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The Weekly Update
October 11,2019
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Published by the Shaker Schools PTO
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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:
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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.
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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
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2 FUNdraisers are coming up to support
MLK Day and other CommUnity Building activities!
Cleveland Monsters Hockey Game
Friday November 8, 7:00 PM, Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse
(formerly the Q)
Discounted $25 tickets (and no transaction fees) - $5 of your ticket price will be donated to Shaker Heights PTO MLK Day and Community Building activities - plus,
play some baseketball or just hang out in the Cleveland Cavaliers practice gym for an hour before the game starts!
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Escape the cold with a trip to Kalahari!!!
On Thursday, January 16 (no school the following day), Shaker Schools families will receive discounted rates on various room types at Kalahari Water Park in Sandusky, Ohio. This includes a resort room for one night
and water park admission that afternoon, evening, and most of the following day for 4 guests
; plus Kalahari will donate $10/room to our PTO. This event has had a great turnout in recent years, and is a blast! To view discounted rates and to make a reservation,
click here
. Rate and room availability are only guaranteed through December 16, so please reserve before then. Hope to see you on the water slides!
Questions for Kalahari? Call 877-525-2427 and ask about Shaker Heights School Fundraiser room block.
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Special Education News
Come share in an open discussion about some of the challenges that you and your child may face as you navigate the special education system. Find support from others who are facing similar challenges as we share our experiences, practical advice and educational strategies with each other.
Click here
to read more.
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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!
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Save the Date for Shaker’s Big Night Out!
A Night for the Red & White:
Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 7 pm
The annual Shaker Schools fundraiser,
A Night for the Red & White
, takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the fabulous Cleveland Hilton Downtown! Every year, this party with a purpose draws more than 600 attendees in support of the Shaker schools. Funds from the
Red & White
support special projects at every school building in the District.
Mark your calendar with a big red circle and plan to join us for an evening of dinner, dancing, lively student performances, and a silent auction with unique and wonderful options for every interest. New this year: Michael Tate, Class of 1985, will bring his talents as an emcee and live auctioneer for the event - we look forward to welcoming him home to Shaker!
Many thanks to our own “Fab Four” executive committee co-chairs who will work with a host of volunteers to organize this year’s event: Shaker parents Mity Fowler, Lauren Martin, and Marla Walker, and Shaker alumna Sarah Brandon, Class of 2007. We are so grateful for your leadership!
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Free Softball clinic for girls in grades 4-8.
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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.
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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.
- 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.
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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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