Independence Academy
Vision
As the most restrictive special education program in the Adams 12 continuum of social/emotional learning, Independence Academy offers intense, individualized, and comprehensive specialized instruction in a separate school setting for students grades 6-12. Students attending IA receive responsive, intense, and individualized instruction in social awareness, self-awareness, relationship skills, self-management and responsible decision-making as well as access to grade-level standards and academic interventions through a carefully developed and implemented multi-tiered system of support.
Student Hours
- M/T/Th/F: 8:00 AM to 1:45 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM-12:15 PM
Program Values
At IA our staff behaves in a way that is in line with our core values:
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Respect: We believe a lot can be achieved by treating people with respect and dignity under any and all circumstances.
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Integrity: Integrity is what you do when nobody's looking. As a professional, it is paramount that each individual within an organization remain professional at all times and make decisions for students based on the best interest of the student.
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Service: We believe that everything we do should serve the purpose of creating a safe, inclusive learning environment where students feel seen, valued, and heard.