🦓❤️ CLASS OF 2001, YOU SHOWED UP!

The Class of 2001 came home to celebrate 25 years together, but they weren’t just here to reminisce. They came ready to make an impact.

After already funding six $1,000 scholarships for CHS seniors at this year’s Alumni Breakfast, the Class of 2001 had one more surprise. 👀

They presented ALL 13 scholarship recipients with an additional $1,001 EACH!

Why $1,001? A perfect tribute to the Class of ’01. ❤️

That surprise meant another $13,013 invested directly into the futures of our students, bringing the total awarded at this year’s Alumni Breakfast to an incredible $26,013! 🎓❤️

Class of 2001, you came home to celebrate your own Claremore story and helped write the next chapter for 13 current Zebras.

You showed the next generation what it means to carry your Zebra pride long after graduation and set an incredible example for the classes that will follow.

This is legacy. This is community. This is what it means to be a Zebra.

Once a Zebra, always a Zebra. ❤️🦓

#CPSZebraPride #ZebraHomecoming #ClassOf2001
about 11 hours ago, CPS Comms
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with members of the Class of 2001
🎓❤️ ZEBRAS INVESTING IN ZEBRAS 🦓

One of the best parts of Homecoming is welcoming our alumni home, but it’s even more special when they come home ready to invest in the Zebras who will follow them.

At this year’s Alumni Breakfast, 13 CHS seniors were each presented with $1,000 scholarships made possible by Zebra alumni and families who continue to give back.

❤️ The Burrows Family presented our first scholarship. David Burrows served for years as President of the Claremore Alumni Association and helped build the organization into what it is today. His sister is also a proud member of the Class of 1976.

❤️ The Classes of 1976, 1981, 1996, and 2006 funded scholarships through the generosity of classmates who wanted to invest in the next generation of Zebras.

❤️ Our 25-year Homecoming host class, the Class of 2001, funded six $1,000 scholarships.

That’s $13,000 in scholarships awarded to 13 CHS seniors, all because former Zebras chose to give back to the students following in their footsteps.

To the Burrows Family and the Classes of 1976, 1981, 1996, 2001, and 2006, THANK YOU for believing in our students and investing in their futures.

Once a Zebra, always a Zebra. ❤️🦓

#CPSZebraPride #ZebraHomecoming
about 11 hours ago, CPS Comms
CHS senior holding an Alumni Association scholarship certificate with an alumnus at the Homecoming Alumni Breakfast.
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with two members of the Class of 1976.
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with two members of the Class of 1976.
CHS senior holding an Alumni Association scholarship certificate with an alumnus.
CHS senior posing with a Class of 1996 representative after receiving an Alumni Association scholarship.
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with a Claremore alumna at the Homecoming Alumni Breakfast.
CHS senior holding a scholarship certificate with a Claremore alumna at the Homecoming Alumni Breakfast.
🪶❤️ HONORING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY 🦓

Did you know Claremore's roots run deep in Native American history?

Today, we celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people who helped shape our community and continue to make a difference for our students and families.

Our community's history is closely connected to the Osage and Cherokee Nations. From Chief Clermont, an Osage leader whose family is connected to our city's name, to Will Rogers, Lynn Riggs, Andy Payne, Chief Black Dog, and early Claremore educator Etta Scraper, these individuals have helped shape our community's history and heritage.

But their impact isn't just part of our history. It's part of who we are today!

❤️ We're especially grateful for the Cherokee Nation's continued partnership with Claremore Public Schools. Through educational funding, cultural learning experiences, support for school improvements, and investments in the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, the Cherokee Nation helps create opportunities for our students and staff.

Our Johnson-O'Malley (JOM) program also supports Native American students through educational resources, cultural enrichment, and opportunities to stay connected to their heritage.

And right here in Claremore, the Cherokee Nation continues to serve Native American families through its healthcare services and community programs.

