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Armitage & Evans Win Seats on LPS Board of Education
On Tuesday, April 3, 2012, Charlene Armitage and David Evans won seats on the Liberty Public Schools Board of Education. Both will be sworn in at the April 16 Board meeting. Both Armitage and Evans will serve 3-year terms on the Board. For complete results of Tuesday's election, visit the Clay County, Missouri Board of Election Commissioners website by clicking here.
REMINDER: No Classes on Friday, April 6
Liberty Public Schools will be closed on Friday, April 6, for Easter Break. Classes will resume on Monday, April 9.
Gossett Named New Executive Director of Special Programs
Becky Gossett has been named the new Executive Director of Special Programs for Liberty Public Schools, effective July 1, 2012. Gossett is currently the principal at the Early Childhood Center. She has been employed by LPS since 1994, having served in various capacities, which have included preschool teacher and coordinator/parent educator prior to her current position at the Early Childhood Center.
"Becky is a talented and child-centered leader with a sincere dedication to our school district," said LPS Superintendent Mike Brewer. "We are fortunate to have a leader with Becky's qualities to help direct the special programs for Liberty Public Schools. Becky's primary responsibility of overseeing programs that meet our students' unique needs is at the heart of our district's mission."
Gossett received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, with an emphasis in Special Education, from William Jewell College in 1981, and a Master of Educational Administration from the University of Missouri, Kansas City in 2002.
As the Executive Director of Special Programs, Gossett will help ensure the district is meeting the wide range of needs of LPS students. She will work closely with the current Director of Special Services, Dr. Barb Wright, to ensure a smooth transition, as Dr. Wright has announced her plans to retire at the conclusion of the 2012-2013 school year.
Important Grade Configuration Change Information
As Liberty Public Schools moves forward with the middle level reconfiguration in the fall of 2013, LPS has created several resources and documents to help families understand the change and impact it will have on their children. These resources can be found on our district website, or by clicking here, where you will find video presentations and interactive maps showing boundary proposals for the middle level and high schools. Any questions or comments regarding the project can be directed to Scott Carr.
Manor Hill Presented with Special Award
At a surprise presentation last Thursday, Manor Hill Elementary staff members were recognized with the Commitment to Excellence Award. Amy Allison, Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City, and Sue Wager, Manor Hill parent, presented this honor to the staff of Manor Hill Elementary for their commitment to supporting individuals with Down Syndrome and making a meaningful difference. The staff of Manor Hill Elementary was nominated for their exceptional creativity, dedication, and passion. |
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Summer School Enrollment Continues
Liberty School District's summer school program, Summer Adventure 2012, is just around the corner, and enrollment is currently taking place. To enroll your Kindergarten through 8th grade student for summer school, click here. For summer school information for students in grades 9-12, click here.
For all of the important information you will need to enroll your child, visit the LPS website by clicking here.
A+ Program Provides Significant College Funds
According to Metropolitan Community Colleges (MCC), Liberty Public Schools graduates have received almost $323,856 (156 students) in tuition reimbursements for participating in the A+ Program during for the Fall 2011 school year. LPS graduates that meet state academic guidelines can qualify for up to three years full tuition to any public community college or technical school in the state of Missouri. Additionally, some Missouri four year colleges and universities offer their own partial scholarships to A+ certified students.
Students must meet the following state requirements to qualify for A+ after high school:
1. Graduate from high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
2. Maintain a 95% cumulative attendance rate during four years of high school
3. Attend one mandatory 45-minute training session before start of tutoring
4. Perform 50 hours of approved, unpaid academic tutoring for LPS
5. Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the use of drugs and alcohol, as defined by LPS district policy
6. The graduating class of 2015 will be required to pass the Algebra I End of Course Exam to qualify for A+ Scholarship
You can find out more information about this program by clicking here or by contacting Eric Greely, Sr. at 736-5349.
Shoal Creek Stars Take 2nd in Contest
Congratulations to the 4th and 5th graders from Shoal Creek Elementary for placing 2nd in the Challenge Level of the Landmark Game. The Landmark Game is an online game played with teams from the area as well as from around the world. For the last 6 weeks, students have been participating with 22 other teams. This game involves figuring out the landmark that each of the other teams chooses. They do this by using 9 clues that were created by each of the other teams. Students get 3 new clues each week over a three-week period. They have 3-4 weeks to solve the other team's landmarks. This year, Shoal Creek students solved 22 of the 23 landmarks. Shoal Creek is very proud of the work their students put into accomplishing this goal. Job well done! |
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Driver's Education Information
The driver's education program will again be offered this summer. Students who are 15 years of age or older by June 6, 2012, are eligible to participate in driver's education. Students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Follow this link to complete the enrollment form and send it to the counseling office at Liberty High School, 200 Blue Jay Drive, Liberty MO 64068.
Make Plans to Attend College Fair April 17
If you are an LPS junior high/high school student or parent wondering about college options, you will want to make plans to attend the 5th annual MOACAC I-70 College Fair on Tuesday, April 17, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Mabee Center at William Jewell College. Click here for a complete list of colleges that will be in attendance. Also, it is highly recommended that students register online. Entering the information one time allows students to elaborate on special interests, extra-curricular activities, and accomplishments. There is no cost to attend this great event!
Volleyball Camp Set for April 30-May 3
Liberty High School will be hosting a volleyball camp for students in grades 4-7 April 30-May 3 from 6-8 p.m. The purpose of the camp is to have fun by instilling at an early age the proper fundamentals of volleyball through the use of positive reinforcement. All campers will receive interaction and instruction from current Blue Jays players and coaches. The cost of the camp is $35 if you pre-register by Friday, April 27, and $40 if you register on-site. The cost will cover all fees, as well as a Liberty volleyball t-shirt. Athletes should wear proper clothing, such as shorts, t-shirt, and proper show attire. To print a form, you may go to the LHS volleyball page. If you have any additional questions, contact LHS Head Volleyball Coach April Rolf.
Make Plans to Attend Liberty Junior High Production
Liberty Junior High School proudly presents "Dogsbreath Devereaux, The Dastardly Doctor or...Nurses! Foiled Again!", a medical melodrama set in 1918 in the emergency room of the Hanover D. Cash Clinic filled with zany patients. Dogsbreath Devereaux, M.D., plots to wed and do away with the wealthy widow, Lotta Cash, so he can inherit her fortune and her late husband's clinic. He enlists the aid of the nasty nurse, Hilda Hatchet, and promises to marry her once he disposes of Lotta. Problems arise when the insanely jealous Hilda catches Dogsbreath flirting with Wendy March, the heroine of our show. It seems only our hero, Dr. Phil Good, can save Wendy and the unsuspecting Lotta Cash from certain death.
Performances will be April 13 and 14 and will begin at 7 p.m. in the Liberty Junior High auditorium. Admission will be $5.
LHS Color Guard Try-Outs
The Liberty High School Color Guard will be hosting try-outs April 23, 25, 30, and May 2 from 6-8 p.m. at the Liberty Oaks Elementary School gym. Please pick up an informational packet outside of the LHS band room prior to the first night of try-outs. For additional information or questions, contact LHS Color Guard Director Amber Hess or LHS Band Director Paul Warnex.
Annual Bowl-a-Thon Returns April 14
Liberty Academy is preparing for their 14th Annual Bowl-a-Thon to "Strike Out Cancer" on April 14 at Retro Bowl in Liberty. 100% of the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. In the past, the Academy staff, students, and community members have raised over $24,000 for this worthy cause. If you are interested in bowling, or would like to support with a donation, please contact Shannon Lawson no later than April 7.
LHS Care Bags for Finals
The Liberty High School Orchestra Boosters are currently taking orders for LHS Care Bags for spring finals week. The care bags are a great way for parents to encourage students during finals. You can also send care bags to teachers or friends. For $5, your student will receive a bag that contains a variety of snacks, some surprises, and a personal note from the purchaser. The deadline for ordering is April 30. For an order form, email tdavis@kc.rr.com.
