Claremore Students Shine at State!🏆
We are incredibly proud of our 16 Claremore students who qualified to compete at the state level across multiple events, including Chapter Team, Digital Photography, Tech Bowl, and Problem Solving. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly paid off!
Chapter Team Results:
State Champions 🥇: Lillian Doonkeen, Brooklynn England, Korben Fortna, Rosemary Jones, Gavin Owens, Christian Sather
State Runner-Up 🥈: Kenneth Bowlby, Eli Estrada, Ellis Fears, Aneeza Hasin, Preston Heide, Charlee Wilbanks
A big congratulations as well to Myer Schmidt, Nate Howard, Keagan Travis, and Camden Kimblern for qualifying and representing Claremore at the state level.
Even more exciting—the State Champion Chapter Team is headed to Nationals this June! 🇺🇸
We also want to recognize Korben Fortna for completing a successful term as TSA State Historian, representing Oklahoma with leadership and pride.
Your hard work has led to incredible achievements, and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next. Way to represent, Zebras! 🦓✨
We are incredibly proud of our 16 Claremore students who qualified to compete at the state level across multiple events, including Chapter Team, Digital Photography, Tech Bowl, and Problem Solving. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly paid off!
Chapter Team Results:
State Champions 🥇: Lillian Doonkeen, Brooklynn England, Korben Fortna, Rosemary Jones, Gavin Owens, Christian Sather
State Runner-Up 🥈: Kenneth Bowlby, Eli Estrada, Ellis Fears, Aneeza Hasin, Preston Heide, Charlee Wilbanks
A big congratulations as well to Myer Schmidt, Nate Howard, Keagan Travis, and Camden Kimblern for qualifying and representing Claremore at the state level.
Even more exciting—the State Champion Chapter Team is headed to Nationals this June! 🇺🇸
We also want to recognize Korben Fortna for completing a successful term as TSA State Historian, representing Oklahoma with leadership and pride.
Your hard work has led to incredible achievements, and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish next. Way to represent, Zebras! 🦓✨
Fine Arts Stays WINNING!
This summer, four of our incredibly talented students will attend the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain, a prestigious, immersive 2-week residential academy designed for Oklahoma’s most advanced high school artists.
This opportunity doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of years of dedication, growth, and hard work, and we couldn’t be more proud of these students for earning their place. Even more impressive, they’ve each received full-ride scholarships to attend.
While there, they’ll train in their chosen artistic disciplines alongside more than 230 top student artists from across the state, learning from professional, award-winning instructors and continuing to refine their craft.
Please join us in congratulating:
Paige Brower (12th grade)
Crow Bratt (12th grade)
Shayne Schornick (11th grade)
Izabella Contino (11th grade)
Your commitment to your art shows, and this achievement is so well deserved. We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish this summer and beyond! 🦓✨
This summer, four of our incredibly talented students will attend the Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute at Quartz Mountain, a prestigious, immersive 2-week residential academy designed for Oklahoma’s most advanced high school artists.
This opportunity doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of years of dedication, growth, and hard work, and we couldn’t be more proud of these students for earning their place. Even more impressive, they’ve each received full-ride scholarships to attend.
While there, they’ll train in their chosen artistic disciplines alongside more than 230 top student artists from across the state, learning from professional, award-winning instructors and continuing to refine their craft.
Please join us in congratulating:
Paige Brower (12th grade)
Crow Bratt (12th grade)
Shayne Schornick (11th grade)
Izabella Contino (11th grade)
Your commitment to your art shows, and this achievement is so well deserved. We can’t wait to see all that you accomplish this summer and beyond! 🦓✨
Claremore High School NJROTC cadets were proud to support our community during Senior Citizens Day, demonstrating outstanding service, teamwork, and enthusiasm from start to finish.
From setting up and serving meals to assisting with bingo and helping with cleanup, our cadets played a vital role in making the event a success. Their professionalism and work ethic did not go unnoticed, and they represented CHS in the best way possible.
A special thank you to our Color Guard: Silva, Allen, Smith, Weber, and Bodley.
Cadets recognized for volunteering: Moreno, Bodley, Smith, Allen, Edwards, Ramthun, Tipton, Charles, Weber, Templeton, and Harris.
We also extend our thanks to the event organizers and the Rogers County Coalition for Senior Citizens for hosting such a meaningful event.
Outstanding job, cadets—your commitment to service truly reflects the best of Claremore High School NJROTC! 🦓✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
From setting up and serving meals to assisting with bingo and helping with cleanup, our cadets played a vital role in making the event a success. Their professionalism and work ethic did not go unnoticed, and they represented CHS in the best way possible.
A special thank you to our Color Guard: Silva, Allen, Smith, Weber, and Bodley.
