Students of the Month
5th grade: Morgan Clark, Ava Joyce, Noah Clymer, Case Malue
6th grade: Mia Mucci, Easton Bartko, Sofia Mrkajic, Cailin Nugent
7th grade: Violet Jacob, Rachel Mehosky, Elle Pietrzak
8th grade: Maddy Percaciante, Joey Mosgo
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Students of the Quarter
5th grade: Anna Marie Mikolic, Adelyn Riedel, Grant Intihar
6th grade: Haddie Schaefer, Meg Zelasko, Kinsley Seitz
7th grade: Cameron Bauman, Carter Fahl, Freddie Averre
8th grade: Trip Derryberry, Lucy Lu, Marian Carlisle
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Brite Star: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This past Monday, our entire school had the privilege of attending an inspiring assembly presented by the Brite Star Performance Group. The talented performers brought the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to life through a dynamic and engaging presentation.
This marks the third time Brite Star has visited IMS, and each time they’ve left us all feeling motivated and uplifted with their powerful performances. We’re so grateful for their continued partnership and for the opportunity to reflect on the values Dr. King championed.
Thank you to Brite Star for another memorable experience that will surely inspire us all as we move forward.
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Yearbook Order
It's time to order your 2024-2025 IMS Yearbook! Please see the flyer for information on how to order.
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Girl Scouts
For any 5th-grade girl interested in joining, please view the attached link for more information.
Girls Scout (VIDEO LINK)
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Ski Club
We completed our fourth week of ski club, and the weather has been perfect! This year we have 54 students that are taking on the slopes at Boston Mills. Whether they are skiing or snowboarding, our kids are improving each week. Some of our skiers and snowboarders are even moving up levels in their lessons. Our last week will be next Thursday.
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IHS Girls Golf
Please fill out the information using the QR code or click the link to enhance communication between High School Coaches, Coach Gruber and Coach Krysiak, regarding scheduling time to utilize the golf simulator during the winter and spring. This sign-up form is designed for girls currently in grades 6, 7, and 8 who intend to participate in golf at Independence High School.
https://forms.gle/LxLeBwr9KFGct91d8
Thanks Coach Gruber
IHS Girls Golf Coach
mgruber@independence.k12.oh.us
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Attention Seventh-Grade Parents!
Please be on the lookout for a parent letter regarding the seventh grade trip to Michigan on May 22, 2025. Students will receive their letter on January 27, 2025. The purpose of the letter is to disseminate general information regarding the trip; an itinerary is posted on the backside. As stated in the letter, cost is contingent upon participation.
Whether participating or not, the permission portion of the letter must be signed, dated, and returned no later than Friday, February 14, 2025. Letters regarding definitive cost and payment due dates will follow.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. We look forward to a wonderful, fun-filled, educational experience with your children. Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at 216-642-5865, ext 1334.
Dana M. Yaro-Linderman
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Wrestling
Monday night the Blue Devil wrestling team went to Greenbriar for a tri-match against Hawken and Greenbriar. Your Blue Devils faced Hawken first and dominated them 61-6. Up second was Greenbriar, the Devils dominance continued to a 58-28 lashing of the Greenbriar team.
Archer Dlugosinski went 2-0, Kaeden Orosz went 2-0, Sammy Sabol went 2-0 with a pin.Brody Schnell with a powerful pin ended up 2-0. Lucas Patacca was 2-0 with a pin. Dominic D'Auito was on point with 2 wins and a pin, Mickey Caruso wrestling two tough opponents taking them both down for falls. Able Sanjan going 2-0 with a fall. Harrison Stamp was back in form going 2-0 with a pin as was Alex Brunovsky who demolished his opponent going 2-0. Niky Jaworske battled to a 1-1 finish. Zach Zimmerman also wrestled hard for the Devils.
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7th Grade Basketball
The seventh-grade basketball team improved their record to 5-0, Monday night with the win over Cuyahoga Heights 26 to 20. The Blue Devil defense held Heights to two points at halftime. The team played outstanding defense the whole game Dominic Digeronimo led the team with 10 points.
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Devil's Pride: Beyond the Classroom
Aria's D'Aiuto, Sadie McFeely, and Stella Fortesque's volleyball club team (AVC 11 Red) took first place at a tournament this past weekend (1/25-26) called Blizzard on the Bay.
Great job!
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Eighth-Grade Parents
Mrs. Satola is starting to work on the eighth-grade slideshow, which will be shown at the end of the school year. Please submit a baby picture of your son/daughter, preferably one in which they are less than two years old. Please make sure no one else is in the picture. Pictures are needed by the end of January and should be emailed to Mrs. Satola. Please include the name of your son/daughter in the subject line. Thank you!
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Preschool
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 below. The application deadline is Friday, January 24th, 2025. A screening for all incoming peers will take place on Friday, February 7th, 2025. For more information, please contact Lauren Salcer at 216-642-5870, ext. 1408 or lsalcer@independence.k12.oh.us.
Preschool Peer Applicants must:
- be residents of Independence
- be three (3) by May 1st, 2025
- less than six (6) by August 1, 2025
- be fully toilet trained
- demonstrate strong communication and language skills
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Important Dates/Events
February:
5: Popcorn Day-Lunch Periods
17: No school-Presidents Day
18: PTO meeting-5:30pm
28: All-Pro Parent Breakfast-6th grade
March:
2: ILS Cavs Game vs Portland
5: Popcorn Day-Lunch Periods
7: Waiver Day-No school
18: PTO meeting-5:30
21: End of third quarter
28: All-Pro Parent Breakfast-7th grade
April:
11: State Testing for ELA (all grades)
15: PTO meeting-5:30pm
18-25: Spring Break-No School
30: State Testing for Science (grades 5 and 8)
May:
2: State Testing for Math (all grades)
20: PTO meeting-5:30pm
23: Spring Fest
26: No School-Memorial Day
30: All-Pro Parent Breakfast-8th grade
June:
2: 8th grade promotion
3: Last Day of School
3: End of 4th quarter
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Safe Schools Helpline
This Helpline has been developed for you and other students, parents, and staff members to help maintain your safety and the most positive school environment possible. The purpose of the Safe School Helpline is to promote school safety and report wrongdoings or illegal activity. Any type of information involving a threatening situation to students, the school, or staff should be reported. Examples include thoughts of suicide or self-harm, violence, weapons, bullying, drugs and alcohol, and theft.
Access Link: https://www.safeschoolhelpline.com/
800-4-1-VOICE ext. 359
800-418-6423/ Text:66746, TIPS
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