BELL The
November 2018 Volume 95, Issue 4
Liberty High School lhsnews.net
Staff Editor-in-Chief Paige Twenter
Managing Editor Joey O’Kelly
Co InDepth/Copy Editor Delaney Tarpley
A&E Editor
Haley Stephenson
Spotlight Editor Sidney Lowry
News Editor
Contact Us Reporters
Liberty High School
Jennavieve Carmony Mallory Fee Rosie Frederick Amelia Hasan Taylor Jacobs Danny Johnston Derek Katzer Sydni Meyer Rachel Reiter Daisy Smith Emma Stauffer
200 Blue Jay Drive Liberty, MO 64068
Paige Hodges
PhotoJay
Features Editor
PhotoJay Manager
Alyah Craig
Chrystian Noble
Co InDepth Editor
Assistant Managers
Zahra Khan
Ads Manager Caroline Parry
Social Media Editor Grace Buehler
Assistant A&E Editor Ashley Tindall
Assistant News Editor Regan Johnston
Assistant Features Editor Victoria McCoy
Online Manager Liz Gammon
Mara Fryer Mercedes Peck
Social Media Manager Ashley Ritter
Photographers Morgan Clark Arianna Gonzalez Kaley Hamilton Jacob Jimenez MaryAnn Johnson Kaleigh McCarthy Emma McDonald Charlene Nguyen Joey O’Kelly Hannah Ollier Kylee Williams
On The Cover Senior Siloe Lukusa twirls her flag with the Color Guard during a halftime performance with the band. This is Lukusa’s fourth and final year in the Color Guard. Check out the Winter Guard story on page 40 and learn about Vanguard’s accomplishments on page 16. Cover photo by Jacob Jimenez
2
(816) 736-2827 lori.oyler@lps53.org OR ptwe1193@lps53.org @TheLHSBell
Staff Member of the Month: Jennavieve Carmony Journalists ask questions. Real journalists get answers. Junior Jennavieve Carmony exemplified this trait this month. Life for junior Jennavieve Carmony Photo by Chrystian Noble is all planned out. With her goals set, she is ready to tackle any challenges junior year might throw her way. “Inside of school, I’m active in many clubs,” Carmony said. “I’m the president of Women’s Issues Now. Women’s empowerment is very important to me.” When she isn’t in school advocating through her clubs, you can find her strumming a chord or two on the Ukulele. “I love to play ukulele and I practice playing it every single day. Music is really important to me,” Carmony said. “I attend a music camp every summer at Northwest Missouri State University.” When it comes to newspaper, it was something she never thought of joining until now. “I joined newspaper because I like to write and I’ve heard really good things about everyone on staff and that made me want to join even more,” Carmony said. Carmony is always ready for success following her motto of “If not now, then when?”
Contents News DiverCITY ........................... 6 Buzzers Ready .................... 8 One Step for the Future .... 10
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Photo by Kylee Williams
Features
Spotlight
The Language of Love ........................................................... 12 Women on a Mission ............................................................. 14 What the Doctor Ordered ...................................................... 16 The Band to Beat ................................................................... 18
Evan Marley ...................... 20 Natalie Adams .................. 21 Faraz Pervaiz .................... 22 Brynn Baymiller ................ 23
Photo by Kaley Hamilton
CONTENTS
3
Letter From The Editor
Photo by Chrystian Noble
Forty-eight pages. My Managing Editor is going to kill me. Granted, for the October issue we also tackled 48 pages (the record largest issue we’ve ever had) but we came out of it saying, “Well, we’ll never have to do that again.” Irony can be a funny thing. When we were planning for this issue, however, we couldn’t afford to skim
Photo by Mercedes Peck
To the Polls Reported by Liz Gammon Oh, say, can you see all of the 18-yearolds voting this past midterm election? On November 6, eligble voters at LHS had the long-awaited opportunity to vote on various Amendments and candidates in Missouri. This was some students first opportunity to vote and be a part of something greater and truly affect the state they live in. “I was in this room with adults who
on anything. How could we shorten Women’s Issues Now (page 14) or not talk about Vanguard’s accomplishments at competition? (page 18) How could we take precious space away from the pumpkin spice review (page 38) or the Diversity Festival? (page 6) The truth is, the staff wants to cover every aspect of the school. With our
clearly have all voted before,” senior Zach Moorefield said. “Not only in politics but in life, in general, it’s important to make yourself heard.” Given the opportunity to take a step into adulthood, one would think students would most likely vote in the election. However, senior Meredith Rosheim said this was not the case. “I was the youngest person in the room when I went in to vote,” Rosheim said. “It was sad to see my generation not getting involved in politics. I heard a lot of people didn’t want vote because they had no idea what was going on. It was really easy to find out what I was voting on. I just looked online for like 10-15 minutes to decide what I wanted to vote.” One of the most common ways to register to vote is to complete a voter registration application and submit it to your local election authority. Applications can be submitted in person, via mail or online. While you have to be 18 to vote, you only have to be 17-and-a-half to register. “I think everyone should vote,” Rosheim said. “It’s important to have everyone represented.”
4
monthly publishing constraints, however, it can be strenuous to cover the full scope (and scoop, for that matter) on students’ stories. You might notice something new this issue. After each publication, we review and evaluate everything, from stories to designs to photos. A trend we’ve noticed is an abundance of missed photo opportunities in our newspaper. Thus, a new addition was born: a “Photos of the Month” spread. Head on over to pages 32 and 33 to see the “Mamma Mia” cast and crew. I truly believe you should never stop reinventing and challenging norms. In journalistic writing, there are specific rules and guidelines we must follow. At times, it’s easy to stick to the rules and precedents that have been set for years. Each issue, The Bell staff strives to never settle for easy, but to jump into the unknown.
Our Mission The LHS Bell student newspaper has been covering news for students, by students since 1924. Even with our new look and leadership, we continue to uphold one standing mission: to compose an informative and entertaining magazine using articles, photographs and commercial messages as journalists in training. We will work to be fair, accurate and balanced. We’ve also been growing into a new mission: to start conversations, provoke questions and inspire new perspectives. Our scope doesn’t end at our staff list; it actually starts with you, our readers. Feel free to contact us to comment, compliment or criticize anything you see in our newspaper with a Letter to the Editor to ptwe1193@lps53.org. The Bell student newspaper is a public forum of student expression. The articles featured do not necessarily reflect the views of the entire Bell staff.
InDepth
Opinion
A&E
Clash of Classes ................ 24 Columns ........................... 29 Bookin’ It ......................... 34 Staff-Ed ............................. 30 Friendsgiving ................... 36 Spice it Up ........................ 38
Photos by Chrystian Noble
Last But Not Least
Sports
Winter Guard ....................................................................... 42 Pamela Koch ...................... 47 A Bump Up .......................................................................... 44 Spotlight Meghan Schneider ............................................................ 45
CONTENTS
5
DiverCITY
Community members educate and get educated on the importance of diversity. Reported by Delaney Tarpley Photos by Hannah Ollier and Emma McDonald
Students
from LHS often joke about the comparisons between Liberty North High School and Kansas City International Airport. North’s architectural features, such as high ceilings and the long curved main hallway, are similar to KCI’s. However, North really was looking international as they shared their building with LHS to host the third annual Diversity festival on November 8. The parking lot was comparable to a Liberty vs. Liberty North football or basketball game. Several people made their own parking spots to get closer to the front doors and avoid the snowy weather. With over 72 different groups hosting either a performance or booth and all the people simply attending, there were easily over 300 people at the event. Walking in, community members were instantly immersed in multiple different cultures. Languages other than English were being spoken freely in the safe and inviting environment as traditional clothes from different cultures were worn with pride. Presenters were ready to teach others the importance of openmindedness and acceptance through booths, performances and activities.
The majority of participants were starting their journey to become more culturally aware. The long curved hallway was home to booths from LHS and Liberty North clubs. Clubs such as Breakfast Club, Diversity Council and Gay Straight Alliance made pamphlets, presentations and activities they shared with the
community. Diversity Council created a large sign with the question “Who inspires you?” “The question really makes you think about who you respect and look up to in your community, but also what values you hold,” Diverity Council senior officer Makana Brooks said. Middle schoolers from Discovery Middle School and Heritage Middle School hosted a few booths. One booth described the importance of mirror books (books about people similar to the reader) and window books (books that allow the reader to see a different lifestyle or perspective).
Top: People walk down the Liberty North hallway, on November 8 during the fourth annual Diversity Festival, as they stop at the different booths to educate themselves on different cultures. Bottom: Diversity Council members junior Victoria Southhall and seniors Joey O’ Kelly and Mustafa Mohammad- Admin smile as they stand in front of the ‘Who inspires you?’ poster.
