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 remote learning student activities, virtual events and athletic competitions.
Please note the following upcoming important dates:
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Board of Education Meeting | 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 9
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Conference Day - No Classes for Students | Friday, February 12
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Presidents' Day - Schools & Offices Closed | Monday, February 15
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No Classes for Teachers & Students | Tuesday, February 16
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Board of Education Work Session | 5 p.m., Tuesday, February 23
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Click on the appropriate link below for school-level and building PTO news:
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2020-21 Measuring What Matters Coming to Mailboxes Soon
All residents of Shaker Heights will receive the 2020-21 edition of “Measuring What Matters,” our annual report to the community, by mail in the coming weeks. You may also access the electronic version online.
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Watch the January 26 Board of Education Work Session
District administrators, teachers, students and advisors shared a presentation titled “Eliminating Racial Segregation: Advancing Inclusivity & Academic Excellence” with the Board of Education at the Tuesday, January 26 Board Work Session.
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Shaker Heights Schools Celebrates Black History
In February, the District's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will launch a social media video campaign featuring Black students as a celebration of Black history and Black student excellence! Keep an eye out for Black History posts on District social media!
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From Family and Community Engagement: SAMS Presents Leading from Behind
SAMS celebrates Black History Month by showcasing women in history who have helped to open doors for so many but whose names have been left behind. Join SAMS, in partnership with Black History Promotes Literacy, at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 5 at the Van Aken District Market Hall for an art opening installation that will be on display through February 28.
The opening will showcase portraits of women in history designed by high school art students. Come enjoy spoken word and poetry as each art piece is presented. The installment includes wood panels that have been fashioned to look like doors, representing the doors that African American women in history opened as they made a significant impact in their fields or line of work.
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Winter Weather Closures
The District will continue its practice of closing schools for snow days when conditions are particularly hazardous due to winter weather.
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Shaker Heights High School Completes Upgrades to Physical Education and Athletics Spaces
The Raider Athletic Center and a new wrestling room at Shaker Heights High School have opened, thanks to the generosity of the Shaker Schools Foundation and its partnership with the Shaker Heights High School Athletic and Physical Education Departments. The Foundation raised funds for this project with generous support from the Shaker Sports Boosters, the David M. Berger Fund, District parents, alumni and community members.
The Raider Athletic Center and the new wrestling room round out the High School’s recently updated physical education spaces, which also includes a new cardio room. These newly renovated spaces will help to expand Shaker’s Physical Education program, and will provide more students access to physical fitness equipment and opportunities for athletic conditioning. Read more.
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The Raider Athletic Center |
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Watch the Raiders Online!
Monday, February 1
- Girls JV Basketball vs. Beaumont, 4:30 p.m.
- Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Shaw, 6 p.m.
Wednesday, February 3
- Girls Basketball vs. Bedford, 4:30 & 6 p.m.
Thursday, February 4
- Wrestling vs. CCC ,Copley and Crestwood, 6 p.m.
Friday, February 5
Saturday, February 6
- Wrestling vs. Solon, 10 a.m.
- Gymnastics, 3:30 p.m. (Facebook Live link TBA)
- Boys Basketball vs. St. Ignatius, 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
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Champions Before- and After-School Child Care Information
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Donate Gently Used Children's Books
The SHHS Class of 2024 is collecting gently used children's books for the Kids' Book Bank of Cleveland. Place your donations in the marked boxes inside the main entrances at the High School, Fernway, Boulevard and Lomond. Books may be dropped off during school hours through February 12.
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Apply for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
The District encourages all families to submit an application for free- or reduced-price meal eligibility regardless of family income. The percentage of students qualifying for meals is a data point utilized by the federal government to provide the District with certain funds that benefit all students. There is no application deadline; families may apply at any time. One application must be completed for each household each school year. Families can learn more about Free/Reduced-Price lunch and apply online.
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Download the District App for Daily Health Assessment/
COVID-19 Screening
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Student Health & Safety Guidelines
All families should review these Student Health and Safety Guidelines with their students. We encourage families and students to review this information together and to discuss/address any questions before returning to school for onsite learning.
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PTO Recruitment for
2021-2022
Join us! We're underway, recruiting volunteers for next year who are committed to Shaker students, their education, and community. All parents, guardians and staff are members of PTO, and therefore qualified to volunteer, and we're eager to build volunteer groups that reflect our diversity. For more information, watch your school's enews and social media, or check here for updates and to connect with a recruitment volunteer.
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Register Now for A Night for the Red & White!
Registration is now open for A Night for the Red & White, a fabulous, virtual event for Shaker friends, families, alumni and neighbors. This annual fundraiser supports all Shaker students and schools. This year, we are also launching the Educational Equity Fund to support key District-wide initiatives.
The event takes place on Saturday, March 6. Here’s the lineup:
7:30 p.m. - Student Showcase: Art! Music! Drama!
8 p.m. - Emcee Michael Tate, SHHS Class of ‘85, hosts our main program featuring alumni and student appearances and “backstage tours” of a variety of student programs. We will also honor founding MAC Scholars advisors Mary Lynne McGovern and Hubert McIntrye.
9 p.m. - Special breakout party rooms for alumni, Shaker neighborhoods, and more!
And, because it’s online - ANYONE may attend, anywhere in the world! However, you must register in advance to receive the link to attend. Why register now? So you can be the first to know when our amazing silent auction and raffle opens - and you won’t want to miss out on some truly exciting offerings. To get a preview of these coming attractions, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Attendees may choose a FREE All-Access Pass or upgrade to a Premium Pass which includes the Show Must Go On Party Pack featuring swag from local businesses. (Only one pass per household is needed!).
REGISTER NOW so you’ll be able to purchase raffle tickets, bid on silent auction items, and receive the link to attend on March 6!
Because… THE SHOW MUST GO ON!!!!
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Food Assistance Events
There are a number of ongoing food distribution events throughout the City to assist those experiencing hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For dates, times and additional information, visit the Food Assistance page on the City website.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
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