2018-2019 Staff
Grace Brusegaard
Editor In Chief
Born in Omaha, Nebraska and raised in North Liberty, Iowa, Grace Brusegaard is a junior who has been involved in journalism since freshman year. Ever since Grace started school, reading and writing have been her favorite subjects...
Piper Koski
Managing Editor
Piper Koski loves spending her time playing volleyball, hanging out with friends and family, enjoying time outside, and traveling. Volleyball has been a big part of her life for the past six years. Throughout this time she has op...
Razan Karar
Design Editor
Razan Karar is a junior and design editor for The Live Wire. When she’s not designing, taking pictures, or writing articles, you can find her watching movies or hanging with friends and family. She’s also involved with ro...
Abby Fowler
Copy Editer
Abby Fowler is a self-proclaimed Jurassic Park enthusiast and boba tea connoisseur. After living in Wisconsin for 10 years, Abby moved to Iowa shortly before starting as a freshman at West. She enjoys rollerblading and practi...
Tessa Miller
Social Media Chair
Tessa Miller, junior, is a member of The Live Wire staff for the first time this year. Her hobbies include running and soccer and she is involved in numerous clubs including FCA, Best Buddies, and Difference Makers. Outside of s...
Kaylee Deisbeck
Social Media Chair
Kaylee Deisbeck, 11, is in her first year a part of the Live Wire staff. She plays soccer and is involved in multiple school clubs including Difference Makers, Best Buddies, FCA, and NHS. This year Kaylee’s goal is to get more ...
Haley Wojciechowski
Business Manager
Haley Wojciechowski is the Business Manager for both yearbook and newspaper this year. Her love for reading, writing, and telling the untold stories has made this her third year taking journalism. Some of Haley’s interests are...
Kaylee Berns
Coverage Manager
Kaylee Berns, junior, is a part of Liberty's Varsity Volleyball team. Her favorite holiday is Christmas because she enjoys time surrounded by happiness and family. The quote “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportuni...
Carley Spading
Reporter
Carley Spading, senior, is a reporter on the Liberty Live Wire, and is also involved in band, show band, jazz ensemble, and GSA. She has a passion for animals and the natural world, and enjoys writing and art. Getting to be a...
Hannah Siems
Reporter
Hannah Siems is a new member of The Live Wire staff. She loves being outdoors and with friends. Hannah also enjoys taking and editing photos. She joined The Live Wire staff because she thinks it’s a great opportunity to branch o...