🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Naaman Stidham 🖤🧡
Naaman Stidham plans to continue working in the family business, Stidham Painting and Roofing, while also growing his own company, Bayliss Construction, after graduation.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Naaman especially enjoyed being part of the football program. Reflecting on his experience, Naaman shared, “I’ve made many brothers through that sport and I’ll never forget them.”
We are proud of Naaman and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career endeavors! 🧡🖤
Naaman Stidham plans to continue working in the family business, Stidham Painting and Roofing, while also growing his own company, Bayliss Construction, after graduation.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Naaman especially enjoyed being part of the football program. Reflecting on his experience, Naaman shared, “I’ve made many brothers through that sport and I’ll never forget them.”
We are proud of Naaman and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career endeavors! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Malia Miller 🖤🧡
Malia Miller will enter the workforce after graduation where she will begin working as an estimator for a landscaping company.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Malia was involved in cross country, track and field, musical, Key Club, and FFA. Her hard work, creativity, and dedication to staying involved have made a positive impact both in and out of the classroom.
We are proud of Malia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in your future career! 🧡🖤
Malia Miller will enter the workforce after graduation where she will begin working as an estimator for a landscaping company.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Malia was involved in cross country, track and field, musical, Key Club, and FFA. Her hard work, creativity, and dedication to staying involved have made a positive impact both in and out of the classroom.
We are proud of Malia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in your future career! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Olivia Deere 🖤🧡
Olivia Deere will attend Clark State College where she will pursue a career in nursing.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Olivia was involved in basketball, volleyball, bowling, track and field, FFA, and Prom Committee. Her dedication, school spirit, and willingness to stay involved made a positive impact throughout her high school career.
We are proud of Olivia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
Olivia Deere will attend Clark State College where she will pursue a career in nursing.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Olivia was involved in basketball, volleyball, bowling, track and field, FFA, and Prom Committee. Her dedication, school spirit, and willingness to stay involved made a positive impact throughout her high school career.
We are proud of Olivia and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! 🧡🖤
⚾🧡 Senior Night Update 🖤⚾
The Varsity Baseball Team will officially, and finally, celebrate their seniors tomorrow in a newly added matchup against Miami East on Tuesday, May 19!
Senior Night festivities will begin at 5:00 PM, with first pitch scheduled for 5:30 PM. Join us as we recognize our senior Tigers for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to the program! 🧡🖤
The Varsity Baseball Team will officially, and finally, celebrate their seniors tomorrow in a newly added matchup against Miami East on Tuesday, May 19!
Senior Night festivities will begin at 5:00 PM, with first pitch scheduled for 5:30 PM. Join us as we recognize our senior Tigers for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to the program! 🧡🖤
🏆📚 Congratulations to West Liberty-Salem High School teacher Andy Cotrell on being named a recipient of the Quest Federal Credit Union Logan County Teacher of the Year Award!
Quest Federal Credit Union held its annual Teacher of the Year celebration on Friday afternoon at Bella Vino Events & Wine Room, recognizing outstanding educators from across the region who make a lasting impact on their students and communities.
Mr. Cotrell, who teaches several sections of high school algebra courses at West Liberty-Salem, was nominated by his students, Cooper Titus and Mckayla Reames, for the care, humility, and accountability he shows to every student, not just those who sit in his classroom each day.
Students shared that “Mr. Cotrell goes above and beyond every day. He is dedicated to his students and West Liberty-Salem as a whole and goes out of his way to not only teach math, but also basic life and job skills that show us we can do anything after high school.”
They also praised the way he encourages every student to value their future path, whether that means continuing their education or entering the workforce directly after graduation.
At WL-S, we know great teachers do more than teach content. They build confidence, character, and connections that last a lifetime. Mr. Cotrell’s impact reaches far beyond algebra, and this recognition is incredibly well deserved.
Congratulations, Mr. Cotrell, and thank you for the difference you make in the lives of our students every single day! 🧡🖤
Quest Federal Credit Union held its annual Teacher of the Year celebration on Friday afternoon at Bella Vino Events & Wine Room, recognizing outstanding educators from across the region who make a lasting impact on their students and communities.
