Category: Middle School News
Community School Farmstand to be open May 22 at LMS
Liberty Middle School will host its inaugural Community School Farmstand, a special event dedicated to supporting Liberty Central families. Through a partnership with the Snack Pack Program, The Regional Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, and Sullivan 180, free fresh food and resources will be available to LCSD families in need.
The event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, May 22, on a first-come, first-served basis.
There will be free groceries for any Liberty K-12 family, an on-site SNAP advocate to help families t0 sign up for benefits, and guides to local food pantries and community resources.
For more information, email Community School Coordinator Katlyn Rusin at krusin@libertyk12.org.
BOE to meet after budget vote and elections on May 19
The Annual Budget Vote and Election will be on Tuesday, May 19, with voting in the High School Media Center from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Information regarding the budget vote and election can be found at the Liberty CSD website.
The Board of Education will convene a Special Meeting after 8 p.m. in the HS Media Center at the conclusion of ballot counting in the High School Media Center to accept the results of the ballot. There will be no other business. This meeting and vote counting and tabulation is open to the public. The agenda will be available on Monday, May 18, at BoardDocs.
The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on Tuesday, May 26.
Message to families regarding legal notice students received concerning PowerSchool/Naviance class action legal settlement
Dear Families:
We are writing to provide additional context after some members of our school community received an e-mail from Kroll Settlement Administration concerning a federal class action lawsuit and proposed class action legal settlement involving the Naviance platform.
Naviance is an online platform that schools throughout the country use for college and career planning. Naviance is owned by PowerSchool.
The District used the Naviance platform for multiple years through the 2023-2024 school year. The District now uses SchooLinks as its online platform for college and career planning (https://www.schoolinks.com/).
What is the lawsuit/legal settlement about?
There was a class action lawsuit filed against PowerSchool alleging that PowerSchool violated students’ privacy rights while students were using the Naviance Platform between August 2021 and January 2026. PowerSchool firmly denies the allegations in the lawsuit and that it violated the law in any way. PowerSchool has agreed to settle the lawsuit to avoid the expense and uncertainty of ongoing litigation.
Was there a breach or unauthorized disclosure of student data?
There has been no confirmed breach or unauthorized disclosure of student data. PowerSchool firmly denies that it violated the law in any way.
Why am I being contacted?
Students who logged into the Naviance platform at least once between August 18, 2021, and January 23, 2026 are being contacted by e-mail to inform them that they may be eligible to join the proposed class action legal settlement. The e-mail was sent as part of a legally required notification process. The purpose of the e-mail is to ensure that students and families have the opportunity to review the settlement agreement and their legal rights and options.
Is the District involved in the lawsuit?
No. The District is not a party to the lawsuit and has no involvement in the legal proceedings or the proposed class action legal settlement. The District has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
What should families do?
If you or your child received an e-mail notice, you should review the notice carefully, as it outlines potential eligibility, deadlines, and options available to you and your child. The District cannot provide legal advice or recommend whether students are eligible to or should participate in the settlement. This is a personal decision for each family.
To learn more about the lawsuit and your legal rights, families should visit the official settlement website: https://powerschoolnaviancesettlement.com
Families may also contact the Settlement Administrator:
- Call: (833) 447-8852
- Webmail: Kroll “Contact Us” from
- Mail: Q.J. v. PowerSchool Holdings LLC, c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, PO Box 225391, New York, NY 10150-5391
The District is committed to protecting student data privacy and security and complies with all applicable law concerning student data privacy and security, including, but not limited to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) and New York State Education Law § 2-d. For more information concerning the District’s commitment to the protection of student data privacy and security and the Board of Education’s Information and Data Privacy, Security Breach and Notification Policy (BOE Policy No. 8635), please visit: https://www.libertyk12.org/about-us/annual-notifications/parents-bill-of-rights-for-data-privacy-and-security/
Scholastic Book Fair to be at LMS May 20-22
The Buy One, Get One Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Liberty Middle School from May 20-22.
