September 12, 2007
QuickNews
Liberty Public Schools
SEPTEMBER 12, 2007
LIBERTY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA SEASON OPENER FEATURES TWO LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The Liberty Symphony Orchestra will open its 37th with a Family Concert, Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at the Liberty Performing Arts Theatre, 1600 S. Withers Road, Liberty, MO. The Liberty Symphony Orchestra (LSO) inaugurates its 2007-2008 Performance Season with an appealing Family Concert that all ages will enjoy. The concert will open with a favorite of audiences everywhere—
Fanfare for the Common Man, by Aaron Copland. A highlight of the concert will be performances by the two winners of the Liberty Symphony 2007 High School Artist Competition: Brad Daugherty, baritone, singing “Revenge, Timotheus Cries” from Handel’s Alexander’s Feast and Alison Tatum, violin, performing the beloved Violin Concerto in E minor by Mendelssohn. Brad and Alison are seniors at Liberty High School. For more information or tickets, visit www.libertysymphony.org or call 816-415-7832.
WANT TO SEE LIBERTY FEATURED ON FOX 4 SPORTS? – VOTE NOW!
We didn’t garner enough votes last week, but the Liberty – Rockhurst game on Friday may be highlighted on FOX 4 Sports on Friday night. Your votes are needed to make that happen.
Here are the steps to cast your vote:
1) Go to www.myfoxkc.com
2) Click on Sports
3) Click on FOXHiLites: Join the Team (on the right hand side of the screen under Kansas City Sports)
4) Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Vote Now – Game of the Week Poll
5) Click on Vote Now
6) Create an Account and Click Continue
7) Register
8) Click Submit
9) Scroll down to the bottom of the page where you will see four games listed
10) Click on Liberty at Rockhurst
11) Vote
According to FOX 4, the winning school will have a FOX reporter show up to cover the game and SKY FOX
will fly overhead. You can cast one vote per hour. Voting ends on Thursday at 1 p.m. The winning school will be announced on Fox 4 at 6 p.m. Thursday night.
ANNUAL COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT SCHEDULED AT LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL
Liberty High School Guidance Department will sponsor its annual College Planning Night at 6:30 p.m. September 13 at Liberty High School. Participants will be able to attend three sessions throughout the evening. The sessions cover a variety of topics: Writing College Essays, Gaining Admission to Competitive Colleges, Career and Technical Education, College Planning/Research Steps, Financial Aid Opportunities, A+ Schools Program, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Transitioning Students with Special Needs to College and Tips for the Prospective Student-Athlete. All juniors, seniors and their parents are invited to attend. Questions, please contact Brenda Wiederholt at bweiderholt@liberty.k12.mo.us
CLINIC OFFERED FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN WRESTLING
There will be a FREE wrestling clinic sponsored by the Liberty High School and junior high wrestling coaches for students in grades K-7. This clinic will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on September 25 & 27 and October 2 & 4. Instruction will be given by Liberty coaches and current Liberty High School wrestlers. This clinic is designed to excite youth about the sport of high school wrestling. For more information, see the district athletic Web page, your school Web page, or click on the following link: http://www.liberty.k12.mo.us/schools-facilities/athletics/lhs-athletics/winter-sports/wrestling/images/YouthClinic2007.pdf
Please direct questions regarding this clinic to Bob Willis at South Valley Junior High (736-7300) or rwillis@liberty.k12.mo.us
FREE HEALTH AND SAFETY CLINIC
Jessica Tasetano, a student at Liberty High School, is coordinating a Health and Safety Fair as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award Project. The event will take place from noon – 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 22 at 601 S. 291 Highway in the parking lot of the Century 21 Astro Realty, Inc. (next to Blockbuster Video).
Free hot dogs, popcorn and beverages will be provided. Bring the children to enjoy clowns, moonwalk and music! Participants include the Clay County Health Department, Liberty Police Department, Liberty Fire Department, Missouri State Highway Patrol and McGruff the Crime Dog. The event is free and open to the public.
2007 POM/CHEERLEADER KIDDIE CLINIC
The Liberty Sapphires and Liberty Varsity Cheerleaders will be hosting their annual Kiddie Clinic on October 6, 2007. The clinic will start at 8:30am with registration and conclude at 10:30am. Students in grades K-5 are invited to attend. Participants will dance and cheer with the varsity squads at the Liberty Blue Jays football game on October 12, 2007. Participants will receive a T-shirt, pom pons, and a commemorative photo. Additionally, cheerleading skirts will be available for purchase the day of the clinic. Please pre-register for this event by October 4, 2007. The official flyer and registration form can be found at the following website: http://www.liberty.k12.mo.us/parents/online-information-table Contact Stephanie Simon if you have further questions: ssimon@liberty.k12.mo.us
SUPPORT THE LIBERTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION BY SHOPPING!
