If you are interested in receiving babysitting services while attending the State of the Schools event on Wed, May 7 from 6-8 p.m. in the IMS auditorium, please fill out this form. Babysitting will be provided by members of the IHS NHS and Key Club. During the event, children will enjoy activities and a small snack! https://forms.gle/AEKKnnf1MWWn4mQd7
10 months ago, Independence Local Schools
Great Sunday morning at the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast! 🥞 It was wonderful seeing so many members of our community come together. A special thank you to our IMS Key Club students for selling their delicious hot chocolate and representing our school so well. Your leadership and service make us proud! ☕💙💛 #BlueDevilPride
about 11 hours ago, Independence Local Schools
Our 7th and 8th grade Dress to Impress Social was a fantastic night filled with great music, karaoke, snacks, and lots of memories made with friends! It was wonderful to see our students dressed up, having fun, and enjoying time together in such a positive way.
A huge thank you to our IMS Student Council for helping plan such a great event for their peers! We also want to recognize Ms. Csire, Mrs. Frate, Mrs. Satola, DJ Ian, and Mrs. Yaro for chaperoning, organizing, and helping everything run smoothly.
And a special thank you to our PTO for helping fund the event and making the night possible for our students.
Events like this help make IMS such a special place for our Blue Devils!
2 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Our 7th and 8th grade Dress to Impress Social was a fantastic night filled with great music, karaoke, snacks, and lots of memories made with friends! It was wonderful to see our students dressed up, having fun, and enjoying time together in such a positive way.
A huge thank you to our IMS Student Council for helping plan such a great event for their peers! We also want to recognize Ms. Csire, Mrs. Frate, Mrs. Satola, DJ Ian, and Mrs. Yaro for chaperoning, organizing, and helping everything run smoothly.
And a special thank you to our PTO for helping fund the event and making the night possible for our students.
Events like this help make IMS such a special place for our Blue Devils!
2 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Today we had the privilege of welcoming Brad Hurtig to speak with our students.
After experiencing a life-changing accident in high school, Brad chose resilience over defeat and his message was clear and powerful: “If there is a will, you will find a way.”
Our students were engaged, reflective, and truly moved by his story of perseverance, mindset, and determination. He challenged them to think about how they respond to adversity and reminded them that obstacles don’t define us-our response does.
Thank you to our amazing PTO for helping make this opportunity possible for our students. We are grateful for your continued support in bringing meaningful experiences like this to our school community.
10 days ago, Independence Local Schools
What an incredible evening at our District Choral Concert!
Our students truly embodied this year’s theme, “United Through Music,” as their voices came together in harmony, heart, and talent. There is something so powerful about music: it connects us, lifts us, and reminds us that we are stronger together. 💙
We are so proud of the dedication, confidence, and passion our singers showed on stage tonight. A huge thank you to our directors for their leadership and to our families for your continued support.
Bravo to all of our performers-you represented our Blue Devil community beautifully. 🎶🎤
10 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Congratulations to our 8th Grade Blue Devils on their big win last night over Kirtland! What an incredible team effort and a proud moment for IMS!
They’re headed to the championship game this Saturday at Perry — and we can’t wait to cheer them on!
Let’s pack the stands and show our Blue Devil pride!
Good luck, boys — finish strong! 💪🔥
10 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Chocolate croissants anyone? The halls at IMS smell so good after our 7th graders made these delicious treats in Mrs. Whitacre's class!
11 days ago, Independence Local Schools
💙💛 Blue Devil Indy Spirit Day Tomorrow! Blue Devils, let’s show up and show out! Tomorrow is Blue Devil Indy Spirit Day, and we’re asking everyone to wear their BLUE & GOLD to help support our amazing 8th grade Blue Devils basketball team as they take on Kirtland! 🏀 Game Time: 5:00 PM 📍 Location: IMS Let’s pack the gym, bring the energy, and cheer loud as our 8th graders represent Indy with PRIDE! 💪💙 Students, staff, families, and community — we hope to see you there! #BlueDevilPride #IndyStrong #8thGradeNight 💙
($3 at the door for adults)
12 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Today we proudly celebrate the incredible School Resource Officers who serve our Blue Devil community each and every day!
Our SROs are so much more than uniforms in our hallways-they are mentors, role models, partners, and trusted adults in the lives of our students. They build meaningful relationships, support during challenging moments, attend school events, and work closely with staff to ensure our building remains a safe, welcoming, and positive place for all.
We are deeply grateful for the partnership, professionalism, and care they bring to our school. Their presence strengthens our community and reinforces our shared commitment to supporting the whole child.
Thank you for all you do!
21 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Pizza. Conversation. Community. 🍕
Join Superintendent Kelli Cogan for Pizza with Kelli on March 11, 5:30–7 p.m. at The Declaration Tavern.
Learn more about the proposed PreK–8 school building project and ask your questions.
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
IMS- spirit day tomorrow!
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors of Independence Local Schools who support our students every day—academically, socially, and emotionally. Our counselors are trusted listeners, problem-solvers, advocates, and champions for student success. Whether helping students plan for the future, navigate challenges, or simply feel seen and supported, their impact reaches far beyond the classroom.
Thank you for all you do to help our Blue Devils thrive—today and every day!
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
Swing by Sweet P's this Thursday, 2/5 at 7 a.m. to meet Superintendent Kelli Cogan for a cup of coffee! Learn more about the PreK-8 school building project.
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
Independence Local Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, due to the wind chill warning put into effect from tonight until tomorrow.
What is the threshold for cancelling school due to wind chill? When there is a weather advisory/warning, and the wind chill or real feel temperature reaches around -11 to -15 degrees, we will consider cancelling school. We also spoke about an AM - wind chill/real feel vs. a PM wind chill/real feel temperature. There is a difference between students waiting at a bus stop in the AM and those getting dropped off at a bus stop and walking home immediately from their bus stop in the PM.
Please know that if you ever disagree with the district's decision not to cancel school and you, as a parent/guardian, are concerned for your student's safety, we will always consider it an excused absence when you call in. Please also note that some districts have many walkers, while others offer door-to-door drop-off. All of these factors determine whether a school district will cancel due to wind chill or inclement weather.
Thanks to IPS 2nd grader Jillian for sharing her snow day artwork with us! Stay safe and warm!
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
Independence Local Schools will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. We continue to monitor the weather for Tuesday and will make a decision by 1 pm tomorrow.
These are never easy decisions to make. The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority, and we appreciate your understanding as we navigate winter weather conditions.Several individuals have asked about the number of days we are permitted to be closed before having to make days up.
Several years ago, the Ohio Department of Education shifted from counting days to counting instructional hours. At this time, most of our grade levels and buildings have more than 10 weather-related days available, with kindergarten having 10 days. We are not currently close to exceeding the allowable hours that would require us to make up days.
Thanks to IPS third grader Aria for for sharing her snow day artwork with us! Stay safe and warm!
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
Join the Conversation: We invite you to hear more about the new PreK-8 building project & funding mechanisms. Meetings will include tours of our current facilities: Thursday, January 22 at 7 PM – IMS media center (with babysitting offered by IHS Key Club) and February 24 at 7 PM – IPS
about 2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
Independence Local Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, because of extreme cold temperatures and the wind chill factor. Stay warm, everyone!
about 2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
Independence Local Schools is closed today due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm, everyone!
about 2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
In addition to our two community meetings (1/22 at IMS and 2/24 at IPS), swing by Sweet P's on 2/5 at 7 a.m. to meet Superintendent Kelli Cogan for a cup of coffee! Learn more about the PreK-8 school building project.
about 2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
