Claremore Public Schools

Glow Party Finals Review! 🌟📝 Mrs. Simmonds' students lit up the room, literally, for a glow-in-the-dark finals review party! The classroom was transformed into a vibrant wonderland where learning and fun merged. Students teamed up for games like tic-tac-glow and trasketball (trashcan basketball!), answering review questions to earn points and bragging rights. It was the perfect mix of energy, teamwork, and test prep—and a glowing example of how engaging learning can be! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #GlowUpAndReview

🌲🦬🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries From Claremore to the wild wonders of Yellowstone National Park! Jan Hause (Claremont para), Dakota Choate (CHS sophomore), Kennedy Jones (Pre-K at Catalayah), Libbie Jones (CHS senior), and Adelyn Choate (WRJH 8th grader) took in the breathtaking views, wildlife, and adventure, while proudly repping their Zebra gear! 🌋📸 No matter how far you roam, don’t forget to take your Claremore spirit with you! Send your travel photos in Zebra gear to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and join our summer #ZebraTravelDiaries series. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

After graduating from Claremore High School and interning at Westside Elementary, Lakyn Ramsey knew this was the perfect place to begin her teaching career. She shares her experience as a first-year teacher. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/TMuronI3F9k

🎭 Broadway, here we come! 🎭 Our young stars lit up the stage at Theater Camp last week! From hilarious improv games to jaw-dropping special effects makeup, every day was packed with fun, creativity, and unforgettable moments. These future Tony Award winners brought the drama—in the best way possible! We can’t wait to see them this fall with Ms. Fudge! 🌟

⚾🌴🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries Double the destinations, double the Zebra pride! This Zebra family kicked off their adventures in Kansas City to catch the wildly entertaining Savannah Bananas, then headed south to soak up the sun in Panama City Beach, rocking their Claremore gear the whole way! 🧢☀️ Whether it’s baseball fun or beach days, don’t forget to take your Zebra spirit along for the ride. Send your summer photos in Zebra gear to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and be part of our #ZebraTravelDiaries series! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎨 Move over, Picasso — our young artists are taking over! Art Camp was an absolute masterpiece of a week! From tie-dye shirts and clay creations to lino cutting and bold brush strokes, these students dove headfirst into every project with passion and creativity. The best part? They left with one-of-a-kind art pieces they’ll treasure forever — and memories to match. We can’t wait to see what these future legends create next! 🖌️✨ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSArtCamp

🦓🎣 #ZebraTravelDiaries Wear your Zebra logo wherever you go! Mrs. Keener, along with her son, Claremore Zebra alum Ben, and her grandkids, spent a memorable evening fishing on the Florida coast. 🌊🌙 From reeling in the fun to passing down Zebra pride through generations, this crew proves that no matter the setting, Zebra spirit shines bright. Headed out on your own summer adventure? Snap a pic in your Zebra gear and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎉 THAT’S A WRAP ON NCA CAMP! 🦓📣 Our Claremore Cheerleaders just wrapped up an unforgettable week at NCA Camp at OU—and they brought home more than just memories! 🏆 Highlights include: ❤️ 11 All-American Honors 💪 Top Gun Stunt Team 🤸 Top Gun Tumbler 💖 St. Jude Spirit Stick ⭐ 16 All-American Nominees 📌 3 Pin It Forward Recipients These athletes showed up with grit, heart, and Zebra pride, and it paid off. The bonds they’re building now will carry into a powerful season ahead. 👏 #CPSZebraPride | #ClaremoreCheer | #NCA2025

🎓 Future Friday 🏫💰 Thanks to the generosity of RCB Bank, senior Madison Rosenfield received a $1,000 scholarship to support her next steps after graduation. Claremore Public Schools is grateful for the continued partnership of organizations like RCB Bank and the Claremore Public Schools Foundation, who invest in the success of our students and believe in the power of education to shape bright futures. If you’d like to support the next generation of Claremore graduates, reach out to partner with the Claremore Public Schools Foundation: 🔗 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #FutureFriday

🎓 NEXT LEVEL ZEBRA: Dr. Brian Andrews, CHS Class of 1994 From Westside kindergartener to now university dean, Dr. Brian Andrews is a proud product of Claremore Public Schools and a shining example of lifelong learning. In July, Dr. Andrews will begin his tenure as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Rogers State University. A dedicated scholar, he earned full scholarships throughout his academic journey—from his B.A. at the University of Oklahoma to his M.A. at the University of Wyoming and ultimately to his M.A. and Ph.D. from Southern Methodist University, graduating completely debt-free. He credits his strong academic foundation to the educators who impacted him along the way, including Linda Batty, Keith Bolton, and Beth Young at CHS, as well as his favorite 4th-grade teacher, Nakita Orender, at Westside Elementary. 👏 Dr. Andrews began his Zebra journey in 1981 and has continued learning ever since. 📩 This update was proudly submitted by Jill Andrews, his wife. #NextLevelZebra #ZebraAlumni #CPSZebraPride

Happy Juneteenth! As this is a newer federally recognized holiday. On June 19, 1865 Major General Gordon Granger ordered the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas at the end of the American Civil War. This was more than two years after it was signed. Today, we celebrate freedom! #cpszebrapride

🎓 Class of 2025! 🎓 Starting today, Wednesday, June 18, you can pick up the following items in the CHS front office: ✅ Diplomas ✅ Official Transcripts ✅ Graduation Pictures (if ordered) 📍 Summer Office Hours: 🕗 Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 🕗 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM We've already been celebrating with some of our recent graduates, and we can’t wait to see you one more time!

🎉 SPIRIT STARS SHINE AGAIN! 🦓✨ Claremore Junior High Cheer earned the Most Spirited award for the second year in a row—proof that dedication, energy, and teamwork truly pay off! 👏 These athletes have been working hard, mastering new skills and stunts, and it shows! 🌟 Special shoutout to Kinney Gillispie, who brought home: 🏅 Best Individual Dancer 💥 Top 5 Jumper 🤸 Top 5 Tumbler Way to represent Zebra Nation with pride, passion, and power! 💪 #CPSZebraPride

🌙🦀🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries Peyton and Lexi Darnell from Roosa Elementary took their Zebra spirit all the way to Gulf Shores, Alabama, and turned up the adventure with some nighttime crab hunting on the beach! 🌊🔦 Armed with flashlights, giggles, and their Claremore pride, these beach-loving Zebras made the most of their summer break under the stars. Exploring this summer? Don’t forget your Zebra gear! Send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Meet Maverick – Westside’s Newest Zebra Family Member! 🐾🦓 During Spring Break, Mrs. Lyons and her pup, Maverick, traveled to Ardmore, OK, where Maverick completed training with First Response K9 and became a fully certified therapy dog. This fall, Maverick will officially join the Westside Elementary team, bringing calm, comfort, and cuddles to students and staff. 🐶💙 Before summer break, he made special classroom visits to introduce himself. Students learned how to interact with Maverick respectfully, especially when he’s wearing his working vest. He’s already made a BIG impression, and we can’t wait to see the positive impact he’ll have when school starts back up. Welcome to the Zebra family, Maverick! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🐄🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries Learning on the road! Kristal (Norris) Gilfillan from Claremore High School and Bettie Sue McCaw from Catalayah are repping their Zebra pride while participating in the Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom Summer Road Trip! 🚜🌾 This 3-day tour through south-central Oklahoma includes stops at ranches, a turf grass facility, a winery, an equipment facility, and a fencing company, sponsored by the Oklahoma Beef Council and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture. With hands-on learning, incredible hosts, and plenty of fun along the way, these educators are soaking up every moment (and wearing their Zebra gear while doing it)! Headed on a summer learning adventure of your own? Send your photos in Zebra swag to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and be part of our #ZebraTravelDiaries series. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Zachary Borntreger shares what it was like to be welcomed into the Zebra family and his first-year at Will Rogers Junior High. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/jXRzYWGsAQI

LET’S KEEP IT GOING! 🙌🍽️ We’re keepin’ the momentum strong all summer long! 💥 Free meals are still rollin’ out for ALL kids 18 and under — no sign-up, no stress, just show up and eat! Come get fed, stay fueled, and spread the word! Catalayah Elementary Breakfast: 7:30a-8:30a Lunch: 11:30a-1p Claremore High School Breakfast: 7:45a-8:45a Lunch: 10:00a-12:30p Claremore City Park/Splash Pad Lunch: 11:45a-12:15p Claremore Lake Splash Pad Lunch: 12:30p-1p

🥔🌱 Spud-tacular Science in 8th Grade! 🌱🥔 Students paired up as “potato parents” to explore Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics by creating their own genetically unique Tater Tots! Using stick “chromosomes” to determine traits, they discovered just how fun and fascinating heredity can be. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #GeneticsInAction

🎓 NEXT LEVEL ZEBRA: Maria Bustamante, CHS Class of 2019 Only 8% of Latinos in the U.S. hold a graduate degree. Maria Bustamante is now one of them. This May, Maria graduated with her Master’s in Epidemiology from Harvard College, a proud Ivy League achievement made possible through the Presidential Leadership Scholars Program, which allowed her to attend tuition-free. 💡 “The past two years have been transformational. I’ve explored the intersection of strategy, health, tech, and policy to understand better why healthcare systems function as they do and how to ensure vulnerable populations aren’t left out.” Maria says this milestone isn’t hers alone; it belongs to her community. She’s proof that grit, purpose, and heart can take you anywhere. 🌍 📩 Submitted by proud mother Georgina Bustamante, who celebrates her daughter’s grit, purpose, and relentless pursuit of excellence. 👏 Let’s hear it for Maria—she’s not just making waves, she’s redefining what’s possible. #NextLevelZebra #ZebraAlumni #CPSZebraPride