• June 12, 2026: Due to anticipated thunderstorms, the music performances at Lapolt Park for this afternoon have been cancelled.
  • Transportation survey: Liberty Central School District has emailed a form to all district families asking them to update their information regarding transportation for the 2026-27 school year. Forms must be filled out by June 30. If you have not received the form, please call the Business Office at 845-292-6171.
  • Registration: There are open slots available for the 2026-27 pre-kindergarten class, and a lottery will not take place. Remaining seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Kindergarten registration is also now open. Find more information about registration for the programs here.
  • Construction update: Construction work has begun on the maintenance building. The walkway behind the district office from Winthrop Avenue to the high school is closed until further notice. Also, the athletic field and track area is no longer accessible to the public. The area will be closed as construction continues. The soccer, baseball and softball fields remain open.

Category: Elementary News

Little Free Library available at LHS

A young person stands next to a red little free library filled with books.There is now a Little Free Library at Liberty High School.

Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Liberty High School Interact Club, the Little Free Library is now available for students, staff, and community members to enjoy.

All are invited to borrow a book, donate a gently used book, exchange books with others and discover new stories and authors

The Little Free Library is part of a worldwide movement that promotes literacy, kindness and community connections through the simple act of sharing books.

Whether looking for their next favorite novel, a biography, a mystery, or a children’s book to share with a younger reader, residents can stop by and see what treasures they can find.

Liberty Interact Club members worked hard to create a space where books, ideas and opportunities can be shared with everyone.

AYSO seeks players, coaches, refs; in-person registration session set for June 17

Registration for AYSO Region 1514 Soccer is underway through June 30, with an in-person session available from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, at the Liberty Library.

Organizers will provide support with the online registration process, including completing and submitting registrations. AYSO will not collect any money or paper applications in person, as the entire registration process is completed online.

Co-ed programs are available for kickstart (3-6-year-olds) 6U, 8U, 10U and 12U. To register, visit www.ayso1514.org/region1514.

Coaches, referees and board members are also wanted. Those 14 and older can become a referee or coach’s assistant. Training is available.

For more information, email libertyAYSO1514@gmail.com

Liberty BOE to meet June 9

The next Liberty Central School District Board of Education meeting will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 9,  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, June 8, at Board Docs.

Students help preserve local history at Walnut Mountain

A diverse group of people stand on a grassy hillside with a scenic view of rolling hills and a cloudy sky.Throughout the spring, students at Liberty Middle School have been learning about the rich history of Walnut Mountain during Flex Period. As part of this educational experience, students explored the story of the historic Walnut Mountain House, a five-story mountain hotel built in 1887 at the summit of Walnut Mountain. The hotel welcomed visitors from near and far, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Catskill region. Although the hotel no longer stands, its foundation remains as an important reminder of Liberty’s past.

Taking their learning beyond the classroom, Liberty Middle School hosted a community service project on Sunday, May 31. Students, staff, families, and community members came together to help clear and improve the trail surrounding the original Walnut Mountain House foundation.

The project was a success, with 34 volunteers participating in the cleanup effort. Volunteers worked to remove brush, clear debris, and create a safe, walkable path around the historic site. Their hard work will allow visitors to better experience and appreciate this important piece of local history.

The project is part of the ongoing Walnut Mountain House History Trail initiative, which will officially celebrate its grand opening on June 6. The self-guided trail features six interpretive panels that share the history of Walnut Mountain, the Walnut Mountain House, and the people who helped shape Liberty’s heritage.

Liberty Middle School students have also played an important role in the project through the Interact Club. Club members designed and built benches that will be placed along the trail, providing visitors with opportunities to rest and enjoy the scenic views that have attracted visitors to Walnut Mountain for generations.

This project highlights the power of community partnerships and hands-on learning. By helping preserve a local landmark, students gained a deeper appreciation for Liberty’s history while making a lasting contribution that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come.

LHS students create video about LES Leader in Me program

Leader in Me is a program used throughout the district to help teach life skills and empower students to thrive.

Liberty High School students Jose Rivera, Kamoren Connell and Teodulo Banegas, who are in the Media Program at Sullivan BOCES, partnered with Liberty Elementary to create a video highlighting the eight habits of Leader in Me and how they are used at LES and in real life. Watch the video below:

End-of-the-year busing schedules change

As Liberty approaches the end of the school year, the busing schedules will change to meet the needs of the students.

The following changes are planned:

  • The last day of the 6 p.m. bus will be Friday, June 5.
  • The final 4 p.m. bus will run Thursday, June 18.
  • There will be a mid-day bus home to accommodate high school students taking the Algebra 1 Regents on June 17.

Those who have any questions, may email questions@libertyk12.org

Village to flush water system, possibly impacting water at school buildings

The village of Liberty will flush its water mains by opening hydrants throughout the system starting next week. This may cause low water pressure and water throughout the village to become brown. The water will not be contaminated.

The flushing will likely impact the Liberty Elementary, Middle and High Schools and the District Office.

Flushing of the Parksville transmission line will take place June 8-12, with the Village Water System  starting June 15 until complete. Flushing will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

If water begins to get brown in a building, water fountains will be temporarily shut down until the water clears. Bottled water will be available if fountains are shut down. All staff and students are encouraged to limit water use.

Updates will be available on the village website.

Library plans game days

Liberty Public Library will host two game days for students in June.

Elementary students, along with a grown up, are invited to play classic card and board games from 2:45 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 10.

The following week, on Tuesday, June 16, middle and high school students will be able to play card and board games and have snacks from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Games available include Monopoly, chess, dominoes, Uno, spoons or Skip-Bo.

The library is at 189 N. Main St. in Liberty. For more information, visit the library’s website or call 845-292-6070.

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