🏈 ZEBRA GAMEDAY🏈
Claremore hits the road under the Friday night lights to take on the Tahlequah Tigers in the first game of district play!
📅 Friday, September 26
📍 Tahlequah High School
🆚 Tahlequah Tigers
🕖 Kickoff 7:00pm
🎥ZTV Link: https://youtube.com/live/yIk6fIU1eYo?feature=share
Bring the energy, wear your red, and rep that #CPSZebraPride loud and proud. It’s time to go to work. Let’s ride, Zebras! 🦓🔥
#ZebraFootball | #FridayNightLights
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓Valerie Ridenour
Representing: World Language Club
Other student activities involved in: ZTV, NHS, FUZE
What are your future plans? “I plan on going to college to major in IT and minor in Mathematics, Statistics, and Physics. I also hope to have two dogs, two cats, and maybe some small animals as well.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Utilizing all of the opportunities to grow, both intellectually and as a person. Whether you are a band kid, a football jock, or anything in between, our school offers countless organizations that can give you a sense of belonging. It truly is a GREAT day to be a ZEBRA! P.S. The assemblies are so much fun!”
🦓Gunner Murray
Representing: Wrestling
Other student activities involved in: STUCO
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend college and pursue a career in nursing.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people around me.”
🦓Hazel Chavarria
Representing: Yearbook
Other student activities involved in: Dance Team
What are your future plans? “I am interested in getting a degree in Psychology so I can study how the brain works and help others.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to show my school spirit through my spirit squad, cheer on our Zebra sports, and represent Claremore Public Schools!”
🦓Devin Odanga
Representing: Young Democrats
Other student activities involved in: Robotics, Pre-Engineering, Student Council, SkillsUSA, Academic Team, Speech & Debate
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to an engineering school.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being friends with other Zebras.”
🦓Valerie Ridenour
Representing: World Language Club
Other student activities involved in: ZTV, NHS, FUZE
What are your future plans? “I plan on going to college to major in IT and minor in Mathematics, Statistics, and Physics. I also hope to have two dogs, two cats, and maybe some small animals as well.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Utilizing all of the opportunities to grow, both intellectually and as a person. Whether you are a band kid, a football jock, or anything in between, our school offers countless organizations that can give you a sense of belonging. It truly is a GREAT day to be a ZEBRA! P.S. The assemblies are so much fun!”
🦓Gunner Murray
Representing: Wrestling
Other student activities involved in: STUCO
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend college and pursue a career in nursing.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people around me.”
🦓Hazel Chavarria
Representing: Yearbook
Other student activities involved in: Dance Team
What are your future plans? “I am interested in getting a degree in Psychology so I can study how the brain works and help others.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to show my school spirit through my spirit squad, cheer on our Zebra sports, and represent Claremore Public Schools!”
🦓Devin Odanga
Representing: Young Democrats
Other student activities involved in: Robotics, Pre-Engineering, Student Council, SkillsUSA, Academic Team, Speech & Debate
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to an engineering school.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being friends with other Zebras.”
🏈 TTCU Teacher of the Game alert!
Congratulations to Lynse Robinson, who was honored as the TTCU Teacher of the Game during our first home football game! 🎉 Her dedication to students and commitment to excellence make her an outstanding representative of Zebra Nation. We’re proud to recognize educators like Mrs. Robinson who go above and beyond for Claremore Public Schools.👏🏼🍎
#CPSZebraPride #TTCUTeacherOfTheGame #ZebraNation
Congratulations to Lynse Robinson, who was honored as the TTCU Teacher of the Game during our first home football game! 🎉 Her dedication to students and commitment to excellence make her an outstanding representative of Zebra Nation. We’re proud to recognize educators like Mrs. Robinson who go above and beyond for Claremore Public Schools.👏🏼🍎
#CPSZebraPride #TTCUTeacherOfTheGame #ZebraNation
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓Korben Reed Fortna
Representing: Technology Student Association
Other student activities involved in: Jazz Choir, Biomed Club, Claremore First Methodist Church, Elevate Youth Worship
What are your future plans? “I plan to become a high school educator and eventually move into school administration.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The feeling of community the teachers and staff foster here.”
🦓Rosemary Jones
Representing: Technology Student Association
Other student activities involved in: Band, Chemistry Club, Biomed Club, Christian Club, Tulsa Diocesan Youth Senate
What are your future plans? “After high school, I plan on majoring in Political Science and eventually becoming an attorney.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The incredible sense of community and the opportunities we have to grow as leaders and individuals.”
