Announcements
Jostens will be on Campus November 3rd:
Jostens will be on campus Monday, November 3rd,during lunch shifts to begin taking graduation orders. Be sure to stop by their table to place your order and get all the details about graduation!
Afternoon Car Riders:
All afternoon car riders must be picked up no later than 3:00 PM. Students who are consistently picked up after 3:00 PM may be assigned to ride the bus!
Student Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy
To ensure a focused and distraction-free learning environment, cell phones and all electronic devices (including iPads, electronic games, over-ear headphones, etc.) are not allowed for use on campus during school hours.
From arrival (6:40 AM) until dismissal (2:25 PM)
This includes classrooms, hallways, breakfast, lunch, and all school-related events during the school day.
Devices must be off and properly stowed away. Simply checking the time is a violation.
Offense
Consequence
1st Offense
Phone confiscated. Parent must pick up and sign a contract. Student assigned to Behavior Clinic.
2nd Offense
Phone confiscated. Parent must pick up. Student receives a Suspension.
3rd+ Offense
Mandatory Parent Conference, Behavior Probation, and Suspension.
Refusal to surrender device
Immediate Suspension.
Use of a phone during a test or quiz = Academic Dishonesty (cheating), regardless of intent.
Parents/Guardians: Please do not call or text your student during class. In case of an emergency, contact the main office.
Phones will only be released to a parent/guardian between:
2:00 PM – 2:15 PM
2:35 PM – 2:50 PM
A usage contract must be signed to retrieve the device.
Students bring devices at their own risk. The school and district are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged devices (including those confiscated).
Our policy complies with Louisiana Act No. 313 and R.S. 17:239, which require electronic devices to be off and stowed away during the instructional day, unless there's a public safety emergency.
Progress Reports
Progress Reports go home on Tuesday, November 4.
🎉 Get Ready for the Pep Rally! 🎉
Join us on Friday, November 7th as we turn up the school spirit at our Pep Rally to celebrate our amazing student-athletes!
Let’s show our teams the support they deserve and bring the energy! Wear your spirit gear, bring your spirit, and get loud! 🔥🎶📣
🎉 Fall Fest Fun with Our Patriots! 🎉
When you have students who work as hard as our Patriots, you have to let them play hard too! 💪 Fall Fest was the perfect way to do that. Our Patriots had a blast racing 🏃♂️, tackling obstacle courses 🧗♀️, pieing teachers 🥧, enjoying delicious food from food trucks 🍔🚚, and jamming out to great music 🎶!
#PatriotPride #FallFest #WorkHardPlayHard #SchoolSpirit #FunTimes #Community
🏐 Patriots Senior Night 🔥
Senior Night for our Lady Patriot Volleyball Team was truly electric! ⚡️ This phenomenal group of seniors has led with heart, determination, and pride all season long. We will truly miss them, but once a Patriot, always a Patriot! ❤️🤍💙
#SeniorNight #LadyPatriots #PatriotPride #VolleyballFamily #OnceAPatriotAlwaysAPatriot #WeWillMissYou
Student Of The Year!
🎉 Congratulations to Kaylee Martin, Liberty Magnet High School’s Student of the Year!
Kaylee is a senior with big plans to study software engineering and French & Francophone studies. She’s not only an excellent student but also a leader—serving as President of French Club, Vice President of French Honors Society, Editor in Chief of the Liberty Free Press, Magnet Student Ambassador, and an active member of JROTC Cyber and Computer Science Honors Society!
We’re so proud to celebrate Kaylee’s academic excellence, leadership, and school spirit—and even more excited to see her represent Liberty as our District Student of the Year nominee!
Teacher Of The Year Finalists!
📣 We’re excited to celebrate the educators named as Liberty Magnet High School’s 2025 Teacher of the Year Finalists!
Each of these teachers was nominated by their colleagues for exemplifying Liberty’s core values of Equity, Community, Opportunity, Service, and Integrity. They go above and beyond each day—creating welcoming classrooms, inspiring students, and strengthening the community that makes Liberty so special.
