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{{Infobox school
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| name = Independence High School
| name = Independence High School
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| county = ([[Cuyahoga County, Ohio|Cuyahoga County]])
| county = ([[Cuyahoga County, Ohio|Cuyahoga County]])
| zipcode = 44131
| zipcode = 44131
| country = USA
| country = United States
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| district =
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| oversight =
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| affiliation =
| affiliation =
| trustee =
| superintendent = Stephen Marlow<ref>{{cite web | title = Staff Directory | url = http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/index.php/staff-directory-district-81 | accessdate = 2011-12-23 }}</ref>| trustee =
| founder =
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| president =
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| head =
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| chairperson =
| chairperson =
| principal = James Hogue<ref>{{cite web |title=Office of the Principal |url=https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/OfficeofthePrincipal_HS.aspx |publisher=Independence High School |access-date=7 March 2022}}</ref>
| principal = William McGuinness<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory" />
| viceprincipal =
| viceprincipal =
| asst principal =
| asst principal =
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| ranking =
| ranking =
| faculty = 34
| faculty = 34
| teaching_staff =
| teaching_staff = 23.85 (FTE)<ref name=NCES/>
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| national_ranking =
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| avg_class_size =
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| ratio = 11.5 : 1
| ratio = 14.00<ref name=NCES/>
| SAT =
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| team_name = Blue Devils<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory">{{cite web|url=http://www.cdab.org/members.asp?SCHOOL_ID=750|title=Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory|accessdate=2010-02-17|author=OHSAA}}</ref>
| team_name = Blue Devils<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory">{{cite web|url=http://www.cdab.org/members.asp?SCHOOL_ID=750|title=Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory|accessdate=2010-02-17|author=OHSAA|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101105065559/http://cdab.org/members.asp?SCHOOL_ID=750|archive-date=2010-11-05|url-status=dead}}</ref>
| nickname =
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| colors = [[Royal blue]] and [[Gold (color)|Gold]] <ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory" /> {{color box|royalblue}}{{color box|gold}}
| colors = Royal blue and gold<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory" /> {{color box|royalblue}}{{color box|gold}}
| yearbook = ''The Eye''
| yearbook = ''The Eye''
| publication =
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| alumni =
| alumni =
| nobel_laureates =
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| enrollment = 334 (2022-23)<ref name=NCES>{{cite web|url=https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/schoolsearch/school_detail.asp?Search=1&DistrictID=3904656&ID=390465602589|title=Independence High School|publisher=National Center for Education Statistics|accessdate=August 19, 2024}}</ref>
| enrollment = 423
| grade9 =
| enrollment_as_of = 2008-2009
| grade9 = 108
| grade10 =
| grade10 = 120
| grade11 =
| grade11 = 107
| grade12 =
| grade12 = 89
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| free_label3 = Athletic Director
| free_text3 = Tim Skoczen<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory" />
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| homepage = [http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/ www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs]
| homepage = {{URL|http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/}}
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'''Independence High School''' is located in [[Independence, Ohio]], south of [[Cleveland]], [[Ohio]]. It is a part of the Independence Local School District. The school colors are blue and gold, and the mascot is a Blue Devil.
'''Independence High School''' is a public high school located in [[Independence, Ohio]], south of [[Cleveland]]. It is a part of the Independence Local School District. The school colors are blue and gold, and athletic teams are known as the Blue Devils.


==Summary==
==Summary==
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==Curriculum==
==Curriculum==
College preparatory subjects are strongly emphasized within a broadly based program of studies. Special programs are available for gifted, learning-disabled, and at-risk students. Students may also participate in a wide variety of vocational programs at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center. A strong commitment has been made preparing Independence students to excel in a technological society. The labs are well equipped, with new, up to date computers available in every classroom. Also available are two computer labs and a library with computers all linked to a student server. Technology is routinely integrated into all academic disciplines through the use of document cameras, over-head projectors, smart boards, and Power Point presentations.

===Honors Courses===
[[Image:Indy HS 2nd Floor Hall.JPG|thumb|The 2nd floor of Independence High School, home to the English, Math, Economics, and Social Studies departments.]]
[[Image:Indy HS 2nd Floor Hall.JPG|thumb|The 2nd floor of Independence High School, home to the English, Math, Economics, and Social Studies departments.]]
College preparatory subjects are available within a broadly based program of studies. Special programs are available for gifted, learning-disabled, and at-risk students. Students may also participate in a number of vocational programs at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center. Also available are two computer labs and a library with computers all linked to a student server. Technology is routinely integrated into all academic disciplines through the use of document cameras, over-head projectors, smart boards, and Power Point presentations.

IHS offers 13 honors classes which include:<br>
-English I II III IV<br>
- Algebra II<br>
- Pre-Calculus<br>
- Biology<br>
- Chemistry<br>
- World History<br>
- American History<br>
- Economics<br>
- Government

===Advanced Placement Courses===
IHS offers seven Advanced Placement (AP) courses:<br>
- Calculus AB<br>
- U.S. History<br>
- English Literature<br>
- Statistics <br>
- Studio Art<br>
- English Language and Composition <br>
- Government

==Clubs==
* Academic Challenge
* Biology Society
* Bowling Club
* Mock Trial
* Music Department
* National Honors Society
* Prom Committee
* Ski Club
* Spectator (school newspaper)
* Student Council
* Yearbook Committee


==Facilities==
==Facilities==
[[File:Indy HS Competition Gym.JPG|thumb|Main gymnasium]]
A shared use facility{{clarify|date=January 2014}} was completed in 2004-2005 in conjunction with the City of Independence. The building includes a cafeteria built to accommodate up to 3,000 people, a 1,200-seat auditorium with an orchestra pit and fly system, a 1,200-seat, {{convert|11900|sqft}} gymnasium built to collegiate basketball standards, a 46-seat lecture hall, and a media center with a 75-person conference room.


