The World Needs Art.
That’s the theme for the Oklahoma Art Education Association’s 2026 Youth Art Month this March—a powerful reminder of the impact creativity has on our schools, communities, and beyond.
Leading up to Youth Art Month, students across the state compete in various exhibitions, with top winners receiving prizes and gift certificates. One of those prestigious events is the Young People’s Art Exhibition and we are proud to share that two Claremore High School artists rose to the top.
Amelia Matthews (Senior) — BEST OF SHOW
Kellie Stuard (Junior) — 1st Place, High School Division
Please join us in congratulating these two amazing artists for their creativity, vision, and hard work. And a major shoutout to Art Teacher Taylor Hoffer for mentoring, encouraging, and inspiring our students as they pursue excellence in the arts.
The world needs art and Claremore students are proving why.
That’s the theme for the Oklahoma Art Education Association’s 2026 Youth Art Month this March—a powerful reminder of the impact creativity has on our schools, communities, and beyond.
Leading up to Youth Art Month, students across the state compete in various exhibitions, with top winners receiving prizes and gift certificates. One of those prestigious events is the Young People’s Art Exhibition and we are proud to share that two Claremore High School artists rose to the top.
Amelia Matthews (Senior) — BEST OF SHOW
Kellie Stuard (Junior) — 1st Place, High School Division
Please join us in congratulating these two amazing artists for their creativity, vision, and hard work. And a major shoutout to Art Teacher Taylor Hoffer for mentoring, encouraging, and inspiring our students as they pursue excellence in the arts.
The world needs art and Claremore students are proving why.
Claremore Public Schools Foundation Grant Update! 🎨✨
Thanks to the Promise of Pastels Grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, students have jumped into the pastel unit! Led by Ms. Mercer, students kicked things off with an orange follow-along demonstration and are now rocking and rolling into their Reflective Object Projects. Creativity, confidence, and color are shining in the classroom!
💡 Want to support more projects and grants like this?
Register for the Brainiac Brawl on February 28 in Claremore and help fuel innovative learning across our district.
👉 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl-registration/
#CPSZebraPride #GrantImpact #BrainiacBrawl
Thanks to the Promise of Pastels Grant from the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, students have jumped into the pastel unit! Led by Ms. Mercer, students kicked things off with an orange follow-along demonstration and are now rocking and rolling into their Reflective Object Projects. Creativity, confidence, and color are shining in the classroom!
💡 Want to support more projects and grants like this?
Register for the Brainiac Brawl on February 28 in Claremore and help fuel innovative learning across our district.
👉 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/brainiac-brawl-registration/
#CPSZebraPride #GrantImpact #BrainiacBrawl
💯🎉 100 Days, Done and Celebrated! 🎉💯
Last week marked 100 days of school, and our Zebras made every one of them count! With laughter in the halls, learning in every classroom, and plenty of moments worth celebrating, our students have already come so far.
100 days in… and the momentum is strong! 🦓✨
#CPSZebraPride
Last week marked 100 days of school, and our Zebras made every one of them count! With laughter in the halls, learning in every classroom, and plenty of moments worth celebrating, our students have already come so far.
100 days in… and the momentum is strong! 🦓✨
#CPSZebraPride
Mrs. T’s GT class got to put brand-new manipulatives to work, thanks to a Claremore Public Schools Foundation grant! 🏠⭕️
These new resources are already sparking problem-solving, creativity, and deeper thinking in the classroom. Grants like this turn ideas into impact—and learning into something students can truly explore.
💡 Want to help bring more grants to life?
Support projects just like this by visiting the CPS Foundation Grant Registry:
👉 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/grant-registry/
#GrantInAction #CPSZebraPride
These new resources are already sparking problem-solving, creativity, and deeper thinking in the classroom. Grants like this turn ideas into impact—and learning into something students can truly explore.
💡 Want to help bring more grants to life?
Support projects just like this by visiting the CPS Foundation Grant Registry:
👉 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/grant-registry/
#GrantInAction #CPSZebraPride
Creativity was woven into every stitch! 🧶🎨
In Mrs. Ratcliff’s art class, our 3rd-grade WIN students designed and created their very own potholders, selecting colors, building patterns, and cheering one another on along the way. Collaboration, creativity, and confidence were on full display. We’re so proud of these young artists!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
In Mrs. Ratcliff’s art class, our 3rd-grade WIN students designed and created their very own potholders, selecting colors, building patterns, and cheering one another on along the way. Collaboration, creativity, and confidence were on full display. We’re so proud of these young artists!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
IT’S SHOWTIME! 🎤🎶
Claremore High School Sound Express Show Choir will be performing at the Jenks Trochella Show Choir Invitational! Our students have been putting in the time and effort to prepare an incredible performance, and we can’t wait to see them take the stage.
