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Clemente Family Update 5/13/2024
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This year marks a significant milestone in the journey of Roberto Clemente Community Academy, our 50th anniversary. As we reflect on half a century of educational excellence, community involvement, and personal development, we pay homage to our namesake, Roberto Clemente, whose legacy of compassion, integrity, and dedication inspires our mission and values.
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Roberto Clemente was not just a legendary baseball player; he was a humanitarian and a beacon of hope and resilience for many. His commitment to helping others and advocating for equality and justice resonates with the core values we instill in our students. At Roberto Clemente Community Academy, we strive to embody Clemente's spirit by nurturing a culture of empathy, service, and excellence in all our endeavors.
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Our school's success over the past 50 years has been profoundly influenced by the vibrant community and dedicated partners that surround us. We believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that comes from unity. Local businesses, organizations, and families have been instrumental in providing the support and resources necessary to create enriching learning experiences for our students. These partnerships reflect our shared commitment to uplifting every student and ensuring they have the opportunities to achieve their fullest potential.
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The heart of Roberto Clemente Community Academy lies in our hardworking and dedicated staff. Teachers, administrators, and support staff pour their passion and expertise into creating a nurturing and challenging environment for our students. Their unwavering dedication is evident in the personalized attention and encouragement they provide to each student, fostering a love for learning and a desire to excel.
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Our students, with their diverse talents and aspirations, are the essence of our school. They bring life, energy, and creativity into our classrooms and the community. Celebrating their achievements, whether academic, artistic, or athletic, fills us with pride and optimism for the future they will help shape.
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As we celebrate this 50th anniversary, we look back with gratitude for the journey thus far and forward with excitement to the future we will build together. Our commitment to embodying the spirit of Roberto Clemente, nurturing strong community ties, and fostering the growth of our dedicated staff and talented students remains unwavering.
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We invite our community, partners, alumni, and friends to join us in celebrating this momentous occasion. Together, we will continue to make Roberto Clemente Community Academy a place where students not only achieve academic excellence but also grow as compassionate and dedicated individuals, ready to make a positive impact in the world.
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Here's to 50 years of excellence, and to many more to come!
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The purpose of the study is to LEARN FROM STUDENTS:
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● How you feel taking student experience surveys;
● How to support teachers to make sense of survey data;
● How can you partner with teachers to make changes in
classrooms; and
● What roles can you play – with teachers, school leaders,
district leaders, or other students – in efforts to use
student experience data to improve classroom learning
conditions.
Who is eligible:
● CPS students in grades 6-12
Compensation:
● Students will receive a $20 gift card for
participating in a 45-60 minute interview
Reach out to:
Principal Morales - DMorales@cps.edu
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How to register? Scan QR code or click the blue letters:
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No se lo pierda! Este martes, 14 de mayo!
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¿Cómo me anoto? Puede escanear con la cámara de su teléfono inteligente los códigos QR arriba en el volante o puede hacer clic en las siguientes letras azules:
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Para el taller de Como enfrentar y prevenir comportamientos basados en los prejuicios: https://bit.ly/student-protections (en espanol el 14 de mayo y en inglés el 21 de mayo)
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DP/CP Exams begin this week for Clemente DP/CP Seniors! Exams conclude the two year courses for our DP/CP Seniors. Any student that receives a final score of a four or above will earn college credit within the state of Illinois! Students sitting for exams received an individualized test schedule email on 4/26. Please reach out to Ms. Cales at aklappa-cal@cps.edu if you have any questions.
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SIX FLAGS: We had a great time at Six Flags Grad Nite on May 3rd. We hope seniors had a blast hanging out with their friends!
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May 17th: Senior Decision Day (This is the new date).
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FINAL GRADE ENTRY: Senior grade entry is Friday May 24th. All Senior teachers will be entering final grades and counselors will be checking that graduation requirements have been met. Please make sure to turn in the Service Learning Projects, and that all requirements are completed. Graduation practice begins this day at 8:30am. (required)
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SENIOR ACCOUNTS: Please begin to pay on student accounts/fees if you have not started. Student accounts need to be paid by Friday morning May 31st to receive Cap, Gown & Tickets that morning. See Ms. Rivera or Ms.Garcia in the main office, or call 773-534-4000. Cap & Gown Pick-Up will begin around 9:00 am -11am in the auditorium.
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Graduation: Monday June 3rd. Doors open at 5pm. Ceremony begins at 6pm.
New Life. 3400 W. Division Street.
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SENIOR ACTIVITIES AFTER GRADUATION: There are several activities planned for after graduation for those students who signed up and communicated. For any questions contact Ms. Ellis or Dean Billingsley at 773-534-4000.
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May 18 Prom Hyatt Regency 2233 S. King Dr. 6PM-11PM
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May 29 Graduation Practice 11AM-12:30PM (@ New Life Covenant Church)
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June 3 Graduation (New Life Covenant Church) 6PM-8PM
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