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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

The commercialized corruption of Christmas

Mia Oliver, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

I walk into Target, greeted by huge signs advertising holiday sales. Making my way down the aisles, I’m attacked by heaps of wrapping paper, extravagant bows, and rolls of ribbon. I find myself quietly...

College is expensive before going

Gabe Waldbaum, Editor-In-Chief December 15, 2017

“Hey, Mom, I found out the other day that we have already spent about $2,000 in preparation for a college that I do not attend.” “Wait—what?” “Yeah; I added up all the expenses: AP tests,...

Laptops need to be plugged in

Mia Oliver, Staff Writer December 15, 2017

Barely beating the bell,you rush into Guided Study, swiftly dumping your backpack at your desk before heading to grab a laptop. Your head throbs at the thought of all the homework you have: an essay for...

A pledge for your graduation is a pledge for your future

Macee Vadney, Assistant News Editor December 15, 2017

Every year, 1.2 million students drop out of high school in the United States alone. Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett is striving to change that. “I think it’s important for students...

Snow ≠ Shorts

Tatum Lindquist, Editor in Chief December 15, 2017

It’s December, and we all know what that means: sweater weather. Or, that’s how it should be. When your car door won’t close because the mechanism is frozen, people usually take the hint and dress...

Press Perspective: Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire

Aria Soeprono, Opinion Editor December 15, 2017

Background on the SDQ: On November 15, administration gave out the very first SDQ, or Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire, to all students. It was part of a recent initiative by the Issaquah School...

Varsity volleyball rallies for state

Stella Roberts, Creative Director December 6, 2017

Last year, Liberty’s varsity volleyball team suffered a defeat during Districts that ruined their chances of making it to State. But this year, the Lady Patriots took some key steps to make last year’s...

Football team managers with down syndrome

Margaret Baumgartner, Sports Editor December 6, 2017

When it comes to high school football you imagine the coaches being the ones bossing the players around, guiding them. But for the Liberty football players it is nearly the complete opposite of that. Kevin...

Will it be a four-peat for Girls Swim and Dive?

Brian Kim, Staff Writer December 6, 2017

  This year Liberty Girls Swim and Dive is taking on State with renewed vigor. The reason? This could be their chance to take home four state wins in a row. The team began its run of state championships...

Loss of seniors leads to growing year for girls cross country

Krista Kroiss, Beat Editor December 6, 2017

After the loss of Sam Kelderman and Kelsey and Brigette Takeuchi to graduation, the girls cross country team had its work cut out for it. “They were our top four runners from last year, so we’ve...

Early Loss gives girls soccer a reality check

Mia Oliver, Staff Writer December 6, 2017

Dripping with sweat and frustration, the girls make their way to the sideline after the final whistle confirms their loss. One question lingers among them: How could this have happened? September 12th,...

Will Patriot Football Return to “the Dome”

Millen Khangura, Staff Writer December 6, 2017

Liberty Football is likely to return to the state championship. So far the Patriots are playing as well as ever with a 7-1 overall record and a 5-1 record in conference. Coach Andy Hall strongly believes...

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