Families are invited to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with the Clemente community at our annual assembly on Friday 5/22 at 9:30am.

The assembly will feature student performances including a fashion show, poetry, music, dance, and informational presentations. (Please note that many but not all students will be performing. All students will be attending the assembly.) Students with Asian American or Pacific Islander heritage are strongly encouraged to wear cultural dress!
6 days ago, KELLY HEBRANK
Invitation to Assembly 5.22.26
Hi Parents and Guardians,

It’s hard to believe, but it is already time for our Grades 3–8 students to show off what they’ve learned! The Smarter Balanced tests kick off next week, Monday May 4th and we want to make sure every student feels ready, relaxed, and empowered to do their best. Students in these grades will be testing in the mornings from May 4th until May 15th. Following these two weeks, students will then begin their NWEA ELA MAP testing and iReady Math Testing.
To give your kids the best shot at success, we’d love your help with a few things at home. First, please try to get them to bed a little earlier than usual—a well-rested brain makes a huge difference when it comes to staying focused. A healthy, filling breakfast in the morning is also a big help to keep those energy levels steady through the testing sessions.
Being here on time and ready to go is also super important. Testing starts right away, and arriving late can make kids feel rushed or stressed before they even sit down. We really want to see everyone here every day of testing so they can finish up with their friends and avoid having to do make-ups later on.

If your student comes every day of testing, they will attend a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream celebration!

We are so proud of all the hard work our students have put in this year! Thank you for helping us make this a smooth, stress-free week for them. If you have any questions, just let us know.

Best,
Principal Jorge
Clemente Leadership Academy
14 days ago, KELLY HEBRANK
Letter to families

Spring is here, but the learning doesn't stop!

What students learn this spring will help them succeed next year and throughout their lives. Missing school can lead to learning gaps-- please make sure your child(ren) attend school every day until the end of the year!

Click the links to see everything your students will be learning over the next 38 days.
Grades K-4:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BVilokruiOlwjs2Tgo1N4g1YeDcW1YKt/view?usp=sharing

Grades 5-8:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-8SQFz6h8OwgeH8gZiO8pl0miwZtyqtT/view?usp=sharing

16 days ago, KELLY HEBRANK
NHPS logo
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up May 4-8! It is a chance to thank teachers and staff for their incredible efforts to support and instruct our children. Please feel free to have your child/children make a card for their teacher! If you are in a financial position to do so, please consider buying something from our Amazon wishlist to help us give treats to staff each day. Alternatively, you could bring a donation to the front office and indicate it is for Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you!! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1HK1AOCMYMMFX?ref_=wl_share
20 days ago, KELLY HEBRANK
teacher appreciation week
Dear Clemente families, Just a reminder that spring break is this week, Monday 4/13 through Friday 4/17. We look forward to seeing your child/children again on Monday 4/20!
about 1 month ago, KELLY HEBRANK
no school this week

Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are writing to share some disappointing news. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have to cancel this year’s Talent Show scheduled for this Friday April 10th.
We know how hard our students have been practicing and how much they were looking forward to hitting the stage. Please know this decision was not made lightly. We truly value the creativity and effort our performers have poured into their acts.
We are looking into ways to showcase student talents later in the year and will send any further information when available.
Thank you for your patience and for supporting your child’s "star power" even when the curtains can't go up as planned.
Best regards,
Talent Show Committee

about 1 month ago, Teresa Morais
talent show cancelled
FREE, nutritious food will be available during the School Break Groceries event on Saturday, April 11th from 10 AM - 12 PM! Families will be able to choose their own grocery items to take home. Bring your own grocery bags! This event will be held INDOORS at the schools below. Pick the one easiest for you! John Martinez School, 100 James Street Truman School, 114 Truman Street Wexler-Grant School, 55 Foote Street King Robinson School, 150 Fournier Street
about 1 month ago, KELLY HEBRANK
free groceries
free groceries- Spanish
We are so sorry- due to circumstances out of our control we have to postpone this event!
about 1 month ago, KELLY HEBRANK
literacy luau
literacy luau Spanish
Get Ready for Spirit Week! 
Student Council has been hard at work planning a week of fun to celebrate our school community! We can’t wait to see everyone’s creativity on display. Here is the schedule for next week: 
Spirit Week Schedule 
Monday, 3/30: Meme Monday 
Bring the internet to life! Dress up as your favorite (school-appropriate) meme. 

Tuesday, 3/31: Decades Day Pick your favorite era! Whether it’s the neon 80s, grunge 90s, or the early 2000s, let’s see those vintage looks.

Wednesday, 4/1: Think Pink No April Fools here—we’re just wearing pink! Grab your brightest pink shirt, socks, or accessories. 

Thursday, 4/2: Jean Machine Day Rock your favorite jeans or go for an all-denim outfit. 

 >Note: There will be no school Friday April 3rd in observance of Good Friday.
about 2 months ago, Teresa Morais
spirit week flyer
Student Council has planned a Spirit Week for next week! Monday 3/30 Dress as your favorite meme Tuesday 3/31 Decades Day- Dress up from the 80s, 90s, or 2000s Wednesday 4/1 Wear Pink Thursday 4/2 Wear jeans or all denim (Friday 4/3 schools are closed for Good Friday)
about 2 months ago, KELLY HEBRANK
flyer for spirit week

Attention Clemente Cougars! A New 25-Day Attendance Challenge starts tomorrow!

From March 18 through April 30, we are challenging all students to have PERFECT attendance (0 absences)!

Students who successfully complete the 25-day challenge will earn a spot at our Schoolwide Party on May 1st! Let’s show up and finish the spring semester strong. You've got this!

about 2 months ago, Teresa Morais
25 Day Challenge Flyer
Good afternoon, This is a reminder that today is the last day for the School Climate Survey. If you have not completed this, please do it today. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be heard. Please check your email for the survey link or use this link to log in: bit.ly/NHPS2026 Thank you!
2 months ago, Teresa Morais
climate survey reminder and links
This week is Read Across America Week! We will celebrate with some fun spirit days starting tomorrow!
2 months ago, Tiffany Rauch
Read Across America  Week!

Good afternoon families! If you have not responded to our Climate Survey, please take a few minutes to respond over the coming long weekend. We really want to hear from you and appreciate your feedback. Please use this link: bit.ly/NHPS2026
Make sure to hit complete and you will see a green check showing that the survey has been completed.

Thank you!

3 months ago, Teresa Morais
Green check mark image
Green check mark image
We’re in the Top 5! Clemente Parents—you are amazing! Thanks to your participation during conferences, we had 50 parents complete the school climate survey—landing us in the Top 5 for participation across the entire district! But we aren't done yet! If you haven't had a chance to complete the survey yet, there is still time to help us climb to the top spot! Make sure to complete the survey for each of your children. *Why do it?* It takes 10 minutes and your feedback helps us improve our school and better serve our students. *Where?* Look for an email from "Survey Administrator" for the links. If you did not receive the email, use this link: bit.ly/NHPS2026 *Goal:* Let’s show the district that Clemente parents are the most engaged in the city! Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us lead by example.
3 months ago, Teresa Morais
The 2026 New Haven Public Schools School Climate Survey opens February 2-27. You will receive a link to the survey at your email address and/or phone number. We strongly encourage you to fill out the survey and share honestly what’s going well and what could be better about your student’s experience at school. All responses are anonymous. The survey will take 10-15 minutes. You can complete the survey on your phone or a computer. You can pause at any time and return to it on any device. Students will have time at school to take the survey. Parents, if you need help completing the survey, contact the school office. In the event, you DO NOT want your child to participate, please contact their school’s front office for the opt out form. The Climate Survey will ask questions about the learning environment, belonging and community, staff-student relationships, bullying and safety, and discipline.
3 months ago, Teresa Morais
School Climate Survey
School Climate Survey
School Climate Survey
School Climate Survey
School Climate Survey
This is an important message from the New Haven Public Schools. Tomorrow, Tuesday, all schools will open with a two-hour delay. There will be no before-school programs. For further information, please visit our web site: nhps.net.
4 months ago, New Haven Public Schools

Picture Retake Day is Wednesday, January 7, 2026! If you didn't get a picture taken then you will have an opportunity to take your picture this Wednesday. If you took a picture and need a retake, bring in original package back so we can retake your picture.

4 months ago, Tiffany Rauch
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Today, January 3!

Come Meet the Three Kings!
Music, Refreshments, Petting Zoo, and Toys *
*First Come, First Served, Child must be present

11:00-2:00 pm at Casa Otonal, 148 Sylvan Ave. , New Haven

4 months ago, Adela Jorge
Three  Kings Day
Happy New Year! See you back on Monday, January 5th!

Dear Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy Family,

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

I hope this winter break has provided your family with time to rest, celebrate, and create wonderful memories together.

As we prepare to turn the page to 2026, we are filled with excitement for the second half of our school year.
We have missed our students, and we are ready to hit the ground running! We look forward to welcoming each and every one of our students back to school on Monday, January 5.

To start the year strong, we have set a big goal: 100% attendance on our first day back. Every day of learning counts, and the "fresh start" of a new year is the perfect time to build great habits. When our students are here, our School is complete, and the learning environment is at its best.

Can we count you in for 100% attendance on Monday, January 5th?

Let’s start the new year with a ROAR! We can’t wait to see those smiling faces at drop-off and at the Bus Platform on January 5th.

5 months ago, Adela Jorge
Count Me In!