Boys and Girls Basketball Districts

Traction Members Meet the Mayor!

By: Tasha Cherry  Edited By: Selestice Ray 

The Traction Team at Liberty High School purchased signs advertising “loose gravel” in order to prevent crashes on dirt roads. The purpose of this project was to prevent teen accidents or crashes. They met with Louis Colaiannia, mayor of Birch Tree, Missouri, Commissioner Herman Kelly of Birch Tree Missouri, John Krasuski, mayor of Mountain View, Missouri, and Eddie Owens, maintenance manager responsible for the signs provided for this project. Both mayors were very supportive of the program. Traction members worked hard raising funds to purchase signs for this project.  Members of the Traction team include Madison Martinez, who stated she enjoyed Traction because she learned a fair amount about driving under the influence (DUI); Jihan Hester, who stated he enjoyed Traction because he met new people; Matthew Moore, who stated he enjoyed Traction because they promoted safety of other people and for learning more about the laws that keep us safe; Kaitlyn Crane, who said she enjoyed Traction for the leadership skills they retained through projects and helping out the community through fundraisers, and Payton Glasscock, who said she enjoyed hanging out with her friends and meeting new people within the community and members of other Traction teams. When the instructor, Patricia Wilhelm, was asked why she started the Traction team, she stated, “I established Traction at the Liberty High School because I feel that it is very important to me. It is a free program that teaches leadership, that driving can be hazardous, and that teenagers must take driving very seriously.” She also stated, “We want teenagers and adults to realize that seatbelts are important and that driving under the influence, or even while tired, can be extremely dangerous.” Mrs. Wilhelm said she is very proud of every member of her Traction Team, and she is thankful for every person who has participated in fundraisers, or even just cheered the team on from the sidelines.

Congratulations to Grace Conner 

and Lillie McAdams!

By: Tasha  Cherry                Edited By: Selestice Ray

Juniors Grace Conner and Lillie McAdams have been nominated to attend the Girls State at Lindenwood University on June 22nd-June 29th. Girls State is a summer leadership and citizenship program that focuses on exploring the mechanics of the American government and politics. American Legion Post 23 sponsored Grace and Lillie with a donation of $500 each, which will cover all of the required costs to participate. We want to give Commander Robert Lee and American Legion Post a huge thank you for continually supporting Liberty High School and our students!

Congratulations to Sydney Radford!

By: Selestice Ray            Edited By: Tasha Cherry

Sydney Radford has been selected as a finalist for State FFA Officer! She will be competing on April 12th and 13th in Columbia, MO. Good Luck Sydney!!

Teacher Spotlight 

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

By: Peyton Holden              Edited by: Haylee Drexler

Five students from Liberty high school have been selected as participants for the Missouri RYLA Academy. RYLA Academy is a prestigious leadership development program designed to empower young individuals with the skills, knowledge, and networks necessary to become effective leaders in their schools, communities, and beyond. They will engage in workshops, team-building activities, and discussions led by experienced facilitators and mentors. This year, it will be held in Warrensburg, Missouri on the campus of Missouri Central University. 

 If you see them,  be sure to say congratulations to: Abigail Bushong, Mahayla Collins, Natalie McNew, Jasmine Hulvey, and Kennedy Stallsworth!