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“This project is more than just designing a hoodie—it’s about collaboration, identity and giving students the opportunity to turn creativity into real-world impact,”  Andre Wright said.
Creating a community for minorities
Kali' Browning March 24, 2025

High school is about finding a space where students are comfortable and accepted for who they are. At Liberty High School, there has always been...

The girls basketball team’s chemistry led them to their most successful season to date.
The road to state basketball
Amelia Marquardt, Reporter • March 12, 2025
As the second trimester comes to a close, students look forward to the final stretch of the school year.
Second trimester slump
Rebecca Matiyabo, Reporter • March 6, 2025
A student takes the time to perfect their application, before submitting in hopes of getting accepted.
The stress of NHS Applications
Peyten Van Dyke, Reporter • February 27, 2025
“This project is more than just designing a hoodie—it’s about collaboration, identity and giving students the opportunity to turn creativity into real-world impact,”  Andre Wright said.
Creating a community for minorities
Kali' Browning March 24, 2025

High school is about finding a space where students are comfortable and accepted for who they are. At Liberty High School, there has always been...

The girls basketball team’s chemistry led them to their most successful season to date.
The road to state basketball
Amelia Marquardt, Reporter • March 12, 2025

The Liberty Girls Basketball team has made dramatic strides in improvement over the last few years. They’ve gone from having their first-ever...

As the second trimester comes to a close, students look forward to the final stretch of the school year.
Second trimester slump
Rebecca Matiyabo, Reporter • March 6, 2025

It's that time of year again, the in-between phase when students aren’t as driven as they were at the start of the school year but haven’t...

A student takes the time to perfect their application, before submitting in hopes of getting accepted.
The stress of NHS Applications
Peyten Van Dyke, Reporter • February 27, 2025

The National Honor Society (NHS) is a rewarding experience for students. At Liberty, students are able to get involved with tutoring, community...

The Liberty Varsity Dance Team has experienced many emotions this year, but they have only strengthened their bond. The team continues to leave its audiences shocked.
The success of the Liberty Dance Team
Leighana Rose, Reporter • February 13, 2025

The Liberty Dance Team has been a club at Liberty since 2017. From the challenges of getting brand new coaches this school year to getting warmed...

Three new AP courses will be added for next school year: AP Seminar, AP English Language and AP Physics C.
Liberty expands AP course offerings for the 2025-26 school year
Avery Riehl, Managing Editor • February 4, 2025

As the 2024-25 school year comes to a close, students are looking ahead to what’s next. Many students will be excited to learn they now have...

Choirs for a Cause continues to raise money for important causes. (photo used with permission from Elaina McDonald)
Voicing change: Choirs for a Cause
Leighana Rose, Reporter • January 15, 2025

Liberty High School hosted the 2025 Choirs for a Cause. This event has been an ongoing tradition in the Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD)....

Students play all kinds of competitive video games and create lasting friendships.
More than a game: The Liberty e-sports team
Rebecca Matiyabo, Reporter • November 21, 2024

Competitive electronic sports have increased in popularity nationwide, including at Liberty. Electronic sports (e-sports) are played with game...

Each month a maximum of 10 students sign up to bring food and a positive attitude to play bingo or trivia.
Liberty IN SHOC
Emerson Townsend, Reporter • November 15, 2024

IN SHOC, Interact Students Helping Our Community, is a Liberty club created in 2017. English teachers, Zachary Lively (he/him) and Mary Binzley...

The ACT is administered now in an online and paper format, test takers can choose how they would like to take the exam.
ACT changes ahead: what a simpler test means for students
Averie Bilskemper, Reporter • October 4, 2024

The ACT (American College Testing) is the most popular test among 11th and 12th graders across the nation. Students take this exam for many reasons,...

The technical theater program works tirelessly in the months leading up to productions to ensure that everything is prepared for the actors.
Sustainability takes the stage
Amelia Marquardt, Reporter • September 19, 2024

The behind-the-scenes work has already begun as Liberty approaches its annual fall play. Transforming a blank stage into a wide-range of settings...

Classrooms throughout the school are being brought to life as new staff get to decorate and add personality making their rooms unique.
Liberty’s new teachers and staff
Averie Bilskemper, Reporter • September 11, 2024

A new year means new faces at Liberty. The new staff are coming here from all over the country. This article will introduce these teachers through...

One out of the two vending machines has cooling capabilities for drinks.
Liberty’s vending machines
Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief • May 15, 2024

Before winter break, students were informed that Liberty would be receiving two vending machines. However, following this announcement, there...

A great alternative to college or university is vocational school, as it is cheaper and just as beneficial.
Should you go to trade school?
Vanessa Litton, Reporter • May 6, 2024

The average American student loan debt is about $38,000. Collectively, student debt in the United States is about $1.8 trillion. Prices are rising,...

This time of year, many students are overwhelmed by their classwork and tests.
Testing season survival guide
Kaelyn Rickels, Editor-In-Chief • April 24, 2024

As the end of the school year approaches, so does exam season. Between class finals, AP tests, and standardized tests, this time of year can...