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Stay in the know on what's happening at school and read your student's school newsletter by clicking on the appropriate link below: 

News For All Families
Upcoming Events for the
2019-2020 school year! 

There is a lot going on in the PTO this year. All parents/caregivers of Shaker students are automatically members, and we encourage you to get involved with each school's PTO, or at the Council level that encompasses all Shaker schools. We welcome your ideas and involvement. For individual school newsletters and events, please click on the links included in this email. 

Kim Harris and Nicol Coxon
PTO Council Presidents


PTO Council Officers for 2019-20 School Year

President: Kim Harris and Nicol Coxon
Co-1st Vice Presidents: Stacey Hren and Sarah Divakarla
VP Communications: Cara Berg
VP Educational Enrichment: Dana Howard
VP Financial Management: Schen Griest
Vp Outreach/ Angel Chapman: Dalia Elimam
VP Parent Education & Advocacy: Jonida Morelli/ Linnette Ellison
Secretary: Laurie Pogel
Treasurer: Susan Armstrong
Nominating Chair: Anthony Peebles
PTO Mission Statement

The Shaker Heights Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is dedicated to facilitating the active and informed involvement of all parents and families to achieve the educational success and well-being of all children.
Don't miss "Him"

Please mark your calendars and plan to attend a " must see " domestic violence awareness/prevention drama production titled  "him"  directed by our own Monica Boone and featuring Shaker youth performers in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and DV Unity Day. This performance is free and will be held at Shaker Main Library on Sunday, October 6th
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Please see the attached event flier here and support this program by marking your calendars to attend.
Yom Kippur is Wednesday, October 9
Families are reminded that all school buildings and administrative offices are closed on Wednesday, October 9 in observance of Yom Kippur. 

FACE Academy is Saturday, October 26

Save the Date for the FACE Academy at Woodbury Elementary School on Saturday, October 26 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. All District parents and guardians are invited to attend this special multi-session opportunity to learn more about the tools you need that can help you stay informed and help your student succeed. More information about specific sessions and speakers will follow in the coming weeks. We look forward to seeing you there! 
Opt-in to Receive Emergency and School Closure Text Messages from the District

Using SchoolMessenger, the District’s messaging system, our Communications Team can send parents and guardians text messages in the event of an emergency or school closure. 

If you would like to receive emergency and school closure text messages from the District, text “Y” to 67587 from the mobile device you’d like to receive texts on. Please note: you must text from the mobile number on record with the District (this is the number you provided to the District in your annual online student update).

It may take up to 24 hours for numbers to be updated from the District’s Student Information System database.

Thank you for helping us to ensure that you receive important information from the District.
Boulevard MAC Scholars Cancer Awareness Fundraising Event

Help the Boulevard MAC Scholars Take action to support
The American Cancer Society!

Purchase Raffle Tickets Online October 1st-October 16th, 2019
20% of all proceeds will benefit The American Cancer Society
Go to Payforit to purchase!
Homework help has arrived

Does your child need help getting back into a routine? Does homework take much longer than it should? The  Elementary   Homework Center,  located in Woodbury's library, could be the answer. You can drop your child off for a ONE HOUR session with a certified teacher. There is no cost. No appointment necessary. The center is open each week Monday-Thursday from 4:30-7:00 beginning on September 16. 
Special Education News

Autism Support Group

You are cordially invited to attend the Shaker Heights School District’s

Autism Support Group meeting on:

Monday October 7
7:00 PM
Shaker Middle School Library
(note change in location from past years)
20600 Shaker Boulevard

We will be honoring Jennifer Osborne for her leadership as the inaugural parent facilitator of the Autism Support Group. We will also have an opportunity to hear from Elizabeth Kimmel, Director of Pupil Services and Jennifer Currie, Special Education Supervisor , about district services for students with autism. The format will be informal with an opportunity to mingle and meet others in the group. Light refreshments will be served.

Please RSVP to Holly Palda , Parent Mentor or Beverly Malone , Parent Facilitator. 

Please click here to read the latest Special Education Updates .
Join the Chamber Orchestra for a fundraiser

Save the date!!! Monday, October 7th. Join the Chamber Orchestra for a fundraiser at Dewey's Pizza at 2194 Lee Road in Cleveland Heights from 4 pm -10 pm. Dewey's will donate 20% of each purchase to the Chamber Orchestra's trip to NYC in March where they will compete in the Orchestra Cup.  Flier must be shown for your purchase to count towards the fundraiser! Click here to get the flyer.
The HS Marching band is
off to a great start to this season!
The band we can always use instruments and clothing donations, they can be dropped off at Woodbury, Middle School or High School offices. Of course, monetary donations are always appreciated.

Donations can be made through PayForIT - click on Fundraisers, then scroll down to District Wide/Shaker Band Boosters Donations. Donations can also be made by clicking here to see the patron form. Patron names will be included in future concert flyers.
Free Softball clinic for girls in grades 4-8. 

Please click here to see the flyer.
Get the Shaker Schools App for Calendar Alerts and News 

Download our free Shaker Schools app , available at the  Apple App Store  or at  Google Play . It's got the most up-to-the-minute event information and all the school and District news that's been posted to social media. Even better, you can  sign up for notifications and get daily or weekly alerts  on what's going on at your student's school. 
 
Read the   Calendar FAQ  for instructions on enabling push notifications on our app.
Shaker Schools
PTO Family Directory
 
One way we build community in the Shaker Schools is by connecting our families with a district-wide directory. The Shaker School Family Directory is convenient and user-friendly, accessible either online or on a smartphone. Shaker families maintain their own directory information and your information is encrypted and password protected. 

New Users :  click here   to sign up.
  • When you click on "Don't have an account? Signup Now" you will be prompted for the Zip Code. Use 44120.
  • If you already have an account, you will get a screen showing the emails associated with your account and an email will be sent with login information. Once you log in you can update your family's information as needed.
  • If you do not have an account, follow the prompts to create one. Once you login you can input your family's information, including as much or as little detail as you want. The program can accommodate various family arrangements.
  • Your information will go into a queue to await approval. Please allow a week for our PTO volunteer to approve your entry.
  • Once approved you will receive an email from ShakerSchools.FamilyDirectory@gmail.com with your login information and instructions how to connect.

Current Users: All your information carries over from last year. Once you login, you can change any information as needed. 

Smartphone Users: A to Z directories changed the smartphone app. When you open the app you will be prompted to connect to their new software through the website. You can save an icon to your home screen for easy access. Follow their prompts. 

Questions?  Contact  ShakerSchools.FamilyDirectory
Submissions
Each week, the PTO Council publishes The Weekly Update, highlighting school and district events for our families. Submit  proofread, unformatted items by noon on Wednesdays.
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