June 2015 Volume 9, Issue8

We're in the home stretch of this school year, as hard to believe as that is! We're immersed in state testing and transitioning in our new 6th graders while we prepare our 8th graders for their Freshman year of high school. Hayes Freedom and Camas High Schools are receiving a bright, quirky group of 8th graders that we will dearly miss! They're currently in the midst of their culminating project, Constitutional Issue Debates, which will prepare them well for their Senior Projects.

Our administrative team has visited all current 5th graders to share information about Liberty and answer questions, and we held two parent meetings last week. We have provided links to video of those sessions here for those unable to attend. On Tuesday we welcomed those students to an orientation at Liberty, including more Q & A time, a tour, and an assembly with our incoming Lions from Lacamas Heights, Woodburn, and Helen Baller.

Our final celebrations of the year include our 9th annual Paw Party on Monday, June 15 and our Awards and Talent Show on Tuesday, June 16. The Paw Party includes our rental of the Liberty Theater (for 8th graders) and the Camas Pool (for all). Parents are welcome to attend either or both of these events, and in fact we could use as much help as we can get for the Paw Party!

It has been an amazing year for Liberty, with national, state, and local awards. Our passionate and talented staff and your scholars make this possible.

Thanks for sharing them with us!

Marilyn Boerke, Principal

5th Grade Parent Meeting- AMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhwb7rEpUAg

5th Grade Parent Meeting- PMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beghE7eZYTo

Liberty Middle School 1612 NE Garfield . Camas, WA 98607 http://schools.camas.wednet.edu/liberty

From our Principal…Marilyn Boerke

Principal, Ext. 78175

Gary MollerAssociate Principal,

Ext. 78433

Stephen BaranowskiDean of Students, Ext. 79183

Bob FosterAthletic Director, Ext. 78187

Annie SumpterAdministrative Asst.,

Ext. 78123

Melissa McGuffinFiscal Secretary, Ext. 78168

Gail SoohooRegistrar, Ext. 78047

Penny Harlan, Athletics &Activities Secretary,

Ext 79919

Donna FullmerHealth Assistant, Ext. 78502

Molly Ndoloum, RN, MSNHealth Services, Ext. 75746

Emily FitchA-L Counselor, Ext. 75516

Billie Jo McEathronM-Z Counselor, Ext. 78128

Glenn HartmanIntervention Specialist,

Ext. 78407

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Please be aware of your lunch account balance. All charges must be paid prior to the last day

of school. If you have questions, please contact your cashier or the Nutrition

Services Office at 360-833-5768.

Wed, May 27th 6:00pm: Cheerleader/Parent meeting @CHS Career Center

Thurs, May 28th 2-7:00pm: 6/7/8 District Track Meet AWAY @McKenzie Stadium

Fri, May 29th: Flower Power Spirit Day! Wear your Tie-Dye and Birkenstocks!

Fri, May 29th 2:45-4:00pm: Festival Themed ALL SCHOOL DANCE! It’s FREE!

Mon, June 1st 2:45-4:30pm: Cast of musical viewing and awards event-Choir rm

Tues, June 2nd 6-7:00pm: Girls' Cross Country Informational Meeting - Commons

Wed, June 3rd 10:00am-4:00pm: Jr. Rose Parade - 7th & 8th Grade Bands

Thurs, June 4th 8:00am-2:45pm: 8th Grade Debate Day!

Fri, June 5th 1:30-2:30pm: 8th Grade Assembly w/Skyridge

Fri, June 5th 2:30-4:00pm: 8th Grade Dance w/Skyridge

Tues, June 9th 7-8:00pm: Band Concert

Wed, June 10th 5-6:00pm: 6th Grade Ancient Market Preview Night - Classrooms

Thurs, June 11th 7-8:00pm: Choir Concert

Mon, June 15th: PAW PARTY!!!

Tues, June 16th: Awards Assembly and Talent Show

Tues, June 16th: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!! *(Make up day for May 13th)

Upcoming Events

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The Dean’s Corner We are coming up on our very last month of school for the 2014-15 school year. 

