🎉🌾 CONGRATULATIONS 🌾🎉
to our Ohio FFA State Degree recipients:
🌟 Owen Barger
🌟 Shyanne McClintick
🌟 Ella Vondenhuevel
The State FFA Degree is one of the highest honors a member can achieve at the state level — a major milestone recognizing exceptional commitment, leadership, and involvement in agricultural education. It is awarded to only a small percentage of FFA members across the state!
🏆 What it takes:
✅ At least 2 years of active FFA membership
✅ Chapter FFA Degree
✅ Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE)
✅ Significant involvement in FFA programs and leadership opportunities
This degree represents dedication to personal growth, community service, and FFA leadership — and is a key step toward the prestigious American FFA Degree.
👏 A huge THANK YOU to:
🚍 Van Driver: Ashlee Smith
👩🏫 Chaperones: Cary Knotts & Kathy Smith
🙌 And everyone who supported and encouraged these students along the way!
💙💛 What a great trip with GREAT people — and an OUTSTANDING accomplishment for these three amazing students!
#OhioFFA #StateDegree #WLSFFA #Leadership #Agriculture #ProudMoment
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Jack ⚡🏈
Jack has made the most of his time at West Liberty-Salem as both a dedicated student and athlete! He participated in four years of football 🏈, four years of track and field 🏃♂️, and also served as a student helper.
After graduation, Jack will attend Bowling Green State University 🧡🦅 where he plans to major in Electrical Engineering!
Congratulations, Jack!
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #TigerPride
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Andrea 🎭🎳
Andrea has made the most of her time at West Liberty-Salem, participating in two years of bowling, Pages, Rox, and as a student helper! 🎳
After graduation, Andrea will join the workforce as a Veterinary Technician—combining her love for animals with her strong work ethic! 🐾🧡
Congrats, Andrea! 🎉
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #TigerPride
🎉 Congratulations to Mr. Brian Yoder! 🎉
West Liberty-Salem is proud to celebrate Mr. Brian Yoder, who has been honored as one of Quest Federal Credit Union’s 2025 Teachers of the Year! This award recognizes educators who go above and beyond to inspire, lead, and make a lasting impact in their classrooms and communities.
Mr. Yoder’s dedication to his students and commitment to excellence exemplify the very best of WLS. We’re grateful for his passion and the positive influence he brings to our school every day.
👏 Please join us in congratulating Mr. Yoder on this well-deserved recognition!
Read more about the Quest Federal Credit Union's Teachers of the Year here: https://www.peakofohio.com/featured-news/quest-federal-credit-union-awards-2025-teacher-of-the-year
#WLSProud #TeacherOfTheYear #TigerPride
Tonight's baseball and softball games at Cedarville have been canceled.
The softball game has been rescheduled for May 17th, at 11:00 AM, at Cedarville.
A new date for the baseball game has not yet been determined.
🎉 Congratulations to our April Middle School Students of the Month! 🎉
West Liberty-Salem Middle School is proud to recognize the following students for their outstanding character, leadership, and effort:
🧡 8th Grade: Rhyla Branham & Logan Behlmer
🖤 7th Grade: Sophia Jackson & Wyatt Phelps
🧡 6th Grade: Zoey Richardson & Noah Tomlin
Please help us celebrate this great group of students! Way to go, Tigers! Keep up the great work! 🐾👏
#StudentOfTheMonth #WLSTigers #TigerPride #WLSMiddleSchool
Hey, WL-S Choir alumni from the Classes of 2023 & 2024! 🎓🎤
We’re bringing back a tradition, and we want YOU to join us!
The Varsity Choir is inviting you to take the stage one more time to sing "I'll Be On My Way" with the current choir on Wednesday, May 7th at 6:00 PM!
📍 Meet in the choir room at 5:20 PM for a quick rehearsal.
🎵 The alumni performance will be the grand finale of the concert!
Let’s make it a night to remember — reunite with old friends, relive the music, and help us close the concert on a high note!
This invitation is just for alumni from the Classes of 2023 and 2024!
To RSVP or ask any questions, please reach out to Mr. Schaufelberger via email! 🎶
#WLSProud #ChoirFamily #OnceAChoirKidAlwaysAChoirKid #AlumniSpotlight #SingWithUs #TigerPride
🌧️ Prom March Update 🌧️
We’re so sorry to share that due to the rain and wet walking and parking conditions, WLS is canceling this evening’s Prom March. We know this tradition is special, and we truly regret the change.
Valet parking will still be available for attendees, and prom will continue as planned from 6:30–10:00 PM.
With the cancellation of Prom March, we kindly ask that no parents or spectators visit the prom venue tonight. Thank you for your understanding and support.
We look forward to a memorable and fun evening for everyone attending! 💃🕺💫
🐾Melvin to the rescue! 🐾
Our favorite furry friend made his Friday rounds just in time for some post-state testing snuggles! Melvin, our resident therapy dog, brought smiles, tail wags, and a whole lot of comfort to students who gave their all this week. 🐶✨
Nothing like a little puppy love to end a big week on a high note! #MelvinTheTherapyDog #PawsitiveVibes #TestWeekHero
🐾📚 Book Buddies on a Mission! 📚🐾
Our 1st graders are gearing up for their exciting zoo field trip and needed a little help researching their favorite animals. Lucky for them, their 4th grade Book Buddies stepped in to save the day! 🦁🐧🦓
With big hearts and minds, the 4th graders showed their younger friends how to navigate quality resources and dig up all the wild facts they could find. We love seeing these sweet partnerships in action—learning is always better together! 💛👫💻 #BookBuddies #ZooTripPrep #WildAboutLearning
🏆 West Liberty-Salem Hosts Annual Breakfast of Champions to Celebrate Academic Excellence This morning, West Liberty-Salem Elementary proudly hosted its annual Breakfast of Champions, honoring the outstanding achievements of our fourth and fifth-grade students. The event recognized those who have demonstrated consistent academic excellence and strong character throughout the school year. Students were joined by their families for a celebratory breakfast and recognition ceremony. Guests enjoyed a light meal while hearing uplifting remarks from Principal Mr. Hollar, who commended the students’ dedication, work ethic, and positive contributions to the school community. This year’s event featured a special moment as Daniel Neer, Isabella Hardwick, Craig Stanford, and Akira Whitman, West Liberty-Salem’s 2025 Valedictorians, delivered the keynote address. Their message of perseverance, goal-setting, and encouragement served as a meaningful inspiration to the younger students being honored. The Breakfast of Champions is a cherished tradition at West Liberty-Salem, providing an opportunity to celebrate the growth and accomplishments of our students, and to recognize the support of families and staff who help make their success possible. 📸 Congratulations to all of our Champions—you make WLS proud! The following students were recognized: 4th Grade: Ozzy Anders Rylan Baggett Kinsley Brentlinger Lily Brookman Tahlia Buck Kaylee Bumbalough Cy Campbell Carter Christison Catie Dagger Owen Dallas Elliott Deitrick Laney Dunn Peyton Ferryman Allison Finch Alton Hess Lucas Holliday Seely Jenkins Graham Jenkins Georgia Kromer Martina Ling Braxton Mathews Izzy McCall Sunny McConnell Hudson McGuire Eliana Park Elijah Sarver Gideon Smucker Bailey Stafford Jaely Stokes Lance Studebaker Leah Thoman Athena Towns Eli Walters Scarlett Watson Benjamin Yeater 5th Grade: Calvin Cotrell Brooklyn Courant Maddax Dobberstein Isaac Falloon Addison Falloon Charlie Freehauf Josey Fullenkamp Joel Hoover Loralye Jones Olivia Kauffman Parker Knight Reuel Matthews Kynslie McIntosh Delaney Morris Quinn Phelps Williams Roberts Hayes Robison Claire Shivley Annabelle Smith Neema Smucker Bentley Sullivan Leah Symmat Jack Troyer Charlotte Turner Akenza Whitman Corinne Wright
📣 Date Change: Lunch with Your Senior! 🎓🥪
Due to a scheduling conflict with senior exams, Lunch with Your Senior has been moved to Tuesday, May 13th from 12:00–1:00 PM
Please make note of the new date and join us for this special time to celebrate your senior!
🗓️ We’ve also attached a list of upcoming events for both seniors and HS students—so mark your calendars and get ready for Maycember (ya know, like December but with fewer snacks and no twinkle lights 🎄✨😉). It’s a busy, exciting month ahead!
