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This time of year, many students are overwhelmed by their classwork and tests.
Testing season survival guide
Kaelyn Rickels, Website Manager • 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 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
Cast and crew build lasting friendships over the course of a show.
“The Little Mermaid” preview
Avery Riehl, Reporter • March 29, 2024
Students chromebooks show the amount of time left in their pass.
Thoughts on SmartPass - one week in
Kaelyn Rickels, Website Manager • March 22, 2024
This time of year, many students are overwhelmed by their classwork and tests.
Testing season survival guide
Kaelyn Rickels, Website Manager • 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, Reporter • 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, Website Manager • 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, Website Manager • 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 Schools 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...

The Groovy and Bright Winter Family event is taking place on December 3, from noon to four.
Difference Makers Groovy and Bright Winter Event
Kaelyn Rickels, Website Manager • November 29, 2023

The Liberty High School Difference Makers are hosting their Groovy and Bright Winter Family Event on December 3. The event will be hosted at...

After an intensive six-hour day of pre-professional ballet training, Delaine Tyler, 12, studies independently as a part of the online school program.
Online school: Is it right for you?
Hadley Andersen, Reporter • October 27, 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, online school was an alternative to in-person learning. According to IIana Hamilton, “75% of all high school...

Lucy Lohman, Rylee Newland, and Alia Elgalli enjoy participating in Bolt Buddies activities.
Bolts Buddies At Liberty
Leela Strand, Managing Editor • October 6, 2023

Considering Liberty’s short history, Bolts Buddies, Liberty’s chapter of the Best Buddies organization, holds a foundational position within...

Student Council was founded by Jake Binggeli this school year to create a safe, inclusive environment for students to use their voice and become more involved in their community.
By the students, for the students
Vanessa Litton, Reporter • October 5, 2023

Student Council is a new club at Liberty with many opportunities for leadership positions, volunteering and student involvement throughout the...

On the Old Capitol, located within the University of Iowas campus, banners with the college logo are hung from the pillars on the front of the building.
Pursuing college in Iowa
Addison Pirkl, Website Manager • September 13, 2023

Finding a college is just as critical as choosing a major, and is something many students struggle with. Many students believe that the most...