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Convocation 2025

The Independence School District ushered in the new school year by welcoming back district employees at the 2025 Convocation ceremony. More than 2,500 educators, administrators, and support staff came together to kick off the start of the school year. It was also an opportunity to celebrate the people that make this district so special.

Full Convocation 2025 Recording

Convocation 2025 Program

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, Nacole Benscoter

2025-2026 Classified Employee of the Year, Danny Davidson

Starfish Award Winner:

Tony Caudillo

Tony is in his 17th year with the Independence School District. He began his ISD career at Korte Elementary, where he worked for 12 years, before spending two years at Independence Academy and the past three years supporting Mallinson and Sugar Creek. Over the years, Tony has assisted staff in every school building across the district and worked with nearly every department, giving him a broad perspective and strong connections throughout the ISD.

Photos by David Rainey