Claremore Public Schools

Huge congratulations to Miss Pachia Xiong for winning the competition to design a new Westside school shirt! Many students utilized their art time to format and develop a creation that represents our school. The judges were impressed with all of the incredible submissions and felt that Pachia's best exemplified Westside spirit. Mrs. Hinds was thrilled to recognize this wonderful young lady at Rise and Shine. We have such talented students! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Let’s welcome Deborah Simpson to the Zebra family in today’s New Teacher Feature! Mrs. Simpson is a new 3rd-5th grade resource teacher at Catalayah. She received her Bachelor of Arts from ORU, Masters of Education from NSU and Doctorate of Educational Leadership ABD from OSU. When asked what she likes most about working at Claremore Public Schools, she said “It’s commitment to ALL learners.” Mrs. Simpson teaches because she loves children and sharing her love of learning with them. She chose to teach at CPS because “It offers a quality education and is part of a caring community.” Some interesting facts about Mrs. Simpson are that she has been married for 37 years and has four children. Some of her hobbies include reading, traveling, puzzles and crafts. Favorites: 📚: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 🎥: Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? 🍴: Chips and Salsa 🍭: Twix 🥤: Flavored coffee or unsweet tea 📍: Redwood Forest 🚩: Dallas Cowboys 💭: Quote: "The real things haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and have courage when things go wrong." ~Laura Ingalls Wilder. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremore Cross Country running all the way to State! Congratulations to the Girls XC team, Gabe Rodriguez and Adrian Reyes who will represent CHS at the State Meet. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Fundraiser Rewards!!! Catalyah students sold nearly 17,000 meat sticks!! Mrs. Shuck and Mrs. McComb took the 12 kids that sold the most to the park for a pizza picnic. They had the best weather and the best time! Mrs. Lewis also had an ice cream party for the rest of the top sellers. They got to enjoy some time out of class and a little free time with friends!!! Congrats Catalayah on such a great fundraiser!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Let’s welcome Leora Youngs to the Zebra family in today’s New Teacher Feature! Mrs. Youngs is a 3rd-grade teacher at Roosa Elementary. She graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Law. When asked what she likes most about working at Claremore Public Schools, she said “CPS is such a welcoming school system. My family moved here 23 years ago mid-school year. The school welcomed us with open arms. I stepped out of teaching for a while and am returning this year. CPS has welcomed me back like I never left, talk about encouragement! CPS encourages everyone!” Some interesting facts about Mrs. Youngs are that she loves reading, swimming activities, and serving at her church. She was also born in England and has one dog named Gibson. Favorites: 🎥: A Walk to Remember 🍴: Chocolate/caramel combination 🍭: 100 Grand 🥤: Diet cherry limeade 🌈: Purple and orange 📍: Beach/camping 🚩: OSU and St. Louis Cardinals 💭: Romans 8:28 -"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose." #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

These students dressed to impress at this year's Zebra Fall Festival! Check out these cool costumes, including the winners of the contest - Mac and Cheese and Dottie Hinson!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Well... the Hillcat's out of the bag 🐾 Hunter the Hillcat surprised Mrs. Nick's 3rd graders with a visit! These students had a blast getting this special introduction. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Nothing like the great indoors to make reading even more interesting!! 📚🔦⛺️ First graders in Mrs. Peck's class read by flashlight during their time in the library. Students loved the change in pace and were excited to use their flashlights to look through their books. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

👯‍♀️ TWINNING IS WINNING 👯‍♀️ Westside loves an accidental twinning moment! These teachers and students proved that two is better than one and gave us double the fun in these matching fits. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Out with the old and in with the NEW! In a joint effort between the high school and junior high visual arts programs, they have a brand new kiln. The kiln will allow our teachers to introduce clay projects into our programs. Future projects will include pottery, coil pots, clay jewelry, sculptures, and hand built pottery. This purchase was made possible through a Claremore Public School Foundation grant. Thank you to the community for investing in CPSF and the CPSF committee for funding this request. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

SAVE THE DATE - Good Eats for a Good Cause 🎓Grad Bash Night 📍Chili's on Route 66 📅 November 3rd ⌚10a - 9p Show them this post or bring the flyer in to get credit 10% of your bill donated to CHS Grad Bash. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

You BUTTER believe Mrs. Mann's 2nd grade class knows how to make science exciting AND delicious!! 🧈 These students wrapped up their story over states of matter and made butter! It was so much fun seeing how a liquid can turn into a solid!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Kindergarten students are having a BLAST in the library with Mrs. Troyer. Lessons always include a read aloud, an action poem, a song (or three), and something new for students to learn! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Congratulations to Rachel Stout, Will Rogers Junior High teacher, who was selected as this week's KOTV - INNOVATIVE TEACHER! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Camber and Mrs. Evans’ Pre-K leaders received praise from Officer Milbourne for their excellent behavior. He was so impressed by both morning and afternoon classes. They promptly do just as their teachers ask. We are so proud of our students! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided" - J.K. Rowling These students and teachers wore orange to show their support for Unity Day and stood together to promote kindness, acceptance and compassion! A little kindness goes a long way, keep making a difference Zebras! 🧡🧡🧡 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." — Dr. Seuss Students were asked to get in line after checking out books since there was another class coming after them. Once they got in line, one after the other they opened their books and started reading! It made their teacher very happy to see her students ready to read without being told or asked. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Want to make taking notes more interesting? Try walking notes!🚶🏼‍♀️ Claremore students walked to stations where they read about their lesson and took notes on what they learned. What a great way to keep the focus! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🔥👩‍🚒🚒 Have you ever wondered what it's like to ride in a fire truck?! Two of our students got to learn what it was like after winning "Ride to School in a Fire Truck" at our silent auction held during our Back to School Carnival. As you can see, these girls had a fantastic ride to school! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Chess club is the best club! ♟Here are some 5th grade students that are having a blast learning how to play! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE