It’s another SENIOR SHOUT OUT and this time we are sending our congrats to Cierra Brown, Cade Clerico, Jason Council, and Rachel Davis! Congratulations, Seniors!!
Here are some tips for keeping your children focused and well during these uncertain times. We hope you are all doing well and miss you so much!
Hello Families, this is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent, with information to share about the remainder of the school year. Since students we will not be returning to the school building for the remainder of the year,I wanted to provide an update on a few items. Elementary and MS/HS families will receive information in the next few days on how to pick up items that belong to students that were left here at the school in desks or lockers. Along with this information will be details on how to return library books, textbooks, iPads, and any other school owned materials at the end of the school year. The last day of school will remain May 28th and your building principal/teachers will provide details of when all work will need to be submitted in order to receive credit for course assignments. Most school related events have been canceled for this school year, however, the district is hopeful that this summer some of the social distancing measures will be relaxed to allow for a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020. Mr. Johnson has sent a survey to students to seek input on options for graduation. This may include postponing the graduation ceremony until July, if necessary, to hold traditional ceremony on school grounds. Other options, like a virtual ceremony or parade have also been discussed. Details about graduation and other events will be shared by the end of next week, with dates, that will allow families to plan accordingly. The district understands how disappointing the closure of school has been for our students and families. We encourage our students to continue to complete schoolwork for the remainder of the fourth quarter. Thank you to all of our staff, students, and parents who have learned alongside us as we continue to improve distance learning at WL-S and make the best of this situation. Have a great evening and weekend.
Today’s SENIOR SHOUT OUT goes to Adalyn Caudill, Sam Benedict, Elizabeth Davis, and Dylan Domachowski. Congratulations, seniors!!!!
It's Gold Card Friday! Join us for another edition with some surprises from Mr. Hollar and Mr. McGill https://youtu.be/qTQE3aGfxrk
Today, our SENIOR SHOUT OUT goes to Jessie Boy, Alex Burton, Ethan Cole, and Levi Chapman! Congratulations, seniors!!
Today, we are giving our first senior shout out to Grace Adams, Julia Ames, Trent Berry and John Buckenroth! Congratulations, seniors!
The Specials teachers have provided several awesome activities for Earth Day you can view here: https://wlsmrsblair.weebly.com/
Congratulations to Mrs. Farris and Mrs. Seymour! You have been selected as our Teachers of the Month! Thank you for your dedication to your students and continuing to make a difference in their lives!
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Hello, This is Kraig Hissong, Superintendent, with some information regarding internet access. The district recently purchased hotspots through Sprint to help students access the internet that did not have connection at home. After providing hotspots to those families, we have 12 hotspots remaining that will be available to any student/family on a first come, first serve basis. The cost for the lease of the hotspot is $20 for April and May or $180 for 12 months. That is unlimited data, with no cap or slow down speeds for $15/month. This would be something to consider if you would like to try a Sprint hotspot or if you have multiple children in your household who are having trouble accessing the internet at the same time. Please call the school at 937-465-1060 between 8 and 3 pm to find out more information or to request a hotspot while our supply last. Thank you.
On April 20, 2020, at 8:20 pm, or 2020 in military time, WL-S lit up the Tiger stadium for 20 minutes while over 100 cars drove through honking and showing their support for our seniors! As the stadium and scoreboard lit the sky, we were all reminded of the bright future ahead for our seniors. We were hopeful for a time when we can all come back together to celebrate your dedication, accomplishments and resilience. We miss you, we are proud of you, and we stand together with you in this very difficult time. Here is the video from last evening. We are #tigerstrong. #seniors2020 https://youtu.be/VV1T7RzRehI
Are you looking for some fun ideas & activities to do with your family? If so, please visit the following link from the Kids for Peace organization (they help us celebrate the Great Kindness Challenge each year). https://5il.co/fd4r
Seniors,
Tonight we drove by the stadium to salute you and all you have accomplished. We know this isn’t an ideal end to your academic, musical, artistic and sports careers at WL-S, but we hope this small tribute to your accomplishments helps you know how much we appreciate your resiliency in these trying times. There will be a video tomorrow sharing the outpouring of support from our whole community.
With love,
The entire West Liberty-Salem community
CONGRATULATIONS to the following White Tiger Award recipients. Each student named below was nominated by the teacher next to their name. The White Tiger is that rare student, who brings dedication and integrity to the classroom and to the school. He or She has demonstrated persistence, great effort, and maturity in his or her academic work.
Mr. McGill - Wylie Harbour
Mr. Seymour - Maycee Miller
Mrs. Shank - Anna McGill
Mr. Cotrell - Naomi McGill
Mr Jake Vitt- Maddie Hutton
Mrs. Havens - Adalyn Caudill
Mr. Stormes – Brynn Cropper
Ms. Haney- Hailee Davis
Ms. Haney - Lillian Williamson
Mr. Lewis – Gavin Schoenleben
Mrs. Phelps- Tommy Yeargan
Mrs. Arnold - Jaden Marshal
Mrs. Arnold - Mogan Damron
Mrs. Molly Smith - Cierra Brown
Mrs. Neer - Isaac Riblet
Mrs. Horsley – Alyssa Putt
Mr. Lynxwiler - Bexley Harrigan
Ms. Lenk – Dani Smith
Mr. Henry - Taylor Wayman
Mrs. Watson – Taylor Wayman
Mrs. Roberts – Marissa Bailey
Mrs. C. Smith – Eli Ullery
Have you experience income changes or loss of employment due to COVID-19? You may qualify for the Free and Reduced lunch program. You can fill out an application by visiting our website, click on Cafeteria and then click on Free and Reduced Lunch application on the left side of the page. E-mail or mail applications to Audrey Jones at aujones@wlstigers.org. Our food service workers are working hard each week to get both breakfast and lunch deliveries out to our students and we want to THANK them!!! If you need more information, please call our office.
Tonight, on the 20th of April, at 8:20 (2020 Military time) West Liberty-Salem will join schools and conferences from all over Ohio in honoring our 2020 seniors by lighting up the Tiger Stadium for 20 minutes. WL-S is joining the movement to show respect to and appreciation for our seniors for all they have given up during these challenging times. Students and their families are welcome to drive thru campus by the stadium and honk. We ask that you maintain social distancing measures, and do not exit your vehicle or congregate in the parking lots. See you tonight! #tigerstrong #seniors2020
Kindergarten Screening has been postponed. For more information, visit https://www.wlstigers.org/o/wls/page/kindergarten-screening-registration
It's Gold Card Friday! Watch this week's episode and see one of Mr. Hollar's hidden talents. https://youtu.be/VIDUJPHKCHg
Calling all seniors/parents remind your seniors!! Please send a senior picture to awygal@wlstigers.org asap! Thank you!