6
NEWS
“Some races can only read window books because there aren’t many books about them or their lifestyle. This should change,” seventh grader Sarai Jack said. Some teachers took it upon themselves to host a booth to answer questions some people are too afraid to ask. Susan Lynn, a Liberty North international language teacher, hosted a booth discussing the importance of hijabs for Muslim women. “Students are sometimes leery of me because I wear one everyday, so I wanted a chance to explain and educate because no one is comfortable asking me questions about it,” Lynn said. Members of the LHS Gay Straight Alliance, soon to be renamed Gender and
Sexualities Alliance, were glad to have an opportunity to educate people. “I think hosting events like this is really important for our club,” junior member of Gay Straight Alliance Elliot Lundy said. “We try to get the word out there that these sexualities and identities exist not only in school, but throughout the community. A lot of people have misconceptions that we get the opportunity to correct.” As people traveled further down the hall, they reached the entrance of a few smaller hallways. One hallway featured food from other countries and cultures made by Liberty North’s Prostart team. Another hallway had trifold presentations on immigrants, refugees and other minority experiences in the US. Further down the main hallway, the entrance of the Auxiliary gym welcomed children into the space. This area was divided by country, with simpler presentations and fun activities to teach kids about different cultures. Children made paper flowers at the France booth to represent the French perfume industry, made traditional Alpine hats at the German booths, and colored skulls at the Mexican booth to learn about Day of the Dead. At the end of the large main hallway was the most crowded area. Five different groups performed throughout the night at a stage that had been set up in the cafeteria. Missouri Western Dance
Company, The Studio LDG and Key Polynesia put on dance performances. Missouri Western combined different styles of music to represent different groups of people in their company. “The Greatest Show” from popular movie musical, “The Greatest Showman,” was played intermittently during trappercussion-flooded rap songs and songs with confidence-boosting lyrics. “I think this diversity event is very pertinent because of the time we’re in as a country. I love that the schools are hosting it. It’s so important.” Founding artistic director of the Missouri Western Dance Company, Jordan Alford said. B-Rich, a comedian who has been featured on BET, put on a 10 minute comedy performance. His jokes focused on senior citizens struggles with new technology and the privilege of today’s youth.
“I bet you have a bedroom all to yourself,” B-Rich said, pointing at a kid in the audience. “Some adults are out here thinking you have too much.” At the end of the night, a Christian spoken word group, Soulz of Redemption, performed three pieces: “Soulz of Redemption,” “Three Sides of Forgiveness,” and “It Wasn’t a Choice.” The pieces had common themes such as the intolerance of our country and coming to terms with identity and sexuality. One of the Soulz of Redemption speakers, Grant Williams prompted his audience to say at the end of the night: “I am somebody. I can do anything. I am diversity.”
Top right: Liberty North international language teacher, Susan Lynn, smiles as she educates people on the culture of Muslim women. Left middle: Dance quartet from Studio LDG perform their ‘90s era tribute. Bottom left: Comedian B-Rich makes the audience laugh with his take on diversity and childhood within different cultures.
NEWS
7
Photo by Emma McDonald
Diversity Festival Photo by Hannah Ollier
Photo by Hannah Ollier
Top left: Senior Samantha Dillon helps untie a Maypole for the LHS German Club booth at the festival. Top right: B-Rich Comedy praises a dancer from The Studio LDG during his comedy act. Bottom: A trio from The Studio LDG dances at the Diversity Festival Thursday night with hopes of showing people attending the event that dancing is not only for girls.
8
NEWS
Photo by Emma McDonald
Photo by Hannah Ollier
Photo by Hannah Ollier
Top: A group of dancers from Missouri Western Dance Company perform during the festival to promote diversity within the community. Bottom left: Senior Makana Brooks and senior foreign exchange student Maria Eduarda Pelegrini talk about their experiences from studying abroad. Bottom right: A man helps educate people about the Mexican holiday Day of the Dead at the Mexican Culture, “The altar for the dead,� booth.
NEWS
9
Buzzers Ready
Scholar Bowl members prepare for tournament season. Reported by Jennavieve Carmony For 10 points, name what ties 17th century literature, astrophysics and parmesan pretzel chips together. If you answered ‘things you might find at a scholar bowl practice,’ you are correct. As tournament season begins for the Scholar Bowl team, coaches Trace Larson and Ryan Brewer are thrilled to see the team size grow. In the last two years, the team has more than doubled in size, going from six members to 14 members. The style of gameplay is simple, and has attracted many new faces this season. “We form up into teams and compete against each other to see who can answer the most questions correctly,” senior Kit Mallett said. Scholar Bowl rounds consist of two types of questions: toss-ups and bonus questions. A toss-up question is read to both teams. Individuals from either
team will answer the question using hand buzzers. Whichever team gets the question correct first will then be asked three bonus questions.
“Seeing the team rely on each others’ strengths and grow through preparation and competition is very rewarding.” - Scholar Bowl Coach Ryan Brewer
This format may seem intimidating, but team members pick up the flow of the game with ease. “The team is pretty relaxed, there is really no pressure to get all the questions right,” sophomore Henry Witt said. “Even if you answer the question wrong, you have a supportive team.” The team’s focus is on learning rather than winning, which is a large part of their success. Both academically and socially, Scholar Bowl is a club anyone can enjoy because of its easygoing nature. When the team isn’t bonding over their shared love of animal crackers or giggling at mispronounced answers, members are working hard to learn new things each week. Practices have the team split into two groups that compete against each other to prepare for competition against other schools.
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Left: Scholar Bowl member prepares to hit the buzzer and answer the question at practice. Right: Coaches Trace Larson and Ryan Brewer prepare for Scholar Bowl practice.
10
NEWS
Photo by Kaley Hamilton
Scholar Bowl Q&A Q: When does Scholar Bowl happen? A: Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:15 Q: Where does Scholar Bowl happen? A: Room 204 Q: Is it too late to join this year? A: No, Scholar Bowl is always accepting new members Q: Who are the sponsors for Scholar Bowl? A: Science teachers Trace Larson and Ryan Brewer “A lot of schools come to tournaments,” junior Braden Reeve said. “There is a bracket where we get seeded to play. We play for as long as we can and hopefully we make it to finals.” Between team traditions like selling concessions at sporting events, insidejokes about The Burger Shack, and meeting new people at practices, there is
always something new to laugh about. “It’s very low-key,” freshman Sophia Rakestraw said. “We all sit around and make fun of each other while we play trivia. It’s like playing Trivial Pursuit at a party.” Besides just the trivia itself, practices are also meant to teach new members about the game.
“Scholar Bowl is more about knowing how to answer questions instead of knowing the answers to all of the questions,” junior Natu Kahassai said. “We have to know how a tournament runs, so things like knowing when to buzz in and when not to buzz in are important skills to have.” Once you have the flow of the game down, you’re ready to play. The first Scholar Bowl tournament of the year usually falls around mid-November. This allows the team almost three full months to prepare before they compete. By then, most everyone feels ready to go, including assistant coach Brewer. “We are serious about trying to win every competition, but we always have fun in the process,” Brewer said. “Winning is always secondary to sportsmanship.” Scholar Bowl is one of the few academic activities run by MSHSAA, which means when the regular season ends, districts season is only beginning. District competitions run the same as any Scholar Bowl tournament, only with higher stakes. Last year, the team made it to semifinals, with a tough loss to Park Hill South. They’re hopeful to do even better this year.
Juniors Tepary Cooley and Natu Kahasai, seniors Kit Mallet and Elizabeth Blumhardt, freshmen Eli Witt, and Sophia Rakestraw and sophomore Jillian Hough race to their buzzers to see who can answer the question fastest during an afterschool practice.
NEWS
11
One Step for the Future
Community Scholarship gives LPS seniors more chances for financial aid.
Reported by Ashley Tindall
The chances of earning a scholarship are low. The Community Scholarship Program, sponsored by Liberty Public Schools, on the other hand, offers students a high probability of being awarded money to help with college from more than 40 organizations.
Applications for scholarships accepted from December 1 to February 1
A Community Scholarship is a district wide program where local organizations sponsor with the school to provide scholarship opportunities to both LHS and LNHS seniors. The application process reaps the rewards of a nationwide scholarship with significantly less application work.
What You Need... To Succeed Download and complete application, which can be found on the LHS website under “Counseling�
$
Scholarships vary from $500 to $5,000
$
Write an essay explaining your qualifications (can be one written for ELA)
Want to learn more?
High school activities in and out of school, FAFSA score and GPA required
Advisory will have a lesson for all seniors interested in these scholarships on December 5
High school transcript (request from Student Naviance)
During the month of January help will be provided in room 301 every Tuesday during Liberty Hour
Attach application, essay and transcript as PDFs to an email Thank the organization you chose
Crowley Furniture
Send by final deadlilne: February 1
Drake University Blue Jay Nation
Special thanks to...
Eagle Club And many more...
12
For making these scholarships possible NEWS
Women on a Mission
Women’s Issues Now members share how the club has affected their lives. Reported by Rachel Reiter Most people aren’t aware of the issues women face daily. From sexual assault to reproductive rights, there’s a vast spectrum of topics to dissect. Women’s Issues Now (WIN) is a safe space to discuss all of these subjects and more. “That club is my favorite thing I do right now,” freshman Isabela Sullivan said. “I love that club with my whole heart.” The club meets Tuesday mornings at 7:35 a.m. in room 902. Don’t let the early hour deter you, the club members agree it has a friendly atmosphere and a sense of respect that will make you feel like you’ve belonged there your whole life. “Even though we talk about serious things, we all joke around,” senior Olivia Newell said. “We have fun talking about everything. It’s like a family.” The club is open to anybody at any time and all you need to bring is yourself and an open mind. Although some heavier topics may be discussed, the members aren’t afraid to have fun. The club is filled with young women and men who are passionate about women’s rights. That passion fuels their motivation to succeed at what they love best.
“The long term goal of our club is to raise awareness and promote a world where we can all coexist,” freshman Erin Brage said. The main goal is to create a world where equality reigns and people can live together in peace, where equality has no label.
