Claremore Public Schools

"🔬 Safety-First Scientists: Our 5th graders aced lab safety, and now they're geared up to explore the wonders of science! 🚀💡 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Let's give a round of applause and congratulations to Tavis Fontenot! 🌟🎤👏 Claremore High School Senior, Tavis Fontenot has been selected for the 2023-2024 Oklahoma Choral Directors Association ALL-STATE Jazz Choir for the third consecutive year! 🎷🎶 This is no small feat, as he was selected for the top 24 from a pool of 800-1000 candidates. Tavis is one of only three students in the past five years to attain the prestigious title of "3-Year Member."🌟 Way to represent, Tavis!🎤🎼🎶🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

“A gifted teacher is not only prepared to meet the needs of today’s child but is also prepared to foresee the hopes and dreams in every child’s future.”- Robert John Meehan TTCU Federal Credit Union - Teacher of the Game: Mrs. Jennifer Rahe! Thank you to TTCU Claremore for recognizing our teachers and being an integral part of our community!❤📚🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Rahn’s class has studied the sun and prepared for the Annular Eclipse. An Annular Eclipse is when the moon does not cover the entire disc of the sun so that a ring of sunlight surrounds the shadow of the moon. 🌒 They had a "front-row seat" for the Eclipse that occurred on Saturday, October 14th. Students made their own solar eclipse pinhole viewers for the eclipse and tried to view sunspots on the Sun Spotter. 🕶🌞🌑 Did you see the Annular Eclipse? #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Kindergarten, where tiny hands, big hearts, and group learning make the world go 'round! 🌍💕✏️ Claremont kindergartners in Mrs. Browning's class love to work together in their learning! Collaboration is a key element in teaching students how to work with others as they advance in their school careers. Together, we learn, grow, and giggle our way through the ABCs of life.🧡👫📚 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Every year Claremore Zebras unite together in support of staff members and students personally battling cancer. ZUAC (Zebras United Against Cancer), is an organization at Claremore High School that fundraises to provide financial support to our Zebra family members who have been personally affected by cancer. Pink out is one of many ways the Zebras show support and raise money for this organization, and if there is one thing the Zebras know how to do it is PINK OUT!💗🦓💪🏼💕🎀 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎃 Learning at its CUTEST! Our little pumpkins from the Catalayah patch went on a fall-filled field trip! 🚌🌾. A day full of smiles, education, memories, and endless pumpk-inspiration!🍎☀🍂 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎭 CASTING CALL - Disney FROZEN JR AUDITIONS! 📍Robson Performing Arts Center - 101 East Stuart Roosa, Claremore, OK 📅Saturday, October 21st 👨‍👨‍👧‍👦Ages 8 to 18 2 Audition Times for Your Convenience! ⌚10am-Noon or 1pm-3pm *Can't make it that day? Set up an appt. Email - Ruby Quinn at rquinn@claremore.k12.ok.us Performances Are December 15-17! Rehearsals M-Th, 6-8pm, with some Saturday Mornings No stress auditions! Younger ones will be given a line to check for volume. and we will sing along to a song from Frozen! We'd love to hear a song from teens being considered for big roles, but no stress! We are here to have fun! For more info call 918-923-4290.

🔥 Claremore's Heroes in Action! The Claremore Fire Department made time in their busy schedule to empower our elementary students with vital fire safety knowledge. From thrilling fire truck tours to heart-pounding escape drills, our kids have a hands-on lesson they won't forget! 🚒🚨 Thank you, Claremore Fire Department, for your unwavering dedication to our community's safety and education! 🙌🏫 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CommunityHeroes

“The Zebras go galloping on” into week 8 with a 7-0 season. The Zebras showed up loud and proud for Pink Out and got the “W”!💪🏼🏈💗 They play at Bishop Kelley against the Comets this Friday! Show up, show out, and show your #CPSZEBRAPRIDE!🏈🦓💪🏼

Westside Elementary Native American Club students are getting creative!🎨🖌🐂 Students are learning about Native American culture, and traditions through the integration of hands-on projects. Club sponsor and art teacher, Mr. McClurg, led the discussion about the history and importance of bison to the tribes of the plains. Students put what they learned to paper and created their own bison drawings. What an awesome & meaningful project! ✍🏽❤️🎨 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

IT'S FRIDAY, AND THAT MEANS ... ZEBRA GAME DAYYYYY!🦓💪🏈 Our UNDEFEATED Claremore Zebras will play tonight against the Edison Eagles at Lantow Field! You don't want to miss this team in action! 📍: @ Lantow Field 📆: Friday, October 13th ⏰: Kickoff @ 7:00pm 🎗: Tonight is PINK OUT - show up and show off your pink to support Zebras United Against Cancer (ZUAC)! If you can't make it, ZTV has got you covered with the link below: https://youtube.com/live/zJWobIdNF8w?feature=share Show up and show your #CPSZEBRAPRIDE🏈💪🏼🦓❤ NOTE: ZTV will never require you to pay to watch a live stream. Beware of random spammers trying to promote paid streaming. 🚫Claremore does not allow backpacks, large purses, oversized tote bags, or diaper bags into the stadium. See our safety policies here: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/1226040

