by Dave Clarke | Aug 29, 2025 | IMS News, Podcast, St. Helena-Incarnation
Our network is overflowing with stories. Stories of achievement; stories of perseverance. Stories of sacrifice, selflessness and success. What we’ve needed is a meaningful way to share these stories; a way that is engaging, moving and compelling. That platform...
by Dave Clarke | Aug 22, 2025 | IMS News
On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, the Independence Mission Schools (IMS) network gathered for its annual Faith and Wellness Day, a day of reflection, professional learning, and celebration. Guided by the theme “Rooted in Faith, Growing in Wellness: Strong Minds. Loving...
by Dave Clarke | Jul 21, 2025 | IMS News
Last month, across our 14 schools, 369 students threw their caps in the air to celebrate their graduation. Three hundred and sixty-nine. Simply astounding. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments. Looking forward to the fall of 2025, our graduates are...
by Dave Clarke | May 27, 2025 | Holy Cross, IMS News, SS. Cyril & Philomena, St. Rose of Lima
Holy Cross eighth grader, Christopher O. took first place at Independence Mission Schools’ first-ever network-wide Spelling Bee, held Thursday, May 22 at the Friends Select School theater. Christopher secured the win, correctly spelling “equilibrium” in the final...
by Dave Clarke | Feb 21, 2025 | IMS News, St. Frances Cabrini, St. Rose of Lima, St. Thomas Aquinas
Beyond the Bell, Independence Mission Schools’ after school enrichment and care program, officially launched this month at a joyous ribbon-cutting ceremony at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School in West Philadelphia. Backed by an extraordinary $1.8 million gift from...
by Dave Clarke | Jan 5, 2025 | IMS News, St. Frances Cabrini
The IMS network has long been dedicated to integrating academic excellence with a strong Catholic foundation. To strengthen this mission, IMS introduced the role of Catholic Identity Coordinators (CICs) in each school, enhancing support for school principals as...