“You can be a man, you can be a woman, you can be black, white, gay, straight, everything, or nothing at all. Come in and join us, you won’t regret it.” - freshman Isabela Sullivan “You don’t necessarily have to be a feminist,” Newell said. “You don’t have to be in a specific political party. There are just as many Republicans as there are Democrats in the club. We’re inclusive
of all opinions. For example, junior Jennavieve Carmony, the president of the club, and I have completely opposite views on almost everything. It’s a safe space to talk about your opinion on anything and hear other people’s opinions as well.” The club offers a long-term affect as well. “I think it’s really opened my eyes to all the things that really affect women,” Brage said. “It may not affect us now, but it will affect us in the future.” The club is also dedicated to helping the community. They have participated in Safe Halloween and Safety 360, with more plans on the way. WIN is a diverse club open to all students regardless of race, sexual orientation, political party or gender. No matter your differences, the club members urge you to come and share your time and opinions. “You can be a man, you can be a woman, you can be black, white, gay, straight, everything, or nothing at all,” Sullivan said. “Come in and join us, you won’t regret it.”
Want to attend a club meeting? Every Tuesday at 7:35 a.m. in room 902 Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Freshmen Isabela Sullivan and Zoe Nelson and junior Moroni Lehnardt and freshmen Erin Brage, Hailey Nelson and Ariel Chen meet together in an open place to discuss their views. “You don’t have to be in a specific political party. There are just as many Republicans as there are Democrats in the club. We’re inclusive of all opinions,” Newell said.
13
FEATURES
The Language of Love
Spanish Heritage students convey their love for the class of their culture. Reported by Taylor Jacobs
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
The classroom is filled with patient smiles. All around, the noises of crinkling tissue paper intermingle with small phrases of Spanish. High schoolers guide small hands to make colorful crafts, while pronouncing new words for the second graders to use. Almost every Friday, this is what Señora Astrid Ruiz’s Spanish Heritage class experiences. They go to Manor Hill Elementary School and teach students basic Spanish, while also giving lessons on culture. The class is comprised of multiple native Spanish speakers from LHS, as well as five Liberty North students. Spanish Heritage has been around for two years and they recently did a culture lesson on Día de Los Muertos. On that day, the Spanish Heritage students taught the elementary schoolers how to make multiple crafts including papel picado, tissue paper flags with intricate cutouts to celebrate the holiday.
Before going to Manor Hill and teaching, the Spanish Heritage students have to make a lesson plan in class. When they do get to the school, they start and end with a number song in Spanish to help with the kids’ counting. “[The elementary schoolers] are very happy to see us and are very sad when we leave,” Ruiz said. “They love the Spanish Heritage kids and it is something they really appreciate because they take the time to teach them.” Besides teaching at Manor Hill on Fridays, these students work on their own Spanish. From writing and speaking skills to documentaries and culture lessons, they have a lot on their plate. Since most of the Spanish Heritage students are native speakers and already know what is being taught in Spanish IV and V, they already have the oral part down. Because they are fluent, they speak Spanish 24/7 in class. Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Top: Junior Carina Resendiz spends time with Manor Hill student Casey Rodriguez and looks at her art project. Bottom: Spanish teacher Astrid Ruiz prepares the class to start working on their Spanish. “I give them the tools and they seek where they want to go with it,” Ruiz said.
14
FEATURES
“It’s set at a faster pace than the other Spanish classes, so I feel more challenged to work harder,” senior Eddy Enriquez said. “Being at this higher level, I can understand it and practice it more.” Each student has their own strengths and weaknesses in the language classroom, while Sra. Ruiz is there to help identify them while improving their skills. “I give them the tools and they seek where they want to go with it,” Ruiz said. Spanish Heritage students work with each other and Sra. Ruiz to create a positive learning environment for the class. Their hopes for the future vary, from working in customer service, to the medical field and being translators. However, they all share a common goal: to help more people understand and speak Spanish.
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
“The benefit to Spanish Heritage class is you get this type of community that’s created here.” - junior Max Herrera At home, some students continue speaking Spanish. One senior, Daniella Ugaz, only speaks Spanish at home and won’t be answered if she speaks in English. Another student, junior Max Herrera, has to speak Spanish to his mom and
grandparents, but he also speaks English with his step-family. The Spanish Heritage group is a unique class. “The benefit to Spanish Heritage class is you get this type of community that’s created here,” Herrera said. “You have a bunch of people you’ve never known before that you get to meet because of this class and that’s a really cool thing.” Whether they were born in Peru or here in Kansas City, they all come together with their love for Hispanic culture. “If you’re confident in your Spanish abilities, you should definitely consider taking this class,” Enriquez said.
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Photo by Joey O’kelly
Top left: Junior Chris Rizo creates small art projects with a Manor Hill student. Top right: Junior Sheily Cavarrabias helps student speak Spanish. Bottom left: Junior Max Herrera cuts out his papel picado. Bottom right: Freshman Kevin Rios and sophomore Natalie Martinez show off their art.
FEATURES
15
The Band to Beat
Blue and White Vanguard members share their competition triumphs. Reported by Alyah Craig
Photo by Kaley Hamilton
lllImagine the color guard’s bright flags twirling through the air as the drumline maintains a steady beat to guide the rest of the noisy instruments. All of this, but in a competition setting, describes LHS’s newest addition to the band department called Blue and White Vanguard. On October 20, they placed first in their division in multiple categories and hope to continue this winning streak into next year’s ensemble. “We wanted to provide opportunities for students that gave them options,” band director Eddie Owen said. “Some students really love the competitive aspect of marching band, and want to come early, learn music that is very challenging, and also ‘step up their game’ with others of like mind.” With the division of marching band
in two, there are bound to be some differences in the preparation and amount of time dedicated by each member. However for freshman Abbie Pitchell the change is welcome.
“Being in Blue and White Vanguard is more advanced because we have more drills and sets to memorize along with faster and harder music.” -freshman Abbie Pitchell
“It’s more challenging than regular band and I love to challenge myself,” Pitchell said. “Being in Blue and White Vanguard is more advanced because we have more drills and sets to memorize along with faster and harder music.” The sole purpose of creating Blue and White Vanguard is to cater more towards those competition oriented. It is a combination of color guards exotic movements, drumline consistent beat, and many other instruments as they work together to put on a worthy performance. In light of this, their recent standings at multiple invitationals, such as first and second in different categories, have improved from before this change. “We definitely went to more competitions that challenged us this year,” junior Tessa Bigses said. “I think we used to go to competitions that played more towards our strengths. Now we were really able to see the bands that went above and beyond and are very talented. These competitions showed us how far we can go.” This is Bisges’ second year on color guard and she knows the feeling of being scrutinized under a watchful eye. While Vanguard is performing, judges walk around the field in close proximity with the band. “It’s really scary because you’ll be doing something and they’ll be standing in front of you while making eye contact,” Bisges said. “It can be intimidating but it’s also a way to show to the judges what you can do and how hard you’ve been working.” Senior Tyson Parco, a member of drumline, can attest to the nerve-wracking aspect of competitions as well. “Every week we put in around 17 hours of work to prepare for competitions,” Parco said. “Once you get a rhythm going and become in sync with other people, everyone is focused on trying to make sure they’re following that rhythm and going in
Sophomore Samantha Eklund performs with the Color Guard as the band keeps a steady beat. “We definitely went to more competitions that challenged us this year,” junior Tessa Bisges said. “Now we were really able to see the bands that went above and beyond and are very talented. These competitions showed us how far we can go.”
16
FEATURES
the right direction.” While many people see the entirety of the band perform, the amount of work put into these performances is often something people are not aware of. “Color guard and drumline have sectionals on Tuesdays for around three hours,” Bisges said. “We have morning rehearsal every weekday from 6:30 a.m. until the end of first hour. We also have sectionals on Thursdays for three hours. Before competitions we have to come early to load the buses and get everything ready for the performance.” Hours of preparation can encourage members to do their best and this can
Event University of Central Missouri Festival of Champions
Summit North Marching Invitational
lead to finding the best solution to preperformance jitters. “You also have to mentally prepare yourself before you do it,” Pitchell said. “I close my eyes and think that this is one of the last competitions I’m going to have this year so I have to take advantage of the opportunity.” Although students may be nervous in their initial performance in front of judges, it is clear that the pay off is greater than the obstacles they face. “When they didn’t call our name at UCM for third or second place we all assumed we didn’t place,” Bisges said. “But they called our name for first and we all took a step forward, the drum majors were crying
and everyone else was laughing. It was such an amazing feeling, it’s almost like butterflies on a rollercoaster.” With the spirits of Vanguard members at an all time high, the seasons recent end has led many to plan for next years group of students. “Not only are we proud of the Blue and White Vanguard this year, but we are truly proud of each and every student involved in the Liberty Band program,” Owen said. “We love each and every one of them the same. Each one of our kids matter to us, not just as musicians, but even more as the amazing people that they are.”
Scores
1st - Field Show Best Field Percussion Best Field Color Guard 1st - Indoor Drumline 2nd - Indoor Color Guard 9 out of 32 band Superior rating - Indoor 12th - Prelims 12th - Finals
Photo by Jacob Jimenez
Photo by Kaley Hamilton
Left: Sophomore Samantha Lang performs her usual drills before a crowd of students and parents at Blue and White Vanguard’s solo performance on October 4. Right: Seniors Jacob Fullinwider and Peter Mallet and sophomore Gracie Thompson drum in unison.