Catalyah has 4th-grade paleontologists in Mr. Elliott’s class! Students made salt dough fossils. Students created a fossil of their imagination and waited patiently for them to "fossilize".The next day, "led paleontologist" Mr. Elliot brought the fossils buried in sand and the students had to dig them up! It was a fossil-fabulous time!🦴🥼🦓🔎 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Let’s welcome Mrs. Kaylee Case to the Zebra family in today’s New Teacher Feature! Mrs. Kaylee Case is an 8th-grade math teacher at Will Rogers Junior High. She graduated from Northeastern State University with a Bachelor's in Secondary Mathematics and is working on getting her Master's in School Counseling. This is her second year teaching but her first with CPS! When asked why she chose Claremore Public Schools, she shared, “I chose CPS because I wanted to teach somewhere close to home, welcoming staff members, and a great school district to teach in. I believe CPS is a great fit for me in these areas.” She has always wanted to be a teacher, “I started teaching because I love helping students learn. I want to help shape the next generation of students to become great citizens in this world. I love math, and I want to teach students how to love math as well.” She and her husband, Austin, have a dog named Mae Belle! She loves all things outdoors and sport-related! A fun fact about her is she has never eaten a cheeseburger, although she is not a vegetarian! Favorites: 📽: Any Hallmark movie! 📚: The Bible 🍽: Pretzels or Popcorn 🍬: Anything chocolate 🥤: Coke 🌈: Green 📍 : Hawaii 🚩: Oklahoma 📝: "Be Strong and Courageous... Joshua 1:9” Welcome to the Claremore Zebra Dazzle, Mrs. Kaylee Case!❤🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremont 4th-graders are learning the ropes of the Innovation Lab! They participated in orientation to learn all about the lab! Our students are excited to get to further create and learn!🖥🦓❤ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Catalayah 4th-graders went to the Gathering Place for a field trip! This event allowed them to build critical thinking, teamwork, and observation skills! Students learn best by experiencing things and what better way to do that than at the Gathering Place!❤🦓☀🌳 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremore NJROTC Cadets had the opportunity to teach US Flag folding to the entire 3rd Grade at Claremont Elementary! Every 3rd grader received a US Flag etiquette booklet, and each class was given a brand new US Flag to display in their classroom. What a fun collaboration and learning experience for both our high school and Claremont students!❤💙🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Let’s welcome Mrs. Megan Reynolds to the Zebra family in today’s New Teacher Feature! Mrs. Reynolds is a Spanish teacher at Claremore High School. She graduated from Brigham Young University and has taught for 24 years! When asked what she likes about Claremore Public Schools most, she shared, “Everyone I've met has been very friendly and supportive. I love the emphasis that CPS places on the Arts and the Engineering programs.” She has always wanted to be a teacher, “I've been blessed with many amazing teachers from elementary school through college, some of whom I still keep in touch with. It's exciting to be able to help others gain knowledge and confidence in themselves. I really feel like learning is fun!” She and her husband, Matthew, have two children and one dog, Nellie! A few interesting facts about Mrs. Reynolds are her first teaching job was in a bilingual elementary classroom in Texas, she has served in the children’s organization at her church for over 20 years, and she loves spending time with family and friends! 📽: The Help, What About Bob? 📚: Where The Crawdads Sing & Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 🍽: Chips and salsa, anything crunchy 🍬: Reese's cups, anything dark chocolate 🥤: Chick-Fil-A diet lemonade 🌈: Purple 📍 : Toronto, Canada or Hilton Head, South Carolina 🚩: BYU Cougars 📝: "If it is to be, it is up to me.” ”Be patient with all things, but especially with yourself.” Welcome to the Claremore Zebra family, Mrs. Megan Reynolds!❤🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Every day at all of our elementaries we have what we call WIN Time! It is "What I Need" time!🦓🧠📚 Every day, teachers are all hands on deck and lead WIN time mini-lessons for every single student at their site. This time gives students individual help and further breakdown concepts to ensure everyone is where they need to be! They work in small groups with intentional and creative instruction. ✏️🎯📚 Small groups = BIG IMPACT! 💪🏽❤️🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Catalayah had visitors from Claremore Master Gardeners! Mrs. Casey's class is learning about all things insects for their lesson. They learned all about different types of insects, which ones are helpful to plants, which are harmful, and their anatomy! 🐞🐜🌸 🌱These students are learning about nature, developing observing skills, and about research! What a fun creepy crawly lesson! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE