📚✨ Melvin to the rescue! ✨📚
Our favorite therapy dog knows that state testing can be a little stressful, so he made a surprise visit to our 8th grade Language Arts students to cheer them on before their big test! 💪📝
With a few high-fives and lots of encouragement, Melvin reminded them: "You’ve got this!" 🐾💛🧡
#WLSPride #MelvinMotivation #YouGotThis #TestTimeConfidence
🍬🍫 8th Graders Sweeten Up Their ELA Skills! 🍫🍬
This week's ELA review was a treat as our 8th graders played a candy-themed game to practice some “sweet” testing strategies! 🎮 They read delicious passages about the history of iconic candies like Gummy Bears, Pez, Pocky, and more. 🍬 Then, they put their skills to the test by hunting for important direction words and tackling multi-part questions. 💡
But the fun didn’t stop there! The correct answers helped them unlock an acrostic with a historical candy fact 🍭 and, of course, earned them plenty of candy rewards! 🍫 It was a tasty way to boost those test prep skills! 😄 #CandyReview #ELAStrategy #SweetSuccess #8thGradeFun
🎨 Hands-On Creativity in Painting Class!
Art students in Mrs. Seymour’s painting class took their creativity to the next level with a unique, once-a-year tradition — building their own canvases from scratch! 🛠️🖌️
From cutting and assembling frames to stretching and priming the canvas, students learned the full process of preparing a professional painting surface. This hands-on project not only teaches valuable craftsmanship but also gives students a true sense of ownership over their art.
We can’t wait to see the masterpieces they’ll create next!
🧡🖤 #WLSSpotlight #TigerPride #StudentArtists #HandsOnLearning #CreativityInAction
Schedule Update:
Due to weather, several athletic events have been canceled:
Varsity Baseball and Softball at West Jefferson tonight are canceled.
Varsity Baseball has been rescheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday) at West Jefferson at 5:30 PM.
Varsity Softball reschedule date is TBD.
JV Baseball at Yellow Springs scheduled for tomorrow is canceled.
Track Meet at Mechanicsburg tonight is also canceled.
We’ll share any updates as they become available!
📚💛 We may have missed posting on School Librarians Day, but our students definitely didn’t miss the chance to celebrate our amazing librarians!
Mrs. Perdue (pictured below) is holding just one of over 200 handmade thank you notes she received — a small glimpse of the love and appreciation our elementary students have for her and all she does! From finding the perfect book to creating a welcoming space for young readers, Mrs. Perdue brings joy and curiosity to the library every day. 📖✨
We also want to give a huge shoutout to Mrs. Blaker for all she does at the MS/HS level! Whether she’s helping students with research, recommending great reads, or providing a quiet space to study and explore, her support is felt throughout the building. 💼📘
Thank you, Mrs. Perdue and Mrs. Blaker, for being the heart of our libraries and champions for student learning! #ThankYouLibrarians #SchoolLibraryLove
🦕 Fossil Fun in 4th Grade!
Mrs. Hartshorn’s 4th graders have been digging into their fossil unit — and today’s hands-on activity brought it all to life!
Students explored the four types of fossils:
🔍 Trace
🔍 Mold
🔍 Cast
🔍 True Form
They researched and recorded facts about each type, then used Model Magic and plastic dinosaurs to create their own visual models. It was a fun and interactive way to connect science and creativity — and the students absolutely loved it!
Great job, young paleontologists!
🎨West Liberty-Salem Middle and High School students recently showcased their artistic talents at the Champaign County Arts Council’s Annual Middle and High School Art Competition, held in Urbana, Ohio. This annual event highlights student creativity across Champaign County, featuring artwork from more than 200 students representing all five county schools. Submissions were displayed at the Arts Council Gallery in downtown Urbana, allowing the community to celebrate the young artists’ achievements.
The competition, hosted by the Champaign County Arts Council, provides an exciting opportunity for students to share their work with the public and receive recognition in a variety of art categories.
