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The Patriot Press

Forum for student expression since 1977

The Patriot Press

Liberty Patriots’ claim to fame

Allison Rafert, Opinion Editor December 15, 2017

When picturing a celebrity, most of us imagine someone on a distant concert stage decorated in expensive clothing with hundreds of fans screaming at their feet—not our 48-year-old uncle. But for some...

Three girls participate in Liberty’s wrestling program

Caitlyn Croppi, News Editor December 15, 2017

This year, three girls - one returner and two new - joined the wrestling team, a sport that has primarily been male-dominated. The wrestling team is a perfect example of true Patriot spirit, accepting...

Making a difference: Liberty students better Issaquah community

Emily Bassett, News Editor December 15, 2017

Imagine this scenario. You need more volunteer hours for Honor Society, and you’ve already scared all your neighbors away from your free lawn-mowing “business”. You start scouring Google in an effort...

BP Profile: Sentimental kid

December 15, 2017

You’ve always been the sentimental type. Throughout your youth, you obsessively scrapbooked and made sure to collect the signatures of every single kid in your grade for your yearbook. As you’ve...

BP Profile: Skiing kid

December 15, 2017

After water skiing every day of the summer, you eagerly count the days until the first snow falls. You walk through the hallways every day, fully decked out in your ski gear. Your classmates have learned...

Preventing cancer, one hair at a time

Millen Khangura, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

Frizzy beard hairs, sharp mustaches, and bushy beards make up No-Shave November and Movember. Despite the popularity of these practices, many people do not know the meanings or purposes of these two different...

Former Liberty gymnasts become new coaches

Nikayla Copenhaver, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

Five years ago, Tia Riley and Hannah Bergam were the co-captains of the Liberty gymnastics team.  Now, they are the co-coaches, and their goal is to build a team strong enough to go to State. Riley...

Backpage Advice: Last minute college essay ideas

December 15, 2017

Many high school seniors procrastinate on writing their college application essays. It can be stressful thinking of the perfect topic to write about. But don’t worry! The Backpage has put together a...

Turf Turds: rubber demons from hell

Nikayla Copenhaver, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

Turf, turf turds, rubber, black bits--whatever you call them, you probably see them everywhere.  For us athletes, we know especially how annoying these pesky little things can be, and just how far into...

Starbucks under fire for controversial cups

December 15, 2017

The month of November had just begun, but people were already complaining about the hidden meaning behind Starbucks’ holiday-themed cups. The conspiracy this time? Starbucks is pushing the gay agenda...

Cybersecurity is in the hands of Patriots

Macee Vadney, Assistant News Editor December 15, 2017

Imagine taking on the position of a newly hired IT professional. Your goal is to manage the network of a small company. You have a six hour time limit. Ready, set, go! Liberty High School has entered...

A new art club for new students

Nathan Jackson, Editor In Chief December 15, 2017

Last year, Art Club was disbanded because its advisor, Annie Cooper, went on maternity leave. However, with her return (and students’ help), Art Club is back. “We knew that we wanted Art Club back,...

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