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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Board of Education Meeting | May 9
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Rising Grade 5 Tour and Info Night | May 18
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Board of Education Work Session | May 22
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PYP Exhibition - FE, ME, LO, ON | May 25
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Memorial Day, Schools and Offices Closed | May 29
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PYP Exhibition - BD | June 1
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PreK Last Day of School | June 1
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Commencement | June 6
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Last Day of School | June 7
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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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Assessment News
Ohio’s State Tests - Grades 3-12
State achievement tests inform families and teachers of how well our students are growing in the knowledge and skills outlined in Ohio’s Learning Standards. Depending on grade level and course enrollment, students may be assessed in English language arts, mathematics, social studies and science. To earn a high school diploma in Ohio, students must demonstrate competency on the Algebra and English language arts end-of-course assessments (EOCs). EOCs in other subjects offer students the opportunity to earn graduation seals, another requirement to earn a high school diploma in Ohio.
State testing for the 2022-2023 school year has concluded. Results will be emailed to families by the end of the school year.
MAP Assessment - Grades K-10 - May
The MAP assessment is an ungraded, diagnostic assessment that measures a student’s progress in reading and mathematics. Educators receive immediate results that assist with instructional planning. MAP is also used for screening for gifted identification in reading and mathematics. MAP will be administered for the third and final time this year from May 8 - 26. Results will be emailed to families.
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South Africa Cultural Exchange Information Session:
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI) is thrilled to announce the first South Africa Cultural Exchange (SACE) in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa during Spring Break 2024.
SACE is a unique international learning experience for students who will be in their sophomore or junior year during the 2023-2024 school year. All students who are interested in learning more about this international learning should attend an information session from 2:15-3:15 on Tuesday, May 16 in the high school large auditorium. Please review this flyer and share with other interested students.
We are excited about what this historic, unique and extraordinary learning opportunity SACE will provide for Shaker Heights students.
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Woodbury Elementary School Rising 5th Grade Tour and New Family Information Nights
Meet our Administrative Team
Take a Tour of Our Building
Meet Shaker Parents and Guardians from other K-4 buildings
Learn about opportunities to get involved
Remaining Dates:
Thursday, May 18
Tuesday, June 20
Wednesday, July 12
Wednesday, August 2
If you have not attended a prior New Family night, we encourage all rising 5th grade and new 6th grade parents and guardians to come and see what Woodbury offers for your child. These New Family Nights have replaced our traditional orientation evening program. Each program is the same so you can pick the date that works best for your calendar. Questions? 216-295-4150
**** Woodbury 5th Grader for a Day Field Trips ****
All Rising 5th Grade Students will visit Woodbury 9:45 - 11:15 a.m. May 1 - 5 with their home school building. The schedule for these events is as follows.
Monday, May 1 - Mercer
Tuesday, May 2 - Boulevard
Wednesday, May 3 - Onaway
Thursday, May 4 - Lomond
Friday, May 5 - Fernway
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Volunteer for the 2023-24 School Year
The Shaker Heights Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is dedicated to the educational success and well-being of all children. All parents and caregivers are automatically members, so we invite you to participate with us as much as your schedule allows! There are many opportunities to get involved - click on a link below to look over the full list of PTO positions for the upcoming school year at your student’s school.
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Boulevard Elementary School Hosts Literacy Luau
Boulevard hosted the first annual Literacy Luau family night last week, inviting families to learn about new skills, take home learning materials, connect with community resources and enjoy pizza. Activities included literacy games, read-aloud areas and book giveaways. It was a great event!
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For More School News...
To see some of the other exciting things that have been happening around the Shaker Heights Schools, click the links below:
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SHHS PTO Flower Sale
1 DAY LEFT TO ORDER!
The SHHS Flower Sale ENDS MONDAY, MAY 8, at 11pm so order now!
https://tinyurl.com/SHHSFlowerSale2023
The sale is run entirely by volunteers and needs A LOT of help on Thursday May 19, Friday May 20 and Saturday May 21 to be successful. We distribute 4,000 plus plants to over 400 customers and we can’t do it without your help. Please consider signing up for a shift here.
Follow us on Facebook!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT.
*We are only doing on-line ordering this year. If you need assistance placing your orders, please call Kate Blaszak at 216-314-4724 or kateblaszak@me.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.
Sharee Thornton & Erika LoPresti
PTO Council Co-Presidents
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Looking for an End of Year Gift for a Teacher?
Make a DONATION in their name to the Shaker Schools Foundation! We invite you to write a personalized note that will be forwarded to the educator/s of your choice. It’s another WIN-WIN for our Shaker students and schools!
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The Reasons are Endless and So Are the Needs
Your gift can make a difference:
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Support a program - Your gift will support field trips, travel, opportunity assistance, author visits, hands-on learning and more.
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Are you a Shaker alum? Give back to support activities that made a difference to you - MAC Scholars, SGORR, arts, theater, music, and athletics.
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Keep it going! A monthly donation is an easy way to provide sustained support.
There is no doubt a Shaker education makes a difference. Please support the Shaker Schools Foundation and our mission to advance all Shaker students PreK-12!
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Stay Connected to the Foundation
The Shaker Schools Foundation’s work continues throughout the summer, supporting Opportunity Assistance Scholarships and summer programs in the District. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit us at shakerschoolsfoundation.org for more information on how the Foundation uses your generous donations to support Shaker students!
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May is Bike Month
City Council has again declared May as Bike Month in Shaker Heights. During Bike Month, residents can get a free bike license at the Shaker Heights Police Department (3355 Lee Rd.); explore Shaker by bike and check out our collection of self-guided tours; and participate in an upcoming Bike Ride with Mayor Weiss event on Tuesday, May 23 from 6-8 pm. The group will depart from Baskin-Robbins at Shaker Towne Centre. Rain date is Thursday, June 1 from 6-8 pm.
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Grow Not Mow Event May 13
Join volunteers from the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and the City of Shaker Heights for an invasive removal and native planting day. Volunteers should wear long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Bring pruners, loppers, waterproof garden gloves if you have them. For more information, email Doan Brook Watershed Partnership, or call 216-325-7781. Please register.
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