FEATURES
17
Corn Maze
18
GAMES
What the Doctor Ordered
Club leaders provide insight regarding Medical Leaders of Tomorrow. Reported by Mallory Fee Several nurses stand at the front of the leaders: Ramsey Davies, Sakif Islam, room, all with the same title but with Mustafa Mohammed and Khushi Talati. different jobs. They present information Block introduced Davies and Davila to about their careers and what it takes to the club their freshman year. go into their specific medical field while “It’s something I was interested in students listen. It’s just a normal Thursday because I like hearing about the different afternoon for the Medical Leaders of jobs in the medical field,” Davies said. Tomorrow Club. The leaders contact the medical Medical Leaders of Tomorrow, or MLT, professionals who speak each month and exists for students who have an interest in keep track of the club’s funds. the medical field and are thinking about “The aim of the club is to provide going into it, but leadership to students need more insight because they run it, on the different but at the same time careers involved to expose students “The aim of the club is and what it takes to different medical to provide leadership to to do them. professionals who are MLT meets out there,” Knowles students because they on the first said. “We focus on run it, but at the same Thursday of every things like, ‘What is it time to expose students month, each that the doctor does?’ time bringing in When doctors come to different medical a new medical they talk about their professionals who are professional to journey, how they share about the became a doctor and out there.” work they do. what they do on a daily The club was basis.” - sponsor Maria Knowles created several Students don’t always years ago based have an idea of what solely upon they’d like to study student interest. Originally the sponsor in college and could just want to find was Tim Block, who sponsored the club out more about the types of jobs in the until he retired, so science teacher Maria medical area. Knowles took over last year. “I enjoy all of the different people who “Students were interested in talking to come to talk to us,” Davila said. different types of medical professionals so “There’s such a wide variety, Mr. Block brought in a couple of doctors in I feel like it really gave me a the beginning,” Knowles said. good idea of how many things MLT is student-led by four senior you can go into and still be in the medical field.”
Interested in joining? Medical Leaders of Tomorrow meets... - every first Thursday of the month - in room 208 - during Liberty Hour New members who are interested in the medical field are always welcome!
Senior club leaders Abi Davila and Mustafa Mohammed are two of the four leaders of Medical Leaders of Tomorrow. “I enjoy all of the different people who come to talk to us,” Davila said. “There’s such a wide variety, I feel like it really gave me a good idea of how many things you can go into and still be in the medical field.”
FEATURES
19
Photo by Emma McDonald
Freshman Evan Marley Reported by Daisy Smith
Freshman Evan Marley cherishes theatre and is excited for his freshman year.
As the lights come up and the curtains open, Evan Marley stands center stage ready to perform his favorite production, “Singing In the Rain.” The feeling of anticipation and eagerness to perform is normal for Marley, who has performed since sixth grade. “I love to provide enjoyment and entertainment for others,” Marley said. “I just love to make people laugh and make people happy. I am the kind of person who is only happy when others are happy.” This year Marley is part of the ensemble for the fall musical “Mamma Mia.” He auditioned for this show because he wanted to see what shows in high school are like compared to the ones he participated in while he was in middle school. While taking part of a theatre production is something that he enjoys, Marley is seeing this as a chance to meet new people and build relationships. “My favorite thing about theatre is the relationships you make,” Marley said. “I have made several friends by just being in
plays and musicals. Everyone is so inviting and fun, there’s almost no way that you can’t make friends when in theatre.” Being a part of a theatre production can be difficult, from the auditions all the way to opening night. However, being in theatre has helped him grow as a person. “The arts have taught me to be openminded,” Marley said. “I’ve learned that you should always take in constructive criticism with an open mind because all that your peers and teachers want to do is make you a better person or actor.” Marley has been in the Fine Arts since middle school and has continued his passion into high school. Marley is a part of theatre and choir and carries his interest in the arts outside of school. lll He enjoys drawing, photography and creating content for his YouTube channel, EarthTwoEvan. “I mainly just create skits for my subscribers, but sometimes I will make Q&A videos so that my subscribers have an open platform for me to answer their
20
questions,” Marley said. “Now that I have my current channel, I merely just want to make people laugh. I am glad that I have this platform to basically make people’s days a bit less boring.” Marley has had a long friendships with freshman Reyna Myvett. The two became good friends in middle school Thespians club while Marley was President and Myvett was Vice President. “He’s really funny, loyal and overall a really good friend and listener,” Myvett said. “When I think of Evan I think he stays true to himself.” Even though he is only a freshman, Marley has already started to affect his peers and is standing out to his teachers. “Evan always makes the students feel comfortable and is willing to step up and be a positive leader,” Blue Jay Chorale director Dayna Roller said. “That can be hard, especially as an underclassman, and he is able to do so with positive leadership.”
SPOTLIGHT
Photo by Kaley Hamilton
Sophomore Natalie Adams Reported by Derek Katzer
Sophomore Natalie Adams shares her passions and personality. lllAlthough it was a late night, the atmosphere in the fieldhouse was electrifying. Sophomore Natalie Adams’ club basketball team was down six points
SPOTLIGHT
to a club from Wichita. The sound of squeaking shoes on the floor was impossible to ignore. Adams had control of the ball and was looking to
21
score. The dribbling of the basketball was loud in her ears. Or, perhaps, it was her own heartbeat. As Adams shot the ball, everyone was on the edge of their seats. The voices of the crowd gasped in unison. Their eyes saw the basketball fly into the net and they heard the unmistakable sound of a swish. But, what’s this? The referee called a foul against the opposing team. Adams scored both of her free-throw shots, bringing the score even closer. Adams’ teammates scored a threepointer, putting Adams’ club team ahead. Adams watched anxiously as the clock ticked down. The whistle blew, and Adams’ team was in the lead. The effort of both Adams and her teammates allowed them to win first in their tournament. “My favorite memory I think would be the games that have been close where you think you’re going to lose, but then at the end you come back with a win,” Adams said. Adams did not get to where she is today alone. She had a lot of help from friends, teachers and coaches. “The way [coaches] interact with all of us, or me personally, helps me get through stuff I wouldn’t be able to get through on my own,” Adams said. “The stuff I can take from the court back to school or back anywhere really. It’s just a really positive impact they have on the people around you.” Although Adams got help from those around her, she has made sure to help those around her as well. “She has always been there for me. She’s always been someone who can be trusted and she’s genuine,” sophomore Allie Reece said. “She has been there for me through everything. She’s the kind of person I can talk to and that I trust fully.” When Adams isn’t participating in basketball, Diversity Club, or helping out her friends, she can be found doing homework or drawing. “I don’t know what it is, but I like to doodle on my homework and my notes pages,” Adams said. This, however, does not mean that Adams is a student who is off task. “Her depth of knowledge is great,” Social Studies teacher Paul Turner said. “She is willing to have fun in class but knows when to be serious when discussing content.”
Photo by Morgan Clark
Junior Faraz Pervaiz Reported by Regan Johnston
Junior Faraz Pervaiz makes the world a better place one step at a time.
Junior Faraz Pervaiz doesn’t let anything stop him from doing the most for himself and the people around him. For some students, it can be difficult to find their passion and leave a lasting affect, but that doesn’t worry Pervaiz as
long as he’s making the world a better place. One way he tries to make the world a better place is through equality. Pervaiz believes strongly in equality and always tries to incorporate this belief into his life,
22
no matter what class, club or activity. “One thing I want people to know not only about myself, but about everyone, is that everyone is human and they all have to be treated that way,” Pervaiz said. “I think that equality is something we have to focus on.” Pervaiz hopes to make a positive affect on the world through tolerance. “The primary reason why I express equality a lot is because I’ve seen what inequality does,” Pervaiz said. “It’s not something that produces any form of positive movement.” Pervaiz is also involved in Speech and Debate and says his knack for arguing is what helped him get started. “I really wanted to join debate because my parents said I was pretty decent at arguing and they said to take it somewhere else outside of the house,” Pervaiz said. In debate, Pervaiz appreciates the challenges and the long term skills it provides him. “I enjoy debate because of the competition and ethics that we set,” Pervaiz said. “I think it also helps you to discipline and teach yourself better morals. It’s overall a good activity for effectively speaking.” For Pervaiz, winning a debate is definitely a plus, but he doesn’t let his losses stop him from improving his technique. “You’ll get crushed every now and then, but holding up a good debate in general makes you feel good all around,” Pervaiz said. Debate teacher Timothy Baldwin commends Pervaiz for working hard to ensure nothing is left unsaid in each debate. “I really admire how thoughtful Faraz is and the way that he tackles his questions,” Baldwin said. “I feel like he is exceptionally deliberate and well thought out. He is a massive asset to his teammates because of that thoughtfulness.” Pervaiz isn’t just thoughtful in debate, he’s also thoughtful when it comes to helping his friends. “He’s really nice and he’s always there to help if I ever need it. If I need help in school or just someone to talk to, he’s there,” junior Anthony Basa said. No matter where he goes or what he does, Pervaiz strives to make a positive environment for those around him. “I think the world of Faraz,” Baldwin said. “He is a young man who is super resilient, caring and an awesome kid. We should all aspire to be more like Faraz.”
