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The Patriot Press

Forum for student expression since 1977

The Patriot Press

Forum for student expression since 1977

The Patriot Press

Punctuality is prominently preferred

Ian Page, Senior Writer November 26, 2014

This thanksgiving I am especially thankful for the teachers this year for updating skyward and entering grades promptly and correctly. I don’t mean to call out any teachers or make it seem like this...

Our new building is more than its flaws

Hannah Matson, Design Editor November 26, 2014

At times, Liberty students can’t be satisfied—give us a brand-new school and we complain that the floors are bare concrete covered with paint stains.  Cover the concrete with tile, and you’ll never...

A good time to give thanks for Patriot Pride

Grant Rayfield, Online Editor November 26, 2014

“I used to wake up dreading going to school,” my friend Kate told me.  “I knew that I would be bullied between classes, and that teachers would always side against me if I got sent to the office...

Thanks Windows!

Gabby Messina, Staff Writer November 26, 2014

The old building, or dungeon, was lacking in many areas, but perhaps the most serious ailment was the lack of windows. Students and faculty members would walk to the lower levels only to feel as if they...

The Importance of DECA at Liberty

Ellie Hohensinner, News Editor November 26, 2014

DECA is an important organization and group at Liberty, and should be recognized and thanked for its existence and representation of the student body. The organization does more than just run the student...

We are blessed for a lack of mess

Drew Brady, Senior Writer November 26, 2014

A high school obviously produces its fair share of waste: recyclables, compost, garbage, litter, not to mention the other forms of waste we produce in porcelain receptacles. Somehow, we don’t have mountains...

The Importance of Patriot Perseverance

Connor Cherry, Backpage Editor November 26, 2014

Thanksgiving is a magical time in America.  We all sit down with our families and loved ones, feast on massive amounts of Turkey, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, watch a football game, give thanks for what...

Thank you, English Department

Claire Good, News Editor November 26, 2014

As a senior graduating this year, a significant portion of my daytime pondering surrounds the end of my mandated public education. I have come to realize that I have a lot to be grateful for concerning...

Mr. Tanner Brings New Life to Band

Christine Chappelle, Photography Editor November 26, 2014

Life without Band Director Jared Tanner would B flat. Actually though, our bands would not be as in tune. Besides helping us learn how to correctly balance each individual instrument’s air stream...

A good stretch

Betsy Faris, Staff Writer November 26, 2014

It’s been about an hour and a half. Your legs are cramping after trying to find the perfect comfortable position, you tried almost every position from crossing your legs to folding them underneath yourself,...

Kudos to Kiwanis Key Clubbers

Anne Wu, Senior Writer November 26, 2014

I am thankful for Key Clubbers who, in the midst of balancing academics and family life, make time to volunteer and give back to the community. Their passion for helping others is contagious, cultivating...

An Ode to My Addiction

Anna Malesis, Managing Editor November 26, 2014

It is a relentless itch in the back of my mind. I think about it constantly: waiting, wondering, anticipating. It drives my every move. I need it. All of my friends need it. We all need to know. It...

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