Independence Local Schools

What is a winter concert without Sleigh Ride and 12 Days of Christmas? 🎄🎶 #TBT #WinterConcert

Families, We are staying with the two hour delay today. Therefore, school will be in session today, Thursday, December 5. If you did not get a phone call from me this morning, please contact your child's school to ensure your phone number is in the system. As a reminder, AM Preschool is canceled. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make sure our students and staff are safe. Thank you, Kelli Cogan Superintendent

Independence Local Schools are on a two hour delay due to inclement weather conditions. This is a two hour delay and at this time is not a full day closure. Decisions for the rest of the day will be made within the next hour or two. If you are a bus rider, your pick up time will be two hours later than normal...same thing if you are dropping off your student...two hours later than the regular time. AM Preschool is canceled as well. Thank you and be safe.

A toast to the merriment of a Madrigal Christmas Dinner hosted by the Independence Music Department! Like this post if you have attended one of these grand dinners. 👑🎭#ThrowbackThursday #FeastAndFrolic

Due to unforeseen staff shortages caused by illness and injury, we regret to inform you that bus schedules will be affected this afternoon. To ensure all routes are covered, we will need to consolidate services. High school and middle school students who ride Bus 7 will be dismissed early at 2:20 p.m. and are expected to arrive home approximately 20 minutes earlier than usual. Students on Bus 8 may experience delays of 10 to 20 minutes. Primary school students who ride Bus 7 will likely arrive home about 30 minutes later than their normal schedule. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Parents who prefer to pick up their children directly from school are welcome to do so. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work through these challenges.

🚀 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! 🏆