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Provider of the Quarter – LBHS Cheerleaders

Provider of the Quarter – Liberty-Benton High School Cheerleaders

The Liberty-Benton High School cheer squad was amazing with the Special Olympics pep squad both prior to and during the Celebrity Basketball Game. Never have we seen a group of young women so willing to jump in and teach, while accepting and including the pep squad throughout. LB ensured the Special Olympics squad was included in candid photos, and taught them simple cheers so they could feel more a part of the game. LB cheerleaders demonstrated the true spirit of acceptance and inclusion – which can be very rare in many teenagers.

Congratulations to this wonderful group on being chosen the quarterly Community Partner award winner!

Basic Manufacturing Class – Job Shadowing

One of the unique features of Liberty-Benton High School’s Basic Manufacturing Class Career Network Program is that job shadowing opportunities can be tailored to meet each individual student’s interest. This allows our students to explore various career options and helps them make informed decisions about career pathways. One of our students, Chris Dole, had the opportunity to spend time with Daniel Hutchinson, Asst V.P. Fleet Engineering, of the American Steamship Company (ASC) based in Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Hutchinson shared his passion and knowledge about the shipping industry with Chris. He learned about the important role that lake freighters play in transporting raw materials such as coal, limestone, and iron ore across the Great Lakes as well as how public policy and environmental awareness have impacted the shipping industry. Chris was invited to board the American Mariner to see how these vessels and their mechanicals are maintained in the off season. Additionally, he met key representatives of H Hansen Industries, the maintenance company partnering with ASC to keep their vessels in top shape, and tour their facilities. Chris has been accepted to the Great Lakes Maritime Academy’s Engineer Officer program in Traverse City, Michigan and will begin classes this fall. This experience gave Chris the opportunity to network with people involved in his chosen career field and to see some of the possible jobs available to him after graduation.

LBHS Students of the Month for March

Liberty-Benton High School
Students of the Month for March

Senior Katie Veenstra is active in volleyball, cheerleading, softball, Habitudes, FCA, student council, and is a STRIDES leader. She enjoys attending the high school Bible study group and Gateway life groups, and her favorite class is anatomy. She is looking forward to going to college and meeting new people. Her personal goal is to become a physician assistant so that one day she can help others in need and save lives. Katie is the daughter of Tyler and Kristy Veenstra.

 

Junior Cameron Schroeder enjoys hanging out with friends and family, swimming, and playing with his dog. His favorite classes are pre-calculus and chemistry, and he is active in basketball, soccer, and Habitudes. He is looking forward to going on vacation with his family, and his personal goal is to get into The Ohio State University. Cameron is the son of Tamara and Gary Schroeder.

 

 

Sophomore Derek Puthoff is active in student council, Spanish Club, and the stage crew for the musical. He enjoys playing video games, and his favorite subjects are math and science. He is looking forward to going to Millstream next year, and his personal goal is to earn as many college credits as he can before graduating. Derek is the son of Andrew and Amy Puthoff.

 

 

Freshman Kelsey Hall enjoys playing club volleyball and helping in the nursery at church. Her favorite subjects are English and Spanish, and she is active in volleyball and choir. She is looking forward to graduating with honors, and her personal goal is to maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or above. Kelsey is the daughter of Jeff and Cassie Hall.

 

 

Honorable Mention Nominations:
Seniors
Emileigh Allen
Eliza Brisbin
Kacey Durliat
Solomon Garcia
Corrine Groves
Zoe King
Austin May
Lexi Ostrander
Austin Patrick
Sydney Plesec
Kaylee Puthoff
Brady Shellhammer
Kathryn Smith

Juniors
Dalton Alexander
Emma Fannin
Diego Flores
Hannah Gazette
Tara Gleason
C.J. Hartford
Eli Heaster
Logan Kizer
Brandon Maas
Eleanor Oestreich
Nicolas Petrella
Paige Peplinski
Brooke Slezak
Samantha Shardo
Chloe Wright

Sophomores
Clark August
Tommy Brown
Joey Grubinski
Holly Heck
Reed Hubbuch
Callie Kisseberth
Veronica Kitchen
Michael Kotey
Emma Otley
Alissa Rhodes
Kevin Rickle
Schy Shepherd

Freshmen
Sophie Aschemeier
Caleb Aukerman
Taylor Beck
Morgan Billmaier
Hunter Burkett
Logan Cupp
Elizabeth Eberhard
Lincoln Ebert
Nathan Garcia
Kylie Gioffredo
Race Gorrell
Allison Hooper
Alex Routson
Patrick Streacker
Spencer Wolford

LBHS Staff Member of the Month for March

Liberty-Benton High School
Staff Member of the Month for March

Mr. Jim Snyder is currently in his fourth year as a custodian at Liberty-Benton High School. Mr. Snyder earned his Bachelor of Science degree in physical education and health, graduated from North Baltimore High School, and has lived in Van Buren for the last 34 years.

Jim is married to Sherlyn, and they have a son, Aaron, and a daughter, Kelli. Jim enjoys watching his grandchildren grow up. Mr. Snyder also enjoys working in the school around the students, and his hobbies are fishing and golfing.

Thank you, Mr. Snyder, for all you do!

LBHS Students of the Month for February

Liberty-Benton High School
Students of the Month for February

Senior Hannah Otley is active in volleyball, Fermata the Blue, student council, National Honor Society, and also serves as a STRIDES leader and FCA secretary. Her favorite subject is history, and she is looking forward to attending the University of Findlay to study physical therapy. Her personal goal is to glorify God in all she does. Hannah is the daughter of Bruce and Tricia Otley.

