Independence Local Schools

📢 You're Invited! Join us for the Monday, April 7, 2025, Board of Education Meeting at 6 p.m. in the IHS Media Center to hear from Architectural Vision Group, Ltd. (AVG) about the results of our facilities assessment. AVG evaluated 23 critical building systems—including heating, roofing, electrical, security, and technology infrastructure—helping determine the best path forward for modernizing our schools. Don't miss this important discussion about the future of our district! 🏫🔍 #IndependenceSchools #FacilityPlanning #LegacyofExcellence

High school & college students! 🎉 Looking for a job this summer? Work with Independence Local Schools! ✔️ Flexible schedule ✔️ Fun team ✔️ Competitive pay 📅 June 5 - August 15 💰 $10.75/hr (HS Year 1) | $12.75/hr (College Year 1) – returning employees earn more! Fill out our interest form today: https://forms.gle/gpoTTQ1Qvb5SRdD86

Looking for a great summer job? ☀️ Independence Local Schools is hiring high school (16+) and college students for summer work! Flexible hours, a fun crew, and a great work environment await! 🏫💼 📅 June 5 - August 15 (or any time in between) 💰 Competitive pay 📌 General cleaning + other duties Fill out our interest form today: https://forms.gle/gpoTTQ1Qvb5SRdD86

Third graders at IPS visited with City of Independence leadership during their "Lunch & Learn" Career Speakers Series yesterday. Special thanks to the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Economic Development Director, City Engineer, Finance Director, Mayor's Office, and Community Services Department who were all represented. City officials rotated among lunch tables as students asked questions about their day-to-day responsibilities at work.

April is Month of the Military Child! We honor the strength, resilience, & sacrifices of military-connected children in our schools and beyond. These incredible students navigate unique challenges with courage and grace, and we are proud to support them. Join us in celebrating them all month long!

Paraprofessionals are the heart of our schools, providing encouragement, guidance, and support to students and teachers alike. 📚 From the classroom to small group instruction, they help make learning possible! Join us in thanking them today!

Congratulations to our seventh-grade Power of the Pen team for winning the Fourth Place team award at Regionals this past weekend. A special congratulations to Aubrey Volk for earning 6th place overall; Cam Bauman for winning 5th place overall; and, for the very first time in POP history, Camryn Clark for winning First Place Overall! ***36 teams competed with over 210 writers present. Also honored were  Cam Bauman and Freddie Averre for winning a Best of Round award at the district tournament in February. The state competition is on May 23rd! Thanks to Mrs. Vincz and Mrs. Sheehan for helping judge, too!

🍀✨ Leprechaun traps are in the making! ✨🍀 Our creative kiddos have been hard at work designing the ultimate leprechaun traps! With rainbows, gold, and plenty of sneaky tricks, they're hoping to catch a little mischief-maker just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀🌈🏗️ Will we finally catch one this year? Stay tuned! ☘️💚 #LeprechaunTraps #CreativeKids #STEMFun #LuckyDay

🌟 Professional Development Day: Growing Together! 🌟 Today, our staff is coming together for a meaningful Professional Development Day, focused on "Cultivating a Legacy of Excellence"—our newly adopted strategic vision. 📌 What’s happening today? ✅ Strategic Vision Roll-Out – Turning vision into action! 💡 ✅ Stop the Bleed Training with Independence Firefighter Austin Dapsis 🚑 ✅ PBIS Training & Building-Based PD – Strengthening our impact in every role 🏫 A huge thank you to our incredible staff for your dedication to learning, growing, and leading! #LegacyOfExcellence

Support Independence Music Boosters – Enter Our Virtual Raffle! Join us for an exciting Virtual Raffle Fundraiser running through March 12! All proceeds benefit the Independence Music Department. 🌟 Prizes include: 🏆 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Membership 🎭 Front-row tickets to "The Sound of Music" 🍽️ Dinner tickets to the IHS Music Banquet 🏊 Summer Pool Pass & More! Tickets are $5/each. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfne79y9VMrQZOR5ymjZW1VAjSQAtPY8zb3TBYXNYuA5mVfJw/viewform Live drawing on March 12 during the Music Boosters Meeting! Show your support and take a chance at winning big! Thank you for helping keep music alive in our schools. 🎶💙 #IndyMusicBoosters #SupportTheArts #VirtualRaffle

Our Independence High School Academic Challenge team competes on Newschannel 5 today at 11:30 AM! Be sure to tune in!

A huge round of applause for the incredible cafeteria staff at the Primary School! During a recent onsite audit by the state, they underwent a thorough review—covering production sheets, temperature logs, storeroom inventory, paperwork, and meal service procedures. The result? A flawless performance with zero deficiencies! Their dedication and hard work ensure that students receive nutritious, compliant meals every day. This is a true testament to their commitment to excellence—well done, team! 👏🎉

🌎✨ Join us for a journey Around the World in 80 Days! ✨🌎 📅 Thursday, March 13 ⏰ 6:00 - 7:30 PM 📍 Independence Civic Center Experience 70 different cultures as our talented 2nd & 6th graders bring the world to life! Enjoy delicious cultural cuisine, explore global customs & traditions, and celebrate the diversity in our community. 🌍🍽️🎶 📢 This FREE event is open to all—don't miss it! #IndependenceLocalSchools #CulturalFair #AroundTheWorld #CommunityEvent #LegacyofExcellence

Order on the court! Blue Devils are fighting to win! 🏆🏀 #ThrowbackThursday #BlueDevilBasketball

📢 Stay in the Know with Independence Local Schools! 📢 Are you receiving our district emails? 📨 If not, you're missing out on important updates, upcoming events, and news! Stay connected and be the first to know what's happening in our schools. 🔗 Sign up now! Click the link to start receiving district emails straight to your inbox. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/fNfHjS0 #StayConnected #DistrictNews #BeInTheKnow #LegacyofExcellence

A group of IMS Student Council members attended a Leadership Conference at North Royalton Middle School where they were inspired by keynote speaker Dee Hankins. The conference focused on the importance of resiliency and how it helps us overcome challenges and stay motivated in the face of adversity. Through engaging activities and insightful discussions, our students gained valuable tools and strategies to build their own resilience. They are now eager to share the lessons they learned with their peers, empowering everyone to embrace resilience and continue growing as leaders!

Memories fade, but photos are forever! 📸💙 #TBT #Classof2003

Independence Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tues., February 18, because of the extreme windchill expected. All afternoon activities are canceled, but as far as athletic events, the coaches will be contacting athletes. The Board of Ed meeting in the evening will still be held.

📢 FREE Mental Health First Aid Training 📢 Join us on Saturday, March 29, from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Independence Civic Center for a FREE Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training session. This valuable training will teach you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. We encourage parents, coaches, first responders, school personnel, business and faith community members, and all adults in the Independence community to attend. ✅ Registration required at www.independenceohio.org or call 216-524-7373. Don't miss this opportunity to gain essential skills that could help someone in need!

Happy Presidents Day! 🇺🇸 Let's celebrate the courage, vision, and leadership that have shaped our nation. Have a great day off, Blue Devils!