Event Info:
📍 @ Jenks High School PAC
📅 Saturday, February 14
⏰ Showtime – 9:30 AM
🎟 Tickets: $20 Adults | $10 Students & Seniors
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and support our performers as they represent #CPSZebraPride! 🎶🖤🤍
Claremore High School Sound Express Show Choir will be performing at the Jenks Trochella Show Choir Invitational! Our students have been putting in the time and effort to prepare an incredible performance, and we can’t wait to see them take the stage.
Event Info:
📍 @ Jenks High School PAC
📅 Saturday, February 14
⏰ Showtime – 9:30 AM
🎟 Tickets: $20 Adults | $10 Students & Seniors
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and support our performers as they represent #CPSZebraPride! 🎶🖤🤍
🏈 ALL-STATE HONORS | EAST SIDE DEFENSE 🦓🎉
Congratulations to Landon King and Hayden Lee on being selected to the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Team as members of the East Side Defense.
This honor represents the respect of coaches across Oklahoma and caps off outstanding seasons from two Zebra defenders who set the standard with discipline, physicality, and consistency. Way to go and represent, Zebras!💪🏼
Well earned and well deserved.
#CPSZebraPride | #AllState
Congratulations to Landon King and Hayden Lee on being selected to the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Team as members of the East Side Defense.
This honor represents the respect of coaches across Oklahoma and caps off outstanding seasons from two Zebra defenders who set the standard with discipline, physicality, and consistency. Way to go and represent, Zebras!💪🏼
Well earned and well deserved.
#CPSZebraPride | #AllState
Monday, February 16th, Claremore Public Schools will be CLOSED in observance of Presidents' Day!
Here are a few quotes to ponder as you rest, relax, and ready yourself to finish the school year strong.
🤝"We must dare to be great; and we must realize that greatness is the fruit of toil and sacrifice and high courage." – Teddy Roosevelt
🤝"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader." – John Quincy Adams
🤝"Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." – John F. Kennedy
Enjoy your long weekend, and make it A Great Day to be a Zebra!
Here are a few quotes to ponder as you rest, relax, and ready yourself to finish the school year strong.
🤝"We must dare to be great; and we must realize that greatness is the fruit of toil and sacrifice and high courage." – Teddy Roosevelt
🤝"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader." – John Quincy Adams
🤝"Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." – John F. Kennedy
Enjoy your long weekend, and make it A Great Day to be a Zebra!
🏀 **ZEBRA BASKETBALL | GAME WEEK** 🦓
Two games. One focus. Let’s go.
📅 **Tuesday, February 10**
🆚 **Durant**
📍 *Away*
📅 **Friday, February 13**
🆚 **Memorial**
📍 *HOME*
Road test early, home energy to close the week. Pack the gym Friday and bring that Zebra intensity.
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBasketball | #GameWeek
🏆 HIGHWAY 20 IS ZEBRA TERRITORY🦓🔥
Both the Zebras and Lady Zebras took care of business and claimed the HWY 20 Rivalry win for our programs!
The energy was high, the atmosphere was electric, and our teams delivered when it mattered most. Rivalry games are about pride, toughness, and showing up for your community, and Zebras did just that.
Thank you to Courtside Benefits for sponsoring this year’s HWY 20 Rivalry!
HWY 20 belongs to the Zebras. 💪
#CPSZebraPride | #HWY20Rivalry | #BEATPRYOR
Claremore NJROTC Shines at Brain Brawl Competition. 🏆
The Claremore High School NJROTC team earned an impressive 3rd place finish at the Brain Brawl competition hosted by Alma High School on January 22, 2026, competing against strong regional teams.
Brain Brawl is a fast-paced, academic competition that tests cadets on NJROTC and U.S. Navy knowledge, along with subjects like science, civics, history, and current events. Our cadets demonstrated outstanding focus, teamwork, discipline, and academic excellence throughout the event.
We are incredibly proud of our NJROTC students for representing Claremore with such professionalism and determination. Their performance reflects a strong commitment to scholarship, leadership, and critical thinking and we look forward to seeing them continue to succeed. 🦓
The Claremore High School NJROTC team earned an impressive 3rd place finish at the Brain Brawl competition hosted by Alma High School on January 22, 2026, competing against strong regional teams.
Brain Brawl is a fast-paced, academic competition that tests cadets on NJROTC and U.S. Navy knowledge, along with subjects like science, civics, history, and current events. Our cadets demonstrated outstanding focus, teamwork, discipline, and academic excellence throughout the event.
