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Join Superintendent Rosser and State Monitor Jaime Alicea for community forums on March 18 and 24 where families can share feedback on the District's Strategic Plan and help inform the State Monitors Academic & Fiscal Plans.
Community Forum on March 18 and 24

Join Superintendent Eric Jay Rosser and State Monitor Jaime Alicea for community forums on March 18 and 24, where families can share feedback on the District's Strategic Plan and help inform the State Monitors Academic & Fiscal Plans.

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The image features a collage of 10 women seniors of the RCSD, celebrating Women's History Month 2026 and the extraordinary achievements of our scholars.
Women's History Month

This month, we celebrated the amazing accomplishments of 10 extraordinary women seniors, who demonstrate high academic achievement, exceptional leadership, and community service.

Celebrate with us

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Join Dr. Rosser for a Fireside Chat

Mark your calendars! Dr. Rosser is hosting quarterly community conversations this school year. This is your chance to hear directly from him and ask questions about how the District is responding to student needs.

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Strive for Five this School Year!

Join us in our community effort to make daily attendance a priority and help all students across our District to Strive For Five!

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Upcoming Events

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Testimonial: Motto Mission and Vision

Our Motto
We are not Spectators.  We are members of a TEAM.

Our Mission
Roberto Clemente School No. 8 is a school where we enjoy the adventure of learning and promote the highest levels of achievement for all. We respect our school, the people in it and the work we create. We recognize that as a TEAM we are stronger together than we are apart.

Our Vision
Roberto Clemente School 8 strives to provide every student and adult the skills and resources necessary to become active, self-motivated, and lifelong learners.