I AM A WRITER.
Give Me Independence.
I AM A LEADER.
Give Me Independence.
I AM A SCIENTIST.
Give Me Independence.
I AM A MUSICIAN.
Give Me Independence.
I AM A SCHOLAR.
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I AM AN ATHLETE.
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The Independence Difference
Writing Excellence
There is no comparison. Our proven writing curriculum produces exceptional writers and effective communicators.
Wellness, Innovation & Learning
Our research-based CWIL™ supports the whole child and provides valuable resources for parents.
Mastering STEM
Faculty trained in engineering lead an authentic and engaging STEM curriculum.
Powerful Partnerships
Partnerships beyond our campus bring enriched opportunities for local and global learning experiences.
Advancing Creativity
Creativity is nurtured, supported and celebrated - from music and art, to movie making and coding.
Outcomes & Stories
The impressive outcomes of our students prove the value of an Independence education.
Setting the Standard
100%
Faculty members trained in Project-Based Learning
24
Field trips per year schoolwide that connect curriculum to the world
1,244
Community service hours completed by grades 6-8 during the 2018-19 school year
7
FIRST LEGO League and LEGO League Jr. teams
90
Acres on our beautiful, expansive campus with fields, streams and woods
100%
Middle school students in a performing music group or ensemble
$250,000
Scholarship money awarded to Independence's Class of 2019
13
Chess tournament trophies during 2018-19 school year
79
Consecutive-match unbeaten streak for tennis, dating back to 2011
Learning to Learn
We guide students in how to be organized, confident, independent and well-prepared.
Learning to Lead
Inspiring students to possess the confidence to lead sits at the heart of our mission.
Nurturing Citizenship
We reinforce and reward good citizenship and the values of respect, responsibility and integrity.
Inside Independence
![Katelyn Craft ('16) Receives Top DIAA Scholar-Athlete Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590767382/independence/aniunzgnvxmtyiearqmo/KatyCraftcrop.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590767382/independence/aniunzgnvxmtyiearqmo/KatyCraftcrop.png","width":467}])
Katy, now a senior at Tower Hill, was one of six Delaware students to be recognized by the DIAA for their athletic accomplishments.
![Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590172573/independence/sunjki8gbpauyfartd0o/nemours.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590172573/independence/sunjki8gbpauyfartd0o/nemours.png","width":400}])
What is MIS-C, and what are its common symptoms and potential complications? Thank you to Nemours/A.I. duPont Hospital for Children for allowing us to share this blog.
![Umar Aulia named 5th U.S. Presidential Scholar from Independence in 6 years]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1587571724/independence/qe4xndq98kpmjibsvvm6/012_AULIA_UMAR.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1587571724/independence/qe4xndq98kpmjibsvvm6/012_AULIA_UMAR.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1587571724/independence/qe4xndq98kpmjibsvvm6/012_AULIA_UMAR.jpg","width":640}])
Only 2 students from Delaware and 161 nationally were selected for this prestigious honor in 2020.
CWIL partnered with Nemours for an informative Zoom webinar about COVID-19, children, and the new syndrome, MIS-C.
![Shining A Light on the Class of 2020]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590170301/independence/pompdopmgskjdrhdsinb/yardsign_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1590170301/independence/pompdopmgskjdrhdsinb/yardsign_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590170301/independence/pompdopmgskjdrhdsinb/yardsign_1.jpg","width":628}])
Congratulations were personally delivered to the members our graduating class in the form of yard signs!
![The Red vs. Blue Challenges]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1589507098/independence/cwpo4e8y2rwgla92fljz/RedvsBlueChallenges3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1589507098/independence/cwpo4e8y2rwgla92fljz/RedvsBlueChallenges3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1589507098/independence/cwpo4e8y2rwgla92fljz/RedvsBlueChallenges3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1589507098/independence/cwpo4e8y2rwgla92fljz/RedvsBlueChallenges3.png","width":814}])
Since we cannot be on campus for our traditional year-end Field Day, our physical education department has come up with a great alternative! Go Red! Go Blue!
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