Independence Middle School has implemented a new class to assist seventh
graders in obtaining a higher level of reading comprehension. This
program is referred to as the READ 180. It is an intensive reading
intervention program that confronts the problem of adolescent illiteracy
and special needs reading. This program incorporates many methods that
have proven to assist those struggling readers. The program uses
technology, smaller sized classroom, individualized instruction,
auditory assistance, and computer software to enhance the learning of
the students as well as engage the student in the learning process. Even
with the class ratio smaller the program is design for students to work
together in small group and students help each other so that they feel
part of a team. Independence Middle School is anticipating great
results. This program was chosen due to the success it had obtained in
nearby schools in Tangipahoa parish as well as other areas of the United
States
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Group Picture- Mrs Robertson
Students- Joanna Booker
Raven
Benjamin
Byquan
Glass
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Brianna Robinson
Independence Middle School is happy to announce that Wal-Mart of Amite has generously support three of the schools program with community grants. Mrs. Sandra Ellis presented Coach Flemings and Coach Blackwell with 100.00 to support the football team in obtaining equipments and Nola Mannino with 100.00 for new social studies supplies as well as 75.00 for Beta Induction Ceremony. We appreciate the support and encourage our students and parents to support this business.
Photo From Right to Left- Coach Hank Fleming, , Nola Mannino, Sandra Ellis, and Coach Blackwell
