Grateful to spend the morning with our 6th graders and their families for this All-Pro Parent Breakfast! 💙💛
8th graders had the opportunity to visit the Independence Historical Society today! Some may have chosen to stay longer than others... 🤣
Last night, IMS student athletes and their families gathered together to celebrate the end of the season with an IMS Fall Sports Banquet! It was a night where our middle school cheer 📣, cross country 🏃♀️🏃♂️, football 🏈, and volleyball 🏐 coaches took some time to recognize just what makes our student athletes so special.
Thank you to all our amazing coaches, athletes, and families for making this year's Fall sports season such a memorable one! 💙💛
Eighth grade Web leaders joined the fifth graders for recess today! They played gaga ball, tether ball, volleyball, and kickball! 💙💛
📚 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
Hope you've all had a great weekend! Here's a look at what's on the horizon from this week's IMS News Update:
https://conta.cc/4fbBWEx
Mrs. Whitacre's 7th Grade FCS students planned a lab to decorate cookies for a contest today! 🍪 Every group was assigned a different spooky theme 🎃👻🦇🧙♀️ The students were so creative with their decorations and had so much fun! 💙💛
Today IMS was honored to host author and engineer Rebecca Barone! 💙💛 Our 5th and 6th graders participated in an assembly, Q&A session, and autograph signing ✍️ this morning. Students enjoyed hearing about how she was able to combine her background in math and science with her love of reading 📚 to form the basis of her successful career as an author!
Yesterday, aspiring scientists in the Independence Junior Biology Society attended a fall hike at the Land Lab 🍁 🐸🐞🐾 Students took time to observe the ways the woodland organisms prepare for winter, as well as spent individual time exploring!
🚲 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! 🚴♀️
Just a reminder! We are conducting our mandatory bus evacuation drills Thursday morning. Be sure your student dresses for the weather! Thank you!
Hope you've all had a great weekend! Here's a look at what's on the horizon from this week's IMS News Update:
https://conta.cc/4eSc5B3
In honor of the Guardians moving on to the ALCS, IMS will be having a special spirit day tomorrow! Show your support by wearing your Guardians gear or red, white and blue! ❤️🤍💙
🎵On the road again 🎶
This year's 8th graders are officially on their way to Washington DC!! Wishing you all safe travels and great memories along the way! 💙💛
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! 🎉
Reminder: blue & gold spirit day tomorrow in honor of Homecoming weekend!! 💙💛
Here's a look at what's on the horizon from this week's IMS News Update:
https://conta.cc/4gQvnZu
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! 💪
Did you Know?
IMS staff and students completed their annual iReady test benchmarks for math and reading!
📊 Early testing provides valuable insights into students' starting levels.
📈 This data helps track growth and progress throughout the year.
👩🏫 Teachers can tailor instruction more effectively.
🎯 Each student receives the support they need to achieve their academic goals.
We're excited to see the growth ahead for the school year! 🚀