🪶 Today, we honor the generations who came before us, celebrate the Indigenous students and families who are part of our Zebra family, and recognize the partnerships that continue to strengthen public education in our community.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay | #CPSZebraPride | #ZebraFamily
about 20 hours ago, CPS Comms
Red, gray, and white graphic honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day with geometric patterns and a Claremore Zebras logo.
Historical painting of an Osage leader beside a biography explaining his family's connection to Claremore's name.
Black-and-white portrait of Will Rogers beside text highlighting his Cherokee heritage and entertainment career.
Historical photograph of Cherokee Female Seminary students beside text about Etta Scraper's work as an early Claremore educator.
Historical painting of an Osage leader beside text describing Chief Black Dog's leadership and the Black Dog Trail.
Black-and-white portrait of Lynn Riggs beside text about his Cherokee ancestry and the play that inspired Oklahoma!
Black-and-white photograph of Andy Payne running beside text celebrating his victory in the 1928 transcontinental footrace.
🏐 ZEBRA VOLLEYBALL | REGIONAL GAME DAY 🦓

Postseason volleyball starts NOW! 🔥

Our Lady Zebras are hosting the 5A Regional Volleyball Tournament, and a trip to STATE is on the line! We need Zebra Nation to show up, get loud, and PACK THE GYM!

📅 Monday, October 12
🏆 5A Regional Tournament
📍 Doug Mosier Sports Complex | Claremore
🔴 FAN THEME: SEA OF RED

🏐 Game 1 | 4:30 PM
Claremore vs. Tahlequah

🏐 Game 2 | 6:00 PM
Coweta vs. Edison

🏆 Regional Championship | 7:30 PM
Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2

🎟️ Admission: $8 for students and adults
⚠️ No noisemakers permitted. Good sportsmanship is expected from all attendees.

Win the regional. Punch the ticket to STATE. 🏆

🔥 WEAR RED. GET LOUD. PACK THE GYM. LET'S GO, LADY ZEBRAS!

#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraVolleyball | #Postseason
about 20 hours ago, CPS Comms
Volleyball Regionals graphic with seniors poses

🎪 National School Lunch Week Is Coming to Town! 🎪

Step right up, elementary Zebras! National School Lunch Week is bringing the circus to our cafeterias with a week of fun, circus-inspired meals! 🎟️🍎

🎪 Monday: Highwire Chili Dog or Ringmaster’s Chicken Sandwich with Confetti Corn & Big Top Apple Slices
🤹 Tuesday: Acrobats Deli Box or Lion Tamer’s Loaded Nachos with Juggling Glazed Carrots & Circus Citrus Smiles
🎩 Wednesday: Magician’s Mac & Cheese or Trapeze Pepperoni Pizza with Ring of Fire Broccoli & Tightrope Grapes
🍂 Thursday & Friday: FALL BREAK — NO SCHOOL!

Please note: This special circus-themed menu is for elementary students only. Secondary students will have a different menu; check the CPS website for meal options at https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1081/Cps/179a2ce0-15bb-435f-aecb-90317e6f944f/October-2026-Menu.pdf?disposition=inline

Three days of circus fun, then it’s time to head into Fall Break! 🎪➡️🍂

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #NationalSchoolLunchWeek

1 day ago, CPS Comms
Cafeteria staff with pirate hats
🍁 REMINDER - FALL BREAK IS THIS THURSDAY & FRIDAY🍁

CPS will be closed for FALL BREAK on October 15 & 16, 2026.

Enjoy the time with your family, make a memory, and we will see you on Monday.
1 day ago, CPS Communications
Zebra logo "CPS Closed"
🎉🦓 HOMECOMING, FROM ONE GENERATION OF ZEBRAS TO THE NEXT!

One of the best parts of Homecoming is seeing Zebra Nation come together. Our freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes brought the creativity and school spirit with their class floats, and the Class of 2027 took home this year’s float contest win! 🏆👏

A HUGE shoutout to our alumni, too! The Classes of 1976, 1986, and 2001 came home ready to celebrate, build floats, and prove that Zebra Pride definitely doesn’t end at graduation. A special thank you to this year’s host class, the Class of 2001, for judging the student float contest, and to RCB Bank for sponsoring the contest!

We also loved having the Claremore Public Schools Foundation join the parade with our Teacher of the Year!

Different classes. Different generations. One Zebra Nation. 🦓❤️

#CPSZebraPride #WeAreTheChange #HoCo2026 #ZebraNation
3 days ago, CPS Comms
Senior class members pose with their Homecoming float.
Class of 2001 alumni pose with their Homecoming float.
Junior class members pose with their Homecoming float.
Class of 1976 alumni pose with their Homecoming float.
Sophomore class members pose with their Homecoming float.
Class of 1986 alumni pose with their Homecoming float.
Freshman class members pose with their Homecoming float.
CPS Foundation members and the Teacher of the Year pose with their Homecoming float.
👀 Psst… our SROs are watching!

