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
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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.
6 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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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!
7 days 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!
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.
8 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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Build a Bridge! In Design Technology at IPS, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
9 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
Build a Bridge! In Design Technology, students completed an engineering challenge by working together to design bridges strong enough to support a toy car.
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Independence Local Schools is participating in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)—often called The Nation’s Report Card.

On March 5, approximately 50 fourth-grade students will take part in this nationally recognized assessment, helping provide valuable insight into student learning across the country and how our instructional practices align with national benchmarks. Their participation supports continuous improvement in public education—locally and nationwide. We continue to Cultivate a Legacy of Excellence!
12 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Independence Local Schools is participating in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)—often called The Nation’s Report Card. On March 5, approximately 50 fourth-grade students will take part in this nationally recognized assessment, helping provide valuable insight into student learning across the country and how our instructional practices align with national benchmarks. Their participation supports continuous improvement in public education—locally and nationwide. We continue to Cultivate a Legacy of Excellence!

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!

16 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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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!

17 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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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

21 days ago, Independence Local Schools
Community Meeting on January 22, 2026 at Independence Middle School
Community Meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Independence Primary School from 7-8 pm

Independence Local Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, because of extreme cold temperatures and the wind chill factor. Stay warm, everyone!

23 days ago, Independence Local Schools
No school on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 because of extreme cold temperatures and windchill factor
Independence Local Schools is closed today due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm, everyone!
27 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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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.
30 days ago, Independence Local Schools
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Just a reminder that parents can view all of their children's lunch transactions at linqconnect.com! This link is also under FOOD SERVICES on our website!
about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
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Join the Conversation: We invite you to join us to hear more about the new PreK-8 building project & funding mechanisms. Meetings will include tours of our current facilities: January 22 at 7 PM – IMS (with babysitting offered by IHS Key Club) and February 24 at 7 PM – IPS

about 1 month ago, Independence Local Schools
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Take a moment to watch Episode 1 of Inside the Plan 🎥
Superintendent Kelli Cogan kicks off the series by interviewing Treasurer Jennifer Knapp, who explains how the proposed new PreK–8 school building would be funded. More episodes with guest speakers and helpful insights will be shared in the coming months.

Also, be sure to keep checking back to our webpage as we continue to add information, including dates for upcoming community meetings
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https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/page/future-facilities-planning

https://youtu.be/QAY_qCdMp0o
about 2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
Important update! Because of the IHS winter concert on the same night as our board presentation on a new PreK-8 building, we are moving the meeting time to 5:30 p.m. Please arrive at 5:30 IHS Media Center...that way you won't miss our wonderful concert!
2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
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🎄 Need a little break from the holiday rush? 🎁 Independence High School Student Council is hosting Indy Kid Free Night on Dec. 12! Kids in grades K–4 can enjoy movies, games, crafts, & pizza from 5–8:30 PM in the IHS Media Center — all for $30.
2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
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Due to inclement weather, Independence Local Schools will be closed today. Stay safe and warm, everyone.

2 months ago, Independence Local Schools
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Mrs. Presot's 2025-26 Thanksgiving Parade!
https://youtu.be/pj_igGR5TG4
3 months ago, Independence Local Schools
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Today in Design Technology, 2nd graders took on the Spaghetti–Marshmallow Tower Challenge! The big question: Who can build the tallest tower? Students explored how engineers use structure, stability, and strong foundations to build tall creations. After learning what makes a tower stand strong, teams worked together to design, test, and rebuild their structures.
3 months ago, Independence Local Schools
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