Liberty Common School

Take a sneak peek inside Liberty Common's nearly complete junior-high building. Deputy Headmaster Sandy Stoltzfus, Principal Kathleen Kearney, Building Corporation Member Tricia Diehl, Registrar Tiffany Burgess, and Neenan architect Shelby Hinchliff guide viewers through the expanded facility previewing new spaces, hallways, common areas, the “Parthenon” gymnasium, music rooms, and “Triclinium” multipurpose area.

Final touches are still being made. For now, excitement is building toward an outstanding year for LCS junior-high students.

Junior-High Building Unveiled Take a sneak peek inside Liberty Common's nearly completed junior-h...

🎨 Salazar Recognized for Education Leadership

LCS art instructor Mrs. Meg Salazar has been recognized by BizWest Media publisher Jeff Nuttall as a nominee for the publication's 2026 Women of Distinction program.

"Your nomination reflects the meaningful impact you are making in our community," wrote Nuttall in a congratulatory message on July 28, 2026.

Mrs. Salazar was nominated by LCS Headmaster Bob Schaffer, who shared:

"In my experience—39 years in primary/secondary education—I have never observed a better instructor, school leader, and art-education leader whose impact is both statewide and national among her peers and professional practitioners. When it comes to leading students to love art and to appreciate cross-curricular connections across multiple academic disciplines, Mrs. Salazar is the master."

Congratulations, Mrs. Salazar, on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your outstanding leadership and dedication to students.

Liberty Common School is proud to celebrate a historic milestone.

Alumna Elizabeth Timpe has been installed as President of Liberty Common School's Board of Directors—the first graduate in the school's history to serve in this role and possibly one of the first charter school alumni in Colorado to lead the governing board of their own alma mater.

Elizabeth's journey with Liberty spans every stage of life: student, teacher, parent, and now Board President. Her story reflects the lasting impact of Liberty's mission and the enduring commitment of those it serves.

Read more about what this moment means for the future of Liberty Common School: https://www.libertycommon.org/about/news-and-events/news-details/~board/news/post/full-circle-alumna-elected-board-president

LCHS is seeking a host family for Dorsan from Belgium.

This outgoing and hardworking 16-year-old loves golfing, hiking, running, and exploring nature—and he’s excited to experience Colorado (including a baseball game).

His original host family can no longer host, and a new home is needed. Dorsan is already approved and eager to join LCHS for the 26/27 school year.

If you are interested in hosting, please contact Diana Campbell with the STS Foundation at [email protected].

More information is available on the school website: libertycommon.org/our-school/high-school/international-students

(Photo from 2026 LCHS Commencement Ceremony)

📚 Part-Time Enrollment Opportunity for Homeschool Families 🏫

Liberty Common High School is offering part-time enrollment for homeschool students in grades 9–12. This is a great opportunity for families who want to supplement their homeschool program with rigorous coursework at LCHS. While part-time students do not earn a diploma, they can take advantage of exceptional academic offerings, including:

🎓 Advanced Placement (AP) courses
🧮 Upper-level mathematics
🔬 Science classes
🎨 Fine arts

📅 Part-time enrollment begins Saturday, August 1, 2026, after scheduling has been completed for full-time students. Course availability depends on open seats, so offerings may vary from year to year.

💲 Part-time students pay a reduced annual student fee of $50 and may also participate in the House System.

📩 Interested in learning more or starting the enrollment process? Contact Lead Registrar Mrs. Elise Harkey at [email protected].

Headmaster Bob Schaffer, recently joined The LoCo Experience podcast for a conversation about leadership, public service, and the enduring value of classical education.

Mr. Schaffer shared what makes Liberty Common School distinctive, why classical education continues to resonate with families, and the important role parents, grandparents, and the community play in the education of every child.

Thank you to for the thoughtful conversation and the opportunity to share Liberty Common School's mission with a broader audience.

🎧 Give it a listen wherever you get your podcasts.

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