With the safety and well-being of our students paramount, Independence will participate in several of the organization’s programs.

In a wonderful testament to the strength of Independence’s athletic programs, the Auction and Gala Paddle Raise and post-gala donations exceeded the $30,000 goal, bringing in over $33,000 for new scoreboards!

Independence recently organized a service trip to Costa Rica. In mid-June, we traveled all across the country, going to the Pacific Coast, zip-lining, visiting hot springs and waterfalls, and, of course, participating in service activities.

Going to Costa Rica was one of those experiences that I always had on my bucket list, but never expected to check off. Even while we waited in the airport in the early morning hours to board the plane, part of my mind was still wondering, “Is this really happening?” But there I was, taking off from Philadelphia with 22 middle school girls and three other phenomenal Independence teachers, about to embark on an amazing journey.