Independence Middle School

A huge thank you to IMS alumni Casey Adams for coming back home to inspire our 7th graders today! Casey, now in her second year at West Point, shared her incredible journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and the determination it takes to lead with integrity. Our students were locked in as she talked about grit, teamwork, discipline, and believing in yourself even when things get tough. They walked away with powerful reminders about perseverance, goal-setting, and the importance of character both in and out of the classroom. We are so thankful for Casey’s time, her honesty, and the pride she brings back to IMS. Once a Blue Devil, always a Blue Devil! 💙 Thank you, Casey! You are an inspiration to our students and our entire school community.

Juice lovers, get ready! IMS Student Council is hosting a Juice Bar Fundraiser this Monday, November 24 at lunch! Apple cider, Sunny D, lemonade, zero-sugar lemonade, Hawaiian Punch -all for just $2! Cash only!

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! 🗞️ Come on down to IMS tonight for our final showing of Newsies! Our cast has been carrying the banner all weekend with incredible talent, energy, and heart and tonight is your last chance to see them seize the day and light up the stage! 7:00pm. From show-stopping vocals to powerhouse choreography, these students have poured everything into bringing this story to life. Let’s pack the house, cheer them on, and make this final performance one to remember. Don’t miss it. It’s time to seize the day, IMS! 🗞️🎭

Builders Club is hosting its annual canned food drive THIS week🥫! Bring your 💰 and 🥫each morning to the lobby from 7:20-7:30am. They are also selling raffle tickets 3/$1 at lunch for a chance to pie a teacher 🥧 or bowl a turkey 🦃 🎳!

🗞️ Extra! Extra! Read all about it! The Independence Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Drama Club is excited to present Disney’s Newsies JR.! Join us as our talented student-performers bring this high-energy, crowd-pleasing musical to life — from delivering the papers to making the headlines!

📅 November 21 & 22
🕖 7 PM
📍 IMS Auditorium
🎟️ $8 General Admission (QR code on flyer for tickets)

Come support our amazing cast, crew, and production team as they share this inspiring story on stage. You won’t want to miss it! 🎭✨

Hurricane Leadership Conference Highlights! Last week, a group of our incredible 6th grade leaders had the amazing opportunity to take part in the Brooklyn City Schools Hurricane Leadership Conference, alongside several other Northeast Ohio schools. Our Blue Devils shined! They learned powerful leadership skills, teamwork strategies, and ideas they can’t wait to bring back and share with their classmates. We are so proud of the way they represented IMS! Way to lead the way, Devils! 💙

Friday's Tailgate-Themed Popcorn Pop-Up was an absolute hit! Our kids loved the fun vibes, the spirit, and of course the delicious popcorn! 🏈 We are so grateful for our amazing PTO for always bringing the energy and creating these memorable moments for our students. Thank you for all you do to make IMS such a special place!

Today’s assembly was truly special! Our amazing student speakers honored our veterans with heartfelt words, our music program filled the room with beautiful songs, and we were inspired by a powerful and motivational speech from Michael Greene, the father of our very own Mr. Greene. Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so meaningful and most importantly, thank you to all who have served. 💙❤️ Happy Veterans Day!

Our 6th grade students shined bright last night during their Student-Led Conferences! They confidently shared their Quarter 1 accomplishments, goals, and growth with their families-showcasing just how much they’ve learned and achieved so far this year. A huge thank you to our incredible 6th grade team for preparing students so thoughtfully and giving families such a meaningful opportunity to celebrate their learners’ success!

Our Spanish classes celebrated *Día de los Muertos* in a colorful and meaningful way! Students painted candy skulls, learned about the importance of honoring loved ones through an *ofrenda*, and sampled some delicious traditional treats. What a fun and thoughtful way to explore culture, art, and tradition!

We are honored to celebrate and recognize the brave men and women who have served our country. The IMS and IHS Veterans Day Program will take place on Monday, November 10 at 8:20 AM in the Independence High School Auditorium. The event will feature a guest speaker, special words from our students, and performances by our IMS Band and Choir. We warmly invite all veterans to join us for this meaningful celebration. Thank you for your service and sacrifice -we are deeply grateful.

Hungry for a good cause? Head to Layne’s Chicken in Parma today and support Independence Middle School Student Council! From 10:30 AM to close, 15% of your order will go right back to IMS -just mention “IMS StuCo” or show this flyer when ordering. ✅ Dine-In or Drive-Thru orders count 🚫 Online orders do not apply Let’s fill Layne’s with Blue Devil pride and enjoy some amazing chicken while giving back to our school! 📍 1350 W Pleasant Valley Rd, Parma, OH 44134

Mark your calendars! This is a show you won't want to miss!

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!

Day of the Ages was a huge success! From babies to grandparents, our Blue Devils showed up with amazing spirit and creativity. Can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow in their Halloween costumes-it’s going to be spooktacular! 👻

💗 On Wednesdays, we wear pink! 💗 Today our students proudly showed their support for Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing pink throughout the building. It was amazing to see our halls filled with color, compassion, and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined in to raise awareness and show that IMS stands together for a great cause!

Our halls were full of creativity today with the most outrageous, colorful, and crazy hats you can imagine! Tomorrow, we keep the spirit going-wear pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness and show your Blue Devil heart for a great cause! 💕

Huge shout out and thank you to Mr. Scarcella for coming to speak to 6th graders during advisory on his experience as a pilot in the U.S. Marine Corps and what it means to be a veteran. Thank you 🇺🇸 The 6th graders are taking part in the Wounded Warrior program to honor and serve vets as we approach Veterans Day.