Designing Wheel Chair Ramps A lot goes into building a wheel chair ramp, and that is what the Class of 2016 realized when they attempted to build their own models. The juniors are doing a unit on trigonometry, which is a branch of mathematics that studies relationships involving lengths and angles of triangles. The students...
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Designing Wheel Chair Ramps
Designing Wheel Chair Ramps A lot goes into building a wheel chair ramp, and that is what the Class of 2016 realized when they attempted to build their own models. The juniors are doing a unit on trigonometry, which is a branch of mathematics that studies relationships involving lengths and angles of triangles. The students...
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Hard working, Motivated, Dedicated
Hard working, Motivated, Dedicated Hard working, Motivated, Dedicated. These three words describe Roberto Clemente’s IB Cohort of 2017. From staying up late doing homework, being on top of their grades, helping other students, and constantly pushing themselves for greatness, they have proven that they have what it takes to be successful. Not only have the...
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Traditional Spanish Dance Performance
Traditional Spanish Dance Performance Clemente Sophomores enjoyed an excursion to see a traditional Spanish dance performance produced by the acclaimed group, Ensemble Español. The picture here shows students with one of Ensemble Español’s dancers in the red dress she wore in a final flamenco piece. During this interactive performance, students learned how to palmear (clap)...
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Students Investigate 3D Geometry
Students Investigate 3D Geometry Sophomore students at Clemente are exploring three-dimensional geometry this month through hands-on learning and real-life examples. Earlier, students investigated the volume and surface area of three-dimensional shapes, like cubes and cylinders. Students constructed and deconstructed shapes to determine the total area as well as how many cubic centimeters these shapes could...
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2015 Women’s Softball Season
2015 Women’s Softball Season Clemente Varsity Women’s Softball completed the season 3-10. The Women’s softball team began the season against Blue North’s strongest opponent, North Grand. Following a difficult Game 1 loss, the Wildcats began to work together as a more cohesive unit to find success on the field. The two Senior Captains – Kayla...
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Seniors Explore Conspiracy Theories and Their Impact on American Society
Seniors Explore Conspiracy Theories and Their Impact on American Society Whether it is the magic bullet that killed President Kennedy or the Illuminati controlling the word, everyone has heard many conspiracy theories and maybe even believe some of them. But does a conspiracy theory about the moon landing being filmed on a soundstage by a...
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Student-Led Discipline Conference
Student-Led Discipline Conference Durojaiye Rosa, Jamual Perdue, and Jarvell Miller presented at Malcolm X College on Saturday May 2nd, 2015 to speak on Restorative Justice practices in front of CPS teachers, parents, students and district personnel. Reflection by Durojaiye Rosa: We spoke about our personal history with being disciplined by CPS policies and the ways...
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Archery Qualifies for World Tournament
Archery Qualifies for World Tournament Written by Victor Fuentes “As a team, we shot a 3280.” These are the words of SFC Lewis, our head coach, the morning after we shot at the National Archery Tournament in Louisville, Kentucky on May 7-8. This year’s tournament was a success and a great season ending for the...
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Fine Arts Accomplishments
Fine Arts Accomplishments This year at Roberto Clemente Community Academy, there have been many achievements in the fine arts department. The Art 2 and AP 2D Studio student artists have showcased work at the All City Arts Exhibition, entered art in the Congressional Art Competition, and also exhibited works for the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance...