Independence Local Schools

Just a reminder that parents can view all of their children's lunch transactions at linqconnect.com! This link is also under FOOD SERVICES on our website!

✨ Wishing our Independence Local Schools community a bright, joyful, and inspiring start to 2026! ✨ Thank you for your continued support as we work together to cultivate a Legacy of Excellence. 💙💛 Happy New Year! 🎉

Take a moment to watch Episode 1 of Inside the Plan 🎥
Superintendent Kelli Cogan kicks off the series by interviewing Treasurer Jennifer Knapp, who explains how the proposed new PreK–8 school building would be funded. More episodes with guest speakers and helpful insights will be shared in the coming months.

Also, be sure to keep checking back to our webpage as we continue to add information, including dates for upcoming community meetings
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https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/page/future-facilities-planning

https://youtu.be/QAY_qCdMp0o

Testing in Game Mode...Corpuz' Geometry Class Play Transformation Golf Instead of Chapter Test

A great article by IHS Spectator arts editor Quincy Carlisle.
https://ihsspectator.com/1852/news/testing-in-game-mode/

❄️❄️ Winter Break is almost here! Independence Local Schools will be closed December 22–January 2. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful break! Classes resume on January 5, 2026. ⛄💙

Superintendent Kelli Cogan and Treasurer Jennifer Knapp walk us through the presentation given at the December 16 Board of Education meeting regarding the proposed PreK-8 school building and funding plan. Take a moment to watch!

https://youtu.be/grnBm32fHL0?si=ldZoG53VrGdwUr_K

Hands in Motion: Meet the ASL Honor Society Thank you, IHS Spectator photo editor Taylor Prosinski for sharing with us how learning American Sign Language is more than just memorizing signs!

https://ihsspectator.com/1687/news/hands-in-motion-meet-the-asl-honor-society/

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the wonderful parents who so thoughtfully recognized our Transportation Department. Your generosity and kindness truly meant so much to our team. Each staff member was surprised with a $100 Target gift card, a $20 Scratch gift card, beautiful cookies, and a keepsake magnet—along with a $300 gift card for the department to enjoy a Declaration of Independence luncheon or dinner together. These gestures were incredibly appreciated and genuinely made their day. We are so grateful for your continued support and thoughtfulness toward the dedicated staff who safely transport our students each and every day. ✨

Boing! Barbies bungee from balcony for Statistics and Probability is another great story written by IHS Spectator news editor Lilia Pawuk. Enjoy!

https://ihsspectator.com/2141/news/boing-barbies-bungee-from-balcony-for-statistics-and-probability/

Thank you to all who donated to the IMS Builders Club “Holiday Hope” Drive. We put together over 50 bags each with shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste/toothbrush, soap, lotion, hats/gloves/socks, and a sweet treat! These bags will be given out at The City Mission on Christmas Eve. Thank you ❤️

Check out this story written by IHS Spectator news editor Lilia Pawuk: Bio Society Tours Land Lab Trails

https://ihsspectator.com/2037/showcase/bio-society-hosts-a-post-pumpkin-hunt-hike/

Foods 101 students (3 classes) made 31 dozen cookies for St. Augustine Hunger Center. Made possible by the generous donations of students and staff!

Learning about all the clubs and extracurriculars at IPS tonight at our board of education!

Thank you, Ron and Lynne, for your years of service as a member of our Board of Education! You have helped create a legacy of excellence!

Check out this great story written by IHS Spectator student reporter Ryan Suhy ... Independence Hosts 18th Annual North Coast Tournament. https://ihsspectator.com/2199/showcase/independence-hosts-18th-annual-north-coast-tournament/

We’re proud of our Independence High School alumni and the ways they continue to cultivate a legacy of excellence beyond graduation. We are spotlighting our graduates in feature stories and/or videos to share their story, accomplishments, and favorite memories from IHS.

✔️ Are you an IHS alum doing something amazing?
✔️ Do you know a Blue Devil making a positive impact in their career, community, or beyond?

If you’re an IHS alum—or would like to nominate someone—please take a few minutes to complete our Alumni Feature Form below. We can’t wait to highlight the incredible people who continue to make Independence proud! Please email us any questions at news@independence.k12.oh.us.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd80_HhDo_nz6Bnl_bWmsAEJQ54q_qBQ0q8SLfOdYaBs_RmXw/viewform?pli=1

Help us shine a spotlight on the outstanding alumni who continue to strengthen our legacy of excellence!

Independence Middle School is closed today, Monday, Dec. 15. At some point early this morning, the main water line in the middle school cracked and caused flooding to the first floor. The building is without water, and we will need to do extensive cleanup. There will be no school for IMS students and staff today. We apologize for the inconvenience. We are working on getting this rectified as soon as possible.

Important update! Because of the IHS winter concert on the same night as our board presentation on a new PreK-8 building, we are moving the meeting time to 5:30 p.m. Please arrive at 5:30 IHS Media Center...that way you won't miss our wonderful concert!