Enjoy a one-day shopping event to celebrate Macy's national day of support for nonprofit organizations. Make a $5 donation to the Liberty School District Foundation and save up to 20 percent all day at any Macy’s on Oct. 13. PLUS, you'll be entered for a chance to win a $500 shopping spree at Macy’s! The Foundation receives 100 percent of the profit from ticket. For more information, contact the Foundation office at 736-7121 or info@lsdf.org. Tickets will also be available for purchase through October 12th.
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN HOSTS FIRST ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER AND FAMILY FUN NIGHT!!!
Join the families of Alexander Doniphan students from 5:30 – 8:30 pm on Friday, October 19, for a spaghetti dinner, games, music, a raffle/silent auction for great prizes, plus a staff karaoke contest! Tickets can be purchased from a Doniphan student, or by calling the school at 736-5400. Pre-sale tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children 4-12 years old. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 for adults and $6 for children 4-12 years old. Children 3 and under are free with a paid adult ticket. Ticket price includes spaghetti, salad, bread and drink. This is Alexander Doniphan’s first year to try a new fundraising concept in response to parent requests. Help them meet their goal and have a great time in the process! See you there!
RECYCLE YOUR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
Liberty Junior High PTSA is conducting a recycling fundraiser. There is nothing to buy. The PTSA is simply asking you to protect the environment by donating your used cell phones, DVD Movies/Video game(s), portable DVD players, laptop/notebook computer(s), MP3 player, video console(s), digital camera(s), digital picture frames, and portable navigation and GPS devices. 100 percent of the proceeds will help fund LJHS PTSA programs. Students may drop off items at the LJHS office recycle box or by contacting Jerri Griffith at griff64068@yahoo.com
STAFF CONGRATS
Jason Carr, Health and PE teacher at South Valley Junior High, was presented a special award by the Vice President of Service Excellence from North Kansas City Hospital. Jason was at the hospital a few weeks ago visiting a family member and while eating in the hospital cafeteria, a woman began to choke on some food. Jason jumped in and performed the Heimlich maneuver and saved the woman’s life. Jason was presented the away in front of his 8th grade health/PE classes. Way to go, Jason!
1972 CLASS REUNION
The LHS Class of 1972 will have their reunion September 21-22, 2007.
Friday, September 21 1 p.m. Homecoming parade
7 p.m. Homecoming game – Greene Stadium
Perkins following the game
Sat. September 22 6 p.m. Party (Private home)
For more information, contact Shirley (St. John) Girvin at tableman2@juno.com or Roxann (Davis) Brenton at rbrenton@liberty.k12.mo.us
1987 CLASS REUNION
If you’re a member of the Class of 1987, reunion activities will take place September 28-29, 2007.
Friday, September 28 8 p.m. “Ice breaker” at the Landing Eatery & Pub, 1189 W. Kansas St, in Liberty
Saturday, September 29 11 a.m. Tree and plaque dedication for classmates that have passed away. Liberty School District Memorial Garden, 650 Conistor (located by the LPS Administration Center)
7 p.m. Dinner, dancing and a band at the Elms Resort and Spa,
401 Regent Street, Excelsior Springs. A class picture will be taken at 7:30 p.m. If you would like to stay all night, room reservations can be made by calling the Elms at 816-630-5500. Tell them you’re with the Liberty 1987 Class Reunion. The cost is $40 per person. Please make checks payable to Teresa Flores or Class of ’87 and send to: Teresa Flores, PO Box 277, Liberty, MO 64069-0277 or for more information, contact diannabordenaro@yahoo.com
1992 CLASS REUNION
Liberty High School Class of 1992 reunion activities:
Saturday, September 22 6 p.m. Paul & Jacks Tavern, 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO 64116
The cost is $15 per person. For more information, please email: libertyclassof92@sbcglobal.net or contact Lisa (Smithmier) Maher at 913-488 6163.
1997 CLASS REUNION
Members of the Class of 1997 are planning their 10-year reunion September 7-8, 2007. Activities are as follows:
Friday, September 7 5:30 p.m. Bring your family to Greene Stadium to watch a LHS football game. Tailgaiting will begin in the Mabee Center parking lot. Food will be provided, but bring your own drinks.
Saturday, September 8 7 p.m. Catch up with old friends at Clayview Country Club, 100 Blue Jay Drive. The party will feature Mr. Tim Nixon as guest DJ. The cost is $25 per person if received before 9/1/07, or $30 per person the day of the event. Send cash/checks to: Jake Isley, 21 W 10th Street,
Apt. #11D, Kansas City, MO 64105. For information, direct questions to: bluejays1997@gmail.com
