Groundhog Day is here! 🦫✨
Our Catalayah Pre-K students have been busy making their Groundhog Day predictions and working hard along the way. As part of the fun, they created the cutest little groundhog crafts while learning about the tradition behind the day. 💛
Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow, or are we headed for an early spring? Either way, our Pre-K friends agree—Groundhog Day is all about learning, creativity, and a whole lot of fun at Catalayah!
Our Catalayah Pre-K students have been busy making their Groundhog Day predictions and working hard along the way. As part of the fun, they created the cutest little groundhog crafts while learning about the tradition behind the day. 💛
Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow, or are we headed for an early spring? Either way, our Pre-K friends agree—Groundhog Day is all about learning, creativity, and a whole lot of fun at Catalayah!
GCBDA ALL-DISTRICT JAZZ BAND CONCERT 🎷🎶
Our Zebras will be performing at the GCBDA All-District Jazz Band Concert, and we are so honored to have these students selected to participate. They’ve put in the work to earn this recognition, and we couldn’t be more proud!
Concert Info:
📍 @ Skiatook High School
📅 Friday, February 7
⏰ Concert Begins – 5:00 PM
🎟 Admission – Free to attend
Please join us in congratulating our students selected for the GCBDA All-District Jazz Band:
Jude Rinehart — Guitar
Micah Leipzig — 1st Alternate, Trumpet
Liam Sather — Drum Set
Kaylee Peters — Vibraphone
Bella Ramirez — 1st Alternate, Baritone Saxophone
Way to represent and show that #CPSZebraPride!
Our Zebras will be performing at the GCBDA All-District Jazz Band Concert, and we are so honored to have these students selected to participate. They’ve put in the work to earn this recognition, and we couldn’t be more proud!
Concert Info:
📍 @ Skiatook High School
📅 Friday, February 7
⏰ Concert Begins – 5:00 PM
🎟 Admission – Free to attend
Please join us in congratulating our students selected for the GCBDA All-District Jazz Band:
Jude Rinehart — Guitar
Micah Leipzig — 1st Alternate, Trumpet
Liam Sather — Drum Set
Kaylee Peters — Vibraphone
Bella Ramirez — 1st Alternate, Baritone Saxophone
Way to represent and show that #CPSZebraPride!
🔬 From Snout to Tail: Biomedical Students Dive Into Dissection
Students in Biomedical Innovations began an in-depth fetal pig dissection, applying their scientific knowledge to explore anatomy in action.
Through this immersive lab, they:
🧠 Identified major body systems
👩🔬 Practiced precise dissection techniques
🔁 Compared pig and human anatomical structures
🤝 Collaborated to analyze form and function
This experience deepened their understanding of biological systems while reinforcing the technical and analytical skills vital in biomedical and health science careers.
#CPSZebraPride
🤼♂️ SENIOR NIGHT — WRESTLING EDITION 🦓
Tuesday, January 21 | HOME vs. Verdigris | 6:00 PM
Tonight, we honor our Zebra Wrestling Seniors as they take the mat one last time at home!
These athletes have poured years of sweat, grit, and determination into this program. Let’s pack the gym and give them the kind of sendoff they’ve earned!
🎉 Senior Night Ceremony starts at 6:00pm
📍 Claremore High School
🕕 Dual vs. Verdigris begins after
Let’s make it LOUD and proud for these seniors!
#ZebraWrestling | #SeniorNight | #CPSZebraPride
Tuesday, January 21 | HOME vs. Verdigris | 6:00 PM
Tonight, we honor our Zebra Wrestling Seniors as they take the mat one last time at home!
These athletes have poured years of sweat, grit, and determination into this program. Let’s pack the gym and give them the kind of sendoff they’ve earned!
🎉 Senior Night Ceremony starts at 6:00pm
📍 Claremore High School
🕕 Dual vs. Verdigris begins after
Let’s make it LOUD and proud for these seniors!
#ZebraWrestling | #SeniorNight | #CPSZebraPride
At Roosa, Mrs. Rumsey’s kindergarteners turned “snow” play into a learning moment! ⛄❄️
Building snowmen sparked creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning, all while having a blast.
#RoosaRocks #CPSZebraPride 🦓
Building snowmen sparked creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning, all while having a blast.
#RoosaRocks #CPSZebraPride 🦓
SAVE THE DATE 🏀
Highway 20 Rivalry is Back for Basketball
📅February 7th
🕕6:00 PM
Sponsored by Courtside Benefits Group
We need to fill the stand with #ZebraRed and #CPSZebraPride 🦓❤️
Highway 20 Rivalry is Back for Basketball
📅February 7th
🕕6:00 PM
Sponsored by Courtside Benefits Group
We need to fill the stand with #ZebraRed and #CPSZebraPride 🦓❤️
GCBDA ALL-DISTRICT HONOR BAND CONCERT 🎷🎶
We’re proud to announce that our Zebras will be performing with the GCBDA ALL-DISTRICT HONOR BAND right here in Claremore! Being selected for an All-District Honor Band is no small feat, and these students have earned every bit of this recognition through their talent and hard work.