SPOTLIGHT
Photo by Joey O’Kelly
Senior Brynn Baymiller Senior Brynn Baymiller shares her passion for dance and plans for the future. Reported by Rosie Frederick It’s likely you’ve seen senior Brynn Baymiller covered with sequins, dancing with the Sapphires, but there is more about her than what meets the eye. She has been dancing since she was two and competing since she was four. However, she prefers the school dance team over studio dance. “My favorite part about Sapphires is the bond I have with my teammates and performing at football games,” Baymiller said. “Our team is super close and we have a lot of trust in one another. I have 14 built-in best friends and this year I get to lead them as a captain.” Baymiller’s biggest passion is dance. She loves performing at football games during halftime. “It’s really exciting to perform in front of a huge crowd under all the lights,” Baymiller said. She looks up to her school dance coaches, Coach Maggie Willis and Coach Courtney Klepper. “They are like second moms to the team and they do so much for us every day,”
SPOTLIGHT
Baymiller said. Baymiller and senior Josi Frigon have been best friends since they were in eighth grade trying out for the Sapphires together. “She always knows how to cheer me up,” Frigon said. “We can laugh at the same thing together for hours. She is not afraid to have fun and be herself.” Wanting to help others is something Baymiller is passionate about and Spanish teacher Abra House commends her for that. “I think she’s dedicated to whatever she’s doing,” House said. “She’s always positive, always has that sparkle and light about her. If you’re having a bad day and Brynn comes to see you, you feel better.” Baymiller also shows her passion for helping people through her involvement in a Christian organization called YoungLife outside of school. “YoungLife is where high schoolers get together on different nights throughout the week and hangout and talk about life together,” Baymiller said. “It has brought
23
me a lot of great friends and is a great community.” She is also involved in National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society and Young Republicans. Along with these clubs, Baymiller challenges herself academically. lllThis year, she is taking many AP classes including AP Literature, AP Statistics, AP Psychology and AP Biology. She enjoys the challenging concepts she learns in class and the interactivity of them as well. “I’ve been in PEAK and gifted classes since I was in third grade,” Baymiller said. “AP classes allow me to stay in touch with a lot of the same people I have grown up with since elementary school.” After Baymiller graduates, she plans to go to the University of Arkansas or the University of Kansas for Pre-Med. She hopes to go to medical school to study gynecology. “I have a passion for helping women so I think this would be a great job for me,” Baymiller said.
CLASH OF CLASSES
Photo by Kylee Williams
Teachers and students describe what college-level classes are like. Reported by Zahra Khan and Paige Hodges It’s that time of year again. The school year is almost halfway over and winter break creeps closer and closer. Walking into advisory, you see the new class registration form and feel a sense of dread. The question looms in your mind, “Which classes will I sign up for?” Choosing a class is a tough choice, but so is deciding whether or not you want to take an AP or Dual Credit class.
AP
From the course enrollment guide, Advanced Placement (AP) is a program of college-level courses and exams. AP classes are one way students can get college credit and is generally available to juniors and seniors. LHS offers 18 AP classes for students to take, and seven of those are also Dual Credit. At the end of the year, students are given a test that costs about $100. Scores range from one to five. Many colleges will give students credit if they receive a three or above. “If you feel like you are ready to take an AP class, you should definitely take them,” senior Sakif Islam said. “They will help you in college.”
Dual Credit AP is a good choice, but there is still another option: Dual Credit. The school offers 27 dual credit classes altogether. Some AP classes at LHS also offer this. In classes such as AP Biology, students are able to sign up for dual credit. Students sign up for Dual Credit through colleges like Rockhurst, UMKC, Rochester Institute of Technology, New York, University of Central Missouri, Missouri S&T and Metropolitan Community College. Students are given credit hours for taking the class and maintaining a specific grade of a C or above. Dual Credit courses can cost up to $400 but typically give at least three college credit hours. Some students have decided to take both AP and Dual Credit. “I’m actually doing both AP and dual credit since most of my AP classes offer dual credit and I want to use any opportunity to get those hours,” junior Lauren Brookins said. “Some colleges don’t take AP or vice versa so I want to be prepared for that.” Although Dual Credit is more expensive than the $100 AP exam, Dual Credit doesn’t give you credit based on your score on one test, but from your overall grade in that Dual Credit class.
Seniors Jacob Jimenez and Dalton Peterson and junior Katie Martin work hard in AP Language and Composition one page at a time.
24
INDEPTH
The Value of College-Level Courses Sometimes students choose their classes based on their grades, but when deciding whether on not to take a college-level course, think about why you wouldn’t take the class. If it is because of the fear driven by the possibility of a lower grade, imagine how those classes can benefit you, aside from how it will affect your GPA. “Students should take AP and Dual Credit classes because they want to challenge themselves, because they want to prepare for college and because they want to set themselves apart when it comes to applications for college admissions and scholarships,” Dr.
By the numbers...
18 AP and 27 Dual Credit classes
Rosemary Camp said. “Students who have taken a rigorous slate of courses while in high school are better prepared for college and often are more highly sought after in the college admissions process.” Although the benefits of AP and Dual Credit are very important, the skills and experiences you can gain are even more valuable to your future. “I believe a student should take a dual credit course for two major reasons. One, to provide an opportunity to get college credits while still in high school, for a considerably cheaper price point. Two, because it will build the skills for success, for any student going on to post-secondary education,” College Chemistry and AP Chemistry teacher Stuart Jorgensen said. If students are interested in AP or Dual Credit classes, they can ask a trusted adult for guidance, whether that be a counselor, advisor, or favorite teacher. “I feel like the staff at the school does a good job at letting students know what they are getting into, especially teachers,” senior Mustafa Mohammad-Amin said.
Continued to pages 26 and 27
60.3% 13.8% 13.8% 5.2% 6.9% Why do you take college-level classes? 58 students responded College credit Experience Both experience and credit I don’t know For the challenge Photo by Chrystian Noble
Right: Senior David Tucker is in the zone as he powers through a worksheet in AP Language and Composition. Left: Seniors Riley Brookins and Mustafa Mohammad-Amin listen in closely as AP Chemistry teacher Stuart Jorgensen lectures.
INDEPTH
25
Photo by Chrystian Noble
Photo by Chrystian Noble
Continued from pages 24 and 25
Misconceptions For years college-level high school courses have been a topic littered with myths. This leaves some students wondering whether they should take those higher level classes. Some students find certain AP and Dual Credit classes to be harder than others, but it all depends on the student’s perception. A misconception about college-level classes students think they must be in as many AP or Dual Credit classes as possible. “I recommend starting off with one or
two and from there gage how many more you can do,” Mohammad-Amin said. “But also think about what you do outside of school since they can be hefty on homework.” AP and Dual Credit classes are found to be rigorous compared to regular classes. Students in those classes sometimes find themselves overwhelmed. “I feel like a lot of students are pressured to take these classes, whether they are ready for them or not and sometimes it’s not the right decision to take one or more classes,” Brookins said. The pressure of college-levels can be
difficult to manage. Even though collegelevel classes may seem impossible, they’re not. Being in those classes helps students prioritize their time to work efficiently. “College-level classes teach you how to study, manage time and work hard. If you’re taking more than one AP class you’re going to be busy and you learn how to prioritize your time,” Mohammad-Amin said. “I think people are just scared of those two letters, A-P. They see that and think of so much work and that they will fail it.”
Comparing Costs Average cost per credit hour for LHS AP Classes*
Average cost per credit hour for LHS dual credit classes**
Average cost per credit hour at University of Missouri for an undergraduate Missouri resident
$33.33
$74.70
$284.80
*Assuming exam is passed.
**Assuming C grade or higher is received. Prices calculated by The Bell staff
Left: AP Chemistry teacher Stuart Jorgensen sees the value in taking college-level classes as a high school student. Right: Senior Katie Moretina works in AP Chemistry, a class that also offers dual credit as an option for students who want college credit, but don’t want to take the AP Exam.
26
INDEPTH
Future Goals The majority of the college level classes lack diversity because certain groups of students are more privy to the information about these classes than others. “Liberty Public Schools is looking to increase the number of students that are taking AP and Dual Credit classes, especially students belonging to minority groups,” Vice Principal Edward Tate said. LHS plans on utilizing advisory to ensure students are getting accurate information about AP and Dual Credit classes. One of the reasons for implementing advisory every week is
because the administrators want students to feel comfortable enough to go to their advisors for advice on topics like AP and Dual Credit. “There are cases where the students are a little afraid, they don’t know if they’re smart enough, but their GPA says otherwise. One of the things I want to do at my time at Liberty High is be that resource, sounding board, or encouragement to get all of our students into Dual Credit or AP courses,” Tate said. “Specifically, I’d like to see more of our minority students in those collegelevel classrooms because I know they’re capable of taking them, I know they’re capable of passing them and I know they’re capable of excelling in them.”
Do you prefer AP or Dual Credit classes? 57 students responded
52.6% 47.4%
AP Dual Credit
View the 2018-2019 Course Planning Guide 1. Go to the LHS Webpage. 2. Go to the Counseling Tab. 3. Click on Planning. 4. Click on the last option on the left: “Course Catalogs & Liberty Pathways.” 5. The bottom of the page has the link to the course guide. Access more information about AP, Dual Credit, and any other courses you may be considering for next school year.
Photo by Chrystian Noble
Seniors Dylan Johnson and Ramsey Davies listen and laugh at their lecture in AP Chemistry. Davies is taking six AP courses this year. “I want to be a competitive candidate for competitive colleges,” Davies said.
INDEPTH
27
LiberTweets
From senior pictures to stuffed sharks, see what LHS tweeted about this month.
Photos by Mara Fryer, Kaleigh McCarthy, Ariana Gonzalez, Grace Buehler and Charlene Nguyen
Liberty High School, the only place where you can carry around a giant stuffed shark and no one even bats an eye.
