Pre-K at Westside had an unforgettable Disney Week, complete with a very special guest, Belle (Mrs. Lyons!). Students enjoyed Disney-inspired lessons and small groups that brought learning to life in the most magical way.
This was a perfect example of how our teachers continually find fun, creative ways to make learning engaging and meaningful for our youngest learners. The joy from our students said it all.
What a truly magical week at Westside! ✨📚
This was a perfect example of how our teachers continually find fun, creative ways to make learning engaging and meaningful for our youngest learners. The joy from our students said it all.
What a truly magical week at Westside! ✨📚
Mr. Hughes has been bringing the excitement to PE with a Free Throw Contest for our 3rd–5th grade students, and this morning he proudly recognized the top two shooters from each grade!
Top Shooters by Grade ⭐
3rd Grade: Ava Anderson & Landon Casey
4th Grade: Kadyn Blakley & Dillon Casey
5th Grade: Asher Murray & Tayden Dixon
Overall Winner: Dillon Casey 🏆
Dillon advanced to the next round of the Elks Hoop Shoot Contest, a nationwide free throw competition that promotes sportsmanship, character, and healthy competition. We’re incredibly proud to share that Dillon finished 4th overall in the 10-year-old age group!
He represented Catalayah with pride, determination, and heart. Way to go, Dillon—and great job to all our shooters for showing effort, focus, and Zebra pride! ❤️🖤
Top Shooters by Grade ⭐
3rd Grade: Ava Anderson & Landon Casey
4th Grade: Kadyn Blakley & Dillon Casey
5th Grade: Asher Murray & Tayden Dixon
Overall Winner: Dillon Casey 🏆
Dillon advanced to the next round of the Elks Hoop Shoot Contest, a nationwide free throw competition that promotes sportsmanship, character, and healthy competition. We’re incredibly proud to share that Dillon finished 4th overall in the 10-year-old age group!
He represented Catalayah with pride, determination, and heart. Way to go, Dillon—and great job to all our shooters for showing effort, focus, and Zebra pride! ❤️🖤
Mrs. Higgins’ class brought a blizzard of creativity and curiosity into the classroom! Students explored design and problem-solving as they imagined, created, and 3D-printed their very own snowflakes—each one completely unique, just like the real thing.
This hands-on project sparked questions, encouraged experimentation, and showed how curiosity fuels innovation. When students are curious, learning takes shape in the coolest ways!
Great job, Tech Ed crew!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
This hands-on project sparked questions, encouraged experimentation, and showed how curiosity fuels innovation. When students are curious, learning takes shape in the coolest ways!
Great job, Tech Ed crew!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🏀 ZEBRA BASKETBALL – GAME DAY AT HOME 🦓🔥
Our squads return to Legendary Lantow Court tonight as they host Glenpool in a full slate of home action!
📅 Tuesday, January 20
🆚 Glenpool
📍 HOME – Claremore High School
⏰ Girls Varsity – 6:00 PM | Boys Varsity – 7:30 PM
Bring the energy and back your Zebras from the stands as we defend home court. Let’s make it loud. Let’s make it count.
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBasketball
Our squads return to Legendary Lantow Court tonight as they host Glenpool in a full slate of home action!
📅 Tuesday, January 20
🆚 Glenpool
📍 HOME – Claremore High School
⏰ Girls Varsity – 6:00 PM | Boys Varsity – 7:30 PM
Bring the energy and back your Zebras from the stands as we defend home court. Let’s make it loud. Let’s make it count.
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBasketball
🤼♂️ ZEBRA WRESTLING🔥
Two road duals. One mission. Claremore Wrestling is ready to bring the heat this week as the postseason inches closer.
📅 TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
🆚 Coweta
📍 @ Coweta High School
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
🆚 Tahlequah
📍 @ Tahlequah High School
⏰ 6:00 PM
Locked in and laser-focused — let’s go, Zebras!
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
Two road duals. One mission. Claremore Wrestling is ready to bring the heat this week as the postseason inches closer.
📅 TUESDAY, JANUARY 20
🆚 Coweta
📍 @ Coweta High School
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 THURSDAY, JANUARY 22
🆚 Tahlequah
📍 @ Tahlequah High School
⏰ 6:00 PM
Locked in and laser-focused — let’s go, Zebras!
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
During the 2024–2025 school year, our Jazz Band experienced an unprecedented year of growth and success at Claremore Public Schools. What began as one jazz band has now grown into three full jazz ensembles heading into the 2025–2026 school year, an incredible testament to student interest, dedication, and talent.
