- March 11, 2026
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Archer Minter enjoyed a snow cone to cool off from the sunny day.
Christian Micheo and Gustavo Oneltech waited in line to get face paintings.
Fifth-grade teacher Brittany McSweeney was one of the teachers who was dunked in the Dunk Tank.
Students had an opportunity to get photos with the school’s mascot, Indy.
Flavia and Maria Triani were excited about the event.
Students enjoyed playing Jenga at the Spring Carnival.
Carlos, Christian and Nancy Goytia were all smiles at the carnival.
Shaun McSweeney’s son Lachlan McSweeney received a lollipop from one of the booths at the event.
The face-painting booth was a popular stop for the children.
Nathan and Hadley Gillen played carnival games together.
A live DJ was present at the Spring Carnival, playing music, remixes and interacting with children and their families.
Kara, Savannah and Chris Dougherty had a blast at the Spring Carnival.
Jimbo and Evelina Folts wore shades on the sunny and warm day.
Patrick Hicks and Crystal Costa spent time with Patrick Hicks’ children, Patrick and Celina.
A soccer kick inflatable was one of the many games available for students to enjoy.
Independence Elementary students patiently waited their turn to buy snow cones at the third annual IES Spring Carnival.
With more than 900 attendees, the event was a success.
The school's parent-teacher organization hosted the carnival to bring the community together while raising funds to support students and staff.
The event not only is a way for the students and their families to have fun, but it also raises money to support students and staff.
The carnival featured a variety of inflatables and bounce houses, games such as Connect Four, fish-bowl tossing, giant Tetris and Dunk Tank, and face and body paint.
There also was a silent auction, concessions, food trucks and visits from Indy, the Eagle mascot.
There was lots of festivities and activities, and they sure were enjoyed.
