Nest News

2026 - 2027 Academic Calendar

Wednesday Schedules

August 24 - First Day of School (7:15 am - 2:15 pm)

August 28 - Senior Sunrise 6:15 am

August 28 - Picture Day grades 9 -11

September 2 - Open House (5 pm - 7 pm)

September 7 - No School

October 9 - Picture Retake Day (9th - 11th grade)

October 9 - Homecoming Football Game at 7 pm

October 10 - WSD Homecoming Parade 9:30 am (Starting at Holt and traveling down Pearce to the American Legion Hall

October 10 - Homecoming Dance (7pm - 10 pm)

October 14 - Jostens Senior Class Meeting

October 15 - PreACT

October 16 - Early Release (7:15 am - 12:00 pm)

October 16 - ACT, ASVAB, ACT WorkKeys Testing

October 21 - PSAT Testing

October 28 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (3:30 - 7 pm)

October 29 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (10 am - 8 pm)

October 29 - November 3 - No School Fall Break

November 25-27 - No School - Thanksgiving Break

December 3 - Club Photo Day

December 21-22 - Early Release/Finals

December 23-January 4 - No School - Winter Break

January 18 - No School

January 20 - Jostens Class Ring Meeting (10th grade)

February 15 - No School

March 19 - Early Release (7:15 am - 12:00 pm)

March 22-26 - No School - Spring Break

April 5-6 - No School

June 6 - Graduation - Family Arena (8:30 pm)

Last day of school for both seniors and 9-11 to be determined at the April 2027 board meeting

Dear Families,
Please accept our apologies, as an incorrect date was included in our previous message regarding Open House.
Updated Open House Details:

• Date: Wednesday, September 2nd
  
• Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  
• Location: Liberty High School
  

We are excited to welcome you, introduce our staff, and share what’s in store for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you there!

As we kick off the first day of school, please review the bell schedule details below to ensure you arrive on time for your specific classes:

• Standard Start Time: 1st hour begins promptly at 7:15 AM.

• Standard Class Times (A-Day Schedule):

  • 1st Hour: 7:15 – 7:50 AM

  • 2nd Hour: 7:55 – 8:30 AM

  • 3rd Hour: 8:35 – 9:10 AM

  • 4th Hour: 9:15 – 9:50 AM

  • Traditional First Day Assembly

  • SOAR Time / Lunch

  • 6th Hour: 12:20 – 12:55 PM

  • 7th Hour: 1:00 – 1:35 PM

  • 8th Hour: 1:40 – 2:15 PM

Important Notes for Dual Enrollment & Late Start / Early Release Students:

• Late Arrival (Morning Release / Off-Site Dual Enrollment): If you do not have a 1st hour class on campus, please report to school in time to be in your seat prior to the start of your first scheduled class period (e.g., in your seat by 7:55 AM for 2nd hour).

• Campus Expectations: Students are not permitted to loiter in the hallways or common areas during off-schedule hours. Please plan your arrival and departure times accordingly.

In coordination with neighboring St. Charles County districts, WSD is implementing new bag guidelines to help enhance safety and security at ticketed high school athletic events.

Beginning in August 2026, guests will be asked to follow the District’s new clear-bag guidelines.

• Bell Schedule & Wednesday Schedules

• Liberty High School - Welcome Book

• Reporting an Absence

• Focus Login and Focus Parent Guide

• Canvas Login, Canvas Video Tutorial for Parents, and Canvas Parent Guide

Complete the required annual registration forms in Focus School Software Portal by the start of school to ensure your student has access to District technology resources, including Chromebooks, on their first day. These forms include acceptable use policy and many more. The first parent listed in Focus (i.e. Parent Priority #1) can complete the eforms. To change which person is Parent Priority #1 in Focus, contact your child’s school.

Students entering 9th grade must complete Proof of Residency forms in Focus. These are the enrollment documents required to be uploaded to the Focus School Software Portal.

If you need to pick up your parking pass you may do so during lunch or before school in the student center.

Please complete the following two steps to receive your parking permit.
Step 1.
Purchase your parking permit through FOCUS for $30.00
Step 2.
Enter the required vehicle information into FOCUS.

Child information-Transportation-

Select Student Driver, then complete the following fields...

* Car Make

* Car Model

* Car Year

* License Plate

Students must present a valid driver's license and current auto insurance card to receive their parking permit.

Seniors will receive passes for the front lot.

Juniors will receive passes for the back lot.

