Congratulations to Cara Deam! Cara will attend Edison State and major in Ag Business!
Congratulations to Owen Deere! Owen will attend Edison State and receive training and certification in Paramedics!
Congratulations to Brooke Dunn! Brooke is employed and joining the workforce upon graduation!
Students became sticky-birds and studied an imaginary species of worms to better understand how natural selection occurs. Birds (8th grade Science students) competed against one another for as many worms as they could get before the crazy farmer lady (as Mrs. Fullenkamp refers to her role in the lab) chased them off. They had a lot of fun!
Seniors visit The Met! Today, they are visiting museums and shopping on Fifth Avenue. They will head home later this evening, and we wish them safe travels!
Hey Parents! We know you’ve got a lot on your plate right now. Make things a little easier and get prepared for next year by ordering your 2024-25 school supplies online today. Your supplies will be shipped to WLS and will be waiting for your child when school starts. Make sure to choose your student’s grade for NEXT year. Order now with our School ID of WES598 at https://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks/
The Peoples Savings Bank in Urbana recently made a sizable donation to our Athletic Department in support of our student athletes! Our athletes and athletic department would like to thank them for their support of our programs and students!
A little rain didn't stop these early risers from making their Today Show debut this morning! Cara Dean, Kenzie Phillips, Mrs. Arnold, Mrs. Roberts, Anna Byrd, and Carter Titus were featured on this morning's Today Show shoutouts!
West Liberty-Salem High School held their annual White Tiger Award Ceremony on Friday, April 12th. The White Tiger Award is presented to students in grades 9-12 who work hard, have a great attitude, give from the heart, and are a positive role model for other students. Like a white tiger, these students are rare, and this ceremony is all about celebrating the unique impact they’ve had on the staff member who nominated them. This year a total of 21 students were honored by a teacher or staff member. Each White Tiger recipient qualifies for a scholarship provided by the Angie Warye Foundation. In addition to recognition and scholarship potential, each student receives a certificate and a letter written by the nominating staff member. Congratulations to the following recipients!
Cara Deam nominated by Mr. John Stoner
Grant Saylor nominated by Mr. John Stoner
Emma Bails nominated by Mr. Brian Yoder
Bryant Eaton nominated by Mr. Wolf
Wyatt Bell nominated by Ms. Haney
Sari Kitchen nominated by Ms. Haney
Dylan Wing nominated by Mr. Lynxwiler
Cali Benavides nominated by Mr. McGill
Owen Deere nominated by Mrs. Neer
Lincoln Henderson nominated by Mr. Cotrell
Addyson Mattox nominated by Mrs. Roberts
Hattie Jacobs nominated by Mrs. Harman
Natalie Fish nominated by Mrs. Arnold
Gavyn Greenhill nominated by Mr. Waibel
Alec Putt nominated by Mr. Stormes
Eli Campbell nominated by Mrs. Bragg
Wyatt Zinn nominated by Mrs. Moell
Tommi Payne nominated by Mrs. Seymour
Alli Ferryman nominated by Mrs. Lenk
Eli Bell nominated by Mrs. Havens
Jaycee Yelton nominated by Mrs. Havens
Congratulations to senior Maddie Cole! Maddie Cole is enrolled at Cedarville University and plans to major in business!
West Liberty-Salem seniors recently participated in Real Money. Real World presented by The Ohio State University Extension Office. The financial literacy program features an interactive spending simulation that presents students with lifestyle and budget scenarios like what they will make as adults. The morning session began with a 4-module presentation that covered the topics students would experience during the activity.
The topics were:
Training, Jobs, and Income
Deductions-What you see is not what you get
How to use Financial Services wisely
Making Choices-preparing for the simulation
Federal Tax
State and Local Tax
FICA
Retirement savings
Any contributions to a savings account
Chance (because life is unpredictable, and things happen)
Child Care
Clothing
Communications (cell phone options)
Contributions
Credit and or college loans
Entertainment
Food
Housing
Insurance
Transportation
Health and Wellness
Each student was then given a future occupation, education, and family. Some went straight to the workforce, while others continued their education (options included trade school, community college, bachelor’s, and master’s degree options). Some had a spouse and children, while others were managing a family on a single income.
They visited 12 "real life" tables where volunteers worked with students on things like grocery budgets, childcare, insurance, and entertainment to name a few.
The goal was to end the game with money left in their monthly budget. Most students did well, but many students were surprised at the cost of living and how hard it was to stretch their income. Students mentioned that what they thought was a good salary might not be enough. Molly Smith, HS Counselor said, “I think the experience was fairly eye-opening. The students I talked to found it helpful and enjoyed it.”
Real Money. Real World. is a collaboration between The Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Sciences and their county extension offices. If you’d like to learn more about the experience, visit Home | Real Money. Real World. (osu.edu).
Middle School and High School volleyball signups are now open! To sign up, scan the attached QR code. If viewing from your mobile device, simply screenshot the code, open in your pictures and click the icon in the corner of your photo. Any questions about the season may be directed to Coach Annie Kauffman. Go Tigers!
Our New Yorkers are checking out the United Nations Headquarters!
Athletic Announcement:
The MS Track & Field event at Triad scheduled for this evening has been canceled.
Senior Aubree Timmons competed over the weekend at the 12th annual Cincinnati Pro Am power sports competition. Timmons broke the world record, determined by age/weight class, with a 525-pound squat, 265-pound meet PR, and deadlifted 365 pounds. Congratulations, Aubree!
West Liberty-Salem Schools has the following position open for the 2024–2025 school year:
HS/MS Health & PE Teacher
(Certification/licensure that covers grades 6-12 in both health and
physical education is preferred.)
If interested and hold the proper credentials, please contact Greg Johnson, HS Principal, as soon as possible in person or at gjohnson@wlstigers.org.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 26, 2024
West Liberty-Salem Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age,
religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.
Seniors attending the New York City class trip arrived safely this morning and are already off and touring the City! More pictures to come as they see the best NYC has to offer!
Weekly athletic schedule! Go Tigers!
WLS will host Prom, Hollywood's Red Carpet Event, on April 27th, at the Urbana Country Club. The March will start at 6:30 pm and dancing will be from
7:00-10:00 pm. Prom tickets are on sale now through April 19th!
• Senior tickets are free, but all seniors need to sign up for your ticket in order to attend.
• If students plan to bring a non-WLS Senior as a date, you will need to purchase a ticket for them.
• If you are a WL-S Junior, are bringing an underclassman, or if you are bringing a non-WL-S Junior, the cost is $25 per ticket or $45 for a pair.
*If you are bringing a guest from outside WLS, be sure to submit a completed guest form with picture (available in the front office hallway) before
Wednesday, April 24th. *Remember your guest will need to have their school sign and approve so allow time for this part of the process, too.
Congratulations to Senior Matthew Christison! Matthew has plans to directly enter the workforce upon graduation.
