Independence Charter School

We know staring at a screen all day has been tough this year, and spring has us excited to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather. Do you have a favorite outdoor activity? Tell us in the comments below. #baseball #softball #outdoors #spring #ICSgrit #thoughtfulthursday #charterschool

At ICS, we believe second-language acquisition is crucial to creating the global leaders of tomorrow, and our award-winning staff makes this process engaging and fun! Interested in learning more? Check out our website today to discover how our SLA program works. #sla #global #ICSgrit #charterschool #teach #globalleader

As we wrap up Women’s History Month, it reminds us to always celebrate women and their accomplishments. ICS is proud to congratulate Nancy Cubano for being a 2021 AL DÍA Women of Merit Honoree in the Education category. They selected Nancy Cubano for her dedication to her students, and we are grateful to have her in the ICS community. ¡Gracias por su arduo trabajo, Maestra Nancy Cubano! #ALDIAWomenofMerit

We are closed this week for Spring Break. We hope you all are having a safe and relaxing vacation and look forward to seeing you when we return on April 5th! #levelup #schoolupdate #ICSlevelup #ICSgrit #springbreak

Spring Break this year will look a little different, but that won't stop us from getting outside and enjoying our week off. How will you celebrate Spring Break? #spring #ICSgrit #thoughtfulthursday #charterschool

Did you know that moving your body can help with concentration and attention? Taking a walk, dancing to your favorite song, or enjoying a game at recess are all fun ways to exercise. What is your favorite way to move your body? #levelup #exercise #ICSlevelup #ICSgrit #joyfulmovement

Don't forget to tune in @ 4:30pm and celebrate ICS' Class of 2020! #2020ics

Independence Charter School Graduation Class of 2020

Let’s celebrate the Class of 2020! Don’t forget to tune in tomorrow for 8th grade virtual graduation! #2020ics

We miss you ICS! Enjoy our #stayhome #stayhealthy #staysafe video from our staff. https://youtu.be/e0zv-mxNMSc

For the health and safety of our community, Independence Charter School will be closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. ICS administration will remain in close contact with families with further information as it develops.

ICS is now hiring for the 2020-21 school year! We are seeking candidates specifically for grades K-3 and Middle School Social Studies/Science in Spanish & English. Please share widely! https://independencecharter.org/employment/

Congratulations to Tr. Greg and his 7th & 8th grade engineering elective on winning two special awards at the Future Cities Competition! During this competition, the students created a city model out of trash, a full virtual city, along with a city essay and presentation. Awards included: "Excellence in Project Management Award" and "Excellence in Sustainability and Transportation."

Who won The ClassH-Room? The teachers or the students? Tune in tonight at 6:30 to see who wins on The ClassH-Room, a trivia-based game show for school teachers and students on Fox29 (grades 7-12). #theclasshroom

Happy 2020 Families! Let the new year bring in new adventures in lifelong learning. With your help, we can continue to offer diverse learning opportunities that integrate bilingual education, rigorous academics, and creative expression through the arts.... It’s never too late to show your support. Remember, no amount is too small to exponentially expand a student’s potential for success. Give today: https://independencecharter.kindful.com

Countdown to 2020! Let’s ring in the new year with strong support for our beloved ICS community. Together, we can ensure that our students and families continue to thrive for many more years to come. When you give to ICS, you won’t just be supporting a great schoolyou will be fueling a positive force in the city. You won’t just be supporting academic achievers, you will be molding global citizenskids who are compassionate, curious, and critical thinkers in a rapidly advan...cing world. Your gift by December 31 is fully tax-deductible. Any amount has big impact! https://independencecharter.kindful.com

‘Tis the season for giving and gathering family and friends! Over the past 18 years, ICS has gathered families from diverse neighborhoods and backgrounds across Philadelphia. We have remained strong in our commitment to Global Citizenshipideals that reflect our commitment to celebrating diversity, empowering student achievement, and cultivating a safe and respectful learning environment for all our families. Help us keep our mission going. Your donation in any amount is an ...investment towards lifelong learning for a student at ICS! Give today! https://independencecharter.kindful.com/

Join us this #GivingTuesday to give back to the ICS community! Your donation in any amount supports diverse learning opportunities that integrate bilingual education, rigorous academics, and creative expression through the arts. No amount is too small to create big impact for ICS students. Here are some examples of how far your gift can go: $500 upgrades a classroom’s technology ... $150 sponsors a student in an extracurricular activity (play, music, sports) $50 supports classroom enhancements to aid Special Education student progress $25 covers the cost of a student on a cultural field trip Give today! https://independencecharter.kindful.com/

Today marks an exciting day for ICS! Our groundbreaking ceremony kicks off a $9 million capital expansion for our beloved school at 16th and Lombard! Tune in to hear from students, teachers, and ICS leadership as we celebrate our growth as a school and community of diverse learners. ... Learn more about this momentous initiative here: www.independencecharter.org/newaddition

ICS families, see you this Thursday, June 6 at the Groundbreaking Ceremony at 9:30 am! Hear from students, teachers, and invited guests as we come together to commemorate our growth as a school and community! Learn more: https://independencecharter.org/new-addition/... Please RSVP to [email protected]. P.S. Can’t make the event? We’ll be covering the ceremony live from Facebook, so make sure to tune in on June 6.