Concert Info:
📍 @ Robson Performing Arts Center
📅 Saturday, January 31
⏰ Concert Begins – 3:00 PM
🎟 Admission – Free to attend
We are incredibly proud of the musicians these students are becoming and the way they represent our schools, our community, and our tradition of excellence. Their passion, discipline, and teamwork are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we can’t wait for our community to come out and support them.
Great job, Zebras!
We’re proud to announce that our Zebras will be performing with the GCBDA ALL-DISTRICT HONOR BAND right here in Claremore! Being selected for an All-District Honor Band is no small feat, and these students have earned every bit of this recognition through their talent and hard work.
Concert Info:
📍 @ Robson Performing Arts Center
📅 Saturday, January 31
⏰ Concert Begins – 3:00 PM
🎟 Admission – Free to attend
We are incredibly proud of the musicians these students are becoming and the way they represent our schools, our community, and our tradition of excellence. Their passion, discipline, and teamwork are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we can’t wait for our community to come out and support them.
Great job, Zebras!
🏆 WRESTLING WEEKEND — TOURNAMENT TIME! 🦓
It’s a big weekend for Zebra Wrestling as both squads hit the road for tournament action!
🤼♂️ Varsity Boys
📍 Pryor Tournament
📆 Friday, January 30
🤼♀️ Varsity Girls
📍 Sand Springs Tournament
📆 Friday–Saturday, January 30–31
With postseason on the horizon, every match counts. Let’s go make a statement on the mat, Zebras!
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
It’s a big weekend for Zebra Wrestling as both squads hit the road for tournament action!
🤼♂️ Varsity Boys
📍 Pryor Tournament
📆 Friday, January 30
🤼♀️ Varsity Girls
📍 Sand Springs Tournament
📆 Friday–Saturday, January 30–31
With postseason on the horizon, every match counts. Let’s go make a statement on the mat, Zebras!
#ZebraWrestling | #CPSZebraPride
Zebra Fri-yay🦓💪🏼 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Our high school band had the incredible opportunity to perform at the OkMEA Conference before the weather moved in, and what an honor it was. Getting the opportunity to perform at this conference is a recognition of excellence, dedication, and countless hours of preparation and our students truly rose to the occasion.
These musicians have worked tirelessly through rehearsals, practices, and performances, all leading up to this moment. Getting the chance to take the stage made every early morning, late night, and extra rehearsal worth it.
While the remainder of the conference was unfortunately canceled due to weather, that does not take away from what our band students accomplished. Their commitment, resilience, and passion for music deserve to be celebrated. We are so proud of each student for the effort they put in to reach this level, and we are excited to see (and hear) where their talent and hard work take them next.
This is Zebra Pride in action. 🦓🎶
These musicians have worked tirelessly through rehearsals, practices, and performances, all leading up to this moment. Getting the chance to take the stage made every early morning, late night, and extra rehearsal worth it.
While the remainder of the conference was unfortunately canceled due to weather, that does not take away from what our band students accomplished. Their commitment, resilience, and passion for music deserve to be celebrated. We are so proud of each student for the effort they put in to reach this level, and we are excited to see (and hear) where their talent and hard work take them next.
This is Zebra Pride in action. 🦓🎶
🎉 Congratulations to Gunner Murray on 100 Varsity Wins! 🏅
Reaching 100 varsity wins is no small feat, it takes training and competition. This milestone reflects his dedication and achievement.
Way to go, Gunner! Your Zebra community is proud of your hard work and determination!
#100Wins #ZebraWrestling #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Reaching 100 varsity wins is no small feat, it takes training and competition. This milestone reflects his dedication and achievement.
Way to go, Gunner! Your Zebra community is proud of your hard work and determination!
#100Wins #ZebraWrestling #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Less than, greater than, EQUAL to… CHOMP! 🐊
Our alligator helpers made comparing numbers fun, simple, and easy to remember.
#CPSZebraPride
Books + creativity + snow = magic ❄️📖
After an Iroquois fable about Rabbit and the snow, students learned that patience pays off, especially when winter shows up right on cue.
#cpszebrapride
Snow much fun ❄️❄️❄️
Three snow days in and our Zebras are making the most of it! Sledding, snowmen, cozy vibes—we want to see it all.
📸 Drop your snow day photos in the comments below! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Wednesdays are usually Chef Ryan exhibition days for our high school students… but thanks to the snow day, we’re all trading the cafeteria for the couch today.
We hope everyone is staying warm, safe, and well-fed at home!
Since we’re missing out on today’s exhibition, we want to know, did anyone cook up something delicious or try a fun new comfort food while snowed in?
We hope everyone is staying warm, safe, and well-fed at home!
Since we’re missing out on today’s exhibition, we want to know, did anyone cook up something delicious or try a fun new comfort food while snowed in?
New Baby Zebra Alert - x2! 💙💙
Mrs. Shaye Watson and her husband (Trey) welcomed TWO new additions to their family this past week!
