February 14, 2021
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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:

  • Presidents' Day - Schools & Offices Closed | Monday, February 15
  • No Classes for Teachers & Students | Tuesday, February 16
  • Board of Education Work Session | 5 p.m., Tuesday, February 23
  • Vaccine Day for District Staff - Schools & Offices Closed | Tuesday, March 9
  • Remote Learning Day for All Students | Wednesday, March 10
No Classes for PreK-12 Students February 15 & 16

There will be no classes for students in Grades PreK-12 on Monday, February 15 and Tuesday, February 16. All students will return to classes on Wednesday, February 17. Please note:
  • Monday, February 15 is Presidents’ Day. All schools and District offices will be closed. 
  • There will be no meal delivery on Monday, February 15; regular meal delivery will resume Wednesday, February 17.
  • There are no classes for students and teachers on Tuesday, February 16. The Administration Building and other District offices will be open during regular business hours, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 
District Faculty and Staff to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Doses on February 16 and March 9

District faculty and staff will receive their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, February 16. The second dose of vaccine will be administered on Tuesday, March 9. 

Fever, chills and other flu-like symptoms are common side effects from the second inoculation. As a result, the District will be operating on the following revised schedule:
  • On Tuesday, March 9, there will be no instruction—either onsite or online. All District school buildings and administrative offices, including the Administration Building, will be closed. 
  • On Wednesday, March 10, all employees will work remotely and all instruction will be remote and synchronous. All District school buildings and administrative offices, including the Administration Building, will be closed.
Tell Us How You Are Making Black History

This year, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is launching a social media video campaign that will feature Black students as a celebration of Black history and Black student excellence in Shaker Heights Schools. Here’s how students can participate:
  • Students in Grades K-6 can make a video and answer the prompt: “I will/want to make Black history by…”
  • Students in Grades 7-12 can make a video answer the prompt: “I am making Black history by…”

Videos will be accepted through February 26. Learn more about the project and how to share your video.
Early Childhood Applications Due February 16

Shaker Heights Schools is accepting applications for the District’s 2021-2022 Early Childhood Program, located at Onaway Elementary School. Applications for consideration must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16. Click on the image at right to watch an information session. Learn more about the Early Childhood Program and complete an application online.
Woodbury Creating Change Returns

Woodbury Creating Change promotes empathy and social justice by using art to create social change. It involves students, staff, parents and the broader Shaker Heights community! This year, Woodbury Creating Change will pivot from a one-night celebration to a multi-week opportunity that engages our students and the community in multiple ways to give back to our local community and to create change. Watch this Woodbury Creating Change video to learn how you can support Woodbury Creating Change!
Winter Weather Closures

The District will continue its practice of closing schools for snow days when conditions are particularly hazardous due to winter weather.
Watch the Raiders Online!

You can cheer on the Raiders via livestream on the Shaker Heights High School Live Games page! This week's lineup:

Wednesday, February 17
  • Boys Basketball vs. ISA: 6 p.m.

Friday, February 19
  • Boys Basketball vs. Bedford: 6 p.m. 

Sunday, February 21
  • Boys Basketball vs. Buchtel: 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.
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.
Download the District App for Daily Health Assessment/
COVID-19 Screening

As a best practice, the District asks that families resume the daily health assessment /COVID-19 screening when students return for onsite learning on January 19. Learn more about the daily health assessment/COVID-19 screener.
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.
PTO Code of Regulations Revision

Your feedback is appreciated! For the last year, PTO has been reviewing and consolidating our governing documents, last updated in 2009. We are pleased to share a draft of our revised Code of Regulations, a single document that will govern PTO Council and each of the eight school Units. To review this draft and to learn more about our research, rationale and plans for additional guiding documents, visit this PTO web page. If you have any questions, email PTO Council Presidents Sarah Divakarla and Stacey Hren at ptocouncilpres@gmail.com.
Anyone May Purchase Red & White Raffle Tickets
 
This year’s A Night for the Red & White offers two amazing raffle packages! You can support our students by purchasing raffle tickets for an Original Peloton Bike Package (ships anywhere in the U.S.) or a Cozy Cabin Getaway (located near eight major cities).Tickets are $100 each and only 200 will be sold per package. Anyone over 21 may purchase, whether or not they attend the event -so share the link with friends and family. And don’t forget to register to join us for this virtual benefit on March 6! You’ll enjoy student performances, notable alumni appearances, unique silent auction items, and much more. 
‘Leading from Behind’ Art Installation at Market Hall

Currently on exhibit at Market Hall in the Van Aken District, and in conjunction with Black History Month, is Leading from Behind an installation presented by S.A.M.S. (Shaker African American Moms Support) highlighting seven African American women in history who have broken ceilings and opened doors for others in their line of work.  This collaborative project features artwork designed by seven talented high school students and will remain on display throughout February.

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