith for earning the distinction of State Alternate Qualifier, an incredible accomplishment and a testament to her hard work and perseverance throughout the season.
We are so proud of both of these young women and the example they set for future Lady Tigers on the mat! 💪🧡
#TigerPride #WLSAthletics #AllOHC #LadyTigers #OnTheMat
The Ohio Heritage Conference has recognized our Lady Tigers for an outstanding season on the mat, and we are proud to celebrate the following All-OHC honorees:
🥇 1st Team All-OHC
• Jenna Cline
🏅 Honorable Mention All-OHC
• Chloe Griffith
These athletes have represented West Liberty-Salem with toughness, determination, and heart all season long. The continued growth of our girls wrestling program is something to celebrate, and these honors are well earned!
We also want to recognize Chloe Griffith for earning the distinction of State Alternate Qualifier, an incredible accomplishment and a testament to her hard work and perseverance throughout the season.
We are so proud of both of these young women and the example they set for future Lady Tigers on the mat! 💪🧡
#TigerPride #WLSAthletics #AllOHC #LadyTigers #OnTheMat
🤼♂️🐅 ALL-OHC HONORS & STATEBOUND | WEST LIBERTY-SALEM MEN’S WRESTLING 🐅🤼♂️
The Ohio Heritage Conference has recognized our Tigers for an outstanding season on the mat, and we are proud to celebrate the following All-OHC honorees:
🥇 1st Team All-OHC
• Lucas Merriman
• Kyler Langhardt
• Sam Bradford
• Maverick Reames
🥈 2nd Team All-OHC
• Madden Kilgore
🏅 Honorable Mention All-OHC
• Wyatt Shoemaker
• Derek Wall
• Silas Krabill
• Robert Park
What an incredible representation of West Liberty-Salem Wrestling! Your dedication, grit, and relentless work ethic continue to raise the bar for our program.
And the season isn’t over yet…
🔥 STATE BOUND TIGERS! 🔥
Four of our wrestlers have qualified for the OHSAA State Wrestling Championships, taking place March 13–15 at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio:
🐅 Lucas Merriman
🐅 Kyler Langhardt
🐅 Madden Kilgore
🐅 Sam Bradford
We are so proud of these athletes and cannot wait to cheer them on as they represent West Liberty-Salem on the biggest stage in Ohio high school wrestling!
Good luck at STATE, Tigers! 💪🖤🧡
#TigerPride #WLSAthletics #StateBound #AllOHC #OnTheMat
🎓🧡 Congratulations to Our Champaign County Leadership Club Graduates! 🧡🎓
Today, we celebrate Conner Leichty, Zoe Carter, and Claire Ling who have successfully completed the Champaign County Leadership Club program! Throughout the year, they have had the opportunity to learn about the many social and civic organizations that serve our county while working alongside adult leaders and fellow students from across Champaign County.
This experience helps students grow as leaders, build connections, and better understand how they can make a positive impact in their community.
We are proud of these Tigers for representing West Liberty-Salem with leadership and heart! 🐾✨
Today, we celebrate Conner Leichty, Zoe Carter, and Claire Ling who have successfully completed the Champaign County Leadership Club program! Throughout the year, they have had the opportunity to learn about the many social and civic organizations that serve our county while working alongside adult leaders and fellow students from across Champaign County.
This experience helps students grow as leaders, build connections, and better understand how they can make a positive impact in their community.
We are proud of these Tigers for representing West Liberty-Salem with leadership and heart! 🐾✨
🏀🧡 Tiger Basketball Honors & All-Star Updates 🧡🏀
It’s been an exciting stretch of postseason recognition for our West Liberty-Salem basketball programs!
First, the OHSAA Division IV All-District Teams have been announced:
🏀 Girls Basketball
⭐ Ava Astorino - 1st Team All-District
⭐ Addison Wallen - 3rd Team All-District
🏀 Boys Basketball (Division V)
⭐ Brevin Louden - All-District Honorable Mention
⭐ Brandel Sullivan - All-District Honorable Mention
Congratulations to these athletes for their outstanding seasons and well-earned recognition!
📅 OHC All-Star Games - March 15
All-conference players will be recognized at the OHC All-Star Games:
🕒 Girls Game - 3:00 PM
🕔 Boys Game - 5:00 PM
🏆 District 9 Coach of the Year
Congratulations to Coach Darrin Leichty, who has been named District 9 Co-Coach of the Year! He will also serve as co-coach of the District 9 Senior All-Star Game
alongside Jeremy Dixon of Urbana.
The District 9 Senior All-Star Games will be held at Miami East at 6:00 PM and will feature:
🏀 Girls: Ava Astorino & Ava Poppe
🏀 Boys: Brevin Louden & Carson Poppe
We are incredibly proud of our players and coaches for representing West Liberty-Salem with excellence all season long. 🐾🧡
#TigerStrong
It’s been an exciting stretch of postseason recognition for our West Liberty-Salem basketball programs!
First, the OHSAA Division IV All-District Teams have been announced:
🏀 Girls Basketball
⭐ Ava Astorino - 1st Team All-District
⭐ Addison Wallen - 3rd Team All-District
🏀 Boys Basketball (Division V)
⭐ Brevin Louden - All-District Honorable Mention
⭐ Brandel Sullivan - All-District Honorable Mention
Congratulations to these athletes for their outstanding seasons and well-earned recognition!
📅 OHC All-Star Games - March 15
All-conference players will be recognized at the OHC All-Star Games:
🕒 Girls Game - 3:00 PM
🕔 Boys Game - 5:00 PM
🏆 District 9 Coach of the Year
Congratulations to Coach Darrin Leichty, who has been named District 9 Co-Coach of the Year! He will also serve as co-coach of the District 9 Senior All-Star Game
alongside Jeremy Dixon of Urbana.
The District 9 Senior All-Star Games will be held at Miami East at 6:00 PM and will feature:
🏀 Girls: Ava Astorino & Ava Poppe
🏀 Boys: Brevin Louden & Carson Poppe
We are incredibly proud of our players and coaches for representing West Liberty-Salem with excellence all season long. 🐾🧡
#TigerStrong
🎶🎺 Join Us Tonight for Band Concerts! 🎺🎶
We invite you to join us this evening at 6:00 PM in the High School Cafetorium for the Middle School and High School Band Concerts.
Our student musicians have been working hard to prepare a wonderful performance, and we are excited for our community to enjoy an evening of great music.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate the talent and dedication of our Tiger bands! 🐾🎵
We invite you to join us this evening at 6:00 PM in the High School Cafetorium for the Middle School and High School Band Concerts.
Our student musicians have been working hard to prepare a wonderful performance, and we are excited for our community to enjoy an evening of great music.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate the talent and dedication of our Tiger bands! 🐾🎵
🎓✨WL-S Students Recognized for Academic Achievement. Ella Vondenhuevel wins Rotary Honors Scholarship ✨🎓
On Monday evening, the Rotary Club of Bellefontaine hosted its 49th Annual Honors Night at Bellefontaine High School, recognizing more than 260 outstanding students from schools across Logan County including West Liberty-Salem. The evening also serves to award applicants from each district with a $1000 Scholarship.
Ella Vondenhuevel was selected as West Liberty-Salem’s $1,000 Rotary Scholarship recipient! With 84 student applicants, this year marks one of the largest applicant pools in the club’s history.
The evening featured speaker Robert Nicholson, CEO of Safe and Secure Healthcare, who encouraged students to consider a “fourth E”, Entrepreneurship, when planning their futures in addition to the traditional paths of Education, Enlistment, and Employment.
We are proud to recognize the following West Liberty-Salem students who were honored for their academic achievement. These students have demonstrated outstanding dedication and consistency, earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher for seven consecutive semesters.
Ava Astorino, Kaylee Blair, Dustin Bolton, Brock Burgel, Lance Campbell, Alexa Cheetham, Elijah Christison, Naomi Cole, Victoria Douthwaite, Geneva Estep, Gavyn Greenhill, Breece Gullett, Lyndee Harrison, Alexis Hausler, Kamden Hissong, Addison Hutton, Devon Jones, Brady Kaufman, Dylan King, Caleb Larson, Jacob Lauck, Caleb Ling, Emery Longaberger, Wyatt Longaberger, Brevin Louden, Ivy Matthews, Addyson Mattox, Levi Miller, Sadie Paul, Ava Poppe, Kaylee Powell, Olivia Reichardt, Lydia Schmidt, Emma Smith, Marisa Smith, Abbie Thoman, Abigail Timmons, Cooper Titus, Ella Vondenhuevel, and Garrett Wallen.
We are incredibly proud of these Tigers for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence. 🐾🧡
On Monday evening, the Rotary Club of Bellefontaine hosted its 49th Annual Honors Night at Bellefontaine High School, recognizing more than 260 outstanding students from schools across Logan County including West Liberty-Salem. The evening also serves to award applicants from each district with a $1000 Scholarship.
Ella Vondenhuevel was selected as West Liberty-Salem’s $1,000 Rotary Scholarship recipient! With 84 student applicants, this year marks one of the largest applicant pools in the club’s history.
The evening featured speaker Robert Nicholson, CEO of Safe and Secure Healthcare, who encouraged students to consider a “fourth E”, Entrepreneurship, when planning their futures in addition to the traditional paths of Education, Enlistment, and Employment.
