Start of School
Block 1 begins Monday, August 24. Due to social distancing, you may call the school to let them know you are coming (208) 785 8825 or email the school by Thursday, August 20.
New Students click link to go to District registration information.
WELCOME TO INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL
HOME OF THE MAVERICKS
155 East Francis, Blackfoot, Idaho 83221
Phone (208) 785-8825 Fax (208) 785-8893
strengths and benefits of our school
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At IHS we help students get credits and graduate.
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Teachers and students care about each other.
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Earn credits faster with two classes for four weeks.
Ongoing Information
For up-to-the-minute school updates, please see the Blackfoot School District web page on Facebook.
Coronavirus measures:
Specific measures Independence High School is taking to combat the spread of Coronavirus:
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Our teachers are giving students direction concerning hand washing, sanitation and sharing of personal items.
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Sanitation and disinfectant wipes are available in each classroom and teachers are asking students to wipe off desks and chairs each day.
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Our staff is spraying desks and chairs each day with a sanitation/disinfectant.
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Liquid hand sanitizer is available in each classroom so students can disinfect their hands after classroom activities or when students request it.
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IHS custodial staff is wiping door handles, light switches and phone receivers each day.
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Our nursery staff is diligently wiping and spraying disinfectant on exposed surfaces.
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IHS is offering “Independent Study Courses” to those students who are too sick to attend school.
If you have questions or suggestions please feel free to contact us. We are very concerned about the Corona Virus outbreak and are taking steps to lessen its impact on your students.
Thank-you
Mark Kartchner, Principal
Click Link for more information and resources about the Coronavirus.
Independence High School is specifically designed for students who have difficulties in the regular high school setting. Students who attend have been referred from their home high schools by administrators who know they need a different type of learning environment in order to succeed.
IHS seeks to provide an individualized, academically challenging program for all students, which will emphasize the development of personal responsibility and promote positive growth in academics, attitudes, interpersonal relationships and values necessary in becoming productive citizens.