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Canvas ISD Academies ISD Sports Lunch Menus ISD Foundation Kids’ Safari Recent NewsKindergarten Registration is Open ? Online Kindergarten Registration is open! Step 1: Register Online Step 2: Contact Your School You will need to contact your child’s school to complete the enrollment process. This includes completing the in-person screening and providing a copy of your child’s birth certificate and immunization records. Find your school at ISDschools.org/boundary. School contact information can […]Independent Survey Reveals Overwhelming Support for Four-Day School Week Results from a recent survey conducted by researchers at Missouri State University have shed light on stakeholder sentiments regarding the implementation of a four-day instructional week in the ISD. The survey, which sought to gauge the opinions of various groups, including families, teachers/staff, and students, has highlighted key insights into the perceived benefits and challenges […]Art Academy Student’s Work Hangs in Missouri Capitol Art Capstone student Bri Thurmon was selected as a 2024 Missouri Senate Student Fine Arts Exhibit honoree. Her work was specially selected by Independence’s Senator John Rizzo to represent his district. Bri travelled to Jefferson City for the exhibition and met with Senator Rizzo. Her artwork now hangs in the Missouri Capitol building.AVID Student Mock Interviews Through the AVID program, all seventh grade ISD students practiced career-readiness skills in preparation for mock interviews this spring. Students completed interest surveys, practiced resume writing and learned interview skills. Over seventy community members then conducted mock interviews with each student.Truman Student Honored in MO Scholars 100 Truman High School senior Ian Ferguson was named a recipient of MO Scholars 100, a prestigious honor awarded for his academic achievement and involvement in his school community. Ian will be honored along the other MO Scholars 100 at a luncheon April 21, 2024. Ian was nominated for this award by Truman Principal Ronda Scott. […]Van Horn Biomedical Student Qualifies for Nationals, Earns Grand Award Congratulations to Project Lead the Way Biomedical Innovation senior, Adriana Sarinana from Van Horn for receiving one of the 2024 Grand Awards at the Greater KC Science & Engineering Fair (GKCSEF) with her project titled, A Hands-Free Approach to Adhesive Bandage Application for Enhanced Sterility and Convenience.” Adriana will present her project at the Regeneron […]Van Horn’s Dr. Justin Woods Named Principal of the Year Van Horn High School’s Dr. Justin Woods was named High School Principal of the Year by the Greater Kansas City MO Principals Association (GKCMPA). Dr. Woods will be honored at the GKCMPA banquet April 17th. The ISD is so grateful for Dr. Woods’ leadership at Van Horn and throughout the district.Students, Staff and Community Partners Honored at Academy Awards Congratulations to all Academy Award nominees and winners! Students were nominated by staff for their work ethic, academic achievement and participation within the Academy Pathways. The winners were announced at a banquet attended by their families and school staff. Academy Teacher of the Year: Jim Oatman, Van Horn High School Freshman Academy Student of the […]Your ISD: ISD Health + Wellness Full video: https://youtu.be/LqFELRnH1Vs?si=C9UfQvSlieIYSN69ISD Employee Health Clinic: https://sites.google.com/site/isdhealthclinic/ISD Wellness Center: http://sites.isdschools.org/wellness/wellness-centerHenley Aquatic Center: http://sites.isdschools.org/henley/index In the ISD, we’re not just educating minds; we’re nurturing the health and wellness of our ISD employees and their families. That’s why all district ISD employees and retirees, and their families, have access to the ISD Health Clinic, ISD Wellness Center, and the Henley […]Your ISD: Partnering for Students, PTA + ISD Full video: https://youtu.be/vu4RfMmmgMw?si=NjCez7yh3FcN-FEz The is grateful for the partnership of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) in our mission of building a community of support and excellence for the benefit of our students. ‘Home and school should work together for the good of the child’,” reads Board of Education Director Jill Esry from the […] Archived News Mission: By providing quality education, the will ensure that each learner will achieve the skills and self-confidence to be successful in an ever-changing world. 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