🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Ava Poppe 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Ava Poppe, who will attend Sinclair Community College to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene! 🦷✨
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Ava was involved in volleyball, basketball, Key Club, and musical, showcasing her leadership, dedication, and school spirit both on and off the court.
We are proud of Ava and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. The future is bright! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Ava Poppe, who will attend Sinclair Community College to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene! 🦷✨
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Ava was involved in volleyball, basketball, Key Club, and musical, showcasing her leadership, dedication, and school spirit both on and off the court.
We are proud of Ava and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. The future is bright! 🧡🐾
📚🍕 40 Books = One Awesome Celebration! 🍕📚
Today, our 4th graders who completed the 40 Book Challenge celebrated their huge accomplishment with a pizza party! These students spent the year diving into adventures, mysteries, nonfiction, and everything in between as they worked toward this impressive goal.
We are so proud of their dedication, hard work, and growing love for reading! Keep turning those pages, readers! 🧡🖤
Today, our 4th graders who completed the 40 Book Challenge celebrated their huge accomplishment with a pizza party! These students spent the year diving into adventures, mysteries, nonfiction, and everything in between as they worked toward this impressive goal.
We are so proud of their dedication, hard work, and growing love for reading! Keep turning those pages, readers! 🧡🖤
🩺🧡 School Ready. Sports Ready. One Visit Away! 🧡🩺
Getting your student ready for the upcoming school year and sports season just got easier! The West Liberty-Salem School-Based Health Center can complete your student’s sports physical during their annual well-child check, all in one convenient visit.
Well-child checks (recommended yearly) provide a comprehensive exam that supports learning and development, healthy growth and nutrition, and both physical and mental well-being. Even better, sports physical forms can be completed at no additional cost when done during this visit.
If your student has already had a well-child check within the past year, you can simply call to have their sports physical forms completed by a provider. Appointments are available now, helping students stay in school while families avoid missing work.
To schedule an appointment, scan the QR code on the flyer or call 937-599-1411, Option 3. Let’s make sure our Tigers are ready to learn and ready to play! 🧡🐾
Getting your student ready for the upcoming school year and sports season just got easier! The West Liberty-Salem School-Based Health Center can complete your student’s sports physical during their annual well-child check, all in one convenient visit.
Well-child checks (recommended yearly) provide a comprehensive exam that supports learning and development, healthy growth and nutrition, and both physical and mental well-being. Even better, sports physical forms can be completed at no additional cost when done during this visit.
If your student has already had a well-child check within the past year, you can simply call to have their sports physical forms completed by a provider. Appointments are available now, helping students stay in school while families avoid missing work.
To schedule an appointment, scan the QR code on the flyer or call 937-599-1411, Option 3. Let’s make sure our Tigers are ready to learn and ready to play! 🧡🐾
🎓 Seniors who were unable to attend Senior Lunch and did not receive their 1st grade time capsule may pick those up in the Main Office anytime between now and the last day of school.
We do encourage students to stop in sooner rather than later if possible. 🧡🐾
We do encourage students to stop in sooner rather than later if possible. 🧡🐾
Our 7th & 8th grade band students put their talent on full display at this week's concert! 🎶 From polished performances to the crowd-favorite “Junk Funk,” the evening was packed with energy, creativity, and serious grit. If you were there, you know this wasn’t just impressive for this age group… it was flat-out FUN to watch and listen to! Great job to all of our student musicians and directors on an entertaining night of music! 🧡🖤
Yesterday we celebrated Jake Lauck and his signing with the Air National Guard!
Jake has long dreamed of serving something greater than himself, and yesterday officially marks the beginning of that journey. His commitment to service, leadership, and dedication to others reflects the very best of West Liberty-Salem.
We are proud of Jake for answering the call to serve our country and are excited to see all he will accomplish in this next chapter. Congratulations, Jake, and thank you for your future service! 🧡🐾
Jake has long dreamed of serving something greater than himself, and yesterday officially marks the beginning of that journey. His commitment to service, leadership, and dedication to others reflects the very best of West Liberty-Salem.
We are proud of Jake for answering the call to serve our country and are excited to see all he will accomplish in this next chapter. Congratulations, Jake, and thank you for your future service! 🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Save the Date: 8th Grade Promotion 🖤🧡
8th Grade Promotion will take place on the last day of school, May 21st at 8:30 AM in the High School Gym.
Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2030 as they are promoted to high school! 8th Graders will be officially dismissed for the day immediately following the ceremony.
