Mountain View-Birch Tree R-III School District

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Destiny and Kellie! These two are the heartbeat of Liberty Middle School! From greeting everyone with a smile to juggling all the behind-the-scenes tasks that keep our school running smoothly, Destiny and Kellie do it all—and they do it with grace, patience, and a whole lot of heart. We appreciate you today and every day! #TheLMSWay

GOAT Alert! Mrs. Wilbanks has passed the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) award to none other than Ms. Shelby Yarber! “I chose Shelby Yarber for the GOAT award because she truly cares about her students and wants all of them to succeed. Her willingness to do whatever she can to help others, her passion for wanting students to understand math, and her creativity in making math exciting for her students shows that she deserves this award.” Way to go, Ms. Yarber! Your dedication and energy make a difference every day. #TheLMSWay

Our Life Skills class has been busy (and tasty) lately! We made sour grapes last week for a sweet and tangy snack, followed by pepperoni pizza roll-ups in the air fryer—quick, crispy, and delicious! And we broke in our brand-new griddle with some golden, gooey grilled cheese sandwiches. Learning life skills never tasted so good! #TheLMSWay

Congratulations to Liberty Eagle Gavin Reese, he and the Eagles with a nice win over Alton yesterday. Gavin threw a no hitter, complete game, 95 pitches.

Another milestone reached—2,000 more IReady reading lessons completed! We celebrated with a drawing today, and an amazing 7th grader took home a $50 gift card courtesy of Connolly Insurance. A huge thank you to Connolly Insurance for supporting academics and encouraging our students to keep growing. #TheLMSWay

Taher Meal Choices - VOTE!

Some images from last weekend's softball tournament in Willow Springs, and congratulations to Skye Daniels for making the all tournament team. Girls also took a trip to watch Mizzou softball.

New school record in the women's triple jump. Congratulations to Liberty Eagle Jade Acklin.

Congratulations to the Liberty Eagles 4X100 team as they set the school record today in the West Plains relays.

There will be no school tomorrow or Monday for Easter Break. We’ll see everyone back on Tuesday, April 22. Enjoy the short break and have a wonderful Easter weekend!

Teacher Leader Spotlight! We’re proud to celebrate one of our incredible educators, Susan Thomlinson, who recently presented at the MAEA Conference in Columbia! Art educators from across Missouri came together for workshops, best practices, and professional learning opportunities—and Susan was right in the middle of it all. She led a hands-on studio workshop titled “Nature Sculptures,” sharing her expertise and creativity with fellow art teachers. Susan also participated in a variety of professional development sessions, continuing to grow as both an educator and artist. Way to go, Mrs. Thomlinson! Thank you for representing our school and inspiring others through your leadership and passion for the arts! #TheLMSWay

Our Lifetime Sports class took their learning to the lake today! Students traveled to Sims Valley Lake to put their fishing skills to the test, then made a stop at Buck Hollow to try their luck at another fishing hole. While there were no big catches to brag about—and definitely no feast—it was still a day full of fun, fresh air, and great memories. Sometimes it’s not about the fish, but the experience!

Breaking News from Liberty Middle School! Good afternoon Liberty Eagles! We interrupt your regularly scheduled day with a GOAT—Greatest of All Time—alert! This just in. Mrs. Janiece Wilbanks has been spotted soaring above the math department, cape flying, calculator in hand. That’s right—Mrs. Moore has officially passed the GOAT trophy to the one and only Mrs. Wilbanks, and for good reason! Her classroom is a hub of creativity and innovation where every student finds their groove, whether through independent practice, collaborative group work, book work, or solving problems on the board. She has something for everyone. But it doesn’t stop there. Her classroom superpowers include patience, kindness, and a deep understanding of her students’ needs. Janiece doesn’t just teach math—she teaches with heart. She shows up for her students in and out of the classroom, and her dedication doesn’t go unnoticed. Congratulations Mrs. Wilbanks! You are officially the GOAT!

We will be hosting our annual Title I Spring Meeting on Tuesday, April 30, and we’d love for our staff, teachers, and parents to join us! To make it as convenient as possible, we are offering two meeting times – please feel free to attend the one that best fits your schedule.

BTE's Math STEM Night was a huge success! Students and their families enjoyed hands-on activities, interactive games, and fun challenges that made learning math and science exciting and fun!! Congratulations to our raffle winners!!

WhooHoo!!! Way to go!!! These amazing students and their families attended all four of BTE’s STEM Nights this year! We’re so proud of your commitment to learning and fun—enjoy your well-earned STEM shirts!

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Starting April 28, we’ll finish the year with 5-day weeks, Liberty Eagles! Let’s hang in there—there’s so much happening, and you won’t want to miss a thing!

Liberty's Educators Rising group put on a Mother/Son fun night with games and a movie tonight. There was a great turnout and the families seemed to have a great time! It was fun to watch and interact with families we didn't know as well as families who have older siblings in high school. Any time spent with family is time well spent. Thank you mothers for joining us tonight and making this night a success!

Here’s a polished post you can use for social media or your website: Since 1985, MSU-West Plains has hosted an academic competition showcasing the best and brightest students from across south-central Missouri and north-central Arkansas. Nearly 500 students from more than 20 high schools gather each year to compete in 18 academic subjects. Today, following the Interscholastic competition, we’re proud to announce that our Liberty Eagles are bringing home several awards! Congratulations to each student who competed and represented our school with excellence. Trigonometry: 2nd Place – Trenton Perkins Human Anatomy & Physiology: 1st Place – Lillie McAdams (also 3rd Place Overall) Agriculture: 1st Place – Lillie McAdams (also 3rd Place Overall) 2nd Place – Grace Conner Biological Science: 2nd Place – Taylor Manley European History: 2nd Place – Jae Goodwin American Government: 1st Place – Trenton Perkins Computer Technology: 1st Place – Hayden Goodchild We are incredibly proud of all our students who participated. Your hard work and academic dedication continue to shine!