🚀 WL-S Student Receives Career Launch Grant to Grow Family Business Legacy 🧡🖤
West Liberty-Salem student Naaman Stidham was recently recognized as a recipient of a 2026 Career Launch Grant, receiving a $1,000 award to help establish his own business, Bayliss Home Improvement, while preparing alongside his siblings to continue the family business, Stidham’s Painting & Roofing, in the years ahead.
The Career Launch Grant Program celebrates students pursuing careers in skilled trades, manufacturing, healthcare, and other high-demand career fields throughout the region. Naaman represented Ohio Hi-Point and West Liberty-Salem in the Construction/Skilled Trades category.
The presentation ceremony included representatives from the Logan County Chamber, Midwest Regional ESC, Logan County leadership, and the Ohio legislature. Pictured with Naaman are Ben Vollrath of the Logan County Chamber, State Representative Tim Barhorst, Kennedie Goubeaux from Senator Susan Manchester’s office, Molly Smith, HS Counselor, West Liberty-Salem and Hayden Stidham, Naaman’s oldest brother, who represented Stidham’s Painting & Roofing during the presentation.
We are proud to celebrate Naaman’s hard work, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to carrying on a strong family tradition in the skilled trades. Congratulations, Naaman! 🔨🏠👏
🎉 Our 7th graders enjoyed an afternoon full of laughs, memories, and celebration during their End-of-the-Year Awards & Superlatives Celebration! From recognizing accomplishments to sharing fun superlatives, it was a great way to celebrate an amazing year together. We are so proud of this group and all they’ve accomplished this year. Here’s to a fantastic summer and an exciting journey into 8th grade! 🧡🖤
📣 COACHING POSITION OPENING 📣
West Liberty-Salem Local School District is seeking qualified applicants for the following position:
🏐 High School Freshman/JVB Volleyball Coach
This is an important leadership opportunity within our athletic department. We are looking for a coach who will lead our JVB volleyball program with energy, integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to student-athlete development.
The ideal candidate will bring volleyball and coaching knowledge, leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and a clear understanding of how to build a positive, competitive, education-based program. Preferred applicants will have prior playing and coaching experience in volleyball, effective communication and leadership skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with student-athletes, families, and the community while representing West Liberty-Salem in a first-class manner.
Interested applicants should submit a digital portfolio including a resume and relevant coaching experience to:
Morgan Sullivan, Athletic Director
msullivan@wlstigers.org
West Liberty-Salem Local School District is seeking qualified applicants for the following position:
🏐 High School Freshman/JVB Volleyball Coach
This is an important leadership opportunity within our athletic department. We are looking for a coach who will lead our JVB volleyball program with energy, integrity, professionalism, and a strong commitment to student-athlete development.
The ideal candidate will bring volleyball and coaching knowledge, leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and a clear understanding of how to build a positive, competitive, education-based program. Preferred applicants will have prior playing and coaching experience in volleyball, effective communication and leadership skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with student-athletes, families, and the community while representing West Liberty-Salem in a first-class manner.
Interested applicants should submit a digital portfolio including a resume and relevant coaching experience to:
Morgan Sullivan, Athletic Director
msullivan@wlstigers.org
🎓🧡 Today we celebrated the Class of 2030 at their 8th Grade Recognition Ceremony! From White Tiger Awards and department honors to Superintendent Award recognition, it was a special morning honoring the accomplishments, leadership, and bright futures of this outstanding class.
Read more and see the full list of award recipients on our website! 🖤
https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2928099
Read more and see the full list of award recipients on our website! 🖤
https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2928099
⚾️⚾️Come and support the Tigers tonight in tournament action! Tickets are available at the gate and online. No passes will be accepted. ⚾️⚾️
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🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Dallas Koons 🖤🧡
After graduation, Dallas Koons will attend Hobart Institute of Welding Technology to continue his education and training.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Dallas was a four-year member of FFA and played four years of baseball. His dedication, hard work, and commitment to both academics and extracurriculars have made a positive impact throughout his high school career.
We are proud of Dallas and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
After graduation, Dallas Koons will attend Hobart Institute of Welding Technology to continue his education and training.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Dallas was a four-year member of FFA and played four years of baseball. His dedication, hard work, and commitment to both academics and extracurriculars have made a positive impact throughout his high school career.
We are proud of Dallas and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Jake Lauck 🖤🧡
Jake Lauck recently signed with the Ohio Air National Guard and will proudly continue his journey in military service after graduation.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Jake was involved in soccer, track and field, football, wrestling, basketball, Link Crew, Key Club, and Student Council, where he also served as a class officer. His leadership, dedication, and willingness to serve others made a lasting impact on the WL-S community.
We are proud of Jake for his commitment to serving something bigger than himself and are excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations, Jake! 🧡🖤
Jake Lauck recently signed with the Ohio Air National Guard and will proudly continue his journey in military service after graduation.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Jake was involved in soccer, track and field, football, wrestling, basketball, Link Crew, Key Club, and Student Council, where he also served as a class officer. His leadership, dedication, and willingness to serve others made a lasting impact on the WL-S community.
We are proud of Jake for his commitment to serving something bigger than himself and are excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations, Jake! 🧡🖤
🦋☀️ Third grade had a beautiful day for a butterfly release!
After spending time learning all about the butterfly life cycle, students had the exciting opportunity to watch metamorphosis happen right before their eyes, from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly! Today, they celebrated by releasing their butterflies and watching them take flight.
Hands-on learning moments like this are what students will remember for years to come! 🧡🖤
After spending time learning all about the butterfly life cycle, students had the exciting opportunity to watch metamorphosis happen right before their eyes, from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly! Today, they celebrated by releasing their butterflies and watching them take flight.
Hands-on learning moments like this are what students will remember for years to come! 🧡🖤
📣 INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING 📣
West Liberty-Salem Local School District has the following position open for the 2026-2027 school year:
🍎 Middle School Intervention Specialist
Interested candidates who hold the proper certification should contact:
Andy McGill, Middle School Principal
amcgill@wlstigers.org
(937) 465-1060
📅 Deadline to Apply: June 1, 2026
West Liberty-Salem Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.
West Liberty-Salem Local School District has the following position open for the 2026-2027 school year:
🍎 Middle School Intervention Specialist
Interested candidates who hold the proper certification should contact:
Andy McGill, Middle School Principal
amcgill@wlstigers.org
(937) 465-1060
📅 Deadline to Apply: June 1, 2026
West Liberty-Salem Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.
⚾ Congratulations to our Ohio Heritage Conference North Division Baseball All-OHC Team honorees! 🧡🖤
⚾ First Team
Isaac Sertell
J.J. Johnson
⚾ Honorable Mention
Joey Johnson
Braden Hershberger
Reese Oder
⚾ Sportsmanship Award
Tucker Searles
We are proud of these athletes for their hard work, dedication, and representation of West Liberty-Salem throughout the season. Congratulations on a well-deserved honor! 🧡🖤
⚾ First Team
Isaac Sertell
J.J. Johnson
⚾ Honorable Mention
Joey Johnson
Braden Hershberger
Reese Oder
⚾ Sportsmanship Award
Tucker Searles
We are proud of these athletes for their hard work, dedication, and representation of West Liberty-Salem throughout the season. Congratulations on a well-deserved honor! 🧡🖤
🏆🥎 Congratulations to our Ohio Heritage Conference North Division Softball All-OHC Team honorees! 🧡🖤
🥎 First Team
Kiersten Stoll
🥎 Second Team
Olivia Reichardt
Emma Liggett
🥎 Honorable Mention
Emily King
Ashlyn Yeater
🥎 Sportsmanship Award
Kaylee Blair
We are proud of these athletes for their hard work, dedication, and representation of West Liberty-Salem throughout the season. Congratulations on a well-deserved honor! 🧡🖤
🥎 First Team
Kiersten Stoll
🥎 Second Team
Olivia Reichardt
Emma Liggett
🥎 Honorable Mention
Emily King
Ashlyn Yeater
🥎 Sportsmanship Award
Kaylee Blair
We are proud of these athletes for their hard work, dedication, and representation of West Liberty-Salem throughout the season. Congratulations on a well-deserved honor! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Isaac Sertell 🖤🧡
Isaac Sertell will attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University where he will major in elementary education while continuing his baseball career.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Isaac was involved in baseball, football, three years of FFA, Spanish Club, Key Club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. His leadership, involvement, and dedication to both academics and athletics have made a lasting impact on the WL-S community.