#LunchWithYourSenior #ClassOf2025 #WLSStrong #MaycemberMadness #MarkYourCalendars #TigerPride
🎉 Happy National Physical Education Week! 🏃♂️🏀💪
This week, we celebrate the importance of physical activity, lifelong fitness, and the incredible impact of physical education on our students’ overall well-being. From team sports to personal fitness goals, PE plays a vital role in building strong bodies and confident minds!
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing PE teachers — Kim Hollar, Mike Louden, and Ben Dobberstein — for their energy, encouragement, and dedication to keeping our Tigers moving, learning, and growing every day! 🧡🐾
Let’s keep moving, Tigers! 🏃♀️💥
#NationalPEWeek #ThankYouPETeachers #TigerPride #HealthyHabits #MoveLearnGrow
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Aidon Koons🎓
Aidon has made the most of his time at West Liberty-Salem, staying involved in FFA 🌱, French Club, and served as an aide for the Fighting Tigers Marching Band! 🧡🖤
After graduation, Aidon will enter the workforce for a year before attending Wright State University, where he plans to pursue a career in medicine 🩺🧠.
Congratulations!🚀
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #WLSProud
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Anna 📣⚽🎶
Anna has truly made the most of her time at West Liberty-Salem, participating in basketball 🏀, soccer ⚽, and cheerleading! Anna also participated in the musical 🎭, choir 🎶, FFA 🌾, Mock Trial ⚖️, and Chess Club ♟️.
After graduation, Anna will attend Cedarville University, where she plans to major in Business 💼💛.
Congratulations!🌟
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #WLSProud
Mark your calendars!
We’re hosting our final 'Lunch with a Loved One', on Thursday, May 15—and it’s all about celebrating our amazing Senior Class! 🎓 Seniors and their family members are invited to enjoy a full hour of lunch outside (weather permitting) ☀️, complete with yard games 🎯 and plenty of memory-making moments.
Don’t worry—Lunch with Your Student will be back this fall for all grade levels! 🍎
Who's ready for some sunshine and celebration? 🧺🎉
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Marley Myers 🏌️♀️🛍️
Marley has made the most of her time at West Liberty-Salem, staying active in both academics and extracurriculars! 🧡 She’s been involved in golf ⛳, volleyball 🏐, Chess Club ♟️, Key Club 🔑, Spanish Club 🇪🇸, ROX 💪, and is a proud member of the National Honor Society 🎓.
After graduation, Marley will enter the workforce and plans to pursue a career in the retail industry! 🛒✨
Congratulations! 🌟
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #WLSProud
🎉 Congratulations to WLS/OHP senior Alyssa Mueller! 🎉
Alyssa has been named one of Ohio Hi-Point Career Center’s Student of the Month in the Health Careers Academy program. She was recognized for her leadership, dependability, work ethic, communication and teamwork skills, problem-solving, and trustworthiness.
Alyssa will also be honored during the 2025 Ohio Hi-Point Convocation Ceremony, where she will help lead the processional.
Way to go, Alyssa! 👏🧡🖤
📸 See the full list of honorees and photos here:
https://bellefontaine.ohiodailydigital.com/youth-scene/ohio-hi-point-recognizes-2024-25-students-of-the-month?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR6H-5P7LgxVNlOXUmFYCKlaPIXAnzKIkgjzCoru0-7MulA83gqteUpvGEIMpA_aem_00dphCujrZepo8hPt2Pqww
Mrs. Stayrook’s first graders put on their scientist hats this week and explored the differences between living and nonliving things 🧪🪱! They observed, touched, and compared gummy worms vs. earthworms in a fun hands-on lab. The best part? A sweet gummy worm treat to wrap up the lesson! 🍬🐛 Great job, first grade scientists!
📚 Seventh grader Foster King recently donated a meaningful addition to our school library — Beside Me! by his uncle, Michael E. Ramsey.
This heartfelt memoir chronicles the life of Eric Ramsey, a young man born with a heart defect and cognitive challenges. Told through the perspective of his father, the book offers an intimate look at Eric’s perseverance, the everyday experiences of their family, and the powerful bond between siblings.
We are grateful to Foster for sharing this inspiring story with our school community. The book can be checked out in our MS/HS library. 💛📖
