Independence Primary School

In an exciting collaboration between Independence Primary School (IPS) and Cleveland's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this year's fourth-grade class will create a mural that will be fe...

The Integrated Preschool Program at Independence Primary School currently has openings for the 2025-2026 school year. Information about our program and application can be found be...

Click here for the 2025-2026 school calendar. You can also find it on the district website.

The power of community spirit was on full display at Independence Local Schools this holiday season! What started as a simple Facebook suggestion from a thoughtful parent in early...

Young innovators at Independence Primary School transformed an ordinary classroom into an engineering laboratory during an exciting STEM challenge that proved learning can be deli...

On December 3 Independence Primary School welcomed local heroes with four legs as trained police K9 dogs visited the school. These K9 dogs recently graduated from their six-week c...

On November 20, fourth graders at Independence Primary School embarked on a field trip to the Hunger Network and Front Steps. This experiential learning activity connected to the ...

On November 26, the annual Independence Primary School (IPS) Mental Health Day was held at the Independence Civic Center. Students from kindergarten through fourth grade rotated t...

Mike Gruber, long-time art teacher at Independence Primary School, has been honored as a 2024 Northeast Region Outstanding Art Teacher by the Ohio Art Education Association (OAEA)...

In a touching display of gratitude and community, Independence Primary School (IPS) rolled out the red carpet for its very own veteran families, hosting a special Veterans Day pro...

From October 28 to November 1, the students and faculty of Independence Primary School came together to celebrate their annual I-Pride Week, a joyful event focused on fostering co...

Independence Local Schools, in partnership with the City of Independence and the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) educational group, is set to host a vital Social Media and...

The Independence High School (IHS) Marching Band invites the community to "Sounds of the Stadium" on Sunday, October 27 at 3 p.m. at the school's Stan Skoczen Stadium. This h...

TJ Ebert, the principal at Independence Primary School, and also the Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators (OAESA) president-elect, was featured in a Q&A article in...

Michele Crum's enrichment classes at Independence Primary School have taken learning to a whole new level. This fall, students were introduced to Breakout EDU boxes, transforming ...

Independence Primary School (IPS) hosted a Welcome Breakfast for their new elementary students this past September. Guidance Counselor Brooke Gradert organized this event which ai...

In a time when school districts across the nation are grappling with staffing shortages, Independence Local Schools is taking proactive steps to ensure its students have safe and ...

The crisp September air was filled with laughter and excitement as Independence Primary School (IPS) PTO hosted its annual Breakfast Buddies Walk on September 19 and 20. The two-d...

Dear Families and Community Members, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to share an important update regarding our student seating arrangement in the bleachers at the ...

At Independence Primary School (IPS), recess is no longer just a break from learning—it's become a crucial part of the curriculum. This year, the school has launched an innovative...