🏈 IT’S GAME DAY — ROUND 2 PLAYOFFS! 🏈

The lights are on. The stage is set. And your Zebras are BACK at home for Round 2 of the OSSAA 5A Playoffs! 🔥

📍 Legendary Lantow Field
📆 Friday, November 21
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM
🎥ZTV Link: https://youtube.com/live/YWCz7WXzNrc?feature=share
🎟️ OSSAA Playoff Admission

After a huge road win at Coweta, the Zebras are ready to defend the home turf against Bishop McGuinness in what’s sure to be a showdown under the lights. Let’s pack the stands in red, bring the energy, and show up for the seniors!

🦓 Every clap. Every cheer. Every voice matters.

#CPSZebraPride | #GameDay
about 2 hours ago, CPS Communications
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On this special Thanksgiving episode of Cooking with Chef, Chef Ryan shows you how to make Acorn Squash and a creamy Sour Cream & Onion Dip! These simple yet delicious dishes are perfect for a holiday appetizer or a cozy spot on your Thanksgiving table. 🦃✨

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/_yHVSMnvseg
about 14 hours ago, CPS Communications
Cooking with Chef Thanksgiving Episode Thumbnail
What a debut! Our improv students delivered big laughs and big talent at their first show of the year. 🦓 🎬

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
about 17 hours ago, CPS Communications
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage laughing
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage smerking
8 students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage micking on a phone
Students in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage
Student in black/red shirts "Improve" on stage dancing
Today, Mr. Frazier and CPS administration honored some of our incredible educators with stipends made possible by the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program—a powerful step forward in Oklahoma legislation.

Claremore Public Schools is proud to be one of only 80+ districts, out of more than 500 public school districts in Oklahoma, to complete the rigorous process documenting our teachers' pedagogy, leadership, and the characteristics that elevate the profession of teaching. That’s because we believe in showing our teachers that they are seen and valued, and that we couldn’t do what we do without them.

There were tears of gratitude, hugs of appreciation, and hearts full of #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Thank you to every educator who inspires, leads, and shapes the future. Mr. Frazier spoke with great admiration about the character and impact of these teachers—and the bright future ahead for Claremore Public Schools.

We were honored to have Senator Adam Pugh join us to share words of encouragement and appreciation for the difference our educators make. Senator Ally Seifried, a passionate advocate for education, also joined us to help celebrate the heart and soul of our schools and the teachers in her district.

It is a GREAT day to be a Zebra! ❤️🦓
1 day ago, CPS Communications
teacher crying
teacher crying
hugging senator ally seifried
celebrating teachers
senator adam pugh
teachers with administration
teachers celebrating
teachers shocked
teachers with their stipends
Snap, Crackle… Flash! 📸✨

Check out Ms. Johnson’s photography class in action! Students are getting hands-on experience photographing eggs using flashlights to explore the differences between soft and hard lighting. This creative exercise helps them understand how light shapes depth, shadow, and value—key skills in mastering photographic techniques.

With so much creativity and curiosity in the room, these young photographers are truly rising to the challenge — talk about some Great Egg-spectations! 🥚💡
1 day ago, CPS Communications
Students practicing photography
Students practicing photography
Students practicing photography
Students practicing photography
Claremore Public Schools Coat & Hoodie Give-Away

📅Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕐8:00AM–10:00AM and 4:00PM–6:00PM
📍CPS Enrollment Center – Gym (101 W. 11th Street, Claremore)

First-come, first-served, while supplies last.
Students must be enrolled in Claremore Public Schools.

Register ➡️ https://forms.gle/aaDPTNYgChUxEgt4A

This event is brought to you by CPS School-Based Social Workers.
There will be a box for anyone who wants to drop by and donate clean, gently used clothing or coats for future use.
2 days ago, CPS Communications
"A promotional flyer for the Claremore Public Schools Coat & Hoodie Give-Away event. At the top, the Claremore Zebras logo appears with the text 'Claremore Public Schools Coat Give-Away & Hoodie.' Three children dressed in colorful winter coats, hats, and scarves are featured prominently in the center. Smaller images of a student in a hoodie and a toddler in winter gear are also included.  The event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 8:00AM–10:00AM and 4:00PM–6:00PM at the CPS Enrollment Center – Gym. The flyer notes that the event is first-come, first-served while supplies last and students must be enrolled in Claremore Public Schools. A registration link is provided (https://forms.gle/aaDPTNYgChUxEgt4A ), and the flyer also mentions a donation box for gently used clothing and outerwear."
🏈 PLAYOFFS – ROUND 2 🏈

Last Friday night, the Zebras took care of business on the road and knocked off Coweta in a big-time win. Now, we’re bringing the heat HOME for Round 2! 🔥

📍 Legendary Lantow Field
📆 Friday, November 21
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM
🎟️ OSSAA 5A Playoffs

This week, it's Zebras vs. Bishop McGuinness, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Come early, wear your red, and bring the noise as our boys fight for a spot in the quarterfinals! 🦓💪

Fill the stands. Fuel the team. Finish the fight.

📸Photo Credits: Jay Lederman
#CPSZebraPride
3 days ago, CPS Communications
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
football action shot
Coach Wadsworth's Life Skills class got a special visit from one of Claremore's finest, Officer Holmes!

Officer Holmes shared an inspiring message about friendships, choices, and leadership. He talked with students about how the people we surround ourselves with can shape our future — and reminded them of the power in staying true to who they are, making thoughtful decisions, and choosing the right path even when it’s challenging.

We are grateful to Officer Holmes for taking the time to pour into our students and reinforce the values that help them grow into strong, confident leaders. Thank you for making a lasting impact!
3 days ago, CPS Communications
Officer Holmes talking to Junior High Students.
Officer Holmes talking to Junior High Students.
Claremont Elementary had the incredible opportunity to host The Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma for a special performance of their Will Rogers musical! 🎭✨

Students weren’t just audience members, they became part of the show, making it an engaging and interactive theatre experience filled with laughter, learning, and pride.

What a wonderful way to celebrate our hometown hero, Will Rogers, and his lasting legacy of wit, kindness, and Oklahoma spirit! ❤️🖤

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
Will Rogers musical at Claremont
📚💕 Book Buddies & Beanie Babies

Our Kindergarten and 1st grade students have been rocking their library time, following routines, engaging in lessons, and returning their books like pros! 🌟

As a special reward, they earned Book Buddy Time this week, and it came with a nostalgic twist! Students had the chance to read to Mrs. Meyers’s beloved collection of childhood Beanie Babies. 🧸💖

Each soft, squishy beanie made the perfect reading partner, quiet, patient, and full of stories themselves. What a magical way to celebrate a love of reading and build confidence in our youngest learners! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
3 days ago, CPS Communications
students with beanie babies
teachers with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
students with beanie babies
Our 5th graders had an amazing time participating in Cherokee Heritage Games with representatives from the Cherokee Nation! 🪶

Students learned how to play traditional Cherokee games, gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation for the rich culture and history of the Cherokee people. It was an engaging, hands-on experience that connected learning, heritage, and fun! ❤️🖤
4 days ago, CPS Communications
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
Students playing in the Cherokee Heritage Games at Roosa.
The Claremore Fire Department visited Westside Elementary to teach students about the importance of fire safety and they made it an unforgettable experience! 🔥🚒

Students learned all about fire trucks, the gear firefighters wear, and how they respond to emergencies. Through hands-on activities, they even practiced how to safely exit a house or building in case of a fire. 🧯🏠

To top it off, our kindergarteners got in on the fun with a shoot-the-hoop challenge for a chance to try on real firefighter gear and one lucky student nailed the shot! 🏀👨‍🚒

A huge thank-you to the Claremore Fire Department for keeping our community safe and inspiring our future heroes! ❤️
4 days ago, CPS Communications
Westside student sitting in firetruck
Westside student standing next to firetruck
Claremore Firefighters visiting Westside students
Claremore Firefighters visiting Westside students
Claremore Firefighters shooting hoops with Westside students
Claremore Firefighters shooting hoops with Westside students
Claremore Firefighters shooting hoops with Westside students
Claremore Firefighters shooting hoops with Westside students
Mrs. Simmonds’ students became little scientists as they explored how bird beaks help different species survive in the wild. Using various “beaks” (aka tools!), they tested which ones worked best to pick up different materials, just like Darwin’s finches! 🐦