@Connorof2019
If you don’t do your senior pics at Smoothie King you’re really doing something wrong
@MichaelaBrook17
Oh yeah...that’s burnt popcorn in the 900s... with the culprit teacher Tausha Smith @CoachWern
IT’S TIME. The gloves. The socks. The big sweaters. I have never been more ready.
The new Grinch movie will be the highlight of my year.
@skylerpaigeee
28
@alliej177
LIBERTWEETS
Emo-Gee Whiz It’s time to start a new language revolution. Column by Editor-in-Chief Paige Twenter The English language truly is beautiful. With only 26 characters, we can form 171,476 different words (according to the Second Edition of the Oxford English Dictionary) to add meaning and purpose to our lives. In our digital age, something truly amazing has happened: the invention of emojis. You might know them as “emoticons,” if you’re in one of the older generations that doesn’t know how to get to their photos without going to the camera app.Emojis have caused an upheaval in the way we communicate. Now, rather than yelling at me, my mom just sends me one of the I doubt the most poopular emojis: Egyptians had a hieroglyph for that. Soon, spoken and written language will become obsolete and humans will communicate
Photo by Chrystian Noble
purely through emojis. All of those awkward conversations you never knew how to have? With emojis, never again will you be tongue twisted. Is
it your doctor’s birthday? Send them the classic . Don’t know how to let someone down easily? Tell them straight up: I’ll date you . When emojis entered the digital world, I felt like a in . But once I got comfortable with emoji lingo, communicating is as easy . as Every day, I can always rely on one thing: my dad to make a cringe-worthy dad joke and refer to himself as “dad joke king” in my family group chat with . Don’t ask me why he refers to himself as this, I don’t really know. Have you found yourself about to hit send on a text that might seem a little harsh? No worries! Just slap on the crying laughing face emoji and instantly your words are a harmless joke. Sure, the English language has been in existence for centuries, and spoken language since, well, around 200,000 years ago, but, who needs it? It’s so oldfashioned. Get ready world, the emojis are taking over.
Take the Time to Waste a Moment I can manage the newspaper, but can I manage my time?
Column by Managing Editor Joey O’Kelly
Senior year is all about time. It’s about the time I spend doing what I love, the time I spend with the people I love, and the time that’s endlessly ticking until I leave for college. There is so much I am trying to pack into so little time. There’s Blue Jay sports to go to, homies to hang out with and family dinners to have arguments with my sister at - not to mention the five activities I’m a leader of and the job I have to help me pay for the necessary cups of coffee that push me through all of this. The activities seemed like a good idea at first. Colleges love to see an abundance of extra-curricular activities, especially when you’re the president of half of them. So when the time came to apply for these positions, I thought, “It’s senior year, time to experience things and make things happen.” Oh honey, did I have a big storm coming. Little did I know, the only experiences would be some magical midnight breakdowns and the only things
OPINION
Photo by Mara Fryer
that would happen are the tardies I got for sleeping in or getting coffee – sorry, Oyler. As much as I hated it, I knew there was a clear and obvious solution to my problem. But why would I take the easy way out when I could stress myself out? Yeah, my reasoning wasn’t the greatest. I had so much to keep track of for seven classes and eight clubs, so things
29
slipped through the cracks. I’d miss an officer meeting for a club, forget to do an AP Stats assignment and stay up well past midnight, trying to pull everything together. The anxiety and pressure became more and more, while the energy and motivation became less and less. Everything just kept building up until I realized I couldn’t do this anymore. The advice I had given myself about experiencing things and making things happen during my senior year was true but this was not the way to do it. As much as it pained me, I knew what I had to do. I analyzed my list of activities and decided to give up my leadership role in two of them. It was difficult to give up something I loved but I knew I had to do it for the sake of my mental health. For the rest of the year, I’m trying something new. For the first time, I’m starting to prioritize myself over all of my activities. In the first part of senior year, my motto was “experience something.” Now, I have a new motto in the form of a Kings of Leon song: “Take the time to waste a moment.” So for the rest of the year, that’s where you’ll find me. I’ll be taking the time to do what I love with the people I love, one wasted moment at a time.
DO YOU NEED HELP? Call... Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-TALK
Crisis Text Line text HELLO to 741741 Local Crisis Synergy (816) 741-8700 Mental Health Crisis Hotline 1-888-279-8188
Report anything that makes you or someone you know feel unsafe Report immediately Report anonymously or leave your name Report goes directly to counselors and administrators
You’ll get help right away!
Sprigeo is 24/7 Find it on the LHS Home Page and the Counseling Page
Are college-level classes worth it? Staff Editorial by Paige Hodges
L
HS students are fortunate to go to a school with an endless number of opportunities available, however, those opportunities come with their own set of pressures. Some of the school’s most prized options are Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit classes, which are becoming a controversial topic because of everyone’s different opinions on their value. This leaves many students feeling confused, afraid and and anxious, fueling internal battles on whether or not they should enroll. When The Bell staff asked what teachers thought, their responses were pretty repetitive. Overall, each teacher mentioned that the main benefits of taking AP and Dual credit classes are mentioned in the graphs below.
Bell staff members that are in AP or Dual Credit classes agreed with most of the teachers responses, but they acknowledged the negatives. For example, even with the negatives of AP and Dual credit, students are aware the classes are helping them because they’re gaining experiences and benefits that they wouldn’t otherwise. AP and Dual Credit classes can be difficult and they may lower your GPA, however, a student is depriving themself of a chance to grow. For this reason, the majority of the bell staff concluded that students should take AP and Dual Credit classes because they will be very useful to student’s futures within reason. Therefore, students should take AP or Dual Credit classes that they’re interested in, but be balanced about it - don’t over do it.
Staff Vote Yes: 21 No: 3
Positives of College-Level Classes
20.8% 34%
Improve organization and note-taking methods Experience college in high school Earn college credit ahead of time Take a college course for less money Improve academic resume Helps ability to handle stress
28.3% 17%
We asked the student body: If you are in AP/Dual Credit classes, how many have you taken? 53 students responded
Negatives of College-Level Classes
1-2 classes 3-4 classes 5-7 classes 8 or more classes
Results in more stress Credits differ by college Tests are more challenging Paying for a class in high school
The opinions reflected do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the entire Bell staff. For comments or concerns, email the Opinion editor at joke9534@lps53.org
OPINION
31
Mamma Mia
Photos by Chrystian Noble
Top right: Junior Alex Johnson cheers and raises morale. Top left: Senior Weston Brown proposes to sophomore Sal Bonadonna with a fruit snack. Middle right: Seniors Kelsey Pierce, Lukas Hudson, Jonathan Edens, Sammy Campbell and Jake Kane lead the a traditional warm up. Bottom right: Sophomore Olivia Sherman and senior Lukas Hudson rehearse for “Take a Chance on Me.� Bottom left: Seniors Grace and Sarah Keenan look on as they mentally prepare for their performance.
32
PHOTOS OF THE MONTH
Top: Mamma Mia cast and crew seniors Sammy Campbell, Jake Kane, Grace Keenan, ChloĂŠ Warner, Kate Brandt, Nathan Moon and Weston Brown huddle before their performance. Bottom right: Senior Weston Brown leads warm-up Boom Chicka Boom. Bottom left: Freshman Gabe Baldaia bakes his face with makeup.
PHOTOS OF THE MONTH
33
Photo by Jacob Jimenez
Bookin’ It
Students share their favorite books they read in their ELA classes. Reported by Emma Stauffer
To Kill a Mockingbird “To Kill a Mockingbird”, by Harper Lee tells the story of Scout, a young girl living in 1930 Alabama. The book tackles themes of racism and Photo by Jacob Jimenez discrimination. Sophomore Jackson Herrman, who read it last year, likes it for the lessons it teaches. “All people deserve a chance even if there is bias,” Herrman said. “The theme of innocence, as well, was very inspiring.” Junior Audrey McBride thinks it’s important for students to read this book because of its relevance in today’s society.
“In the midst of police shootings, terrorism, and all types of injustices in today’s society, it is important to put ourselves in other people’s shoes to really understand the challenges that they face on a day-today basis,” McBride said. Photo by Arianna Gonzalez
Lord of The Flies “Lord of the Flies” is another book read freshman year, and is the story of a group of boys stranded on an island, where they must survive. “Lord of the Flies,” by William Golding is packed to the brim with symbolism and important themes that reflect on today’s society in a very real way. This book stood out to junior Jadyn Keu. She not only enjoys
the plot, but the themes of selfishness. “I think it’s important for students to read this book because it shows the human tendency to gain authority and to be selfserving,” Keu said. “This can teach them to look out, protect themselves and prevent the events in the book from happening in their own world.” Senior MaryAnn Johnson enjoys it as well. “It is super interesting how the people react to that situation,” said Johnson. “It’s dark in such a realistic way and it’s written in a very educated way, but nice to follow along.”
34
A&E
Farenheit 451 “Fahrenheit 451,” by Ray Bradbury is a classic that students are required to read in sophomore English class. In the society this book is set in, books are banned and burned. Social interaction is limited and people spend most of their time sitting in front of their television. Although he has only just read it, “Fahrenheit 451” has already become sophomore Ian Wooldridge’s favorite book he has read in school. “It’s almost like a cautionary tale. It explores the decision between conformity and rebellion,” Wooldridge said. “It challenges problems that had never been addressed before, such as government
intervention in the public eye, freedom of speech and media and other great ideas that really resonate with students.” Senior Layne Nichols found “Fahrenheit 451” both intriguing and entertaining, because of how well written it is, and how close to home the society Ray Bradbury describes hits. “In ‘Fahrenheit 451,’ Guy Montag, the main character asks his wife, ‘When was the last time you were truly bothered by something?’ and she doesn’t have an answer,” Nichols said. “They are living in this society where they never have to deal with something they don’t agree with, which is something I see happening now, when I can just block anyone on social media I disagree with and I don’t have to hear what they are saying.”