All students will be able to choose their own books to purchase during a gym class.
The Book Fair eWallet, where families can add money to their student’s Scholastic Book Fair account, is now open . A new account must be set up for each event.
Those who want to share the gift of reading may also contribute to the Share the Fair account to benefit students at LMs who need help buying new books.
Online purchases may also be made May 18-31, with 25% of every online purchase benefiting LMS.
To preview the sale, set up an eWallet, donate to Share the Fair or for more information, visit https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/libertymiddleschool7.
Liberty students’ artwork to be on display starting May 12
Liberty Central School District’s annual K-12 District-Wide Art Show opening will take place 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, in the lobby at Liberty High School, at 125 Buckley St. The show will remain on display through the budget vote on May 19.
The event is a free evening of art, crafts, raffles, student portfolio, presentations and refreshment among displays of student artwork from across the district.
“Creating art gives students a chance to find their voice in a variety of forms,” said art teacher Kath Johansen, who is organizing the event. “Putting that artwork on display provides students the opportunity to see and experience their work being valued and looking closely at the work of others. This evening of celebrating our emerging artists offers our community the opportunity to take part in that.”
The show opening will be followed by the National Art Honor Society induction at 6 p.m.
For more information, email kjohansen@libertyk12.org.
Sports schedule, and results, for the week of May 11-17, 2026
Spring sports is in action with baseball, golf, softball, tennis and track.
Here are the schedule and results, if available. Livestream links are included where available.
The schedule is subject to change. Check the Liberty schedule on the Section IX website for the latest.
Monday, May 11
10 a.m.: Boys and Girls Track and Field Thrower’s Pentahlon vs. Multiple Schools at 12th Rock
3:30 p.m.: Boys Varsity Golf vs. Monticello at The Monster at Resort World Catskill
4:15 p.m.: Boys Varsity Baseball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty High School
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Softball vs. Port Jervis at Port Jervis High School
Result: Liberty 0, Port Jervis 20
The Port Jervis Raiders lived up to their reputation as an OCIAA Class A powerhouse on Monday, delivering a dominant 20-0 performance against the visiting Liberty Varsity Redhawks. While the Raiders’ offensive explosion stole the headlines, the contest served as a developmental milestone for an inexperienced Liberty squad finding its footing against elite competition.
Port Jervis starter Izzy Maida was the story of the afternoon from the rubber. Maida silenced the Liberty bats, racking up 11 strikeouts over just five innings of work. Her precision and velocity kept the Redhawks off-balance throughout, anchoring a defensive effort that allowed the Raiders to end the game early via the mercy rule.
The Raiders’ offense was equally relentless. Every starter in the lineup reached base at least once, showcasing a deep and disciplined roster that pressured the Redhawks from the first pitch. In a total team effort, 10 different batters crossed the plate, turning the game into a clinic of aggressive base running and timely hitting.
Despite the lopsided score, the Redhawks showed significant heart as they continue a season defined by versatility and “learning on the go.” The team continues to come together even with three players currently holding down and learning new positions on the fly.
On the mound for Liberty, Giuliana Wagner showed immense grit by recording her first-ever varsity complete game. Though the outing was shortened by the run rule, her willingness to battle against one of the league’s most potent lineups provided a valuable learning experience for her.
The Redhawk defense also provided several bright spots that kept the dugout energized. Shortstop Maddy Stewart anchored the infield with a sharp catch of a liner where she doubled off a runner from second, and Daniela Ponce Flores tracking down a very deep fly ball to make a great catch and save extra bases.
The Redhawks will not have much time to dwell on the loss as the schedule remains grueling. Liberty will look to keep their heads held high as they return home to face another formidable opponent, the Sullivan West Bulldogs, tomorrow at 4:30 p.m..
4:30 p.m.: Boys Varsity Tennis vs. John S. Burke Catholic at Liberty High Shcool.
