The Independent School Wichita, KS

at 8317 E Douglas Ave, Wichita , 67207 United States

1. Education

Pre-K to 12 Independent/Private School

Description

In 1980, Mrs. Jean K. Garvey, a mother of six who was deeply committed to the education of her children, saw a need for a different type of private school in Wichita, Kansas. She wished to create a school that provided, at a modest price, a high-quality education for average and above-average children. Starting in a small building with eight brave students and equally brave parents, The Independent School quickly grew to a student body of 146. Mr. Willard Garvey, whose construction company created homes around the world for hundreds of people, was “persuaded” to build a large building for the growing student population. The new and spacious building was quickly filled with dynamic teachers and enthusiastic pupils who were eager to learn in a warm, caring and nurturing environment. In 1991, grades 6-8 were added to a new Middle School. The addition of an Upper School saw our first class of 16 pioneering seniors graduating in 1998. In 1999, the first five National Merit Scholars were named. Today, due to Mrs. Garvey's vision, The Independent School continues to thrive. Students come from a wide variety of racial, ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds. Every year, Independent graduates are offered admission to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the nation. A comprehensive extracurricular program at all levels flourishes as students expand their interests into a wide variety of sports and academic competitions, winning multiple state championships. Our community service projects have been recognized locally, regionally and nationally. It is part of our daily mission to provide a superior education conducive to the intellectual, emotional, and physical growth of each independent student. The Independent School is an accredited member of the Independent School Association of the Central States (ISACS) and the North Central Association (NCA). Membership to these organizations is achieved through a rigorous evaluation process. These prestigious organizations offer our faculty strong learning communities and national level professional development opportunities. The Independent School continues to build on the simple premise that originally guided Mrs. Garvey over 30 years ago: to provide a cost-effective, college preparatory education for a lifetime of learning.

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Summary

The Independent School Wichita, KS is Wichita based place and this enity listed in Education category. Located at 8317 E Douglas Ave KS 67207. Contact phone number of The Independent School Wichita, KS: (316) 686-0152 Ext 405