Independence High School (Independence, Ohio)
| Independence High School | |
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6001 Archwood Road , , 44131 United States | |
| Coordinates | 41°22′27″N 81°38′56″W / 41.37417°N 81.64889°W |
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| Type | Public, Coeducational high school |
| Motto | "Freedom To Excel" & "I-Pride" |
| Established | 1922 |
| Superintendent | Stephen Marlow[1] |
| Principal | William McGuinness[2] |
| Faculty | 34 |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 423 (2008-2009) |
| • Grade 9 | 108 |
| • Grade 10 | 120 |
| • Grade 11 | 107 |
| • Grade 12 | 89 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 11.5 : 1 |
| Color(s) | Royal blue and Gold [2] |
| Athletics conference | Chagrin Valley Conference[2] |
| Team name | Blue Devils[2] |
| Newspaper | The Spectator |
| Yearbook | The Eye |
| Athletic Director | Tim Skoczen[2] |
| Website | www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs |
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.
Summary
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
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
IHS offers 13 honors classes which include:
-English I II III IV
- Algebra II
- Pre-Calculus
- Biology
- Chemistry
- World History
- American History
- Economics
- Government
Advanced Placement Courses
IHS offers seven Advanced Placement (AP) courses:
- Calculus AB
- U.S. History
- English Literature
- Statistics
- Studio Art
- English Language and Composition
- 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
A shared use facility[clarification needed] was completed in 2004-2005 in conjunction with the City of Independence.
Cafeteria
• Accommodates up to 3000 people
• 3 cable TV hookups
• Video capability
• Accessible from the Fieldhouse
Auditorium
• 1200 seats
• Stage
• Orchestra pit with elevator
• Fly loft accommodates movable sets
• State-of-the-art audio & lighting
Competition Gymnasium
• 11,900 sq. ft. multipurpose court
• 1200 seats
• Built to collegiate basketball specifications
• Sound system
• 2 locker rooms
• Accessible from the Fieldhouse
Lecture Hall
• 46 seats
• Computer plug in ports
• Video conferencing
• Distance learning
• Projection screen
• Cable access
• Independent sound system
Media Center
• Conference room availability • 75 seats
Technology capabilities
• Internet access
• Data network
• Assistive listening sound system
• Cable TV
• Video Production
Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships
- Boys Track and Field - 1948 [3]
- Boys Cross Country - 2009, 2010 [3]
External links
![[1]](http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/IHSInfo/prmessage_files/image002.jpg){kind=link}
Notes and references
- ^ "Staff Directory". Retrieved 2011-12-23.
- ^ a b c d e OHSAA. "Ohio High School Athletic Association member directory". Retrieved 2010-02-17.
- ^ a b OHSAA. "Ohio High School Athletic Association Web site". Retrieved 2006-12-31.