Sophomores will receive passes for the football field lot.

Each grade level is assigned a specific lot, but not a specific spot.

*Only students who are 16 years of age with a valid driver's license are eligible to apply*

Questions? Contact Matthewkiesel@wsdr4.org

How to Login to LunchTime

Make a Cafeteria Deposit

Set a Low Balance Reminder

Free and Reduced Meal Information

To order your yearbook using a credit card:

1. Go to yearbookordercenter.com

2. Enter order number 17208

3. Follow the onscreen instructions

If you do not have internet access, to use a credit card to order your yearbook, call 1.866.287.3096 and use order number 17208.

Don't miss the chance to congratulate your senior and express your pride and love with a dedicated ad in the 2027 yearbook! Ads are accepted on a space-available basis, so be sure to submit early.

Pricing & Ad Sizes

• 1/8 Page: $60

• 1/4 Page: $100

• 1/2 Page: $190

• Full Page: $280

How to Order & Submit Online

1. Visit www.yearbookordercenter.com and enter school order number 17208.

2. Go to the "START YOUR AD" tab located in the SHARE YOUR LOVE box.

3. Follow the prompts to design your ad, add it to your cart, and complete the checkout process. Your ad is not complete until you receive a confirmation email.

⏳ Deadline: All ads must be submitted and paid for no later than Friday, October 30.

Contact & Support

• Questions? Reach out to the yearbook adviser, Jonathan Hall, at jonathanhall@wsdr4.org.

• Technical Issues? Contact Varsity Tech Support at 877.362.7750.

What is Booster Club?

The Liberty Booster Club plays a vital role in supporting Liberty High School by raising funds for student clubs and athletic programs. Through concession stand funds, fundraisers, and generous donations, the Booster Club helps provide essential resources, equipment, and opportunities that enhance the student experience and promote school spirit.

Board Members-

President Julie Turnipseed

Vice President Colleen Grams

Treasurer Bethany Schnell

Secretary Andrea Fortson

Linked HERE is a Google form for committee sign ups, please consider helping us, help your student!

The majority of funds for Liberty Booster Club comes from our concession stand profit at our events. We cannot do this without your help. Please consider signing up using this link. Thank you for your consideration. Concessions sign up: bit.ly/lhs-volunteer

*must use a personal email address/will not work with a @wsdr4.org email

Please reach out if you have any questions. Thank you so much!

Email: info@libertyboosterclub.com

WHAT IS OPEN HOUSE?
The staff at Liberty High School invites you to attend our Open House, where you'll have the opportunity to walk through your student's schedule and meet Liberty's teachers, counselors, and principals. This is a drop-in format. You do not have to visit every class if you do not have the desire/time. We are excited to meet you, and can't wait to support your student this year!

WHEN IS OPEN HOUSE?
Open House is September 2, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Bring your student's schedule, which can be found in the Focus portal.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
This is the perfect time to learn about the content your student will learn and review class syllabi for this school year. Note that this is not a time for individual conferences; stay tuned for more information about Parent Teacher Conferences in an upcoming Nest Newsletter.

The WSD will host its annual testing window from Oct. 13-23, 2026, offering high schoolers a convenient, school-day opportunity to fulfill Missouri's College and Career Readiness graduation requirements. Students can choose from three assessment options: the ACT ($56.25, free for Juniors; ideal for college-bound students), the ACT WorkKeys ($36.00; designed for career and workforce readiness), or the ASVAB (Free; measures vocational aptitude with no military commitment required). Registration opens via the Focus Portal on July 13, 2026. Please note the strict deadlines, as late registrations cannot be accepted: Aug. 28, 2026 for ACT/PSAT accommodations, and Oct. 9, 2026 for all standard registrations.

PreACT: October 15, 2026

ACT: October 16, 2026

ACT WorkKeys: October 16, 2026

ASVAB: October 16, 2026

PSAT: October 21, 2026

• Missouri State Personal Device law
• LHS is NOT an open campus. Students may not leave campus during lunch.
• LHS does NOT allow student food delivery during the school day.

• To ensure a smooth and timely pickup during lunch, we kindly ask that parents and guardians remind their students to meet them in the main office. By having students wait in a designated location, we can ensure a quick and efficient sign-out process, helping you get to your appointments on time. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

• Remember to report a student's absence via email attendance.liberty@wsdr4.org.

• Focus custom notifications directions.

• Information on securing belongings in the locker rooms.

Please help us keep Liberty High School a safe environment for all.