We are incredibly proud of our NJROTC students for representing Claremore with such professionalism and determination. Their performance reflects a strong commitment to scholarship, leadership, and critical thinking and we look forward to seeing them continue to succeed. 🦓
It’s National Pizza Day!
Pizza is an evergreen favorite at both the high school and junior high, because honestly, is there ever a bad day for pizza? From the melty cheese to that perfectly baked crust, it’s a lunch line classic that never goes out of style.
So be sure to swing by your friendly pizza server, grab a slice, and celebrate the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Happy Pizza Day! 🍕
Pizza is an evergreen favorite at both the high school and junior high, because honestly, is there ever a bad day for pizza? From the melty cheese to that perfectly baked crust, it’s a lunch line classic that never goes out of style.
So be sure to swing by your friendly pizza server, grab a slice, and celebrate the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Happy Pizza Day! 🍕
Mrs. Mills’ class got their kicks on Route 66 by taking a digital road trip along the iconic highway, researching and documenting a famous landmark from each state along the way. 🛣️💻
From classic diners in Illinois to glowing neon signs in Missouri, breathtaking desert views in Arizona, and the final stop at the Santa Monica Pier, each pair used technology to explore, research, and present a snapshot of the Mother Road’s rich history and local flavor.
This project was a great example of how incorporating technology into learning can deepen understanding, boost collaboration, and spark creativity—all while bringing history to life.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
From classic diners in Illinois to glowing neon signs in Missouri, breathtaking desert views in Arizona, and the final stop at the Santa Monica Pier, each pair used technology to explore, research, and present a snapshot of the Mother Road’s rich history and local flavor.
This project was a great example of how incorporating technology into learning can deepen understanding, boost collaboration, and spark creativity—all while bringing history to life.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Claremore High School & Community Blood Drive 🩸
Join us in making a lifesaving difference! ❤️
📍Robson PAC
📅 Monday, February 9th
🕜1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Your donation can help replenish the blood supply and save lives right here in our community. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, we’d love to see you there!
Join us in making a lifesaving difference! ❤️
📍Robson PAC
📅 Monday, February 9th
🕜1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Your donation can help replenish the blood supply and save lives right here in our community. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a regular, we’d love to see you there!
We’re excited to share that our Winter Guard will be competing at the WGPO Contest this weekend! These students have been working tirelessly to perfect their performances, and their dedication, precision, and passion truly shine every time they take the floor.
Contest Info:
📍 @ Broken Arrow High School
📅 Saturday, February 7
⏰ Winter Guard JV – 11:27 AM
⏰ Winter Guard Varsity – 2:29 AM
🎟 Tickets – $10
We are incredibly proud of the commitment and artistry our Winter Guard brings to the floor. Their hard work and determination are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we can’t wait to see them represent our school this weekend. Good luck, Zebras! 🖤🤍
Contest Info:
📍 @ Broken Arrow High School
📅 Saturday, February 7
⏰ Winter Guard JV – 11:27 AM
⏰ Winter Guard Varsity – 2:29 AM
🎟 Tickets – $10
We are incredibly proud of the commitment and artistry our Winter Guard brings to the floor. Their hard work and determination are a true reflection of Zebra Pride, and we can’t wait to see them represent our school this weekend. Good luck, Zebras! 🖤🤍
1,🏀🏀🏀 POINTS & COUNTING 🦓✨
Congratulations to Senior Asia Roper on reaching an incredible milestone — 1,000 career points this season!
Earlier this year, Asia also recorded a career-high 40 points in a single game, an achievement that reflects years of hard work, consistency, and commitment to the game. Asia’s dedication, leadership, and competitive edge have left a lasting impact on the program and on everyone who’s watched her compete in a Zebra uniform.
Well-earned. Well-deserved.
Proud of you, Asia. 💯
#CPSZebraPride | #1000PointClub | #ZebraBasketball
Congratulations to Senior Asia Roper on reaching an incredible milestone — 1,000 career points this season!
Earlier this year, Asia also recorded a career-high 40 points in a single game, an achievement that reflects years of hard work, consistency, and commitment to the game. Asia’s dedication, leadership, and competitive edge have left a lasting impact on the program and on everyone who’s watched her compete in a Zebra uniform.
Well-earned. Well-deserved.
Proud of you, Asia. 💯
#CPSZebraPride | #1000PointClub | #ZebraBasketball
Mr. Borntreger’s 2nd hour class put their brains to work solving subtraction problems, no calculators needed! 🧠➖
Through teamwork and peer interaction, students strengthened problem-solving skills, learned to trust the math process, and relied on one another to check their thinking. This kind of collaboration builds real-world workplace skills, and this class showed serious tenacity and perseverance!
