Independence Primary School

The Ohio Association of School Business Officials (OASBO) has recognized Tom Dreiling, assistant superintendent of Independence Local Schools, as their Business Operations Manager...

The Independence Board of Education has selected Kelli Cogan as the next superintendent of Independence Local Schools. Cogan succeeds Ben Hegedish, who left the district at the en...

In our next "All in it Minute," we showcase our amazing classified staff! Check it out!

The staff at Independence Primary School was brimming with excitement as they announced a special project in partnership with the IPS PTO. The school would be embarking on an all-...

In Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir with a golden ticket to adventure, Willy Wonka Jr. the Musical was performed by the mo...

Lights, sleeping bags, s'mores - it's time to camp out with a good book at Independence Primary School! February 26th marks the kickoff of the school’s 2024 Right-to-Read Week wit...

In order to enroll for kindergarten at Independence Primary Schools, your child must be five years of age on or before August 1. If your child is currently an IPS preschooler,...

We hope you'll take a few moments to watch our new "All in it Minute" video series! Superintendent Ben Hegedish talks with IPS Principal T.J. Ebert to learn a little bit more abou...

More than 300 families totaling 500+ people turned out for joyful fun and dancing at the first annual Happy Hearts Family Dance hosted by Independence Primary School PTO on Saturd...

Independence Primary School (IPS) Principal TJ Ebert has been elected as the 2024-25 Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators (OAESA) President Elect. Ebert has been a...

Independence Primary School's early childhood education program was recently awarded the highest, 5-star rating from Ohio's Step Up To Quality initiative. This prestigious designa...

Independence Primary School Students Connect Classroom Lessons with Real World Experiences On December 7, the fourth graders at Independence Primary School took a field trip ...

On November 21, 2023, Independence Primary School held its third annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair for its students at the Independence Civic Center. Along with mental health...

Independence Primary School hosted its annual Veterans Day program the morning of November 10 to honor veterans and active duty military members connected to the school community....

Check this out! Superintendent Ben Hegedish talks with three incredible IHS students to learn a little bit more about their experiences at Independence High School. You will be am...

Check this out! Superintendent Ben Hegedish talks with new IHS Principal Michael Janatovich to learn a little bit more about Mr. Janatovich as well as the amazing things happening...

The Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators (OAESA), serving Ohio's pre-K, elementary and middle level school administrators, is hosting a fall “Get on the Bus Tour” ...

At all grade levels, students embark on their own exclusive pathway for success in academics which establishes a firm foundation for their futures. Presented by caring teachers i...

Watch our 2023-24 back to school video here: Happy Friday and welcome to our Homecoming Weekend! Hopefully Blue Devils of years past, present, and future are all able to...

🎒 It's cool to be kind at IPS! Welcome back, students! What a fun greeting we had this morning! 📚✏️ #iPride