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Anna Simms

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org

Anna Simms is the editor-in-chief of LHStoday.org and this is her third year in publications. She is also in her senior year and second year at SCC. After high school, Anna plans on going to a university to study biomedical sciences, and later get a doctorate. She is also a part of Liberty’s drama club as an executive board member, and has done both acting and tech. Outside of school, you can find Anna either taking photos, editing, hanging out with friends, listening to music, or reading!



All content by Anna Simms
Last year's seniors huddle up before the Swofford Game. They lost by 15 points to the staff, 41-26.

[Photo] Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Swofford Game

Parker Sethaler, Reporter
April 9, 2025
Brayden Schnurbusch modeling his own look for the swimwear set.

[Photo] Senior Boys Compete in Annual Mr. LHS Pageant

Phoenix Egeler, Reporter
May 29, 2024
My friends and I enjoy the senior sunset. This was one of the many school events I attended.

[Photo] 10 Exciting Months in Another Country Come to an End

Charlize Rossow, Reporter
May 30, 2024
Sophomore Mak Barnes wears a crocodile onesie along side freshman Marley Higlen as they perform "The Bare Necessities" at the annual choir pop concert.

#clickoftheweek 5/24/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 23, 2024
Senior Sydney Davis, who is one of the co-editor-in-chiefs of the 2024 Talon Yearbook, sits in shock as she sees the yearbook in person for the first time.

[Photo] Yearbook Distribution Day

Megan Geisler, Editor of Broadcast Media
May 15, 2024
Kennedy LeMaster, Tessa Wilson, Payton Groterweil, and Landon Woodson sit enjoying each others company and eating food.

[Photo] Sunset Sentiments: A Bittersweet Goodbye for Seniors

Ella Quinney, Reporter
May 20, 2024
After the sun had set, seniors Jordan Pelphery, Ella Pinz, Makayla Mackey, Austyn Van Buren sit behind fellow seniors Isabella Tenorio Ballinas, Naara Robles, and Alysha Sims as they all watch the movie, 'High School Musical 3: Senior Year."

GALLERY: SENIOR SUNSET

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 20, 2024
After a junior varsity lacrosse game against Cor Jesu, juniors Chloe Bostic and Lilly Brown pose as they walk off of the field.

#clickoftheweek 5/17/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 17, 2024
The 2024 Talon yearbook staff pose for a photo after they opened the first boxes when it arrived to school on May 3.

[Photo] Talon Yearbook Releases Its Newest Volume to Students

Austin Koehnmann, Reporter
May 14, 2024
During the girls varsity senior night, senior Mia Knobbe gets honored by her friends, family members, and teammates, and receives a medal to commemorate her hard work and effort over the years. Knobbe is continuing soccer after high school, and will be attending and playing for Kansas State University.

#clickoftheweek 5/10/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 9, 2024
Board members Julie Scott, David Lewis, Katie Lyczak and Jason Goodson listen to parents, teachers, and students voice their concerns at the regulatory school board meeting. This meeting was held Oct. 19, at Peine Ridge Elementary and lasted nearly five hours. The school board and Dr. Tormala met in an emergency meeting on April 11 when it was determined that she will take an immediate sabbatical and retire from the district by the end of the year.

Wentzville Superintendent Receives Generous Payout to Step Down Amid Controversy

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 7, 2024
Foreign exchange student Anne Fukushima signs a solo during the fall choir concert.

[Photo] Meet Anne Fukushima

Shae Earle and CJ Jefferson
May 7, 2024
Senior Grace Edney, who performs as Feste, sits down next to Countess Olivia, played by sophomore Mak Barnes, as she grieves the loss of her brother.

Playing On: Liberty’s Drama Program Gets Nominated for Three Awards

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 2, 2024
During National Commitment Day, senior Isabella Gamm places a pin on the map to show where she will be attending in the fall. Gamm will be attending Mizzou this coming fall.

#clickoftheweek 5/3/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
May 2, 2024
A chart of all the categories and contests of the April 24. Film Festival

[Photo] Lights, Camera, Action: Liberty Hosts 8th Annual Film Festival

Caitlin McDonnell, Reporter
April 29, 2024
Senior Carter Ashby watches as the golf ball soars in the air out of frame during a four-way tournament held on April 19.

#clickoftheweek 4/26/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
April 25, 2024
Sophomore Tyler Bugg (center) cries out as Count Malvolio as fellow castmates belt out the tune of "You're the Worst" during the spring production of "Twelfth Night."

#clickoftheweek 4/19/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
April 19, 2024
Senior Cohen Waldren hugs Robyn Taylor after receiving the Liberty Legends Award

[Photo] Liberty Legends Award Takes Its Debut

Lilly Brown, Social Media Manager
April 17, 2024
Dr. Danielle Tormala is on sabbatical effective immediately and will be resigning as district superintendent at the end of the school year. (provided by the WSD)

Wentzville Superintendent Abruptly Leaves District

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
April 12, 2024
Henry Ragsdale protects the ball from Chip Sodemann as he makes his way to the basket.

[Photo] A Different Style of Sharks and Minnows

Henry Sartain, Reporter
April 12, 2024
Senior Connor Higlin claps as he looks up to the partial eclipse as the sky gardually gets darker.

#clickoftheweek 4/12/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief LHStoday.org
April 11, 2024
Sophomore Julia Miller performs a routine with the Liberty Spirit Squad during the annual Swofford game assembly, which was held on April 4 in the gymnasium. This is an annual fundraiser that provides two $1,000 scholarships for two Liberty seniors. This game resulted in the staff members winning 41-26, continuing their winning streak.

#clickoftheweek 4/5/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
April 5, 2024
The Final Seconds: Superior for Sport Feature/Reaction Photo

[Photo] Publications Program Brings Home Multiple Awards At Mizzou’s J-Day

LHS Publications
April 5, 2024
After a hard-fought race, Brad Welsh and David Biesenthal have won the 2024 Wentzville Board of Education election.

Welsh and Biesenthal to be New Wentzville Board of Education Members

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
April 3, 2024
The boys varsity basketball team link arms while in a line before reciting the national anthem. They would go on to play Fort Zumwalt North and win with a score of 65-41.

One More Shot

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
March 5, 2024
During the seventh annual talent show, junior Divya Kollipara performs a classic dance originating from southern India known as Bharatanatyam.” Dance means everything to me,” Kollipara said. “I can put in all my emotions into it and create an amazing performance that people can enjoy.” Kollipara said. At the end of the night, Kollipara was announced as the judges choice winner of the talent show. “I was not expecting to win, I felt very honored and grateful that I won.”

[Photo] Liberty Shows Off Its Talent

February 1, 2024
With a baton in hand, junior Terran Smith sprints around the track during the first home meet of the season on March 19.

#clickoftheweek 3/22/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
March 22, 2024
Choir teacher and music director Mr. Datz conducts the Select Treble Choir during their spring performance. The previous week, the select treble choir got a gold rating at the small and large ensemble festival.

[Photo] Choirs Present a ‘Wild and Precious Life’ at Spring Concert

Anthony Bruns, Reporter
April 4, 2024
Choir teacher and music director Mr. Datz conducts the Select Treble Choir during their spring performance. The previous week, the Select Treble Choir got a gold rating at the small and large ensemble festival.

#clickoftheweek 3/15/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
March 14, 2024
Senior Megan Geisler interviews Ethan Hagner about how the abrupt tornado warning has him feeling.

Abrupt Tornado Warning has Liberty Shelter in Place

Lilly Brown and Anna Simms
March 14, 2024
Senior Emina Topcagic hugs junior Brandt Cleppe after finding out her vocal solo performance was rated as exemplary on March 2. This ranking is the highest ranking, and means that she will go on to compete at the state level on April 26.

#clickoftheweek 3/8/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
March 7, 2024
The Liberty Jazz Bands recently participated in a jazz festival on Feb.26 where they got critical feedback on their performances from two clinicians. One clinician was Bijon Watson, who is famous for his work in La La Land, Secret Life of Pets, Despicable Me 2, and Epic. The other clinician was Todd Williams, four-time recipient of the SCAPs Plus Award for Composers, originally known for his saxophone and clarinet performance with the Wynton Marsalis Quintet and Septet and the Lincoln Center Jazz orchestra. He is now an Assistant Professor for the Music Education program at Indiana Wesleyan University. Overall, four different bands performed including North Point, Holt, Liberty's Jazz, and Jazz Too.

[Photo] Liberty Jazz Festival Day

Ellie Bartram and Zoe Snell
March 1, 2024
During the annual Coaches vs. Cancer game, the student section sways as the "Red Sea" is parted.

[Photo] Celebrating Coaches vs. Cancer

Parker Sethaler and Will Bohn
February 28, 2024
While dancing to the beats played by Mr. Wheeler, many students stopped and posed for the camera during the winter formal dance. With a theme of "A Night With the Lights" students attended on Feb. 24 to enjoy the night with the lights.

#clickoftheweek 3/1/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 29, 2024
During the opening ceremony of the Spring 2024 NSPA/JEA, members of LHS Publications proudly hold up the FAPFA plaque.

And Freedom for All

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 22, 2024
Mr. Sodemann goes in for a high five with senior Carter Ashby after an intense round of basketball during the annual Coaches vs. Cancer assembly.

#clickoftheweek 2/23/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 22, 2024
Senior Lincoln Rockette stands and cheers for his teammate after scoring a field goal into the hoop during a game against Fort Zumwalt South.

#clickoftheweek 2/16/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 15, 2024
Choir teacher Mr. Datz lays down a beat during the winter choir concert as the Acapella Club shows off their hard work.

[Photo] Acapella: Another Addition to the Music Community

Henry Sartain and Zander Killian
February 14, 2024
The varsity and junior varsity team members of the cross country hosted a breakfast fundraiser. Many different foods were made, including pancakes and sausages.

#clickoftheweek 2/9/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 8, 2024
Freshman Addison McCarthy sits down with Edward Tulane during a scene of the senior directed, "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane." This play was directed by A. Theodore

[Photo] Senior Directed One Acts

Kieran Howsare and Ellie Bartram
February 7, 2024
Sophomore Greyson Howard gains control of the puck while during a game on Jan. 9. against Holt.

[Photo] Hockey for a Lifetime

Liz Hayes, Lydia Hamby, and Zoe Snell
February 6, 2024
During the seventh annual talent show, junior Divya Kollipara performs a classic dance orginating from southern India known as Bharatanatyam. "Dance means everything to me," Kollipara said. "I can put in all my emotions into it and create an amazing performance that people can enjoy." At the end of the night, Kollipara was announced as the judges choice winner of the talent show. "I was not expecting to win, I felt very honored and grateful that I won," Kollipara said.

#clickoftheweek 2/2/24

Anna Simms, Editor-in-Chief of LHStoday.org
February 1, 2024
Will Albers (12) playing guitar during the talent show

[Photo] A Humble Beginning: The Making of Music

Keena Boschert, Reporter
February 7, 2024
Seniors Alysha Sims and Narra Robles go to do a handshake during their performance at the talent show.

[Photo] 2024 Liberty’s Got Talent Highlights

Braden Altrup, co Editor-in-chief Broadcast Media
February 1, 2024
During the seventh annual talent show, junior Divya Kollipara performs a classic dance originating from southern India known as Bharatanatyam.” Dance means everything to me,” Kollipara said. “I can put in all my emotions into it and create an amazing performance that people can enjoy.” Kollipara said. At the end of the night, Kollipara was announced as the judges choice winner of the talent show. “I was not expecting to win, I felt very honored and grateful that I won.”

[Photo] Liberty Shows Off Its Talent

Echo Brooke, Reporter
February 1, 2024
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