Category Archives: Students

Summer Program Success!

“My favorite subject is phonics. I think it’s easier than math. I’m already on 1st grade phonics and math now. I like making the dinosaurs out of paper plates in the Summer Program. We also made caterpillars. Water Play Day is so fun! I like when the teacher sprays us.” –C. (Kindergarten student)

Summer Program started and the kids are thrilled!

The Summer Program began with a bang on Monday, June 8th! Our students are thrilled to be back and working on a fun-filled program that combines academics with games, water play, indoor/outdoor activities and arts and crafts. The kids enjoyed playing with their classmates while following all safety protocols.   Summer Program runs Monday to […]

Student Success

“I feel confident in myself because I know how to read and do math and write. I have improved the whole time I’ve come to this school. I like my teacher, Ms. Erika, and I’ve made some friends along the way. My favorite things to do are math, science and playing soccer with my friends.” […]

Step Up for Students now open for renewing families

For FTC (Florida Tax Credit) Scholarship recipients only: you will need to renew your scholarships for the 2020-21 school year now at: stepupforstudents.org Please note: if your child receives the FES (Family Empowerment Scholarship), there is no need to renew your scholarship each year. The school will do this for you. Should you have any questions, […]

Middle School Student Success

“I like this school and my favorite subject is math and I like to hang out with my friends. I have caught up most of the way like last year, I was at a 7.9 (7th grade, 9th month) for word reading and comprehension and now I’m at 9.7 (9th grade, 7th month) for reading […]

Student Success!

“I love this school because I love hanging out with my friends and I love playing soccer! This school makes it easier to learn because I can work at my own pace. The teachers help me with my math because I struggle with division but it’s getting easier now. Ms. Erika really helps me a […]

English as a Third Language Student Success

“I have been learning math like multiplication. I like geography a lot. I think it’s very interesting. When I first got to Community Learning Center, I barely spoke English. I spoke mostly German and a little bit of Russian. Now I can speak a lot of English. I even help my mom with writing her […]

Avid reader by 2nd grade!

“All the teachers are helpful, sweet and nice. I love school because it is the best. Ms. Jen and Ms. Karey make me feel welcome. The school is clean and nice because of Mr. Jim.” “I learned how to read and research facts. Ms. Roz taught me how to read. Ms. Roz IS THE BEST […]

CLC Academy Celebrates International Chefs Day

The students of Community Learning Center Academy were hosted by Clearwater Community Volunteers to celebrate International Chefs Day.   Chef Zoltan and Chef Barry, executive chefs from the Fort Harrison Hotel and Chef Rene Marquis from the American Culinary Federation taught the students about making nutritious choices and introduced them to some exotic fruits. These fruits […]

10 Reasons why Students Don't Like School.
10 COMMON REASONS WHY STUDENTS SAY THEY DON’T LIKE SCHOOL

It’s boring My class is too hard I don’t like the teacher (teacher is mean) I’m not good at ________ (subject) I can’t concentrate in class Homework I never do good on exams, no matter how hard I try I get in trouble for talking in class I don’t like getting up early I’m interested in […]