We hope you will join us in recognizing our 8th graders as they close one chapter and begin an exciting new one. 🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Corbin Wallace 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Corbin Wallace, who will continue his athletic and academic career at Marietta College! 🏈📚
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Corbin was a dedicated member of the football team and also served as a student helper for two years. His leadership, hard work, and commitment to supporting others have made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Corbin and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter both on the field and in the classroom. Best of luck at Marietta! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Corbin Wallace, who will continue his athletic and academic career at Marietta College! 🏈📚
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Corbin was a dedicated member of the football team and also served as a student helper for two years. His leadership, hard work, and commitment to supporting others have made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Corbin and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter both on the field and in the classroom. Best of luck at Marietta! 🧡🐾
📚🏆 Today our 6th and 7th grade students participated in the Battle of the Books hosted by the Champaign County Library! Students spent a lot of time preparing and working together to compete against other schools in this fun academic challenge.
A special congratulations goes out to our 6th grade team, “Beauties and the Beast,” for earning 3rd Place Overall! 🎉
Team members included:
📖 Ozzy Anders
📖 Quinn Phelps
📖 Annabelle Smith
📖 Kinsley Brentlinger
We are proud of all of our students for representing WL-S so well and showcasing their teamwork, reading knowledge, and love of books! 🧡🐾
A special congratulations goes out to our 6th grade team, “Beauties and the Beast,” for earning 3rd Place Overall! 🎉
Team members included:
📖 Ozzy Anders
📖 Quinn Phelps
📖 Annabelle Smith
📖 Kinsley Brentlinger
We are proud of all of our students for representing WL-S so well and showcasing their teamwork, reading knowledge, and love of books! 🧡🐾
Our third through fifth graders hit the track this week and absolutely crushed their Track & Field Day events! From sprints to relays to cheering each other on, these Tigers gave it their all and had a blast doing it! 💪🐾 👏
This year, Mrs. Orahood's fifth graders, Mrs. Hartshorn’s fourth graders, and Mrs. Crowder’s third graders took home the class victories and trophies, earning a full year of bragging rights! A big shoutout to the students for their effort and sportsmanship, and to our amazing crowd of families, friends, and classmates who filled the stands with encouragement and Tiger pride! Your cheers made the day even more special! Way to go!! 🧡🖤
#TigerPride #WLSTrackAndField #WLSStrong #GoTigers
This year, Mrs. Orahood's fifth graders, Mrs. Hartshorn’s fourth graders, and Mrs. Crowder’s third graders took home the class victories and trophies, earning a full year of bragging rights! A big shoutout to the students for their effort and sportsmanship, and to our amazing crowd of families, friends, and classmates who filled the stands with encouragement and Tiger pride! Your cheers made the day even more special! Way to go!! 🧡🖤
#TigerPride #WLSTrackAndField #WLSStrong #GoTigers
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Baileigh Engle 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Baileigh Engle, who will enter the workforce after graduation to pursue a career as a nail technician and esthetician! 💅✨
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Baileigh was involved in volleyball, demonstrating teamwork, dedication, and school spirit throughout her high school career.
We are proud of Baileigh and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck as you begin your career! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Baileigh Engle, who will enter the workforce after graduation to pursue a career as a nail technician and esthetician! 💅✨
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Baileigh was involved in volleyball, demonstrating teamwork, dedication, and school spirit throughout her high school career.
We are proud of Baileigh and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck as you begin your career! 🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Bradley Petry 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Bradley Petry, who has enlisted in the United States Army Reserves! After completing Basic Training, Bradley plans to attend a four-year university and hopes to continue his athletic career by playing football.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Bradley was a dedicated four-year member of football, track, and FFA. His hard work, leadership, and commitment both on the field and in the classroom have made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Bradley for his decision to serve our country and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Thank you for your future service, Bradley! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Bradley Petry, who has enlisted in the United States Army Reserves! After completing Basic Training, Bradley plans to attend a four-year university and hopes to continue his athletic career by playing football.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Bradley was a dedicated four-year member of football, track, and FFA. His hard work, leadership, and commitment both on the field and in the classroom have made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Bradley for his decision to serve our country and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Thank you for your future service, Bradley! 🧡🐾
Registration is open for this summer’s Big Orange Run Club. The Run Club is free and open to all area youth from preschool through sixth grade and offers age-appropriate athletic activities.
For more information visit www.bornandracedinwestliberty.com
For more information visit www.bornandracedinwestliberty.com
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Tevis Cox 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Tevis Cox, who will enter the United States Army Reserves after graduation!
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Tevis was a dedicated four-year member of FFA, demonstrating leadership, hard work, and commitment throughout his high school career.
We are proud of Tevis for his decision to serve our country and know he will continue to represent WL-S with pride. Thank you for your future service, and best of luck in this next chapter! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Tevis Cox, who will enter the United States Army Reserves after graduation!
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Tevis was a dedicated four-year member of FFA, demonstrating leadership, hard work, and commitment throughout his high school career.
We are proud of Tevis for his decision to serve our country and know he will continue to represent WL-S with pride. Thank you for your future service, and best of luck in this next chapter! 🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Mason Helms 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Mason Helms, who will pursue a career in music after graduation! 🎶
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Mason was a dedicated member of both the marching band and jazz band for all four years of high school. His passion for music, commitment to his craft, and contributions to our performing arts programs have helped make a lasting impact on our school community.
