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The Shakerite
The award-winning Shaker Heights High School student news organization

The Shakerite
The award-winning Shaker Heights High School student news organization

The Shakerite
All content by Alexa Jankowsky
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[Photo] Substituting One System for Another

Ethan Bloch, Campus and City Editor
August 31, 2018
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[Photo] Counting Down

Emet Celeste-Cohen, Print Managing Editor
September 1, 2018
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[Photo] ‘Rite Idea: Living on the Edge

The Editorial Board
May 22, 2018
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[Photo] What the Refs Don’t Hear

DC Benincasa, Raider Zone Editor
August 27, 2018
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[Photo] #MyMomToo

Mae Nagusky, Web Managing Editor
August 25, 2018
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[Photo] Is Disrespect On The Rise?

Mae Nagusky, Web Managing Editor
September 5, 2018
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[Photo] The New Smoking

Avery Blaszak, Journalism II Reporter
March 13, 2018
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[Photo] Why High School Dating Sucks

Rose Feldman, Guest ‘Riter
March 7, 2018
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[Photo] Freeing Up Your Schedule Isn’t Free

Mae Nagusky, Campus and City Editor
January 15, 2018
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[Photo] Students Are Talking: Is Anyone Listening?

Hannah Braun, Guest ‘Riter
February 27, 2018
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[Photo] 152 Years Later, The Battle Begins Again

Mae Nagusky, Alumna (’20)
June 16, 2020
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[Photo] Who Deserves It?

Ainsley Snyder, Spotlight Editor
November 9, 2017
In Shaker’s men’s locker rooms, soccer player Jacob Connell said conversations are at times about women but more often “meaningless stuff.”

What’s Said Here Stays Here

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
May 29, 2017
Images created by Shakerite multimedia team memebers, such as this photograph by former Shakerite photographer Will McKnight are featured in the print edition of the Shakerite and online.

Become a Member of The Shakerite’s Multimedia Team

Alexa Jankowsky, Visuals Editor
May 15, 2017
Throughout the campaign Donald Trump was constantly amidst controversy due to sexist, racist and otherwise hateful comments, some of which are featured in the illustration's background.

Ohio Feels the Sting of Trump Election

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
January 12, 2017
Shaker Heights hockey has been advertising the home opener via twitter. Shown is the profile picture.

New Game, But the Rules Remain the Same

Alexa Jankowsky and Astrid Braun
December 2, 2016
The new tennis courts opened after construction started in June. The dedication ceremony highlights the value of tennis to the Shaker community.

Community to Benefit From New Tennis Courts

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
September 19, 2016
Senior forward Andrew Roth drives the ball forward during a 2-0 win against Solon.

Raiders Defeat Top-Tier Comets 2-0

Don Benincasa and Alexa Jankowsky
September 2, 2016
The Shaker Raiders football team won their season opener 35-19 at Case Western Reserve University on Aug. 26.

Shaker Fights Off Comeback in 35-19 Season Opener Victory

Don Benincasa and Alexa Jankowsky
August 30, 2016
Shaker wrestlers Farouq Muhammed and Tyson Long competed in the State wrestling tournament. Muhammed placed 6th at 145 lbs. and Tyson placed 7th at 120 lbs.

Shaker Wrestling Returns to States

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
April 12, 2016
Raider hockey players celebrate after senior Peter Shick ties the game with a third period goal against Walsh Jesuit in the District Semi Final last Tuesday. The Raiders will play US tonight in the District Final.

Raider Hockey to Rematch US in the District Final

Ned Weingart and Alexa Jankowsky
March 4, 2016
The Legion of Black Collegians posted a picture of the protesting University of Missouri football players. LBC captioned the picture “We are no longer taking it. It’s time to fight. #ConcernedStudent1950 #MizzouHungerStrike.” LBC is a group created to “develop a lasting appreciation of social, moral, intellectual, and most of all, cultural values” and raise cultural consciousness on the University of Missouri campus. The group was targeted on campus with racial slurs. During a rehearsal for their play, the group was interrupted by other students yelling racist insults at them.

College Athletes Can Challenge Campus Racism

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
January 29, 2016
Women's cross country pushes off the starting line at the Youngstown Regional Championship Oct. 31.

Fall Sports Recaps

Ned Weingart, Sara Mesiano and Alexa Jankowsky
November 30, 2015
Senior Evan Pascarella heads the ball during a game against Eastlake North, Oct. 25. This move is an example of many that make the player prone to concussions and other injuries.

Concussions Sideline Student Athletes

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
November 18, 2015
Louisville guard Terry Rozier ('12) dribbles past Michigan State's Matt Costello during the Cardinals' Elite 8 loss March 29, 2015.

Terry Rozier returns to Shaker

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
October 5, 2015
The new Shaker athletics site hosts pictures, articles and schedules for Shaker sports teams.

Shaker Athletics Updates Online Presence

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
September 15, 2015
Rachel Elson ('15), sophomore [Name Obscured] and sophomore Jaliyah Whitmore play in a game against St. Joesph's Academy.

Women’s Rugby Places Second In State

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
July 3, 2015
The Cleveland Cavaliers broadcast a video May 6 on the Quicken Loans Arena Jumbotron portraying a man throwing his female partner to the ground when he discovers she is not a Cavs fan. The Cavs removed the video and released a statement of apology after criticism from groups that aim to minimize domestic violence.

Cavs Are ‘All In’ For Domestic Violence, Apparently

Alexa Jankowsky, Raider Zone Editor
June 6, 2015
Students rush to tape up Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings for $1.

Class of 2016 Student Council Raises Money Through Taping Superintendent

Alexa Jankowsky, Emily Boardman and Zachary Nosanchuk
April 20, 2015
The tennis courts near Onaway Elementary School were flooded after snow melting.

Record Cold, Snow Take Toll on Spring Sports Practices

Elena Weingart and Alexa Jankowsky
March 26, 2015
With the new grading policy, even if all theses worksheets were never submitted, a student would still receive at least 45 percent credit.

High School Students Skeptical of Middle School Grading Policy

Ose Arheghan and Alexa Jankowsky
February 17, 2015
Superintendent Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. gives his second State of the Schools speech Feb. 10, 2015.

Community Members Express Opinions About The State of The Schools

Natalia Perkins, Alexa Jankowsky and Zachary Nosanchuk
February 12, 2015
A screenshot of video footage by Ruptly TV of a "hands up" protest staged in a St. Louis Walmart.

[Photo] Another Month, Another Grand Jury Ruling, Another Round of Protest

Ose Arheghan, Staff Reporter
December 4, 2014
During closing ceremonies students are awarded gavels and novels in the place of trophies for their achievements at the SSUNS conference.

Debates and Drama at Model UN Conference

Alexa Jankowsky, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2014

Debating Foreign Affairs in Montreal

Alexa Jankowsky and Ose Arheghan
November 6, 2014
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