Congratulations to Mr. Lachney, Mr. Gregory, Mrs. Tapalla, Ms. Priscilla Thanni, Ms. Bumgardner, Coach Magee, and Mrs. Toliver! Your dedication and heart make Liberty a place where every student has the opportunity to succeed—every day. ❤️💙
🎉 Congratulations to our September Teacher of the Month – Mrs. Kristin Bumgardner!
Though new to Liberty, Mrs. Bumgardner is no stranger to teaching. She brings a wealth of experience and passion to our school and quickly became a valued member of our community. She exemplifies Liberty’s core values of equity, community, opportunity, service, and integrity, and stands out for creating engaging, meaningful lessons for her history students.
We are so happy to have you at Liberty, Mrs. Bumgardner – thank you for all you do for our students! ❤️💙📚
✨ Shining Star of the Week ✨
This week’s Shining Star is Mrs. Allison Short!
Mrs. Short is the heart of our library and a true support to everyone she meets. From helping teachers with lessons, to offering students a safe and welcoming space at lunch, she creates a warm environment that feels like home. If Liberty were a house, the library would be the living room—and Mrs. Short makes sure it’s full of comfort, care, and kindness.
We are so grateful for all you do, Mrs. Short. You’re the best! ❤️📚
Staffing Status and Instructional Plans
World Geography:
Status: A candidate has been selected and is currently moving through the HR process.
English IV:
Status: Mr. Watersmith will start Monday, November 3rd.
Geometry:
Status: A candidate has been selected and is currently moving through the HR process.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure that all students receive the quality instruction they deserve!
Please take a moment to review the important documents below. They contain valuable information and resources just for you. Don’t miss out!
Math Tutoring
We’re excited to offer additional support for our students! Our math teachers are available to stay after school from 2:30 to 3:30 every Tuesday and Thursday. They will assist with all math courses. If students need extra time beyond these hours, we will work with them to ensure they get the help they need.
Come out and support! We can't wait to see the Swim team in action!
Come out and support! We can't wait to see our Cross Country Team in action!
Dress Code and Cellphone/Electronics/headphones!!!!!!!!
We need your support! Liberty offers one of the most flexible free dress codes in the city, but it’s important that we all adhere to the existing restrictions. Additionally, we ask for your help in ensuring that our policies on cellphones, electronics, and headphones are followed.
Please take a moment to review the policies in place. Your cooperation is essential to maintaining a positive school environment. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Updated Organizational Chart and Contact List
Please review the two charts provided. They outline who to contact based on specific situations, helping us address concerns more efficiently and effectively.
Following this communication flow will ensure quicker resolutions and help everyone stay informed.
A tardy is recorded any time a student is not in class by its official start time (at the start of school and during regular class changes). Late arrivals to school by student drivers or carpool do count into a student's tardy record. Student tardies accumulate throughout the full semester and consequences begin after the 3rd tardy.
Carpool starts at 6:40! Parents are not allowed to drop off before this. Wait for Mr. Shoff to start releasing for Carpool. Also, parents are not allowed to go down the lane that is reserved for student parking as indicated by the green arrows. That lane is reserved for students so they can drive into the student parking lot to park. Also, going up Pickett to try to get into the parking lot is NOT allowed at any time.
At the end of the school day during carpool, we've noticed some parents parking on the grass along LEE Drive and having their children walk to their cars. This practice is not only against school policy but also poses significant safety risks. For the safety of all students and to ensure smooth traffic flow, please refrain from parking on the grass and use the designated carpool lanes. Your cooperation is crucial in keeping our school environment safe for everyone.
Check-in/Check Out Policy Reminders
Parents cannot email or call the office after dropping the student off late to school
Students will wait in TOR until a parent comes to sign them in.
Student drivers who arrive late may have a parent email the office. Student driver must have an approved parking contract on file.
Student drivers will have driving privileges suspended upon their 3rd late arrival in the semester.
Supports