Hello Families, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to current icy and slick roads and forecasted below 0 temperatures, WL-S will be closed for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th. Stay warm and be safe!
❄️ Weather-Related Schedule Update ❄️
Due to weather-related cancellations and adjustments, we will be removing our previously posted Athletic Week at a Glance. We will rework the schedule and continue to share updates as changes are made.
Here are the current known changes at this time:
🏀 JH Boys Basketball will now host Burg on February 5
🏀 JH Girls Basketball will travel to Burg tomorrow, January 27
If that game is canceled, it may be rescheduled at Burg on January 28
🤼 Wrestling meet scheduled for Wednesday at North Union has been canceled, with no reschedule date at this time
Please continue to watch for updates as we work through weather impacts. Thank you for your patience and flexibility! 🧡🖤
🚗💨 Science in Motion! 💨🚗
Students in Mrs. Roberts’ Physical Science class put their problem-solving skills to the test using toy cars to explore motion in action! After timing how far their cars traveled, students used their data to calculate speed and analyze movement.
But they didn’t stop there! Students also evaluated displacement, helping them understand the difference between scalar and vector quantities. Learning physics with toy cars made concepts come to life and proved that science can be both educational and fun!
Way to roll, scientists! 🧡🖤🔬
🐝 Middle School Spelling Bee Recap 🐝
What an exciting spelling bee! After an impressive 23 rounds, sixth grader Ozzy Anders claimed the win with the word “whinnying.”
Congratulations to Kaizen Anders, who finished as the runner-up!
All 24 competitors represented their grade levels with confidence, focus, and determination, and we are so proud of each student for their hard work and accomplishments. Great job to all of our spellers! 🧡🖤📖
❄️ Weather Update ❄️
Today’s weather wins this round! All athletic contests and practices are canceled.
No reschedule dates have been announced yet.
Stay safe out there, Tigers! We’ll share updates as soon as we have them. 🐯🧡
Hello WL-S Families, this is Kraig Hissong Superintendent. I hope everyone is safe and warm! Due to the current weather and forecast for tomorrow, WLS will be closed for Monday, January 26th. Thank you and be safe!
📚👕 Don’t Miss Out! Literacy Night T-Shirt Orders Due Sunday! 👕📚
Show your love for reading and get ready for Elementary Literacy Night by ordering this year’s Literacy Week T-shirt! Shirts are just $15 and available in youth sizes through adult 4XL (additional cost for 2XL–4XL).
🗓️ Orders are due by Sunday evening, January 25 — no late orders can be accepted.
👕 Wear your shirt early and often to help spread the love of reading!
📅 Save the Date:
Literacy Night
🗓️ March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic to order your shirt today!
Show your love for reading and get ready for Elementary Literacy Night by ordering this year’s Literacy Week T-shirt! Shirts are just $15 and available in youth sizes through adult 4XL (additional cost for 2XL–4XL).
🗓️ Orders are due by Sunday evening, January 25 — no late orders can be accepted.
👕 Wear your shirt early and often to help spread the love of reading!
📅 Save the Date:
Literacy Night
🗓️ March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic to order your shirt today!
⏰ Game Time Update! Earlier is Better! ⏰
In an effort to play ahead of the incoming weather, the JV/Varsity Girls Basketball game scheduled for Saturday, January 24, will now tip off earlier in the day!
🏀 Updated Schedule:
• JV will begin at 1:00 PM and play two quarters
• Varsity will follow with a 2:00 PM start
Same game day energy, just an earlier start! Grab your orange, and come out to support our Lady Tigers before the weather moves in.
🧡🐯 Let’s pack the gym! Go Tigers!
In an effort to play ahead of the incoming weather, the JV/Varsity Girls Basketball game scheduled for Saturday, January 24, will now tip off earlier in the day!
