🔬🎈 Hands-On Science in Action!

Our Biology students explored cellular respiration by combining water, yeast, and varying sugar levels to discover which mixture produced the most carbon dioxide. The result? Inflating balloons! 🎈✨

This simple but powerful experiment showed science in action, turning everyday ingredients into an exciting, hands-on lesson about CO₂ production. Love seeing our students’ curiosity and critical thinking come to life! 🍞💡
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
5 minutes ago, CPS Communications
science students
science students
science students
Secret Santa is underway in the admin office, and Zebs came prepared… but as soon as he left, she just had to sneak over for a peek. 👀

Patience isn’t exactly Dazzle’s strongest skill—no shaking or snooping, little elf! 😉

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
about 5 hours ago, CPS Communications
Zebras gift under tree
elf peeking in bag

Students in our Biomedical program dove deep into the anatomy of the heart, identifying chambers, valves, and major arteries and veins, and tracing the full path of blood flow through this essential organ.

The experience culminated in a heart dissection, giving students an up-close look at the incredible structure they've been studying in class. From theory to application, these future health professionals are gaining the skills and knowledge to make a real impact.

We’re so proud of their curiosity, focus, and passion for learning!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE

about 9 hours ago, CPS Communications
science students
science students
science students
science students
science students
Yay! Dazzle made it through her first full week as an admin intern!

After a busy week in the office, she and Zebs are ending the weekend with a little game of hide-and-seek. 👀

Three of Dazzle’s elf friends are hiding somewhere in the photos… can you spot them all? 🔍👇

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
1 day ago, CPS Communications
zebs and dazzle in office
Dazzle’s already getting the VIP treatment!

Her North Pole friends and Zeb’s surprised her with a picnic in the admin office to celebrate her “almost-one-week” milestone as an intern. 🦓✨

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
2 days ago, CPS Communications
Zebs and friends at a picnic
close up of elves
Balloons Over Broadway Parade! 🎈

Roosa second graders brought the magic of the Macy’s Day Parade right into the classroom! After learning all about the history and creativity behind the iconic event, students designed and showcased their very own personal parade balloons — and they turned out amazing!

From colorful characters to creative creatures, their imaginations were on full display. What a fun and festive way to bring learning to life! 🎉

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Roosa second grade balloon parade.
Brewing up some holiday spirit! ☕🎄

Zebs and Dazzle took a break from the mischief to share a cup of cheer (and maybe plan their next adventure).

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
elf on the shelf coffee machine
elf and zebras drinking
It was only Day 3, and Dazzle’s already causing copy chaos! 🖨️🦓

Zebs caught her red-handed printing a stack of elf portraits—guess she wanted to make sure everyone saw her best side! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
elf on the shelf on the copier
elf on the shelf on the copier
elf on the shelf on the copier
Dazzle’s second day on the job came with a delicious surprise — fresh brownies just for Zebs. ❤️🦓🎄

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
elf on the shelf with flour
elf on the shelf with flour
It officially began on Dec. 1… the countdown to Christmas, Zebra-style! 🎅🦓
Special delivery straight from the North Pole! 📬✨

Dazzle officially mailed herself to Zebs and has arrived for another season of fun, mischief, and #CPSZEBRAPRIDE.
3 days ago, CPS Communications
 elf on the shelf in mailbox
zebra mascot  with elf on the shelf
🥇 LADY ZEBRAS ON THE ROAD 🥇

Our varsity girls wrestling team is rolling into McDonald County this Friday, December 5, for their first all-day tournament of the season.

With grit, focus, and Zebra-level tenacity, they’re ready to step onto the mat and represent Claremore with pride. Let’s go, Lady Zebras! 🦓🔥

#ZebraWrestling | #LadyZebras | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
wrestling game day
🏀🔥 OPENING NIGHT: ZEBRA BASKETBALL IS BACK! 🔥🏀

The wait is over, it's Tipoff Time for the 2025–26 season, and our Lady Zebras and Zebra Boys are hitting the road to launch the year in McAlester!

📍 McAlester High School
📆 Friday, December 5
🕕 Girls @ 6:00 PM | Boys to follow

New season. New energy. Same Zebra pride. It's time to start this season STRONG. 💪🦓

🎯 Let’s go ZEBRAS!
#ZebraBasketball #SeasonOpener #CPSZebraPride
3 days ago, CPS Communications
basketball game day
basketball game day
It's Zebra Friday... Winter Seasons🦓 #cpszebrapride
3 days ago, CPS Communications
choir students
basketball players
assembly hype
girl wrestlers
student performing
wrestlers
choir on stage
basketball players
performing students
cheerleaders
🎨🏆 Way to go, Ellie Nidiffer!

Congratulations to our incredibly talented student, Ellie, who won the 2025 Child Support Awareness Month Art Contest sponsored by the Cherokee Nation! 🖌️✨

Ellie was surprised with a gift basket full of art supplies, fueling even more creativity in the future. Congratulations on your hard work, artistic vision, and this outstanding accomplishment.

Keep shining, Ellie!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
zebra student with their artwork
📸🎒 Telling Stories Through Flat Lays

Our Photography students turned their backpacks inside out, literally, to tell the story of their school life using only the contents they carry each day.

They arranged their items using principles of balance and symmetry, captured everything in natural window light, and created powerful visual narratives that blend personal storytelling with technical artistry.

What a creative way to reflect on student life and practice professional photography skills!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
photography students
photography students
photography students
photography students
🍂🦃 Creativity on Display at Catalayah Elementary! 🎨✨

Our talented Catalayah Cubs transformed the school into a festive fall wonderland in preparation for Thanksgiving lunch! From hand-painted turkeys to colorful cornucopias, students put heart and creativity into every detail.

Their artwork brought smiles to guests and made the celebration even more special for families and staff alike. We’re so thankful for these young artists and the joy they bring to our halls! 💛🧡

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
students in art
🎄✨ Gnome for the Holidays was an unforgettable performance from our Roosa Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders!

Their creativity, confidence, and cuteness absolutely stole the show! From festive songs to big smiles, these little Zebras lit up the stage and our hearts.❤

👏 Way to go, students and teachers, your hard work paid off!
#RoosaRocks #CPSZebraPride
4 days ago, CPS Communications
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
students at their christmas play
🧫🦠 Things Got Wild in Zoology!

Our Zoology students wrapped up their Parasite Projects with fascinating presentations. From brain-controlling fungi to gut-dwelling hitchhikers, they researched the creepy, crawly organisms that rely on hosts to survive, and wowed us with their creativity and scientific insight!

We love seeing curiosity, research skills, and a little gross-out fun come together in the name of learning! 🧠📚
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
zoology students
zoology students
zoology students
zoology students
🚗 Here Come the Jousting Cars!

Mrs. Boyd’s 7th graders are revving up for a thrilling Jousting Cars showdown! After mastering lessons on potential vs. kinetic energy, types of energy, and energy transformations, students are now putting their knowledge to the test, engineering jousting machines for a battle of brains and speed.

Who will emerge as the King’s Champion? 👑
We love watching learning come to life through hands-on fun!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
5 days ago, CPS Communications
students doing stem work
students doing stem work
students doing stem work
students doing stem work
ANOTHER - New Baby Zebra Alert! 🩷

Coach Amy Jahn, who teaches in our Career Development program and coaches softball, and Coach Ryan Jahn, our computer teacher and wrestling coach, both at CHS, welcomed a beautiful new addition to their team over the Thanksgiving break!

🎀 Emmalyn Ryan Jahn made her grand entrance on November 25th at 7:45 a.m., weighing 6 lbs 12 oz and measuring 19.5 inches long.

Big sisters Eleanor and Éireann are already smitten and ready to show their new teammate the ropes of being a part of a Zebra Dazzle.

Congratulations to the Jahn family on their sweet new bundle of joy and future #Zebra! We can not wait to meet her!

🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷That's 5 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043 #CPSZebraPride
5 days ago, CPS Communications
baby in big red bow on a blanket