September 19, 2007
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY GAINS RECOGNITION
On Monday evening Dr. Phil Wright was presented with a plaque from the Regional Director of Project Lead the Way naming Liberty as a PLTW Model School. As a result, the district will be featured in the 2008 Model Schools Yearbook, a national publication. The pre-engineering program is offered to junior high and high school students. Last year 200 students participated in the program; and in just one year the program has grown to 800 students. The program is sponsored by Project Lead the Way, the Kauffman Foundation, SME Foundation, and Metropolitan Community Colleges. Congratulations to the coordinators and staff that have worked so hard to bring this new program to our district.
ATTENTION ALL PARENTS OF SENIORS
Senior ads for the yearbook are due on or before Thursday, September 27th. All senior parents should have received a mailer detailing the ads. For more information e-mail the yearbook adviser, Ronna Sparks-Woodward at rsparkswoodward@liberty.k12.mo.us or call 816-736-5353.
Also, seniors who have not had their picture taken for the yearbook need to do so by the end of September at Reed Portrait Gallery; call 436-5550 to schedule an appointment. Otherwise, all not-pictured seniors will need to have their pictures taken on the last-chance day of Wednesday, October 3rd from 2-7 p.m. at the high school. Wednesday, October 3rd is the last day a senior can have his or her picture taken for the yearbook.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Registration and enrollment for Community Education courses may be handled through www.paypams.com/liberty
Science for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) – Course Number 8458 – Course Number 8458- September 22, 10:00am – noon. Preschoolers will explore the world through software and a microscope. Learn about the earth, bugs, bark, grass, fingers, toes, and more.
Robotics for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) – Course Number 8438 – September 22 – 12:30-2:30 pm – Students will build a robot and watch what robots can do.
Adventures in GPS – I – Ages (8-12) – Course Number 8456 September 29 – 10:00am – noon – Get a new perspective on the world with knowledge of using a GPS. Outdoor action based class.
Rocket to the Future – Course Number 8455 –
September 29 – 12:30-3:30 pm – Design, build and launch your own rocket.
Babysitting (Ages 11-15) – Instructed by American Red Cross Staff Member – September. 18 & 20 – 6pm-9 pm
Marketing – Course Number 8543 – September 20 & 27 – 6:30 pm-8 pm – Learn how to market your business.
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007 – Course Number 8103 – Sept. 22 & Sept. 29 – 9 am- 1 pm
Signing With Your Baby – Session 1 – Course Number 8213 – September 17 – October 15 – 6:30 pm-7:45 pm
Getting to Know France – Course Number 8223 – September 18 – November 6 – 7 pm-8:30 pm
FAMILY ACTIONS PROGRAM OFFERED
The Family Actions program is based on the simple truth that we feel good about ourselves when we do positive actions. In each of the seven, two-hour sessions, families will learn the philosophy and basics of one of six units (Self-Concept, Body & Mind, Managing Yourself, Treating Others, Truth, and Improving Yourself). During the first half of each session, the parents and youth have separate, concurrent classes with age-appropriate lessons that cover the same concepts. In the wrap-up portion of each session, both groups come together to review and participate in an activity as whole families. This class improves the relationships, communication, and dynamics of family life. Each family will receive a spiral-bound lesson manual with materials, including a storage box and music CD with family songs.
When: Mondays, Oct. 1– Nov. 12, 2007
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Where: Liberty High School (Rm. 612/613)
Cost: $30.00 (scholarships available)
Register: Online www.paypams/com/liberty or
(816) 736-7117
NATIONAL CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK
September 16-22 is National Child Passenger Safety Week. The primary goal of this program is to remind all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles of the importance of child safety seats and seat belts. For more information about Child Passenger Safety Week and the proper use of child restraint systems, contact the nearest Missouri State Highway Patrol troop headquarters and ask for the public information and education officer, or visit www.nhtsa.com
MANOR HILL'S SECOND ANNUAL UNITED WAY
FUNDRAISER WALK-A-THON
Manor Hill’s Second Annual United Way Fundraiser Walk-A-Thon is Tuesday, September 25, 2007, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Come for the fun, food and photo opportunities with the Liberty Cheerleaders and the Liberty Blue Jay. There will also be a Silent Auction, which closes at 6:15. Auction items include: Weekend Youth Hunt (priceless), $100 Harley Davidson Gift Card, Gift Certificates to Liberty restaurants, and a raffle for a child’s bike. Help Manor Hill “Go the Distance” for United Way!!
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. Registrations will be accepted until Monday, September 24. 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 Saturday, October 6, 2007. The clinic will start at 8:30 a.m. with registration and conclude at 10:30 a.m. 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 October 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 p.m. 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!
PTA FUNDRAISING EVENT SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
The Liberty School District is collecting used ink jet cartridges and old cell phones. They are recycling these for scholarships. South Valley Middle School’s collection box is in the office. Please be sure to bring in toners and ink jet cartridges in the original box or protected in another box. Thank you so much for supporting scholarships for Liberty's seniors.
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. One-hundred 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
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
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
Eileen Houston-Stewart
Assistant to the Superintendent
Communications
Liberty Public Schools *650 Conistor *Liberty, MO 64068
ehoustonstewart@liberty.k12.mo.us http://www.liberty.k12.mo.us
816-736-5317 (W) * 816-736-5306 (F)
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