Claremore Public Schools

BUS DRIVERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Ms. Clemons is a CPS bus driver in the morning and the afternoon, but between 8a - 2:30p, she volunteers in the library at Claremont to work with the students on crafts. Volunteering helps build relationships with her bus riders and those they have in their classes. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

＄２，８７１，８２５．４０ That is the amount of scholarships the Class of 2022 reported receiving this year. Over the next few weeks, we will celebrate those who received scholarships from our CPS partners who have invested in the future of our students. New this year is the Smith Family Scholarship for students pursuing post-secondary education in engineering or music. Students will receive $5,000 per semester for up to 4 years ($40,000) for each of the five recipients. This is a $100,000 investment into our graduates. Recipients in engineering are Logan Kelly, Gillian Quellar and Abbeygayle Hagen. Recipients in music not pictured are Keith Wiginton and Faith Morrissey. If you are interested in starting an endowed scholarship for CPS students, contact the Claremore Public School Foundation. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

In today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries, Ms. Nicks, the Site Teacher of the Year for Westside, with her niece and nephew are in their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE on a dock in Marathon, FL. All three are Zebras, two at Westside and one at WRJH. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

Claremore FFA had 3 students participate in the State Agriscience Fair. Students began working on their projects during the first term of the school year. CPS Winners 🏆 State Runner-Up: McKenzie Boyer (8th) conducted a project in the Social Science Division I. 🏆 State Runner-Up: Hunter Drake (11th) and Jonathon Burchett (12th) did a team project in the Food Products and Processing Division VI. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Where else would you find a teacher but in the BIG APPLE! Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries is Mrs. Jennifer Perry Lewis, a teacher at Catalayah, who spent some time in New York City this summer in her #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

Tonight we watch our Zebra Alum, Garrett Wood, Ole Miss #40, take on the OU Sooners in the first of the MCWS baseball championship series. We are proud that Garrett continues to live out our motto… Excellence For All - Excellence From All. We are routing for you! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #OnceAZebraAlwaysAZebra

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022, Mrs. Nelson, a Westside teacher, and her family traveled to Cache, OK, to finish the first half of their race season. The whole crew took the podium showing off their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Good luck with the rest of your season! Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We are blessed to be a part of a community that invests back into the schools. Westside Elementary Family Fun Night raised over $18K for their PTO, which will directly benefit students! Community involvement is more than money but the partnership between parents and teachers to ensure the success of all students. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022 is Logan, a sophomore at CHS, and Peyton, a 4th grader at Roosa sporting his #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. The Hensons spent the week in St. Augustine, Florida, at a beach house on Vilano Beach. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

NJROTC Corps of Cadets Drone team spent all day with Mrs. Rahn's five STEM classes demonstrating "all things drones" this spring. After a drone and NJROTC presentation, each 6th grade student flew a micro-drone through an obstacle course and, after a few practices, raced the micro-drones against their classmates. While some of Mrs. Rahn's students were busy flying micros, the other half of the class was outside flying the DJI Mini 2 and the DJI Inspire 2 (professional photo/video drones). The event was a STEM-based collaboration between Junior High and High School. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022 is Gabriela and Josiah, Roosa students, wearing their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE at soccer camp. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

Not just a classroom…a family. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

CPS teachers took part in the OK Donors Choose Grant process earlier this year. Thirty-four teachers at CPS received funding for their proposals, equaling almost $34K in grants. Ashlyn Brassfield, a computer teacher at Catalayah Elementary School, replaces and updates student headphones and creates a calming corner in her room with rope lights, a moon galaxy lamp, a plush animal set, and sensory fidget toys in her classroom with her Donors Choose grant. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022 is the Hurts. No one says #CPSZEBRAPRIDE more than this family! They took their COVID cruise two years later to celebrate Jayla's high school graduation (who graduated in 2020). They visited Costa Maya, Cozumel, and Belize. Jarreka joined her sister in the Zebra alumni ranks in May. Coach Hurt is the head coach for CHS football and Mrs. Hurt is a teacher at WRJH. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

＄２，８７１，８２５．４０ That is the amount of scholarships the Class of 2022 reported receiving this year. Over the next few weeks, we will celebrate those who received scholarships from our CPS partners who have invested in the future of our students. Seven CPS seniors received $1,000 each from the Claremore Alumni Association Scholarship totaling a $7,000 investment. Pictured: Caroline Crum, Blake Hougland, Leah Krueger, Paiten Reavis, & Ethan Weaver. Not pictured: Arlie Gordon & Tanner Steidley. If you are interested in donating to the Alumni Scholarship Fund reach out to Wendee Henry at wmhenry@aep.com. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022 is the Griffins. They just got back from Panama City Beach, Florida, where they showed their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE while playing on the beach and riding the Sea Screamer! They also visited with grandparents in Alabama! Mrs. Nicole Griffin is a para at Catalayah Elementary; Ethan and Madelyn are students at Catalayah...and will be in 3rd grade and Kindergarten. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

GO BIG RED - GO BIG RED - GO BIG RED 📣 Claremore Varsity Cheer Killed it at camp, receiving the EXTREME SPIRIT AWARD - voted on by every team for the team that shows the most energy, spirit, fun, and drive at the camp! 📣 Their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE also added to their award tally the Standout Award for Varsity Extreme Cheer Team, Varsity Chant, and Varsity Pyramid.

You have been asking for it, so here it is!!!!! The Catalayah 5th grade vs teacher dance off!!!!! We were so excited we could have this again this year. This is something the kids (and staff) look forward to each year. ▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFniRHyujMI #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Share with us a photo of the father figure in your life. Happy Father's Day to all our "DADS." To our birth dads, adoptive dads, step-dads, and bonus dads. To our work dads, cheer/dance dads, coach dads, tech dads, PTO dads, homeroom dads, teacher dads, and school dads, we appreciate you! Happy Fathers to whoever makes up your village, all of them play an essential role in nurturing, raising, and supporting the children in our community. We appreciate your commitment to the welfare and personal growth of your children - our students. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries for the summer of 2022 is Lily Enyart, a sophomore at Claremore High School. Lily competes at Riverbend in Inola for the 4-H Northeast District horse show. She and her horses Bullet and Bill are all wearing their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.