Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessments Independence Local Schools

Independence, OH
Joined June 2012
A valuable day of Prof. Learning for @YourIndySchools on Strengthening Public Schools! Keynote speaker Dr. Peg Dawson shared research-based insights & practical strategies to strengthen executive functioning skills, equipping us to better support our staff & students @ESC_Teach
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I am honored to work with Ms. Mueller, well deserved recognition!! 💙💛
IMS Principal Ms. Haley Mueller was featured in a Kent State University alumni article! Read it here: kent.edu/alumni-and-giving/n…
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Loved visiting Mr. Palumbo’s 6th grade PLTW Design class as students proudly showcased their orthopedic prototypes. Creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and some seriously impressive designs! Our future engineers are already at work! #LearningComes2Life @YourIndySchools
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Powerful kickoff to the year @YourIndySchools! We were thrilled to welcome John Spencer as our keynote speaker, who inspired us w/practical ways to empower both staff & students through AI to enhance learning. So much to take away, so much to learn, & so much to be excited about!
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Nothing like a little Ted Lasso to get the school year started @YourIndySchools! 💙💛 Such a great message by @kelliCogan4, be curious, not judgmental; BELIEVE in all kids, and most importantly remember you are never alone! Love our team!!
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Picture Perfect, Blue Devils!!! 💙💛 Let’s Go!!!
We can’t picture back to school without YOU! Our staff is back and looking picture perfect. All we need now is our students!
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Welcome to @YourIndySchools, new educators! We had a fantastic induction day filled w/connection, learning, & excitement for the year ahead. And of course, no ILS welcome would be complete without our bus tour featuring the one and only famous guide, @tjebert ! 💙💛
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Kicking off the school year @YourIndySchools w/our commitment to literacy. Today, teachers strengthened their expertise through REWARDS intervention training to ensure every student receives targeted support they need to become confident, successful readers. #LiteracyLearners
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IMS families...here's the lineup of important dates in August for you! We can't wait to welcome you back into our building!
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IPS Families...here is a refreshed graphic that shows your back-to-school dates with clarification on the dates for kindergarten. Stay tuned for more information coming your way from the IPS office!
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Our final induction meeting w/our new educators was a celebration of growth, change, learning, & wins! This team embraced our strategic vision and set goals as they prepare for year 2. Thank you for the impact you made on the students @YourIndySchools 💛💙
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It was a beautiful day to celebrate Arbor Day and Government Day with our 4th graders! We love the collaboration with the city to make these experiences so special for our students. A special thank you to Mayor Kurtz for releasing the butterflies!! @YourIndySchools
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Gr 5 Career Exploration Day was an incredible opportunity for students to engage in hands-on experiences that sparked excitement about future career possibilities! Thank you to Mrs. Barbiaux for such a meaningful day @YourIndySchools @CVCCWorks
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Great discussion today at the Cuyahoga Valley State Chamber of Commerce luncheon as superintendents, including @kelliCogan4, shared wonderful things happening in schools across our area. Collaboration is key to providing students w/the opportunities they deserve @YourIndySchools
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Grateful for the opportunity to work alongside our @YourIndySchools Your dedication to students and staff each and every day does not go unnoticed, it takes a truly special person to lead with such care, commitment, and heart. Thank you for all you do! 💙💛
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Mark your calendars! Bring your questions...tour our primary and middle schools. We hope to see you on April 30 and May 3.
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Proud to welcome Matt Faska to our team @YourIndySchools #CultivatingALegacyOfExcellence
Independence Local Schools Names Matt Faska as Next Principal of Independence High School independence.k12.oh.us/o/ils…
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Truly building community within our community through collaboration, kindness, and real-world learning! 💙💛
Our students are excited to help you with your tech needs this afternoon at the Civic Center! Feel free to stop by with your phone, tablet, or other devices!
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Community Info Session / Open Houses at IPS and IMS Scheduled independence.k12.oh.us/o/ils…
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Kindergarten registration for the 2026–27 school year is open. We can’t wait to welcoming the future Class of 2039! Families with children who will be five years old on or before August 26, 2026, are encouraged to begin the enrollment process!
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