Recent News

No School on Thursday, February 20th (Snow Day #10)
❄️ There is NO SCHOOL in the ISD tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th (Snow Day #10). Early Education is closed. Kids’ Safari is OPEN at SNOW DAY SITES. Stay safe in these very cold temperatures. ❄️

Save the Date for the ISD Kindergarten Registration Event
Will your child be 5 years old by August 1st? If yes, then it’s time for Kindergarten! 🗓️ Event Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025 – drop in between 5:30 – 7 p.m.📍 Location: Your neighborhood ISD elementary school. Visit: isdschools.org/boundary-maps-2/ to confirm which school. Mark your calendars, and don’t miss out on this exciting first […]

No School on Wednesday, February 19th (Snow Day #9)
❄️ There is NO SCHOOL in the ISD tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th (Snow Day #9). Kids’ Safari is OPEN at SNOW DAY SITES. Stay safe in the inclement weather. ❄️

No School on Tuesday, February 18th (Snow Day #8)
❄️ There is NO SCHOOL in the ISD tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18th (Snow Day #8). Kids’ Safari is OPEN at SNOW DAY SITES. Stay safe in the inclement weather. ❄️

📢 ISD’s February Insider is Here!
Stay up to date with the latest district news, important reminders, and upcoming events. Check out this month’s edition and explore past issues of the ISD Insider here: ISD Insider – February 2025 📖 Read more and look at past editions here: ISD Insider Archive

No School on Wednesday, February 12th
❄️ There is NO SCHOOL in the ISD tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. We will provide information about the Make Up Day once details are confirmed. Stay safe in the inclement weather! ❄️

NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 10th
Since the Chiefs did not win the Super Bowl, there is NO SCHOOL in the ISD tomorrow, Monday, February 10th. All non-school Monday programming is open, as previously scheduled: This week will operate as a normally-scheduled four-day school week. Thank you.Congratulations to the Kansas City Chiefs for another amazing season!

🚨 ISD Launches School Safety Awareness Campaign 🚨
At the Independence School District (ISD), the safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. To reinforce our ongoing commitment to a secure and welcoming learning environment, we are proud to announce the launch of a new School Safety Campaign. This month-long initiative will highlight the comprehensive safety measures we have in […]

ISD Academies Jamboree Inspires Freshmen and Sophomores to Explore Future Pathways
Thursday, January 23, freshmen and sophomores from across the ISD had an exciting opportunity to explore their future at the ISD Academies Jamboree! 🎓✨ The event brought together representatives from capstone classes who shared firsthand experiences and showcased the unique career pathways offered through the ISD Academies model. Through engaging presentations and insightful discussions, students […]

🎊 Celebrating a Milestone with Giving the Basics
For three years, ISD has partnered with Giving the Basics to provide general hygiene items 🧼🪥 for students and families. These items are available in the nurse’s office at all 30 schools 🏫, and students and families are welcome to take what they need. They can also reach out to their building FSL for assistance. […]