Review this report to learn more about what's happened in the past 24 hours at Fernway Elementary School, which was damaged by fire on July 10, 2018.
July 19 Community Meeting Video
Many thanks to all those who attended last night's Fernway School Community Meeting at Lomond. More than 320 community members came to learn, comment and ask questions about the status of the building and plans for a temporary school. If you weren't able to attend the meeting, you may watch the recording on the District's YouTube channel.
Mr. Hayward on WCPN's The Sound of Ideas on Monday, July 23
Fernway principal Chris Hayward will be a guest on WCPN's The Sound of Ideas on Monday, July 23 at 9 a.m. He will answer questions about the fire and share information on the community's response. Tune in to 90.3 FM to listen.
Update on School Age Care at the Temporary School Location
The City of Shaker Heights Recreation Department intends to provide before and after care for the temporary location of Fernway School. A representative will attend the next Community Meeting to share information on Fernway School Age Care.
Special Fernway Website
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Fernway Update, our website section that keeps you up-to-date on the status of Fernway School. This section includes information on:
Our disaster recovery contractor will install chain link fencing in the coming days for additional safety and to secure the Ardmore Road side of Fernway School.
Shaker Schools Foundation Fernway Fund
The Shaker Schools Foundation has established the Fernway Fund to help with recovery efforts from the fire. All gifts to the Fernway Fund will be used to support teachers and students as they rebuild and re-envision their learning environments to benefit Fernway Elementary. Also, the Shaker Schools Foundation is collaborating and coordinating with the Shaker Heights Teachers Association and many community members and groups on fundraising efforts. Donate online.
Fernway Grounds Closed
The Fernway School grounds including the parking lot, the blacktop play area, playground and grassy areas are closed until further notice for safety reasons. Only authorized officials will be permitted into the building with an escort.
Fernway Report Signup
Families who do not have students in the Shaker Schools may sign up to receive the Fernway Report via email. Sign up here.
Counseling Available
Director of Pupil Services Elizabeth Kimmel is working with District school psychologists and Western Reserve Grief Services to provide grief support. If you or your student is in need of grief counseling, please contact Elizabeth Kimmel, kimmel_e@shaker.org.
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