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With four print issues each school year, The Shakerite currently publishes most of its content online at www.shakerite.com. Opinions expressed in columns are those of their respective authors, and do not represent the views of The Shakerite, Shaker Heights High School or the Shaker Heights City School District. The editorial board comprises Chief Editors Nora Spadoni, Grace Lougheed, Zachary Nosanchuk, and Lily Roth in addition to Opinion Editors Emily Montenegro and Hannah Kornblut. The editorial board’s editorials, called the “Rite Idea,” present the views of the editorial board; however, they may not reflect the opinion of The Shakerite’s entire staff. The board rules on ethical, staff-related and logistical issues within the paper. Learn more about The Shakerite here: www.shakerite.com/about/

“I’m excited about the work that lies ahead and also understand that we have room to grow.” Read Editor-in-Chief Emma Ba...
10/16/2026

“I’m excited about the work that lies ahead and also understand that we have room to grow.” Read Editor-in-Chief Emma Barker's report on the BOE vote to renew Dr. David Glasner's contract during its Oct. 13 meeting.

In a 4-1 vote, the Board of Education approved a five-year extension of Superintendent David Glasner’s contract Tuesday. Preceding the vote, community members spoke, and one acted out, against the renewal of the contract. Richard Mears, a parent, voiced concerns about the lack of BOE intervention ...

Today's web story is a repost of senior Raider Zone Editor Ezra Epstein's analysis of the MLB salary structure and the C...
10/16/2026

Today's web story is a repost of senior Raider Zone Editor Ezra Epstein's analysis of the MLB salary structure and the Cleveland Guardians, first published in print April 29. In honor of the Guardians' 2-1 ALCS lead over the Tampa Bay Rays, read about MLB spending rules, small-market teams and the Guardians' consistent success despite having the lowest payroll in the league.

The Cleveland Guardians’ April 3 home opener was a 4-1 win over the Chicago Cubs, played before a sellout crowd. This new season, like every new season, brings endless possibilities for what a team can achieve. Except, for the Guardians, and many other small-market teams, anything is really not po...

"It definitely surprised me. My ear was ringing. It's definitely something new, and I was definitely not expecting that....
10/15/2026

"It definitely surprised me. My ear was ringing. It's definitely something new, and I was definitely not expecting that. The vibes were really on edge in there." Read Editor-in-Chief Emma Barker's report on yesterday’s unprecedented Board of Education meeting.

The Oct.13 Board of Education meeting was temporarily paused after a whistle blast and a pulled fire alarm interrupted the session three minutes after it began. Board President Doug Wang, who was beginning the meeting, was challenged by an audience member who blew a piercing, high-pitched whistle, t...

“I think the evaluation supports the idea of an extension." Editor-in-Chief Emma Barker has today's web story, which pre...
10/13/2026

“I think the evaluation supports the idea of an extension." Editor-in-Chief Emma Barker has today's web story, which previews tomorrow's Board of Education meeting.

Tomorrow’s Board of Education meeting will include a vote on renewing the contracts of Superintendent David Glasner and Treasurer Donte Hayes. Other topics the BOE will discuss include retirements, assignments and financial reports. The meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the small auditorium....

"I hope you can nurture your optimism and find the motivation to become the righteous fighters of your generation. Havin...
10/12/2026

"I hope you can nurture your optimism and find the motivation to become the righteous fighters of your generation. Having grown up in Shaker makes you especially well prepared to meet these challenges." Shakerite staff interviewed this year's Shaker Schools Foundation SHHS Hall of Fame inductees before the annual student assembly and compiled this report from those interviews and their assembly speeches.

The 2026 Shaker Schools Foundation Shaker Heights High School Hall of Fame inductees spoke to students and staff during two assemblies in the large auditorium yesterday during third period. During their speeches, they reflected on the ways that particular teachers, coaches and peers affected and con...

"I did opt out because it was just a pain in the butt.” Today's web story covers ongoing problems with enabling every st...
10/08/2026

"I did opt out because it was just a pain in the butt.” Today's web story covers ongoing problems with enabling every student phone to access the Doorman app. Maizy Machmer-Wessels and Graham Gurney filed this report.

As the eighth week of school proceeds, Doorman glitches continue to prevent students from complying with the high school’s phone-management policy. At the beginning of their first scheduled class of the day, students “tap in” to Doorman by opening the app and tapping their phones on credit-car...

The Shakerite is proud to share the first published work by this year's Journalism I reporters, who started the year by ...
10/07/2026

The Shakerite is proud to share the first published work by this year's Journalism I reporters, who started the year by learning how to localize a published news story. They worked in two groups to report, write, edit and publish two unique stories based on an ABC News piece about increased costs at the pump: one about how fuel costs are affecting student drivers, and another about whether record diesel fuel prices will limit field trips. The link to the second story is in the comments.

Students who drive are feeling the pressure of near record-high gas prices caused by the U.S. war against Iran. Senior Sheri Walls said gas prices are getting out of hand and are affecting her habits. “There is not enough gas being put into my car. I cut back on driving due to high gas prices,”....

“When everybody is watching, where you’re performing at the highest level, that should never be the case.” Today's daily...
10/05/2026

“When everybody is watching, where you’re performing at the highest level, that should never be the case.” Today's daily web story looks at the consequences that accompany pro athletes' political expression. Raider Zone Editor Ezra Epstein and Opinion Editor Gabe Moulthrop have the story.

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"The policy review determined that we did not have a policy speaking to student publications, and the proposed policy wa...
10/03/2026

"The policy review determined that we did not have a policy speaking to student publications, and the proposed policy was suggested. I believe it may be prudent to consider adding one, but if we do, I commit to getting it right." Board of Education member Kate Nielson responds to Shakerite coverage of a proposed publication policy that would establish administrative review of The Shakerite and all student publications.

To the Editor: I write as a member of the policy committee, which recently completed the initial review of all board policies. During the review process we engaged in productive discussion on many policies and will be recommending some for further discussion with the full board. I recognize that in....

"Giving administrators, who have little knowledge either of law or journalism, the power to censor student reporters is ...
10/01/2026

"Giving administrators, who have little knowledge either of law or journalism, the power to censor student reporters is a recipe for disaster." In a letter to the editor, former Editor in Chief Josh Levin ('24) urges the Board of Education to reject a policy that would intrude on The Shakerite's editorial independence.

To the Editor: For nearly 100 years, The Shakerite has operated as an open forum for student expression, free to publish without editorial oversight from administrators. In that time, this program has won dozens of awards from national organizations and produced journalists who went on to work at pu...

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