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Middle School

Bingham
1716 South Speck Rd.
Independence, MO 64057
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Phone: 816-521-5490
Fax: 816-521-5631
Principal: Corey Willich
E-mail: corey_willich@isdschools.org
School Website
Bingham Handbook
School Supply List
Bingham School Data

Start: 8:05 AM Dismiss: 3:05 PM

George Caleb Bingham Middle School, a child-centered and standards-driven community, offers a vast array of programs, policies and practices that are tailored to maximize the learning potential of every student. At Bingham Middle School, the academic approach stems from a shared philosophy that promotes academic rigor, high academic achievement and quality performance in a nurturing atmosphere of high expectations and personal support.

By providing a safe, well-disciplined and motivating environment, every student will be given extensive opportunities to participate, learn and succeed. As independent, lifelong learners, all Bingham students will be able to think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, cooperate with others, make wise decisions and experience personal fulfillment.

Through fully integrated curricula, a dynamic partnership will be forged between the home, school and community to ensure every student will acquire the knowledge, skills, self-confidence and character necessary for productive citizenship in an ever-changing and complex global society.

Mission

The entire Bingham Middle School community shares a collective responsibility to ensure that every student achieves academic and emotional fulfillment in a nurturing atmosphere of high expectations and personal support.
Bridger
18200 E M-78 Highway
Independence, MO 64057
 james bridger
Phone: 816-521-5375
Fax: 816-521-5632
Principal: Kirsten Clemons
E-mail: kirsten_clemons@isdschools.org
School Website
Bridger Handbook
Bridger School Data

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James Bridger Middle School, named after the famous pioneer James Bridger, opened in 1966. Composed of supportive teams of sixth, seventh and eighth grade teachers, Bridger offers a caring, safe environment. Students have the opportunity to select from a variety of exciting and interesting exploratory courses. They may also participate in an after-school program which offers tutoring, a variety of clubs and interscholastic sports.

Bridger Middle School goals:
-Student academic achievement
-Parent and community involvement
-Increased attendance
-School spirit and climate
Vision
It is our vision to celebrate individual efforts and achievements while encouraging students to accept responsibility for learning, decisions and actions.
Nowlin
2800 S Hardy
Independence, MO 64052
 nowlin
Phone: 816-521-5380
Fax: 816-521-5633
Principal: Dr. Dale Wolff
E-mail: dale_wolff@isdschools.org
School Website
Nowlin Caring Communities
Nowlin Handbook
Nowlin Supply List
Nowlin School Data

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Mission
The mission of Nowlin Middle School is to provide all students with a safe, orderly, inviting learning environment to help them achieve academic and social success.
Vision

We believe all students can be given the opportunities to achieve and succeed.

* Believe: We believe every student will be given the opportunity to learn in a safe, orderly, accepting, and nurturing envioronment, characterized by high expectations for all.
* Achieve: As a team, the teachers, staff, and administration will provide all students the skills and knowledge to prepare them for their futures; academically and socially.
* Succeed: We will offer all students opportunities to experience academic, athletic, and social success and will showcase their accomplishments.
Pioneer Ridge
1656 South Speck Rd.
Independence, MO 64057
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Phone: 816-521-5385
Fax: 816-521-5630
Principal: Michael J. Weishaar, Ph. D
E-mail: michael_weishaar@isdschools.org
School Website
Pioneer Ridge Handbook
Pioneer Ridge Supply List
Pioneer School Data

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Pioneer Ridge opened in the fall of 2000 and houses grades sixth - eighth. Divided into five separate areas or communities, the 129,000 square foot building includes 66 classrooms, 2 gymnasiums, commons area, administrative offices and a science center. The school’s name was selected because it reflects the many pioneers who have been a part of Independence history and for those who will be part of the new century.
Mission
The Pioneer Ridge community will create a supportive environment that embraces involvement of all stakeholders in the educational development of every student. Our success oriented atmosphere focuses on mutual respect and cooperation with the goal of assisting all students in becoming positive, productive and contributing members of Pioneer Ridge Middle School and society.