This fun, hands-on lab helped them discover how adaptations help animals thrive in their environments. Science came to life right in the classroom!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
students using tools to mimic bird beaks
students using tools to mimic bird beaks
students using tools to mimic bird beaks
students using tools to mimic bird beaks
students using tools to mimic bird beaks
❤️Pouring Love into Education

This holiday season, add a little extra sweetness to your celebrations with Chick-fil-A sweet tea and lemonade. Chick-fil-A donates $2 to the Claremore Public School Foundation for every gallon you take home. Help us surpass last year's donation for classroom and teacher grants district-wide. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
4 days ago, CPS Communications
"A promotional flyer for the 'Gallons for Good' campaign benefitting the Claremore Public Schools Foundation. The center of the flyer shows a photo of gallon containers of Chick-fil-A tea and lemonade next to a stack of Chick-fil-A branded cups. The Chick-fil-A Claremore logo and address (664 S. Lynn Riggs Blvd, Claremore, OK 74017) are included, along with the phone number and website link."

🦃 CPS will be closed next week, November 24th - 28th, for Thanksgiving Break 🦃

In the spirit of Neal Maxwell’s famous quote - let’s count our blessings, but also make our blessings count.

💖 CPS is certainly counting each and every staff member, student, and family member among our blessings this year. We are thankful for the opportunity to serve you, your family, and our community.

We look forward to seeing students again on Monday, December 1st.

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE

4 days ago, CPS Communications
zebra mascot holding thanksgiving tray with turkey
Our 5th graders dove into the world of stormwater management right in the library! 🌧️📚

Through hands-on learning, students explored how stormwater is collected, managed, and protected — gaining a real understanding of the science and systems that help keep our community safe and sustainable.

It was a fun and interactive way to see science in action!🦓✨
7 days ago, CPS Communications
5th graders learning about storm water management
5th graders learning about storm water management
Claremont fourth graders were thrilled to visit the STEM Lab for the first time this year!

They explored, created, and collaborated, letting their curiosity for learning guide every experiment and idea. It’s always exciting to see their enthusiasm as they dive into problem-solving and discovery in such a fun, hands-on space! 🔬🤖

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
7 days ago, CPS Communications
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Claremont fourth graders visiting S.T.E.M lab for the first time.
Zebra Friday: Playoffs Edition💪🏼🏈📣 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
7 days ago, CPS Communications
football players
dancers
cheerleaders
band students
football player
wintergaurd
band students
football players
drum majors
football players
🏈 PLAYOFFS – ROUND 1 🏈

It’s win or go home, and the Zebras are not done yet.

📍 @ Coweta & Vs. Coweta
📆 Friday, November 14
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM

We’re hitting the road and bringing that Zebra fight to Round 1 of the OSSAA 5A Playoffs! Every down counts, every play matters, and our boys are ready to leave it all on the field.

Let’s pack the stands, bring the noise, and show Coweta what Zebra Pride looks like!
#CPSZebraPride | #PlayoffBound
7 days ago, CPS Communications
playoffs
Honoring Service Through Storytelling 🎖️

Westside Elementary GT students, 3rd through 5th-grade, had the privilege of hearing from Vietnam veteran Don McGuire, who shared stories from his time serving in the U.S. Army Military Police and the Air Force Security Police in the early 1970s.

Mr. McGuire spoke about using the military as a pathway to college, the importance of choosing friends wisely, and the value of giving back to the community. He also honored the memory of eight of his classmates from McLain High School, including two close friends, who were among the 50,000+ Americans who lost their lives in Vietnam.

We are incredibly thankful to Mr. Don McGuire for his service and for inspiring our students with his wisdom, courage, and heart.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #VeteransDay
8 days ago, CPS Communications
veteran with teacher
Veteran Don McGuire speaking
students listening to Veteran Don McGuire speak