🦓Alexander Moore
Representing: Robotics
Other student activities involved in: Football, Track
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to Tulsa University to study to become an Orthodontist or Architect.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “We’re just one big family.”
🦓Drake Davis
Representing: World Language Club
What are your future plans? “I plan to become a doctor or psychologist.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to have the opportunity to be involved in so many things.”
🦓Korben Reed Fortna
Representing: Technology Student Association
Other student activities involved in: Jazz Choir, Biomed Club, Claremore First Methodist Church, Elevate Youth Worship
What are your future plans? “I plan to become a high school educator and eventually move into school administration.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The feeling of community the teachers and staff foster here.”
🦓Rosemary Jones
Representing: Technology Student Association
Other student activities involved in: Band, Chemistry Club, Biomed Club, Christian Club, Tulsa Diocesan Youth Senate
What are your future plans? “After high school, I plan on majoring in Political Science and eventually becoming an attorney.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The incredible sense of community and the opportunities we have to grow as leaders and individuals.”
🦓Alexander Moore
Representing: Robotics
Other student activities involved in: Football, Track
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to Tulsa University to study to become an Orthodontist or Architect.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “We’re just one big family.”
🦓Drake Davis
Representing: World Language Club
What are your future plans? “I plan to become a doctor or psychologist.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to have the opportunity to be involved in so many things.”
🏐 Zebra Volleyball: Road-Tested & Ready 🦓💪
Let’s pack the gym tonight and send them off strong for a weekend of competition across state lines!
🔴 THURSDAY, SEPT 25
🆚 Rejoice Christian (HOME)
⏰ 7th Grade – 4:30 PM | Varsity to follow
⚪ SATURDAY, SEPT 27
🎟 Carl Junction Tournament
📍 Carl Junction, MO
⏰ Varsity – First match at 9:00 AM
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraVolleyball
Let’s pack the gym tonight and send them off strong for a weekend of competition across state lines!
🔴 THURSDAY, SEPT 25
🆚 Rejoice Christian (HOME)
⏰ 7th Grade – 4:30 PM | Varsity to follow
⚪ SATURDAY, SEPT 27
🎟 Carl Junction Tournament
📍 Carl Junction, MO
⏰ Varsity – First match at 9:00 AM
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraVolleyball
🏆 NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS 🏆
Last Friday, we honored the best of Zebra Nation — our state placers, national qualifiers, regional champions, and history makers.
👏 From the mat to the track, the green to the court — your hard work and achievements represent the grit, excellence, and pride that define Claremore.
🎖 Special recognition to our Girls Track & Field Team and Boys Golf Team, who made school history as the 2025 OSSAA State Champions. Your legacy is now part of Zebra tradition!
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraExcellence | #NightOfChampions | #HistoryMakers
Last Friday, we honored the best of Zebra Nation — our state placers, national qualifiers, regional champions, and history makers.
👏 From the mat to the track, the green to the court — your hard work and achievements represent the grit, excellence, and pride that define Claremore.
🎖 Special recognition to our Girls Track & Field Team and Boys Golf Team, who made school history as the 2025 OSSAA State Champions. Your legacy is now part of Zebra tradition!
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraExcellence | #NightOfChampions | #HistoryMakers
It’s College Application Week! Our students are taking big steps toward a bright future as they complete their college applications. Our district is committed to helping every student succeed beyond high school — because their dreams deserve every opportunity. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Meet Maverick and PawLea-two service dogs with very special jobs. They visit schools to bring comfort, calm and smiles, reminding students that it's okay to take care of their hearts and minds. At Claremore Public Schools, we know mental heath matters, and we're committed to supporting the whole child every day! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓Kelsei McNabb
Representing: Student Council
Other student activities involved in: Biomed, OASC, Red Army
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to college to get my nursing degree in the pediatric medical field.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The atmosphere! It’s always so positive and full of energy, whether it’s at school, in the community, or during games and events. There’s a real sense of Zebra pride that you can feel anywhere, and it makes you want to be part of everything. That sense of unity and support is what makes being a Zebra so special!”
