News and Announcements
Summer Reading Lists
July 14, 2008
We hope ICS students are reading all summer! Summer reading lists were mailed out to all students going into first through eighth grade. If you’ve misplaced your copy, getting a new one is just a click away.
Mayor Nutter Hosts ICS Middle School Students
May 28, 2008
On Tuesday, May 20, a group of 10 middle school students from Independence Charter School met with Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter at city hall.
Special Board Meeting
May 23, 2008
There will be a Special Meeting of the ICS Board of Trustees on Tuesday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m. at ICS for the purpose of reviewing and voting on an expulsion case.
The Fifth Annual International Festival at Independence Charter School
May 12, 2008
Join the Independence Charter School community for its Fifth Annual International Festival, featuring the food, music and culture of Chile, Dominican Republic, Kenya and other countries. This year’s festival takes place at ICS from 10am to 2pm on Thursday, May 22.
September 2008 School Opening and WINGS Updates
April 28, 2008
As you know, we are making the “big move” to the new school site at 16th and Lombard Streets this September. Here are the related school opening dates for Fall 2008:
- Construction is anticipated to be fully completed on August 29
- School for grades 1-8 will be open on Monday, September 15
- Kindergarten students will begin school on Wednesday, September 17