SVMS 5th Grade Parent Night Information
The annual South Valley Middle School 5th Grade Parent Night will take place Thursday, April 19, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at SVMS. This event is geared towards providing important information to our incoming SVMS parents. Our event will cover general information about SVMS, scheduling, daily procedures, activities offered outside the school day, additional transition opportunities, and a tour of the building. We hope you will join us for this event. This is one of many transitional opportunities provided in order to help families with their transition from fifth grade to the middle school. The SVMS staff looks forward to meeting you and sharing all of the great things that take place at SVMS. Upcoming South Valley Middle School transition opportunities for students:
- 5th Grade Students Visit SVMS: Monday, May 14th
- Summer School, including 6th grade transition as an offering: June 4-29
- 1-day transition sessions available through the summer school program; if students do not attend the 4-week summer school session, dates available include Thursday, July 26, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at SVMS or Thursday, August 2, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at SVMS
- 6th Grade Orientation/Registration: Tuesday, August 7, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- 1st day of school: Wednesday, August 15, 7:20 a.m.-2:25 p.m.
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LHS Scholar Bowl Wins Greater Kansas City Event
Wednesday, March 28, the Liberty High School Varsity Scholar Bowl team hosted the Greater Kansas City Suburban Conference Gold Division Tournament and earned a stellar 1st place finish. Team members include Bradley Dice, Kelsey Malone, Mack Yi, Eric Luan, Helen Alpern, Max Accardi, and Spencer Nelson. The team is coached by Rosemary Camp and Kim Scholes.
Students Have Sculptures on Display
On display for public viewing is the 4th Annual Children's Book Character Sculptures made in clay at the Liberty Branch Mid-Continent Public Library from April 2-13. The following students from the Sculpture I class at Liberty North High School are on exhibit: Madeline - Kari Clark, Lily and the Purple Purse - Haley Richardson, Thumper - Cortlin Kenowith, The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Samantha Williams, Pokey Little Puppy - Cassidy Bamman, The Lorax - Rachel Hill, Dr. Suess - Tim Harder, Little Critter - Racheal Loveall, Go, Dog, Go - Bryce Shephard, Tacky the Penguin - Tyler Knauth, Harold & the Purple Crayon - Isaac Brown, Tin Man - Alex Parkins, Where the Wild Things Are - Max -Macy Angle, The Dish Ran Away with the Spoon - Nicole Rookstool, No, David - Dakota Blankenship, Fox in Sox - Jason Lehnhardt, Rainbow Fish - Mikaela Gangai, Winnie the Pooh - Breanna Hutsell, Curious George - Jessica Medlen, Cinderalla - Jasmine Banton, Eeyore - Brooks Blanks, Gingerbread Man - Gabrielle Gonzales, Dog Who Wanted to be Cat - Hannah Pritchett, Where the Wild Things Are - Goat- Abby Ranes, Beauty & the Beast - The Beast - Kelsey Schmeling.
District Music Contest Results Are In
Several secondary schools in LPS participated in the Missouri State High School District Music Contest this past weekend at Liberty High School. Below is a listing of results received from the respective schools:
Liberty High School
Congratulations to the Liberty High School band department for a great showing at the Missouri State High School Activities Association's District Music Solo/Ensemble Festival at Liberty High School on Saturday, March 31. A total of 21 events received a Superior rating, 32 events received an Excellent rating, 12 events received a Good rating, and 3 events received a Fair rating. A total of 25 student entries received a Superior rating and will advance on to the State Music Solo/Ensemble Festival held at the University of Missouri-Columbia on Friday, April 27. Complete results from LHS band students can be accessed by clicking here.
1,500 events from 22 schools participated in the two-day festival. Mr. Warnex would like to thank the music parents and music staff of LHS, LNHS, SVJH, and LJH for their assistance with running one of the largest MSHSAA music festivals in the state!
LHS Results from Vocal Music District Contest
Congratulations to all of the LHS vocal music students who participated in District Contest on Friday, March 30!
