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3.THE LIBERTY LIONS2016—17 1st Qtr. Parent NewsletterDear Fellow Lions:The following students from Liberty High School received national recognition from theCollege Board for demonstrating outstanding college-level achievement throughAdvanced Placement courses and exams.Students taking Advanced Placement classes are provided with a rigorous, college-levelcurriculum. Those passing the national exams at the end of the year earn college creditfor the courses taken.The designation of AP Scholar is awarded to those students passing three or morefull-year AP exams with a score of 3 (out of a possible 5) or higher. AP Scholars withHonor are those students who pass four or more full-year AP exams with an averagescore of 3.25. AP Scholars with Distinction are those students who pass five or more full-year exams with an average score of 3.5.The highest honor bestowed upon a student is National AP Scholar. In order to receivethis award, students must pass eight or more exams, all with a score of 4 or 5. Thisyear, both Zoe Flores and James Galbraith were named National AP Scholars.In 2014, 60 students received recognition from the College Board. In 2015, 84 studentsearned this honor. This year, 104 students achieved this award. A total of 507 AP exams were passed out of 957 administered last spring.Liberty High School continues to be characterized by outstanding academic achievement, excellence in extra-curricular activities and preparation for success in the 21 stcentury.With Lion Pride,Patrick M. WalshPrincipalCALENDAR OFEVENTS2016—2017—1st Qtr. October 3-14Fall Break October 19PSAT/NMSQT Exam October 26PDD Late Start November 11Veteran’s Day No School November 15-18Common Assessments November 21—25Thanksgiving Holiday November 30PDD Late Start December 7Talent Show 7Pm—PAC December 14PDD Late Start December 16, 19-21Final Exams December 22—Jan 6Winter Break January 9School Resumes1
NATIONAL AP SCHOLARSZoe FloresJames GalbraithAP SCHOLARS WITH DISTINCTIONKatrina Austria, Graham Bough, Isabella Carrera, Bryar Edwards, Alyssa Freyler, Adam Galbraith,Shimran Kumar, Molly McDavid, Kyle Miller, Collin Richardson, Meredith WeinertAP SCHOLARS WITH HONORHector Banos, Matthew Dalmada-Remedio, Dania Harvey, Callie Jorgeson, Rita Lanski, Holly Miller, IsabelleMonterroza, Calista Nelson, Ashlan Parker, Tessa Rodarte, Brennan Russell, Marcos Valdez, Victoria Woollett, Stephanie YuAP SCHOLARSAmber Aeschbach, Katherine Ajimura, Stephanie Alvarez, Morgan Bannert, Spencer Batute, Beau Bauman,Kaily Bigley, Connor Blair, Kai Bohannon, Mikayla Bone, Malia Bonte, Jessica Capinaris, Bradley Carr, JennaChassie, Alexus Coleman, Stirling Costello-Strong, Kaitlyn Cox, James De Fremery, Megan De Fremery, Daniel Del Carpio, Annika Estrada, Jordan Fuller, Casey Garcia, Jessica Georgiou, Devyn Gilfoy, Ryan Godfrey,Laura Gomez, Emily Gonzelez, Matthew Guerrero, Addrianna Hachler, Jenna Harrison, Alexandra Hernandez, Justin Hinman, Robert Hodgson, Michelle La Haie, Andrew Macklin, Aurora McCarrick, Emily McCoy,Aaliayah McKnight, Seth McNeely, Dalton Melendez, Morgan Meyer, Jennifer Moran, Veronica Muha, Nicolette Nelson, Justin Niemeier, Keenan Norris, Natalie Ochoa, Chase Oden, Cole Parsons, Kaitlyn Peelle,Miriam Perez, Parisa Perez, Lehkxandria Phoummathep, Sharmel Pilapil, Elliott Portillo, Jeremy Quilizapa,Nathaniel Reinders, Alexis Riley, Briana Rios, Alexis Rodriguez, Kyle Ruff, Bradley Sadorra, Rachel Sanchez,Daniel Sandoval, John Shackelford, Caylin Stanley, Alexa Sylva, Madison Trimble, Paola Trujillo, Wyat Viss,Bailey Weber, Zachary Weibert, Mackenzie Wieland, Rachel Wong2
3Amy BeldingLifeskillsSara MeechSpanishMichael BursteinA.P. Den 4Kevin MeyerMathTina CareySpecial Ed ParaMaria MoySpecial Needs ParaJohn CastroCampus SupervisorMaria NahmansonSpanishDiana CookseyPsychologistKeith NesbittSpecial Needs ParaGina KronerSocial ScienceVeronica PolkA.P. Den 1Gabina LopezSpanishChristine RussellSpecial EdMelissa LorenzaMathSandra MarquezBilingual InterpreterJenna SeeleyParaHusani WhitlockCounselor
