We'd like to thank all Independence law enforcement officers and personnel who help ensure that Independence is the best place to work, play, and live.
2 days ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
During "National Mentoring Month," we'd like to take a moment to thank everyone who serves as a mentor and positive role model for the youth of Independence. A special thank you to our community members who commit their time each week to work with USD 446 students.
2 days ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
USD 446 is excited to partner with other community leaders throughout 2026 to celebrate Independence 250, a nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026.
This calendar of events highlights how Independence students and educators will engage in this exciting celebration.
3 days ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
2 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Thank you for your service!
2 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Bulldog Families: Our counselors and school-home coordinators have compiled information about various community resources to support families in crisis. Please find images attached of food and other resources available in our Independence community.
2 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Food Resources - Independence, KS
2 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Independence Food Resources
2 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
October 13-17 is identified as National School Lunch week. We'd like to take this time to give a great big THANK YOU to all of USD 446's food service employees who keep our students' tummies from growling.
3 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
October is historically identified as Bullying Awareness Month. We'd like to take this time to remind our stakeholders of the variety of resources we have in Independence Public Schools to support kids. First, counselors/support personnel in every building (IKE: Darrell Clifton; JEF: Bre Toms; IMS: Christina Mitts and Chelsey Martin; IHS: Teresa Jefferson and Valerie Schmitz; and BRIDGES: Mark Lasater. Second, School-Home Coordinators to support all buildings: Alicia Sanders and Lindsay Reichenberger. Third, SparkWheel and student support personnel at secondary buildings: Nicole Percival and Mike Rose.
We'd also like to direct our stakeholders to support materials related to bullying on our district website:
https://www.indyschools.com/page/bullying3 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
NATIONAL FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING APPRECIATION WEEK
We'd like to thank these USD 446 heroes!
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Please find attached resources from the Stop Trafficking presentation provided for the community on September 17. Help us keep kids safe online.
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
September 16 is identified as National IT Professionals Day. USD 446 would like to recognize these VIPs who keep our technology healthy: Director Dustin Osburn and support personnel Heather Copithke, Jamon Hawley, and Woodman Hayes.
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Independence Public Schools would like to invite community members to a FREE presentation by The Stop Trafficking Project. This presentation is meant to provide community members, parents, and other caring adults with practical tips to help keep our kids safe.
Where: Independence High School Performing Arts Center
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Intended Audience: Adults
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Independence Public Schools would like to invite community members to a FREE presentation by The Stop Trafficking Project. This presentation is meant to provide community members, parents, and other caring adults with practical tips to help keep our kids safe.
Where: Independence High School Performing Arts Center
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Intended Audience: Adults
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Independence Public Schools would like to invite community members to a FREE presentation by The Stop Trafficking Project. This presentation is meant to provide community members, parents, and other caring adults with practical tips to help keep our kids safe.
Where: Independence High School Performing Arts Center
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Intended Audience: Adults
K-12 students will have the opportunity to participate in presentations geared to their age on Thursday during the school day.
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
September is historically identified as Suicide Awareness Month. We'd like to take this time to remind our stakeholders of the variety of resources we have in Independence Public Schools to support kids. First, counselors/support personnel in every building (IKE: Darrell Clifton; JEF: Bre Toms; IMS: Christina Mitts and Chelsey Martin; IHS: Teresa Jefferson and Valerie Schmitz; and BRIDGES: Mark Lasater. Second, School-Home Coordinators to support all buildings: Alicia Sanders and Lindsay Reichenberger. Third, SparkWheel and student support personnel at secondary buildings: Nicole Percival and Mike Rose.
We'd also like to direct parents to support materials related to suicide awareness on our district website:https://www.indyschools.com/page/suicide-prevention-awareness-and-training
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
Independence Public Schools would like to invite community members to a FREE presentation by The Stop Trafficking Project. This presentation is meant to provide community members, parents, and other caring adults with practical tips to help keep our kids safe.
Where: Independence High School Performing Arts Center
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 PM
Intended Audience: Adults
K-12 students will have the opportunity to participate in presentations geared to their age on Thursday during the school day.
4 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
A great big USD 446 THANK YOU to the Educational Foundation and the Stacy family for providing four communication boards for our early learning center and elementary playgrounds. This will be a huge support for our limited verbal communicators who, with these boards, can feel included and "seen."
5 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
5 months ago, Kellie Puderbaugh
