West Liberty-Salem Local School District

🚌 Our fantastic West Liberty-Salem Transportation Team is ready to roll into the new school year! On July 30th, our drivers completed their annual in-service training alongside fellow drivers from Champaign and Logan County—working together to meet Ohio’s requirement of at least four hours of yearly training. This important day covered a variety of essential safety topics, including: ✅ Railroad Crossing Safety & Post-Trip Procedures ✅ Severe Weather Planning & Group Trip Following ✅ Accident Protocols ✅ Pre-Trip “Seek-N-Find” Test ✅ Pick-Up/Drop-Off & Designated Place of Safety Review ✅ Mirror Grid/Following Distance Techniques ✅ EMS Safety Equipment Use ✅ Hands-on Driving Event We are so proud of our transportation staff for their continued dedication to safety, excellence, and professionalism. Thank you for helping get our Tigers to and from school safely every day! 🧡🖤 #WLSTigers #TigerPride #TransportationTeam #SchoolBusSafety

8 days ago, Allison Wygal

🏋️‍♂️ The weight room got a major facelift thanks to Mr. & Mrs. Dobberstein! They reorganized, cleaned, and rearranged equipment to maximize space—and added a bold touch of Tiger pride with our school colors! 🧡🖤 Our student-athletes are already feeling the impact and are so grateful for the time and dedication it took to transform the space. What a great environment to train, grow, and get stronger together. Let’s go TIGERS! 💪🐾 #TigerPride #StrongerTogether #WLSAthletics

8 days ago, Allison Wygal

Our Cross Country teams have been lending a helping hand at Run Club this summer, and what an incredible turnout they’ve had with so many Little Tigers! 🧡🐾 We love these moments where our “big” and “little” Tigers come together. It’s not just about running—it’s about building responsibility, leadership, and character in our older students while inspiring our younger ones to stay active and get involved in their community. And the best surprise? MELVIN made an appearance! 🐶💛 Our favorite resident therapy dog stopped by for a visit, and it brought smiles to everyone—big and little Tigers alike! You never know where Melvin might pop up next! #TigerPride #LittleAndBigTigers #MelvinMoments #RunClubFun

10 days ago, Allison Wygal

Ohio's Sales Tax Holiday is back—just in time for back-to-school shopping! This year’s extended holiday runs from 12:00 a.m. Friday, August 1 through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, August 14, giving you two full weeks to shop tax-free. ✅ Applies to a wide range of items under $500 🛒 Valid for in-store and online purchases that ship to Ohio 📚 Perfect for school supplies, clothes, and more! Check out the full list of qualifying items and FAQs on the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage or call 1-888-405-4039 for more info. Happy shopping and saving! 💸👟📓

11 days ago, Allison Wygal

Hello WLS Families,

Ohio is once again providing a sales tax holiday this year and just in time for back-to-school shopping. This year’s extended holiday, which will run from 12:00 a.m. Friday, August 1, through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, August 14. The Sales Tax Holiday applies to a broad range of items under $500. Purchases can be made in stores or through online retailers that ship to Ohio. To see the full list of qualifying items and commonly asked questions, visit the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Sales Tax Holiday webpage or call 1-888-405-4039.

11 days ago, Kraig Hissong

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Mark your calendars! The 48th Annual BOSS Summer Run 5K and Youth 1 Mile Fun Run is set for Saturday, August 16th at Lions Park! This fun, family-friendly event is the longest running road race in Logan and Champaign counties, and all proceeds benefit the West Liberty-Salem Big Orange Cross Country middle and high school teams. 🍴 Come hungry! The West Liberty Lions Club will be hosting a delicious pancake breakfast during the event. 👉 Register now: www.bornandracedinwestliberty.com We can’t wait to see you there! 🧡🖤

14 days ago, Allison Wygal

🌟 HUGE thank you to 2025 grad Taran Logwood, owner of Logwood Mowing, for getting our Senior Paws ready to paint! 🐾 This is a gigantic task that takes time, effort, and pride in our school traditions. We’re so grateful for Taran’s hard work and dedication to helping make this year’s Senior Paws look amazing for the Class of 2025. 👏 When you see him out and about, be sure to thank him! 🧡🖤 #TigerPride #SeniorPaws #ClassOf2025 #CommunitySupport

15 days ago, Allison Wygal

Dine to donate today at Chipotle! ⏱️4:00-8:00 p.m See you there!🧡🖤

20 days ago, Allison Wygal

The West Liberty-Salem Athletic Department is currently in conversation with coaching candidates for our middle school football program. As of now, camp is scheduled to begin Monday from 5:00–7:30 p.m. in front of the school. ✅ Stay informed! If you have a student interested in playing football, join the MS Football SportsYou team using the code: W37H-WG93. Thank you for your patience and support as we prepare for an exciting season ahead! 🏈🧡🖤