🦓Chloe Grubbs
Representing: Track
Other student activities involved in: Cross Country, FUZE
What are your future plans? “I’m unsure about what college I am going to attend, but I plan to follow the Physical Therapy path.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people. The Zebra family has accepted me from the beginning and given me opportunities to be something great. Many people in Claremore have been nothing but sweet, and I think you can’t find that anywhere else. I’m glad to be considered a Zebra. I also like being part of the winning team.”
🦓Weston Richie
Representing: Tennis
Other student activities involved in: FCA, Christian Club
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend college in North Carolina to study Physical Therapy.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The friends I’ve made and the connections I’ve built in the many sports I’ve played.”
🦓Anastasiia “Stacy” Denysenko
Representing: Tennis
Other student activities involved in: NHS, Biomed Club, WLC (Vice President), Young Democrats, STUCO, Fuze
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend law school, pursue my goal of becoming a licensed attorney, and use my voice as a lawyer to make a difference—law school first, changing lives next.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Embracing who I really am and finding my people in this amazing community. Once a Zebra, always a Zebra!”
🦓Kelsei McNabb
Representing: Student Council
Other student activities involved in: Biomed, OASC, Red Army
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to college to get my nursing degree in the pediatric medical field.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The atmosphere! It’s always so positive and full of energy, whether it’s at school, in the community, or during games and events. There’s a real sense of Zebra pride that you can feel anywhere, and it makes you want to be part of everything. That sense of unity and support is what makes being a Zebra so special!”
🦓Chloe Grubbs
Representing: Track
Other student activities involved in: Cross Country, FUZE
What are your future plans? “I’m unsure about what college I am going to attend, but I plan to follow the Physical Therapy path.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people. The Zebra family has accepted me from the beginning and given me opportunities to be something great. Many people in Claremore have been nothing but sweet, and I think you can’t find that anywhere else. I’m glad to be considered a Zebra. I also like being part of the winning team.”
🦓Weston Richie
Representing: Tennis
Other student activities involved in: FCA, Christian Club
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend college in North Carolina to study Physical Therapy.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The friends I’ve made and the connections I’ve built in the many sports I’ve played.”
🦓Anastasiia “Stacy” Denysenko
Representing: Tennis
Other student activities involved in: NHS, Biomed Club, WLC (Vice President), Young Democrats, STUCO, Fuze
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend law school, pursue my goal of becoming a licensed attorney, and use my voice as a lawyer to make a difference—law school first, changing lives next.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Embracing who I really am and finding my people in this amazing community. Once a Zebra, always a Zebra!”
Once a Zebra - Always a Zebra!
From our littlest youth to our Friday night lights squad, the spirit runs deep in Claremore. Proud to see future Zebras learning from today's leaders!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
A packed house. Big energy. Zebra grit.
Our Zebras opened the home slate with intensity and pride under the Friday night lights. Thanks to everyone who brought the heat on the field and in the stands. We’re just getting started. 🦓🏈
#ZebraFootball | #CPSZebraPride
Our Zebras opened the home slate with intensity and pride under the Friday night lights. Thanks to everyone who brought the heat on the field and in the stands. We’re just getting started. 🦓🏈
#ZebraFootball | #CPSZebraPride
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓Hunter Desy
Representing: Soccer
What are your future plans? “I plan to go to college to become an architect.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Going to sporting events.”
🦓Joshua Mendez
Representing: Student Council
Other student activities involved in: Football, Wrestling, FCA
What are your future plans? “I would like to get my master’s in Aerospace Engineering and hopefully work at NASA.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The culture and the community.”
🦓Madalynn Spencer
Representing: Volleyball
Other student activities involved in: Fuze
What are your future plans? “I plan to hopefully continue my volleyball career and go to college to study Physical Therapy or Radiologic Technology.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The amazing friends I have made throughout my years at Claremore.”
🦓Kaylen Woods
Representing: Student Council
Other student activities involved in: Track, Yearbook, National Honor Society, and Managing Boys Basketball
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend OU and become a lawyer.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and tradition.”
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎉 REGIONAL RUNNER-UP! 🏆
Huge congratulations to our incredible Claremore Cheerleaders on earning the 2025 5A Regional Runner-Up title!
Your grit, discipline, and relentless dedication are unmatched. Next stop? STATE. 💪🔥
Let’s keep that #CPSZebraPride alive!
#ATTAFF | #CZC | #Tradition | #ZebraNation | #OnToState
Huge congratulations to our incredible Claremore Cheerleaders on earning the 2025 5A Regional Runner-Up title!