We are proud of Isaac and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at MVNU! 🧡🖤
Isaac Sertell will attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University where he will major in elementary education while continuing his baseball career.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Isaac was involved in baseball, football, three years of FFA, Spanish Club, Key Club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. His leadership, involvement, and dedication to both academics and athletics have made a lasting impact on the WL-S community.
We are proud of Isaac and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at MVNU! 🧡🖤
🎳☀️ 7th Grade Bowling Fun! ☀️🎳
Our 7th graders celebrated the end of the school year with a day full of fun, laughter, and memories at Southwest Bowl and Melvin Miller Park! From friendly competition on the lanes to nonstop smile, the bowling alley was packed with excitement.
After lunch, students enjoyed a beautiful afternoon at the park, walking, playing, laughing, and soaking up time together as a class.
Next year, they’ll be 8th graders. But right now, they’re still in that sweet spot in the middle of it all… and we’re holding onto these moments just a little bit longer. 🧡🖤 #WLSTigers
🎒🌍 Book Bag Project - Help Us Make a Difference! 🌍🎒
West Liberty-Salem is collecting new and gently used book bags and lunch bags for children in Manya Krobo, Ghana now through the last day of school.
Donations can be dropped off in:
📍 Elementary Lobby
📍 Middle School 6/7 Hallway
As a reminder, students may leave empty backpacks on the last day of school to donate.
This is a great opportunity to give back and make a meaningful impact on students across the world. Thank you for your support! For questions, contact BethAnn Jackson at cct.urbana@yahoo.com🧡🐾
West Liberty-Salem is collecting new and gently used book bags and lunch bags for children in Manya Krobo, Ghana now through the last day of school.
Donations can be dropped off in:
📍 Elementary Lobby
📍 Middle School 6/7 Hallway
As a reminder, students may leave empty backpacks on the last day of school to donate.
This is a great opportunity to give back and make a meaningful impact on students across the world. Thank you for your support! For questions, contact BethAnn Jackson at cct.urbana@yahoo.com🧡🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Emma Gilbert 🖤🧡
Emma Gilbert will continue in the workforce after graduation where she will be working for Goodwill.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Emma was a member of the choir. Her kindness, positive spirit, and dedication have made her a valued part of the WL-S community.
We are proud of Emma and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
Emma Gilbert will continue in the workforce after graduation where she will be working for Goodwill.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Emma was a member of the choir. Her kindness, positive spirit, and dedication have made her a valued part of the WL-S community.
We are proud of Emma and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
🎓🧡 Commencement Information - Class of 2026 🖤🎓
West Liberty-Salem will celebrate the Class of 2026 during its Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 24, at 7:00 PM in the High School Gymnasium.
Graduates should arrive at 6:00 PM and report to the cafetorium. The gymnasium will also open for guests at 6:00 PM.
There is no limit to the number of guests each graduate may invite. Both bleacher and floor seating will be available.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our seniors, their families, and our community! 🧡🖤
West Liberty-Salem will celebrate the Class of 2026 during its Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 24, at 7:00 PM in the High School Gymnasium.
Graduates should arrive at 6:00 PM and report to the cafetorium. The gymnasium will also open for guests at 6:00 PM.
There is no limit to the number of guests each graduate may invite. Both bleacher and floor seating will be available.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our seniors, their families, and our community! 🧡🖤
Caught a few seniors still on campus today taking part in one of our favorite time-honored traditions… painting their senior bricks. 🧡🖤
Each brick tells a story, showcasing the creativity, personality, memories, and legacy these students leave behind at WL-S. We always love seeing the unique ways our seniors choose to make their mark and be remembered for years to come. 🎨🐾
🐾📚 Building Confidence One Story at a Time 🧡🖤
This year, students in Mrs. Mazza’s E & I class set a goal to boost their reading confidence, and with the help of Mrs. Perdue and everyone’s favorite four-legged friend, Melvin, they did just that!
Each Friday during the last three quarters, students visited Mrs. Perdue and Melvin in small groups to practice reading aloud in a comfortable, encouraging environment. What started with nervous voices and short reading passages quickly transformed into excitement, confidence, and students asking each week if they could go read to Melvin again.
The growth was incredible. Nervous tears turned into proud tears as students realized just how much progress they had made in such a short time. Melvin’s friendly face and furry ears provided comfort, encouragement, and a judgment-free listener who helped students believe in themselves.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Perdue for so generously sharing her time, and Melvin, to support our students and reinforce the important work happening in Mrs. Mazza’s classroom each day.
No matter your age, Melvin’s wagging tail and loving personality have a way of making a lasting impact. Thank you to Mrs. Perdue, Melvin, and our administration for making opportunities like this possible for our students! 🐶📖
This year, students in Mrs. Mazza’s E & I class set a goal to boost their reading confidence, and with the help of Mrs. Perdue and everyone’s favorite four-legged friend, Melvin, they did just that!
Each Friday during the last three quarters, students visited Mrs. Perdue and Melvin in small groups to practice reading aloud in a comfortable, encouraging environment. What started with nervous voices and short reading passages quickly transformed into excitement, confidence, and students asking each week if they could go read to Melvin again.
The growth was incredible. Nervous tears turned into proud tears as students realized just how much progress they had made in such a short time. Melvin’s friendly face and furry ears provided comfort, encouragement, and a judgment-free listener who helped students believe in themselves.
A huge thank you to Mrs. Perdue for so generously sharing her time, and Melvin, to support our students and reinforce the important work happening in Mrs. Mazza’s classroom each day.
No matter your age, Melvin’s wagging tail and loving personality have a way of making a lasting impact. Thank you to Mrs. Perdue, Melvin, and our administration for making opportunities like this possible for our students! 🐶📖
🏆✨ The FINAL Gold Card winners of the year have officially been drawn! ✨🏆
This morning’s episode of “Gold Card ‘Friday’” ended with LOTS of excitement as our grand prize winners were announced! Any elementary student who earned a Gold Card throughout the school year was entered into today’s drawing, and the prize choices are AMAZING! 🎉⚾🦁🌊
Winners will bring home a flyer to review prize options with their families, including:
⚾ Major League Baseball games
🦁 A zoo adventure
🌊 Zoombezi Bay
🎟️ And MORE awesome experiences!
🎉 Congratulations to our grand prize winners:
🧡 Louis Gieseke
🖤 Shealee Pendleton
🧡 Cohen Reasoner (absent today)
🖤 Gwen Williams
🧡 Ava Creviston
🖤 Stratton Yeater
🧡 Sadie Neer
🖤 Raylind Shafer
🧡 Lucas Brenner
🖤 Kali Murphy
🧡 Desmond Lucas
🖤 Scarlett Collier
We are SO proud of all of our elementary students for showing kindness, responsibility, leadership, and Tiger pride all year long. What a fantastic way to celebrate an incredible school year! 🐾🧡🖤 #WLSTigers #GoldCardFriday #TigerPride
Due to probability of rain and storms this evening, WLS Senior Sunset is being moved to Thursday from 7pm - Dark.
