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'{{Infobox Secondary school | name = Independence High School | logo = [[Image:Indy HS.jpg|230px| Independence High School]] | motto = "Freedom To Excel" & "I-Pride" | established = 1922 | type = [[Education in the United States#High school (Grades 9 through 12)|Public High School]] | principal = Roger Howard | faculty = 35 | students = 421 | mascot = Blue Devil | colors = Royal Blue and Gold |city = Independence |state = [[Ohio]] |country = [[United States|U.S.]] | website = http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/ | grades = 9 - 12 | average | address = 6001 Archwood Road | newspaper = The Spectator | yearbook = The Eye (formerly Blue and Gold) }} '''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 the heart of Cuyahoga County, Independence is a small suburb south of Cleveland. It is part of a tradition of academic excellence, in which it scores well on both Ohio test scores, and has almost 100% graduation rate each year. Independence High School is accredited as 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. There is one period a month, or 12 in a year. The 423 students at the high school are enrolled as follows <br> <br> - Class of 2009 89 Students<br> - Class of 2010 107 Students<br> - Class of 2011 120 Students<br> - Class of 2012 108 Students<br> Student/Teacher Ratio 11.5: 1<br> Number of Faculty: 34<br> Faculty with degrees beyond BA/BS: 29 (85%)<br> Current Principal: Roger Howard<br> ==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, new, up to date computers are available in every classroom with three available computer labs and a library with eleven computers and are all linked to a database and technology is routinely integrated into all academic disciplines. ===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.]] 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 <br> ===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<br> ==Independence Clubs and Affiliations== ===Anger Management Group=== Chris Bierman (President) and Nicole Bansuh (Vice President) run this club that was formed three years ago. It is well known for its Gothic principles as well as its monthly sacrifices of dead baby animals. July is metal awareness month. The whole month is dedicated to informing our youth of the dangers and fears of metal in the environment, especially metals that are exposed to sunlight. ===Video Club=== Video Club is where students can make short films. Under the leadership of a group of students, the club makes short movies for enjoyment, and to learn how to use new equipment. The Video Club has made two movies during the 2007-2008 school-year: the I-Pride Awards DVD, and the Middle School Jump Rope video to be aired on the public cable channel. ===Bowling Club=== Headed by Mr. Corpuz, the bowling club competes against nearby schools as well as participates in tournaments amongst one another. ===Biology Society=== Biology Society, under the leadership of Mr. Maretka, takes numerous field trips down to the land lab, have a spring trip each year, and annually watch the salamander migration. ===SADD=== SADD, or Students Against Destructive Decisions, tries to get the Independence student body involved in activities that would help them decide against making harmful decisions. Joey Augustyn, who graduated recently, pioneered the "Why?" Campaign, which questions everyday students about why they make the decisions they make. SADD's adviser is Mrs. Romanchik. ===Student Council=== This group of leaders is in charge of pep assemblies, dances, spirit week, charity work, and fundraisers. The council also works to govern the student body and collaborate with faculty to solve miscellaneous school-related problems. The organization is led by Mrs. Ribovich and currently President Emily Laski. ===Yearbook Committee=== This group of students work year-round to produce the awaited and very creative yearbook. The committee is run by Mr. Jaszczak. ===Key Club=== Headed by Mr. Wells, they work with the Kiwanis Club of Independence, helping with pancake breakfasts, [[barbecue]]s, and community service to benefit our community. ===National Honors Society=== Mrs. Romanchik and Mrs. Fike head this club which awards the cream of the crop with this very prestigious title. They do community service and tutor kids as well. ===Ski Club=== Students take weekly trips to Boston Mills in the Winter, where they can ski or snowboard. The group is run by Ms. Davis. ===Academic Challenge=== Mr. Wells is the head of this club which competes against other schools in various subjects in an attempt to challenge their minds. ===Prom Committee=== Led by Mrs. Satola, this club works year-round to ensure a safe and enjoyable Junior-Senior Prom near the end of the school year. ===Music Department=== Mr. Schatt (Band director) is at the head of the IHS Music Department. - Students who are a part of the Marching Band or Vocal Ensemble perform at football games, put on a Madrigal Dinner near Christmas, and take a trip to Florida where they march in Disney World’s SpectroMagic parade and sing at EPCOT every other year. ===Glass Ceiling=== Mrs. Hanratty is the head of this club, which gives female students a chance to prepare for a career in the business world. ===Mock Trial=== Dr. Fierer is the head of this club in which students debate against one another and other schools, practicing court trials while learning debating techniques along the way. ===Spectator=== Ms. Neville is the head of this group. The Spectator comes out periodically throughout the year, with news over the latest updates, movie reviews, opinionated articles, teacher news, and debates to keep the student body informed about IHS. ==Facilities== The new Shared Use Facility was completed in 2004-2005 in conjunction with the City of Independence under the leadership of Mayor Fred P. Ramos. ===Cafeteria=== [[Image:Indy HS Cafeteria.JPG|thumb|Independence High School's cafeteria during lunch.]] • Accommodates up to 300 people<br> • 3 cable TV hookups<br> • Video capability<br> • Accessible from the Fieldhouse<br> ===Auditorium=== • 1200 seats<br> • Stage<br> • Orchestra pit with elevator<br> • Fly loft accommodates movable sets<br> • State-of-the-art audio & lighting<br> ===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<br> ===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<br> ===Media Center=== [[Image:Indy HS Library.JPG|thumb|The Media Center of Independence High School]] • Conference room availability<br> • 75 seats<br> ===Technology capabilities=== • Internet access<br> • Data network<br> • Assistive listening sound system<br> • Cable TV<br> • Video Production<br> School colors: Blue and gold Mascot: The Blue Devil 2006-2007 School Year State Report Card http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/LRC/046565 LRC 06-07.pdf ==Alma Mater== Tune: "[[Far Above Cayuga's Waters]]"<br /> Far above Cuyahoga's waters,<br> Where we're honor bound,<br> Stands our noble Alma Mater,<br> May her name resound.<br> Sing her praises never ceasing,<br> Raise our voices high,<br> Thee we honor, Alma Mater,<br> Independence High.<br> The words for the alma mater were written by Mrs. Cecil Burnett, <br />wife of the Superintendent who served Independence in the late 1930's ==Ohio High School Athletic Association State Championships== * [[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> {{see|Ohio High School Athletic Association}} ==External links== *[http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/ District Website] ==Notes and references== {{reflist|2}} * http://www.independence.k12.oh.us/hs/IHSInfo/prmessage_files/image002.jpg {{coord missing|Ohio}} [[Category:High schools in Cuyahoga County, Ohio]] [[Category:Independence, Ohio]]'