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Principal's Message
At Independence, “We are dedicated to inspire the heart and mind to achieve excellence. We are united…when one succeeds, we all succeed.”
Mapping Our Future
Mapping Our Future is a new digital tool to share information about our schools: their diversity, their successes and how your tax dollars are being spent to prepare the next generation of leaders, innovators and groundbreakers.
Free Summer Food Program
June 2nd - July 24, 2025 | Monday - Friday
- Serving Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
- Serving Lunch 11 :00 a.m. - 1 :00 p.m.
- No service on June 19th and July 4th
Summer with CCSD
Our core values are important all summer long.
– Growth Mindset, Equity, Relationships, Whole Wellbeing, and Engagement –
From free meals for students to summer camps to year-round access to health care, Cherry Creek Schools wants your child to have a healthy, safe, and fun summer!
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
Our 2025-26 school year calendar at a glance.
Independence Calendar of Events
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What's Happening at Independence
![Congressman Jason Crow Visits Independence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745251621/cherrycreekschoolsorg/zwwhvckekxrlz3nkoucp/RecognitionPicture200x200px1.jpg","width":200}])
Third grade students hear about Congress from Representative Jason Crow.
![Mayor Coffman visits Independence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745250116/cherrycreekschoolsorg/ls6buh9jfzcuwkxuxecd/RecognitionPicture200x200px.jpg","width":200}])
Mayor Coffman visited Independence 3rd graders and talked about his responsibilities.
![photo of Lisa Morris and district administration with banner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745010817/cherrycreekschoolsorg/vdpqjfbu6dgqh6evagh7/RecognitionPicture200x200px1.png","width":200}])
Independence Elementary Staff were recognized by the District for their continued efforts with health and well being.
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There was both excitement and tension in the air as six teams of students demonstrated their deep knowledge of 15 books as they vied for the title of Battle of the Books Champion.
![children and staff pose for partnership photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743530871/cherrycreekschoolsorg/grlrwjrfky1vmrqpcan8/032725_DenverNWSL_CPaul-158_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743530871/cherrycreekschoolsorg/grlrwjrfky1vmrqpcan8/032725_DenverNWSL_CPaul-158_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743530871/cherrycreekschoolsorg/grlrwjrfky1vmrqpcan8/032725_DenverNWSL_CPaul-158_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743530871/cherrycreekschoolsorg/grlrwjrfky1vmrqpcan8/032725_DenverNWSL_CPaul-158_1.jpg","width":1000}])
In alignment with our Core Values and our vision of a Pathway of Purpose for every student, CCSD and the Denver NWSL are collectively investing to build soccer fields and a stadium in Centennial.
District Announcements
Summer Opportunities
Cherry Creek Schools offers a wide range of enriching summer programs for students of all ages. Whether your student wants to stay active, get ahead, or try something new, there’s something for everyone!
- Extended Child Services Summer Camps
- Summer Sports and Activity Camps
- In-Person and Online High School Summer School
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) Internship Program