This year, the band competed at the State Jazz Contest and earned our first 5A Jazz Band State Championship in years. But they didn’t stop there.
The next level of achievement for a jazz ensemble is submitting a professional-quality recording for evaluation by a panel of college music educators from across Oklahoma. Each year, this panel selects only three groups total, one college ensemble and two high school ensembles, to perform in a prestigious honor performance at the Oklahoma Music Educators Association (OkMEA) Convention.
We are proud to share that Claremore High School’s Jazz Band was selected as one of those three ensembles, chosen from all applicants across the state. This selection was based on a recording of last year’s CHS Jazz Band and recognizes our students as one of the best jazz programs in Oklahoma, across all high school classifications—and even alongside college programs.
📍 Performance Details
🗓 January 22
⏰ 8:00 PM
📌 Arvest Convention Center – Legacy Hall
🎟 Tickets: $10 at the door (All are welcome!)
This honor performance also provides our students with an incredible opportunity to collaborate with professional musicians, including:
• Mr. Mason Crabaugh – University of Tulsa
• Mr. Grant Myers – University of Tulsa
• Mr. Bobby Kitchen – Director of Jazz Bands, Skiatook High School
• Dr. Van Hemert – Director of Jazz Studies, Northeastern State University
Mr. Smith would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to his students for their countless hours of practice and after-school rehearsals. These students have worked tirelessly—not only to earn this honor, but to prepare entirely new music alongside a new group of musicians at the highest level.
This is what commitment, collaboration, and excellence look like—and it is a powerful example of #CPSZEBRAPRIDE in action. 🦓🎶
This year, the band competed at the State Jazz Contest and earned our first 5A Jazz Band State Championship in years. But they didn’t stop there.
The next level of achievement for a jazz ensemble is submitting a professional-quality recording for evaluation by a panel of college music educators from across Oklahoma. Each year, this panel selects only three groups total, one college ensemble and two high school ensembles, to perform in a prestigious honor performance at the Oklahoma Music Educators Association (OkMEA) Convention.
We are proud to share that Claremore High School’s Jazz Band was selected as one of those three ensembles, chosen from all applicants across the state. This selection was based on a recording of last year’s CHS Jazz Band and recognizes our students as one of the best jazz programs in Oklahoma, across all high school classifications—and even alongside college programs.
📍 Performance Details
🗓 January 22
⏰ 8:00 PM
📌 Arvest Convention Center – Legacy Hall
🎟 Tickets: $10 at the door (All are welcome!)
This honor performance also provides our students with an incredible opportunity to collaborate with professional musicians, including:
• Mr. Mason Crabaugh – University of Tulsa
• Mr. Grant Myers – University of Tulsa
• Mr. Bobby Kitchen – Director of Jazz Bands, Skiatook High School
• Dr. Van Hemert – Director of Jazz Studies, Northeastern State University
Mr. Smith would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to his students for their countless hours of practice and after-school rehearsals. These students have worked tirelessly—not only to earn this honor, but to prepare entirely new music alongside a new group of musicians at the highest level.
This is what commitment, collaboration, and excellence look like—and it is a powerful example of #CPSZEBRAPRIDE in action. 🦓🎶
🧮🎨 Learning through Play at Roosa Pre-K!
Thanks to a grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, our youngest learners at Roosa Elementary are about to experience even more hands-on fun in the classroom!
💬 “This grant is going to allow us to purchase math manipulatives that support playful learning and small group activities, as well as art supplies for creative classroom projects. I can’t wait to see how excited our students will be with these new additions!”
— Lynn Youngs, Roosa Elementary
🖍️ From math to masterpieces, this grant supports early learning by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and active engagement.
🧠 Want to support more grants like this?
Register your team for the CPSF Brainiac Brawl—our largest annual fundraiser!
👉 claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl
#CPSF #FallGrantPatrol #DistrictGrantPatrol #TeacherGrants #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #RoosaElementary #PlayBasedLearning #BrainiacBrawl
Thanks to a grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, our youngest learners at Roosa Elementary are about to experience even more hands-on fun in the classroom!
💬 “This grant is going to allow us to purchase math manipulatives that support playful learning and small group activities, as well as art supplies for creative classroom projects. I can’t wait to see how excited our students will be with these new additions!”
— Lynn Youngs, Roosa Elementary
🖍️ From math to masterpieces, this grant supports early learning by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and active engagement.
