Student Resources
Reflections
Reflections
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
When:
1st quarter
The Reflections Program is a National PTA arts competition. A local competition is held among Liberty students starting in September and winning entries move on to compete at the next level. Entries may be in the areas of fine arts, composition, photography, poetry, drama, literature or dance. The 2011/12 theme is "Diversity is.....". Entries are due October 31st and may be turned in to the Front Office.
School supplies
School supplies
Chair:
Kim Sherman
When:
all year
The PTSA stocks a variety of school supplies to be made available to students in need. Items include backpacks, paper, notebooks, pencils, pens, thumb drives and other basic school supplies. School supplies are located at the front office and controlled by Ms. Alexander. If there is a need for an item that is not in stock, please tell Ms. Alexander and she will contact the PTSA.
AP Test Scholarships
AP Test Scholarships
Chair:
(none)
The PTSA has funds available to help students in need in pay for test fees for Advanced Placement courses. To request assistance with AP test fees, please talk to Michelle Munson, Dean of Students.
SAT/ACT Prep
SAT/ACT Prep
Chair:
Debra Rogers
The LHS PTSA coordinates and advertises SAT and ACT test preparation classes and practice tests. We work to ensure that these classes are readily available to Liberty students for a reasonable cost.
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Communications
Liberty Link
Liberty Link
Chair:
Denise Cramer
Click here to read current and past editions of the award winning Liberty Link!
Liberty PTSA Facebook page
Liberty PTSA Facebook page
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
Our Facebook page is a convenient way to stay informed. You can "Like" us from the link below.
Emails from Liberty PTSA
Emails from Liberty PTSA
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
Want to receive periodic emails about PTSA events and news? Just check the boxes in your Member Profile.
Submit items to newsletter
Submit items to newsletter
Chair:
Denise Cramer
When:
monthly
The Liberty Link is published around the 15th of each month during the school year. Submissions are generally due on the 1st day of the month for inclusion in that month's newsletter. If you wish to submit an article or flyer, please contact our Editor, Denise Cramer at cramerclan3@msn.com.
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Senior Events
Graduation Party
Graduation Party
Chair:
(none)
The Senior Events committee is responsible for planning and fundraising for a safe, fun graduation celebration. The party traditionally starts in the evening of graduation day and runs until the wee hours of the morning. Tickets are available for purchase beginning in the fall of senior year and scholarship money is available to students who require a little help. This is a once in a lifetime event and we want as many students as possible to join in the fun! CLICK BELOW TO ORDER TICKETS NOW.
Senior Event Wine Tasting & Auction
Senior Event Wine Tasting & Auction
Chair:
Lori Beltz
The Class of 2012 Senior Events Committee is putting together a Wine Tasting and Auction Fundraiser. Proceeds will help pay for scholarships to the Graduation Party and also help with the cost of the party.
Senior Breakfast
Senior Breakfast
Chair:
Tammy Reeve
The Senior Events committee sponsors a breakfast for seniors held at Liberty during graduation week.
Senior Party Release form
Senior Party Release form
Chair:
Tammy Reeve
All students must submit this Release Form, signed by a parent or guardian prior before they can attend the Senior Party. Mail forms to: Liberty Class of 2012, P.O.Box 142 , Hobart, WA 98025
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate
Chair:
(none)
Baccalaureate is an Annual Inspirational Celebration for all Seniors and their families. This event has evolved over the years, and currently is meant to bring our diverse community together and honor the graduating class by providing them with the opportunity for reflection and the sharing of joy and appreciation with each other, teachers, family and friends. The program includes music, prose and a motivational speaker. Traditionally, students wear their gowns to this event.
Class of 2012 Senior Events
Class of 2012 Senior Events
Chair:
Tammy Reeve
Class of 2013 Senior Events
Class of 2013 Senior Events
Chair:
Camille Wright
Currently open - we are looking for parents of 2013 graduations to form this committee.
Class of 2014 Senior Events
Class of 2014 Senior Events
Chair:
Sabrina Zimmerman
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PTSA Programs
Membership
Membership
Chair:
Diane Bliesner, Michele McKee
Each fall, the PTSA conducts a membership campaign to encourage families to join the PTSA. A portion of your dues pays for education advocacy at the state and national level. The benefits of membership include a Student Directory, eNews updates, and our award winning Liberty Link newsletter. Membership enrollment can be done online or via mail. Click on the links below to join!
Cash for Kids
Cash for Kids
Chair:
Diane Bliesner, Michele McKee
Cash donations from PTSA Members are the primary source of funds to support PTSA activities at Liberty. Donated funds support students in need, teacher grants for programs to enhance learning, parent education and student programs like the simulated car crash driver's education program. Donors are recognized for their generosity in the Liberty Link Newsletter. Click below to donate today!
Staff Appreciation
Staff Appreciation
Chair:
Vanessa McDonald, Sabrina Zimmerman
When:
all year
The VP's of Volunteers head up the Staff Appreciation Committee. This committee coordinates numerous gestures of appreciation to the Liberty staff, typically held at the beginning of the school year, before winter break and during Staff Appreciation Week in the spring. Volunteers always needed!