 

 

Junior Evie Stump enjoys baking, running, and shopping, and her favorite subject is history. She is active in cross country, track, student council, and Skills USA. She is looking forward to going to culinary school, and her personal goal is to open her own business. Evie is the daughter of Gene and Jodi Stump.

 

 

Sophomore Maddie Parmelee is looking forward to summer break, and she enjoys spending time with friends. She is active in soccer, basketball, and is a STRIDES leader. Her personal goal is to graduate with a 4.0 grade point average. Maddie is the daughter of Ray and Nikki Parmelee.

 

 

 

Freshman Elliott Veenstra enjoys fishing and spending time with friends. He is active in FCA, baseball, cross country, basketball, and choir, and his favorite subject is geometry. He is looking forward to having a good baseball season, and his personal goals are to always do his best and be humble. Elliott is the son of Tyler and Kristy Veenstra.

 

 

Honorable Mention Nominations:

Seniors
Kacey Durliat
Mason Greer
Megann Hohman
Lexi Ostrander
Austin Patrick
Sydney Plesec
Will Poling
Brady Shellhammer
Alice Thomas
Katie Veenstra

Juniors
Kailea Altman
Ryan Bell
Jasmine Dietelbach
Diego Flores
Tara Gleason
Logan Kizer
Paige Peplinski
Jacob Reindel
Paige Rickle
Grace Schlumbohm
Cameron Schroeder
Samantha Shardo
Brooke Slezak
Darien Smaltz
Tristen Spence

Sophomores
Bryce Ajala
Shane August
Avery Ayers
Braydon Beucler
Tommy Brown
Sydney Crossman
Olivia Deitering
Collin Gaerke
Veronica Kitchen
Alissa Rhodes
Kevin Rickle
Mallory Schloemp
Becky Wilkins

Freshmen
Jason Alford
Ethan Altman
Sophie Aschemeier
Dru Baker
Lincoln Ebert
Kylie Evans
Noah Lyon
Lauren Smith
Patrick Streacker
Taylor Ward

Liberty-Benton Designated Purple Star District

I am pleased to announce that Liberty-Benton High School has received the Purple Star designation from the Ohio Department of Education. We acknowledge the outstanding commitment that military families make in serving our great nation. We are here to applaud and support them in any way we can throughout the educational process. I would like to recognize Mr. Chad Marzec, a Purple Heart recipient in his own right, as being instrumental in helping Liberty-Benton High School receive this designation.

Sincerely,
Mark Kowalski

LBHS Students of the Month for October 2017

Senior A.J. Dobbins is active in football, baseball, wrestling, Habitudes, and National Honor Society. His favorite classes are history and math, and he enjoys going to the lake with his family and hanging out with friends. He is looking forward to finishing high school and going on to college, and his personal goal is to keep a 4.0 GPA for the rest of the year. A.J. is the son of Bill and Lisa Dobbins.

 

Junior Savanah Richards is looking forward to going to college, and her favorite class is chemistry. She is active in basketball, soccer, Habitudes, National Honor Society, and is a STRIDES leader. She enjoys hanging out with her friends, and her personal goal is to graduate with a 4.0 GPA. Savanah is the daughter of Greg and Jodi Richards.

 

 

Sophomore Cody Collert enjoys spending time with his family, and his favorite subject is math. He is active in football and track, and he is looking forward to high school graduation. His personal goals are to graduate with honors and attend college. Cody is the son of Jessica and Jason Collert.

 

 

Freshman Taryn Green is active in marching band, cross country, Z-Club, FCA, and student council. She enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with her whole extended family. Math and Spanish are her favorite classes, but she loves chemistry, reading, and writing. She is looking forward to a mission trip this summer to the Dominican Republic, and her personal goals are to maintain all A’s through high school and earn an academic scholarship. Taryn is the daughter of Kelly and Rebecca Green.

 

Honorable Mention Nominations for October Included:

Seniors
Eliza Brisbin
Cierra Espinoza
Mackenzie Fiore
Rafael Naranjo Garcia
Solomon Garcia
Hunter Haws
Ben Heck
A.J. Kanable
Amaya Mars
Austin May
Sydney McMonigal
Cameron Motter
Lexi Ostrander
Hannah Otley
Sydney Plesec
Will Poling

Juniors
Noah Aschemeier
Ryan Bell
Molly Boney
Jasmine Dietelbach
Mitchell Estep
Diego Flores
Andrew Grimm
Chloe Jones
Logan Kizer
Brandon Maas
Paige Peplinski
Grace Schlumbohm
Darien Smaltz
Eryka Smith
Adriana Stewart

Sophomores
Brian Ajala
Bryce Ajala
Tommy Brown
Savannah Crossman
Holly Heck
Maddie Parmelee
Alexis Ponx
Kevin Rickle
Marshall Rose
Schy Shepherd
Gabi Smith
Mia Trevino
Becky Wilkins

Freshmen
Sophie Aschemeier
Hailey Balicki
Cora Brickman
Luke Broerman
Connor Clagg
Robbie Crossman
Logan Cupp
Elizabeth Eberhard
Lincoln Ebert
Kylie Gioffredo
Mary Holley
Tyler Knestrick
Maya Rickle
Jada Siebeneck
Trey Stanton
Kyler Wright