We are proud to recognize the following West Liberty-Salem students who were honored for their academic achievement. These students have demonstrated outstanding dedication and consistency, earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher for seven consecutive semesters.
Ava Astorino, Kaylee Blair, Dustin Bolton, Brock Burgel, Lance Campbell, Alexa Cheetham, Elijah Christison, Naomi Cole, Victoria Douthwaite, Geneva Estep, Gavyn Greenhill, Breece Gullett, Lyndee Harrison, Alexis Hausler, Kamden Hissong, Addison Hutton, Devon Jones, Brady Kaufman, Dylan King, Caleb Larson, Jacob Lauck, Caleb Ling, Emery Longaberger, Wyatt Longaberger, Brevin Louden, Ivy Matthews, Addyson Mattox, Levi Miller, Sadie Paul, Ava Poppe, Kaylee Powell, Olivia Reichardt, Lydia Schmidt, Emma Smith, Marisa Smith, Abbie Thoman, Abigail Timmons, Cooper Titus, Ella Vondenhuevel, and Garrett Wallen.
We are incredibly proud of these Tigers for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence. 🐾🧡
📣🧡 Celebrating Our High School Cheerleaders! 🧡📣
As our winter season wraps up, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible HS Cheer teams for an amazing year of dedication and spirit.
Most of this group has been together since June putting in the time to perfect their sideline cheers, competition routine, dances, and crowd engagement. Since then, they have cheered at nearly 40 games across football, boys' basketball, girls' basketball, and volleyball. That’s a lot of Tiger spirit! 🐾
But their impact goes far beyond the sidelines.
They’ve energized pep rallies, given back through community service, and hosted two Little Tiger Cheer Clinics, each welcoming more than 100 future Tigers! They’ve also represented WL-S at countless community events including Spooktacular, Cookies with Santa, Literacy Night, the Labor Day Festival, and so much more.
They truly embody what it means to cheer, leadership, positivity, commitment, and heart, and they do it so well.
A special thank you to our seniors who have led the way through both seasons. Your dedication and influence on this program will not be forgotten. 🧡
Congratulations to the entire team on a year well done. We are so proud of you!
As our winter season wraps up, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible HS Cheer teams for an amazing year of dedication and spirit.
Most of this group has been together since June putting in the time to perfect their sideline cheers, competition routine, dances, and crowd engagement. Since then, they have cheered at nearly 40 games across football, boys' basketball, girls' basketball, and volleyball. That’s a lot of Tiger spirit! 🐾
But their impact goes far beyond the sidelines.
They’ve energized pep rallies, given back through community service, and hosted two Little Tiger Cheer Clinics, each welcoming more than 100 future Tigers! They’ve also represented WL-S at countless community events including Spooktacular, Cookies with Santa, Literacy Night, the Labor Day Festival, and so much more.
They truly embody what it means to cheer, leadership, positivity, commitment, and heart, and they do it so well.
A special thank you to our seniors who have led the way through both seasons. Your dedication and influence on this program will not be forgotten. 🧡
Congratulations to the entire team on a year well done. We are so proud of you!
🎉🧡 December Middle School Students of the Month! 🧡🎉
West Liberty-Salem Middle School is proud to recognize our February Students of the Month for their hard work, positive attitudes, and leadership in and out of the classroom! 🌟
👏 8th Grade: Elin Leichty & Jude Roberts
👏7th Grade: Bella Dickinson & Miles Wright
👏6th Grade: Kinsley Brentlinger & Hayes Robison
🐾Congratulations to all of our outstanding students! Keep shining bright! ✨
Thanks to Malia Hughes, Key Realty, and Maries Candies for sponsoring our Students of the Month! Your support means so much!
#WLSPride #TigerPride #StudentOfTheMonth #MiddleSchoolStrong
West Liberty-Salem Middle School is proud to recognize our February Students of the Month for their hard work, positive attitudes, and leadership in and out of the classroom! 🌟
👏 8th Grade: Elin Leichty & Jude Roberts
👏7th Grade: Bella Dickinson & Miles Wright
👏6th Grade: Kinsley Brentlinger & Hayes Robison
🐾Congratulations to all of our outstanding students! Keep shining bright! ✨
Thanks to Malia Hughes, Key Realty, and Maries Candies for sponsoring our Students of the Month! Your support means so much!
#WLSPride #TigerPride #StudentOfTheMonth #MiddleSchoolStrong
🧡✨ Sokolow Sisters Shine! ✨🧡
💃 Rosemary Sokolow recently placed 2nd in the Hip Hop Team category at the Moxie Arts Challenge, competing with The Academy. Performing against talented individuals from across the region, Rosemary delivered a standout routine to earn a top finish. Way to represent with energy, teamwork, and confidence!