Your grit, discipline, and relentless dedication are unmatched. Next stop? STATE. 💪🔥
Let’s keep that #CPSZebraPride alive!
#ATTAFF | #CZC | #Tradition | #ZebraNation | #OnToState
A packed house. Big energy. Zebra grit.
Our Zebras opened the home slate with intensity and pride under the Friday night lights.
Thanks to everyone who brought the heat on the field and in the stands.
We’re just getting started. 🦓🏈
#ZebraFootball | #CPSZebraPride
Our Zebras opened the home slate with intensity and pride under the Friday night lights.
Thanks to everyone who brought the heat on the field and in the stands.
We’re just getting started. 🦓🏈
#ZebraFootball | #CPSZebraPride
🏈 ZEBRA GAMEDAY🏈
Claremore hits the road under the Friday night lights to take on the Tahlequah Tigers in the first game of district play!
📅 Friday, September 26
📍 Tahlequah High School
🆚 Tahlequah Tigers
🕖 Kickoff – 7:00 PM
Bring the energy, wear your red, and rep that #CPSZebraPride loud and proud. It’s time to go to work. Let’s ride, Zebras! 🦓🔥
#ZebraFootball | #FridayNightLights
Claremore hits the road under the Friday night lights to take on the Tahlequah Tigers in the first game of district play!
📅 Friday, September 26
📍 Tahlequah High School
🆚 Tahlequah Tigers
🕖 Kickoff – 7:00 PM
Bring the energy, wear your red, and rep that #CPSZebraPride loud and proud. It’s time to go to work. Let’s ride, Zebras! 🦓🔥
#ZebraFootball | #FridayNightLights
🎨👏 Big Congratulations to Ms. Hoffer & Ms. Mercer!
Our talented art teachers, Ms. Hoffer and Ms. Mercer, have both been awarded scholarships to attend the Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute (OFAI) workshops for adults! 🌟
OFAI provides full scholarships covering tuition, room, board, and meals to dozens of teachers across Oklahoma, giving educators the chance to reignite their passion and sharpen their skills. As Ms. Hoffer shared, “My favorite thing about OFAI is how it reignites my passion for art and refuels me as an art educator.”
This year, Ms. Hoffer will dive into Cherokee Pottery, while Ms. Mercer will explore Dynamic Figure Drawing.
We are so proud of them and can’t wait to see how their creativity continues to inspire our students.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Our talented art teachers, Ms. Hoffer and Ms. Mercer, have both been awarded scholarships to attend the Oklahoma Fall Arts Institute (OFAI) workshops for adults! 🌟
OFAI provides full scholarships covering tuition, room, board, and meals to dozens of teachers across Oklahoma, giving educators the chance to reignite their passion and sharpen their skills. As Ms. Hoffer shared, “My favorite thing about OFAI is how it reignites my passion for art and refuels me as an art educator.”
This year, Ms. Hoffer will dive into Cherokee Pottery, while Ms. Mercer will explore Dynamic Figure Drawing.
We are so proud of them and can’t wait to see how their creativity continues to inspire our students.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓Abbie Douthitt
Representing: National Honor Society
Other student activities involved in: Fuze, Math Club, Competitive Dance at Heather’s Dance School, CHS Varsity Dance Team
What are your future plans? “My major is undecided, but I plan on attending RSU and hopefully continuing my dance education on the RSU Dance Team.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The sense of community. I have met so many wonderful people and have made friendships that will last a lifetime!”
🦓Gabe Rodriguez
Representing: National Honor Society
Other student activities involved in: Cross Country, Track
What are your future plans? “I plan on majoring in Computer Science and running collegiately.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The sense of community. No matter if it's in sports, NHS, or just everyday school life, I always feel welcomed and included. It's special to be part of something where everyone supports each other.”
🦓Nathan Eddy
Representing: Softball
Other student activities involved in: FCCLA
What are your future plans? “I plan on getting a job.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to have only three periods because of softball later in the year.”
🦓Keldan Wheeler
Representing: Swimming
Other student activities involved in: Soccer
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend RSU for Criminal Justice.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being on the swim team and soccer team, and having supportive teachers.”
🦓Abbie Douthitt
Representing: National Honor Society
Other student activities involved in: Fuze, Math Club, Competitive Dance at Heather’s Dance School, CHS Varsity Dance Team
What are your future plans? “My major is undecided, but I plan on attending RSU and hopefully continuing my dance education on the RSU Dance Team.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The sense of community. I have met so many wonderful people and have made friendships that will last a lifetime!”
