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Chloe Oppelt

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief

Chloe is a senior at Liberty and this is her second year on staff. At Liberty, Chloe is involved in cheerleading and tennis. Outside of school, she enjoys shopping, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family.

All content by Chloe Oppelt
Many students from not just Liberty but all different schools enjoying their time at Liberty's prom.

Prom 2022

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
May 27, 2022
The 2021-2022 school year consisted of many extravagant pop culture events. Today, we will be reflecting on the ones that captivated Liberty students the most.

[Photo] Pop Culture Trends From This School Year

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
May 31, 2022
Famous stock market crashes.

[Photo] The Stock Market for Beginners

Carter Webb, Social Media Manager
May 23, 2022
Two Hollywood actors are facing off in a publicly televised court trial regarding supposed abuse in their relationship.

[Photo] Depp Vs. Heard Trial

Megan Quinn and Jordyn Smith
May 17, 2022
Two Liberty seniors working on their ceramics projects in ceramics class.

Are Art Classes Beneficial?

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2022
Our country was built on democracy and that is still true with today's political standings.

[Photo] Political Divide at Liberty

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2022
Green & Tan Readers Book Lover List Informational Infographic

[Photo] Generation of Addiction

Jaden McCabe, Foundations Reporter
May 2, 2022
The 2022 remake of the iconic DC Comics Batman movie stirred up a lot of controversy among viewers.

‘The Batman’ Review

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2022
For most students straight A’s is the goal, but with straight A’s comes stress, burnout, and constant pressure.

[Photo] A for Anxious?

Rylee Newland, Multimedia Manager
April 26, 2022
A street sign stating "Drug Free Zone" in California. (Creative Commons Image)

Teens Thoughts on Drug Use

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
April 14, 2022
People use their cell phones for multiple hours every single day. These numbers are higher than they have ever been before and will continue to rise.

[Photo] Chronic Cell Phone Use

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2022
Transgender students have stayed silent for too long; Here is our plea.

[Photo] Here Are My Pronouns

Denki Babka, Foundations Reporter
April 18, 2022
Pink Blue Cute Illustration School & Education Infographics

[Photo] 18 and an Adult?

Leela Strand, Managing Editor
April 13, 2022
The 94th Annual Academy Awards took place on March 27th, 2022, and it was definitely one for the record books.

[Photo] Updated: The Oscars: Will Smith Vs. Chris Rock

Jordyn Smith, Reporter
April 8, 2022
It's common for students to move and start at a new school but it can be challenging sometimes. This is my experience with being a new student at a new school.

[Photo] New Kid on the Block

Madelyn Johnson, Editor-In-Chief, Social Media Chair
April 5, 2022
Jenny Saylor, art, working with Liberty's garden club on picking the foods they have grown as a group.

If You Could Change One Thing at Liberty, What Would it be?

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2022
More recently than ever, many schools have deemed certain books as 'inappropriate' and have banned students from reading them.

[Photo] Banning Books?

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
March 25, 2022
Purple White Creative Health Benefits Of Fruit & Vegetables Infographic

[Photo] The Positives of Social Media

Jane Rozz, Foundations Reporter
March 22, 2022
Sydney Cayler, senior, at her senior photo session with photographer Ivy Towler.

The Cost of Senior Photos

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
February 25, 2022
Pink and Blue Collage Scrapbook Data Infographic

[Photo] How TikTok Has Effected Students

Jordyn Smith, Reporter
February 28, 2022
A photo of Ashleigh Rensing that was taken in August of 2020.

Remembering Ashleigh Rensing

Chloe Oppelt and Liz Barnett
February 16, 2022
The Em & N Podcast logo

[Photo] Em & N Podcast (2/14)

Emma Johnson and Nora Franken
February 14, 2022
Peach Children Charity Infographic

[Photo] The Glorification of Stress

Leela Strand, Managing Editor
February 11, 2022
Pink and Red Lined Star Life Cycle Astronomy Infographic

[Photo] Spiritual Practices at Liberty

Jordyn Smith, Reporter
February 9, 2022
Photo of Liberty students during their class periods.

Liberty Time Schedule Change

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2022
The Liberty Theater call board where all theater info is posted.

[Photo] Liberty Theater: Xanadu

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2022
A Liberty teacher teaching his french class over zoom because of the sub shortage.

Nationwide Sub Shortage Impacts ICCSD

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2022
The topic of homework has always been debated whether it's how much assigned or how difficult.

[Photo] The Homework Dispute

Leela Strand, Managing Editor
January 27, 2022
In the first edition of Meg's Cold Cases reporter Megan Quinn looks into the case of Jane Wakefield.

