🎶✨ It’s Opening Night! ✨🎶

The West Liberty-Salem Show Choir takes the stage tonight at 6:30 p.m. for the opening night of their Showcase: “Dance the Night Away!” 💃🕺

Join us for one of two unforgettable performances — tonight or tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. in the WL-S Cafetorium.

Come out and support our incredibly talented students as they light up the stage with music, energy, and Tiger pride! 🧡🐅🖤

#WLSPride #TigerNation #ShowChoir #DanceTheNightAway
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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📢 West Liberty-Salem Equipment Up for Bid

West Liberty-Salem Local Schools is accepting bids on the following kitchen equipment. Items are sold as is.

🍞 Hobart Mixer (2005)
Includes 40 Qt. bowl, bowl truck, 3 attachments, guard, and shredder attachment.
Originally purchased for $11,280 and unused since approximately 2017.
➡️ Minimum bid: $1,500

🥩 Hobart Meat Grinder (Antique)
Believed to have been purchased around 1970, with the manual dating back to 1959.
Unused for 15–20 years.
➡️ Highest bidder will receive the item.

📧 Please submit bids via email to cbaldwin@wlstigers.org
by Tuesday, November 13th at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
Be sure to include the item you are bidding on in your email.

Thank you for your interest and support of West Liberty-Salem Local Schools. 🧡🐅🖤
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🏋️‍♀️ Tigers Lifting to New Heights! 🏆

Congratulations to Rosemary and Dahlia Sokolow, who continue to make West Liberty-Salem proud on the national weightlifting stage!

In June 2025, both sisters competed at the Youth National Championships in Colorado Springs — the largest event of its kind in the U.S. and Canada!
🔥 Rosemary (13 & under) hit personal bests in the Snatch and Clean & Jerk, finishing 10th in the nation in her first-ever national competition!
🔥 Dahlia (15 & under) also set new personal records, finishing 6th in the nation and qualifying for the American Final Championships in Daytona Beach this December!

Then, in August, the girls kept the momentum going at the Ohio State Championships —
🥈 Rosemary earned 2nd place in the 13 & under division with another personal best,
🥇 while Dahlia took 1st place in the 15 & under group, setting three new state records in the 69kg weight class! 💪

These Tigers are showing the power of dedication, strength, and determination — both on and off the platform! 🧡🐅🖤
#WLSPride #TigerStrong #YouthNationals #OhioChampionships #SistersWhoLift
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🪥💬 Words Matter! 💬🪥

Ms. Henry joined Mrs. Spring’s first graders for a special lesson on kind and unkind words. She used a tube of toothpaste to show how easy it is to let words slip out — but once they’re out, you can’t put them back in!

Our first graders loved this hands-on reminder that kindness counts and that our words have power. ❤️✨

#WLSPride #ChooseKindness #TigerHearts #LessonsForLife
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🚗💼 HONDA INTERNSHIP NIGHT 2025 💼🚗

Are you a student interested in gaining hands-on experience with one of the most innovative manufacturers in the world? Join Honda Internship Night at Edison State Community College to learn about exciting Manufacturing Internship opportunities for 2025!

📅 Tuesday, December 2, 2025
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Piqua Campus | Emerson Center | Rooms 504–505

This event is open to students eager to explore career pathways, build skills, and connect directly with Honda representatives.

🔗 Register today: www.edisonohio.edu/honda

📞 Questions? Contact Brandi Olberding at 937-381-1533 or Roger Fulk at 937-381-1547.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to jump-start your future with Honda! 🧡🐅
#WLSPride #TigerOpportunities #HondaInternship #EdisonState
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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Hello Tiger Community!

We need your help with a project for our Tiger Strong Fieldhouse!

We are looking for videos, images, posts, etc. from January 20th, 2017, and the days that followed, especially content with an emphasis on the community impact and the incredible support and love that characterized the response of those affected.

Examples include:
· Group photos of people showing their Tiger Strong support
· First responders assisting our community
· Other schools, churches, businesses, etc. supporting the WLS community
· Photos from the community events (prayer vigils, basketball games, etc.) that followed

Submissions can be sent to tstrong@wlstigers.org. If your content is larger than 25 MB, please contact us at awygal@wlstigers.org and we will be happy to assist you.

Please know that content submissions may be included in a public display. So, if this is not something you are comfortable with, please refrain from sharing.

Thank you so much for your help! We encourage you to share this post; we hope to get as much community participation as possible!
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🐔 West Liberty-Salem Sophomore Wins Top Honors at National Poultry Show

West Liberty-Salem sophomore Delaney Borders proudly represented the West Liberty-Salem agricultural community at the Ohio National Poultry Show in Columbus this past weekend taking home the title of Champion Modern Game! 🏆

The Ohio National is the largest poultry show in the United States and Canada, drawing competitors from across North America to showcase the finest in poultry breeding and exhibition.

