Welcome Back Letter from Principal
Dear Independence High Students and Families, Welcome back to the 2023-2024 school year! My name is Matt Medellin and I am happy to announce that I am the new principal at Independence High School. I have lived in this wonderful community for many years. Before moving...

How to Enroll
Current District Students: Contact your current school office and ask for a transfer appointment with your counselor.
New District Students: Contact Independence High School at 257-5100 to schedule an enrollment appointment.

Campus News
Check here to see Parent Square posts and school information from the Independence High campus .

Counseling Corner
Here you can connect with one of the school counselors or access resources. Mrs. Martinez is available to answer academic, ASVAB, college, financial aid, or transcript questions as well as assist students with connections for social-emotional wellness. Ms. Camargo provides support in small groups and in social-emotional areas.

Information for Families
Find forms and other important information here–from Work Permits to Health and Safety Protocols to other district materials. This area is updated as needed so please check back often.
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Our Staff
Staff | Name | Phone | Position | Department | |
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Mrs. Case | 209-257-5141 | mecase@acusd.org | Administrative Assistant for Independence High and Community School | To request a transcript, please go to the "Contact Us" page or email Mrs. Case. | |
Mrs. Farrar | 209-257-5100 | lisa.farrar@acusd.org | Teacher | Ag/Stem, Art, Graphic Design, Edgenuity | |
Mr. Garbarini | 209-257-5100 | chris.garbarini@acusd.org | Teacher | History, Govt/Econ | |
Mr. Porta | 209-257-5100 | kporta@acusd.org | Teacher | Math and Physical Education | |
Ms. Fornaciari | 209-257-5100 | tfornaciari@acusd.org | Teacher | English | |
Mrs. Martinez | 209-257-5153 | lmartinez@acusd.org | Counselor | ||
Mr. Medellin | 209-257-5100 | matt.medellin@acusd.org | Principal | ||
Mrs. Hayes | 209-257-5100 | ahayes@acusd.org | Teacher | Special Education |
Independence High Bell Schedule for 2023 – 2024
Start Time | End Time | Period |
---|---|---|
8:40 am | 9:36 am | Period 1 |
9:39 am | 10:33 am | Period 2 |
10:36 am | 11:30 am | Period 3 |
11:30 am | 12:00 pm | Lunch |
12:03 pm | 12:25 pm | Period 4 |
12:28 pm | 1:22 pm | Period 5 |
1:30 pm | 3:20 pm | Credit Recovery Labs (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) |
Start Time | End Time | Period |
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8:40 am | 9:15 am | Period 1 |
9:18 am | 9:50 am | Period 2 |
9:53 am | 10:25 am | Period 3 |
10:28 am | 11:00 am | Period 4 |
11:03 am | 11:35 am | Period 5 |
11:35 am | 12:00 pm | Lunch |