🏀 Updated Schedule:
• JV will begin at 1:00 PM and play two quarters
• Varsity will follow with a 2:00 PM start
Same game day energy, just an earlier start! Grab your orange, and come out to support our Lady Tigers before the weather moves in.
🧡🐯 Let’s pack the gym! Go Tigers!
🎉 Little Tiger Cheer Night is TONIGHT! 🎉
Get ready, Tiger Nation! The stands are going to be FULL tonight! During halftime of the Varsity Boys Basketball game, more than 100 Little Tiger Cheerleaders will take the floor for a special halftime performance you won’t want to miss.
This year’s dance is inspired by the upbeat theme song from Zootopia 2, and our Littles have been working hard all week to put together a routine full of energy, smiles, and Tiger pride!
✨ So come out, and watch us “turn the floor into a zoo-ooh-ooh!” ✨
We encourage fans to arrive early to grab a seat and help us cheer on these young performers as they light up the court and show off all their hard work.
Come support the Little Tigers and enjoy an unforgettable halftime moment! 🐯🧡
Go Tigers!
Get ready, Tiger Nation! The stands are going to be FULL tonight! During halftime of the Varsity Boys Basketball game, more than 100 Little Tiger Cheerleaders will take the floor for a special halftime performance you won’t want to miss.
This year’s dance is inspired by the upbeat theme song from Zootopia 2, and our Littles have been working hard all week to put together a routine full of energy, smiles, and Tiger pride!
✨ So come out, and watch us “turn the floor into a zoo-ooh-ooh!” ✨
We encourage fans to arrive early to grab a seat and help us cheer on these young performers as they light up the court and show off all their hard work.
Come support the Little Tigers and enjoy an unforgettable halftime moment! 🐯🧡
Go Tigers!
📣 Stay in the Know with Tiger Athletic Updates! 🐯🏀
West Liberty-Salem Athletics is excited to offer Tiger Athletic Updates through SportsYou, a simple way for community members to receive real-time push notifications when athletic schedules change.
By signing up, you’ll receive immediate alerts for:
✔️ Game time changes
✔️ Cancellations
✔️ Rescheduled contests
As always, we will continue to share athletic updates on our district website, our website's LiveFeed, and Facebook page. SportsYou is an additional option for those who want instant notifications delivered directly to their phone.
📲 How to Join:
Download the SportsYou app and enter the access code below:
🔑 Access Code: 49RR-S5QS
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or community supporter, this is a great way to stay connected to Tiger Athletics all season long!
🧡 Go Tigers 🐯
West Liberty-Salem Athletics is excited to offer Tiger Athletic Updates through SportsYou, a simple way for community members to receive real-time push notifications when athletic schedules change.
By signing up, you’ll receive immediate alerts for:
✔️ Game time changes
✔️ Cancellations
✔️ Rescheduled contests
As always, we will continue to share athletic updates on our district website, our website's LiveFeed, and Facebook page. SportsYou is an additional option for those who want instant notifications delivered directly to their phone.
📲 How to Join:
Download the SportsYou app and enter the access code below:
🔑 Access Code: 49RR-S5QS
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or community supporter, this is a great way to stay connected to Tiger Athletics all season long!
🧡 Go Tigers 🐯
Weather Awareness & Communication Plan:
As we closely monitor the winter weather forecast for the coming days, we want to proactively share how West Liberty-Salem will communicate with families should weather conditions impact school or activities.
While we do not anticipate any issues, there is always the possibility that severe weather could cause temporary disruptions to communication systems beyond our control. In the event our primary all-call system is unavailable, families are encouraged to rely on the following trusted communication channels for updates regarding delays, cancellations, or schedule changes:
• West Liberty-Salem Facebook page
• Classroom communication tools such as Seesaw and Schoology
• SportsYou (for athletic updates)
• Local news outlets
Our administrators, teachers, and coaches are prepared to use these alternate platforms as needed to ensure timely communication.
At this time, there are no schedule changes for Monday. This message is simply part of our commitment to preparedness and clear communication.
