Van Horn High School Project Lead The Way (PLTW) students set a new school record for the most division-winning projects in the 70th Annual Greater KC Science & Engineering Fair.
More than 50 students in choir, band and orchestra from all three Independence School District high schools competed in the 2021 State Music Contest.
Congratulations to our 2021 8th Grade Award recipients from Bingham, Nowlin and Pioneer Ridge Middle School!
Congratulations Classified Employees of the Year in the Independence School District!
Congratulations to all of our Teachers of the Year in the Independence School District.
The $43 million bond passed with the support of 84.75% of voters in the Independence School District.
Please save the date for ISD graduations on Saturday, May 29.
Q: What would the no tax increase bond issue pay for? The $43 million bond would pay for safety and security improvements, fine arts and auditorium renovations and playground upgrades. The bond also includes facility maintenance and improvement projects throughout the District. The bond includes significant investments in the safety and security of students and […]
If you or someone you know is interested in Early Education in the Independence School District, we are now scheduling screenings for possible enrollment.
Students and staff in the Independence School District are showing their love for The Kansas City Chiefs by incorporating their favorite football team into classroom lessons leading up to the Super Bowl!
The State of Missouri has provided the Independence School District with BionaxNOW COVID-19 antigen tests.
Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity partnered with the Independence School District to provide a family with a new home just before the holidays.
What a year! As we reflect on 2020, it is with incredible pride for our staff and students. We have accomplished so much together. Thank you for supporting ISD students!
ISD middle and high school Hybrid students will be on the A-K in-person learning when we return on Tuesday, January 5.
Sycamore Hills Elementary student council members crafted 46 wreaths for residents at Independence Manor Care Center.
Students across the Independence School District are celebrating fall with exciting lessons, science experiments, art projects and more!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Independence School District has developed the following guidelines to keep our students, coaches, officials and fans safe at our sporting events and activities.
The Independence School District has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2020.
The Independence School District serves drive-up lunches Monday through Friday at Truman High School, Van Horn High School and William Chrisman High School for students enrolled in virtual learning and students attending school virtually as part of the Hybrid Plan.
The Independence School District has added 10 propane-powered school buses to its fleet.
ISD families can email helpme@isdschools.org with any questions about Chromebooks, Canvas, FuelEd, admissions and other academic needs.
We are excited to safely welcome our students back to school in the Independence School District for the 2020-2021 school year!
The 2020-2021 school year begins on August 24th in the Independence School District. You can find important information about the first day of school for in-person and virtual learners below.