Congratulations to West Liberty-Salem’s middle school Science Olympiad team for a great performance at the Centerville Invitational on Saturday where they won a 7th place team trophy. Fourteen WL-S team members won awards in nine different events including a gold medal for Ashlyn Taylor and Levi Kitchen in their event Write It Do It. Also winning awards for our team were: Jill Fullenkamp, Thaddeus Kitchen, Carter Henderson, Ellis Koons, Braylon Lucas, Drew Piacentino, Loretta Moxley, Everette Brooks, Eric Hoover, Wyatt Brooks, Rosie Sokolow, and Lily Yeater. Next up for our team is our very own 14th annual West Liberty-Salem Science Olympiad Invitational Tournament to be held here on Saturday, February 24th. We expect to host nearly 1500 visitors including students, coaches, parents, and community members from 23 different schools. Everyone in the community is invited to come and watch us compete.
Jostens will be handing out orders that were previously placed this fall for seniors on Wednesday, January 31st during lunchtime in front of the cafetorium. Extra clothing and items will be available for sale at this time. CASH and CREDIT CARD sales ONLY – no checks. If you have not already place an order, you will need to contact Josten’s directly: 937-552-9904 between 9-4:30 pm OR go online www.jostens.com
under WLS to place an order.
Our Middle School Scientists are experimenting with Ice Core Replica's this week! Mrs. Fullenkamp created minutiae ice core replicas that contained shells, fossils, and ash for students to analyze and create a geological timeline.
School record alert! Congratulations to Delaney Jones on setting a new school record in the 60M dash!
Congratulations to the West Liberty-Salem Ag Power Diagnostics Team! They secured a third place finish out of 14 teams at the sub district contest today. The two-person team of Eli Bell and Jadon Lowry will progress to the district contest in February at the John Deer training facility located in Dublin, Ohio. Also of notable accomplishment, Jadon Lowry placed 1st in the state on the online exam earlier this week. Keep up the good work as you both work toward becoming a state qualifier!
The West Liberty-Salem community extends our condolences to neighboring Indian Lake Community and OHP after the tragic passing of a high school student. Our prayers are with her family, community, and classmates of the Class of 2025.
Eighth grader Rachel Stanford performed with her gymnastics team, The Crown Jewels, during half time of last nights varsity basketball game. Stanford has been with Crown Gymnastics for many years and did a great job exhibiting her many skills! Keep up the great work, Rachel!
Today the WL-S mock trial team competed in their district tournament in Marion. The team has prepared for a full semester for this trial experience! The team competed in two trials and were named district runner up. Anna Byrd received Outstanding Attorney Award for her trial. The team worked hard and performed very well today. Keep up the great work, Mock Trial Team!
Boys basketball update.....
The 6th grade rec. boys basketball team spent last evening serving at The Caring Kitchen in Urbana. After a team meal at Mumford's Potato Chips and Deli, they headed to the shelter to help with their community meal and cleaning. The goal of Coach Ben Yeater is to instill the value of service in his young athletes. Go Tigers!
The WLS boys youth teams were recognized during halftime of the varsity boys basketball game this week. Teams in grades 4-6 were in attendance. The girls will be recognized next week during the girls varsity game. More opportunities to see our youth will include a short game tonight during half time of the middle school boys games featuring fourth grade, 5th grade on February 1st during the high school girls game, and 6th grade on February 8th during the high school boys games. Go Tigers!
West Liberty-Salem HS Counseling Department hosted their annual College Fair and College Credit Plus Info Session last evening. If your student plans to enroll in the CCP program next school year, please review the information at the link provided. There you can view the Power Point presentation along with a list of frequently asked questions.
If you need to schedule a CCP Counseling Session, please reach out to Mrs. Smith at 465.1139 or email mosmith@wlstigers.org.
https://www.wlstigers.org/article/1427516
Middle School and High School Track & Field sign-ups are now hung in the middle school/high school hallways and outside the AD office. If interested in joining the track team to run, jump or throw please sign up! MS Track practices will begin the end of February and HS Track February 19th.
Hello, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to dense fog in our area, WLS is on a Two-hour Delay for Thursday, January 25th. School will start at 9:40 for MS and HS and 9:45 for the Elementary. Thank you
West Liberty-Salem's 6th grade girls basketball team spent time serving their community this week at MC Thrift Store after a team meal at Liberty Gathering Place. The team is coached by Ben Yeater. Keep up the great work, Tigers!
Tonight is our CCP/College Fair meeting for students and their parents. Below is information specific to who needs to attend.
CCP Night:
· Required for all students who will be new to CCP next school year
· Required for all students who will be participating differently next year (ex. taking
classes outside our building/online)
· Recommended for all students continuing in the program
· If the above 2 bullet items apply to you and you are unable to attend tonight, you &
a parent will need to schedule a meeting with Mrs. Smith next month during P/T
conferences in February.
· Presentation and resources will be posted online as of tomorrow
· Contact Mrs. Smith with any other questions
It's time to register for preschool screening! Call today or scan the QR code to get registered.
Good morning, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to freezing rain, which is just starting to accumulate on some of our roads, WLS will be on a two hour delay today, Tuesday, January 23. HS and MS will start at 9:40 and the elementary will start at 9:45. Thank You
To staff, parents and students:
We apologize for the vagueness of the messages that went out at the end of the day. There was an issue that the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office was dealing with in front of the school that happened right when dismissal was taking place. The issue was not school related, but unfortunately was happening at school. We secured the building out of an abundance of caution so that students were not caught up in the incident. The Sheriff's office completed their business, and the lockdown was lifted. Again, we apologize for any inconvenience and concern this may have caused. All students and staff are safe.
Thank you,
Kraig Hissong
Your school-based health center Sports Physical Clinic is ready for you!
Monday, February 5 – Friday, February 9
All CHWP School-Based Health Centers have established a Sports Physical Clinic week. Schedule an appointment by contacting Community Health & Wellness Partners at: 937-599-1411.
A parent consent and health information form are required. Complete this form prior to your appointment.
2023-24PPE(English).pdf (windows.net)
Parents are welcome to attend or be easily accessible by phone.