Claremore SROs are keeping an extra eye on our school zones, and they might be in places you don’t expect!

In a box? Apparently so. 📦😂
Behind a tree? Maybe. 🌳
Behind a sign? Possibly. 👀

The hiding spots may be funny, but the reason behind them is important. Slow down and stay alert in our school zones. The few seconds you save by speeding aren’t worth putting your child or someone else’s at risk.

So watch that speedometer and slow your roll! 🐢

Slow down. Stay alert. Keep ALL our kids safe. ❤️🦓

#CPSZebraPride #WeAreTheChange
4 days ago, CPS Comms
Two Claremore SROs sit inside a large cardboard box while monitoring the school zone.
A Claremore SRO hides behind a tree near a school zone speed limit sign.
A Claremore SRO hides behind a utility pole near a school zone speed limit sign.
The seniors are kinda a big deal today! 😎🎓

It's ZEBRA FRIDAY: SENIOR NIGHT! 🦓

#CPSZebraPride
4 days ago, CPS Comms
Five Zebra football players pose in red uniforms and helmets.
Student wearing a gold crown poses with a scooter during Homecoming.
Three dancers in red and white spirit wear strike playful poses.
Three band members pose in a stacked formation in front of red curtains.
Football player crowns the Homecoming queen on the field.
Four Zebra cheerleaders jump together in red uniforms.
Three student athletic training aides pose together in gray polos.
Students cheer with Bryan Frazier during a school spirit event at Lantow Field.
Two color guard members pose with flags in front of red curtains.
🏈 ZEBRA FOOTBALL | GAME DAY & SENIOR NIGHT 🦓

Friday night is for our seniors! ❤️

Tonight, the Zebras take on Tahlequah at Lantow, but this one is about more than the game. It’s a chance to celebrate the seniors who have given their time, talent, and heart to the Friday Night Lights experience.

We’ll recognize our seniors from football, cheer, band, color guard, dance, and Student Athletic Training Aides during pregame and halftime. From the field and sidelines to the stands and performances, each has played a part in making Friday nights at Lantow special.

And don’t forget, Lantow is going PINK! 🩷 Wear pink as we stand together in support of those who have fought cancer, those still fighting, and ZUAC, Zebras United Against Cancer.

📅 Friday, October 9
🆚 Tahlequah
📍 Home | Lantow Field
🩷 Pink Out
🎓 Senior Night Pregame | 6:20 PM
🏈 Kickoff | 7:00 PM
🎓 Senior Recognition | Halftime

✨ The night doesn’t end when the game does! Stick around after the game for the Pride of Claremore Glow Show!

🔥 Wear pink. Show up. Show out. Celebrate our seniors. Let’s go, Zebras!

#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraFootball | #SeniorNight | #PinkOut
4 days ago, CPS Comms
Senior Football players on senior night graphic
Senior Cheerleaders on senior night graphic
Senior Band members on senior night graphic
Senior Dance member on senior night graphic
Senior Athletic Training Student Aides on senior night graphic
🩷 LANTOW GOES PINK | FRIDAY NIGHT 🦓

Tomorrow night, we’re asking everyone to wear PINK. 🩷

Pink Out is about more than a color. It’s a night to stand together for those who have fought cancer, those who are still fighting, and the families, friends, and caregivers who have walked alongside them.

It’s also an opportunity to support ZUAC, Zebras United Against Cancer, and its mission to help Claremore Public Schools students and staff who are currently battling cancer.

These photos from last year are a reminder of what happens when our Zebra community rallies around a cause. This year may look a little different as we also celebrate Senior Night, but the purpose remains the same.

🩷 Wear pink. Fill Lantow. Stand together.

📅 Friday, October 9
🏈 Claremore vs. Tahlequah | 7:00 PM
🎓 Senior Night | Pregame & Halftime
🩷 PINK OUT

Tomorrow night, we cheer for our Zebras, celebrate our seniors, and stand with those fighting a much bigger fight.

#CPSZebraPride | #PinkOut | #ZUAC
4 days ago, CPS Comms
Student Section dressed in pink pose together at Lantow Field during Pink Out.
Zebra Dance performs in pink shirts during Pink Out.
Color guard performs with a large pink flag during Pink Out.
Cheerleaders dressed in pink pose together at Lantow Field.
Pink Out honorees ride motorcycles across Lantow Field.
Football players gather at midfield for coin-toss with a Pink Out honoree.
Zebra Band performs with pink plumes during Pink Out.
Zebra football players walk across the field during Pink Out.
CYFA and Zebra cheerleaders perform a stunt with pink pom-poms during Pink Out.
Zebra Dance team dressed in pink pose together on the sideline.
🎉🦓 CLAREMONT UNDERSTOOD THE HOMECOMING ASSIGNMENT!

