Claremore Public Schools

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries is Mrs. Shuck, principal at Catalayah, who visited her dad in Sutherlin, Oregon, this summer. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremore TSA is taking their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE to the National Conference! They’ve prepared for this moment, all year!

Today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries is the Armbristers who went to the island of Turks and Caicos in their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Mrs. Armbrister teaches 1st grade, Hannah in 5th grade, and Asa in 4th grade - all at Roosa Elementary. Remember, it does not matter how far you go - just wear your Zebra logo and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

Roosa Wax Museum - where historical characters come to life in more ways than one. 3rd-grade students at Roosa bring their biographical research projects to life. Students research, study, and imitate the person they choose; on the day of the event, students give presentations about the life and accomplishments they collected in their research. This is one of those projects students talk about throughout their educational careers. Any of our Roosa graduates out there remember who they were for this annual event? #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. Heather Lahmann, WRJH Algebra teacher, received funding for 16 digital scientific calculators, a pocket calculator, and a surge protector for her classes. In her "What I Need" (WIN) class, she serves students at their current level, providing both enrichment and remediation. WIN time is a school-wide remediation time; all teachers participate in individualized instruction for students. Extra calculators for all students and teachers to use during WIN time are extremely helpful. Calculators allow students to explore math as mathematicians themselves and solve problems more efficiently. These calculators will help close the gaps many students face due to the pandemic and economic restraints. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Kenslea Barnwell At 13, Cherokee Nation citizen Kenslea Barnwell is on her way to becoming an accomplished violinist was featured in the Cherokee Phoenix. Read more here: https://www.cherokeephoenix.org/education/student-spotlight-kenslea-barnwell/article_b7dc03e0-f61b-11ec-b245-cb70909ad0ce.html #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

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

You know Patrick Gotcher must not be in Claremore anymore when you see him wearing a nametag. In today's entry in our #ZebraTravelDiaries our Board of Education president is reppin' his beloved #CPSZEBRAPRIDE backpack at training in Dallas, TX. Everyone here knows he carries his Zebras on his back, literally and figuratively. 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

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.

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

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.

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, 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

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 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

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 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.