Independence Update D E C E M B E R 8, 2 0 1 7 Inspire to Learn. Empower to Excel. The Knights Code Integrity Unity Loyalty Courage Perseverance Service I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E : Notable Knights 2 Upcoming Dates Knights in Action 3 4-5 Announcements 6 Booster Clubs 7-9
P A G E 2 Notable Knights Alison Walker Alison Walker exemplifies the Loyalty trait of The Knight s Code. She is incredibly smart and does very well in school. However, being a good student isn't just some talent she was born with. Allison is loyal to her academics, and her grades and accomplishments are a direct reflection of the time and dedication that she puts into her studies. I can always count on Allison to turn in a high quality project or to score well on a test because she is loyal to her commitments. As a teacher, there's nothing that makes me happier. Kodie Wilmoth Kodie Wilmoth exemplifies the Perseverance trait of The Knight s Code. This student is truly is the epitome of perseverance. She sets high standards for herself and strives to better herself. Through thick or thin, she is constantly a reliable student that always plans ahead and is willing to go the extra mile to meet her goals. Overall, she has been an inspiration to her classmates that see her work ethic and strive to emulate her behavior. Mia Hernandez Mia Hernandez exemplifies the Unity trait of The Knight s Code. Mia is always positive and is constantly sharing her happiness with others. She's one of the kindest students I know at Independence and she always dedicates her day to making someone smile.
Upcoming Dates AcDec District Meet 8:00 am Girls Wrestling Texas Ladies Classic 9:30 am @ Frisco HS JV/V Boys Wrestling 9:30 am @ Wylie East Fine Arts Holiday Showcase 7:00 @ IHS Boys Basketball vs. McKinney North 9/4:30, JV/6:00, V/7:30 @ McKinney North Girls Basketball vs. HHS 9/5:00, JV/5:00, V/6:30 @ HHS JV Boys Wrestling vs. The Colony 9:00 am @ The Colony HS Girls Basketball vs. FHS JV/4:45, V/6:00 @ IHS Scoggins Night Boys Basketball vs. Arlington 9/5:00, JV/6:30, V/8:00 @ IHS Varsity Boys Wrestling vs. Wylie 9:00 am @ Wylie HS Girls Wrestling Cowgirls Christmas Classic 10:00 am @ Coppell HS 9th Grade Scoliosis Screening 9th Grade Scoliosis Screening Boys/Girls Wrestling vs. Prosper 6:00 @ IHS NAHS Induction Ceremony 7:00 @ IHS
P A G E 4 Knights in Action Congratulations to the following All-Region Band members from Independence HS! TMEA Region 24 5A Wind Ensemble: Mia Cotton, Flute 3 rd Chair, 9 th grade* Kylie Kemppainen, Bass Clarinet 3 rd Chair, 11 th grade Brandon Herzog, F Horn 4 th Chair, 12 th grade* Max Goldberg, Trombone 2 nd Chair, 11 th grade* Sam Mahusay, Tuba 3 rd Chair, 10 th grade *Advanced to Area Level auditions in January for a chance to earn a spot in the 5A All-State Band TMEA Region 24 5A Symphonic Band: Grace Wang, Flute 1 st Chair, 10 th grade Rohith Ram, Flute 3 rd Chair, 11 th grade Heather Moore, Bb Clarinet 8 th Chair 12 th grade Sarah Kemppainen, Bass Clarinet 3 rd Chair 9 th grade John Escalante, Tuba 4 th Chair 12 th grade TMEA Region 24 5A Concert Band: Justin Liu, Flute 9 th Chair, 11 th grade Ashley Moore, Bb Clarinet 7 th Chair, 11 th grade Lexi Para, Bb Clarinet 18 th Chair, 12 th grade Lapri Huff, Tenor Sax 1 st Chair, 12 th grade Tyler Klimczyk, Trumpet 1 st Chair, 12 th grade Aiden Rogers, Trombone 4 th Chair, 10 th grade Diego Correa, Euphonium 1 st Chair, 11 th grade Wilson Daggett, Euphonium 2 nd Chair, 12 th grade TMEA Region 24 9 th Grade Band: Ashley Liu, Flute 8 th Chair Meghana Dwarakinath, Clarinet 4 th Chair Alternates: Max Moores, Bari Sax 12 th grade Trevor Gagnon, Trumpet 11 th grade Haley Weaver, Euphonium 12 th grade Zach Moore, Tuba 10 th grade Abiel Issac, Percussion 10 th grade Aaron Cheung, Percussion 10 th grade
P A G E 5 Knights in Action Madison Schaefer signed to play Softball at Texas A & M Commerce. Go Knights!
P A G E 6 Helping Kids Deal With Bullying Please see the link to get more information on bullying prevention. http://www.friscoisd.org/departments/guidance-and-counseling/parenteducation-opportunities Seniors ATTENTION SENIORS!! All Senior information and updates will be on the IHS website under resources/2018 seniors. http://schools.friscoisd.org/hs/independence/site/resources/2017-seniors
Just in time for the cold weather, Cheer will be selling long sleeve T-shirts for $20 as well as IHS popsockets for $10 next week during all lunches. We have a very limited supply of popsockets so get yours before they are all gone!!