This morning, Sept. 16, several students and their families reported concerning messages circulating via text messages and social media of a potential threat of violence at several schools on a list, which included a Liberty Middle School.

Upon hearing of the potential threat, the district and Liberty Police Department, immediately began an investigation, which quickly determined the threat was noncredible, originating from a list of out-of-state schools that were targeted for educational improvement and spread via social media.

“Safety is the top priority for Liberty Central School District. We thank those who reported their concerns. We take every report seriously,” Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan said.

The district reminds students that if they see a threat they should report as soon as they see it via Anonymous Alerts or to a trusted adult, and they should never share it via social networks or text messages.

Starting Monday, Sept. 16, parents and guardians will begin receiving notifications via ParentSquare if their child is absent from school.

They will receive a text or an email notification in regards to their child’s absence. If the text or email cannot be delivered, the parent will automatically receive a phone call.

An advantage of signing up for ParentSquare is that notes can be submitted through the ParentSquare App or website. The absence notification can be found on the alerts button at the bottom of the app or on the left hand side of the webpage. For more details on how to access the notifications, visit ParentSquare’s help page here.

Submitting the note is as easy as 1, 2, 3. (images are only for reference)

1. Click Send Note to School.
   
2. Enter the reason for the absence and click Submit.
3. The note will be sent immediately to the school’s attendance office.

If the parent or guardian hasn’t yet registered for ParentSquare, they must send the reason for the absence via email to centralregistration@libertyk12.org  or send in a physical note with their child to be turned into the school’s main office or with the child’s teacher or homeroom teacher.

For more information and instructions on how to sign up for ParentSquare, visit the ParentSquare page on our website.

Liberty Central School District recently welcomed Randy Kleingardner as the district’s director of facilities.

Kleingardner, who began in his role in late August, has been involved in the building construction and building maintenance industries for more than 45 years. He has worked in all positions of project management and building renovations; being responsible from start to finish and budgets from small to large scale. He owned and operated a successful maintenance and excavating company.

He  was born and raised in Liberty and has lived here for most of his life.  He and his wife own a successful local restaurant and bar.

He said he is looking forward to making the Liberty schools a great place to attend and to work.

Liberty families are invited to attend a free event, ALIVE AGAIN, for veterans, service members, first responders and their families, on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Hurleyville Performing Arts Center.

The event is a collaboration between STEAM Fund (Siegel Trust Enriching Arts & Music), ATI (Action Toward Independence) and HPAC. It’s goal is to help bring attention to the well-being and growth of those who serve.

The featured presentation will be by singer-songwriter and trauma survivor Theresa Sareo. There will also be a healthy habits session by Beth and Scott Bierko, singer-songwriters and teaching artists who have presented several programs at Liberty schools.

The day will begin with registration and a continental breakfast at 9:30 a.m, followed by the Bierkos’ and Sareo’s presentations. There will be a Q&A session, with lunch served before the event ends at 2 p.m. Throughout the event, local organizations will man informational booths. Goody bags will be provided and raffles will also take place.

Admission is free but registration is required at the HPAC website or by calling 846-985-4722