Delaney’s win is an incredible accomplishment, highlighting not only her hard work and dedication to raising and showing poultry but also her growing expertise in animal science.

Her achievement serves as a testament to her strong background in 4H and West Liberty-Salem’s FFA and agricultural education programs, which continue to foster hands-on learning, responsibility, and excellence among students.

Congratulations, Delaney, on your outstanding achievement and for representing West Liberty-Salem with pride and excellence at the national level! 🧡🐅🖤

#WLSPride #TigerNation #OhioNationalPoultryShow #FFA #StudentSuccess
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🎖️ Alumni Spotlight: Levi Moell – Honoring Service, Leadership, and Excellence

West Liberty-Salem graduate Levi Moell continues to make his Tiger family proud! Levi was recently recognized on ESPN’s SportsCenter as the winner of the 2025 Armed Forces Merit Award, an honor presented by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and coordinated by the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl.

The award celebrates individuals with a military background who have made a significant impact within the realm of college football. Levi’s story stands as a powerful example of leadership, sacrifice, and perseverance.

A redshirt junior running back for the University of Dayton, Levi’s path to college athletics was anything but ordinary. Following his standout football career at West Liberty-Salem, Levi chose to serve four years in the U.S. Marine Corps before joining the Flyer football program in 2022.

Now majoring in Health Science, Levi has earned a spot on the Pioneer Football League Academic Honor Roll three times, all while balancing the demands of collegiate football and academics. Despite an ankle injury this season, he’s battled back to rejoin the travel squad and continues to exemplify resilience both on and off the field.

Levi’s recognition for this national award is a reflection of his unwavering work ethic, humility, and service-driven leadership — values that were evident even during his time as a Tiger.

West Liberty-Salem celebrates Levi’s incredible journey and thanks him for representing our community, our school, and our country with such integrity and pride. 🧡🖤

Click here to see an interview with Levi after receiving the award: https://www.facebook.com/reel/4283160052006107

📺 The winner of the 2025 Armed Forces Merit Award was announced on ESPN’s SportsCenter on Veterans Day.
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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West Liberty-Salem Honors Our Heroes!

This morning, we proudly hosted nearly 200 veterans, active service members, and their families for our Second Annual Veterans Day Breakfast — organized by our Leadership Council and served by our amazing FFA chapter. Guests enjoyed a warm meal, musical performance by our second graders, and an inspiring message from Retired Lt. Col. Jason Douthwaite.

We’re so grateful to everyone who made this meaningful celebration possible . ❤️🤍💙
👉 Read the full story on our website: https://www.wlstigers.org/article/2542239

3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🧡🐾 Tiger Table Update! 🐾🧡

Our hearts are full — thank you to everyone who has already donated to help keep The Tiger Table food cabinet stocked! Your generosity is already making a difference.

The cabinet was well-used over the weekend and has since been restocked with food and hygiene essentials. If you’re able to give, donations of non-perishable food items, baby food, formula, and hygiene products are greatly appreciated. Every single item goes directly to supporting families right here in our community. You can send donations to school with your student or drop them off at one of our local partners — Sweetie Pies, Subway, or Theresa’s Gingerbread House — who are generously helping collect items for The Tiger Table!

Together, we’re proving that when it comes to helping others, everyone has a seat at The Tiger Table. 🧺✨

#TigerTable #WLSPride #CommunityStrong #TigerCheerCares #MinimizingHungerMaximizingHope
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🖥️🩺 Telehealth is available during school cancellations🖥️🩺

The West Liberty-Salem School-Based Health Center continues to see patients via telehealth whenever school is closed.
To schedule, call Community Health & Wellness Partners at 937-599-1411 and ask to be added to Mrs. Douthwaite’s schedule today.

Stay warm, stay well, Tigers! 🧡🖤
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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Hello, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to slick road conditions, WLS is closed for today, Monday, November 10th. Please have a safe day.
3 months ago, Kraig Hissong
Goodmorning, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent. Due to slick road conditions, WLS will be on a 2-hr delay for Monday, November 10th. School will start at 9:40 for MS/HS and 9:45 for the Elementary. Thank you
3 months ago, Kraig Hissong
🎉🧡 Congratulations to our November Seniors of the Month! 🧡🎉

West Liberty-Salem is proud to recognize Levi Miller and Tori Douthwaite as our November Seniors of the Month!

