Independence Primary School

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...

Mike Gruber, long-time art teacher at Independence Primary School, has been honored as a 2024 Northeast Region Outstanding Art Teacher by the Ohio Art Education Association (OAEA)...

In a touching display of gratitude and community, Independence Primary School (IPS) rolled out the red carpet for its very own veteran families, hosting a special Veterans Day pro...

From October 28 to November 1, the students and faculty of Independence Primary School came together to celebrate their annual I-Pride Week, a joyful event focused on fostering co...

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...

The Independence High School (IHS) Marching Band invites the community to "Sounds of the Stadium" on Sunday, October 27 at 3 p.m. at the school's Stan Skoczen Stadium. This h...

TJ Ebert, the principal at Independence Primary School, and also the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators (OAESA) president-elect, was featured in a Q&A article in...

Michele Crum's enrichment classes at Independence Primary School have taken learning to a whole new level. This fall, students were introduced to Breakout EDU boxes, transforming ...

Independence Primary School (IPS) hosted a Welcome Breakfast for their new elementary students this past September. Guidance Counselor Brooke Gradert organized this event which ai...

In a time when school districts across the nation are grappling with staffing shortages, Independence Local Schools is taking proactive steps to ensure its students have safe and ...

The crisp September air was filled with laughter and excitement as Independence Primary School (IPS) PTO hosted its annual Breakfast Buddies Walk on September 19 and 20. The two-d...

Dear Families and Community Members, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to share an important update regarding our student seating arrangement in the bleachers at the ...

At Independence Primary School (IPS), recess is no longer just a break from learning—it's become a crucial part of the curriculum. This year, the school has launched an innovative...

As the sun rose on the first day of the 2024-25 school year at Independence Primary School (IPS), the halls buzzed with more than just the usual back-to-school excitement. This ye...

Independence Primary School (IPS) is taking a significant step forward in literacy education with the adoption of the McGraw Hill Wonders program. On Wednesday, August 20, the sch...

The halls of Independence Primary School (IPS) came alive with excitement and joy as students returned for the 2024-2025 school year. The school administration and staff pulled ou...

Independence Primary School (IPS) is continuing to build on the success of its Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, a school-wide initiative designed to ...

Dear Independence Families! I am so excited for our first home football game of the season! As many of you know, our stadium had a significant facelift, with new home bleachers a...

Independence Primary School (IPS) is continuing to build on the success of its Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, a school-wide initiative designed to ...

We can't wait to see your pictures! Feel free to print out your sign and have your child hold it while you take their first day of school pictures! You can share your pics by e...