Many parents are looking for opportunities to continue their child’s learning beyond the last bell on June 16th, as their students begin to settle in to their summer routines. Three great avenues exist (as well as many others) as opportunities for our learners to continue their progress academically over the summer. One is our Camas Community Education programming that is run through the Camas School District. The Community Ed website (http://schools.camas.wednet.edu/communityed/) details camps and classes that can keep your child involved throughout the summer months. Another great activity is the summer reading program put on through the Camas Public Library. Information about this program can be found on their website (http://www.ci.camas.wa.us/index.php/camaspubliclibrary) or at the library itself. Lastly, another great option is online learning.  Educational websites (such as www.khanacademy.com) have become invaluable in their curriculum and support, while also being engaging for our digital native students. Overall, we have had a tremendous year here at Liberty, and our hope is that each of our learners will continue to explore and challenge themselves throughout the summer. 

Enjoy the sunshine, and Go Lions!

Mr. BaranowskiIf you are on Instagram or Twitter,follow us! @GoLibertyLions.

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BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING

Monday – Friday (some Saturdays) August 24th – October 3rd

3:00 - 4:30 PM Fee: $40

Coaches: Troy Hull, Jenna Jenkins, Stephanie Gray Class code: #4080-15

Middle school age boys from Camas are invited to participate in this inaugural fall running season.

Practices will be after school at Liberty Middle School. Parents of Skyridge students will need to arrange for transportation. Races will be on Fridays and some Saturdays. Tentative race locations: Camas, Portland, Seaside, and Albany. Fee includes a racing singlet (tank top). Bring water, wear

shorts & running shoes. No prior running experience required. Sign-ups end July 1.

For more information contact Troy Hull at 360-903-2784 or hullteam@comcast.net or pay online at camascommunityed.org

Cut Here � ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Register online at www.camascommunityed.org OR mail registration form to:

Camas Community Education – 841 NE 22nd Ave. Camas, WA 98607 360- 833-5544

Student’s Name:

Parent’s Name:

School: Grade:

Phone: # Phone # Work #

Email Address:

Code Class Title Fee #4080-15 Boys Middle School Cross Country Running $40 $

Total Enclosed: $

has my permission to participate in this CCE activity. I understand the Community Education program does not provide insurance. I certify that my child is physically and mentally able to participate in this activity. I, intending to be legally bound, waive and release my rights and claims for damages I may accrue against any and all sponsors of this activity. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Office Use: Cash/ Check # Entered by:

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Summer Time Collections

Thanks for a great school year Liberty Lions! We earned $387 this school year from the Box Tops for Education™ program. You can still help our school by collecting Box Tops this summer. For a list of participating products, go to BTFE.com. Clip the Box Tops, keep them in a safe place, and turn them in next school year. We will be having a Grade vs. Grade competition for the 2015/2016 school year. The winning grade will earn a pizza party at the end of the year, so start collecting now and get a head start. Remember to put your student name and grade on the envelope/baggie to get credit for the competition. Only non-expired Box Tops will count. Have a great break! Kelli Johnson Box Top Coordinator HAVE A

GREAT

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Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa First & Last Day of Classes1 2 3 4 1 2 School Holiday or Other Non-Student Attendance Day

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 912 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 1619 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ELEMENTARY EARLY RELEASE DAYS: K-5 at 1:10 PM26 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa First Day of Classes Sept 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 Labor Day Sept 7

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 State Inservice Day Oct 99 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 K-5 Early Release for Parent/Teacher Conf. Oct 26 - 30

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Veterans Day Holiday Nov 1123 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 Thanksgiving Nov 25 - 2730 31 Winter Break Dec 21 - Jan 1

Martin Luther King Day Jan 18Grading Day Jan 25

Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa Presidents' Day Holiday Feb 12 & 151 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Spring Break April 4-8

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Memorial Day Holiday May 3013 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Last Day of Classes June 1520 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 27 28 29 30 31

Late Start Dates for Camas High, Liberty and Skyridge Middle SchoolsSeptember 23 & 24

Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa October 21 & 221 2 3 1 2 November 18 & 19

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 January 6 & 711 12 13 14 15 16 17 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 February 3 & 418 19 20 21 22 23 24 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 March 2 & 325 26 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 April 20 & 21

Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa 2016 Graduation Dates: CHS - June 10 / HFHS - June 111 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Inclement Weather Make Up Information22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 The first makeup day for school closures due to inclement weather29 30 29 30 31 that occurs on or before January 15, 2016, will be February 12, 2016.

All other makeup days due to inclement weather that occur on or after January 16, 2016, will be added to the end of the school year.

Su M Tu W Th F Sa Su M Tu W Th F Sa1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 State assessment and report card information can be

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 found on your school website, or by contacting the school directly.13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 1820 21 22 23 24 25 26 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Camas School District website address: www.camas.wednet.edu27 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30

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