Dear Parents-

The Health Office is in need of at least 4 volunteers from about 7:50am-12:40pm on Hearing and Vision screening day, November 7th. Prior experience not necessary, but is helpful.  Volunteers need to stay the whole time, because it is cumbersome to train half way through the day. Light snacks and waters will be provided.

If you are interested please contact Natalie Dybzinski at: ndybzinski@libertycommon.org or Jen Hopkins at: [email protected]

• AP French which will meet our commitment to existing French students with curriculum that reflects Liberty philosophy.
• Intermediate Sculpture and 3D Design which fills a gap between introductory courses and AP Studio Art
• Principles of Liberty, a deep dive into United States founding documents, taught by Bob Schaffer.
• Theatre History and Literature, a revised course that includes an interdisciplinary survey of theatre, incorporating history, literature, art, and philosophy

We are very excited for the opportunity these classes offer beginning in 2015-16.  

Each year our accounting firm conducts an audit of our finances.  The preliminary audit has been conducted and reviewed with the Board.  It will be finalized within the next week.  A successful outcome is expected.  

The English department head and representatives, Mr. Dybzinski, Ms. Scarlett and Mr. Van Maren reported some impressive TCAP results.  LCS is a standout on the Colorado growth model!  These results are based on a cohesive curriculum and the collaborative efforts of faculty, parents, administration, and students.  Special thanks to all for their ongoing efforts.     

 Registration Forms Available in Front Office. Please return by Thurs. Oct. 23rd.   

Odyssey of the Mind is an international program that promotes creative problem solving for students from kindergarten through college. Under the guidance of a coach, teams of five to seven students learn creative thinking and problem solving skills while finding innovative solutions to a variety of technical and performance problems.

What do kids do in Odyssey?

Team members solve a "Long Term" problem, which they create, produce, practice, and then present at competition in the spring. The problem might be to design a vehicle, produce a play, build a balsa wood structure, or design & incorporate a special effect in the presentation. The problems change every year. In addition to this long term problem, the team is presented with a "Spontaneous" problem that they must solve or respond to in a short period of time. Teams are scored on their creative problem solving abilities, style, and teamwork.

Why is Odyssey of the Mind good for students?

How can you get involved? Students can be team members and problem solvers. Adults can be coaches, judges, or volunteers at competition. Each team consists of 5-7 students and one adult coach. The coach is a coordinator who holds regular meetings for the team to work on their projects. The main role of the coach is to guide the team by asking questions to help students expand their approach. Coaches receive training and are supported throughout the Odyssey season.

On behalf of Liberty Common School, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the countless number of parents, grandparents, and siblings who volunteered their time and energy to making this year's Fall Festival such a fun and successful fundraiser for our school!  It would never be possible to list all the people who put forth their time, but you know who you are and we thank you all! I would like to recognize a few members of our school community who really helped out with this event for weeks prior to the night!  

Yolanda Sears, Katie and Greg Piccolo, Robert Crowe, Kristen Stephens, Maia Tomich, Andrea Irish, Kristy Cleaver, Mariah Spalding, Kelly Kupplinger, Jamie Nagel, Matt Hass, our very own Grandparent's Committee for organizing grandparents in to assist throughout the night, John and Marie Beck for catering the amazing food from their restaurant Panino's, and Cory and Jessica Coombs for their most generous contribution of the Brace's U Orthodontics' photo booth.  A special thank you to Linda Magloughlin for her tireless work organizing the tickets, meal vouchers, and money for the event, Jill Ronen and Julie Russell in the front office for all the extra work that this places in their laps, Liberty's own Student Council for providing a photo booth that was a sure hit, Dominic and Richard Rencher for set up and reorganizing the gym for this huge project, and principal Casey Churchill for his support of the event. Thank you all!

Liberty Common Cotillion Participants-Winter Session 20014

Liberty Common School encourages all families of 4th-6th graders to enter the raffle for free cotillion classes offered by Jon D. Williams Cotillions�.  A table with raffle tickets is located right outside the Front Office.  Please view the upcoming Jon D. Williams Cotillions�  classes offered in Fort Collins beginning in January by Clicking Here

These are great character building classes for your 4-8 grade students. The cotillion program teaches elementary through high school students courtesy and consideration through the art of social dance. Students learn essential social skills, such as how to introduce themselves to adults and peers, table manners and etiquette and how to treat each other with respect. From the traditional fox trot and waltz, to the electrifying beat of Latin and swing, Jon D. Williams Cotillions� offers one of the most unique and extensive educational programs for children in the United States.   

Jeanne-Marie Siegfried

The Gala 2015 committee needs your gently used Reading List books to help raise funds for the school. To donate your books, leave them in the drop boxes located near the front office and back doors to the school.

Pink Bags are back!  Gala planning and preparations are underway, and we've filled pink bags with projects that are simple to complete.  Most of the projects can be done at home.  All the supplies and instructions are included in each bag.  Many hands make light work!  Visit the front office to check out your Pink Bag Project today!