Cadets recognized for volunteering: Moreno, Bodley, Smith, Allen, Edwards, Ramthun, Tipton, Charles, Weber, Templeton, and Harris.
We also extend our thanks to the event organizers and the Rogers County Coalition for Senior Citizens for hosting such a meaningful event.
Outstanding job, cadets—your commitment to service truly reflects the best of Claremore High School NJROTC! 🦓✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
⚽ ZEBRA SOCCER | SENIOR NIGHT 🦓🎓
One more night on the home pitch as we celebrate our seniors.
📅 Friday, April 17
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
🎓 Senior Night
⏰ Varsity Girls – 5:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 7:00 PM
Join us as we honor the players who’ve given their time, effort, and leadership to the program. Let’s pack the stands and send them out the right way.
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoccer ⚽🦓
One more night on the home pitch as we celebrate our seniors.
📅 Friday, April 17
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
🎓 Senior Night
⏰ Varsity Girls – 5:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 7:00 PM
Join us as we honor the players who’ve given their time, effort, and leadership to the program. Let’s pack the stands and send them out the right way.
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoccer ⚽🦓
Zebra Fridayyyy🦓💗 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
FOOTLOOSE IS NEXT WEEK!🎶
Get ready to cut loose, Claremore! This show is bringing the energy, the talent, and ALL the fun! 💃🕺
Our students have been putting in months of hard work, late rehearsals, and nonstop dedication to make this performance unforgettable—and they are READY to take the stage!
Trust us… you’re going to be dancing in your seat and leaving with a smile.
Grab your tickets before they’re gone!
Ticket Price: $15 for Adults | $10 for Students and Seniors (65+) | FREE for kids 6 and under.
Buy Tickets Here: https://robsonpac.simpletix.com/
Dates: April 23-25
Time: 7:30-10:30pm
Location: Robson PAC
Get ready to cut loose, Claremore! This show is bringing the energy, the talent, and ALL the fun! 💃🕺
Our students have been putting in months of hard work, late rehearsals, and nonstop dedication to make this performance unforgettable—and they are READY to take the stage!
Trust us… you’re going to be dancing in your seat and leaving with a smile.
Grab your tickets before they’re gone!
Ticket Price: $15 for Adults | $10 for Students and Seniors (65+) | FREE for kids 6 and under.
Buy Tickets Here: https://robsonpac.simpletix.com/
Dates: April 23-25
Time: 7:30-10:30pm
Location: Robson PAC
🏃♀️🏃♂️ ZEBRA TRACK & FIELD | MEET DAY 🦓
The Zebras are back in action, competing at Booker T. Washington.
📅 Thursday, April 16
📍 Booker T. Washington
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Meet times and schedules can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTrack 🦓🏃♀️🏃♂️
The Zebras are back in action, competing at Booker T. Washington.
📅 Thursday, April 16
📍 Booker T. Washington
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Meet times and schedules can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTrack 🦓🏃♀️🏃♂️
🎾 ZEBRA TENNIS | TOURNAMENT RECAP 🦓
Claremore Varsity Tennis competed in the Metro Conference Lakes Tournament at LaFortune Park, putting together a full day of competitive matches and strong finishes across the board.
The boys squad delivered consistent performances, earning 3rd place finishes in every division:
🥉 1 Singles – Luke Wickham
🥉 2 Singles – Mackinley Sisovsky
🥉 1 Doubles – Kaden Salcido & Wyatt Singer
🥉 2 Doubles – Cooper Young & Cash Eubanks
The Lady Zebras also had a solid showing on the courts:
🥉 1 Singles – Mae Foster
🥉 2 Singles – Lluvia Diaz Madrigal
A great day of tennis and a strong effort from both programs. Proud of the way these athletes competed and represented Claremore.
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
Claremore Varsity Tennis competed in the Metro Conference Lakes Tournament at LaFortune Park, putting together a full day of competitive matches and strong finishes across the board.
The boys squad delivered consistent performances, earning 3rd place finishes in every division:
🥉 1 Singles – Luke Wickham
🥉 2 Singles – Mackinley Sisovsky
🥉 1 Doubles – Kaden Salcido & Wyatt Singer
🥉 2 Doubles – Cooper Young & Cash Eubanks
The Lady Zebras also had a solid showing on the courts:
🥉 1 Singles – Mae Foster
🥉 2 Singles – Lluvia Diaz Madrigal
A great day of tennis and a strong effort from both programs. Proud of the way these athletes competed and represented Claremore.
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
Last week's try-day brought some mixed reviews and we LOVE to see it! Chef Ryan introduced students to jicama with cinnamon sugar, a sweet, crunchy treat that definitely got people talking.
Some students loved it 🤩
Some thought it was… interesting 🤔
And some said “no thanks” real quick 😂
But here’s the best part, they tried it!
