Can I have 2 iCloud accounts on 1 computer

This May be a dumb question, but is it possible to create a new cloud to use for my kids and their stuff on their own devices, and for us ,parents ,to keep using our existing cloud?  We have 1 MacBook and I'm not sure if it can be synced on the 2 clouds to manage both or only 1. 

Welcome to Apple Support Communities
You can add two iCloud accounts on a MacBook. To do it, first set up one in System Preferences > iCloud, and to add a second one, open System Preferences > Internet Accounts (or Mail, Contacts & Calendars), press the + button and choose iCloud.
If you want to have separate data, the best solution is to create a new user for your kids in System Preferences > Users & Groups

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