🏋️♀️ Meanwhile, her sister Dahlia Sokolow absolutely dominated at The Arnold Classic / National American Open Series in the 69kg weight class (ages 14–15). Dahlia swept gold in all three categories with:
• 60kg Snatch
• 74kg Clean & Jerk
• 134kg Total
Even more impressive, Dahlia broke three state records, records she previously held herself, in the snatch, clean & jerk, and total!
From the dance floor to the lifting platform, these two young women continue to push themselves, chase excellence, and represent themselves well on big stages!
Congratulations, Rosemary and Dahlia, we are so proud of you both! 🐾🧡
💃 Rosemary Sokolow recently placed 2nd in the Hip Hop Team category at the Moxie Arts Challenge, competing with The Academy. Performing against talented individuals from across the region, Rosemary delivered a standout routine to earn a top finish. Way to represent with energy, teamwork, and confidence!
🏋️♀️ Meanwhile, her sister Dahlia Sokolow absolutely dominated at The Arnold Classic / National American Open Series in the 69kg weight class (ages 14–15). Dahlia swept gold in all three categories with:
• 60kg Snatch
• 74kg Clean & Jerk
• 134kg Total
Even more impressive, Dahlia broke three state records, records she previously held herself, in the snatch, clean & jerk, and total!
From the dance floor to the lifting platform, these two young women continue to push themselves, chase excellence, and represent themselves well on big stages!
Congratulations, Rosemary and Dahlia, we are so proud of you both! 🐾🧡
🤼♂️🐾 District Weekend Recap - Tiger Wrestling 🐾🤼♀️
What a weekend for West Liberty-Salem Wrestling!
Our boys competed at the District Championships at Troy Hobart Arena, one of the toughest districts in the state, with the top four in each weight class advancing to the State Championships.
🏆 The Tigers finished tied for 4th place out of 63 teams, an incredible accomplishment!
All seven of our district qualifiers won on day one and advanced to Saturday competition. Wyatt Shoemaker, Silas Krabill, and Robert Park battled hard and represented WL-S well!
And the big news…
🔥 FOUR TIGERS ARE HEADED TO STATE! 🔥
This marks the most state qualifiers we’ve had in many years!
🥇 Lucas Merriman (126) - District Champion (4-0, 2 pins, 1 tech fall)
🥈 Kyler Langhardt (138) - District Runner-Up (3-1, 2 pins)
🥉 Sam Bradford (215) - 3rd Place (5-1, 3 pins, wrestled all the way back after a first-round loss!)
🏅 Madden Kilgore (132) - 4th Place (3-2, 2 pins, 1 major decision)
Congratulations to Lucas, Kyler, Sam, and Madden as they head to the State Championships at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus this weekend! We are proud of your determination. 💪🐯
🤼♀️ Girls Wrestling Update 🤼♀️
Our Lady Tigers competed in the Southwest District on Sunday!
⭐ Chloe Griffith went 4-2 with 2 pins, earning 5th place and is a STATE ALTERNATE. She will attend the State Championships with the opportunity to compete if her name is called.
⭐ Jenna Cline went 1-2 with a tech fall.
⭐ Shelby Vincent, originally an alternate, stepped in to compete and went 1-2 at districts.
We are so proud of these young women for their toughness and competitive spirit!
Let’s wish all of our Tigers the best as they compete on the biggest stage! 🐾🧡
#TigerPride
💉🧡 West Liberty-Salem School-Based Immunization Clinic 🧡💉
West Liberty-Salem, in partnership with Community Health & Wellness Partners, will be hosting a School-Based Immunization Clinic on:
📅 May 19, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 WL-S School-Based Health Center
This clinic provides families with a convenient opportunity to keep students up to date on required and recommended immunizations without leaving school.
To schedule an appointment or learn more, please call 937-599-1411 (Option 3) or visit CHWPcares.org. You may also scan the QR code on the graphic for additional details.
Caring for the whole child - physically, emotionally, and socially - so our students stay healthy and ready to learn. 💙
Please share to help spread the word!
West Liberty-Salem, in partnership with Community Health & Wellness Partners, will be hosting a School-Based Immunization Clinic on:
📅 May 19, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 WL-S School-Based Health Center
This clinic provides families with a convenient opportunity to keep students up to date on required and recommended immunizations without leaving school.
To schedule an appointment or learn more, please call 937-599-1411 (Option 3) or visit CHWPcares.org. You may also scan the QR code on the graphic for additional details.
Caring for the whole child - physically, emotionally, and socially - so our students stay healthy and ready to learn. 💙
Please share to help spread the word!