🦓Gabe Rodriguez
Representing: National Honor Society
Other student activities involved in: Cross Country, Track
What are your future plans? “I plan on majoring in Computer Science and running collegiately.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The sense of community. No matter if it's in sports, NHS, or just everyday school life, I always feel welcomed and included. It's special to be part of something where everyone supports each other.”
🦓Nathan Eddy
Representing: Softball
Other student activities involved in: FCCLA
What are your future plans? “I plan on getting a job.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being able to have only three periods because of softball later in the year.”
🦓Keldan Wheeler
Representing: Swimming
Other student activities involved in: Soccer
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend RSU for Criminal Justice.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being on the swim team and soccer team, and having supportive teachers.”
🎉Ms. Mitchell’s Class put in their best effort today and earned some well-deserved fun during centers! They explored sensory bins to find letters in the alphabet and enjoyed reading time, all while sharing smiles and making memories! 😄 Ms. Mitchell was surprised with a special sculpture as a token of appreciation.
This year, 67 students were selected to represent their club, sport, or organization during homecoming. This week, we will introduce you to our 2025 Homecoming Representatives. 🦓❤👑
🦓David Ramthun
Representing: JROTC
Other student activities involved in: Band, Career Plan and Development
What are your future plans? “I plan on enlisting in the Navy.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The Zebra pride and the love and support from the teachers.”
🦓Angel Harris
Representing: NJROTC
What are your future plans? “To enlist in the Army National Guard and go to RSU to become a nurse.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and how supportive everyone is.”
🦓Taylor Phillips
Representing: Native American Student Association
Other student activities involved in: National Honor Society, World Language Club, Art Club, FUZE, Dinosaur Club, Biomed Club, SAGA, SADD, The Antigone Play, The Addams Family Musical
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend university at OU, where I will major in Nursing. My goal is to become an Operating Room Nurse. Beyond that, I'd love to travel the world to explore different cultures, try new foods, and immerse myself in new experiences—maybe learning a new language or two.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The amazing opportunities that come from getting involved in clubs and extracurricular activities. I love being able to attend different events, mostly with the World Language Club and Art Club. Things like visiting art museums, going to Mother Road Market, and Oktoberfest every year are really fun!”
🦓Tate Owen Dunlap
Representing: Golf
Other student activities involved in: Football, Baseball, Basketball
What are your future plans? “I plan to either become a professional golfer or a golf course head pro.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being a part of the golf team.”
🦓David Ramthun
Representing: JROTC
Other student activities involved in: Band, Career Plan and Development
What are your future plans? “I plan on enlisting in the Navy.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The Zebra pride and the love and support from the teachers.”
🦓Angel Harris
Representing: NJROTC
What are your future plans? “To enlist in the Army National Guard and go to RSU to become a nurse.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and how supportive everyone is.”
🦓Taylor Phillips
Representing: Native American Student Association
Other student activities involved in: National Honor Society, World Language Club, Art Club, FUZE, Dinosaur Club, Biomed Club, SAGA, SADD, The Antigone Play, The Addams Family Musical
What are your future plans? “I plan to attend university at OU, where I will major in Nursing. My goal is to become an Operating Room Nurse. Beyond that, I'd love to travel the world to explore different cultures, try new foods, and immerse myself in new experiences—maybe learning a new language or two.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The amazing opportunities that come from getting involved in clubs and extracurricular activities. I love being able to attend different events, mostly with the World Language Club and Art Club. Things like visiting art museums, going to Mother Road Market, and Oktoberfest every year are really fun!”
🦓Tate Owen Dunlap
Representing: Golf
Other student activities involved in: Football, Baseball, Basketball
What are your future plans? “I plan to either become a professional golfer or a golf course head pro.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “Being a part of the golf team.”
🩷New Baby Zebra Alert!
Head Athletic Trainer Karlee Davis and Coach Taylor Davis (football/baseball) have added another baby girl to our zebra dazzle.
Palmer Jane was born on September 15th at 7:36am, weighing 8 pounds and 1 ounce and measuring 20 1/4 inches long.
🦓Welcome to the Zebra family, Palmer. You are going to have a lot of big brothers and sisters on the sidelines moving forward.
🩷💙🩷That is 3 new zebras this school year for the #classof2043
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