Thank you for your continued partnership and understanding. 🧡
Go Tigers 🐯
As we closely monitor the winter weather forecast for the coming days, we want to proactively share how West Liberty-Salem will communicate with families should weather conditions impact school or activities.
While we do not anticipate any issues, there is always the possibility that severe weather could cause temporary disruptions to communication systems beyond our control. In the event our primary all-call system is unavailable, families are encouraged to rely on the following trusted communication channels for updates regarding delays, cancellations, or schedule changes:
• West Liberty-Salem Facebook page
• Classroom communication tools such as Seesaw and Schoology
• SportsYou (for athletic updates)
• Local news outlets
Our administrators, teachers, and coaches are prepared to use these alternate platforms as needed to ensure timely communication.
At this time, there are no schedule changes for Monday. This message is simply part of our commitment to preparedness and clear communication.
Thank you for your continued partnership and understanding. 🧡
Go Tigers 🐯
📚 College Fair & CCP Night – January 29th, 2026.
Parents & students in grades 6–11 are invited to attend College Fair & College Credit Plus (CCP) Night at WL-S on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
🕓 4:30–5:30 PM College Fair (Cafetorium entrance)
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM CCP Meeting (Cafetorium)
⚠️ Attendance is REQUIRED for students participating in CCP for the first time in 2026–27 or changing how they participate. Please check your email for more information.
For more information, a complete list of classes offered, and to read the College Credit Plus Annual Notice 1.23.2026, please visit our website at https://www.wlstigers.org/documents/hs-counseling%2Fguidance/ccp/20290281.
Questions? Contact the HS Counseling Office at 937-465-1060, ext. 121.
📚👕 Don’t Miss Out! Literacy Night T-Shirt Orders Due Sunday! 👕📚
Show your love for reading and get ready for Elementary Literacy Night by ordering this year’s Literacy Week T-shirt! Shirts are just $15 and available in youth sizes through adult 4XL (additional cost for 2XL–4XL).
🗓️ Orders are due by Sunday evening, January 25 — no late orders can be accepted.
👕 Wear your shirt early and often to help spread the love of reading!
📅 Save the Date:
Literacy Night
🗓️ March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic to order your shirt today!
Show your love for reading and get ready for Elementary Literacy Night by ordering this year’s Literacy Week T-shirt! Shirts are just $15 and available in youth sizes through adult 4XL (additional cost for 2XL–4XL).
🗓️ Orders are due by Sunday evening, January 25 — no late orders can be accepted.
👕 Wear your shirt early and often to help spread the love of reading!
📅 Save the Date:
Literacy Night
🗓️ March 5, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic to order your shirt today!
🧡 Tiger Week at a Glance – Schedule Updates 🧡
Please note there have been a few changes to this week’s schedule, including this evening’s events:
🏀 This Evening
• No JVB game due to low Greeneview numbers
• JV will tip off at 6:00 PM, followed by Varsity at 7:30 PM
🏀 Saturday
• Junior High will make up games with West Jefferson beginning at 10:00 AM
🏊 Swimming Update
• The swim meet originally scheduled for Wednesday has been rescheduled to February 4
Thank you for your flexibility as we adjust. As always, please watch for any additional updates, and Go Tigers! 🐯
Please note there have been a few changes to this week’s schedule, including this evening’s events:
🏀 This Evening
• No JVB game due to low Greeneview numbers
• JV will tip off at 6:00 PM, followed by Varsity at 7:30 PM
🏀 Saturday
• Junior High will make up games with West Jefferson beginning at 10:00 AM
🏊 Swimming Update
• The swim meet originally scheduled for Wednesday has been rescheduled to February 4
Thank you for your flexibility as we adjust. As always, please watch for any additional updates, and Go Tigers! 🐯
West Liberty-Salem Class of 1976 will hold their 50th class reunion on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the Opera House in West Liberty. A meet and greet will begin at 4:00 PM, and a potluck meal will begin at 5:00. Additionally, on Friday, September 4th, a mix and mingle will start at 6:00 PM, prior to the home football game at Tiger Stadium.
We are in need of email addresses to further communicate with all classmates. Please share and send your email address to Theresa Horsley at bus14mom@gmail.com or Mary Young at Mmyoung2711@gmail.com.
We look forward to hearing from ALL of you!
🧡 Tiger Pride On and Off the Court 🏀
Our 5th grade boys' basketball team recently spent an afternoon building teamwork and giving back to the community. The team kicked things off with a meal together at Mumford's Deli before heading to volunteer at the Caring Kitchen.
The boys jumped right in cleaning, serving meals, and sorting donations, showing what it truly means to be Tigers. We’re proud of these student-athletes for representing West Liberty-Salem with kindness, teamwork, and heart. 🐯💪
Our 5th grade boys' basketball team recently spent an afternoon building teamwork and giving back to the community. The team kicked things off with a meal together at Mumford's Deli before heading to volunteer at the Caring Kitchen.
The boys jumped right in cleaning, serving meals, and sorting donations, showing what it truly means to be Tigers. We’re proud of these student-athletes for representing West Liberty-Salem with kindness, teamwork, and heart. 🐯💪
Hello, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to very cold temperatures predicted in the in the morning and the possibility of refreeze, WLS will be on a 2-hour delay for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20th. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS and 9:45 for the elementary. Thank you and stay warm.
Today, we pause to honor Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision, courage, and commitment to service continue to shape our nation.
This day is not only a day off from school, but a day for reflection on kindness, justice, equality, and the power each of us has to make a positive difference in our community.
We look forward to welcoming our Tigers back to school tomorrow. 🧡🖤
📚 Kindergarten Screening | 2026–2027
📅 Kindergarten Screening Dates:
May 8 & May 11, 2026
To begin the screening process, please visit https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2639795 and email Mrs. Alysson Cotrell at alcotrell@wlstigers.org with your child’s name, date of birth, address, school district of residence, and your preferred time of day for an appointment.
🕒 The screening process lasts approximately 1–1¼ hours and includes a brief student assessment, parent conference, play/observation time, and a vision screening.
We look forward to welcoming our future Tigers! 🧡🐯
📅 Kindergarten Screening Dates:
May 8 & May 11, 2026
To begin the screening process, please visit https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2639795 and email Mrs. Alysson Cotrell at alcotrell@wlstigers.org with your child’s name, date of birth, address, school district of residence, and your preferred time of day for an appointment.
🕒 The screening process lasts approximately 1–1¼ hours and includes a brief student assessment, parent conference, play/observation time, and a vision screening.
We look forward to welcoming our future Tigers! 🧡🐯
✨ Feeling Blessed in This Dress! Prom Dress Event ✨
High school students are invited to attend the Prom Dress Event on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Richwood Bank in Bellefontaine. This event is open to students from all school districts in Champaign and Logan Counties.
For a $20 donation—or by donating a dress—you can shop for and select a beautiful prom dress. Donations help support outreach programs through Community Health & Wellness Partners, including our School-Based Health Center, which proudly sponsors this event in part.
💙 A special thank you to our partners for helping make prom more accessible while supporting student health and wellness. Spread the word and help a student feel confident and celebrated this prom season!
High school students are invited to attend the Prom Dress Event on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Richwood Bank in Bellefontaine. This event is open to students from all school districts in Champaign and Logan Counties.
For a $20 donation—or by donating a dress—you can shop for and select a beautiful prom dress. Donations help support outreach programs through Community Health & Wellness Partners, including our School-Based Health Center, which proudly sponsors this event in part.
💙 A special thank you to our partners for helping make prom more accessible while supporting student health and wellness. Spread the word and help a student feel confident and celebrated this prom season!
