Independence Primary School

Independence Local Schools are on a two hour delay due to inclement weather conditions. This is a two hour delay and at this time is not a full day closure. Decisions for the rest of the day will be made within the next hour or two. If you are a bus rider, your pick up time will be two hours later than normal...same thing if you are dropping off your student...two hours later than the regular time. AM Preschool is canceled as well. Thank you and be safe.

Due to unforeseen staff shortages caused by illness and injury, we regret to inform you that bus schedules will be affected this afternoon. To ensure all routes are covered, we will need to consolidate services. High school and middle school students who ride Bus 7 will be dismissed early at 2:20 p.m. and are expected to arrive home approximately 20 minutes earlier than usual. Students on Bus 8 may experience delays of 10 to 20 minutes. Primary school students who ride Bus 7 will likely arrive home about 30 minutes later than their normal schedule. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Parents who prefer to pick up their children directly from school are welcome to do so. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work through these challenges.

🚀 Future Engineers in the Making! 🚀 Our second graders had so much fun with the Marshmallow Spaghetti Tower Challenge! ✨ Using only spaghetti noodles and marshmallows, they worked in teams to build the tallest freestanding structures. Along the way, they learned about stability, the design process, and teamwork—all while having a blast! 😄👏 We’re so proud of their creativity and collaboration! 💡💪 #STEM #DesignTechnology #Teamwork #CreativeKids #FutureEngineers #HandsOnLearning

🤔 Did you know IHS has a "Worst Case Scenario" class that teaches vital life skills? 🚗🛠️ Students recently visited Cuyahoga Valley Career Center to learn auto skills like jump-starting a dead battery, checking tire pressure and tread, changing fluids, and changing a flat tire. 🔋🔧 The Worst Case Scenario class, taught by Jess Crooks, covers a variety of life skills, from fire safety to personal finance. 🚒💰 The CVCC automotive students taught the workshop - a great real-world learning experience that could prove invaluable in emergency situations! 🆘🚨

Independence Local Schools has assembled a diverse Wellness Committee to develop engaging health initiatives for staff. The 10-member team includes administrators, teachers, principals, central office personnel, and parent representatives. The committee is brainstorming activities and finalizing incentives & prizes. Employees can look forward to upcoming wellness programs across the district!

On December 14, The IHS Student Council is hosting an Indy Kid-Free Night, where parents can drop off their student(s) for a safe, fun evening, and parents can enjoy a night out without their child(ren). Students in first through fourth grade are invited to attend. Pizza, games, crafts, movies, and the gym will be available to your child if they choose to attend. The cost is $30 per student and you can purchase a ticket through this link. The last day to sign up is Monday, December 9. The IHS Student Council looks forward to hosting this fun event for your child(ren)! https://independence.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/456?es=n4u2ggluf44jb9pljeopi1e4jd&single=0

🍁 From our school family to yours, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments. 🍽️ Enjoy the holiday! 🦃

IPS fourth-grade students are once again participating in immersion projects during the school year. Our "SPA-IPS" experience takes 15 students into the world of cosmetology, where students will learn to work on "Manikins" for the next two weeks and conclude their experience with a salon and spa showcase for their invited guests. Immersion projects are facilitated by Amanda Jaronowski, our district Career Development Specialist, and are a partnership with the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center.

Welcome to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Our first graders had a blast in Design Technology creating their own "floats." Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🥧 https://youtu.be/5cvv6CHxMas

Our IPS Junior Reporters are live in the newsroom with Mrs. Morosko. They are putting the finishing touches on their second edition of IPS Live! Stay tuned for their upcoming broadcast! ✨🎤

In Design Technology, Mrs. Morosko guided IPS 4th-grade students in using Tinkercad to design marble mazes. They followed instructions to build the outer structure using precision and attention to detail, while designing unique paths for the center. This activity encouraged independent thinking and creativity for the students.

🚌 Did You Know? 🛠️ The unsung hero of Independence Local Schools is our bus mechanic, Al DiGiandomenico! 👨‍🔧 In October, the State Highway Patrol came to inspect our school buses, and guess what? 🚨 They all passed with flying colors! 💯 That's all thanks to Al's hard work and dedication. 💪 As the only mechanic for our entire fleet of 17 buses, he's constantly inspecting, repairing, and maintaining our buses to ensure the safety of our students and drivers. 🚎 Al is always 'in, out, under the bus and hood,' making sure every vehicle is in top shape. 🔧 He never fails an inspection, and we're so grateful for his incredible efforts! 👏 Let's give a big shout-out to Al, our MVP bus mechanic at Independence Local Schools! 🏆

IPS PICTURE RETAKE DAY! November 19, 2024 If your student was absent on the first picture day, there will be an ordering site available so you can order online. (cavanaughphoto.com/order) Or, if you placed an order before the first picture day and didn’t realize your child would be absent, it will be honored.If your student wants a retake, you must bring back the original picture packet that was ordered. Or, if you only ordered a hi-res digital file, please send a note in with your student stating that a hi-res digital file was purchased. If the packet or note is not returned, a new package will not be printed until the original is turned in.

📚 Mark your calendars, IPS families! 🗓️ Join us for Curriculum Night on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 5:30 PM! ✨ Meet your child's teachers, explore our educational programs, and discover amazing ways to support learning at home! 🎓 Our PTO meeting will follow in the cafeteria. 🌟 Learn about: Grade-level curriculum Educational resources At-home learning strategies And more! Got questions? We've got answers! This evening is all about empowering YOU to be part of your child's educational journey. 📝✏️ Location: IPS Cafeteria Time: 5:30 PM See you there!

Happy Halloween from your IPS staff! #iPride

Drone footage of our IPS Halloween Parade! https://youtu.be/5POnyAhlgJw

I-Pride Week is happening this week at IPS! Students are exploring themes of joy, togetherness, wellness, bravery and kindness through engaging activities and fun dress-up days. A highlight was the outdoor pep assembly on "Together Tuesday," where members of the IHS Marching Band and other high school students came to share the importance of kindness with the elementary students. Check out the video highlight to see all the school spirit! We used drone footage taken from our NEW IPS Drone Club! 👇 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vywZDiJ-vKMKr08swOW4YQ75WewiZGcQ/view

📚 Did you know? School buses are the safest way for kids to get to school! This National School Bus Safety Week, let's appreciate our bus drivers. 👏 #ThankABusDriver

Did You Know? 🤔 IPS is launching a Drone Club this school year! 🚁✨ 📅Starting early November, running for 6 weeks 📚Week 1: Intro to Drones - Laws and Regulations 🎮Week 2: Basic Operation ✈️Weeks 3-4: Flight Skills 🏆Weeks 5-6: Drone Skills and Maneuvers 📸Learn Aerial Photography 🛠️Work on Drone Projects 🎁6 drones purchased with PTO support 👥First session: 12 4th grade students 👨‍🏫Led by Mr. Gruber Independence Primary School - Where innovation takes flight! 🏫🚀

Did You Know? 🤔 IPS has incorporated an intervention block into the school day! 🏫⏰ 🎯Targets support to personalize instruction 📚Strengthens foundational skills in reading, math, and more 📊Uses assessment data to inform instruction 👥Fosters stronger student-teacher relationships 🌟Boosts student self-confidence 🤝Enhances teacher collaboration and strategy sharing 🔄Allows for continuous improvement through reflection 📈Enables regular progress monitoring and adjustment Independence Primary School - Creating a supportive, responsive, and effective learning environment! 🏆