INDEPENDENCE, Ohio – Children at Independence Primary School were excited to welcome four-legged police officers to their lessons as they were visited by brand new K9 police dogs.
The special visit by the newly graduated dogs which have just completed a six-week training course took place earlier this month.
Students were able to interact with the dogs and learn about the work they will be doing with Independence Police Department.
A statement said: “Students got an up-close look at the training, skills, and teamwork between police officers and their loyal K9 companions, making for an unforgettable and inspiring school day.”
The latest inductees into the National Honor Society at Independence High SchoolSubmitted by Independence Local Schools
Independence High School celebrates National Honor Society induction
A special ceremony at Independence High School marked the latest induction of students into the National Honor Society.
Led by the students, the ceremony focused on the four pillars underpinning the society – character, scholarship, leadership and service.
Principal Michael Janatovich delivered the welcome remarks, highlighting the prestigious standards of the organization, and Alexandria Velez, the IHS National Honor Society President, provided the introduction, explaining the meaning and significance of NHS membership.
The newly inducted students are: Joanna Albady, Matilda Averre, Samuel Bernhardt, Allison Bohrer, Gianna Carlucci, Lauren Dalrymple, Matthew Dubitsky, Landon Eichler, Emily Gibbons, Rebecca Gibson, Anna Firmasek, Brooke Godsnow, Matthew Jirmasek, Samantha Kandzer, Lindsey Lien, Matthew Liepert, Gianna Londrico, MaryAnne LeRoy, Tate McGovern, Madelyn Mudra, Nora Olexa, Sofia Pichert, James Panichi, Tatiana Randjclovic, Liam Riemerth, Anderson Sears, Matthew Shamblen, Giada Spisak, Lucy Spencer, Gabrielle Tokich, Brooke Vollman, Grady Wachs, and Haley Wilson.
Marshmallows and spaghetti were the building materials of choice for second graders at Independence Primary SchoolSubmitted by Independence Local Schools
Budding engineers demonstrate their building skills with spaghetti
Equipped with spaghetti and marshmallows, second graders at Independence Primary School set about building the tallest towers they could design.
The future engineers were involved in a STEM challenge that showed learning could be fun – and delicious.
The Marshmallow Spaghetti Tower Challenge encompassed essential life skills of teamwork, creativity and problem solving as the youngsters discovered how to resolve problems like structural stability and balance as they competed to build the tallest freestanding tower.
“It was amazing to watch our second graders approach this challenge with such enthusiasm and creativity,” said design technology teacher Kerry Morosko. “They learned that success comes from working together, being patient, and not being afraid to try new ideas.”
She added: “The Marshmallow Spaghetti Tower Challenge isn’t just a fun activity, it’s a hands-on way to introduce young learners to basic engineering concepts, spatial reasoning, and the importance of perseverance.”
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