COUNSELING CORNERDen 1 Bigler * Den 2 Magaña * Den 3 Anderson * Den 4 Abono * Den 1- 4 whitlockCollege-bound 9-11th grade students A Quick Guide to 4 Year CollegeApplication Process for SeniorsSign up to take the PSAT in the student store.Test Date: 10/19/16- 8 a.m- New Gym and PACThe PSAT is a “Preliminary SAT” which helps students preparefor the SAT. This practice exam measures a student’sknowledge in areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. Register for the SAT www.collegeboard.orgorACT www.actstudent.org no later than December. Plan on applying to 4 or more colleges based onyour GPA, SAT/ACT scores and major of choice.A great website for college related research iswww.californiacolleges.edu CSU application www.csumentor.edu October1st- - November 30th UC applicationwww.univeristyofcalifornia.eduNovember 1stNovember 30th For out of state colleges, check to see if yourschool is a part of the WICHE program to takeadvantage of “in state” tuition: www.wiche.edu Private Universities have their own entrancerequirements and deadlines, so it’s important tohave a calendar to track deadlines. Apply for FAFSA (Free Application for FederalStudent Aid) www.fafsa.ed.gov October 1stMarch 2nd. Submit Local Scholarship Application November1st – January 31st- These are scholarship opportunities available only to seniors attending Liberty High School. The application can be foundonline http://libertyunion.schoolwires.net/liberty under “Student Information” click on“College and Career Center”. Find other scholarship opportunities- go to theCollege and Career Center at least twice amonth to research additional scholarship opportunities. Many students register on Fastwebwww.fastweb.com to receive scholarship alerts.Why take the PSAT?*Students who take the PSAT become familiarized with thestructure, content and process of taking the SAT.*Students receive feedback on areas of strength and areas ofneeded improvement.*Juniors who take the PSAT may qualify for the National MeritScholarship program based on PSAT Scores.Senior Credit ChecksDuring the fall, counselors met individually with all seniorstudents to discuss their status toward graduation along withpost high school planning.Depending on goals, students received information regarding: College entrance requirements Community College registration process Scholarship research FAFSA SAT and ACT Military, vocational/technical programsExpect to receive a copy of your student’s credit check alongwith verification of graduation status and post-secondary goalsin the mail.4Don’t hesitate to see your counselor for personal,academic or college and career related questions.We are here to support you and your goals!
LHSCollege & CareerYour Resource CenterJay Ehret: ehretj@luhsd.netDonecia Norwood-Smith: .actstudents.orgSENIOR to Do List!WINDOW TO APPLYCSU: 10/1-11/30: www.csumentor.eduUC: 11/1-11/30: www.ucop.edu/pathways Local Scholarship App:Pick up November 1st after school FAFSA: https://fafsa.ed.gov/The Federal Student Aid PIN was replace with the FSA ID.Get your FSA ID in November or DecemberDo the FAFSA and submit on October 1, 2016 (using 2015tax data)Update FAFSA with 2015 tax data no later than March 2,2016SAT Test prep:Khan satOctober 19th:PSAT/NMQST Exam 8am—New GymSnacks-n-Apps College Application Workshops:Every Monday and Thursday starting 10/17 through the end ofNovember 1:30-4pm in B3 Career Center5College Visits: Check the daily announcements, the College &Career Center webpage or stop by the Career Center in room B3 forspecific college presentations throughout the Fall and Wintermonths.Academic Letter: If you were unable to attend the Fall HonorRoll Assembly, please pick up your Academic Letter Award in B-3,the College & Career Center.Mock SAT/ACT & ASVAB Results:If you were unableto attend the results seminars for either test, please stop by theCollege & Career Center to claim your results.
