How-to: financial aid for high schoolers
As many upperclassmen begin to look into their options for college, one question is prominent: how are they going to pay? The costs to cover tuition, housing, dining and other fees add up quickly,...
View ArticleRedefining education: the role of a classroom teacher
The field of education is constantly evolving to meet the needs of students, schools, and the community. Because of this, classroom teachers are tasked with increasing expectations in addition to...
View ArticleLiberty expands AP course offerings for the 2025-26 school year
As the 2024-25 school year comes to a close, students are looking ahead to what’s next. Many students will be excited to learn they now have more choices when building their schedules, as Liberty will...
View ArticleThe specialization of high school athletics
For many people, the nostalgia of high school is intertwined with athletics. Traditionally, high school athletes participated in different sports year-round. Due to the social nature of team sports,...
View ArticleKaelyn’s cut: “Tender is the Flesh”
A note to prospective readers: this book does contain very graphic depictions of physical and sexual violence, so read with caution if you may be sensitive to those topics. “Tender is the Flesh” is a...
View ArticleBeyond the badges: Girl Scouts of the USA
In the spring, people are likely to find Girl Scout troops around the country selling their iconic Girl Scout Cookies. As a result, Thin Mints, Samoas and Caramel DeLites have become household names....
View ArticleValentine’s Day: worth the hype?
Valentine’s Day is celebrated every Feb. 14th across the globe. It is a holiday that sparks a wide range of opinions, from those who are eagerly excited to celebrate a day full of romance. Others view...
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The success of the Liberty Dance Team
The Liberty Dance Team has been a club at Liberty since 2017. From the challenges of getting brand new coaches this school year to getting warmed up to compete on the National Championship floors, the...
View ArticleKaelyn’s cut: ‘I Saw the TV Glow’
‘I Saw the TV Glow’ is a 2024 psychological horror drama film written and directed by Jane Schoenbrun and distributed by A24. Produced by Emma Stone’s company, Fruit Tree, the film premiered at the...
View ArticleWithdrawing from the WHO: what happens next?
On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order into law that will withdraw the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO), inciting major controversy across the country. The WHO...
View ArticleThe role of a school board member
The Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD) School Board works behind the scenes to implement policies, make decisions and create budgets for the district. Among these board members is director...
View ArticleThe impact and future of Title IX
Title IX is a law passed in 1972 to eliminate sex discrimination in facilities funded by the U.S. government. It states that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from...
View ArticleKaelyn’s cut: “I Who Have Never Known Men”
“I Who Have Never Known Men,” originally published as “Moi qui n’ai pas connu les hommes” is a 1995 dystopian fiction novel by Belgian author Jacqueline Harpman. In 2022, it was translated by Ros...
View ArticleThe stress of NHS Applications
The National Honor Society (NHS) is a rewarding experience for students. At Liberty, students are able to get involved with tutoring, community service, food drives and much more through NHS. Yet, as...
View ArticleThe blood drive at Liberty
Liberty is hosting its second annual blood drive on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from ten a.m. until two p.m. in the Liberty auxiliary gym. The Liberty Difference Makers are coordinating the event along...
View ArticleHow self-checkout has impacted the workforce
When looking to get a job for the first time, many look at applying to grocery stores or other retail jobs. Many high schoolers rely on entry-level retail jobs for their first work experience. In...
View ArticleTeacher feature: Shishonee Hughes
For many students, teachers are more than just educators; they are role models and sources of inspiration. Shishonee Hughes (she/her), science teacher, embodies all of these qualities through her...
View ArticleSecond trimester slump
It’s that time of year again, the in-between phase when students aren’t as driven as they were at the start of the school year but haven’t yet found the final push to finish strong. The second...
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