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

Students work hard for their future, but many still ask what they should do after graduation.
Options after high school
Mimi Marquardt, Foundations Reporter • April 17, 2024

Students at high schools all throughout the country study for tests hoping that one day their work will pay off and get them to college. Around...

Students at Liberty will be taking The Iowa Statewide Assessments April 16th and April 17th.
State testing through the years
Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief • April 15, 2024

Standardized testing at school was officially established at the University of Iowa, where the first state-wide assessment for high school students...

Cast and crew build lasting friendships over the course of a show.
“The Little Mermaid” preview
Avery Riehl, Managing Editor • March 29, 2024

For this year’s spring musical, Liberty will be putting on “The Little Mermaid.” The show will tell the classic Disney story of a young...

Students chromebooks show the amount of time left in their pass.
Thoughts on SmartPass – one week in
Kaelyn Rickels, Editor-In-Chief • March 22, 2024

In the week returning from spring break, Liberty administration announced a new system for authorizing digital passes to and from classrooms....

In the past couple years, LHS Difference Makers have raised thousands of dollars for children battling pediatric cancer and their families.
Dancing for a difference: Liberty’s Dance Marathon
Piper Kearney, Copy Editor • February 26, 2024

In 1994, the University of Iowa held its first Dance Marathon. This annual event has since raised over $34 million in aid for the University...

The Liberty Speech team has a record-high number of students participating, with many students trying speech for the first time.
Liberty Speech: a record-setting season
Kaelyn Rickels, Editor-In-Chief • February 2, 2024

The Liberty Speech Team has had a season full of accomplishment and new beginnings as they continue to build upon the success of previous seasons....

Liberty High School's library is home to technology that works to enhance students' experiences in the classroom.
Technology shaping education at Liberty
Piper Kearney, Copy Editor • January 31, 2024

Technology is ingrained into nearly every aspect of our lives, and education is no exception. Today’s students have more access to technology...

Many students push themselves to take many Advanced Placement classes in order to achieve a higher GPA.
Increasing GPAs and declining mental health
Leela Strand, Managing Editor • January 22, 2024

Across the US, increasing average Grade Point Averages (GPA) present issues in middle schools, high schools, and colleges. Many are concerned...

The Holocaust Artifact Trunk
Ellie Martinez and Rylee Newland December 5, 2023

Liberty’s English department participates in a hands-on activity as part of their memoir unit. The Illinois Holocaust Museum provides teaching...