Independence Local Schools

The Integrated Preschool Program at Independence Primary School currently has openings for the 2025-2026 school year. Information about our program and application can be found be...

In an exciting collaboration between Independence Primary School (IPS) and Cleveland's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this year's fourth-grade class will create a mural that will be fe...

Victor Walchanowicz, a junior at Independence High School, is enrolled in the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center’s (CVCC) Construction Trades program under the mentorship of Paul Yurav...

Independence High School will honor four exceptional alumni athletes in its 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame class, featuring a collection of record-holders, state champions, and multi-...

Click here for the 2025-2026 school calendar. You can also find it on the district website.

Independence Local Schools is appointing Matthew Burns as the new head coach of the Independence Blue Devils varsity football team, pending Board approval at their regular meeting...

🎓 What an exciting day for our future Blue Devils! Our 7th and 8th graders got a taste of high school life during their special visitation day at Independence High School on Frida...

The power of community spirit was on full display at Independence Local Schools this holiday season! What started as a simple Facebook suggestion from a thoughtful parent in early...

Stephen Mlynarczyk is proving that career paths can run in the family. A junior at Independence High School, Stephen is currently enrolled in the Electrical Systems program at Cuy...

Independence Local Schools transformed its fieldhouse into a celebration of inclusivity on December 11, hosting the Empower Sports Inclusive Sports Day. The event brought together...

On December 11, Independence High School celebrated the achievements of four talented student-athletes who committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers at prestigio...

In a heartwarming display of community service, Independence Middle School's (IMS) fifth-grade students and teachers transformed their cafeteria into a meal preparation hub on Dec...

Young innovators at Independence Primary School transformed an ordinary classroom into an engineering laboratory during an exciting STEM challenge that proved learning can be deli...

On December 3 Independence Primary School welcomed local heroes with four legs as trained police K9 dogs visited the school. These K9 dogs recently graduated from their six-week c...

The National Honor Society at Independence High School (IHS) held its annual induction ceremony on November 25. Principal Michael Janatovich delivered the welcome remarks, highlig...

Independence High School's "Worst Case Scenario" class visited Cuyahoga Valley Career Center's Automotive Program. Students learned essential auto skills, including jump-starting ...

On November 20, fourth graders at Independence Primary School embarked on a field trip to the Hunger Network and Front Steps. This experiential learning activity connected to the ...

The week of November 14-16, a group of Independence High School seniors traveled to New York City. The three-day trip provided students with the opportunity to visit iconic landma...

On November 26, the annual Independence Primary School (IPS) Mental Health Day was held at the Independence Civic Center. Students from kindergarten through fourth grade rotated t...

Independence Local Schools Superintendent Kelli Cogan has established a new Student Advisory Committee to directly engage with students and gather feedback on their school experie...