June 4, 2026
As the 2025-26 school year came to a close, Independence Local Schools gathered for its annual End-of-Year Staff Meeting on Wednesday, June 3, to celebrate the dedication, service,...

June 4, 2026
From Worksheets to Wonder: Independence Local Schools Brings Science to Life Through New K-12 Curriculum Science classrooms across Independence Local Schools looked a lot diffe...

June 2, 2026
Independence Middle School recognized its eighth-grade students during a promotion ceremony held on the morning of June 2, marking an important milestone as students prepare to be...

June 2, 2026
As graduation approached, Independence High School seniors had one final opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and passions they developed throughout their high school ...

June 2, 2026
From the sidelines of Independence High School football games to the boardrooms of professional sports organizations, Independence High School alumna Lacey Mencl continues to demon...

June 1, 2026
The Independence High School Class of 2026 crossed the commencement stage on May 31, but their story extends far beyond graduation day. This accomplished group of 72 graduates leav...

June 1, 2026
As the school year came to a close, Independence Middle School students stepped beyond the classroom and into hands-on learning experiences that reinforced lessons, sparked curiosi...

May 26, 2026
On May 18, the Independence Board of Education proudly celebrated the academic accomplishments of its highest achieving students during the 39th Annual Academic Excellence Dinner h...

May 26, 2026
From the stage at Independence High School to the national stage in the public relations industry, Emily George continues to build a career rooted in leadership, communication, and...

May 22, 2026
Seventh graders at Independence Middle School recently stepped into the shoes of adulthood through the engaging “Real Money, Real World” program presented by the Ohio State Univers...

May 22, 2026
Lilly Ozog, a 2009 graduate of Independence High School, took her first steps toward a career in cosmetology through the Cosmetology program at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center. From...

May 22, 2026
On Thursday, May 21, Independence Middle School’s eighth-grade WIMS broadcasting class had the exciting opportunity to welcome legendary Cleveland radio broadcaster Ed “Flash” Fere...

May 22, 2026
Congratulations to John Walsh, a student at Independence High School who is enrolled in the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center's Electrical Systems program. Read more about John here ...

May 21, 2026
On May 21, fourth-grade students at Independence Primary School got a firsthand look at what lies ahead during Preview Day at Independence Middle School, giving them an exciting i...

May 18, 2026
Independence High School (IHS) junior Carmen Chen earned one of the most meaningful honors presented during the 11th annual Playhouse Square Dazzle Awards on May 16, receiving the ...

May 15, 2026
Learning looked a little different at Independence Middle School (IMS) on Friday, May 15, as students and staff took part in the school’s first-ever Mini Course Day, a unique expe...

May 13, 2026
Fifth-grade students at Independence Middle School had the opportunity to step into a variety of future careers during an engaging hands-on learning experience featuring Career Kit...

May 13, 2026
Independence Local Schools Superintendent Kelli Cogan joined fellow educational leaders as a panelist during the Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce State of the Schools event held...

May 12, 2026
Excitement and curiosity filled the air as fourth-grade students recently took part in Music Day on May 11, a hands-on introduction to the opportunities waiting for them in middle ...

May 11, 2026
As the 2025–26 school year comes to a close, Independence Local Schools is celebrating a successful first year of implementing the Bridges in Mathematics curriculum across grades P...
