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Free Summer Meals
In partnership with Missouri’s Department of Health & Senior Services, anyone ages 1–18 (and eligible disabled adults ages 18-21) can enjoy free breakfast and lunch at select locations all summer long. No registration or fees are required—just show up and eat.
What’s offered
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Nutritious breakfast and lunch served Monday through Friday during summer break.
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Available at open ISD school sites.
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Open to all kids 18 and under—plus eligible disabled adults. (Eligible disabled adults are those who are determined by a State educational agency or a local public educational agency of a State to be mentally or physically handicapped and who participate in a public or non-profit private school program established for the mentally or physically handicapped.)
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Visit the Missouri Department of Health and Human Services Summer Food Service Program webpage for details.
Additional information
- All visitors to any ISD school must check in at the front office using the Raptor Management system.
- Meals must be consumed at the school, at the time of your visit.
Contact Nutrition Services at (816) 521‑5371 with any questions.
Fueling awesome summers with healthy meals—no questions asked!
May 28th - June 27th |
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Mondays (closed June 16th) |
Tuesdays - Fridays (open June 16th, closed June 19th) |
| Blackburn Elementary | Sycamore Hills Elementary Breakfast 8:45 - 9:45 Lunch 11:00 - 1:00 |
Glendale Elementary | Ott Elementary | Luff Elementary | Mallinson Elementary | Spring Branch Elementary |
| Cassell Park Elementary Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 Lunch 11:00 - 1:00 |
Santa Fe Trail Elementary |
| Bridger Middle School | Pioneer Ridge Middle School Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 Lunch 11:00 - 1:00 |
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Truman High School |
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Van Horn High School |
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William Chrisman High School |
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July 1st - August 6th |
Mondays - Fridays (closed July 4th) |
| Little Blue Elementary | Sycamore Hills Elementary | Three Trails Elementary Breakfast 8:45 - 9:45 Lunch 11:00 - 12:00 |
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The 2024–2025 school year has officially wrapped up, and that means Summer Success is underway! We’re excited to welcome our students back for a season of learning, exploration, and fun. Here’s to a summer full of growth and great experiences in the ISD!
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Friday, May 23, 2025
Independence School District
Statement naming Interim Superintendent
The Independence School District Board of Education announces that it has named Dr. Cynthia Grant as Interim Superintendent for the 2025–2026 school year. Her appointment takes effect July 1, 2025.
Dr. Grant currently serves as the district’s Deputy Superintendent of Instructional Services, where she leads academic programming, student services, and instructional support for more than 14,000 students. A long-serving leader in the ISD, Dr. Grant brings extensive experience in curriculum, human resources, and school administration. Her leadership has been instrumental in implementing the district’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and advancing student success at every level.
Board President Carrie Dixon said, “We are confident that Dr. Grant’s deep understanding of our district, her strong relationships with staff and families, and her unwavering commitment to public education will provide steady leadership during this transition.”
The Board of Education will begin a comprehensive search process later this year to identify a permanent superintendent.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Cindy Grant
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This past Friday and Saturday, we had the joy of celebrating our Class of 2025 at all three of our high school graduations! Congratulations to our incredible ISD graduates—your hard work has paid off! We are so proud of you! 🎓 🎉
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As we near the end of the 2024-25 school year, we wanted to share information about the Independence School District’s CSIP. This collaborative document helps govern our decisions, allowing us to ensure we are meeting state expectations, as well as the ones we set for ourselves here in the ISD. We will continue to refine our processes as we work over the summer and work to meet these goals as we begin the 2025-26 school year.
What is CSIP?
The Independence School District (ISD) utilizes the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) to prioritize areas of improvement, ensuring that students are academically successful and prepared for college and/ or careers. The CSIP was developed by collaborative teams of administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community members who worked together to outline these strategic plans.
Key Components:
1. Academic Achievement
2. Facilities
3. High-Quality Staff
4. Parent-Community Involvement
5. Technology
Why CSIP Matters:
Our CSIP isn’t just a document; it’s a commitment to excellence and equity in education. By focusing on continuous improvement, the ISD works to create an environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our CSIP helps us stay accountable, transparent, and responsive to the needs of our District community.
Our CSIP is part of our alignment to MSIP6: Missouri’s sixth cycle of its School Improvement Program. It is a comprehensive accreditation system used by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to assess the performance of schools and districts across the state. MSIP6 sets forth a set of rigorous standards and accountability measures designed to ensure that Missouri students receive high-quality education and achieve at high levels.
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