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Our Mission
Our Mission
The mission of the Independence High School Library is to make a positive impact on the school by building lasting relationships with students and staff, creating a welcoming and safe library environment for all learners, and turning students into lifelong lovers of reading and learning. The IHS Library aims to enhance the personal and academic lives of the students and staff and support the learning of all individuals at the school. It works towards ensuring all students learn effective and efficient strategies for navigating an information rich world and aids in the creation of learners who will be successful users of technology and information in the outside world.
Come Visit the Library!
Come Visit the Library!
All students are welcome at the IHS Library! Come hang out with friends, play a board game, color, build a puzzle, or explore our craft and maker materials. The Library staff can assist you in finding your next great read. We can also help you with questions about books, research, citations, library resources, proofreading a paper, and so much more. Come see us!
To come to the library during Study Hall:
Create an eHallpass to the library and have your teacher approve it. The pass will turn green when approved. Each study hall is allowed 4 students at one time.
To come to the library during Lunch:
See Mr. Elliot or Mr. Grimes at the front of the cafeteria for a Library Lunch eHallpass!
December Make & Take Event
December Make & Take Event
Sign up for a spot during lunch on December 16th and 17th to come in to the library and make your own hot cocoa mix! All ingredients will be provided and labeled for allergens. We will have dairy free, vegan, and halal options!
12 days of reading challenge 2025
12 days of reading challenge 2025
Complete at least 12 of the reading activities on the card and return it to the library after winter break! Everyone who completes the challenge will win a prize.
Library Volunteer Program
Library Volunteer Program
Students can volunteer before school, during study hall, and/or during their lunch block.
Duties/Responsibilities
Shelving Books (fiction/nonfiction)
Seasonal Displays
Book Lists & Book Recommendations
Run Errands/Odd jobs
Benefits
Community Service Hours
Make New Friends
Teacher Recommendation
Help with Fun/Creative Library Projects
Interested? Fill out an application and drop it off at the Circulation Desk.
We are something to Follow!
We are something to Follow!
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