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2026 School Replacement Projects

2026 East Elementary Roof Replacement Project

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We are so excited to announce our NEW Digital Activity Passes for the 2026–27 school year!

This year, we are making entry to Independence activities easier, faster, and more convenient with our new digital QR code Activity Passes.

How It Works
1. Purchase Your Activity Pass ...Through Bound
Click the link below to be directed to Independence on Bound. Once you are on the Independence Bound page, click on TICKETS and select the Activity Pass that best fits your needs.

2. Enter Your Information & Complete Your Purchase
Enter the required information and complete your purchase through Bound.

3. Receive Your Digital QR Code
After your purchase is complete, you will receive your digital Activity Pass with a QR code.

4. Share Your Pass With Your Family
You can share your QR code with the individuals in your family so they can access the digital pass when attending Independence activities.

Important Reminder
Activity Passes cover only the individuals who are part of the same household. Passes are non-transferable and may not be shared with individuals outside of your household.

Purchase Your 2026–27 Activity Pass
Click the link to purchase your Digital Activity Pass through Bound.

Once you arrive at Independence on Bound, remember to select TICKETS to view and purchase your Activity Pass.

We are excited about this new, convenient option and hope it makes attending Independence activities easier for our families!

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me at dmichels@indeek12.org.

https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/independence?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Thank you for supporting our students and activities!

Go Mustangs!

Today is the last day for chromebook pick up from the HS. 9th-12th graders may come down to Mr. Anderson's (Science) room to pick them up.

If you are a new student or coming over from St. John's please see the guidance office for the device and any other questions you might have.

It may be rainy out but that isn't stopping the chromebook hand out at the HS! In Mr. Anderson's Room (Science) from 9AM until 1PM!

The East Elementary Back to School Orientation is scheduled for August 20th.

You can also sign up for Fall Parent Teacher Conferences at the link below.

https://www.indeek12.org/schools/east-elementary/

Its another beautiful day out and there are still Chromebooks to be picked up!

9th-12th graders: In Mr. Anderson (Science) from 9AM-1PM today, Thursday and Friday!

Again if you are new to the HS or coming over from St. Johns please go to the Guidance Office for pick up.

... Have a great day!!

The storm has passed and the sunshine is coming! It is another day of the Chromebook pick-up at the High School.

9th-12th grades may come to Mr. Anderson's Room (in the Science Wing) to pick them up.
**All of Junior High this year are in classroom carts so no need to head ...over.

However, if you are a new student or coming over from St. Johns into 9th grade the laptops will be waiting in the Guidance office and they will be ready to see you!

Parking Passes ($25/year) will be done through BOUND this year. Slots will open up for students as follows:

* Seniors on Monday, August 10 at 8am
* Juniors on Tuesday, August 11 at 8am
* Sophomores and Freshmen on Wednesday, August 12 at 8am

Have the following information ...ready when purchasing:

1. Vehicle model / color
2. License Plate number

Student Parking Assignments:

* Seniors: May choose any available parking space.
* Juniors: May park in spaces 175–403 or in Gravel Lot C.
* Sophomores: May park in spaces 257–403 or in Gravel Lot C.
* Freshmen: May park in spaces 323–403 or in Gravel Lot C.

Students must pick up their parking pass in the Main Office. The parking pass must be displayed in a clearly visible location on the vehicle’s dashboard or hanging from the rearview mirror.

Students are expected to park only in their designated parking space. Failure to do so may result in suspension or revocation of parking privilege

Students are expected to operate their vehicles safely and responsibly while on school property. Reckless driving, including excessive speed, squealing tires, unsafe acceleration, careless operation, or any behavior that endangers students, staff, or visitors, may result in loss of parking and driving privileges and may also lead to additional school disciplinary actions, or towing of the vehicle at the student’s expense.

Students may not park in areas designated for faculty, staff, or visitors without written permission from the principal or assistant principal.

https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/independence/tickets

The Independence Strength and Conditioning Mustang Night Lights and Mini Mustang Night Lights has been postponed/cancelled for tonight. We will communicate plans for handing out shirts or any makeup opportunities as soon as we can arrange them.

Start here. Succeed Anywhere.

Mission Statement: Educating people to be lifelong learners and respectful, responsible citizens.

Vision Statement: Creating a climate in which individuals of the Independence Community School District will strive to become effective communicators, problem solvers, responsible citizens, and productive people.

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Early Childhood Center

Grades PK4   |   39 Students

Kay Reidy, Principal

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East Elementary

Grades K-2  |  298 Students

Kay Reidy, Principal

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West Elementary

Grades 3-6  |  381 Students

Cherilyn Reed, Principal

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Junior/Senior High

Grades 9-12  |  487 Students

Kyle Berg, Principal

Grades 6-8  |  300 Students

Sarah Tobiason, Principal

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District Office

1380 Students

Cynthia Phillips, Superintendent