Independence High School seniors Brittney Kelley and Kendra Reed recently approached Mr. Harris about their interest in dental hygiene. To provide them exposure, he arranged for them to job shadow at Senatobia Dental Care. Brittney and Kendra are patiently listening to Dr. Stanley Tristeza explain a procedure regarding a patient.

Independence High School is seeking dedicated educators who are equally passionate about the classroom and the court. We are currently hiring for Teacher-Coach positions for the upcoming school year. If you are committed to student-athlete development and academic excellence, we want to hear from you. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Don't just watch the show - be a part of it. This year YOU decide who takes the Crowd's Favorite Award. $1 = 1 vote.

Today, we were proud to welcome the DeSoto County, Mississippi Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for Future Friday. They shared valuable opportunities with our students, including youth initiatives that provide access to mentoring programs, educational enrichment, and scholarship pageants. #wildcatstothetop #futurefriday #deltasigmatheta
IHS kicked off Kindness Week by welcoming the class of 2032 from Coldwater and East Tate . The students enjoyed seeing the facilities and talking with coaches and staff. We can't wait to have our newest Wildcats on campus next school year.
We rounded out spirit week with a red out at IHS today for the district championship! GO BIG RED and bring home the wins!

Congratulations to our New 2026 - 2027 Varsity Cheer Squad!

Independence High School recently welcomed Staff Sergeant Christian Barnes of the U.S. Air Force to all three College & Career Readiness classes. SSgt. Barnes, a 10 year veteran of the Air Force, explained his role as an aircraft engine mechanic in addition to being a recruiter. He also stressed the benefits offered by the Air Force, among them education, financial, and careers. At the end of his presentations, SSgt. Barnes allowed students to sign up to receive additional information, with junior Kadie Johnson taking advantage of this opportunity.


Varsity Cheer Parent Meeting: Thursday Feb. 12th 5:45 PM @ IHS Cafeteria. If you are trying out for Varsity Cheer you MUST attend the meeting. Email tjones@tcsdms.org if you have any questions.
We look forward to seeing all of our students and staff back in the classroom tomorrow. School will follow a normal schedule for Tuesday, February 10.

No varsity cheer parent meeting or clinic today. Updated schedule will be posted in the Google Classroom.
Tate County Schools will be closed Monday, February 9th due to hazardous roads in several areas of the county. An update will be made on Monday regarding Tuesday.

Tate County Schools will be closed, February 6 due to hazardous road conditions. We will post an update regarding Monday on Sunday evening.

Tate County Schools will be closed Thursday, February 5th due to hazardous road conditions. We will post an update on Thursday evening regarding Friday.

Tate County Schools will be closed Wednesday, February 4 due to hazardous road conditions. We will post an update regarding Thursday on Wednesday evening.

UPDATE: Current Grades 8th-11th, Varsity Cheer Clinic and Tryout dates have been moved. Please check your Cheer Tryout Google Classroom for updates.

Tate County Schools will be closed Monday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 3rd due to hazardous road conditions. We will post an update regarding Wednesday on Tuesday evening.

Tate County Schools will be closed Thursday January 29 and Friday, January 30 due to hazardous road conditions. We will post an update regarding Monday on Sunday by 5:00 pm. Stay safe and warm!

Tate County Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28 due to hazardous road conditions. We will post a decision regarding Thursday on Wednesday by 6:00 pm. Stay safe and warm!

Tate County Schools will be closed Monday, January 26 due to winter weather and hazardous road conditions. Stay safe and warm!

