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3rd graders enjoyed the nice weather last week on our field trip to Boies Bend where we looked at different fossils and learned how different habitats help animals survive.
Independence hosts Decorah in the first round of regional volleyball tonight. The match starts at 7:00. Tickets are $10 and Independence passes are not accepted. You can purchase tickets with cash or card at the gate in addition to the link below. If you cannot make the match you can view it at Read morelink below as well:
Tickets- https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h2026100809071666242793846c4c14f/checkout
Stream- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaScfgd5ujg
2026-2027 Independence Volleyball vs. Decorah - IGHSAU Girls Region...
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A LOUD East Elementary Shoutout to our amazing October Care Cart Helpers!
These fantastic students are truly shining bright and living the Mustang Way every single day! Showing respect to their peers and staff, stepping up as awesome classroom leaders, and always being ready to lend a Read morehelping hand, they’ve set the ultimate example of what it means be #MustangsonaMission!
#MustangsMatter #MustangPride #CareCartHelpers #StudentLeaders
This week in the Independence Community School District.
Mustangs are on a mission to help students thrive, build confidence, support success, make meaningful connections, and strengthen our community.
To help execute this mission, we are looking for mentors and positive role models who want to make a difference in the lives of Mustang Read morestudents.
Just 30 minutes a week during your workday can have a lasting impact on a student’s future while also building stronger community connections along the way!
Interested in becoming a mentor?
📧 Email: mentorprogram@indeek12.org
📞 Call: 319-332-0626
#mustangsonamission #MustangMoments
Two opportunities this week to learn about Mission 2030 and ask questions about the bond proposal:
• Tuesday, October 20, at 6:30 p.m. — West Elementary
• Wednesday, October 21, at 6:30 p.m. — Rowley Community Center
Join us to review the proposed projects before the Read moreNovember 3 vote.
Learn more: https://www.indeek12.org/mission-2030/
Three schools. Three grade bands.
The Mission 2030 plan is designed to create learning environments organized around the educational needs of elementary, middle and high school students.
Learn more at indeek12.org/mission-2030/
It is senior night tonight at Lyle Leinbaugh Field as Independence hosts Iowa Falls-Alden. Indee football, cheer, and marching band seniors will be recognized between games. The lower level game starts at 5:00 with the varsity game starting at 7:30. If you cannot make it please see the streams Read morebelow:
Varsity- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9dtjmj-8vo
Freshman/Sophomore- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drDykXtEFHQ
2026 Football - Independence vs. Iowa Falls-Alden
www.youtube.comStart 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
East Elementary
Grades K-2 | 298 Students
Kay Reidy, Principal
West Elementary
Grades 3-6 | 381 Students
Cherilyn Reed, Principal
Junior/Senior High
Grades 9-12 | 487 Students
Kyle Berg, Principal
Grades 6-8 | 300 Students
Sarah Tobiason, Principal
District Office
1380 Students
Cynthia Phillips, Superintendent