March 4, 2025 Regular Meeting Summary

The Shaker Heights Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on March 4, 2025. Highlights from the meeting include:

Call to Order & Welcome:

Vice President Alison Bibb-Carson led the meeting in President Lora Cover’s absence. The meeting began with a welcome from Onaway Elementary fifth-grade students, who shared their experiences and excitement for middle school. Onaway Principal Ms. Bechtel highlighted school initiatives, including student leadership opportunities, new clubs, and efforts to improve attendance.

Honors & Recognitions:

Superintendent Dr. David Glasner recognized student and staff achievements, including:

• Shaker students winning a coding competition.
• 34 students are advancing to Ohio’s National History Day competition.
• The upcoming high school production of Clue.
• Student artwork featured in a juried exhibition.
• Athletic accomplishments, including the boys’ basketball district championship and all-state swimming and wrestling honors.
• Teacher Karen Melling-Howson receiving an Excellence in Teaching Award from the Cleveland Institute of Art.

Public Comment:

Several residents expressed concerns about playground plans for the  Ludlow Early Learning Center. Speakers urged the Board to continue to work collaboratively with the City and the Shaker Schools Foundation to address these concerns. .

Board Business & Approvals:

The Board approved:

• Meeting minutes from February.
• Personnel items
• A contract for electric energy supply.
• The appointment of Dr. Mario Bynum to the Shaker Heights Public Library Board of Trustees.

Financial Update:

Treasurer Donté Hayes provided a monthly financial report.

Superintendent’s Report & Legislative Advocacy:

• Encouraged continued advocacy for full funding of the Fair School Funding Formula.
• Reported on a recent meeting with local realtors about community engagement.
• Promoted the upcoming Night for the Red & White fundraising event.

Executive Session:

The Board entered into executive session.

Upcoming Meetings:

• March 11: Board of Education Work Session
• March 18: Finance & Audit Committee Meeting

 

Disclaimer: This summary was generated using AI based on the available meeting transcript. While efforts were made to ensure accuracy, it may contain errors or omissions. For official records and full context, please refer to the official meeting minutes or video recording provided on shaker.org.