21 days ago, Allison Wygal

💛🖤 Tiger Cheerleaders Shine at UCA Camp! 🖤💛 Our West Liberty-Salem cheerleaders spent the week at UCA Camp held at Urbana High School, preparing for an incredible season ahead! This intense three-day camp was packed with cheers, sidelines, and dances designed to push athletes to be their very best—and our Tigers rose to the challenge. We’re proud to share that Jay Young, Shae McGill, Geneva Estep, Emery Longanberger, Eliza Halterman, and Ellery Wygal were inducted into the esteemed group of All American Cheerleaders recognized across the nation. 👏✨ A special shoutout to Emery Longanberger, now a two-time All American! 🏅💫 All American cheerleaders are invited to perform in parades and performances all over the country—what an amazing honor for these athletes! Coach Allison Wygal shared, “These camps are invaluable for team and skill building. I am so proud of the way our team showed up every day with energy and grit, and today’s showcase performance was nothing short of stellar. They represented WL-S with heart and excellence all week.” (Not pictured are Savannah McClintick, Peyton Cramer, and Addyson Mattox who had prior obligations.) Congratulations to our entire cheer squad—you’ve set the tone for a fantastic season ahead! 🐅📣 #TigerCheer #WLSpride #AllAmericanCheerleaders #GoTigers

22 days ago, Allison Wygal

🎶 Cue the 80’s music! 🕺💃 The WLS Class of 1985 is turning back time for their 40th Reunion! 🧡🖤 📍 Where: Mad River Farm Market 📅 When: Saturday, August 16th | ⏰ 5:00–10:00 p.m. 🎧 What: Free admission + DJ + all the 80s vibes! Calling all classmates, teachers, and administrators — come celebrate the good times! 🎉🥳 #WLSClassOf1985 #ReunionVibes #BackToThe80s

24 days ago, Allison Wygal

👗🎉 We know it’s early…
But we also know some of you like to start dress shopping early too! 😉

West Liberty-Salem’s Homecoming Weekend is set! 🐾🧡🖤

📅 Thursday, September 25 – Parade & Bonfire
📅 Friday, September 26 – Homecoming Game vs. Fairbanks
📅 Saturday, September 27 – High School Homecoming Dance

Let the planning begin—and yes, it’s definitely okay to start picking out your outfit now! 💃🕺
#WLSTigers #Homecoming2025 #TigerTradition #PlanAhead

24 days ago, Allison Wygal

📚✏️ School Supply Lists Are Now Online! 🖍📓

You may have noticed school supplies starting to fill the shelves at your local stores! While we’re still enjoying summer, we know many of our WL-S families like to plan ahead.

To help you get a head start, we've posted the 2025–2026 school supply lists for Elementary, Middle School, and High School students on our website!

🖥️ Visit 👉 www.wlstigers.org
📲 Click Menu → Scroll to your student’s building (Elementary, MS, or HS) → Click 2025–2026 Supply Lists

Happy shopping, Tigers! 🐾
#WLSTigers #BackToSchoolPrep #SchoolSuppliesReady

25 days ago, Allison Wygal

🎶 We're Hiring: Middle & High School Choir Instructor! 🎶 West Liberty-Salem Schools is seeking a passionate and qualified Choir Instructor for the 2025-2026 school year to lead our talented middle and high school students in developing their musical skills and love for performing arts. 🎤🎼 If you’re certified and ready to inspire the next generation of musicians, we’d love to hear from you! 📅 Deadline to Apply: July 31, 2025 📧 Contact: MS Principal Andy McGill at amcgill@wlstigers.org 📞 Or call: (937) 465-1060 Join a school that values creativity, community, and excellence! 🧡🖤 West Liberty-Salem Schools is an equal opportunity employer. #WLSJobs #TigerPride #MusicEducation #ChoirDirector #NowHiring

26 days ago, Allison Wygal

🚧 BREAKING GROUND! 🐾 We’re thrilled to announce that construction is officially underway on the West Liberty-Salem Tiger Strong Fieldhouse! 🏗️ In partnership with the West Liberty-Salem Board of Education, West Liberty-Salem Athletic Boosters, and Link Construction Group, the project is expected to be completed by summer 2026. This exciting addition to our campus will serve student-athletes and the entire Tiger community for years to come. 🧡🖤 📸 Special thanks to Grace Link, Registered Architect, for capturing this incredible drone footage of the early stages of construction—taken 7/9/25. Right now, crews are busy stripping topsoil and prepping the building pad. Stay tuned! We’ll continue to share drone photos and updates as this project progresses over the next 12 months. #TigerStrong 🐅 #WLSFieldhouse #BuildingTheFuture

29 days ago, Allison Wygal

🏐🐯 Calling all future Lady Tigers! 🐯🏐 Registration is now open for the 2025 Little Tiger Volleyball League at West Liberty-Salem! This league is open to 3rd–6th grade WLS girls and is a great way to build skills, make friends, and have fun on the court! 📅 What to Expect: ✔️ Practices begin the week of August 11 ✔️ Games played on Sundays in October at various local schools ✔️ End-of-season tournament in November ✔️ Players need to bring their own knee pads and black shorts 💲 Fee: $50 (includes a t-shirt — due at first practice) 📲 Register now by scanning the QR code on the flyer! Participating schools include Urbana, Triad, West Liberty, Bellefontaine, Kenton Ridge & Emmanuel Christian. Questions? Contact: 📧 Annie Kauffman – annkauffman@wlstigers.org 📧 Trisha Foster – trishafoster711@gmail.com Let’s go Tigers! 🧡🏐 #FutureLadyTigers #TigerPride #WLSVolleyball #YouthSports