The Shaker eNews is a weekly roundup of important information including District events, school newsletters and District, PTO Council, Shaker Schools Foundation and City news. Be sure to read the entire Shaker eNews each week to stay informed! | |
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Visit our District Calendar online for a complete list of upcoming activities, events and athletic competitions.
Please note the following upcoming important dates:
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Mean Girls, the Musical | Thursday-Saturday, November 16-18
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No School for Students - Professional Development | Monday-Tuesday, November 20-21
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Thanksgiving Recess | Wednesday-Friday, November 22-24
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Click on the appropriate link below for school-level and building PTO news:
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Use these Quick Links to access the following District information:
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Panorama Student Survey
After Thanksgiving break, all Shaker students in grades 3 through 12 will be taking the Panorama Student Survey. Panorama provides a computer-based survey composed of multiple choice and open-ended (free response) questions. The Panorama Student Survey gathers feedback from students about their classroom learning experience and their perceptions of the overall school environment. School leaders use the survey to learn from their students and plan for improvements. The survey takes about 20-30 minutes, and the responses to the surveys will be completely confidential. Additionally, if a student does not feel like they have enough information to answer a question, they will be able to skip the item altogether.
If you do not want your child to participate in the survey, you have the option to opt-out by completing the Testing form in the PowerSchool Parent Portal by November 24. Use these directions for help with the online form.
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Shaker Heights High School Presents Mean Girls
Shaker Theatre and Music Departments proudly present Mean Girls by Tina Fey, with music by Jeff Richmond and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, playing November 16-18. Performances will be held in the SHHS Large Auditorium.
This year, a company of over 60 students and adults has come together to bring this classic teen comedy to life. Directed by Department Chair, Scott Sumerak, with music direction by SHHS Choir Master Nick LaPete, this co-curricular production engages students enrolled in multiple areas of the Theatre Arts and Music Departments. The adult team also includes Chuck Tisdale (Tech Director), Marina Wasserman (House Manager) and Laurie Brem (Box Office).
Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for students and seniors. Visit https://shakertheatre.ludus.com/ for tickets.
Mean Girls High School Edition is rated PG-13 for mild language and some mature themes. Please familiarize yourself with the movie or musical before purchasing a ticket.
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The Shaker Heights Schools Office Of FACE Presents It’s Winter Clothing Drive
The Shaker Heights Schools Office of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) is hosting a Warm Clothing Gifting Drive on Sunday, November 19, from 10-3 p.m. in the High School North Gym.
Any family that is in need of winter clothing may attend!
Any items that go unclaimed after the drive will be held on hand for schools to use for students or donated to the Family Promise of Greater Cleveland.
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Lomond Elementary School Hosts Veterans Day Assembly
On Friday, Lomond Elementary School hosted a Veterans Day whole-school assembly. They began by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an explanation of Veterans Day.
The assembly was a wonderful celebration of the veterans of staff and students, which included photos, branches of service and service highlights, all read by students. Some special veterans were even able to attend in person!
Way to go, Lomond, and thank you to all of our veterans!
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For More School News...
To see some of the other news and events that have been happening around the Shaker Heights Schools, click the links below:
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Shaker Heights Represented at MSAN
From November 1-4, five Shaker Heights High School students attended the Multicultural Student Action Network (MSAN) Student Conference in Madison, Wisconsin.
Representing the Shaker Heights Schools, these students had the opportunity to network with students from MSAN school districts from New Jersey, Wisconsin, Illinois, North Carolina and Virginia. The theme of the conference was “You Belong Here,” and featured several speakers working in different occupations centered around policy, politics, education and service to communities of marginalized populations. Students also presented their own action plans to affect change in their school community. The Shaker Heights group presented on ways to revise the current high school tardy policy.
Featured in the above photos are Michael Ratcliffe, Matthew Jones and Kameron Walls from the MAC Scholars and Zuri Bagakas and Goddess Woodley from the MAC Sister Scholars. Thank you to Mr. Hubert McIntyre, Ms. Andrea Wright and Mr. William Warren for chaperoning this trip and supporting our students as they continue to navigate their MSAN journey.
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Calling All Leaders
The PTO Council is recruiting a Vice President for its Board. If you are interested in learning more about this role and how it transitions into the President role for the 2024-25 school year, please email ptocouncilpres@gmail.com.
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Staying Connected
We want you to stay connected. In order to receive PTO emails and access to the directory, faculty/staff and families are asked to create an account on Membership Toolkit. There are no fees to join the PTO. A Membership Toolkit account will give you access to the district family directory. Once you are registered, you will have the opportunity to decide what, if any, of your family information is included in the directory. Visit www.shakerpto.org to register.
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Stories of Donor Impact & Student Success!
The Shaker Schools Foundation’s Fall 2023 Donor Appreciation Report is hot off the press! We are sharing our stories of donor impact and student success! Take a quick peek today by clicking here!
Our report kicks off our fundraising effort for our Annual Fund! With your continued support we are committed to supporting every student, every grade, and every building! Make your gift today by visiting shakerschoolsfoundation.org!
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Opportunity Assistance
Beyond the Desk scholarships support students seeking financial assistance to participate in classes, camps, visual or performing arts groups, and more.
The Shaker Schools Foundation is pleased to offer funds dedicated to furthering equitable access to extracurricular activities. Learn more by visiting shakerschoolsfoundation.org/student-scholarships.
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2024 Budget Meetings: November 13
The City's 2024 budget meetings are underway and the public is invited. Attend the next meeting in person at City Hall (3400 Lee Rd.) or via Zoom Monday, November 13 at 7 pm. Zoom links and meeting documents will be available in the meeting agenda. Agendas are published in the City's online Agenda Center the Friday before the meeting. We will also post meeting recordings the day after each meeting.
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Community Conversation: ‘Dream Town’ November 16 at Shaker Library
On Thursday, November 16 at 7 pm, the DEI Committee and Shaker Heights Public Library invite residents to an open conversation about the impact on residents of the new book, Dream Town: Shaker Heights and the Quest for Racial Equity, by Laura Meckler. Location: Main Library (16500 Van Aken Blvd.).
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