We are proud to recognize the following West Liberty-Salem students who placed:
🏅 Middle School Division
Black & White Drawing
🥇 1st Place – Emily King
🏅 Honorable Mention – Izzy Spencer
Color Drawing
🥈 2nd Place – Drew Piacentino
🥉 3rd Place – Sidney Conley
🏅 Honorable Mention – Elia Matthews
Painting
🥉 3rd Place – E. Moxley
Mixed Media
🏅 Honorable Mention – Ella Jacobs
🏅 Honorable Mention – Charlie Oelker
Sculpture
🏅 Honorable Mention – Alexa Beard
🏅 High School Division:
Black & White Drawing
🥇 1st Place – Ben Wall
🥈 2nd Place – Caleigha Fasse
Mixed Media
🥇 1st Place – Ashlyn Pope
🥉 3rd Place – Alexa Cheetham
🏅 Honorable Mention – Ben Wall
Watercolor
🥇 1st Place – Geneva Estep
🥉 3rd Place – Akira Whitman
Oil/Acrylic
🥉 3rd Place – Ben Wall
Printmaking
🥇 1st Place – Illa Kerns
🥈 2nd Place – Alexis Wisner
Photography
🥇 1st Place – Ella Vondenhuevel
🥈 2nd Place – Avi Lehman
🥉 3rd Place – Lydia Schmidt
Sculpture
🥉 3rd Place – Illa Kerns
🏅 Honorable Mention – Madden/Lucas
👏 Congratulations to all of our incredibly talented student artists for representing West Liberty-Salem with creativity and pride! We are so proud of your hard work and achievements.
🧡🖤 #WLSSpotlight #TigerPride #StudentArtists #ChampaignCountyArts #CreativityInAction
🎓 Senior Spotlight Aaron Campbell🎓
Aaron has made the most of his time at WL-S, participating in Football, Track, NHS, Calculus Club, Quick Recall, and Design Teams. His dedication, leadership, and hard work will pay off in his future endeavors!
🎯 After graduation, Aaron is headed to Ohio Northern University to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Congratulations, Aaron!!
🧡🖤 #TigerPride #WLSClassOf2025 #SeniorSpotlight
🧪🎉 Biology Review — Flip for Points!
Biology students had a blast during their final review sessions! Teams worked together to answer questions and earned points in a unique (and fun!) way — by flipping a bottle and landing on different point values! 🎯💧
This interactive review kept everyone engaged and excited while preparing for testing. Good luck to our high school students, who test Wednesday and Thursday morning, and to our 8th grade biologists, who will test next week!
You’ve got this, Tigers! 🧠🐾
🧡🖤 #WLSSpotlight #TigerPride #BiologyReview #ScienceIsFu
🎓 Senior Spotlight Brodey Deam🎓
Brodey has made the most of his time as a student-athlete, dedicating four years to both Baseball and FFA. His leadership and commitment have left a lasting impact on our school community!
🔥 Up next: Brodey will attend The Ohio State University, where he plans to major in Exercise Science.
Congratulations, Brodey!
🧡🖤 #TigerPride #WLSClassOf2025 #SeniorSpotlight #FutureBuckeye
🩺🧡 Scrubbed in and ready to learn! 🧡🩺
Our 4th graders transformed their classroom for Surgery Day as they prepared for upcoming state testing! 🎉
Students "operated" on academic challenges, reviewing key concepts in a fun, hands-on way. This creative approach not only made learning memorable, but also helped ease test-day nerves! ✏️📚
We’re so proud of our young Tigers for diving into their learning with enthusiasm and teamwork. Good luck on your tests — you’ve got this! 🐯💪
#WLSTigers #SurgeryDay #TestPrep #LearningIsFun #StateTestingReady #TigerPride
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!
To RSVP or ask any questions, please reach out to Mr. Schaufelberger at jschaufelberger@wlstigers.org! 🎶
#WLSProud #ChoirFamily #OnceAChoirKidAlwaysAChoirKid #AlumniSpotlight #SingWithUs #TigerPride
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Troy Bradley 🎓
Troy has made the most of his time at WL-S, staying active in both athletics and student life. He’s dedicated four years to Cross Country, Track, and Indoor Track, while also getting involved in fun and unique clubs like Euchre Club, Spanish Club, and the Cheeze-it Club (during 5th period with Mr. Yoder!). 🏃♂️🃏🌎🧀
After graduation, Troy plans to attend a trade school or jump straight into the workforce.