AERIESThe parents portal to your students educationGET CONNECTEDLOOK WHAT YOU WILL FIND INSIDE THE PORTALStudent InfoGradebookAttendance Classes Details by Class Current Attendance record Email & List Grade History Truancy Graduation Status Tardy TranscriptsGo to http://parents.luhsd.net and Click Create New Account.Complete the information requested to create your account.You need 3 pieces of information to create an account, thestudent ID, telephone number and Verification Code. Theverification code can be obtained from the student's scheduleprovided at walk-through registration or contacting yourschool site to obtain the code.6
BACK TO SCHOOL DANCE 2017Over 1400 students enjoy a night of dancing and fun!DJ Hightop provided the sounds.7
Liberty High School AthleticsLiberty High School offers many opportunities for students to grow as athletes, citizens, and members ofthe 114 years of athletic history here at Liberty. Students involved with interscholastic athletics achievebetter in the classroom, maintain improved overall health, and benefit from the social interaction of theathletic environment. It is our sincere hope that all students will take the opportunity to get involved inat least one season of sport each school year the more sports in which a student participates, thebetter!Fall Season (Aug-Nov)Boys Water PoloCross CountryFootballGirls GolfGirls TennisGirls VolleyballGirls Water PoloWinter Season (Oct-Mar)Boys BasketballBoys SoccerGirls BasketballGirls SoccerWrestlingSpring Season (Feb-May)BaseballBoys GolfBoys TennisBoys VolleyballSoftballSwimming & DivingTrack & FieldStudents must meet residential and grade eligibility requirements. For more information, please see theAthletic Director page on the school website.To register for sports, parents and students use our convenient web-based service, hosted byHomeCampus. Registration for 2016-17 will opened in July, and can be accessed at:www.athleticclearance.comPlease contact Curtis Cunningham, Athletic Director, with any questions regarding Liberty High SchoolAthletics at cunningh@luhsd.net, or at 634-3521, ext 5596.8
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LADY LIONS AT ITAGAIN. LOOKINGFOR ANOTHERSTELLER YEAR OFPLAYING!!!10
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Homecoming Door Decorating Contest .an the winner is?Room N10—Mrs. Memory & Mrs. Einess ELD classes!12
STUDENT SAFETYThe designated area for student drop off and pick up is in the front ofthe school. Spruce St. is unsafe and not intended to be a student dropoff or pick up area. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.PLEASE DO NOT DROP YOUR STUDENT OFF IN STAFF PARKING. For their safetyand others.2016-201713
PARENTS DENCoffee with the PrincipalMr. Walsh invites all Liberty parents forcoffee. A great time for parents to sitdown informally and discuss all the im-DATETIMEPLACEOct. 2010:00 amDad’s CaféNov. 1710:00 amDad’s CaféDec 1510:00 amDad’s CaféJan. 1910:00 amDad’s CaféFeb. 1610:00 amDad’s CaféMar. 1610:00 amDad’s CaféApr. 2010:00 amDad’s CaféMay 1810:00 amDad’s CaféCome to the LHS libraryPlace to study & receiveextra HELPM-T-W-TH3:15—4:45EXTRA MATH HELPTuesday—Rm N8 MeyerWednesday—Rm N11 KronerDAD’S CAFÉ1135 2nd St.Brentwood, CA 94513For More Information call 634-3521 x5202Stay in tune with your students grades, attendance, andmuch more https://parents.luhsd.netThursday—Rm S6 WeinertInterested in advertising in theschool newspaper, The Lion’sRoar?Contact Kristina Busch atbuschk@luhsd.netOur first issue comes out in November, and will reach about 2,000readers!CONTRA COSTACRISIS CENTERWww.Crisis-center.orgWww.211database.orgInfo & Referral 21114
1 3. THE LIBERTY LIONS 2016—17 1st Qtr. Parent Newsletter CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2016—2017—1st Qtr. October 3-14 Fall BreakStudents taking Advanced Placement classes are provided with a rigorous, college