Our Zebras showed up BIG for Homecoming Spirit Week! From getting cozy for PJ Day and repping their favorite teams for College GameDay to crazy colors, mismatched outfits, and wild looks for Wacky Wednesday, Claremont brought the spirit all week long!

We loved seeing our students and staff have fun, get creative, and make the most of Homecoming Week. And a shoutout to the parents who helped make those spirit-day outfits happen! We know some of these looks took a little planning. 😉

Way to show that Zebra spirit, Claremont!

#CPSZebraPride #HoCo2026 #WeAreTheChange
5 days ago, CPS Comms
Three students dressed in pajamas on the playground.
Three students dressed in pajamas for spirit day.
Two students wearing pajamas at school.
Two students wearing Oklahoma City Thunder gear.
Two students dressed in college team gear.
A group of students wearing OU gear for spirit day.
Three students showing off their college team gear.
Five students posing in fun, wacky outfits.
Four students dressed in colorful, mismatched outfits.
Students showing off their wacky outfits and hairstyles.
🫧🎉 FOAM, FRIENDS & FALL FUN!

Roosa PTO’s Fall Festival was packed with fun, and the Foam Cannon was definitely a favorite! Just look at those smiles! 🤩

Beautiful weather, great food, games, friends, and plenty of memories made along the way. ❤️🤍

A huge thank you to Roosa PTO and everyone who helped make the Fall Festival such a fun day for our Roosa families!

#RoosaRocks #CPSZebraPride
5 days ago, CPS Comms
Students laugh and play in foam during Roosa PTO’s Fall Festival.
A student covered in foam smiles and holds his hands toward the camera.
Students play as the foam cannon fills the lawn with bubbles.
Students run and play through piles of foam at the Fall Festival.
🎨 60 Seconds. One Word. One Icon.

Graphic Design II students put their visual communication skills to the test, creating clear, recognizable icons from a single keyword in just 60 seconds!

From “camera” to “chaos,” students practiced simplifying ideas, thinking creatively, and designing with purpose- all essential skills in logo and identity design.
5 days ago, CPS Communications
Student drawing on paper
Student drawing on a white board
Student drawing icons on the wall
icons drawings on the wall

🎉 A LITTLE HOMECOMING HYPE WITH OUR FUTURE CHS ZEBRAS! 🦓❤️

We had so much fun bringing a little Homecoming excitement to Will Rogers Junior High, and these Zebras brought the energy! The cheers, the school spirit, and the excitement from the entire JH made this one fun assembly. 🙌🔥

WRJH STUCO joined our CHS students to help get everyone hyped, and they definitely didn’t disappoint! It was also a great opportunity for our junior high leaders to learn from CHS STUCO about leadership, school spirit, and building a strong student council.

We loved giving our JH Zebras a glimpse of what they have to look forward to at CHS, but judging by the spirit they already have, they’ll fit right in. 😉🦓

📸Photo Credits: Intern Avery Davis

#CPSZebraPride #WeAreTheChange #HoCo2026

6 days ago, CPS Comms
Students cheer with pom-poms during the WRJH Homecoming assembly
Students in red tutus cheer alongside the Zebra mascot.
WRJH students show their school spirit from the stands.
WRJH students cheer and clap from the stands.
WRJH students pose with the Zebra mascot during the Homecoming assembly.
WRJH students cheer from the stands during the Homecoming assembly.
WRJH students clap and cheer during the Homecoming assembly.
🐄🥛 LEARNING GOT A LITTLE MOOOORE HANDS-ON AT CATALAYAH!

The Southwest Dairy Farmers Mobile Dairy Classroom stopped by Catalayah, giving our students an up-close look at dairy farming! ❤️🦓

Students learned how cows are milked, where our milk comes from, and why dairy is an important part of a healthy diet. They even got to see a LIVE milking demonstration with Cheryl the Cow! 🐄🥛

A big thank you to Suzie and Cheryl for bringing this fun learning experience to our students, and to Mrs. McCaw for making the visit possible!