Mr. Cotrell, who teaches several sections of high school algebra courses at West Liberty-Salem, was nominated by his students, Cooper Titus and Mckayla Reames, for the care, humility, and accountability he shows to every student, not just those who sit in his classroom each day.
Students shared that “Mr. Cotrell goes above and beyond every day. He is dedicated to his students and West Liberty-Salem as a whole and goes out of his way to not only teach math, but also basic life and job skills that show us we can do anything after high school.”
They also praised the way he encourages every student to value their future path, whether that means continuing their education or entering the workforce directly after graduation.
At WL-S, we know great teachers do more than teach content. They build confidence, character, and connections that last a lifetime. Mr. Cotrell’s impact reaches far beyond algebra, and this recognition is incredibly well deserved.
Congratulations, Mr. Cotrell, and thank you for the difference you make in the lives of our students every single day! 🧡🖤
🥞🧡 A Sweet Surprise for Mrs. Sanborn! 🖤🥞
Mrs. Sanborn was celebrated in the sweetest way this morning as her kindergarten team, paraprofessionals, and students surprised her with a special picnic breakfast filled with pancakes, fruit, and lots of love!
As Mrs. Sanborn prepares for retirement, her students and coworkers wanted to make sure she knew just how much she means to them. From the smiles and hugs to the thoughtful celebration, it was clear she has made a lasting impact on so many little lives over the years! 🧡🖤
Mrs. Sanborn was celebrated in the sweetest way this morning as her kindergarten team, paraprofessionals, and students surprised her with a special picnic breakfast filled with pancakes, fruit, and lots of love!
As Mrs. Sanborn prepares for retirement, her students and coworkers wanted to make sure she knew just how much she means to them. From the smiles and hugs to the thoughtful celebration, it was clear she has made a lasting impact on so many little lives over the years! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Noah Boyd 🖤🧡
Noah Boyd will attend Clark State College after graduation where he will pursue a degree in Addiction Services.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Noah was involved in FCCLA, Choir, and Pages. His compassion, leadership, and dedication to helping others have made a positive impact throughout his high school years.
We are proud of Noah and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter as he works toward a career serving and supporting others. Congratulations, Noah! 🧡🖤
Noah Boyd will attend Clark State College after graduation where he will pursue a degree in Addiction Services.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Noah was involved in FCCLA, Choir, and Pages. His compassion, leadership, and dedication to helping others have made a positive impact throughout his high school years.
We are proud of Noah and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter as he works toward a career serving and supporting others. Congratulations, Noah! 🧡🖤
🎒🌍 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🧡🐾
#TigerPride #ServeOthers
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🧡🐾
#TigerPride #ServeOthers
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Sophia Sprinkle 🖤🧡
Sophia Sprinkle will enter the workforce after graduation while also pursuing a career in massage therapy.
Sophia’s kindness, determination, and commitment to building her future have prepared her well for this next chapter. We are excited to see where life takes her as she begins working toward a career helping and caring for others.
We are proud of Sophia and wish her all the best in the future. Congratulations, Sophia! 🧡🖤
Sophia Sprinkle will enter the workforce after graduation while also pursuing a career in massage therapy.
Sophia’s kindness, determination, and commitment to building her future have prepared her well for this next chapter. We are excited to see where life takes her as she begins working toward a career helping and caring for others.
We are proud of Sophia and wish her all the best in the future. Congratulations, Sophia! 🧡🖤
🎓🧡 Senior Clap Out Livestream 🖤🎓
We’ll be livestreaming the Class of 2026 Senior Clap Out on Monday morning at approximately 8:05 AM right here on our page! Join us as we celebrate our seniors one last time as they walk the halls of West Liberty-Salem surrounded by cheers from students and staff!
Don’t worry if you can’t catch it live, the full video will be posted later! 🧡🖤
We’ll be livestreaming the Class of 2026 Senior Clap Out on Monday morning at approximately 8:05 AM right here on our page! Join us as we celebrate our seniors one last time as they walk the halls of West Liberty-Salem surrounded by cheers from students and staff!
Don’t worry if you can’t catch it live, the full video will be posted later! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Lucas Merriman 🖤🧡
Lucas Merriman will enter the workforce upon graduation as he pursues a career in construction.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Lucas was a member of both the wrestling and track and field teams. His toughness, work ethic, and dedication have helped him succeed in competition and will serve him well in the future.
We are proud of Lucas and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career! 🧡🖤
Lucas Merriman will enter the workforce upon graduation as he pursues a career in construction.
During his time at West Liberty-Salem, Lucas was a member of both the wrestling and track and field teams. His toughness, work ethic, and dedication have helped him succeed in competition and will serve him well in the future.
We are proud of Lucas and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Alayna Hackley 🖤🧡
Alayna Hackley will continue her career in welding while attending Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute to pursue a degree in Ag Business.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Alayna was a member of FFA before attending Ohio Hi-Point and has been a longtime member of 4-H. She has also enjoyed raising and showing livestock, demonstrating a strong work ethic and passion for agriculture along the way.
We are proud of Alayna and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career and college journey! 🧡🖤
Alayna Hackley will continue her career in welding while attending Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute to pursue a degree in Ag Business.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Alayna was a member of FFA before attending Ohio Hi-Point and has been a longtime member of 4-H. She has also enjoyed raising and showing livestock, demonstrating a strong work ethic and passion for agriculture along the way.
We are proud of Alayna and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck in your future career and college journey! 🧡🖤
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Chloe Griffith 🖤🧡
Chloe Griffith will attend Tiffin University where she will continue her athletic career as a member of the track and field team while pursuing a degree in physical therapy.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Chloe was a member of the track and field team, wrestling team, and a four-year member of FFA. Her hard work, determination, and willingness to take on new challenges have made a lasting impact both in athletics and beyond.
We are proud of Chloe and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Tiffin University! 🧡🖤
Chloe Griffith will attend Tiffin University where she will continue her athletic career as a member of the track and field team while pursuing a degree in physical therapy.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Chloe was a member of the track and field team, wrestling team, and a four-year member of FFA. Her hard work, determination, and willingness to take on new challenges have made a lasting impact both in athletics and beyond.
We are proud of Chloe and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at Tiffin University! 🧡🖤
⚾️ Schedule Update ⚾️
Due to weather adjustments, today’s JV and Varsity Baseball games have been moved to this afternoon. Senior Day festivities will take place at 2:00.
🧡 Varsity — 2:30 PM
🖤 Senior Day Recognition — prior to first pitch
🧡 JV — 4:30 PM
Come out and help us celebrate our seniors and cheer on the Tigers! 🐅
☀️ The countdown to summer break is on! ☀️
The last day of school for students is quickly approaching, and we are excited to celebrate another great year at West Liberty-Salem! 🧡🖤
Please read entirely for important Elem., MS, & HS info:
📅 Thursday, May 21 will be the final day of school for students.
Important reminders for the day:
🎓 8th Grade Promotion will take place at 8:30 AM in the High School Gym.
🎉 8th grade students will be released directly following the ceremony.
🕑 Elementary, Middle School, and any High School students who are not permitted to sign out after final exams or who ride the bus will be dismissed at 1:55 PM.
Thank you for a wonderful school year, and we wish all our students and families a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break! ☀️🐾
The last day of school for students is quickly approaching, and we are excited to celebrate another great year at West Liberty-Salem! 🧡🖤
Please read entirely for important Elem., MS, & HS info:
📅 Thursday, May 21 will be the final day of school for students.
Important reminders for the day:
🎓 8th Grade Promotion will take place at 8:30 AM in the High School Gym.
🎉 8th grade students will be released directly following the ceremony.
🕑 Elementary, Middle School, and any High School students who are not permitted to sign out after final exams or who ride the bus will be dismissed at 1:55 PM.
Thank you for a wonderful school year, and we wish all our students and families a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break! ☀️🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Elise Longshore 🖤🧡
Elise Longshore will attend University of North Carolina at Pembroke where she will continue her athletic career in pole vault while pursuing a degree in nursing.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Elise was a four-year member of the track and field team and an active member of FCA. Her dedication, perseverance, and competitive spirit have helped her soar to new heights both on and off the track.
We are proud of Elise and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at UNC Pembroke! 🧡🖤
Elise Longshore will attend University of North Carolina at Pembroke where she will continue her athletic career in pole vault while pursuing a degree in nursing.
During her time at West Liberty-Salem, Elise was a four-year member of the track and field team and an active member of FCA. Her dedication, perseverance, and competitive spirit have helped her soar to new heights both on and off the track.