These two outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional leadership, character, and commitment to excellence throughout their time at WL-S. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or through service to others, Levi and Tori exemplify what it means to be a Tiger. 🐾

Congratulations, Levi and Tori — we’re so proud of your accomplishments and the positive impact you’ve made on our school and community! 🖤🧡

Read more about our awesome Seniors of the Month here: https://www.wlstigers.org/page/seniors-of-the-month

#WLSPride #SeniorOfTheMonth #TigerStrong #Classof2025
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🎶🐅 WL-S Band Students Explore “The Best Damn Band in the Land”! 🐅🎶

On Friday, November 1st, our fifth graders joined members of the WL-S High School Marching Band on an unforgettable field trip to The Ohio State University. They attended the university’s annual “Hometown Concert” by the Ohio State University Marching Band in Mershon Auditorium — an incredible showcase of the band’s most iconic halftime selections and fan favorites.

The day didn’t stop there! Students also enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of Mershon Auditorium and a photo op right on the field — a visual and experiential highlight that brought music-and-engineering-meets-marvel to life.

This experience offered meaningful connections between music education and real-world performance, inspiring our Tigers to see how teamwork, precision, and creativity make magic happen — whether on a high school gridiron or a collegiate concert stage.

A huge thank you to our fifth graders and our high school band members for representing WL-S with pride and curiosity. Here’s to more days of exploration, inspiration, and musical excellence! 🎺🧡🖤

#WLSPride #TigerBand #FutureMusicians #OhioState #MarchingBandMagic
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🏅✨ Gold Card Winners – November 7th! ✨🏅

Congratulations to our West Liberty-Salem Gold Card winners for November 7th! These students were recognized by their teachers for their hard work, positive attitude, and outstanding character. 🧡🐾🖤

High School:
9th – Ashlyn Yeater (Mrs. Harman)
10th – Cohen Evans (Mr. Warren)
11th – Colton Neeld (Mrs. Spencer)
12th – Malia Miller (Mrs. Bragg)

Middle School:
6th – Brooklyn Courant (Mrs. Buroker)
7th – Calvin DeRoziere (Mrs. Mazza)
8th – Lochlan Jenkins (Mrs. Miller)

Elementary:
Lilly McKenzie
Whitley Kauffman
Blakely Adams
Boone Dunham
Athena Hartshorn
Amelia Montgomery
Olivia Hypes
Annistyn Sadlier
Jake Dagger
Paisley Smith
Lyla Taylor
Griffin Hall
Emma Richardson
Luke Bumbalough
Eliana Park
Dexter Greenhill
Scarlett Lawrence
Atticus Kolb
Casen Titus
Maverick Lang
Ariel Rivera
Layla Knight
Avery Crowder
Gideon Smucker

Way to go, Tigers! Keep up the great work and continue setting an example for others to follow. 🌟
#WLSPride #TigerStrong #StudentSuccess #GoldCardWinners
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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📜 Help Us Perfect Our Tiger History! 🧡🖤
West Liberty-Salem is in the process of updating our Top Ten Graduates wall display, which will honor the academic excellence of every graduating class from 1962–2025.

To ensure these plaques are accurate before being produced, we’re inviting the community to help us review the names and spellings for each year’s Top Ten graduates.

This week, we’re sharing the lists for Classes of 1988-1997.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll continue posting additional groups of years until all classes are represented.
If you notice a correction or have documentation that could help verify a name, please contact Allison Wygal in Central Office at awygal@wlstigers.org, or call 937-465-1140. Written documentation (such as a yearbook scan or transcript copy) is always appreciated to help confirm updates.

Your input will help us preserve Tiger history with the accuracy and pride it deserves. Thank you for helping us celebrate decades of academic achievement at West Liberty-Salem!

Class of 1988

Valedictorian Kendra Yoder

Salutatorian Jill Snyder

#3 Scott Zerkle

#4 Julie Kauffman

#5 Brian Lapp

#6 Anita Newman

#7 Sandra Hertzler

#8 Steve Dernlan

#9 Lori Martin

#10 Shawn Arrington

 

Class of 1989

Valedictorian Kirk Newcomer

Valedictorian Angie King

Salutatorian Donita King

Salutatorian Debbie Yoder

#5 Denny Lehmer

#6 Julie Brehm

#7 Gina Buroker

#8 Emily Strapp

#9 Robbie Johnson

#10 David Wilson

Class of 1990

Valedictorian Mike Farley

Salutatorian Kevin Conkel

#3 Matt Schloneger

#4 Amanda Hunt

#5 Andra Traucht

#6 Jeremy Strapp

#7 Michele Pierron

#8 Deron King

#9 David Crumley

#10 Seth Chapman

 

Class of 1991

Valedictorian Shellie Johnson

Salutatorian Jenny Burkett

#3 Matt Roth

#4 Amy Bergman

#5 Jason McDaniel

#6 Mike Inskeep

#7  Cindy Stoner

#8 Shawn Long

#9 Allison McClure

#10 Anne Florek

 

Class of 1992

Valedictorian Amber McCullough

Salutatorian Tony Oliver

#3 Nathan Ruggles

#4 Andrea Leichty

#5 Ann Lindemer

#6 Jeff Heinlen

#7 Aaron Roth

#8 Jessia Auldridge

#9 Amanda Wolfe

#10 Andrea Dodge

 