We love seeing learning come to life, especially when it comes with four legs and a MOOOO! 😂🐄

Thank you, Southwest Dairy Farmers, for an udderly fun day at Catalayah! ❤️🥛

#CPSZebraPride #WeAreTheChange
6 days ago, CPS Comms
Students learn about dairy farming and how cows are milked.
Suzie poses with the Southwest Dairy Farmers Mobile Dairy Classroom.
Catalayah students gather for the Mobile Dairy Classroom presentation.
Catalayah students sit together during the Mobile Dairy Classroom presentation.
Catalayah staff pose with Cheryl the Cow and the Mobile Dairy Classroom.
Students watch Suzie present with Cheryl the Cow.
Students watch a dairy farming demonstration with Cheryl the Cow.
🏈💯 100 CAREER WINS!

There’s something pretty special about earning your 100th career win on Homecoming night at Lantow Field. ❤️🤍

Congratulations to Head Football Coach Jarrett Hurt on reaching this incredible career milestone!

Coach Hurt has spent nearly two decades on the Claremore sideline, first serving eight years as defensive coordinator before taking over as head coach in 2016. Under his leadership, the Zebras have become a consistent playoff contender while generations of student-athletes have learned, competed, and grown under his direction.

One hundred wins represent a lot more than Friday night scores. They represent years of practices, preparation, relationships, and commitment to Zebra Football.

And we can’t think of a better place to celebrate 100 career wins than at home, on Homecoming. 🦓

Congratulations, Coach Hurt! 100 WINS and counting! 💯🏈

#CPSZebraPride #ZebraFootball #WeAreTheChange
6 days ago, CPS Comms
Coach Hurt celebrates his 100th career win with his family.
Coach Hurt hugs Superintendent Bryan Frazier after earning his 100th career win.
Coach Hurt celebrates his 100th career win surrounded by family, friends, and supporters.
Mr. Borntreger’s students were learning by doing. Students applied their understanding of volume and surface area by measuring the length, width, and height of different prism objects. They worked together as a team, rotated through stations, and put their math skills into action.

Math is always more fun when you can get on your feet, move around, work with classmates, and see how the math works with real objects.
7 days ago, CPS Communications
Student with calculator
students working on math worksheet together
students working on math project
🥎 ZEBRA SOFTBALL | REGIONAL GAME DAY 🦓
Postseason softball starts NOW. 🔥

The Lady Zebras are on their home dirt tonight as they open Regional Tournament play against Coweta in a best-of-three series.

🥎 Game 1 | Tuesday, October 6 | 6:00 PM
🥎 Game 2 | Wednesday, October 7 | 4:00 PM
🥎 Game 3 | If Needed | Wednesday, October 7 | 6:00 PM

📍 Home
🆚 Coweta

🎟️ Admission: $9.40 online | $11 cash

⚠️ Dates and times are subject to change.

🔥 It’s Regional time. Pack the stands, bring the noise, and get behind our Lady Zebras!

#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoftball | #Postseason
7 days ago, CPS Comms
Claremore Lady Zebra softball players pose in uniform with softballs and gloves in front of a graphic that reads “Regionals.”
🏐 SENIOR MILESTONES! 🦓❤️🤍

Shoutout to these awesome Zebra Volleyball seniors who have been stacking up some BIG career milestones!

💪 Madison Godding | 500 digs
👏 Bella Hoisington | 100 blocks
🧱 Addison Doyle | 150 blocks • 200 blocks
🔥 Grace Baughman | 1,500 assists • 500 digs • 100 blocks • 150 aces • 200 aces

Those numbers represent a whole lot of practices, matches, hard work, and dedication to Zebra Volleyball. Congratulations, ladies, on some incredible career accomplishments! 🏐🔥

A special thank you to I Was At The Game for recognizing our athletes and celebrating their milestones with #OKPrepsClub stickers!

#CPSZebraPride #OKPreps #OKPrepsVolleyball #OKPrepsClubStickers
7 days ago, CPS Comms
Madison Godding holds her 500 career digs milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.
Grace Baughman holds her 1,500 career assists milestone sticker on the volleyball court.
Grace Baughman holds her 100 career blocks milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.
Addison Doyle holds her 150 career blocks milestone sticker in the CHS gym.
Grace Baughman holds her 500 career digs milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.
Bella Hoisington holds her 100 career blocks milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.
Grace Baughman holds her 200 career aces milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.
Grace Baughman holds her 150 career aces milestone sticker in the CHS gym.
Addison Doyle holds her 200 career blocks milestone sticker beside the volleyball net.