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When technology is down, learning doesn’t stop!
Sometimes that means trading laptops for paper and pencil, and eBooks for a good old-fashioned book.
Our Mustangs learn that being successful isn’t about having the perfect tools—it’s about being willing to adapt, be Read moreflexible, and keep moving forward.
Technology may change the way we learn, but curiosity, perseverance, and a willingness to learn are skills that will always matter.
Mustangs are on a mission to learn, no matter what! 🐴
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Special Event: Grandparents’ Breakfast
📅 October 14
⏰ 6:45–7:45 AM
Enjoy a donut while you shop the Book Fair early with your grandchild! 🍩📚
Grandparents, please preregister here:
https://forms.gle/hsjSDDHEhhmKCZZQ9
The Independence Girls Volleyball Team plays a Wamac East match at Solon. The stream is below for those who cannot make it.
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ATTENTION Mustang Families:
Conference link will be going live tomorrow morning at 6AM! Please note that this for both East and West Elementary 🙂
Please go to the school website and click on the school building (East and/or West Elementary) your child attends and the link will Read morebe right there.
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
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This week in the Independence Community School District.
The Independence Mustang Football team hosts rival West Delaware tonight. The freshman game starts at 5:00 with the varsity starting at 7:30. It is also youth cheer and youth football night. If you cannot make the game you can stream it on the Independence Mustang Sports Network or watch it live onRead more KCRG 9.2
Independence Mustang Sports Network
https://www.youtube.com/live/gSOofYApGI8
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2026 Football - Independence vs. West Delaware
www.youtube.comThe Iowa Department of Education invites any interested Iowan to provide input by completing the online public feedback survey before it closes on Friday, October 9.
The new summative assessment is built specifically to measure student progress aligned to the rigorous Iowa Academic Read moreStandards in ELA and mathematics adopted by the State Board of Education in 2024, including through new content, new questions and the new achievement levels, which are different from the previous assessment administered from 2019 to 2025. Iowa students took this new assessment for the first time in spring 2026.
Click the survey link to participate.
This survey collects feedback on Iowa's New 2026 Assessment.
engage.iowa.govIndependence FFA members competed today in the NE District Soils Evaluation contest at Hawkeye Community College. Team members included Caleb Michael, Kynzley White, Makenna Burmeister, Levi Betenbender, and Case Noe. The team placed 3rd overall out of 71 teams and had three members place in the Read moretop 10 individually!
Caleb Michael- 4th overall
Kynzley White- 7th overall
Makenna Burmeister- 9th overall
The top five teams from today’s contest advance to State Soils Evaluation next Thursday at Iowa State University! Congratulations to these members on their outstanding performance!
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Every Mustang is known by name, not by number.
At Independence Community School District, our educators take the time to truly know their students.
They teach with purpose, listen with care, and provide the support and guidance each student needs to grow.
Because when Read morestudents know they are seen, heard, and valued, they have the confidence to learn, lead, and find their own path forward.
That’s what it means to be a Mustang. 🐴
Visit our website to learn more: https://www.indeek12.org/
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At East Elementary, students are earning the special job of being named Care Cart helpers! Each month, new students are chosen to push the cart through the hallways and deliver well-deserved treats to their teachers and staff. To earn this fun responsibility, these standout students have Read moreconsistently demonstrated key leadership traits around school—showing what it means to be a good friend, treating others with respect, and stepping up as positive role models. The monthly tradition gives students a wonderful opportunity to practice leadership and spread kindness through the building and give staff a well deserved Thank you! Great Job to our September Care Cart Helpers! -Mrs. Poots
October Breakfast & Lunch Menus are listed online. Click the link here: https://www.indeek12.org/families/food-services/
It is senior night for Independence Volleyball. The girls host Mount Vernon in WaMaC East Volleyball. The lower level matches start at 5:00 and the varsity at 7:30. For those who cannot make the game it can be streamed at the link below:
2026-2027 Independence Volleyball vs. Mount Vernon
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The Mustangs tried a new menu item at the Jr/Sr High School. Buffalo Chicken Nachos with Tostito Chips, refried beans, cherry tomatoes, Strawberry Gel, and fresh pineapple.
New year - new meals! #MustangMoments