This week at lunch, our IMS students had the chance to spread a little kindness at our “No Tricks, Just Treats” table! Students could send a sweet “treat” to a friend -a positive note, message, or affirmation- to brighten someone’s day. The table was full of smiles, laughter, and thoughtful messages as students reminded each other that the best kind of treat is a kind word. It was a fun way to celebrate the season while building positivity and connection across grade levels!
Mark your calendars! This is a show you won't want to miss!
No school on Tuesday, November 4 for our students!
Just a reminder to 7th and 8th-grade parents!
IMS wrapped up October with our Halloween-themed Grade Gatherings today, and our students did not disappoint! From festive costumes to plenty of school spirit, it was a fun way to celebrate the end of the first quarter together. As we reflect on these first few months, we are so proud of our students for their hard work, growth, and positive choices. Every day, they continue to show what it truly means to be a Blue Devil- demonstrating kindness, leadership, and excellence both in and out of the classroom.
This week, our 8th graders became paleontologists in the making! Students explored the different types of fossils and how they are formed, then had the chance to excavate their own fossils and use them to model rock strata. It was a hands-on learning experience full of discovery and fun!
Remember to exercise your right to vote on Tuesday, November 4. There are several races for both City Council and the Independence School Board. Polls will be open from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM at the Civic Center on Election Day. If you missed the Meet The Candidates Night on October 16, you can watch it by clicking the link below. All City Council and School Board members were invited to attend the event, which was organized by Independence Local Schools and led by Independence High School students.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHIV6W6cc5Y&t=7409s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHIV6W6cc5Y&t=7409s
🎮🍄 Powering up for Halloween! Our Independence Primary School staff went full Super Mario mode this year — bringing smiles, creativity, and a whole lot of school spirit to Halloween! 💙💛 From Mario and Luigi to Princess Peach and Bowser, our team knows how to make learning (and celebrating!) a game worth playing.
👑🍎 Mirror, mirror on the wall…who has the fairest Central Office team of all? Our Independence Schools Central Office staff brought fairy-tale fun to Halloween as Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs! 🎃✨ Their teamwork & spirit make every day a happily ever after! 💙💛
This week, 1st graders at IPS in Design Technology are investigating motion and force by exploring how a ball can speed up, slow down, or change direction. Their design challenge: create a marble run that keeps the marble moving for the longest duration possible. Incredible collaboration and innovation from our young thinkers!
The student newspaper, "The Spectator," is officially live. New stories published daily at www.ihsspectator.com. This is the 1st edition in 15 years! Great job to the students in Mrs. Kanzinger's news writing class.
🎃 Our seventh graders got into the Halloween spirit with a spooky cookie decorating competition — and the monsters took the win!
We’re proud to share this video recap of the first quarter at Independence Middle School! From academics and the arts to teamwork and community service, our students embraced every opportunity to grow and shine. Enjoy this look back at all they’ve achieved so far! 💙💛
Where we belong!
Where we build culture!
Where we play!
Where we learn and succeed!
Where we explore!
Where we are proud!
https://youtu.be/nvXTt_IiCU0?si=ik_9sB_CCI5lkAh6
Where we belong!
Where we build culture!
Where we play!
Where we learn and succeed!
Where we explore!
Where we are proud!
https://youtu.be/nvXTt_IiCU0?si=ik_9sB_CCI5lkAh6
Our make-up meeting for 7th & 8th grade parents has been rescheduled to Monday, November 3 at 6 p.m. in the IHS auditorium. Join Principal Mike Janatovich to learn more about the pathways for graduation, programs, and opportunities available for all IHS students. While the presentation is geared toward parents, students are welcome to attend too!
If you’re unable to make it, please reach out to schedule an individual meeting.
We hope to see you there! 💙💛
#CultivatingALegacyOfExcellence
If you’re unable to make it, please reach out to schedule an individual meeting.
We hope to see you there! 💙💛
#CultivatingALegacyOfExcellence
The halls at IHS smelled like a bakery this week—think Texas Roadhouse rolls and Crumbl-style cookies! 🍪👏 Great work, Foods 101 students!
Our 8th graders learned how to make crepes in Mrs. Whitacre's class this week. Oh la la!!
Our seventh graders made delicious personal pizzas in Mrs. Whitacre's class this week!
7th and 8th Grade Night at IHS (Make-up Day) . . . Please note the change of date to Monday, November 3 at 6 p.m. in the IHS auditorium. Thank you!
It was an a-MAZE-ing mix of creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in action! 💡✨Our 3rd graders put their coding and engineering skills to the test this week! Using the Design Process, each group created their own maze then coded their Dash robot to navigate through it. Students applied key coding concepts like Loops and Sequencing, collaborating to test, troubleshoot, and improve their designs. Next week they will test and code their way through each other’s mazes!
UPDATE: 2:45 pm - Families can access ProgressBook once again. Thank you!
ProgressBook is currently experiencing an outage, and families are unable to access it at this time. We’ll keep everyone updated once it’s back online. Thank you for your patience!