• A reminder: Liberty Central School District will be closed Monday, Oct. 14, for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
  • The schedule for GeoTech to conduct testing for the capital project has changed. Testing will take place at the football field and track on Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 9 and 10. The testing for the area of the  Maintenance Building will take place Friday and Monday, Oct. 11 and 14. The football field and track will not be available for use on Oct. 9 and 10. The high jump area will not be affected by the testing. On Oct. 11 and 14, the Winthrop parking lot behind the district office near the softball field will be closed.  If you have any questions, please email questions@libertyk12.org.
  • If you haven’t yet, please make sure you switch your SchoolTool Parent Portal URL to https://st10.schooltool.com/liberty to continue to access your child’s grades, information and more.

MHSSC to honor LMS aide/safety duty staffer

Cindy MercadoLiberty Middle School Aide/Safety Duty staff member Cindy Mercado will be honored later this fall as one the recipients of the Mid-Hudson School Study Council’s Support Staff Award for Excellence in Education.

Mercado was recognized for her positive attitude, professionalism and dedication to making Liberty Middle School a safe and welcoming place to learn.

“What sets Cindy apart is her genuine connection with the students,” LMS Principal Heather Cheh said in her nomination letter. “She has a unique ability to engage with them in a way that is both nurturing and authoritative, earning their respect and trust.”

She has been named a LMS Staff Standout several times. She often goes above and beyond her duties, helping special events and assisting colleagues, her nominators said.

“Her collaborative spirit and proactive approach make her an exceptional team player,” Cheh said, “and her contributions significantly enhance our school’s operations.”

Five people stand in front of a Liberty Middle School backdrop
From left, Liberty Middle School Assistant Principal Katlyn Rusin, Secretary Malinda Kristiansen, Principal Heather Cheh, Aide/Safety Duty staff member Cindy Mercado and Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan pose for a photo.

Her ability to de-escalate was noted by LMS Assistant Principal Kaitlyn Rusin, as was her assistance in translation for non-English speaking families.

She also embodies what it means to be a Liberty Redhawk, in line with the culture pillar of the district’s strategic plan.

“I’m proud to be a parent in the Liberty community, but also an employee of the district. I take pride in coming to work every morning and greeting the students with a smile,” Mercado said. “I genuinely show up to work to make a difference in the lives of the students and also keep them safe when they walk through the Middle School doors. I will continue to nurture the school culture and am proud to say I definitely have Liberty Pride.”

The MHSSC awards for administration, pupil personnel services and support staff services will be presented Oct. 16 at The Barn at Villa Venezia in Middletown. The school board service and community service awards will be presented in the spring