==State championships==
A shared use facility{{clarify|date=January 2014}} was completed in 2004-2005 in conjunction with the City of Independence.

===Cafeteria===
[[Image:Indy HS Cafeteria.JPG|thumb|Independence High School's cafeteria during lunch.]]

• Accommodates up to 3000 people<br>
• 3 cable TV [[Electrical connector|hookups]]<br>
• Video capability<br>
• Accessible from the Fieldhouse

===Auditorium===

• 1200 seats<br>
• Stage<br>
• Orchestra pit with elevator<br>
• Fly loft accommodates movable sets<br>
• State-of-the-art audio & lighting

===Competition Gymnasium===
[[Image:Indy HS Competition Gym.JPG|thumb|Independence High School's competition gymnasium]]

• 11,900 sq. ft. multipurpose court<br>
• 1200 seats<br>
• Built to collegiate basketball specifications<br>
• Sound system<br>
• 2 locker rooms<br>
• Accessible from the Fieldhouse

===Lecture Hall===

• 46 seats<br>
• Computer plug in ports<br>
• Video conferencing<br>
• Distance learning<br>
• Projection screen<br>
• Cable access<br>
• Independent sound system

===Media Center===
[[Image:Indy HS Library.JPG|thumb|The Media Center of Independence High School]]

• Conference room availability
• 75 seats

===Technology capabilities===

• Internet access<br>
• Data network<br>
• Assistive listening sound system<br>
• Cable TV<br>
• Video Production

==Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships==
{{Further|Ohio High School Athletic Association}}
{{Further|Ohio High School Athletic Association}}
* Boys [[Track and Field]] - 1948 <ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association">{{cite web|url=http://www.ohsaa.org/|title=Ohio High School Athletic Association Web site|accessdate=2006-12-31|author=OHSAA}}</ref>
* Boys [[track and field]] - 1948<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association">{{cite web|url=http://www.ohsaa.org/|title=Ohio High School Athletic Association Web site|accessdate=2006-12-31|author=OHSAA}}</ref>
* Boys [[Cross country running|Cross Country]] - 2009, 2010 <ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association" />
* Boys [[Cross country running|cross country]] - 2009, 2010<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association" />
* Girls golf - 2017<ref name="Ohio High School Athletic Association" />


==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/ District Website]
*{{Official website|http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/}}
*[http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/LRC/046565 LRC 06-07.pdf 06-07 report card]
*[http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/IHSInfo/prmessage_files/image002.jpg]


==Notes and references==
==Notes and references==
{{reflist|2}}
{{reflist|2}}

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[[Category:High schools in Cuyahoga County, Ohio]]
[[Category:High schools in Cuyahoga County, Ohio]]

Latest revision as of 00:50, 23 August 2024

Independence High School
Address
Map
6001 Archwood Road

Independence
,
(Cuyahoga County)
,
Ohio
44131

United States
Coordinates41°22′27″N 81°38′56″W / 41.37417°N 81.64889°W / 41.37417; -81.64889
Information
TypePublic, Coeducational high school
Motto"Freedom To Excel" & "I-Pride"
Established1922
PrincipalJames Hogue[1]
Faculty34
Teaching staff23.85 (FTE)[2]
Grades9-12
Enrollment334 (2022-23)[2]
Student to teacher ratio14.00[2]
Color(s)Royal blue and gold[3]   
Athletics conferenceChagrin Valley Conference[3]
Team nameBlue Devils[3]
NewspaperThe Spectator
YearbookThe Eye
Websitewww.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/

Independence High School is a public high school located in Independence, Ohio, south of Cleveland. It is a part of the Independence Local School District. The school colors are blue and gold, and athletic teams are known as the Blue Devils.

Summary

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Located in Cuyahoga County, Independence High School is accredited as a four-year, comprehensive high school by the Ohio State Department of Education. The school year consists of two ninety-day semesters with four nine-week grading periods.

Curriculum

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The 2nd floor of Independence High School, home to the English, Math, Economics, and Social Studies departments.

College preparatory subjects are available within a broadly based program of studies. Special programs are available for gifted, learning-disabled, and at-risk students. Students may also participate in a number of vocational programs at Cuyahoga Valley Career Center. Also available are two computer labs and a library with computers all linked to a student server. Technology is routinely integrated into all academic disciplines through the use of document cameras, over-head projectors, smart boards, and Power Point presentations.

Facilities

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Main gymnasium

A shared use facility[clarification needed] was completed in 2004-2005 in conjunction with the City of Independence. The building includes a cafeteria built to accommodate up to 3,000 people, a 1,200-seat auditorium with an orchestra pit and fly system, a 1,200-seat, 11,900 square feet (1,110 m2) gymnasium built to collegiate basketball standards, a 46-seat lecture hall, and a media center with a 75-person conference room.

State championships

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Further information: Ohio High School Athletic Association
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Notes and references

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  1. ^ "Office of the Principal". Independence High School. Retrieved 7 March 2022.
  2. ^ a b c "Independence High School". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  3. ^ a b c OHSAA. "Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory". Archived from the original on 2010-11-05. Retrieved 2010-02-17.
  4. ^ a b c OHSAA. "Ohio High School Athletic Association Web site". Retrieved 2006-12-31.
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