As part of our goal for providing relevant activities, C.A.S.T.L.E. clubs, athletics, and programs all teach ideas and principles that will be useful during life after high school.
In order to participate in any extracurriculars, students must maintain Good Academic Standing (G.P.A. of 2.5) and good attendance.
C.A.S.T.L.E. Extracurricular Activities
- Clubs
- Athletics
- Programs
- Student Spotlight
C.A.S.T.L.E. Clubs
C.A.S.T.L.E. student clubs encourage leadership and the practical application of innate intellectual talents. Current clubs offered include:
Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) Ambassadors
C.A.S.T.L.E. High School is the first charter school to participate in the Cleveland Museum of Art Ambassador program. Specially chosen students from local Cleveland area schools (grades 9-12) participate in monthly museum programs. Ambassadors learn about collections, programs, careers that support the arts, and how they can help bring the art museum experience back to their own communities.
Journalism Club
Our Journalism Club provides opportunity for students to apply writing skills in a practical setting. Students write, execute layouts, edit, print, and distribute the CHS newsletter "The Gold Digger" .
Fashion Club
Fashion Club provides students with the opportunity to explore the fashion industry, learn how to organize a fashion show, and helps to build confidence and teamwork.
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Student Council allows students to apply leadership skills on behalf of the student body to participate in activities based on:
• Governing
• Leadership
• Goal Setting
• Fundraising
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Step Team
The purpose of the Step Team is to get students involved in the many lessons that can be learned from dancing and to use dance as an expression through entertainment. The Step Team teaches basic hip-hop movements, as well as, rhythm, and self-esteem. The Step Team motivates and encourages students to get involved in other extracurricular activities. Members perform at pep rallies, basketball games, talent shows, and special events/programs.
At C.A.S.T.L.E. we believe in the importance of athletic programs to encourage physical activity, teamwork and the application of innate athletic talents. Currently, we offer:
Royals Basketball
C.A.S.T.L.E. High School is part of the Ohio Charter School Athletic Association (OCSAA). C.A.S.T.L.E. has played an instrumental role in the establishment of charter school sports in Northeast Ohio. Home games take place at the Boys and Girls Club on Broadway in Cleveland.
Men's Basketball
2006/2007 City/Regional Champions among Northeast Ohio Charter Schools. Competed in the State
Championships.
2007/2008 City/Regional Champions among Northeast Ohio Charter Schools. Competed in the State
Championships.
For the team schedule and record, visit the OCSAA website.
New for the 09/10 school year!
C.A.S.T.L.E. Programs
The C.A.S.T.L.E. High School Rites of Passage program is an 11th grade program designed to introduce students to the ancient and contemporary African and African American History with an emphasis on the visual, and performing arts. In this program, the values of Self-awareness, Respect, Spirituality, Economic Development, Community Responsibility are promoted.
Medical Preparatory
The Medical Preparatory Program is an on-site program that prepares selected students to take the State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) and Home Health Care (HHC) exams. To date, 15 C.A.S.T.L.E. students have earned these credentials through this program.
Student Spotlight
Raynell Williams, Senior
• Golden Glove Boxing Champion
• Selected for the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team
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