Tuesday, May 12
10 a.m.: Boys Varsity Golf Championship vs. Multiple Schools at Powelton Club Clubhouse
3:30 p.m.: Modified Baseball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty Elementary School
3:30 p.m.: Modified Softball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty Elementary School
4 p.m.: Girls Varsity Golf vs. Middletown at Sullivan County Golf and Country Club
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Softball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty High School
Wednesday, May 13
4:15 p.m.: Modified Baseball vs. Tri-Valley at Liberty Middle School
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Baseball vs. John S. Burke Catholic at Liberty High School
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Softball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty High School
4:30 p.m.: JV Softball vs. Sullivan West Central at Liberty Elementary School
Thursday, May 14
4:30 p.m.: Boys and Girls Modified Track and Field vs. Multiple Schools at Burke Catholic High School
Friday, May 15
1 p.m.: Boys and Girls Varsity Track and Field Championship vs. Multiple Schools at Warwick Valley High School.
4:15 p.m.: Modified Baseball vs. Sullivan West Central at Lions Field- Jeffersonville
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Baseball vs. Beacon City at Liberty High School
4:30 p.m.: Varsity Softball vs. James I. O’Neill at Liberty High School
4:30 p.m.: JV Softball vs. Fallsburg at Liberty Elementary School
Saturday, May 16
9:30 a.m.: Boys and Girls Varsity Track & Field vs. Multiple Schools at Warwick Valley High School
11 a.m.: Varsity Softball vs. Cornwall Central at Liberty High School
11 a.m.: JV Softball vs. Cornwall Central at Liberty Elementary School
Sunday, May 17
No events scheduled
Sullivan County seeks input on Hazard Mitigation Plan
Sullivan County and its jurisdictions have been hard at work this past year to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The plan is now ready for public review, and residents and stakeholders are asked to review the draft plan and provide feedback.
Visit the Sullivan County page on MitigateNY to review the plan. The Public Review Period is open until June 6. Comments can be made on this form.
Administration reviews proposed budget at public hearing
Liberty Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan and Assistant Superintendent for Business Laurene McKenna presented information on the proposed 2026-27 school budget during the annual budget hearing on May 5 in the Liberty High School Auditorium.
A recording of the hearing is available.
The proposed $72,032,104 budget increases spending 5.14%, or $3,523,742, and would fund all current student programs and services while accounting for increases in costs such as health care, transportation and contractual obligations.
Based on the governor’s budget proposal’s state aid projections, the district expects an overall increase in state aid of about $1.1 million, with no increase in the tax levy, which would remain at $17,760,162.
There will be two more opportunities for the public to learn more about the proposed budget:
- 5 p.m. Thursday, May 14, in the High School Media Center before the High School Honors Concert
- 8 to 10 a.m. Friday, May 15, at the New Munson Diner at 12 Lake St.
The budget vote and school board election will take place between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, in the High School Media Center.
For more information about the budget, the school board election or voting, visit the district’s budget page.
Liberty superintendent elected to AASA Governing Board
Liberty CSD Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan was elected in April to the governing board of the AASA, The School Superintendents Association.
He will serve a three-year term, July 2026 through June 2029. He will represent New York in Region 7, which includes the Northeast United States.
The 135 members of the Governing Board meet twice per year to set policy for the AASA, the premier association for school system leaders serving as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill.
“Representing our Mid-Hudson region at the national level matters to me,” Dr. Sullivan said. “I want to advocate for our districts, amplify our voices in national discussions, and help Liberty make a meaningful impact beyond our region and state.”
Library to host building, painting programs for students
The Liberty Public Library is offering programs for students later this month.
On Tuesday, May 19, the library will host “Build With Us!’ from early dismissal at noon to 1:30 p.m. for elementary students. A parent or guardian must accompany the students to build using Lego and Magnetics.
Students in middle and high school are invited to paint a cactus garden between 3:15 and 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 20. Students will make a cactus garden using river rocks that they can take home. Snacks will be provided.
The library is at 189 N. Main St. in Liberty.
For more information, call 845-292-6070 or visit www.libertypubliclibrary.org.