The following students from Liberty High School received a "Superior" (I) Rating for their Vocal Ensembles:
Burroughs Women's 6 Brigid Burroughs, Abby Schott, Sarah Cadd, Sami Asher, Jessica Renzelman, Amy Taylor), Johnson Mixed Trio (Eric Johnson, Renee Kiefer, Marie Messina), Brown Women's 6 (Kalyn Brown, Shelby Foster, Lauren Pouliot, Alexa Putnam, Kayleigh Tinkham, Jacque Stichnot), Bronakowska Women's 6 (Magda Bronakowska, Hanna Bruns, Breezy Jeffries, Marie Messina, Elena Morgan, Andi Tulipana), Hill Women's Trio (Libby Hill, Anna Kain, Clarissa Parker), Coy Women's 6 (Victoria Coy, Kelsey Lewis, Megan McCoy, Sam Nguyen, Bree Patterson, Ashley Stuck), Bronakowska Mixed 8 (Magda Bronakowska, Elena Morgan, Hanna Bruns, Jessica Vernickas, Jackson Ritchie, Ian Langford, Turner Staton, Ben Parker), Adams Mixed 8 (Luke Adams, James Coday, Libby Hill, Breezy Jeffries, Anna Kain, Clarissa Parker, James O'Boyle, Steven Untch), Andrews Women's 6 (Sarah Andrews, Lyndsaybeth Garrison, Madi Clem, Brandilyn Walker, Sadie Wilson, Bre Cruse), McCarroll Mixed Quartet (Liam McCarroll, Chris Morgan, Lauren Pouliot, Andi Tulipana), Adams Men's 8 (Luke Adams, James Coday, Eric Johnson, Liam McCarroll, Chris Morgan, James O'Boyle, Turner Staton, Steven Untch)
Ensembles receiving a rating of "Excellent" (II) were: Bednar Women's Trio (Bethany Bednar, Caroline Craven, Cheyanne Lamb), Browning Women's Misc. 5 (Becca Price, Renee Kiefer, Lexie Browning, Rachael Rogers, Jessica Vernickas), Langford Men's Trio (Ian Langford, Ben Parker, Jackson Ritchie), Closson Mixed Misc. 6 (Haley Closson, Hannah Goodwin, Daniel Evans, Cody Kesler, Sydney Frost, Tana Pottorf)
LHS vocal soloists receiving a Superior (I) Rating: Chris Morgan, Madi Clem, Renee Kiefer, Breezy Jeffries, Elena Morgan, Brigid Burroughs, Emily Wilson, Lauren Pouliot, Jenna Tyler, Hanna Bruns, Andi Tulipana, Ashley Stuck, Hannah Goodwin, Jessica Vernickas, Turner Staton, Rachael Rogers, Anna Kain, Kelsey Lewis.
Soloists receiving an Excellent (II) Rating: Jessica Renzelman, Clarissa Parker, Becca Price, Bre Cruse, Haley Closson, Sarah Andrews, Abby Schott, Liam McCarroll, Bree Patterson.
Soloists receiving a rating of "Good" (III): Kayleigh Tinkham
LHS Vocal Music Director is Dr. Rika Heruth, and Mrs. Sharon Parker is the Assistant Vocal Music Director.
