NEW NEWS

National School Counselor’s Week 2026

It’s National School Counselors Week, February 2–6! 

To celebrate, we’ll have appreciation notes available in the Counseling Center and in the hallway under the Counselors’ Fatheads for students and staff to share messages of gratitude. All notes will be collected and given to our Counselors on Friday, February 6.

If you can’t leave an in-person note, you’re welcome to send an email, drop off a card, or snap a photo with their Fathead on Eagle Ave. Be sure to post your messages and selfies on the LN Counseling Center’s Twitter or Instagram with a note of appreciation and #NSCWLN2026. Let’s show them how much we value everything they do—answering questions, providing information, attending meetings, writing letters of recommendation, planning schedules and ICAPs, supporting enrollment, guiding post-secondary planning, creating 504s, and so much more.

Our LN School Counselors are truly AMAZING cheerleaders and advocates for student success! 

As part of National School Counselors Week, we also invite everyone to help honor each Counselor by wearing their favorite color on Thursday, February 5.

Let’s come together to celebrate our phenomenal School Counselors and all that they do for LN! 

Counselor's Favorite Colors

Jill Brock- Yellow

Jessica Miller-Dusty Rose pink

Lauren Eikel- Pastel pink

Jenny Ward-Bright Pink

Staci Harwell-Teal

Neil Corriston-Kelly Green

Lisa Raney-Blue

STUDENTS/PARENTS:

Park Hill School District is hosting our annual HBCU College Fair and Showcase on February 3, 2026 at 6pm. Schlagle high school's drumline will be kicking off the night followed by step team performances, panel discussions, and HBCU representatives will be present to chat with attendees. We would love to see you and your students in attendance. I have attached a flyer that we would love for you to print and share.  All are welcome! More information and registration are in the link below.

Schools register here --> https://forms.gle/GqGJDCL4e3A1ktf69

Link to website --> HBCU College Fair and Showcase - Park Hill School District

STUDENTS/PARENTS:

SCAD is hosting our LOCAL Kansas City SCAD Info Session for any interested families!

SAVE the DATE for our

LOCAL Kansas City Info Session:  Saturday, February 7 10a-12p at Hotel Savoy

FREE FOOD, FREE Valet Parking, and a Great presentation with SCAD Faculty and staff!

Register here: https://www.scad.edu/event/2026-02-07-kansas-city-information-session

Additionally, SCAD has awesome summer programs for the 9th-11th graders at our campuses in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia!

All the details are here: https://www.scad.edu/academics/pre-college-programs

FRESHMAN-JUNIORS:

"ENCORE: A Creative Arts Academy, a new program at the Liberty North High School for 10-12 graders where creativity and learning come together. ENCORE connects academic classes with the performing and creative arts, helping students build confidence, strengthen artistic and technical skills, and explore their passions in an immersive schedule during periods 6–8.

For more information, please review the presentation, go to the website, reach out to a Fine Arts teacher, counselor, or the Fine Arts Department. On your schedule you will select ENCORE Academy as your class. Schedule changes are still possible, and we will do our best to help make everything work "

STUDENTS/PARENTS:

WTS Kansas City's Transportation YOU committee is hosting our Fall in Love with Transportation speed mentoring event centered around introducing high school girls to various careers in transportation on February 12th and would like to invite high school girls to attend. I have attached a flyer with additional information and the registration link. We request that this event get shared with the appropriate teachers and students. Please reach out to me with any questions at (816)332-1331 or kthompson@trekkdesigngroup.com.

SOPHOMORES/JUNIORS:

There are many Off-Campus opportunities that you can apply for the 26-27 school year. Applications are available now and deadlines vary - please apply soon! Applications linked below:

Area Career Center

Northland Career Center

Northland CAPS

Network 53 Internship

Early College Academy

Summit Technology Academy

Collegiate Nursing Academy (Senior Level Only)

Educational Internship Program (Senior Level Only)

JUNIORS:

RECURRING NEWS

STUDENTS/PARENTS:

SENIORS/PARENTS:

The 2026-27 FAFSA Form is Live – Don’t Miss Out on Aid! 

We’re excited to share that the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now open at fafsa.gov. 

Completing the FAFSA form is a key to accessing federal, state, and institutional financial aid that can help cover the cost of college or career training. We strongly encourage all students to complete the form as soon as possible. Start your FAFSA form now: FAFSA.gov 

The earlier you apply, the better your chances of maximizing aid. 

If you need help or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your school counselor or college advisor.  

PARENTS:

Liberty 53 SchooLinks Guardian Presentation: CLICK HERE

STUDENTS/PARENTS:

Introducing the Liberty North Kindness E-Wall!

We are excited to announce the launch of our Kindness E-Wall, a virtual platform designed to help us spread positivity and kindness throughout our school community! Whether you want to recognize a friend's effort, share a compliment, or send an uplifting message, this E-Wall is the perfect place to brighten someone's day.

How It Works:

• Submit Your Message: Anyone in our school community can send positive messages. All you need is an email address (no login required)!
• Approval Process: Messages will be reviewed by a staff moderator before being displayed.
• Visibility: The E-Wall will be shared on TVs throughout the school, featured on our website, and included in our newsletters.

We encourage you to share messages of kindness, appreciation, and encouragement to help promote a sense of belonging and positivity here in North Nation!

 Click here to visit the Kindness E-Wall and submit your message

Let’s fill the E-Wall with positivity and make Liberty North the best place to be!

STUDENTS: Take time to review the most high demand jobs collected from the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center.

Sophomores-Seniors: 



College and Military representatives visit LNHS throughout the school year. Students are encouraged to sign up for these opportunities to ask questions and find out more information! These visits are a great way to start the post-secondary thought process and provide a free experience before going to the campus! Sign up on SchooLinks or see Ms. Stukes in the Counseling Center. 

ALL STUDENTS: College visits are In Person and located in the Eagles Nest. Make sure you are registering for the visit through SchooLinks. Check back often as new visits are scheduled almost daily.

Northwest Missouri State University - Tuesday February 3rd @ 1:00 pm

Missouri Western State University - Monday February 9th @ 1:00 pm

Kansas State University - Tuesday February 10th @ 1:00 pm

Wichita State University - Thursday February 19th @ 9:00 am

Career Related Lunch Visits

SCAD - Wednesday February 4th

Military Lunch Visits

National Air Guard - Tuesday February 3rd

Active Duty Army - Monday February 9th

Army National Guard - Thursday February 12th

Marine - Monday February 16th

Navy - Thursday February 19th



Lauren Eikel Last Names A - Ci & Po-Ra 736-5549

Jessica Miller Last Names Cl - Gar & Re-Ro 736-5512

Jill Brock Last Name Gas - I & Re-Ro 736-5516

Jenny Ward Last Name J - Ma & Sco-Sl736-5544

Neil Corriston Last Names Mc - Pl & Sm-So 736-5523

Staci Harwell  Last Names Sp - Z 736-5513

Nakia Wilson Social Worker A - K 736-5548

Breonna Lindsey Social Worker L - Z 736-5531

Gail Stark Registrar 736-5537

Elizabeth Stukes Admin Assistant 736-5538