Claremore Public Schools

At Catalayah Elementary, Mrs. Roller’s students have welcomed some tiny new classmates, caterpillars! 🐛❤️ The students have carefully chosen names for each one, giving them lots of love and care as they grow. Soon, these little crawlers will transform into beautiful butterflies, and the class can’t wait to release them onto our playground! 🦋🌿 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎾 ZEBRA TENNIS GAME DAY 🎾 Claremore Tennis is staying sharp with back-to-back competitions at Pryor and Bartlesville. Time to rally.🦓💪🏼 📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 8 📍 Conference Tournament @ Pryor ⏰ All Day 📅 THURSDAY, APRIL 10 📍 @ Bartlesville ⏰ All Day 🗓️ Please Note: Game dates and times are accurate as scheduled, but spring sports bring spring weather! 🌦️ For the most current updates on cancellations, delays, or reschedules, please visit the official Claremore Athletics page: 🔗 www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics #ClaremoreTennis | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

⚽ ZEBRA SOCCER GAME DAY ⚽ Claremore Soccer kicks things off at home vs. Midwest City before hitting the road to face Pryor. 📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 8 🆚 Midwest City 📍HOME ⏰ JV – 4:00 PM | Varsity – 5:00 PM 📅 FRIDAY, APRIL 11 🆚 @ Pryor ⏰ JV – 3:30 PM | Varsity – 4:30 PM 🗓️ Please Note: Game dates and times are accurate as scheduled, but spring sports bring spring weather! 🌦️ For the most current updates on cancellations, delays, or reschedules, please visit the official Claremore Athletics page: 🔗 www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics #ClaremoreSoccer | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

☀️🚌 Westside Fourth Graders Hit The Gathering Place! 🌳🎉 Our Westside Elementary 4th graders soaked up the sunshine and made unforgettable memories on their field trip to The Gathering Place! From outdoor adventures to lots of laughter, it was the perfect day to explore, play, and learn together. #CPSZebraPride

➗🍕 Serving Up Fractions at Roosa Elementary! 🍕➗ Mrs. Gregg’s 1st-grade class at Roosa Elementary turned their classroom into a pizzeria to practice fractions in the most delicious way! From slicing pizzas into halves and quarters, these little chefs made math fun! 👩‍🍳🧮 #CPSZebraPride

Last week, we were thrilled to see our 2023-24 Teacher of the Year and Top 10 State Teacher of the Year Finalist, Mr. Riggs, recognized on a big stage as the Thunder Teacher of the Game! 🏀🍎 From the classroom to the court, Mr. Riggs inspires with his passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to his students. We’re so proud to have him representing Claremore Public Schools and showing what exceptional teaching looks like. 👏 Congrats, Mr. Riggs! You make us proud every single day! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

📣 VARSITY CHEER STUNT The Claremore Cheer Stunt team is prepped to perform on the big stage this week—let’s wish them confidence and clean hits!🦓💪🏼 📅 MONDAY, APRIL 7th 🦓 HS Cheer Stunt Regionals 📍 Sapulpa High School ⏰ @ 4:00pm Vs. Grove #ClaremoreCheer | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

ZEBRA SOFTBALL GAME DAY🦓 🥎 Softball is going full throttle with matchups at home and on the road. Let’s wish our team a week of clear skies and clutch hits. 📅 MONDAY, APRIL 7 📍 @ Sperry/Hominy ⏰ 4:30 PM 📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 8 🆚 Sperry/Fairland 📍HOME ⏰ 4:15 PM 📅 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9 📍 @ Haskell/Union ⏰ All Day 📅 THURSDAY, APRIL 10 📍 @ Chelsea Festival ⏰ All Day #ZebraSoftball | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

ZEBRA GAME DAY🦓⚾ District games and tournament play, let’s get to work. Claremore Baseball opens the week on the road and finishes strong at home before heading into the Tiger/Zebra Festival. 📅 MONDAY, APRIL 7 🆚 @ Pryor ⏰ 5:00 PM 📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 8 🆚 vs Pryor 📍HOME ⏰ 5:00 PM 📅 THURSDAY, APRIL 10 📍 Tiger/Zebra Festival ⏰ All Day #ZebraBaseball | #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎉🏆 Senior Sweep! 🦓 The Class of 2025 ends the year on top as the final Zebra Spirit Stick winners of the school year!🎓 #CPSZebraPride

