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March 20, 2024
Independence Local Schools appointed Jennifer Knapp as the district's new treasurer, following the approval of her contract by the Board of Education at their meeting on March 19....
![mean girls](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_d429ae76-3ec9-4349-9fda-10b58c5709cf.jpeg)
March 18, 2024
Independence High School's Drama Club presented "Mean Girls: High School Version" on March 15 & 16 at 7 p.m. in the IHS auditorium. "Mean Girls: High School Version" was the "fet...
![tj ebert and student](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_bcde4dfe-cfa1-47ab-b6ce-d384c6ae6e02.jpeg)
March 18, 2024
On March 13, civic leaders, school alumni and business professionals from Independence and surrounding communities volunteered to interview the sophomores at Independence High Sch...
![one school one boook](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_de923070-2f99-4c76-a2b3-effcdba9831a.jpeg)
March 15, 2024
The staff at Independence Primary School was brimming with excitement as they announced a special project in partnership with the IPS PTO. The school would be embarking on an all-...
![Mike Foor](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_dd61659d-48b8-4fa2-aa69-64b76abaf450.jpeg)
March 13, 2024
The Independence Alumni Association recognized the accomplishments and achievements of long-time educator industrial technology teacher Mike Foor and past biology teacher and foun...
![Independence Primary School Art Show Takes Families Around the World](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_22f99a17-919c-4e38-ad92-bc37f18f80ec.jpeg)
March 12, 2024
On the evening of March 7, more than 300 pieces of artwork created by Independence Primary School students were on display for their families to see at the school’s annual art sho...
![IMS Students Honored as Outstanding Leaders by Ohio Middle Level Association](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_4c14a47e-d5c7-4902-aa3f-a7b7e96cb117.png)
March 7, 2024
Independence Middle School eighth graders Penny McGurr and Adriana Randjelovic were recognized among Northeast Ohio's top student leaders at the 7th Annual Breakfast of Champions ...
![New Independence High School Elective Intended to Help Students Get Career-Ready](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_32a12033-7085-4cd9-9120-1302629948b0.png)
March 6, 2024
Independence High School students are learning about the world of work through a recently created and exciting new class entitled Career Exploration. The elective course features ...
![IPS Students Performed "Willy Wonka Jr." Musical](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_a76e7f0b-a51b-42c1-80ff-36df7ca001b6.jpg)
March 4, 2024
In Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir with a golden ticket to adventure, Willy Wonka Jr. the Musical was performed by the mo...
![ Independence Middle School Chefs Win 2024 Mystery Box Chef Competition with Their South of the Border Recipes](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_ad413137-42db-42e2-b934-587cceb5be78.jpg)
March 1, 2024
The Independence Middle School (IMS) food services staff recently won first place in the 2024 Mystery Chef Competition organized by Pisanick Partners and Gordon Foods. The contest...
![Cuyahoga Valley Career Center Student Spotlight](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_3bde165b-61cd-45f8-b73b-c487e75c51cb.jpg)
March 1, 2024
Charlie Meyer is a junior at Independence High School and is enrolled in CVCC’s Electrical Systems program instructed by Joseph McNamee. Charlie had a job doing some electrical wo...
![IHS Drama Club Presents "Mean Girls: High School Version"](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_149b2a84-0d12-4b8e-9ba1-08388a12f148.png)
February 27, 2024
Independence High School's Drama Club presents "Mean Girls: High School Version" on March 15 & 16 at 7 p.m. in the IHS Auditorium. General admission is $12. "Mean Girls: High ...
![Independence Primary School Students Are Camping Out with a Good Book This Week](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_bf9f7897-f19d-4de4-958e-3379de48a055.jpeg)
February 26, 2024
Lights, sleeping bags, s'mores - it's time to camp out with a good book at Independence Primary School! February 26th marks the kickoff of the school’s 2024 Right-to-Read Week wit...
![Generous $350,000 Donation Boosts New Home Bleacher Project at Independence Local Schools’ Alumni Field at Stan Skoczen Stadium](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_b782d343-e4c1-4aac-ac27-5cc75319df22.png)
February 21, 2024
Independence Local Schools has received two anonymous donations that will allow the district to construct long-awaited new home bleachers at Alumni Field at Stan Skoczen Stadium. ...
February 21, 2024
In order to enroll for kindergarten at Independence Primary Schools, your child must be five years of age on or before August 1.
If your child is currently an IPS preschooler,...
![Generous $350,000 Donation Boosts New Home Bleacher Project at Independence Local Schools’ Alumni Field at Stan Skoczen Stadium](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_02dedde2-de2c-4cd8-bef6-a2599c285be4.png)
February 21, 2024
Independence Local Schools has received two anonymous donations that will allow the district to construct long-awaited new home bleachers at Alumni Field at Stan Skoczen Stadium. ...
![All In It Minute with Mr. T.J. Ebert, IPS Principal](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_d0bbba2b-ba1a-4890-b3e8-249092c06d8a.png)
February 21, 2024
We hope you'll take a few moments to watch our new "All in it Minute" video series! Superintendent Ben Hegedish talks with IPS Principal T.J. Ebert to learn a little bit more abou...
February 21, 2024
Independence Local Schools Superintendent Ben Hegedish announced his resignation at tonight’s school board meeting, sharing plans to depart the district and accept a leadership ro...
![Incredible Turnout at Independence Primary's Inaugural Happy Hearts Family Dance](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_360f2110-351b-463d-aad2-b8b3fd5f0bca.jpg)
February 6, 2024
More than 300 families totaling 500+ people turned out for joyful fun and dancing at the first annual Happy Hearts Family Dance hosted by Independence Primary School PTO on Saturd...
![Independence High School vocalists and instrumentalists performed extremely well on January 29 for the OMEA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Contest.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/independence_local_schools_ar/article/image/large_c662449a-34a7-426c-9702-ded307d5c00c.jpg)
January 29, 2024
Independence High School vocalists and instrumentalists performed extremely well on January 29 for the OMEA District 4 Solo and Ensemble Contest. Class A (most technically chall...