Freshman Ian James, Instructional Coach Dr. Elizabeth Mangan and IB Middle Years Programme Coordinator Kailey Uhl pose with puppies outside Room 221 March 18. The puppies, brought to the high school by New Era Cleveland Chairman Antoine Tolbert, provide therapy to students as part of the organization’s outreach efforts. “We come one to two days a week to support mentorship, conflict mediation and provide a safe space for students,” Tolbert said. (Natalie Better)Caution tape and a road closed sign block off the intersection of Van Aken Boulevard and Lynnfield Road, where a downed tree dislocated the Van Aken East Bound sign March 13. According to News 5 Cleveland, the strongest winds in Cleveland history, 85 mph, were recorded that day. Sophomore Kalia Price said areas around Shaker Square and Van Aken are still affected days later. “Power lines are still down, cones are still in the roads. My power went out five different times over the week,” she said. Sophomore Tino Robinson said the record-breaking wind caused a lot of damage. Said Robinson, “There were like seven trees and wires down. We couldn’t go anywhere.” (Shakerite Photo)Sophomores Ruth Becker, Maggie Shefcheck, Saya Walters, Ava Mason and Rose West share cereal bars March 19 during lunch. Said Mason, “I can’t wait for it to be spring break!” (Maizy Machmer-Wessels)Lights functioning with emergency power while the high school experienced a power outage after 10th period March 17. English teacher Dr. Charles Kelly said some of his students had come to conferences to take make-up quizzes. “Nothing happened,” he said. “The students who were taking the quiz kept taking the quiz, and those who were getting work done got their work done, just in the dark.” (Shakerite Photo)Sources of Strength members Jordyn Minor, a freshman, and Jaqueline Anzo, a senior, work with IB Middle Years Programme Coordinator Kailey Uhl in the high school’s podcast room March 16. Before recording their episode on mental health and peer leadership, Anzo and Minor learned how to use the podcast equipment with Uhl’s help. “I oversee the podcast booth equipment and its usage,” Uhl said. (Cate Wanick)The American flag displayed at Russell H. Rupp Field appears torn while at half-staff March 17. Governor Mike Dewine ordered all flags in Ohio half-staff March 14 to honor three members of the Ohio Air National Guard who were killed during Operation Epic Fury. According to the National Flag Foundation, when an American flag is ripped or damaged beyond repair, it should not be displayed or flown and should be destroyed respectfully by burning. The American flag displayed in front of the district administration building is also frayed. (Shakerite Photo)Science teacher Chelsea Stiles’ 4/5 period class watches “Jurassic Park” while learning about DNA and species revivalism in Room 177 March 19, the last day of school before break. Sophomore Lucia Peron said the movie helped her grasp the biology subject. Said Peron, “Watching the beginning of this movie helped me understand what we are learning better and changed my perspective on extinct species.” (Jaryn Marcus)Minority Achievement Committee Sister Scholars and advisers Adrienne Carson and Vikki Long discuss what it means to be a scholar and upcoming events for the group March 18 in the senior lounge. Junior Cydney Burrell, right, one of the leaders of MAC Sister Scholars, said the group also welcomed two new members. “We talked about the importance of Black students having a program with role models that look like them, a safe space,” she said. “To me, MAC is putting an emphasis on sisterhood and leadership. We build a firm foundation to be able to lean on each other when needed.” (Emma Barker)Linemen repair electrical power lines at the intersection of Chagrin Boulevard and Lynnfield Road March 15. Administrative Assistant Brooke Wright said the power outages over the past week have been chaotic. “I live right by Lynnfield, and there were patches around us that were out of power for about a day. People who live on Winslow were out for three days. It was a mess,” she said. (Emma Barker)A stop sign in the Panera Bread drive-thru in Warrensville Heights blown over by the windstorm March 14. Math teacher Melanie Graham said trees, wires and items that were blown into the road by the storm made it harder for her to drive and find food. “We were driving by, trying to find a place to eat, but most strips were out of power. There were a bunch of things pushed into the road, so driving was a challenge,” she said. Wright also said finding a business that had electricity was an obstacle for her, too. Said Wright, “We tried to go to the bakery, but it didn’t have power.” (Emma Barker)The Shaker Heights Youth Center Council meets in the Shaker Heights Main Library March 19. Sophomore Chase Hooper, center, said the group has helped him connect with peers and engage in new activities. “We collaborated with adults toward a common goal,” he said. “The group creates ideas to better the community.” Lydia Ward, leaning in, who organizes the meetings, said the Youth Council helps students bring up issues adults otherwise aren’t aware of. Said Ward, “It makes sure students’ voices are heard, and that adults recognize that and then act on that. Our current goal is to have more places for students to go after school that are safe.” (Emma Barker)Students perform during the Takatori Welcome Assembly March 17 during 10th period in the large auditorium. Sixteen-year-old exchange student Rea Masui said she liked the assembly and it helped her connect with others. Said Masui, “My favorite thing about the assembly was talking to everyone. I enjoyed it.” (Shakerite Photo)
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