Independence Primary School

Mrs. Crum's enrichment classes at Independence Primary School recently used Breakout EDU boxes! 📦🔓 🧩Turns learning into an interactive, puzzle-based experience 🧠Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving 👥Promotes teamwork and collaboration 🎮Makes learning feel like an exciting game 📚Engages various learning styles (reading, observing, listening) ⏳Develops real-world skills like time management 🎉Provides immediate feedback, sustaining motivation Independence Primary School - Where learning is an adventure! 🏫🌟

Just a reminder! We are conducting our mandatory bus evacuation drills Thursday morning. Be sure your student dresses for the weather! Thank you!

📚🌱 Did You Know? 🌿🏫 IPS is taking learning outdoors! 🌞 🏆 With help from our amazing PTO, IPS secured a Dominion grant to revamp our courtyard and introduce sustainable learning tools! 🏡 One exciting addition: A brand new greenhouse near our pavilion! 🌼🍅 This green space will offer our students: 🔬 Hands-on plant biology lessons ♻️ Sustainable practices education 💧 Resource management skills 🌎 Ecosystem study opportunities Our greenhouse isn't just a building – it's a living laboratory where students can grow their knowledge! 🌱📚 Stay tuned for more updates on our blossoming outdoor learning space! 🌺🌻🌼

It's National Principals Month! Our principals at Independence Local Schools are simply the best! Thank you for your incredible leadership and for always putting students first! 🎉

Because of the success of the IPS drama program and the demand for students to be a part of the production, the school is offering it to third and fourth-grade students this school year. For second-grade students, we are offering a six-week session for our second-grade artists to grow under a professional director and choreographer. This will help prepare them for the IPS drama production in third and fourth grades. The six-week program will end with a culminating showcase on October 24, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Civic Center. The Junior Drama Club will foster creativity, confidence, and teamwork among our students. From the outset, the club provided a welcoming space for students to explore their imaginations and express themselves. In addition to performance skills, the club nurtures essential social skills. Participants will learn to communicate effectively, listen to one another, and provide constructive feedback. These experiences translate into improved interactions in the classroom and foster a sense of community among classmates.

So much appreciation for all of our custodial and maintenance staff! Thank you for all you do! #iPride

Independence Primary School has successfully completed the iReady benchmarking assessment for all students! 🎉📚 📊 This assessment provides valuable insights into each student's performance in reading and math. 🧠 Our team will analyze results to identify trends, strengths, and areas of need across grade levels. 🎯 Data will guide targeted interventions and differentiated instruction. 📈 Our goal: Enhance engagement and learning outcomes for all students. We're excited to use these insights to boost academic growth for all our IPS students! 🚀👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

September 27, 2024 Due to staff illness and injury, we will have to run double routes this afternoon. The high school and middle school students that ride bus 18 will be dismissed at 2:20 p.m. and arrive home about 20 minutes earlier. The high school middle school students that ride bus 7 will be home about 20 - 30 minutes later. The primary school students that ride bus 7 will also be home approximately 30 minutes later this afternoon. Parents are welcome to pick up their children at school.

Just a reminder! No school tomorrow, Monday, Sept. 23. Enjoy your day, Blue Devil students!

📢 Did You Know? 🏫✏️ Independence Primary School is growing! 🌱 🔹 We've added a new kindergarten section due to increased enrollment! This means: • More spaces for our littlest Blue Devils • Maintaining small class sizes • Ensuring personalized attention for each student 🔹 Welcoming a new face! 👋 Meet Joy Lewis, our newest kindergarten teacher! • Experienced educator • Passionate about early education • Already familiar with IPS through her substitute work We're excited to provide an even better start for our kindergarteners! 🎒🍎 #IndependenceStrong #GrowingTogether #KindergartenRocks #IPride

📚🎨 Did You Know? 🏃‍♀️🎵 IPS is shaking up our specials schedule! 🌟 🆕 We've switched from a day-based to a letter-based rotation (A-B-C-D-E) for: 🖼️ Art 🏋️‍♂️ Physical Education 🎼 Music 📚 Library 💻 Design Technology Why the change? 🤔 ✅ Ensures fair time in each special 🗓️ No more missed classes due to holidays 📊 Balanced learning, even with breaks This new system keeps our students' education well-rounded and consistent! 🌈📐 Excited to see our Blue Devils thrive in all areas! 💙😈 #IPSSpecials #WellRoundedEducation #StudentSuccess #BlueDevilPride

Today, we remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Our thoughts are with their families and the brave first responders. Let us come together as a community to reflect, remember, and renew our commitment to unity and compassion.

📣 Did You Know? 🏫🏅 IHS students are admitted FREE to home regular-season sporting events. 🍂🏈🏐 They obtain the home athletic pass online through Hometown Ticketing at no cost. 🎉🏆

Enjoy your Labor Day, Independence families!

August 26, 2024 Dear Independence Primary and Middle School Families, Due to forecasted extreme heat, the Primary and Middle Schools will be closed on Tuesday, August 27. Tomorrow's weather forecast calls for temperatures exceeding 90+ degrees throughout the day, with a real feel of 100+ degrees in classrooms at the primary and middle school buildings. Due to the forecasted extreme heat expected throughout the day on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, the Primary and Middle Schools will be CLOSED on Tuesday. High School students are IN SESSION and expected to attend classes as normally scheduled for Tuesday. A decision on any extracurricular activities and/or practices scheduled for tomorrow will be communicated by Mr. Brett Diehl, Athletic Director, by mid-morning on Tuesday. Kelli Cogan Superintendent

Welcome new staff! A great morning of introductions and tour of all three school buildings. Our new staff especially enjoyed the school bus ride through the City of Independence to IPS! #iPride

Great video from Ohio Traffic Safety Office on reminders for drivers sharing the road with school buses! Let's make it a safe school year! https://youtu.be/NU4jGmLmbMc?si=tbOB7ELByNqmOOKv

IPS needs two recess supervisors for the 2024-2025 school year! Spread the word and contact Mr. Ebert if interested! 216-642-5870 or tebert@independence.k12.oh.us

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IPS Soft Openings! This info was also emailed to all of our families.