On January 21st, Charles Andrew "Drew" Watson (R) made his grand entrance at 11:15 a.m., weighing 5 lbs 10 oz and measuring 18.5 inches long, followed by his twin brother 6 minutes later, Cal Alexander Watson (L), at 11:21 a.m., weighing 6 lbs and measuring 18.25 inches long.
Big sister Kennedy is already smitten and ready to show her little brothers the ropes of being a part of a Zebra Dazzle. Mrs. Watson is a teacher at Roosa Elementary, and both she and her husband are Zebra alums.
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 + 💙💙That's 7 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043 #cpszebrapride
Mrs. Shaye Watson and her husband (Trey) welcomed TWO new additions to their family this past week!
On January 21st, Charles Andrew "Drew" Watson (R) made his grand entrance at 11:15 a.m., weighing 5 lbs 10 oz and measuring 18.5 inches long, followed by his twin brother 6 minutes later, Cal Alexander Watson (L), at 11:21 a.m., weighing 6 lbs and measuring 18.25 inches long.
Big sister Kennedy is already smitten and ready to show her little brothers the ropes of being a part of a Zebra Dazzle. Mrs. Watson is a teacher at Roosa Elementary, and both she and her husband are Zebra alums.
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 + 💙💙That's 7 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043 #cpszebrapride
The Oklahoma Floodplain Managers Association (OFMA) hosts a statewide poster contest each year to help spread the important Turn Around, Don’t Drown® safety message. This year, more than 210 students from across Oklahoma participated, and only 13 posters were selected to be featured in the official OFMA calendar.
We are incredibly proud to share that Catalayah is home to two of those Top 13 posters.
Congratulations to Kaizleigh Hutchins and Addi Ennis for their outstanding artwork and powerful messages. Each student who participated in the contest earned a certificate, and we are grateful for the support of teachers, families, and staff who helped make this opportunity possible.
By working together to promote this life-saving message, our students are helping keep communities across Oklahoma safer. Way to represent Catalayah and Claremore Public Schools with creativity, purpose, and pride.
We are incredibly proud to share that Catalayah is home to two of those Top 13 posters.
Congratulations to Kaizleigh Hutchins and Addi Ennis for their outstanding artwork and powerful messages. Each student who participated in the contest earned a certificate, and we are grateful for the support of teachers, families, and staff who helped make this opportunity possible.
By working together to promote this life-saving message, our students are helping keep communities across Oklahoma safer. Way to represent Catalayah and Claremore Public Schools with creativity, purpose, and pride.
Our Claremont 4th graders have loved their time in the STEM Lab with Ms. Cardwell! 🤖
Students jumped into hands-on activities that sparked curiosity, encouraged teamwork, and strengthened problem-solving skills while exploring science, technology, engineering, and math.
Introducing STEM at an early age helps students build confidence in critical thinking, ask thoughtful questions, and understand that learning often comes from trying, adjusting, and trying again. These experiences lay the foundation for future innovation and help students see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers.
We are so proud of the creativity, enthusiasm, and growth our Claremont students continue to show in STEM! 🦓💡
Students jumped into hands-on activities that sparked curiosity, encouraged teamwork, and strengthened problem-solving skills while exploring science, technology, engineering, and math.
Introducing STEM at an early age helps students build confidence in critical thinking, ask thoughtful questions, and understand that learning often comes from trying, adjusting, and trying again. These experiences lay the foundation for future innovation and help students see themselves as capable creators and problem-solvers.
We are so proud of the creativity, enthusiasm, and growth our Claremont students continue to show in STEM! 🦓💡
SNOW DAY - 1/28/26
While we always strive to keep schools open, safety remains our top priority. Tomorrow, January 28th, will be another snow day as CPS continues to ensure the streets, parking lots, and sidewalks are safe for all our staff and students.
This will be another official “snow day,” so be safe, stay warm, and create memories!
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
CPS after-school activities are canceled. Check your Rooms for updates from your coaches and advisors.
UPDATES
District leaders will continue to monitor the forecast and evaluate conditions, and decisions will be made on a day-by-day basis.
Updates will be on all CPS platforms (Website, Mobile App, Facebook, Twitter & Email) and local TV stations. Download the app on Android or iPhone. Make sure your contact information is up to date on your parent portal.
Make it “A Great Day To Be A Zebra.”
Students in Mrs. Perry’s junior high class got creative with DNA structure in the most delicious way possible! 🧬🍭
Using Twizzlers, marshmallows, and toothpicks, students built their own DNA strands while learning how each part fits together. Shout out to our teachers for finding creative, engaging ways to make learning fun and memorable, and yes, a little tasty too!
Science + snacks = a win for learning!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Using Twizzlers, marshmallows, and toothpicks, students built their own DNA strands while learning how each part fits together. Shout out to our teachers for finding creative, engaging ways to make learning fun and memorable, and yes, a little tasty too!
Science + snacks = a win for learning!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