That’s what Try Day is all about! It’s not about loving every bite, it’s about being open to new experiences, exploring different flavors, and stepping outside your comfort zone. Who knows? You might just find a new favorite where you least expect it.
We’re so proud of our students for being curious, brave, and willing to give something new a chance, both in food and in life. 🦓💛
Some students loved it 🤩
Some thought it was… interesting 🤔
And some said “no thanks” real quick 😂
But here’s the best part, they tried it!
That’s what Try Day is all about! It’s not about loving every bite, it’s about being open to new experiences, exploring different flavors, and stepping outside your comfort zone. Who knows? You might just find a new favorite where you least expect it.
We’re so proud of our students for being curious, brave, and willing to give something new a chance, both in food and in life. 🦓💛
We had the privilege of hosting several schools, from 3A to 6A districts, last week for the Claremore Jazz Festival, and it was an incredible day of music and collaboration.
This event gave jazz bands the opportunity to perform for judges and receive valuable feedback as they prepare for State; an important step in their growth as musicians.
A big thank you to the staff at the Robson Performing Arts Center for helping make the event run smoothly, to our amazing Claremore jazz students who assisted with check-ins and announcements, and to our judges for sharing their time, expertise, and valuable feedback with every group.
Now it’s our turn! Our students will take the stage this week at the Oologah Jazz Festival, and we can’t wait to see them shine! 🦓🎷✨
#cpszebrapride
This event gave jazz bands the opportunity to perform for judges and receive valuable feedback as they prepare for State; an important step in their growth as musicians.
A big thank you to the staff at the Robson Performing Arts Center for helping make the event run smoothly, to our amazing Claremore jazz students who assisted with check-ins and announcements, and to our judges for sharing their time, expertise, and valuable feedback with every group.
Now it’s our turn! Our students will take the stage this week at the Oologah Jazz Festival, and we can’t wait to see them shine! 🦓🎷✨
#cpszebrapride
⛳ LADY ZEBRA GOLF | CONFERENCE DAY 🦓
The Lady Zebras take on the course for the Conference Tournament.
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 Shangri-La
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
The Lady Zebras take on the course for the Conference Tournament.
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 Shangri-La
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
Prom 2026 ✨
Claremore understood the assignment.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
⚽ ZEBRA SOCCER | GAME WEEK 🦓
Road match to start the week, then back home Friday night for Senior Night.
📅 CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED - April 16th
🆚 Midwest City
📍 Away
⏰ Varsity Girls – 4:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 5:30 PM
📅 Friday, April 17
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
🎓 Senior Night
⏰ Varsity Girls – 6:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 8:00 PM
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoccer ⚽🦓
⛳ ZEBRA BOYS GOLF | GAME WEEK 🦓
The Zebras are back on the course with back-to-back events, including conference play.
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🏟 Grove High School Event
📍 Patricia Island Golf Course
🕘 All Day
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 Shangri-La
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
The Zebras are back on the course with back-to-back events, including conference play.
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🏟 Grove High School Event
📍 Patricia Island Golf Course
🕘 All Day
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 Shangri-La
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
CONCERT BAND — HEADED TO STATE! 🎶
Our CHS Concert Band is headed to the OSSAA State Stage! These musicians have worked hard all year to earn this opportunity, and we’re excited to see them perform on the big stage. Their dedication, discipline, and passion for music are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we couldn’t be more proud.
Event Info:
📍 @ Jenks PAC
📅 April 14
⏰ Performance – 2:30 PM
Best of luck to our Concert Band—go represent, Zebras! 🖤🤍🎶
Our CHS Concert Band is headed to the OSSAA State Stage! These musicians have worked hard all year to earn this opportunity, and we’re excited to see them perform on the big stage. Their dedication, discipline, and passion for music are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we couldn’t be more proud.
Event Info:
📍 @ Jenks PAC
📅 April 14
⏰ Performance – 2:30 PM
Best of luck to our Concert Band—go represent, Zebras! 🖤🤍🎶
🎾 ZEBRA TENNIS | SENIOR NIGHT 🦓🎓
Tonight, we celebrate our seniors as the Zebras take the court at home.
📅 Senior Night
🆚 Grove
📍 Home
Join us as we honor the players who have invested time, effort, and leadership into the program. One more night on the home courts.
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
Tonight, we celebrate our seniors as the Zebras take the court at home.
📅 Senior Night
🆚 Grove
📍 Home
Join us as we honor the players who have invested time, effort, and leadership into the program. One more night on the home courts.
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
Join us in celebrating Claremore High School junior Michael Rogers, who has qualified for the Speech and Debate State Competition in Monologue during just his second year in the program!
In this event, Michael performs both a comedic and a dramatic piece, complete with an original introduction, all within a six-minute time limit using only a chair and his talent.
