Independence Local Schools

📚 Did you know? School buses are the safest way for kids to get to school! This National School Bus Safety Week, let's appreciate our bus drivers. 👏 #ThankABusDriver

Did You Know? 🤔 IPS is launching a Drone Club this school year! 🚁✨ 📅Starting early November, running for 6 weeks 📚Week 1: Intro to Drones - Laws and Regulations 🎮Week 2: Basic Operation ✈️Weeks 3-4: Flight Skills 🏆Weeks 5-6: Drone Skills and Maneuvers 📸Learn Aerial Photography 🛠️Work on Drone Projects 🎁6 drones purchased with PTO support 👥First session: 12 4th grade students 👨‍🏫Led by Mr. Gruber Independence Primary School - Where innovation takes flight! 🏫🚀

📚 DID YOU KNOW? 📖 IHS is partnering with Cuyahoga County Public Library to empower our students! - We're working to get ALL students signed up for library cards 📇 - Most of our students currently don't have one - Free resources include: - Academic databases for authentic research 🔍 - Books and audiobooks 🎧 - Free printing (10 B&W or 4 color pages daily) 🖨️ - Access to paywalled magazines and newspapers 📰 - Music services 🎵 These resources prepare students for life after high school! Parents, watch for more info soon. You can opt out if preferred. At IHS, we're opening doors to a world of knowledge! 🌟 #IHSReads #LibraryPartnership #StudentResources #LifelongLearning

2-4-6-8 – #TBT is really great! Does anyone recognize these #BlueDevils from the 1970s?

🚲 Did You Know? Bike Safety Edition! 🚲 📚 This week at Independence Middle School: 👮‍♀️ Officer Collise taught us about bike laws and safety! 🏫 All grade levels participated 🤝 We're grateful for our partnership with the Independence Police Dept.! 🚴‍♂️ Stay safe and have fun cycling! 🚴‍♀️

Did You Know? 🤔 IPS has incorporated an intervention block into the school day! 🏫⏰ 🎯Targets support to personalize instruction 📚Strengthens foundational skills in reading, math, and more 📊Uses assessment data to inform instruction 👥Fosters stronger student-teacher relationships 🌟Boosts student self-confidence 🤝Enhances teacher collaboration and strategy sharing 🔄Allows for continuous improvement through reflection 📈Enables regular progress monitoring and adjustment Independence Primary School - Creating a supportive, responsive, and effective learning environment! 🏆

Mrs. Crum's enrichment classes at Independence Primary School recently used Breakout EDU boxes! 📦🔓 🧩Turns learning into an interactive, puzzle-based experience 🧠Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving 👥Promotes teamwork and collaboration 🎮Makes learning feel like an exciting game 📚Engages various learning styles (reading, observing, listening) ⏳Develops real-world skills like time management 🎉Provides immediate feedback, sustaining motivation Independence Primary School - Where learning is an adventure! 🏫🌟

Just a reminder! We are conducting our mandatory bus evacuation drills Thursday morning. Be sure your student dresses for the weather! Thank you!

🏆 Did You Know? 🤼‍♂️ IHS is pinning down success! 🥇 🔥 We've been chosen to host the 2025 OHSAA Northeast Ohio Div 3 District Wrestling Tournament! Feb. 28 & March 1 🔄 This is a back-to-back honor after our stellar performance hosting in 2024! Here's why this is a big win for IHS: 🏡 Our district qualifiers get to compete on home turf! 💰 Extra revenue from concessions to support our programs 🌟 Chance to showcase our top-notch facilities at IHS and the Fieldhouse We're ready to roll out the mats and welcome the best wrestlers in Northeast Ohio! 💪 Mark your calendars for this epic event! 📅 #IHSWrestling #OHSAAWrestling #IndependenceProud #HighSchoolSports

We want to know…how many former #BlueDevilMarchingBand members are following us on Social Media? Comment below with your instrument!

Senior Sofia Smotek shares how IHS's diverse class offerings have sparked new interests and expanded her horizons. At IHS, we believe in nurturing curiosity and helping students uncover hidden passions. #iPride

📚🌱 Did You Know? 🌿🏫 IPS is taking learning outdoors! 🌞 🏆 With help from our amazing PTO, IPS secured a Dominion grant to revamp our courtyard and introduce sustainable learning tools! 🏡 One exciting addition: A brand new greenhouse near our pavilion! 🌼🍅 This green space will offer our students: 🔬 Hands-on plant biology lessons ♻️ Sustainable practices education 💧 Resource management skills 🌎 Ecosystem study opportunities Our greenhouse isn't just a building – it's a living laboratory where students can grow their knowledge! 🌱📚 Stay tuned for more updates on our blossoming outdoor learning space! 🌺🌻🌼

Congratulations Tommy and Alberta! Our IHS 2024 Homecoming King and Queen!

It's National Principals Month! Our principals at Independence Local Schools are simply the best! Thank you for your incredible leadership and for always putting students first! 🎉

Writing her own success story at IHS! #iPride

Do you recognize any #BlueDevilVolleyball athletes in this #ThrowbackThursday photo?! 🏐🩵

Because of the success of the IPS drama program and the demand for students to be a part of the production, the school is offering it to third and fourth-grade students this school year. For second-grade students, we are offering a six-week session for our second-grade artists to grow under a professional director and choreographer. This will help prepare them for the IPS drama production in third and fourth grades. The six-week program will end with a culminating showcase on October 24, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Civic Center. The Junior Drama Club will foster creativity, confidence, and teamwork among our students. From the outset, the club provided a welcoming space for students to explore their imaginations and express themselves. In addition to performance skills, the club nurtures essential social skills. Participants will learn to communicate effectively, listen to one another, and provide constructive feedback. These experiences translate into improved interactions in the classroom and foster a sense of community among classmates.

Congrats, IMS for being recognized as an ODEW Purple Star School for its commitment to military students & families. Ohio School Boards Association recognized IMS tonight at their fall conference. https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/article/1554053

So much appreciation for all of our custodial and maintenance staff! Thank you for all you do! #iPride

The IMS football team recently had an incredible opportunity to share a meal with our local heroes from the Independence Fire Department! 🏈🚒 🍽️ Students enjoyed dinner while engaging in meaningful conversations 🚒 They received a heartfelt firehouse tour 🤝 This event emphasized gratitude, community, and the importance of service A big thank you to IFD for their dedication and for fostering connections between our young athletes and those who protect our community every day! 💪