Liberty North High School
Band students from Liberty North High School participated in the MSHSAA District Music Contest on Saturday, March 31, at Liberty and achieved the following results:
Superior (I) rating for a solo:
Zach Brewer - Baritone Saxophone, David Roelofsz - Snare Drum, Mackenzie Barnes - Flute, Richard Adger - Clarinet, Taylor Diggs - flute, Kayla Bowers - Multiple Percussion, Kristen Holleman - Piano, Rebecca Reed - Clarinet, Breana Aranda - Clarinet, Lizzy Soper - Piano, Emily Foley - Piano, Lizzy Soper - Oboe, Paige Alley - Flute
Excellent (II) rating for a solo:
Brittany Smith - Tumpet, Chelsea Douglas - Flute, Maya Allen - Flute, Katie Wadle - Flute, Matt Hudson - Snare Drum, Luke Small - Snare Drum, Josh Dillman - Snare Drum, Emily Spittler - Oboe, Aaron Sembroff - Alto Saxophone, Kaila Stigler - Trumpet, Sydney Marshall - Clarinet, Matt Hudson - Keyboard Mallet, Marissa Cooper - Flute
Good (III) rating for a solo:
Seth Davis - Trumpet, Rene Roberts - Clarinet
Superior (I) rating for a small ensemble:
Percussion Quartet: Kayla Bowers, David Roelofsz, Kyle Knudsen, Luke Small
Mallet Percussion Quartet: Matt Hudson, Kristin Holleman, Lizzy Soper, Kayla Bowers
Percussion Ensemble: Kyle Knudsen, Luke Small, Abbiey Kauer, Sean Baker, Charlie Roberts, Julian Fraysier, Ty Hughes
Clarinet Trio: Richard Adger, Rebecca Reed, Breana Aranda
Woodwind Quintet: Richard Adger, Paige Alley, Lizzy Soper, Alexa Dougherty, Abbey Buescher
Saxophone Quartet: Kristin Holleman, Liz McKinney, Holly Buescher, Zach Brewer
Excellent (II) rating for a small ensemble:
Flute Quartet: Paige Alley, Mackenzie Barnes, Maya Allen, Chelsea Douglas
Good (III) rating for a small ensemble:
Tuba Trio: Carolyn Linder, Jake Lambert, Keegan Sharp
All events that earned a Superior rating advance to the State Music Contest held in late April at the University of Missouri-Columbia.
LNHS vocal music students performed well at the District Music Contest.
Students receiving a I (superior) rating and continuing on to State Competition are:
Vocal Ensembles:
Men's Double Quartet- Kellen Burgess, Kenny Tran, Tony McBroom, J.D. Williams, Parker Summers, Ricky Kosorog, Brock Mitchell, and Caleb Pate
Mixed Double Quartet- Tori Citro, Rachelle Hasapes, Kristen Holleman, Brock Mitchell, Parker Summers, Kenny Tran, Bailey Williams, and J.D. Williams
Girls Trio- Tori Citro, Emily Fuller, and Bailey Williams
Girls Sextet - Jessa Adams, Morgan Burgess, Sara Cable, Mackenzie Elliott, Kristen Holleman, and Taylor Nelson
Girls Ensemble - Luce Apollon, Brooklyn White, Hollyanne Jagodzinski, Alexandrya Havener, Victoria Curtin
Vocal Solos:
Taylor Nelson, Bailey Williams, Kenny Tran, Brock Mitchell, Morgan Burgess, Kristen Holleman, Katherine Herrick, Hannah Thompson
Students receiving a II (excellent) rating are:
Vocal Ensembles:
Girls Trio - Rachelle Hasapes, Emily McFadden, Elisa Parker
Girls Sextet - Shelby Bartlett, Caitlyn Johnson, Jasmine Joplin, Abbiey Kauer, Sydney McIntire, and Brooklyn Reeder
Girls Double Octet - Gabby Bridgeman, Claire DeVry, Montana Grizzle, Abigail Nuckolls, Elisa Parker, Mikayla Wistrom, Savannah Smith, Shelby Apostol
Vocal Solos:
Anthony McBroom, Joel Afriyie, Emily McFadden, Parker Summers, Shelby Apostol, Shelby Bartlett, Claire DeVry, Elisa Parker, Mikayla Wistrom, Elliot Popenhagen, Sydney Wehmeyer, and Abigail Nuckolls
Students receiving a II (excellent) rating are:
Vocal Ensembles:
Girls Trio - Rachelle Hasapes, Emily McFadden, Elisa Parker
Girls Sextet - Shelby Bartlett, Caitlyn Johnson, Jasmine Joplin, Abbiey Kauer, Sydney McIntire, and Brooklyn Reeder