We are proud of Mason and excited to see where his musical journey takes him in the future. Best of luck in this next chapter! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Mason Helms, who will pursue a career in music after graduation! 🎶
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Mason was a dedicated member of both the marching band and jazz band for all four years of high school. His passion for music, commitment to his craft, and contributions to our performing arts programs have helped make a lasting impact on our school community.
We are proud of Mason and excited to see where his musical journey takes him in the future. Best of luck in this next chapter! 🧡🐾
📸✨ Prom Picture Ordering Information ✨📸
Families and students now have the opportunity to purchase professional prom photos taken during this year’s prom festivities!
Our photographer captured many special moments throughout the evening, and we are excited to offer these high-quality images for purchase as keepsakes from a memorable night.
📷 Ordering information and photo galleries can be found here:
https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001392486
Thank you to everyone who helped make Prom 2026 such a wonderful evening for our students! 🧡🖤
Families and students now have the opportunity to purchase professional prom photos taken during this year’s prom festivities!
Our photographer captured many special moments throughout the evening, and we are excited to offer these high-quality images for purchase as keepsakes from a memorable night.
📷 Ordering information and photo galleries can be found here:
https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001392486
Thank you to everyone who helped make Prom 2026 such a wonderful evening for our students! 🧡🖤
💬🧡 Parenting a Teen? You’re Not Alone. 🧡💬
Maybe you are a parent of a teen… maybe you know one… or maybe it’s coming soon.
Join the Understanding Your Teen: Parent Engagement Series—a 6-part series focused on teen mental health, communication, and building stronger families. Led by parents with real-life experience, this is a safe, judgment-free space for honest conversations and practical support.
✨ What you’ll gain:
• Real conversations with other parents
• Tools to better support your teen
• Guidance navigating challenges
• A supportive, welcoming environment
🧠 Topics include:
April 14 – The Secret Life of a Teenager
May 12 – Inside the Teenage Brain
June 16 – Communication That Breaks Walls
July 21 – Root Causes of Teen Depression
August 18 – Crisis Mapping
September 15 – Building Resilient Families
📅 View details: https://www.mhdas.org/calendar.html
📝 Register: https://forms.office.com/r/fpfSD15nXK
💚 Please share—because no parent should have to figure this out alone.
#TigerPride
Maybe you are a parent of a teen… maybe you know one… or maybe it’s coming soon.
Join the Understanding Your Teen: Parent Engagement Series—a 6-part series focused on teen mental health, communication, and building stronger families. Led by parents with real-life experience, this is a safe, judgment-free space for honest conversations and practical support.
✨ What you’ll gain:
• Real conversations with other parents
• Tools to better support your teen
• Guidance navigating challenges
• A supportive, welcoming environment
🧠 Topics include:
April 14 – The Secret Life of a Teenager
May 12 – Inside the Teenage Brain
June 16 – Communication That Breaks Walls
July 21 – Root Causes of Teen Depression
August 18 – Crisis Mapping
September 15 – Building Resilient Families
📅 View details: https://www.mhdas.org/calendar.html
📝 Register: https://forms.office.com/r/fpfSD15nXK
💚 Please share—because no parent should have to figure this out alone.
#TigerPride
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Sadie Paul 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Sadie Paul, who will continue her academic and athletic career at Muskingum University where she will major in Education and compete on the bowling team! 🎳📚
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Sadie was involved in bowling, Drama Club for all four years, Link Crew, and National Honor Society. Her dedication to academics, athletics, leadership, and the arts has made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Sadie and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Muskingum! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Sadie Paul, who will continue her academic and athletic career at Muskingum University where she will major in Education and compete on the bowling team! 🎳📚
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Sadie was involved in bowling, Drama Club for all four years, Link Crew, and National Honor Society. Her dedication to academics, athletics, leadership, and the arts has made a positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Sadie and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Muskingum! 🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Lydia Schmidt 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Lydia Schmidt, who will attend Wingate University where she will major in Biology and continue her athletic career on the Color Guard team! 🏳️🔬
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Lydia was involved in swim team, color guard, Drama Club, FFA, ROX, Student Council, Spanish Club, Key Club, and Book Club. Her involvement across academics, leadership, athletics, and the arts reflects her dedication and positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Lydia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Wingate! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Lydia Schmidt, who will attend Wingate University where she will major in Biology and continue her athletic career on the Color Guard team! 🏳️🔬
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Lydia was involved in swim team, color guard, Drama Club, FFA, ROX, Student Council, Spanish Club, Key Club, and Book Club. Her involvement across academics, leadership, athletics, and the arts reflects her dedication and positive impact on our school community.
We are proud of Lydia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Wingate! 🧡🐾
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