“I think the skills you get from reading books and doing a literary analysis transfers over into the other reading you do for pleasure,” Library Media Specialist Christine Anderson said. “It helps you explore the characters and get to know them and the motivation behind things they are doing. I think when you develop these skills in class, it makes you a more critical reader and you’ll enjoy your personal choices even more.”
On the Flipside Although many students enjoy the assigned books, many do not. Sophomore Kaylie Davis isn’t a huge fan of assigned reading, despite her enjoyment of reading on her own time. “When I get to pick the book I read, I feel like I get into the book and enjoy it more,” Davis said. “Some people read slower than others so it is hard to finish a book in a certain amount of time.” Sophomore Aimee Wang agrees. “It just seems forced, when a teacher makes you read a book you feel like you have to read it and you don’t enjoy it,” Wang said. “I have not enjoyed a book a teacher has assigned since seventh grade.”
Sophomore Ian Wooldridge Photo by Jacob Jimenez
Photo by Arianna Gonzalez
Note: As most freshmen usually have not read many books in their ELA classes yet, this story only includes the opinions of sophomores through seniors.
A&E
35
How to Make a Friendsgiving
Reported by Sidney Lowry
Halle Dittmer, Jade Rains and Ariana Moran’s Tips to a Great Friendsgiving:
Friendsgiving Festivities Prep Time: 1-2 Weeks Cook Time: 3-6 Hours Friendsgiving is a Thanksgiving, but instead of with family members it is attended by someone’s friends. After having spent an entire semester working hard at school, it is a good time to wind down and spend some quality time with friends. Sophomore Ariana Moran explained it in better terms. “You and your friends get together and make a random Thanksgiving,” Moran said. “It is not a perfect dinner, it is just you and your friends goofing off.”
“Plan,” Dittmer said. Make sure that everyone pitches in, because if they don’t then it will be stressful when you have to cook everything yourself. “Make it fun so that everyone has a part they can participate in,” Dittmer said. “Find people that you feel really close with and
trust and invite them,” Rains said. “Just enjoy each other’s presence and be thankful to have each other in their lives.” “Don’t try and make everything perfect,” Moran said. “I feel when it happens in the moment it is more fun than planning everything out.” Photo by Jacob Jimenez
Photo by MaryAnn Johnson
Left to right: Seniors Alex Schultze, Morgan Pohle, Rob Watt, Hannah Ollier, Lauren Bahr, Amanda McKillip, Chloe Warner, Liam Arciga and Nicole Kitchell feast on Wendys during lunch in their own unique version of Friendsgiving.
36
A&E
You’re Invited! Though Friendsgiving is for friends to get together to show that they are thankful for each other, sophomore Jade Rains thinks that others can be invited too. “Friendsgiving is for everyone,” Rains said. “Invite the people you maybe aren’t as close with. By inviting they feel accepted and welcome.” Photo by MaryAnn Johnson
Timing
Junior Halle Dittmer has participated in Friendsgiving for the past two years. She suggests planning your date in advance. Most Friendsgiving
events happen before or after Thanksgiving day, but timing can be unique to your friend group depending on who throws it and who attends.
Photo by Jacob Jimenez
Directions
1. Plan everything out: Who is coming? Where is the
dinner going to be? What day is it happening? “First you might want to plan out what you are doing and when you are doing it,” Rains said. “Also plan which friends are coming, because people usually can’t do it on Thanksgiving day.
2.
Cook all the food: Dittmer has tried to find different recipes for her Friendsgiving dishes, but only one of them has what she truly is looking for. “I recommend Pinterest,” Dittmer said. Going into detail about what the cooking portion entails, she gave a play-by-play. “You need to get all the ingredients together. Everyone should go shopping for it and bring the things they need for the recipe they chose,” Dittmer said. “You need to start pretty early because you want to have it and make it before so it is ready to eat.
3.
Disconnect from technology: “Today everyone is obsessed with technology. Everyone is obsessed with their
A&E
phones and Friendsgiving is a day to be thankful, not to tweet ‘Hey, we are having a friendsgiving,’” Rains said. “You should just disconnect from the internet and enjoy the people you have around you.”
4.
Eat, and don’t forget dessert: After spending all that time on Pinterest trying to find recipes and then cooking the dishes, it is finally time to eat. But there is one more thing that has to be at the perfect Friendsgiving. You have to have dessert. Moran has one special dessert that she has to have in order to call her Friendsgiving a success. “Bring a lot of pie. Pumpkin pie to be specific,” Moran said. “One time I had 12 friends come and eight of them brought pumpkin pies. It was awesome.”
5.
Do an activity after: After feasting on the delicious food that everyone made, do something fun after. You can watch a movie, play a game, listen to music or go shopping. It doesn’t have to be super active. Moran sums that up in one phrase. “Just be lazy,” she said.
37
Spice It Up Reviewed by Danny Johnston Photos by Chrystian Noble and Mara Fryer
A REVIEW OF THE BEST (AND WORST) PUMPKIN SPICE TREATS
Pumpkin Bread I have only tried a pastry from Starbucks once in my life and from what I can remember it was a good experience. Sadly, I cannot say that for this pumpkin bread. Although it was dense and moist, the flavor train was nowhere to be seen.
Despite it being called pumpkin bread, the only thing I could taste was banana for some strange reason although there was no banana in the bread at all. It tastes as if someone left a banana in the fridge next to a pumpkin pie for a month then used that banana to make bread. But if you like bananas like I do then this pumpkin bread is calling your name.
Pumpkin Scone I have never had a scone before and I don’t know if I ever will again. This delicious looking treat looked a lot better than it tasted. My taste buds must be out of whack because this scone lacked all the flavor in the world. The only thing in my head that has a similar taste to this scone is the crust of a pop tart. I don’t blame Starbucks at all, drinks there are a 1 while their pastries on the other hand need some help. If you don’t believe me, you can try them for yourself for only $1.99 at your nearest Starbucks.
38
A&E
QuikTrip
Pumpkin Pie Frosted Flakes I am through the roof about this cereal. I’ve been a huge supporter of Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes for more than 17 years now, and I knew before I even caught a whiff of this cereal that it was going to be a slam dunk. From cinnamon frosted flakes to chocolate frosted flakes, I knew the pumpkin pie rendition would be just as amazing. The flavor of this cereal is dead on, I kid you not when you eat this you will get punched in the face with the sweet taste of pumpkin pie. If you can
Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffin This creative twist on a pumpkin muffin was decent at best. The QuikTrip muffin itself was my favorite part of this whole experience, it was both moist and full of flavor. The cream cheese filling inside the muffin on the other hand was
subpar at best. The filling left my mouth coated with a unpleasant film. It also lacked flavor. I would of preferred this pumpkin muffin with no filling at all. But the silver lining of this whole situation is that you don’t get much cheese filling anyways and the muffin itself is very large, roughly the size of ones palm, for a very affordable price.
Pumpkin Pie Pop-Tarts
Pumpkin Spice Cappuchino Honestly I am not a fan of coffee. I’ll admit I did not have high hopes when it came to trying the QuikTrip pumpkin spice cappuchino. But in all reality, this was the best coffee drink I have ever
A&E
persuade your parents to buy you this cereal I would definitely recommend it. This cereal can turn any stale tasteless monday Morning into a holiday celebration.
I was very confident that this treat was going to be delicious and I once again was 100 percent correct. This Pop-Tart took me back to Thanksgiving. I know for a fact that the person who made this took a whole pumpkin pie and jammed it into my Pop-Tart. Although I personally don’t usually toast my Pop-Tarts, if you
tried in my life. It was only $1.99 for 32 fl oz. Because of the great price and flavor, I’d recommend this drink over the infamous pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks. I would definitely recommend this drink if you either love coffee or pumpkin flavored things. If you like both this drink is for you.
39
were to toast this specific kind, the warmth would take this treat above and beyond. I wish I had a time machine to go back in time and eat this Pop-Tart again, I’m a little upset that I don’t have another one.
Watkins Woolen Mill
Photo by Mercedes Peck
Photo by Morgan Clark
Photo by Mercedes Peck
Photo by Morgan Clark
Photo by Morgan Clark
Photo by Mercedes Peck
About 25 of Julie Miller’s AP and Advanced Studio Art classes ventured out to Walkins Woolen Mill to take pictures focusing on light, architecture, nature, balance and the rule of thirds. “I swear there were ghosts,” junior Mercedes Peck said. “Walking in was eerie and I felt like I captured that in my pictures.”
Flags Flying Solo
Winter Guard talks about their competition season. Reported by Sydni Meyer
Photo by Cahrlene Nguyen
You hear the sound of flags slice through the air as the Winter Guard starts practice. The team accepts about 15 people to be in Winter Guard every year. You don’t have to be in Color Guard to be in Winter Guard, and anyone can tryout for the team.
Senior Mia Shelton made the Winter Guard team and her excitement to work with the team grows as competition season approaches. This is Shelton’s fourth year doing Winter Guard. “I’m most excited to watch the show and
come together over the next couple of months and I definitely look forward to the competitions,” Shelton said. There are five competitions Winter Guard competitions this year that they travel to.