Girls Double Octet - Gabby Bridgeman, Claire DeVry, Montana Grizzle, Abigail Nuckolls, Elisa Parker, Mikayla Wistrom, Savannah Smith, Shelby Apostol
Girls Sextet - Katherine Herrick, Jamee Slagle, Elliot Popenhagen, Sydney Wehmeyer, Holly Liebel, Rachel Mewes
Vocal Solos:
Anthony McBroom, Joel Afriyie, Emily McFadden, Parker Summers, Shelby Apostol, Shelby Bartlett, Claire DeVry, Elisa Parker, Mikayla Wistrom, and Abigail Nuckolls
South Valley Junior High
Band students from South Valley Junior High participated in the MSHSAA District Music Contest on Saturday, March 31, at Liberty and achieved the following results:
Superior (I) rating for a solo:
Cameron Smith - Snare Drum, David Laffoon - Trumpet
Excellent (II) rating for a solo:
Brittany Smith - Trumpet, Chelsea Douglas - Flute, Matt Hudson - Snare Drum, Josh Dillman - Snare Drum, Sydney Marshall - Clarinet, Matt Hudson - Keyboard Mallet, Matt Alvey - Trombone, Isaac Knopf - Clarinet, Kenneth Rogers - Snare Drum, Cameron Smith - Keyboard Mallet, Gretchen Price - Bassoon, Tim Gibson - Alto Sax, Jamie Sullivan - Trumpet
Superior (I) rating for a small ensemble:
Mallet Percussion Quartet: Matt Hudson, Kristin Holleman, Lizzy Soper, Kayla Bowers
Woodwind Quintet: Alexa Dougherty, Richard Adger, Paige Alley, Lizzy Soper, Abbey Buescher
Excellent (II) rating for a small ensemble:
Flute Quartet: Chelsea Douglas, Paige Alley, Mackenzie Barnes, Maya Allen
Saxophone Trio: Phil Guarino, Tim Gibson, Christian Hannah
Percussion Ensemble: Cameron Smith, Jack Hansen, Jacob Allee, Christian Neuroth, Kenneth Rogers
Good (III) rating for a small ensemble:
Tuba Trio: Jake Lambert, Keegan Sharp, Carolyn Linder
All events that earned a Superior rating advance to the State Music Contest held in late April at the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Liberty Junior High
Congratulations to all LJH vocalists on their outstanding performances at District Vocal Music Contest, held Friday, March 30, at Liberty High School.
Those students receiving a I, or superior rating, thus qualifying them to participate at State Vocal Music Contest to be held Friday, April 27, at MU were:
Soloists Savon Hayes, Hans Heruth, NinaMarie Hawkins, and Katherine Herrick, in addition to the Hammontree Miscellaneous Ensemble (NinaMarie Hawkins, Danni Hammontree, Mary Mwaura, Adi Silva-Chambers, Savon Hayes, Robby Henderson, and Hans Heruth)
Those students receiving a II, or excellent rating, were:
Soloists Sydney Wehmeyer, Elliot Popenhagen, Rachel Young, and Miguel Roman, in addition to the DeClue Sextet (Rachel Young, Brooke Yanez, Allie Workman, Sandra Stupp, Amanda Kovac, Katie DeClue), the Herrick Sextet (Katherine Herrick, Jamee Slagle, Elliot Popenhagen, Sydney Wehmeyer, Holly Liebel, Rachel Mewes) and the Ames Sextet (Chloe Gossett, Sheridan Smith, Jackie Harding, Miranda Howland, Jessica Ames, Kristy Prather).
Congratulations to all of our musicians, and best of luck at State later this month!
Orchestras Perform Well at District Festival
The Liberty orchestras made an excellent showing in the MSHAA District Solo/Ensemble Festival on Saturday, March 31. Complete individual results can be accessed by clicking here. The teachers for the junior high and high school orchestras are Andra Lewin, SVJH and LHS,Tania Campbell, LJH, Mary Lou Jones, LHS and LNHS, and Jeremy Schwinger, LHS and LNHS. Those students receiving a I or Superior rating will participate in the MSHSAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival in Columbia on April 27.