#CPSZebraPride
Through teamwork and peer interaction, students strengthened problem-solving skills, learned to trust the math process, and relied on one another to check their thinking. This kind of collaboration builds real-world workplace skills, and this class showed serious tenacity and perseverance!
#CPSZebraPride
National School Counseling Week ❤
This week, Claremore Public Schools proudly recognizes our school counselors—trusted advocates, listeners, and champions for student success. From academic guidance and social-emotional support to college and career readiness, our counselors play a critical role in helping every Zebra grow with confidence and purpose.
Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to our students and families. Your work reflects our core values of Community, Purpose, and Excellence, and makes a lasting impact every day.
It’s a great day to be a Zebra. Show your appreciation in the comments!❤🦓
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #CPSZebraPride
This week, Claremore Public Schools proudly recognizes our school counselors—trusted advocates, listeners, and champions for student success. From academic guidance and social-emotional support to college and career readiness, our counselors play a critical role in helping every Zebra grow with confidence and purpose.
Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to our students and families. Your work reflects our core values of Community, Purpose, and Excellence, and makes a lasting impact every day.
It’s a great day to be a Zebra. Show your appreciation in the comments!❤🦓
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #CPSZebraPride
New Baby Zebra Alert -💙
Mrs. Courtney Acord, the Director of Bands for CPS, and her husband welcomed a new addition to their family 5 weeks early, and he is already "directing" the family band.
On January 22nd, Oliver Reed Acord made his debut, weighing 6 lbs 12 oz and measuring 20 inches long. After spending some time in the NICU, they are all at home and doing well.
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 💙💙+ 💙 Looks like the boys have caught up to the girls this year. That's 8 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043 #cpszebrapride
Mrs. Courtney Acord, the Director of Bands for CPS, and her husband welcomed a new addition to their family 5 weeks early, and he is already "directing" the family band.
On January 22nd, Oliver Reed Acord made his debut, weighing 6 lbs 12 oz and measuring 20 inches long. After spending some time in the NICU, they are all at home and doing well.
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 💙💙+ 💙 Looks like the boys have caught up to the girls this year. That's 8 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043 #cpszebrapride
Women in Sports Day | Claremore Public Schools
Today, Claremore Public Schools proudly celebrates Women in Sports Day and the incredible women who lead, compete, mentor, and inspire across our athletic programs. From our student-athletes who compete with confidence and determination, to the coaches, trainers, officials, and leaders who invest in them daily, women in sports play a vital role in shaping excellence at CPS.
Their impact reaches far beyond competition. Through athletics, our students learn perseverance, teamwork, leadership, and accountability—skills that align directly with our district goals of developing well-rounded learners, fostering belonging, and preparing students for success beyond graduation. Women in sports help model what it means to pursue excellence with purpose while lifting others along the way.
At CPS, we believe athletics are a powerful extension of the classroom. Guided by our core values of Grit, Community, Innovation, Excellence, and Purpose, women in sports demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges, build strong, supportive teams, lead with creativity and vision, strive for the highest standards, and compete with intention and heart.
We are proud to celebrate the women who continue to move athletics forward, open doors for future generations, and represent Claremore Public Schools with pride—on the field, on the court, in the pool, and beyond.
It’s a great day to be a Zebra. 🦓💪
#WomenInSportsDay #CPSZebraPride
Today, Claremore Public Schools proudly celebrates Women in Sports Day and the incredible women who lead, compete, mentor, and inspire across our athletic programs. From our student-athletes who compete with confidence and determination, to the coaches, trainers, officials, and leaders who invest in them daily, women in sports play a vital role in shaping excellence at CPS.
Their impact reaches far beyond competition. Through athletics, our students learn perseverance, teamwork, leadership, and accountability—skills that align directly with our district goals of developing well-rounded learners, fostering belonging, and preparing students for success beyond graduation. Women in sports help model what it means to pursue excellence with purpose while lifting others along the way.
At CPS, we believe athletics are a powerful extension of the classroom. Guided by our core values of Grit, Community, Innovation, Excellence, and Purpose, women in sports demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges, build strong, supportive teams, lead with creativity and vision, strive for the highest standards, and compete with intention and heart.
We are proud to celebrate the women who continue to move athletics forward, open doors for future generations, and represent Claremore Public Schools with pride—on the field, on the court, in the pool, and beyond.
It’s a great day to be a Zebra. 🦓💪
#WomenInSportsDay #CPSZebraPride