We are proud of Elise and excited to see all she accomplishes in this next chapter. Best of luck at UNC Pembroke! 🧡🖤
⛳🧡🖤 Tee It Up for the Tigers! 🖤🧡⛳
The WL-S High School Golf Team is excited to host their First Annual Golf Scramble!
This event will serve as the team’s major fundraiser, helping support things like tournament fees, new equipment, memberships, and uniforms for our student-athletes.
Grab your friends, build a team, and come out for a great day on the course while supporting WL-S Golf! 🏌️♂️
📲 Visit https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/44824 to sign up today!
We appreciate your support of our Tigers! 🧡🐾
#TigerPride
The WL-S High School Golf Team is excited to host their First Annual Golf Scramble!
This event will serve as the team’s major fundraiser, helping support things like tournament fees, new equipment, memberships, and uniforms for our student-athletes.
Grab your friends, build a team, and come out for a great day on the course while supporting WL-S Golf! 🏌️♂️
📲 Visit https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/44824 to sign up today!
We appreciate your support of our Tigers! 🧡🐾
#TigerPride
🔥 The Tigers Softball team was also on fire Thursday night as they powered past Twin Valley South 22-8 in the opening round of tournament play! 🥎
Karlee Lucas led the offensive explosion with 4 RBIs, while the Tigers piled up 15 hits and stayed aggressive on the bases all game long. Emma Liggett earned the win in the circle as West Liberty-Salem advanced to the second round.
Congratulations to our Tigers on a huge tournament victory! 🧡🖤
Next up: likely a trip to Tri-Village on Tuesday! 🐾
🚨🚨 OHC RECORD ALERT!! 🚨🚨
What a night for West Liberty-Salem Track & Field at the OHC Championships! 🧡🖤
The boys 4x800 relay team of Zeke Longshore, Caleb Larson, Brayan Gullett, and Asher Cole blazed their way to a new OHC record with a time of 8:01.19! 🔥🏃♂️
And the excitement didn’t stop there…
🚨 OHC RECORD ALERT 🚨
The girls 4x100 relay team of Tori Douthwaite, Lea Brickerson, Gwen McCullough, and Chloe Griffith also set a new OHC record! 🙌🏼⚡
Congratulations to our Boys Track & Field team on clinching their SIXTH straight OHC Championship! 🏆
Shoutout as well to our Girls Track & Field team for an incredible performance and finishing as OHC Runner-Up! 👏
What an amazing night to be a Tiger! 🐾
What a night for West Liberty-Salem Track & Field at the OHC Championships! 🧡🖤
The boys 4x800 relay team of Zeke Longshore, Caleb Larson, Brayan Gullett, and Asher Cole blazed their way to a new OHC record with a time of 8:01.19! 🔥🏃♂️
And the excitement didn’t stop there…
🚨 OHC RECORD ALERT 🚨
The girls 4x100 relay team of Tori Douthwaite, Lea Brickerson, Gwen McCullough, and Chloe Griffith also set a new OHC record! 🙌🏼⚡
Congratulations to our Boys Track & Field team on clinching their SIXTH straight OHC Championship! 🏆
Shoutout as well to our Girls Track & Field team for an incredible performance and finishing as OHC Runner-Up! 👏
What an amazing night to be a Tiger! 🐾
🧡🖤 Senior Shoutout: Kamden Hissong 🖤🧡
Congratulations to Kamden Hissong, who will attend Miami University to major in Architecture! 🏛️✨
During high school, Kamden starred in the musical all four years, Link Crew, three years of show choir, marching band, choir, Calculus Club, Physics Club, National Honor Society, and 4 years on the varsity swim team, showcasing an incredible balance of creativity, academics, leadership, and involvement.
We are proud of Kamden and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. The future is bright! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to Kamden Hissong, who will attend Miami University to major in Architecture! 🏛️✨
During high school, Kamden starred in the musical all four years, Link Crew, three years of show choir, marching band, choir, Calculus Club, Physics Club, National Honor Society, and 4 years on the varsity swim team, showcasing an incredible balance of creativity, academics, leadership, and involvement.
We are proud of Kamden and excited to see all he accomplishes in this next chapter. The future is bright! 🧡🐾