LPS Students Excel at Chemathon
Friday, March 30, Liberty High School and Liberty North High School students participated in the 37th Annual Chemathon held at Missouri Western State University. The field included approximately 500 top science students from 30 area high schools. Students competed in four divisions: Beginning Chemistry, Dual-Credit Chemistry, Advanced Placement Chemistry, and Physics. Below are students from each respective school that placed in the individual event:
1st place finishers: Paul Spring (LHS), Brad Dice (LHS), Andrew Kitahara (LHS), Chris Vlamis (LHS)
2nd place finishers: Kayla Ford (LHS), Mack Yi (LHS)
3rd place finishers: Tanner Prendergast (LHS)
4th place finishers: Lizzie Soper (LNHS)
5th place finishers: Adam Sheahan (LHS)
6th place finishers: Eric Luan (LHS), Kristin Hinson (LHS), Ty Fowler (LHS)
7th place finishers: Daniel Franz (LHS)
8th place finishers: Megan Anderson (LHS)
9th place finishers: Caleb Mitchell (LHS)
10th place finishers: Josh Ehrich (LNHS), Garrett Loew (LNHS)
Additional LNHS results: The team of Ashley Harder, Kaitlyn Jantzen, Becca Reed, Erica Rookstool, and Katie Wadle took 3rd place in the Dual Credit Chemistry lab. The Physics team of Brooks Blank, Daniel Catton, Collin Crain, and Josh Ehrich earned 3rd place in the oral competition. The AP Chemistry team of Rebecca Filla, Garrett Loew, Mark Ohlhausen, and Alycia Shepherd also earned 3rd place in the oral competiton. LNHS faculty advisors are Lario Yerino, Jessica Robinson, and Mary Coogan.
Additional LHS results: The team of Mack Yi (Captain), Megan Anderson, Eric Luan, and Clarice Malotte took 2nd place in the AP Chemistry Lab Competition, while Brad Dice (Captain), Ian Hawkins, Caleb Mitchell, and Adam Sheahan took 3rd place. Also, the team of Tyler Brockman, Derrick Eggleston, Spencer Everett, Daniel Franz, Kristin Hinson, Adina Hoyle, Andrew Kitahara, Josh Luiten, and Derek Schnoebelen.
Team results saw the Honors Chemistry, Advanced Placement Chemistry, and Physics taking 1st place, and College Chemistry placing 2nd overall.
Sponsoring teachers are Ms. Rosemary Camp, Mr. Stuart Jorgensen, and Dr. Ken Kramme.
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Upcoming Parents as Teachers Event
Dads and little superstars, come join the LPS Parents as Teachers for a morning or evening of sports fun. We will be enjoying active, sports-related play. Any child 14 months through pre-kindergarten can attend. This exciting event will take place Friday, April 13, from 6-8 p.m., and also Saturday morning, August 14, from 9-11 a.m., at the Early Childhood Center, 9600 NE 79 St., Kansas City, MO 64158.
For more information, call the Parents as Teachers office at 736-7020. Many of these events will take place outside, weather permitting. Please dress accordingly.
American Cancer Society Fundraiser Saturday, April 14
A Bingo Night has been scheduled to benefit The Relay for Life of Liberty on Saturday, April 14, at the St. James Church Social Hall. This is the major fundraiser to help support the Relay for Life event held in Liberty each summer. More information on Bingo Night can be accessed by clicking here.
The 2012 Relay for Life of Liberty has been scheduled for Friday, June 22, from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. at the South Valley Middle School Track. Mark your calendars now for this special event, which helps celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers. Additionally, click here for information regarding the survivor dinner, scheduled for early June. For more information, contact co-chairs Julie Davidson (820-6696) or Lori Ewing (589-2386) or visit the organization's website by clicking here. |
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This week, meet the new principal of Manor Hill Elementary, Valerie Utecht, who will begin in her new role this summer.
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This bulletin board will continuously be updated throughout the week, and announcements will remain until they expire by date.
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LPS Mission
Through our collective best, we do whatever it takes to inspire and equip every learner to find their voice and realize their unlimited potential.
LPS Vision
As stewards of discovery, we will embrace innovation to instill a passion for life-long learning that will best serve our nation and the world in the 21st century.
LPS Core Values
· Learning is our priority
· Respect is our norm
· Excellence is our expectation
· Collaboration is our culture
· Integrity is our foundation |
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Dates to Remember
Friday, April 6, 2012
Easter Break
(No Classes)
Monday, April 16, 2012
Board of Education meeting
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