Welcome to Independence Nontraditional School Department of Student Services (INS). Students and families are either served in our Center program located on the first floor or in our Middle and High School Program located on the 2nd and 3rd floors. To get information about either program, please navigate accordingly on the left side of this screen. We welcome you all to our Student Services Departments and hope this website is a useful tool for our students, their families and our community stakeholders.

Vision Statement For Our Department: 

Every student at Independence Nontraditional School is resilient and capable of overcoming their challenges and obstacles to graduate on time with the knowledge, skills and habits of mind necessary to create a thriving future for themselves and their community.   

Mission Statement For Our Department:

The Independence Nontraditional School Student Services Department is committed to providing an innovative and personalized educational approach that empowers students to fulfill their high school graduation requirements while cultivating the skills and mindsets necessary for a successful and fulfilling future.

We recognize that each student learns uniquely and progresses at their own pace. Therefore, we offer an alternative to the traditional educational model—one that honors individual learning styles and fosters growth across academic, social-emotional, and career development domains.

Our pedagogical framework is designed to support students in acquiring and applying knowledge in core academic subjects, developing emotional intelligence and healthy habits, and exploring career pathways. Through this holistic approach, we aim to nurture independent, resilient, and engaged individuals who contribute meaningfully to their communities.

We are committed to supporting all students through the following guiding principles:

· Implementing innovative strategies to eliminate barriers and ensure equitable access to academic achievement.

· Providing opportunities for social and emotional development with a strong emphasis on inclusion.

· Fostering perseverance, creativity, and productivity in all learning environments.

· Encouraging exploration of future educational, career, and technical pathways.

· Creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for every student.

· Prioritizing equity and access to resources and opportunities for all learners.

· Promoting meaningful engagement with families and the broader community to support student success.