Senior Marissa Ortega and other guard members practice their routines for try outs at South Valley Middle School.
42
SPORTS
big things in the future of this program,” Cannon said. Cannon began coaching at St. Clair high school, and has coached at numerous other schools including Staley, Kearney and Park Hill South high school. “I love the idea of creating something and having people make a connection to it,” Cannon said. “I’ve seen a lot of really amazing pieces over the past few years.”
Photo by Charlene Nguyen
Winter Guard and Color Guard have many similarities, but the Color Guard marches and does competitions and rehearsals with the band. The Winter Guard is not connected with the band. “Competition days usually start very early and we get home late. They are a lot of fun though we usually get to the school where it’s hosted, get ready to perform and after our performance we watch other guards and then go to awards,” Shelton said. There are girls from all grades on the Winter Guard team. Freshman Desiree Odum tried out for her first year and made the team. Odum got interested in Winter Guard because she was also in Color
Guard, so she decided to try Winter Guard. She also hopes she can continue to do Winter Guard in the future. “Competition days can be very long and takes a lot of work but we all get through it,” Odum said. This is Coach Jennifer Cannon’s first year coaching Winter Guard and she is excited to get the new year started. She was in Winter Guard at Missouri State University and fell in love with it. She also hopes that she can share the love of Color Guard and Winter Guard with her two twin daughters. “I love LHS and I’m so fortunate to be a part of this program,” Cannon said. “I am enjoying getting to know the students and building on what was here prior. I see Photo by Hannah Ollier
2018-19 Winter Guard Lauren Bahr Tessa Bisges Madison Boram Alyana Bryant Hanna Davidson
Keeliana Mace Alicia Romanowski Maddie Nofsinger Mia Shelton Isabella Northcutt Isabella Siefkas Desiree Odum Jerri Thomas Marissa Ortega Daisy Woods
Left: Senior Mia Shelton twirls her flag as she trys out for the Winter Guard team. Right: Freshman Desiree Odum and senior Izzy Northcutt stand in formation as they prepare to march into their next move during their tryout routine.
SPORTS
43
Photo by Chrystian Noble
A Bump Up Women’s Volleyball players bond as they reach their season goals. Reported by Victoria McCoy The Women’s Volleyball team wrapped up their season with a run in the districts. In the first district game Liberty won 25 to 11 in the first set and 25 to 13 in the second set. Their next game was against Kearney where they won 25 to 23 in both sets. After spending their season studying St. Teresa’s Academy for their last game in the districts, they barely lost.
“At the beginning, we started off as a quiet team and we were playing as individuals,” senior Kate Schmidt said. “We started to mesh together and to have a lot more communication while we were on the court. ” Creating a tight-knit team can be a challenge. There can be some disagreements. The team gets to know
each other through a sleepover before their season starts and soon the team becomes inseparable. “At the beginning, we could barely trust each other and at the end, we could read each other like a book,” senior Lauren Tali said. “We’re all like sisters and I would call them my family. I would call on those girls anytime I was in a situation where I
The Varsity team’s recent success at districts has helped their connection as a team and left them to think about the root of their achievements. “At the beginning, we could barely trust each other and at the end, we could read each other like a book,” senior Lauren Tali said. “We were all like sisters and I would definitely call them my family. I would call on those girls anytime I was in a situation where I needed help.”
44
SPORTS
needed help.” The trip to Florida for a tournament was towards the beginning of the season when the team barely knew each other. It brought them closer and taught them the skills they would need for the season. “We played teams we had never heard of when we went to Florida,” junior Meghan Schneider said. “When we came back we were prepared for the teams we already knew.” During the trip to Florida the team played a couple of games every morning and spent the rest of their time at Universal Studios and team dinners. Once they got back to their hotel rooms they would catch up on homework and spend time with each other while watching movies. After the team arrived home, the preparation for the upcoming season began and the team continued to grow. “With each game, we learned a little bit more about each other and the things that worked for the team,” coach April Fleming said. “Some of the skills and strategies we worked on perfecting translated into the next game.” Through their strong start to the Volleyball season and team building, the team made their way up to districts. Others can see the struggle and preparation that the varsity team went through to make their way to the top. “I didn’t play in districts, but I felt like it was a lot of hard work and dedication they had to put in,” freshman Rebecca Wright said. “There was never an off moment and they were in it the whole way.” At the end of the Volleyball season, the team raised money for Dig for a Cure, an organization where all of the proceedings are set aside to help find a cure for breast cancer. A website and raffles were put up to help raise money. Through this fundraiser, the team raised $1,700, which is more than they have ever raised before. Liberty and Liberty North then played against each other. Liberty won the game with 25 to 17 in their first set and 25 to 20 in the second. “It made us step out and look at the situation. We thought about how fortunate we were to be able to play volleyball,” Schneider said. “Playing for people who couldn’t was reiterated through practice and this humbled us. ”
Photo by Chrystian Noble
Junior Meghan Schneider
Schneider helps her team through positivity and dedication. She is confident the team has the potential to go even farther next year. Reported by Sidney Lowry and Amelia Hasan Coach April Fleming “She is the setter for our volleyball team. The setter is kind of like the quarterback on the football team, she touches the ball probably more than anybody else. Her position is extremely important to us winning.”
Teammate junior Elizabeth Stepp “She brings a lot of positivity, encouragement and she makes sure to say something to every person on the court between every play. She really helps people feel more confident.”
Meghan Schneider “I will be playing in college, I love high school volleyball. I love the girls and the coaches. Coming to the gym every single day after school is a really good stress reliever. I also love winning the championships and the tournaments.” Photo by Ashley Ritter
Sophomore Bailee Middleton, junior Lauren Hiestand, sophomore J’nai Moultrie and junior Sydney Cannon wait anxiously as their next drill commences, further prepping them for future tournaments and games. “With each game, we learned a little bit more about each other and the things that worked for the team,” coach April Fleming said. “We figured out what needed to be worked on in practice and once we are done with practice some of the things we fixed translated into the next game.”
SPORTS
45
SPORTS CALENDAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 24 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 31
DEC Girls Basketball 12.1 Varsity
6 p.m.
@ LHS
12.4 JV
TBD
@ Kearney
12.5 JV Varsity
TBD TBD
@ Kearney @ Olathe East
12.7 Varsity
7 p.m
@ Staley
12.10 Varsity
7 p.m.
@ St Teresa’s
12.27 Varsity
TBD @ Rockwood Summit
12.28 Varisty
TBD @ Rockwood Summit
12.29 Varsity
TBD @ Rockwood Summit
Boys Basketball 12.1 Varsity
8 p.m.
@ LHS
12.3 JV
5:30 p.m.
@ LHS
12.4 JV Varsity
5:30 p.m 7 p.m.
@ Fort Osage @ Fort Osage
12.18 JV Varsity
5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.
@ Staley @ Staley
12.21 JV Varsity
5:30 p.m 7 p.m.
@ LHS @ LHS
Wrestling Girls Swim & Dive 12.4 Varsity/JV
4:30 p.m
@ LCC
12.11 Varsity/JV
6 p.m.
@ LCC
12.18 Varsity/JV
6 p.m.
@ LCC
12.28 Varsity
10 a.m.
@ BS South
46
12.4 Varsity/JV
6 p.m.
@ LHS
12.18 Varsity/JV
6 p.m.
@ LHS
12.20 Varsity
6 p.m.
@ Park Hill
12.21 Varsity
TBD
@ HyVee Arena
12.22 Varsity
TBD
@ HyVee Arena
SPORTS
Last...
But Not Least Pamela Koch
Biology Teacher and Head Girls Tennis Coach Last Perfect Day Off
The last day of summer: a long bike ride, a nap and not going to work.
Last Moment of Bliss
Every weekend I think is blissful. I like spending time with friends, family and pets. I like family dinners. The type where you aren’t rushed, the day is ending and you actually have time to relax.
Last Time You Were Impressed
I was impressed with our girls tennis season. We graduated top of our lineup and we had some girls that really jumped in the ladder this year. They won conference and that’s huge for us. We won districts and had a four-hour dual for sectionals. We had three girls medal at State. It was not expected from the beginning, but it all happened.
Last Time You Laughed
Everyday at school. My fellow teachers and my lunch group make me laugh. Students make me laugh sometimes, too.
Last Time You Were Moved to Tears
I watched a sad show last night. It was ‘911’ and there was a sad part about a child who had a disease and it was close to home. Made me cry.
Last Superstition
My daughter likes to pick up coins if it has the heads up, so now I pick up coins if the head’s up.
Last Piece of Advice
Enjoy life. Everyday is a gift.
Reported by Amelia Hasan
LAST BUT NOT LEAST
47
Photo by Hannah Ollier
$3.00 OFF Lunch
With Purchase of 2 Entrees & 2 Drinks NOT VALID WITH OTHER OFFERS. EXPIRES 12/30/18
$4.00 OFF Dinner
With Purchase of 2 Dinners & 2 Drinks NOT VALID WITH OTHER OFFERS. EXPIRES 12/30/18
290 S. 291 Hwy. Liberty MO 816-792-2737
CALL AHEAD FOR CARRY OUT
1151 Orchard Ave, Liberty, MO 64068 (816) 781-1510
JOIN TODAY! (816) 210-0661 http://www.scrumptiouscateringkc.com/
“This isn’t your normal coffee shop. This is The Nest. We’re one of a kind!”
Open from 7:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.