Michael has already made his mark on the stage this year, performing as "Badger" in Wind in the Willows, "Mr. Wilson" in Harvey, and currently rehearsing as "Coach" in Footloose: The Musical. His dedication to performance doesn’t stop there. Next year, he’ll step into a leadership role as co-president of the Improv Club.
We are incredibly proud of Michael’s hard work, growth, and commitment to his craft. Best of luck at State, we’ll be cheering you on! 🦓👏
In this event, Michael performs both a comedic and a dramatic piece, complete with an original introduction, all within a six-minute time limit using only a chair and his talent.
Michael has already made his mark on the stage this year, performing as "Badger" in Wind in the Willows, "Mr. Wilson" in Harvey, and currently rehearsing as "Coach" in Footloose: The Musical. His dedication to performance doesn’t stop there. Next year, he’ll step into a leadership role as co-president of the Improv Club.
We are incredibly proud of Michael’s hard work, growth, and commitment to his craft. Best of luck at State, we’ll be cheering you on! 🦓👏
Serving Community, Honoring Tradition
In March, Claremore NJROTC cadets had the honor of supporting the annual Wild Onion Feast at Claremore First Methodist Church.
Cadets worked both behind the scenes in the kitchen and out front serving guests, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a strong commitment to serving their community.
The Wild Onion Feast is more than just a meal, it is a longstanding Cherokee tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring and brings communities together. For generations, these gatherings have also helped raise funds for important causes, including scholarships for students.
Guests enjoyed traditional foods like wild onions with eggs, beans, and fry bread, while also participating in raffles and auctions featuring handcrafted Cherokee items. Events like this not only preserve cultural heritage but also support future opportunities for students.
We are proud of our cadets for being part of such a meaningful event, one that reflects service, respect for culture, and community partnership.
Bravo Zulu, Cadets! 🦓
In March, Claremore NJROTC cadets had the honor of supporting the annual Wild Onion Feast at Claremore First Methodist Church.
Cadets worked both behind the scenes in the kitchen and out front serving guests, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a strong commitment to serving their community.
The Wild Onion Feast is more than just a meal, it is a longstanding Cherokee tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring and brings communities together. For generations, these gatherings have also helped raise funds for important causes, including scholarships for students.
Guests enjoyed traditional foods like wild onions with eggs, beans, and fry bread, while also participating in raffles and auctions featuring handcrafted Cherokee items. Events like this not only preserve cultural heritage but also support future opportunities for students.
We are proud of our cadets for being part of such a meaningful event, one that reflects service, respect for culture, and community partnership.
Bravo Zulu, Cadets! 🦓
⚾ ZEBRA BASEBALL | GAME WEEK 🦓
The Zebras are back with a rivalry matchup at home and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 13
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
⏰ 5:00pm
🌭First 40 Claremore Fans wearing Zebra Gear get a free hot dog meal!
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🆚 Pryor
📍 Away
⏰ 5:00pm
📅 April 16–18
🏟 McAlester Shootout
📍 McAlester
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
The Zebras are back with a rivalry matchup at home and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 13
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
⏰ 5:00pm
🌭First 40 Claremore Fans wearing Zebra Gear get a free hot dog meal!
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🆚 Pryor
📍 Away
⏰ 5:00pm
📅 April 16–18
🏟 McAlester Shootout
📍 McAlester
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
🎨🦓 Creativity on full display at Will Rogers Junior High!
These photos capture our junior high students fully engaged in creating caricatures of their classmates, and the excitement has been incredible! Students have been deeply invested in both the creative process and the final results of their work.
Mrs. Breen, one of our WRJH art teachers, shared:
“It’s exciting to see them confidently applying the concepts and techniques they’ve learned. Watching preparatory lessons and step-by-step instruction come to life in their finished pieces truly highlights their understanding and growth as artists. Projects like this showcase the joy of teaching art. Seeing students recognize their own progress, take pride in their accomplishments, and celebrate their creativity is both rewarding and inspiring.”
We love seeing our students grow as artists and take pride in their work! ✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSFINEARTS
These photos capture our junior high students fully engaged in creating caricatures of their classmates, and the excitement has been incredible! Students have been deeply invested in both the creative process and the final results of their work.
Mrs. Breen, one of our WRJH art teachers, shared:
“It’s exciting to see them confidently applying the concepts and techniques they’ve learned. Watching preparatory lessons and step-by-step instruction come to life in their finished pieces truly highlights their understanding and growth as artists. Projects like this showcase the joy of teaching art. Seeing students recognize their own progress, take pride in their accomplishments, and celebrate their creativity is both rewarding and inspiring.”
We love seeing our students grow as artists and take pride in their work! ✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSFINEARTS
