Our Mission
NewONEShaker collaborates with school districts and other organizations to create relationships, systems, and structures to help ensure equitable opportunities for Shaker students and families, while intentionally closing the achievement gap and improving outcomes for children of color.
Our Vision
Shaker Heights is a community focused on equitably developing the full potential and well-being of all students and their families.
Our Values
NewONEShaker is:
- A role model for the community in how to enable inclusive systemic change.
- A collaborator with the community and organizational allies.
- A welcoming and inclusive organization representing the diversity of Shaker Heights.
- A supportive, encouraging, and helpful force of positive change in the community.
- Courageous and intentional, taking on tough issues from which others might shy away.
- A resource to the Shaker School District, community and families to help address and find solutions to fill the opportunity and achievement gaps in programs and services that may hinder a student's success.
Statement on Equity & Inclusion
NewONEShaker advocates for equity and inclusion in primary and secondary education and in our community. We also lead by example:
- By intentionally reflecting the demographics of the community we represent.
- By providing a work environment that prioritizes respect, integrity, and fairness.
- By welcoming volunteers and partners from all walks of life who are passionate about promoting a global community known for excellence and equity in education.