🧠 Want to support more grants like this?
Register your team for the CPSF Brainiac Brawl—our largest annual fundraiser!
👉 claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl
#CPSF #FallGrantPatrol #DistrictGrantPatrol #TeacherGrants #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #RoosaElementary #PlayBasedLearning #BrainiacBrawl
Claremont fifth graders had a deliciously fun time practicing sequential writing by taking learning to the next level! 🍫🔥
Students put their creativity and innovation to work as they used graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate to plan, test, and clearly write out the steps for making the perfect s’more. This hands-on experience challenged them to think critically, communicate clearly, and get creative with their writing—all while having a little fun along the way.
By blending imagination with practical learning, students turned a writing lesson into a sweet, memorable experience that truly stuck.
Way to go, fifth grade! 🏕️✏️
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Students put their creativity and innovation to work as they used graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate to plan, test, and clearly write out the steps for making the perfect s’more. This hands-on experience challenged them to think critically, communicate clearly, and get creative with their writing—all while having a little fun along the way.
By blending imagination with practical learning, students turned a writing lesson into a sweet, memorable experience that truly stuck.
Way to go, fifth grade! 🏕️✏️
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
CPS school sites and the central office will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in honor of the Martin Luther King holiday.
As we observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, remember his words: "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."
As we observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, remember his words: "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."
How Sick Is Too Sick For School?
Tis the season in Oklahoma - sniffling, sneezing, coughing, headache, fever, tummy aches, nausea, etc.
We miss our students when they are absent, but sometimes they need to recover at home. How do you make that decision? CPS encourages following the Oklahoma State Department of Health guidelines. These guidelines will help the child recover and prevent the spread of illness to other students and staff.
Click here to read more > https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/951336
Tis the season in Oklahoma - sniffling, sneezing, coughing, headache, fever, tummy aches, nausea, etc.
We miss our students when they are absent, but sometimes they need to recover at home. How do you make that decision? CPS encourages following the Oklahoma State Department of Health guidelines. These guidelines will help the child recover and prevent the spread of illness to other students and staff.
Click here to read more > https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/951336
📆Here is your calendar reminder for February
🔴6, 13, 20, 27: Early Release Days (PLC)
🔴12: WRJH Parent/Teacher Conferences
🔴16: CLOSED (Holiday)
🔴19: DATE CHANGE: CHS Parent/Teacher Conferences (previously 3/12)
🎓 Exploring the Future at CHS!
Thanks to a $5,200 grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, Claremore High School students will hit the road this year for college and career exploration across Oklahoma!
💬 “I was awarded a $5,200 grant to support college and career exploration for Claremore High School students! These funds will be used to take students on campus tours across Oklahoma, helping them experience firsthand the opportunities available after graduation. The grant will also benefit clubs and classes interested in taking specialized campus visits throughout the year.”
— Sarah Adcock, Claremore High School
🚌 From college campuses to career pathways, these real-world experiences will empower students to make confident, informed decisions about their future.
🧠 Want to support more grants like this?
Register your team for the CPSF Brainiac Brawl—our largest annual fundraiser!
👉 claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl
#CPSF #FallGrantPatrol #DistrictGrantPatrol #TeacherGrants #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CollegeAndCareerReady #CHS #BrainiacBrawl
Thanks to a $5,200 grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, Claremore High School students will hit the road this year for college and career exploration across Oklahoma!
💬 “I was awarded a $5,200 grant to support college and career exploration for Claremore High School students! These funds will be used to take students on campus tours across Oklahoma, helping them experience firsthand the opportunities available after graduation. The grant will also benefit clubs and classes interested in taking specialized campus visits throughout the year.”
— Sarah Adcock, Claremore High School
🚌 From college campuses to career pathways, these real-world experiences will empower students to make confident, informed decisions about their future.
🧠 Want to support more grants like this?
Register your team for the CPSF Brainiac Brawl—our largest annual fundraiser!
👉 claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl
#CPSF #FallGrantPatrol #DistrictGrantPatrol #TeacherGrants #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CollegeAndCareerReady #CHS #BrainiacBrawl
The junior high basketball game scheduled for Monday (1/19) has been moved to Thursday (1/22).
Ms. Mitchell’s students earned themselves a Perfect Attendance Ice Cream Party, and what a sweet reward it was! From scoops to sprinkles, Ms. Jackie made sure every topping was on hand to make this celebration extra special.