🎉 Spring Grant Patrol Delivers Big for CPS Educators! 🍎💰 We want to thank the Claremore Public Schools Foundation for their support during the Spring Grant Patrol, which awarded our staff nearly $54,000 in grants! These grants will fund innovative classroom projects, enhance student learning experiences, and empower our educators to dream big and teach boldly. From tech tools to hands-on learning resources, the impact of these investments will be felt across our district. We are so grateful for a community that believes in the power of education and invests in the success of our students and teachers. ❤ 👏 Thank you, CPS Foundation, for being champions of excellence in Claremore! #CPSZebraPride

🔡📚 Phonics Fun in 1st Grade! 🎉 Mrs. Book’s 1st graders at Westside Elementary are rocking their phonics lessons! They're mastering long and short vowel sounds, one sound at a time, laying the foundation for strong, confident reading skills. Way to go, readers! Keep up the great work! 👏🏻✨ #CPSZebraPride

📚✨ Celebrating Our School Librarians! ✨📚 Today, and every day, we celebrate our amazing school librarians who do so much! They are literacy leaders, research guides, tech wizards, and champions of curiosity. From helping students find their next favorite read to supporting teachers with resources and ideas, our librarians are at the heart of learning in every school. Thank you for creating spaces where imagination thrives, questions are welcomed, and every student feels seen and inspired. 💡📖 Your impact reaches far beyond the library walls!❤🦓 #CPSZebraPride

🎭 Building a World of Creepy, Kooky Magic! 🕷️🏰 Our Theatre Production students are hard at work behind the scenes, bringing The Addams Family to life! This year’s set is bigger and bolder than ever, featuring some of the largest set pieces ever built for a CHS musical. The crew is crafting something truly unforgettable. You won’t want to miss the talent, creativity, and chills on stage! 📅 Show Dates: April 24–26 | ⏰ 7:30 PM Nightly 🎟️ Tickets On Sale: NOW Mark your calendars and prepare to snap along with the Addams Family! #CPSZebraPride

☀️ Recess + Sunshine = The Perfect Combo! 😎🛝 Smiles, fresh air, and fun with friends were just what we needed today! 🌼 #CPSZebraPride

🦕🎲 Dino-Mite Learning in Pre-K! 🦖✨ At Westside Elementary, Mrs. Whitaker's Pre-K class went back in time for Dinosaur Week and it was a roaring success! Students had a blast playing dino-themed board games, practicing strategic thinking, and exploring fun and educational dinosaur-themed centers. Hands-on learning + prehistoric fun = the perfect combo! 🦴💡 #CPSZebraPride

The safety and well-being of our staff and students are our utmost priorities. Due to the severe weather alert issued this morning, please be advised that CPS buses will experience delays of approximately 30 to 40 minutes. However, all school buildings will open on time. We understand that these delays may impact arrival times; no student will be marked tardy for arriving late.

🥈 Winterguard Shines at State Championships! 🥈 Claremore Winterguard delivered an outstanding performance at the WGPO State Championships this past weekend in Yukon, OK. For their show, Table for Two, they earned 2nd place in the Scholastic Regional B class! Adding to the celebration, Coach Liezel Spinks was honored as Director of the Year, and the team was recognized with the Sportsmanship Award, showcasing their talent and character. This remarkable achievement reflects the dedication, artistry, and teamwork of our Winterguard. Congratulations to all! 🏆🎭✨ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎶 5th Graders Hit All the Right Notes! 🎷💃 Our Westside Elementary 5th grade students had an unforgettable experience at the Link Up Concert with the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra at the Owasso Performing Arts Center! From performing on stage to dancing along to music, our students had a blast while deepening their appreciation for the arts. 🎼👏 What a fun and inspiring way to make music come alive! 🎺🎶 #CPSZebraPride

🌟 Claremore NJROTC: Serving with Purpose, Leading with Character! 🌟 At Claremore High School and Junior High, our NJROTC cadets are more than students. They are leaders in service who embody our core values of community and purpose daily. This year alone, they have dedicated an outstanding 3,377 hours to improving our school and community! 💪🏼🦓 Service isn’t just about time, it’s about character. Twenty-five cadets demonstrated this by giving 100+ hours each, proving that leadership starts with action. Whether volunteering, supporting local events, or mentoring younger students, these cadets are setting the standard for what it means to give back. Our cadets aren’t just preparing for their futures by prioritizing service, integrity, and teamwork. They’re actively shaping the culture of our school and inspiring others to do the same. Their dedication reminds us that small acts of service create a lasting impact on those around us. 📢 Thank you, cadets, for showing that leadership starts with giving back!🦓❤ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE