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“I probably couldn’t live without mine, said Superintendent Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. of his assistant. She does all of my scheduling, she takes all of my phone calls, she proofreads all of my PowerPoint presentations, she uploads all of my BoardDocs.

[PHOTO] Government Mandates Spawn New Non-Teaching Positions

November 8, 2017
Shaker graduates Michael McElroy, Andrew Kober and Max Chernin at the opening night of “Sunday in the Park with George,” which ran for 10 weeks on Broadway. All three participated in Shaker Theatre productions, including New Stages and Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.”

Sunday in the Park with Shaker

May 22, 2017
I Spy written by senior Gus Mahoney featured a refugee child and airport official connecting in an airport.

New Stages 35 Enlightens, Excites and Surprises

March 16, 2017
Students and tutors are often seen working together in the high school’s Academic Resource Center. The center is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. ARC Supervisor Hubert McIntyre said, “I think there’s always room for inviting new kids to come in, and the tutors are excellent; they’re very excited about being apart of the program, so it’s a win-win situation.”

A Resource For Students, From Students

March 6, 2017
The cast ensemble showed great energy and excitement in their complicated choreography throughout the production of Urinetown.

“Urinetown”: Thrilling, Surprising, Beautiful

December 3, 2016
Senior Lauryn Hobbs portrays Cosette in the Shaker Heights High School production of “Les Miserables” in the fall of 2015.

From High School Stage to Theater Star

May 2, 2016
Freshman Miles McCallum rehearses a scene in Spooked, directed by Theatre Department Chair Scott Sumerak.

Freshman Show Prepares to Spook Audiences

February 4, 2016
Slang Revolutionizes Shaker Vocabulary

Slang Revolutionizes Shaker Vocabulary

January 6, 2016
Star Wars: The Force Awakens earned roughly $517 million in ticket sales worldwide over its opening weekend -- the largest in North America, with $238 million in ticket sales.

Star Wars Delights Fans Both Old and New

December 20, 2015
(Upper Left) This secular cup includes nothing more complicated than a snowman and snow. It may exclude some California and Florida citizens, but we’re sure that those who live in a place where it snows during the winter will appreciate such a cheery, relatable cup. (Upper Middle) This all-black cup represents the darkness that falls in the Northern Hemisphere as the Earth tilts away from the sun. It’s a testament to a true winter environment, especially here in Cleveland. (Upper Right) One of the easiest ways to solve a conflict is to take away its source. Why decorate Starbucks cups in the first place? If you want art on your cup, tell your barista your name is “Impressionist tree with birds and a sunset.” (Lower Left) Hasn’t the holiday season been about Christmas for long enough? At least two other major religions have holidays at this time, and one of the more famous is Hanukkah. Perhaps it’s time that we make public something other than Christmas. (Lower Middle) The other major festival during this time of year also deserves its own cup. Happy Kwanzaa! (blank cup) One of the easiest ways to solve a conflict is to take away its source. Why decorate Starbucks cups in the first place? If you want art on your cup, tell your barista your name is “Impressionist tree with birds and a sunset.” (Lower Right) If removing “Merry Christmas” from these cups is seen as un-American, then why not go all the way and just put a sickle and hammer on them as well? The cup is red, after all - you might as well greet your barista with a “Privyet, comrade!”

[PHOTO] It’s a Red Cup, People

November 16, 2015
Reed closely studies papers at his desk, while simultaneously looking for a student to speak with him regarding the tardy policy.

Meeting Mr. Reed

November 10, 2015
Juniors Emily Kenville and Tony Jones rehearse a scene as Romeo and Juliet in the high school’s large auditorium on Oct. 25.

The Play’s the Thing

November 10, 2015
Students rush to tape up Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings for $1.

Class of 2016 Student Council Raises Money Through Taping Superintendent

April 20, 2015
Superintendent Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. gives his State of the Schools presentation.

Reporter’s Notebook: State of the Schools 2015 Edition

February 12, 2015

The Unknown Challenges of ‘Les Miserables’

November 22, 2014
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