[Photo] Meg’s Cold Cases: Jane Wakefield

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2022
Mural painted at the Martin Luther King Elementary School in Compton in 2016. It was created by Mark Deren in partnership with the Branded Arts for Turnaround Arts California. (Creative Commons Image)

The Importance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Chloe Oppelt and Liz Barnett
January 17, 2022
Simple Red Wine Timeline Infographic

[Photo] The Gun Control Debate

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
January 10, 2022
COVID-19 cases are on the rise globally due to the presence of the new Omicron variant. The CDC recommends that all eligible citizens get their booster vaccine.

[Photo] Why You Should Get The COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

Liz Barnett, Managing Editor
January 6, 2022
Lavender Flat Graphic Star Life Cycle Astronomy Infographic

[Photo] My Vegetarian Lifestyle

Leela Strand, Managing Editor
January 5, 2022
When 2021 started, most were hoping it would be a bit calmer than 2020 was, but was it really?

2021 Review

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2022
Looking for something fun to do over break? Here are a few ideas for you!

Winter Activities

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
December 17, 2021
Ja'Quez Hall, senior, dribbling the ball.

Boys Basketball VS Dubuque Senior Recap

Chloe Oppelt and Liz Barnett
December 15, 2021
All students who are involved in this story's names have been changed in order to protect their privacy.

[Photo] Just One Drink: A Student’s Experience with Alcohol Poisoning

Rosie Terry, Social Media Chair
December 16, 2021
Two Liberty students using their music streaming services, Spotify and Apple Music.

Spotify VS Apple Music

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2021
Don't know what to get friends and family for Christmas? Read this article for some quick gift ideas.

Holiday Gift Ideas

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
December 9, 2021
Purple Blocks Timeline Infographic (3)

[Photo] Teacher Burnout

Jordyn Smith, Reporter
December 10, 2021
Teal and Peach Snowflakes Makeup Beauty Poster

[Photo] S.A.D.

Leela Strand, Managing Editor
December 3, 2021

The Omicron Variant

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
November 29, 2021

[Video] The District Wide Walkout

Liz Barnett, Managing Editor
November 19, 2021
Jordyn (left) and Jody (right) posing for a photo at a local playground over the summer.

Friends Forever

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2021
Image from the original series 'Squid Game' now streaming on Netflix. (Creative Commons image)

Squid Game Review

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2021
The American flag displayed in the Liberty journalism room (H042)

Pledge of Allegiance Now Required in Schools

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2021
In the first edition of The Bolt Advice column, run entirely by the students, reporter Megan Quinn will be answering anonymous questions submitted on an online form by students. 

[Photo] Bolt Advice

Megan Quinn, Editor-in-Chief
October 21, 2021
Arin Bedingfield performing the Liberty fight song before a football game.

Racism in Sports

Chloe Oppelt and Jordyn Smith
October 11, 2021
Photo taken at an abortion protest in San Francisco, California, in 2013. (Creative Commons image)

Texas Abortion Law

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
September 23, 2021
On this edition of Rosie's Reviews we decide how to make the best hot chocolate

[Photo] Rosie’s Reviews: ‘The Guest List’

Rosie Terry, Social Media Chair
September 17, 2021
Liberty Varsity Football enters the field to take on City for the first home game.

Homecoming 2021

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2021
Liberty students and staff look forward to a relaxing and fun-filled summer.

Summer 2021

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
June 10, 2021
"passport" by One-Fat-Man is licensed with CC BY-SA 2.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/

Vaccine Passports

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
May 28, 2021
"Vancouver Global Marijuana March 2015 - by Danny Kresnyak" by Cannabis Culture is licensed with CC BY 2.0

Legalizing Marijuana in Iowa

Chloe Oppelt and Emma Johnson
May 19, 2021
Why You Should Join Journalism

Why You Should Join Journalism

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2021
Students Getting Vaccinated

Students Getting Vaccinated

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2021
How Teachers are Managing Both Online and In-person Classes

How Teachers are Managing Both Online and In-person Classes

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2021
How Liberty is Maintaining Social Distancing

How Liberty is Maintaining Social Distancing

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2021
Taking Kirkwood Classes

Taking Kirkwood Classes

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2021
How to Prepare for the ACT

How to Prepare for the ACT

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2021
Closed Campus

Closed Campus

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
January 13, 2021
Teacher's Thoughts on Zoom

Teacher’s Thoughts on Zoom

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
November 18, 2020
Sharing Anonymous Stories Online

Sharing Anonymous Stories Online

Chloe Oppelt, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2020
Camber Oldham, 12, Beau Leavenworth, 11, Posey Stoeffler, 10, and Clay Greazel, 12, performing in The Rehearsal.

[Photo] Liberty SLAP Takes the Stage

Aubrey Dallner, Writer
November 13, 2019
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