🚀 Future Engineers in the Making! 🚀 Our second graders had so much fun with the Marshmallow Spaghetti Tower Challenge! ✨ Using only spaghetti noodles and marshmallows, they worked in teams to build the tallest freestanding structures. Along the way, they learned about stability, the design process, and teamwork—all while having a blast! 😄👏
We’re so proud of their creativity and collaboration! 💡💪
#STEM #DesignTechnology #Teamwork #CreativeKids #FutureEngineers #HandsOnLearning
On December 14, The IHS Student Council is hosting an Indy Kid-Free Night, where parents can drop off their student(s) for a safe, fun evening, and parents can enjoy a night out without their child(ren). Students in first through fourth grade are invited to attend. Pizza, games, crafts, movies, and the gym will be available to your child if they choose to attend. The cost is $30 per student and you can purchase a ticket through this link. The last day to sign up is Monday, December 9. The IHS Student Council looks forward to hosting this fun event for your child(ren)!
https://independence.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/456?es=n4u2ggluf44jb9pljeopi1e4jd&single=0
Swimming down memory lane 🌊💭 It's #ThrowbackThursday, and we're celebrating the timeless spirit of @SwimIhs. Here's to the victories past and present!
🍁 From our school family to yours, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments. 🍽️ Enjoy the holiday! 🦃
IPS fourth-grade students are once again participating in immersion projects during the school year. Our "SPA-IPS" experience takes 15 students into the world of cosmetology, where students will learn to work on "Manikins" for the next two weeks and conclude their experience with a salon and spa showcase for their invited guests. Immersion projects are facilitated by Amanda Jaronowski, our district Career Development Specialist, and are a partnership with the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center.
Welcome to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Our first graders had a blast in Design Technology creating their own "floats." Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🥧
https://youtu.be/5cvv6CHxMas
The Internet Safety parent presentation is happening now. Parents are being provided with detailed information on how to protect their child online.
Comment below if you remember having any of these Indy teachers during your #IHS years! 🧑🏫🎓 #ThrowbackThursday #IndyTeachers
Just a reminder! Independence Local Schools, in partnership with the City of Independence and the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) educational group, is set to host a vital Social Media and Tech Night for families on Thursday, November 21 from 6-8 p.m. in the Independence High School auditorium. This event aims to equip parents and adults with essential knowledge and tools to protect children and themselves from the potential risks associated with social media and online activities.
https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/article/1823533
Our IPS Junior Reporters are live in the newsroom with Mrs. Morosko. They are putting the finishing touches on their second edition of IPS Live! Stay tuned for their upcoming broadcast! ✨🎤
📚 It's Ohio Public Education Appreciation Week! 🍎
November 17-23 is all about celebrating our amazing public schools and the dedicated educators who make learning possible every day! From teachers and staff to bus drivers and cafeteria workers - every person plays a vital role in helping our students succeed. 🚌 ✏️
Join us in showing some iPride and gratitude for our public education heroes! 💙💛
#OhioEducation #ThankATeacher #iPride
In Design Technology, Mrs. Morosko guided IPS 4th-grade students in using Tinkercad to design marble mazes. They followed instructions to build the outer structure using precision and attention to detail, while designing unique paths for the center. This activity encouraged independent thinking and creativity for the students.
Hallo! Learning and exploring the great cultures from language clubs! 💙 🧑🏫 #TBT #LanguageClubs #LatinClub #GermanClub
Touchdowns, tackles, and a whole lot of girl power 💙🏈 #ThrowbackThursday #PowderpuffGame
🚌 Did You Know? 🛠️
The unsung hero of Independence Local Schools is our bus mechanic, Al DiGiandomenico! 👨🔧
In October, the State Highway Patrol came to inspect our school buses, and guess what? 🚨 They all passed with flying colors! 💯
That's all thanks to Al's hard work and dedication. 💪 As the only mechanic for our entire fleet of 17 buses, he's constantly inspecting, repairing, and maintaining our buses to ensure the safety of our students and drivers. 🚎
Al is always 'in, out, under the bus and hood,' making sure every vehicle is in top shape. 🔧 He never fails an inspection, and we're so grateful for his incredible efforts! 👏
Let's give a big shout-out to Al, our MVP bus mechanic at Independence Local Schools! 🏆
📚🔬🎨 DID YOU KNOW? 🖥️🛠️
IHS is amping up STEAM education this year!
- We've expanded our STEAMLAB opportunities 🚀
- It's a student-directed, project-based class
- Students work with Mr. Palumbo (Computer), Mr. Morefield (Art), AND Mr. Foor (Industrial Tech)
- Projects integrate multiple tech mediums
- Students create their own semester-long plan in the first two weeks
- Teachers guide and teach skills, but learning is student-driven
At IHS, we're powering up creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning! 💡
#STEAM #ProjectBasedLearning #IndependenceInnovates #IHSEducation
Happy Halloween from your IPS staff! #iPride
Drone footage of our IPS Halloween Parade! https://youtu.be/5POnyAhlgJw
Stepping back to 1958 with our incredible Modern Dance and Tumbling team! 💃🤸♂️ #BlueDevils #BlueAndGoldPride #TBT
I-Pride Week is happening this week at IPS! Students are exploring themes of joy, togetherness, wellness, bravery and kindness through engaging activities and fun dress-up days. A highlight was the outdoor pep assembly on "Together Tuesday," where members of the IHS Marching Band and other high school students came to share the importance of kindness with the elementary students. Check out the video highlight to see all the school spirit! We used drone footage taken from our NEW IPS Drone Club! 👇
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vywZDiJ-vKMKr08swOW4YQ75WewiZGcQ/view