Hospitality
Hospitality
Chair:
(none)
When:
all year
The Hospitality Committee is a group of volunteers who provide refreshments for Curriculum Night, student recognition events, 8th Grade Moving Up ceremony, Senior Awards night, Senior interviews and other student or family events as identified.
eScrip
eScrip
Chair:
Tammy Reeve
Escrip is a fundraiser that allows LHS PTSA to receive donations from companies where our families shop. The major eScrip vendor in our community is Safeway so please take a few moments to enroll your Safeway card in the program. You can also shop online at many major stores and earn money for Liberty programs and student services. It's an easy way to contribute to our students!
VIS Representative
VIS Representative
Chair:
Susan Cohodes
The VIS Representative works with the Issaquah Council and the Volunteers for Issaquah Schools to pass school district levies. This includes providing information to the PTSA, recruiting volunteers to help with campaigns, sending out informational materials, submitting articles to the newsletter and putting up reminder signs as votes approach. 2012 is a Levy Year so keep an eye out for important information to be provided by the VIS Representative.
Legislative Representative
Legislative Representative
Chair:
(none)
When:
all year
Advocacy for kids and education is a major goal of the PTSA at all levels. The Legislative Representative organizes and disseminates information regarding local and statewide legislative issues that pertain to public education or child advocacy. To keep members informed on issues and to represent LHS PTSA, the Representative submits articles to the monthly PTSA newsletter, talks at monthly PTSAA meetings, participates in theLegistlative Assembly and Focus Day, and encourages membership to take action, such as contacting their elected officials, on issues supported by the PTSA.
CLICK ON LINK BELOW TO READ THE LATEST LEGISLATIVE UPDATE.
Awards
Awards
Chair:
(none)
The Awards Committee is reponsible for gathering nominations for the Golden Acorn and Outstanding Educator Awards and selecting the awardees. The committee orders awards, gathers personal information for presentations, writes newsletter articles on winners and presents awards at meetings and ceremonies.
Campus Beautification
Campus Beautification
Chair:
(none)
When:
fall & spring
This committee works to improve and maintain Liberty's campus, including landscaping, interior public spaces, building maintenance issues and general appearance. This work is done by volunteers - mainly students - at one to two events per year, typically in the Fall and Spring. (note: due to the extensive remodel project currently underway at Liberty, this committee is taking a break.)
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PTSA Business
Volunteers
Volunteers
Chair:
Vanessa McDonald, Sabrina Zimmerman
Without volunteers, nothing happens. We have volunteer jobs of all shapes and sizes, including several that don't require you to attend any meetings if you don't want. Please look at the list of open jobs and committees when you register and see if you can find a volunteer job that fits your schedule. We appreciate your support!
Nominating Committee
Nominating Committee
Chair:
(none)
When:
Jan-March
The Nomination Committee is reponsible for recruiting members to take on the leadership roles of the PTSA. The Nominating Committee is elected in January, spends February identifying candidates and presents a slate to the general membership at a meeting in the spring. Well connected LHS parents are always needed to serve on this committee. Click below if you are willing to help.
Budget Committee
Budget Committee
Chair:
Lynn Bisset
The Budget committee is responsible for developing a draft budget to present to membership at the May or June General Membership meeting. They request budget information from active committees, compile this information, and prepare the draft budget for the upcoming year. This budget is then submitted for review and approval by the general membership. To see a copy of the current year PTSA budget, please click on the PTSA icon/budget on the Home Page.
Audit Committee
Audit Committee
Chair:
(none)
When:
summer
The Audit Committee is responsible for completing the required annual financial review of the LHS PTSA accounting records. This review is typically conducted in July or August, after the close of the year-end books on June 30th. The committee reviews the financial reports against the receipts, bank statements and report the audit results to the general membership.
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Parent Resources
Student Directory
Student Directory
Chair:
(none)
The PTSA prepares a directory of Liberty students each fall for distribution to members. One directory is free to each PTSA member family and additional copies may be purchased for a nominal fee (click below to order extra directories).
Parent Education
Parent Education
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
When:
all year
Programs and speakers on a variety of topics of interest to parents of high school students will be presented at PTSA General Membership meetings, usually once per quarter. Please follow the link below to learn about upcoming speakers and programs.
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Staff Resources
Enrichment Grants
Enrichment Grants
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
When:
All year
Enrichment Grants are the main method that the Liberty High PTSA uses to support the educational programs at Liberty High School. Staff must submit a simple grant application request to be considered for the grant. Grants are approved by a Board vote based on the overall budget approved by members. The PTSA's ability to fully provide grants at this level depends on donations through our "Cash for Kids" campaign in the fall($7,000 was approved for 2010 - 2011 school year). Teachers - click below to learn more about how to apply!
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Membership
Teacher Membership
Teacher Membership
Chair:
Diane Bliesner, Michele McKee, Cindy Newbury
Each year we ask parents to help our Membership Drive by donating $10 to pay for a Teacher membership. Go ahead and ask a favorite teacher if they'd like to be a member, or just pay and we'll figure out who still isn't a member of the PTSA. Thank you!
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Other
Patriot 5K race
Patriot 5K race
Chair:
Karen Mooney Odegard
When:
May 18th
All school 5K race. 20 parent volunteers are needed. Please click on "Volunteer" under the PTSA icon to sign up.
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