This party wasn’t just about ice cream—it was about celebrating commitment, consistency, and showing up every day ready to learn. Regular attendance builds strong habits, strengthens learning, and sets students up for success both in and out of the classroom.
Way to go, Ms. Mitchell’s class! Your hard work and dedication paid off in the most delicious way! 🍨👏
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
This party wasn’t just about ice cream—it was about celebrating commitment, consistency, and showing up every day ready to learn. Regular attendance builds strong habits, strengthens learning, and sets students up for success both in and out of the classroom.
Way to go, Ms. Mitchell’s class! Your hard work and dedication paid off in the most delicious way! 🍨👏
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🤼♂️🤼♀️ WRESTLING WEEKEND — LET’S WORK 🦓🔥
Two tournaments. One Zebra standard.
📍 Varsity Boys @ Carl Albert Tourney
📍 Varsity Girls @ Catoosa Tourney
📆 Friday & Saturday | January 16–17
Both squads are hitting the mats across the state, ready to compete against top talent and sharpen their edge as the postseason draws closer. Every match counts, let’s go to work.
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
Two tournaments. One Zebra standard.
📍 Varsity Boys @ Carl Albert Tourney
📍 Varsity Girls @ Catoosa Tourney
📆 Friday & Saturday | January 16–17
Both squads are hitting the mats across the state, ready to compete against top talent and sharpen their edge as the postseason draws closer. Every match counts, let’s go to work.
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
Zebra Friday, everybody.💪🏼🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🏆 DISTRICT CHAMPS — PUNCHED THEIR TICKET TO DUAL STATE! 🦓🔥
Your Zebra Wrestling squad dominated District Duals with a clean sweep over Memorial, Collinsville, Grove, and Pryor:
🔴 Memorial – 84-0
🔴 Collinsville – 48-20
🔴 Grove – 59-11
🔴 Pryor – 51-20
From start to finish, every weight class showed up and showed out! Let’s go, Zebras. Next stop: Dual State.💪🏼🦓
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraWrestling | #DistrictChamps
Your Zebra Wrestling squad dominated District Duals with a clean sweep over Memorial, Collinsville, Grove, and Pryor:
🔴 Memorial – 84-0
🔴 Collinsville – 48-20
🔴 Grove – 59-11
🔴 Pryor – 51-20
From start to finish, every weight class showed up and showed out! Let’s go, Zebras. Next stop: Dual State.💪🏼🦓
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraWrestling | #DistrictChamps
Our 5th graders had the best time at JA BizTown! 💼
JA BizTown truly brought learning to life as students stepped into the roles of citizens, employees, and leaders of a simulated town. From working their jobs and managing paychecks to participating in town meetings and shopping at local businesses, our students experienced firsthand how a community functions.
This unforgettable, hands-on experience helped them build real-world skills in teamwork, responsibility, and financial literacy, all while having a lot of fun along the way!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
JA BizTown truly brought learning to life as students stepped into the roles of citizens, employees, and leaders of a simulated town. From working their jobs and managing paychecks to participating in town meetings and shopping at local businesses, our students experienced firsthand how a community functions.
This unforgettable, hands-on experience helped them build real-world skills in teamwork, responsibility, and financial literacy, all while having a lot of fun along the way!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
📣 NCA REGIONALS RECAP 🖤❤️
In December, our NCA competition team took the mat for Virtual Regionals, and HIT ZERO! 💥 With flawless execution and fierce determination, these athletes made a bold statement and are headed for Nationals.
Let’s keep that momentum rolling, ladies! 🏆🔥
#CPSZebraPride
In December, our NCA competition team took the mat for Virtual Regionals, and HIT ZERO! 💥 With flawless execution and fierce determination, these athletes made a bold statement and are headed for Nationals.
Let’s keep that momentum rolling, ladies! 🏆🔥
#CPSZebraPride
Claremont students had an absolute blast conquering the obstacle course! From climbing and crawling to racing and cheering each other on, every step was full of laughter, teamwork, and determination. 🏃♂️🤸♀️
A huge shout-out to our amazing teachers who made it all possible! Your energy, encouragement, and creativity turn fun activities into unforgettable memories for our kids. We are so lucky to have such passionate educators shaping these moments of joy and growth. 🖤
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
A huge shout-out to our amazing teachers who made it all possible! Your energy, encouragement, and creativity turn fun activities into unforgettable memories for our kids. We are so lucky to have such passionate educators shaping these moments of joy and growth. 🖤
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
