Nest News October 2025

25/26 Academic Calendar

September 26 - Professional Development Day No School

October 3 - Picture Retake Day (9th - 11th grade)

October 4 - WSD Homecoming Parade 9 am (Starting at Holt and traveling down Pearce to the American Legion Hall)

October 6 - Late Start (9:15 am - 2:15 pm)

October 17 - Early Release (7:15 am - 12:00 pm)

October 17 - Homecoming Football Game at 7 pm

October 18 - Homecoming Dance

October 29 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (3:30 - 7 pm)

October 30 - Parent-Teacher Conferences (10 am - 7 pm) No School

October 30 - November 4 - No School Fall Break

November 17 - Late Start (9:15 am - 2:15 pm)

November 26 - 28 - No School Thanksgiving Break

December 1 - Late Start (9:15 am - 2:15 pm)

December 18 - 19 - Early Release/Finals

December 22 - January 2 - Winter Break

January 5 - Late Start / First day of 2nd semester

January 19 - MLK Holiday No School

May 31 - Graduation (4:30 pm)

Join us on Tuesday, October 21 from 4 to 8 pm at Chipotle! 25% of the sales will be donated to Class of 2026 Grad Night.

Options to order:

• Show the cashier the digital or paper flyer prior to paying
• Order online and pick Chipotle using the Promo Code: C7YLVVL

The annual senior class photo will take place on October 23 during Nest.

Attention: Grades 9 - 11

Wagner Photographers will be in the LHS Auditorium for picture retakes on October 3, from 7:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Please read the attached PDF document to find more ways to support our LHS students.

LHS Chess Club meets Tuesdays after school from 2:20-3:20 in Room 207. Beginners are welcome. Contact Dr. Deatherage (narelledeatherage@wsdr4.org) for more information.

The WSD's annual Homecoming Parade is rolling through town on Saturday, Oct. 4! The parade kicks off at Holt High School and makes its way down Pearce Blvd all the way to the American Legion Hall. Bring your family, your school spirit, and get ready for a fun-filled community celebration!

Submit your snow day video for a chance to be featured as this year's official snow day announcement! Open to all students, staff, teams, clubs, classrooms, and groups within the district. Videos will be reviewed, and finalists will be announced on our social media pages. Snow Day Announcement Video Contest Form; submissions are due by Oct. 24, 2025.

Consider joining the Class of 2029 Committee

• Plan class events & fundraisers
• Promote class unity & community
• Become a class officer
• Get leadership experience

PICK UP AN APPLICATION FROM MRS. FEDDERSEN IN ROOM 341

Applications due October 3

Powder Puff is an annual event put on by senior class parents. This is not a school-sponsored event. Please direct all questions to your grad night parents.

Event details:

• October 15
• 6:30 pm
• Entry Fee $25 (venmo on the flyer)
• Registrations due October 1 (Register HERE)

Yearbooks & Senior Ads are available for purchase online.

1. Go to yearbookordercenter.com

2. Enter order number 17208

3. Follow the onscreen instructions

All students parking in the parking lot need to purchase a parking pass by Friday. You may collect your pass after purchasing in the student center.

• 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.

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

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