Good Luck to Coach Dickey, Coach Chambliss and the entire XC team as they compete in the State Championship Track Meet today in Pearl, MS! #wildcatstothetop #wildcatathletics

Today we are proud to recognize Mr. Miller, for his steadfast leadership and commitment to our school community. We are also excited to celebrate one of our seniors, Casey Drake, who will be attending Mississippi State University next year. We know she will represent our school and community well!

Congratulations to our Jr High Lady Kats on their win over North Panola! Tonight was also "Pink Out" night. Our Jr High basketball teams recognized Stacy Cook tonight. She is a breast cancer survior that works at IHS.

East Tate Elementary is observing Grandparents Day along with their Book Fair today and tomorrow in their library. We are proud that one of our seniors, Danielle Najera, volunteered to help with the grandparents and grandchildren that visited the Book Fair. Thank you, Danielle, for being of such great service to our schools!

As an effort to prepare for his upcoming internship in the Independence High School Library, senior Ramon Medina is spending this week job shadowing in the East Tate Elementary Library. Ramon will be assisting Ms. Ashley Jones, ETE Librarian, during second block at their Book Fair October 27-31. Thank you, Mr. Harris, for arranging this for Ramon.

Mark your calendar! Make plans to be here! You don't want to miss out!

It's GAME DAY!!!

Today Mrs. Dixon, Central Office Staff and School Board Members attended the Senior Pep Rally to recognize Mr. Miller for guiding IHS to a "B" rating for the 24-25 school year. Other members of the staff who played a key role were also recognized for their outstanding scores. They are Mrs. Jaru Liggins, Ms. Mindy Dunlap, Mrs. Heather Dickey, Ms. Cheryl Hadley, Ms. Mary Ann Smith, Mrs. Tabitha Jones and Mrs. Kelsey Carr.

Our Boys and Girls Cross Country teams had SIX TOP FINISHERS at today's Senatobia race. The Girls team top finishers were Juliana Dickey, Alondra Luevano, Journee Jackson, and Daniella Najera. Our Boys team top finishers were Austin Eddie and Parker Brimmage. Next Thursday, the top seven runners from each team will have the opportunity to compete at the State Meet.

Today, it's a "Sea of Red" at IHS! #wildcatstothetop

Mr. Bonds and Mrs. Angie make learning fun! Their students had a great time creating great Lego creations! #wildcatstothetop

We just can't get enough of this guy! #nationalprincipalsmonth

Several weeks ago, seniors Gabby Ashworth, Kaitlyn Kitchens, and April Bryok, revealed to Mr. Harris they were interested in a career in healthcare. Hearing this, he arranged for them to job shadow today at Highland Hills Medical Center in Senatobia. Gabby is seen assisting ultrasound technician Stay Simmerman while Kaitlyn is examining medical data and April is observing a bone imaging machine.

Game On, Drugs Off! #redribbonweek

Independence High School welcomed Geoff Melton, site manager of WITRON in Hernando, to it two College & Career Readiness (CCR) classes this morning. Mr. Melton explained that WITRON is a manufacturer of automated systems used to distribute grocery products to supermarkets such as Kroger and Walmart. He also stressed the excellent careers WITRON offers as well as its outstanding apprenticeship program. Thank you, Mr. Harris, for providing this program to our students.

Thanks to the staff of Commincare for taking time to talk to our students about the risks associated with drug use and the importance of remaining drug free. Prevention Services Project Director- Shanterrica Pegues, Tykeria Vance, Elizabeth Cornelius, and Max Mobley shared lots of support and wisdom with our students, along with some great treats! Thanks for caring about our Wildcats!!

The celebration continues! Our amazing principal, Mr. Miller, is still receiving thoughtful gifts from his Wildcat family. We’re so grateful for all he does for our students and school — he truly deserves it!

The celebration continues! Our amazing principal, Mr. Miller, is still receiving thoughtful gifts from his Wildcat family. We’re so grateful for all he does for our students and school — he truly deserves it!

Independence High School welcomed Bedford Hunt and Bailey Hunt of Hunt Brothers Realty & Appraisal Services to both College & Career Readiness (CCR) classes this morning. Bailey Hunt explained the licensing requirements necessary to work in real estate while Bedford Hunt detailed the different approaches used to determine the value of real estate. In addition, both brothers pointed out the different types of careers available in the real estate industry. Thank you, Mr. Harris, for arranging this presentation.