Congratulations, Troy! 🎉🧡🖤
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #WLSProud #TigerPride #FutureSuccess #WLSTigers
📸 Don’t miss your chance to capture the memories! 🐯
Yearbook orders are open for both Middle School and High School — but hurry, the deadline is April 25th! ⏳
🧡 Middle School Yearbook:
💲 Starts at just $20
🖤 High School Yearbook:
💲 Starts at $45
Order today at the appropriate link for your student's grade and select 2025 Yearbook.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/3244015/West-Liberty-Salem-Middle-School/
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1048140/West-Liberty-Salem-High-School/
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Alaina Irving 🎓
Alaina has truly embraced her time at WL-S, thriving as a well-rounded and involved student! She’s made her mark in Soccer, Track, Cheer, and NHS, while also shining for four years in Show Choir and two years in the Musical. Alaina’s leadership extends to Key Club and Spanish Club, showcasing her dedication to both academics and extracurriculars. ⚽🎶🎭📚🎉
After graduation, Alaina is headed to Bowling Green State University to pursue a degree in Social Work!
#SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #WLSProud #FutureFalcon #BGSU #TigerPride #CongratulationsAlaina
🥶🥶🥶⚾🥎Youth night festivities are postponed to next week!!! Feel free to go catch some ball games tonight, but bundle up!!
🎉 Congratulations to WL-S juniors Emery Longaberger and Abbie Thoman! 🎉
Yesterday, Emery and Abbie graduated from the Youth Leadership Champaign County program, joining students from across the area to grow their leadership skills and gain real-world experience. 🧡🖤
Throughout the semester, these students explored local businesses — including Abuela’s Kitchen, Rittal, Colepak, and Freshwater Farms— learning the history of these establishments and the important role leadership plays in their success. 🏢🍽️🐟
Emery and Abbie completed the program by preparing and presenting final projects that reflected their journey and what they learned along the way. We’re so proud of their dedication and excited to see how they’ll continue to lead at WL-S and beyond! 👏✨
#WLSProud #FutureLeaders #LeadershipChampaignCounty #TigerPride #StudentSuccess #WLSTigers
Hello, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent, with a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, April 11th, WLS will be on a 2-hr delay start for staff meetings. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS, and 9:45 for Elementary. Also, OHP students can catch the bus at 7:20 am in the bus lot to ride to OHP. Thank you!
🐯 Today, we celebrated an incredible milestone at West Liberty-Salem! 🐯
This year marks the 20th Annual White Tiger Award Ceremony, a special tradition that honors students who exemplify outstanding character, leadership, and positivity in our school community! 🎉
The White Tiger Award was originally created by beloved WL-S teacher Angie Warye, who believed in recognizing students who go above and beyond — those who inspire, encourage, and lead with heart. ❤️ The Warye family continues to carry on this legacy through the Angie Warye Foundation, which provides scholarships to our White Tiger recipients to support their future goals. 🎓✨
Today’s ceremony was filled with inspiring stories, heartfelt nominations from our staff, and well-deserved recognition for our amazing Tigers. Congratulations to all of our honorees — your impact is felt every day at WL-S! 🧡🖤
📖 Read the full story here: https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2141684
Congratulations to this year's White Tigers:
9-Owen Hardwick
9-Olive Matthews
9-Isla Leicthy
10-Aiden Hull
10-Eli Sertell
10-Sophia Landon
10-Avi Lehman
10-Levi Yelton
10-Emma Vigar
11-Tru Maxim
11-Malia Miller
11-Caleb Larson
11-Cody Ferryman
11-Tevis Cox
12-Cam Bair
12-Shyanne McClintick
12-Emberly Cox
12-Skylar Holland
12-Treyton Helms
12-Lee Stocksdale
12-Anna Eleyet
12-Andrea Heath
12- Allie Ferryman
12-Ava Johnson
12-Savannah Gluckle
#WLSTigers #WhiteTigerAward #TigerPride #StudentLeadership #CharacterCounts #AngieWaryeLegacy #20YearsOfExcellence #WLSProud
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Caleb Hershberger🎓 Caleb has been an outstanding student and athlete, dedicating four years to soccer, basketball, and baseball at WL-S! ⚽🏀⚾ In addition to his success on the field and court, Caleb has been an active member of Link Crew, Key Club, and Spanish Club, showing true leadership and school spirit! After graduation, Caleb will attend Mount Vernon Nazarene University to pursue a degree in Elementary Education. 🎓🍎 #SeniorSpotlight #WLSTigers #ClassOf2025 #TigerPride
