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🎉 Another victory fueled by our innovative 4-day school week! 🏆 Independence School District (ISD) has proudly received the prestigious Missouri Community College Association Innovation Award 🥇, a recognition that celebrates our creative and impactful use of technology to improve educational outcomes and operations. This award is a testament to the tireless dedication and hard […]

The Van Horn High School Boys Soccer Team has secured the Conference Championship and earned a victory in the State Quarterfinals. Their next challenge is the State Semifinals, scheduled for Friday, November 22, 2024, at 12:30 PM at Lindenwood University in Saint Charles, Missouri. Under the leadership of Coach Rodriguez, who has guided the team […]

Over the past few weeks, our ISD schools have been celebrating the spirit of fall with a variety of fun and festive activities. We love seeing our community come together to make these fall festivities memorable. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped bring the fall spirit to life! Here’s a quick look at […]

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 Beginning with tonight’s Board of Education Meeting, all board meetings will be recorded and broadcast on City7 – the City of Independence’s Government Access Channel. This new initiative will provide the community with easy access to board discussions and decisions. Please note that public comment will not be included in […]

Mallinson Elementary, in collaboration with Sugar Creek and Fairmount, hosted a Multicultural Night on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event showcased the rich cultures of Mexico, Chile, Guatemala, Honduras, and the United States. Attendees enjoyed traditional foods, engaging performances, and interactive activities that provided insights into each culture. This is an annual event that our families always […]

Independence, MO – August 15, 2024 – The Independence School District ushered in the new school year by welcoming back district employees at the 2024 Convocation ceremony. More than 2,500 educators, administrators, and support staff came together to kick off the start of the school year. Facilities Lead Groundsman Jason Whitaker was named this year’s […]

As we gear up for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, we are excited to invite you to be a part of the ISD community through volunteering. Your involvement can make a profound impact on the lives of our students and the overall success of our schools. Why Volunteer? Volunteering in the ISD school district is […]

Project Shine, the Independence School District Foundation‘s annual community project, refreshed three ISD schools this year: Hanthorn Early Education Center, Fairmount Elementary, and Truman High School. Volunteers spread a total of 2,400 pounds of mulch and covered 322,292 square feet of classroom and hallway walls with 550 gallons of paint. Thank you to all the […]

Fourteen ISD schools have earned the 2023-24 Missouri School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS) Award of Excellence for their exemplary implementation of multi-tiered systems of behavioral support. Spring Branch Elementary was honored as the Dr. Mary Richter School of Distinction Award Recipient for their building-wide strategies to continuously renew and improve their implementation of school-wide positive […]

Congratulations to the ISD graduating class of 2024! See galleries from the graduation ceremonies below. All graduation ceremonies can be viewed at this playlist: Youtube Graduation Playlist

The senior class of 2024 revisited schools in their high school feeder pattern to pay tribute and say goodbye. Truman High School Chrisman High School Van Horn High School Independence Academy

Art Capstone student Bri Thurmon was selected as a 2024 Missouri Senate Student Fine Arts Exhibit honoree. Her work was specially selected by Independence’s Senator John Rizzo to represent his district. Bri travelled to Jefferson City for the exhibition and met with Senator Rizzo. Her artwork now hangs in the Missouri Capitol building.

Truman High School senior Ian Ferguson was named a recipient of MO Scholars 100, a prestigious honor awarded for his academic achievement and involvement in his school community. Ian will be honored along the other MO Scholars 100 at a luncheon April 21, 2024. Ian was nominated for this award by Truman Principal Ronda Scott. […]