The Counseling Corner

NEW NEWS

SENIORS/PARENTS:


The Grow Your Own Teachers Scholarship deadline is fast approaching. Get your applications in by the deadline, February 17, 2026.

Grow Your Own Teachers-Apply Now

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.




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

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

Baker University - Thursday February 26th @ 10:00 am

Missouri State University - Tuesday March 10th @ 9:00 am




Career Related Lunch Visits




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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