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Gotta Kick It Up!

2002 · film · US

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Directed by: Ramón Menéndez

Starring: Camille Guaty, America Ferrera, Jhoanna Flores, Suilma Rodriguez, Sabrina Wiener, Miguel Sandoval

Runtime: 85 min

Why it mattersAI-assisted

Film about a school dance team, led by Ms. Bartlett, using 'si, se puede' to build confidence. It matters as it showcases determination and teamwork1.

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  1. synopsis — This was going to be the first year that Marshal Middle School was not going to have a dance team. All that changes when the new Biology teacher, Ms. Bartlett, agrees to be the coach. Now the girls need to prove that they are ready to compete and are able to win; not only to themselves, but to their parents and coach. Using the chant "si, se puede" or "yes, I can" the Dance team builds their confidence to perform.
  2. credit — Directed by Ramón Menéndez.

Synopsis

This was going to be the first year that Marshal Middle School was not going to have a dance team. All that changes when the new Biology teacher, Ms. Bartlett, agrees to be the coach. Now the girls need to prove that they are ready to compete and are able to win; not only to themselves, but to their parents and coach. Using the chant "si, se puede" or "yes, I can" the Dance team builds their confidence to perform.

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