Class of 1993

Valedictorian Michelle Roth

Salutatorian Kerry Taylor

#3 Sarah Strapp

#4 Julia Johnson

#5 Stephanie Loffing

#6 Brady Long

#7 Lora Lindemer

#8 Kevin Scheifele

#9 Denise McCullough

#10 Holly Buroker

 

Class of 1994

Valedictorian Jennifer Conrad

Valedictorian Marla Yoder

Salutatorian Tamela Riggle

#4 Leigh Ann Kauffman

#5 Anne Rabenstein

#6 Joellen Smith

#7 Therese Cotter

#8 Jennifer Neer

#9 Addie King

#10 Stacy Brown

 

Class of 1995

Valedictorian Scarlett Michael

Salutatorian Mark Landes

#3 Lee Edwards

#4 Melissa English

#5 Benjamin Heinlen

#6 Rebecca Cotter

#7 Lisa Troyer

#8 Tracey Kauffman

#9 Abigail Mariage

#10 Jeremy LeVan

 

 

Class of 1996

Valedictorian Daniel Showalter

Salutatorian Bryan Conrad

#3 Craig Michael

#4 Eric Parthemore

#5 Anthony Thoman

#6 Betsy Lapp

#7 John Beard

#8 Denise McDaniel

#9 Jacqueline Smith

#10 Lori Nelson

 

Class of 1997

Valedictorian Judson Neer

Salutatorian Esther Miller

#3 Elizabeth Herschberger

#4 Karen Farley

#5 Sarah Mitchell

#6 Jared Hoylman

#7 Brandy Hickman

#8  Ellen Augsburger

#9 Deborah Bryan

#10 Gretchen Smith

3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🎭✨ The Stage is Set at West Liberty-Salem! ✨🎭

Join us this Saturday, November 8th at 7:00 PM as the West Liberty-Salem Drama Club presents two hilarious one-act plays that are sure to keep you entertained all evening!

🎬 Romeo, You Idiot — a comedic twist on Shakespeare’s classic tale.
🎭 Bad Auditions by Bad Actors — where every audition is a new adventure in chaos and laughter!

Come out and support our talented student performers as they showcase their hard work, creativity, and sense of humor on stage. It’s a night you won’t want to miss! 🧡🖤🐅

#WLSPride #TigerTheatre #DramaClub #StudentTalent #TigerStrong
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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⭐ Celebrating Our WL-S Community STARS! ⭐
Last night, the Madison-Champaign ESC hosted their annual Community STARs Recognition Event, honoring students and staff who exemplify servant leadership through the pillars of Serving Others, Teamwork, Attitude, and Reliability. 🌟
We are proud to share that WL-S Senior Geneva Estep was recognized as our Student STAR, nominated by Mrs. Molly Smith, HS Guidance, Mr. John Stoner, Golf Coach, and support from Mrs. Allison Wygal. Although Geneva couldn’t attend because she was starring in the high school drama production (no surprise there! 🎭), her leadership, kindness, and involvement across WL-S continue to make us proud.
Our Staff STAR honoree was Mrs. Candace Watson, High School Counseling Office Secretary, nominated by Mrs. Smith for her incredible reliability, positive attitude, and dedication to our students and staff. 🧡
And to top off the evening — former WL-S student Wyatt Wilcoxon returned as the keynote speaker! Wyatt was the first-ever WL-S Community STAR and SuperSTAR winner seven years ago, and his inspiring speech reminded everyone of the lasting impact of servant leadership.
We’re so proud of these incredible representatives of our Tiger Community! 🐾🖤🧡

#WLSPride #TigerStrong #CommunitySTARs #ServantLeadership #TigerExcellence
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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🎺🎶 Support the WL-S Band This Holiday Season! 🎶🎺

The West Liberty-Salem Band is kicking off their Bi-Annual Hillside Greenhouse & Hemisphere Coffee Fundraiser! 🎄☕

This is a quick sale, so don’t wait — orders and money are due Friday, November 14!

🎁 Hillside Greenhouse Gift Cards:
$25 for $25 — perfect for your holiday greenery and gifts! (Valid this season only, expires December 20.)

☕ Hemisphere Coffee Products:
Choose from Whole Bean, Ground, or Single Cup flavors — most items are just $14!

All proceeds go directly to support the WL-S Band Program and our amazing student musicians! 🧡🖤

To order, reach out to any band member or contact Mr. Waibel at 📧 pwaibel@wlstigers.org

Thank you for supporting the arts and helping keep the music playing this Christmas season! 🎅🎶🎄
#WLSPride #TigerBand #SupportTheArts #TigerStrong
3 months ago, Allison Wygal
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