Liberty HS Choir will host a movie night fundraiser Friday, March 20, in the high school auditorium.

Liberty Central School District families are invited to watch the live action version of “How to Train Your Dragon” (PG)  at 5 p.m., followed by “Hamilton” (PG-13) at 8 p.m.

The cost is $5 per person for one movie or $8 for the doubleheader.Concessions will be available for purchase.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the LHS Choral Program.

For more information, email Vocal Music Teacher Emily McConnell at emcconnell@libertyk12.org.

The Liberty Central School District Music Department will host the Sullivan County All County Music Festival on Friday and Saturday, March 6 and 7.

Students will rehearse with their ensembles on Friday evening as well as Saturday morning in preparation for their concerts Saturday afternoon.

Concerts will be held in the Liberty High School Auditorium as follows:

• 1:30 p.m.: Elementary Chorus and Middle School Band
• 3:30 p.m.: Senior High Orchestra, Treble Chorus, Junior High Jazz Band
• 5:30 p.m.: Junior High Chorus and Senior High Band.

The public is invited to attend. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door at $8 a ticket on a first-come, first-served basis.

The snow date for the concerts is March 8 at the same times and location.

Pre-K registration for the 2026-27 school year began March 2 at Liberty Central School District.

Eligible pre-kindergarten students must be residents of the district and turn 4 years old before Dec. 1, 2026.

All eligible applications received by March 31 will be included in a lottery, to be held April 10, if needed. Any applications filed after March 31, and those not selected in the lottery, will be added to a waitlist. All slots will be full day.

Pre-K registration is held at Liberty School District’s Registration Office, 115 Buckley St., Liberty. To make an appointment call Heather Austin at 845-292-5400, ext. 2331.

Families are asked to bring the following to their appointment, along with a completed pre-k registration packet:

• A copy of the parent/guardian’s photo ID
• The child’s birth certificate
• Proof of residency (such as a utility bill or rental lease)
• Immunization records, including proof of lead screen
• Copy of a recent physical exam (must include all school physical exam requirements; please check with doctor)
• The child’s health insurance card
• Custody papers, if applicable

Because of the blizzard warning and state of emergency, the closure today, Feb. 23, did not count toward Liberty Central School District’s allotted emergency closure days. The district has two of our eight emergency closure days remaining.

If the district uses all of its emergency days, the district will transition to remote learning if weather or other situations require the buildings to be closed.

Liberty will communicate its intention to use remote learning days, if the potential situation arises. The LCSD remote learning plan is available on the website.

Questions may be directed to questions@libertyk12.org.

Hurleyville Performing Arts Center will host “The Black Legacy Project Live,” a free musical celebration of Black History created by the nonprofit Music in Common.

The show will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, at HPAC, at 32+ Main St., in Hurleyville. Concessions will be available.

For more information, visit the event page at the HPAC website.

The next Liberty Central School District Board of Education meeting will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24,  in the HS Media Center at 125 Buckley St. in Liberty. The board anticipates to enter into executive session (not open to the public) immediately.  The regular portion of the meeting, open to the public, is expected to resume at 6 p.m.  The agenda will be available on Monday, Feb. 23, at Board Docs.

Liberty Central School District has been made aware of a video social media post by a former employee of the district’s transportation partner, Rolling V,  reporting that Liberty Central School students making derogatory comments toward each other.

The district does not condone this behavior and is investigating the incident, and it will be handled according to the LCSD Code of Conduct.

“We appreciate the diversity of our community and take our commitment to the Dignity for All Students Act seriously,” Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan said. Students who feel they are being targeted or bullied can reach out to the DASA coordinator in their building or fill out a DASA complaint form and the district will investigate. Concerns from students, staff and community members may also be filed through the district’s Anonymous Alerts reporting system.

Those with questions may email questions@libertyk12.org.

This morning, Feb. 13, two buses, the black cat and blue plane, were involved in a minor accident off school grounds following drop off at Liberty Elementary School. 

As a precaution, all students on the buses have been evaluated by the school nurses, and no injuries were reported. Families of all impacted students have been notified.

The incident will be reviewed by the Liberty Central School District and transportation partner Rolling V as they continue to work to ensure the safety of Liberty students.

Liberty Central School District is aware of increases in Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities across the state and nation, raising concerns among many families in the LCSD community. The goal of the district is to make the learning environment a safe one for all Redhawk students.

The district is appreciative of the diverse community that comprises the district is committed to providing all students a quality education. As part of the commitment, the district embraces the Parent Bill of Rights for New York State’s English Language Learners. The District’s English as a New Language webpage has more information and resources.

Liberty Central School District is resharing a list of frequently asked questions regarding the rights of migrant and immigrant students.

Frequently Asked Questions Concerning Rights of Immigrant Students

Does immigration status impact a student’s right to education in New York State?

No. Under New York law, all students ages 5 to 21 who have not received a high school diploma are entitled to a free public education in the district in which they live. Liberty Central School District (“LCSD”) will not refuse admission to any student based on national origin, race, language proficiency, country of origin, immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Must LCSD immediately enroll migrant students?

Yes. Consistent with law, LCSD will immediately enroll migrant students, even if they lack proof of residency, immunizations, school records, or other documents typically required for registration. LCSD may allow students who are from out of state or county to attend school for up to 30 calendar days if the student does not have immunization documentation but there is evidence of a good faith effort to obtain immunizations.

Are there any documents LCSD may not ask for when a student seeks to enroll in one of its schools?

Yes. LCSD may not request a Social Security Card or number, or any information that would reveal immigration status of the student or the student’s parent/guardian or person in parental relation at the time of enrollment.

What will LCSD do if it receives a request from an ICE or other law enforcement officer to access student records?

Absent parent/guardian or eligible student (age 18 or older) consent, LCSD may only release student records to an ICE or other law enforcement officer where the officer has a court order or a lawfully issued subpoena. If LCSD is legally required to disclose student records, LCSD will attempt to notify the parent/guardian or eligible student of the court order or subpoena before disclosing the records (unless the court order or subpoena prohibits LCSD from doing so).

What will LCSD do if an ICE or other law enforcement officer demands to question a student on school property and/or remove a student from school property?

Generally, ICE and other law enforcement officers may only question a student on school property or remove a student from school property (1) where they have a lawfully issued warrant providing court-authorized access to a student; (2) with consent from a parent/guardian; or (3) if the student is accused of committing a crime on school property and school or LCSD personnel invite law enforcement officers to investigate. If none of these criteria are met, LCSD will not permit officers to speak or access the student on school property.

What will LCSD do if a School Resource Officer (“SRO”) requests to access a student’s records to determine a student’s immigration status?

LCSD has a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with the Village of Liberty Police Department and the Village of Liberty outlining the duties of SROs and the scope of SRO responsibilities at LCSD. The MOU can be accessed on the LCSD’s website.  

Consistent with the MOU, an SRO may not access a student’s education records for the purpose of determining a student’s immigration status. If an SRO obtains information about a student’s immigration status, the SRO is not authorized to re-disclose that information to other law enforcement officers or federal immigration officials.

What will LCSD do if an SRO demands to question a student on school property about the student’s immigration status?

Consistent with the MOU, SROs cannot detain or otherwise interrogate a student for the purpose of determining the student’s (or their family’s) immigration status.

What happens if a student is being harassed, bullied, or discriminated against based on their actual or perceived immigration status?

Federal law, New York State law, and LCSD policy prohibit harassment, bullying, and discrimination based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ethnic group, citizen or immigration status, and any other legally protected characteristic. Consistent with LCSD’s Dignity for All Students Act Policy, LCSD is committed to creating a school environment free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. If LCSD receives information that harassment, bullying, or discrimination has or is occurring, it will investigate the situation and discipline offenders consistent with LCSD policy.

For more information or resources, families may reach out to the district’s Student Services and School Counseling/Guidance Offices. Further questions may be emailed to questions@libertyk12.org.