Serving Community, Honoring Tradition
In March, Claremore NJROTC cadets had the honor of supporting the annual Wild Onion Feast at Claremore First Methodist Church.
Cadets worked both behind the scenes in the kitchen and out front serving guests, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a strong commitment to serving their community.
The Wild Onion Feast is more than just a meal, it is a longstanding Cherokee tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring and brings communities together. For generations, these gatherings have also helped raise funds for important causes, including scholarships for students.
Guests enjoyed traditional foods like wild onions with eggs, beans, and fry bread, while also participating in raffles and auctions featuring handcrafted Cherokee items. Events like this not only preserve cultural heritage but also support future opportunities for students.
We are proud of our cadets for being part of such a meaningful event, one that reflects service, respect for culture, and community partnership.
Bravo Zulu, Cadets! 🦓
In March, Claremore NJROTC cadets had the honor of supporting the annual Wild Onion Feast at Claremore First Methodist Church.
Cadets worked both behind the scenes in the kitchen and out front serving guests, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a strong commitment to serving their community.
The Wild Onion Feast is more than just a meal, it is a longstanding Cherokee tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring and brings communities together. For generations, these gatherings have also helped raise funds for important causes, including scholarships for students.
Guests enjoyed traditional foods like wild onions with eggs, beans, and fry bread, while also participating in raffles and auctions featuring handcrafted Cherokee items. Events like this not only preserve cultural heritage but also support future opportunities for students.
We are proud of our cadets for being part of such a meaningful event, one that reflects service, respect for culture, and community partnership.
Bravo Zulu, Cadets! 🦓
⚾ ZEBRA BASEBALL | GAME WEEK 🦓
The Zebras are back with a rivalry matchup at home and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 13
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
⏰ 5:00pm
🌭First 40 Claremore Fans wearing Zebra Gear get a free hot dog meal!
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🆚 Pryor
📍 Away
⏰ 5:00pm
📅 April 16–18
🏟 McAlester Shootout
📍 McAlester
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
The Zebras are back with a rivalry matchup at home and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 13
🆚 Pryor
📍 Home
⏰ 5:00pm
🌭First 40 Claremore Fans wearing Zebra Gear get a free hot dog meal!
📅 Tuesday, April 14
🆚 Pryor
📍 Away
⏰ 5:00pm
📅 April 16–18
🏟 McAlester Shootout
📍 McAlester
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
🎨🦓 Creativity on full display at Will Rogers Junior High!
These photos capture our junior high students fully engaged in creating caricatures of their classmates, and the excitement has been incredible! Students have been deeply invested in both the creative process and the final results of their work.
Mrs. Breen, one of our WRJH art teachers, shared:
“It’s exciting to see them confidently applying the concepts and techniques they’ve learned. Watching preparatory lessons and step-by-step instruction come to life in their finished pieces truly highlights their understanding and growth as artists. Projects like this showcase the joy of teaching art. Seeing students recognize their own progress, take pride in their accomplishments, and celebrate their creativity is both rewarding and inspiring.”
We love seeing our students grow as artists and take pride in their work! ✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSFINEARTS
These photos capture our junior high students fully engaged in creating caricatures of their classmates, and the excitement has been incredible! Students have been deeply invested in both the creative process and the final results of their work.
Mrs. Breen, one of our WRJH art teachers, shared:
“It’s exciting to see them confidently applying the concepts and techniques they’ve learned. Watching preparatory lessons and step-by-step instruction come to life in their finished pieces truly highlights their understanding and growth as artists. Projects like this showcase the joy of teaching art. Seeing students recognize their own progress, take pride in their accomplishments, and celebrate their creativity is both rewarding and inspiring.”
We love seeing our students grow as artists and take pride in their work! ✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSFINEARTS
🎉✨ CELEBRATING CPS GREAT EXPECTATIONS MODEL SCHOOLS! 🪩🦓
Did you know Claremore Public Schools is home to 5 of only 92 Great Expectations Model Schools in the entire nation? That’s an incredible honor and a true testament to the culture and care found in every CPS classroom!
Being named a GE Model School means these campuses consistently implement practices that promote respect, high expectations, and academic excellence. It’s not just about teaching, it’s about inspiring character, leadership, and a love for learning.
🏆 Our GE Model Schools:
♥️ Roosa Elementary — 24 years a GE School
♥️ Catalayah Elementary — 14 years a GE School
♥️ Westside Elementary — 8 years a GE School
♥️ Claremont Elementary — 6 years a GE School
♥️ Will Rogers Junior High — 6 years a GE School
Earning this recognition year after year speaks volumes about the dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families. We’re proud of the environments they create, where every student feels known, valued, and challenged to be their best.
👏 Way to go, Zebras! Once again proving… it’s always a GREAT day to be a Zebra! 🦓✨
#CPSZebraPride #GreatExpectations #ModelSchools #CultureOfExcellence
Did you know Claremore Public Schools is home to 5 of only 92 Great Expectations Model Schools in the entire nation? That’s an incredible honor and a true testament to the culture and care found in every CPS classroom!
Being named a GE Model School means these campuses consistently implement practices that promote respect, high expectations, and academic excellence. It’s not just about teaching, it’s about inspiring character, leadership, and a love for learning.
🏆 Our GE Model Schools:
♥️ Roosa Elementary — 24 years a GE School
♥️ Catalayah Elementary — 14 years a GE School
♥️ Westside Elementary — 8 years a GE School
♥️ Claremont Elementary — 6 years a GE School
♥️ Will Rogers Junior High — 6 years a GE School
Earning this recognition year after year speaks volumes about the dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families. We’re proud of the environments they create, where every student feels known, valued, and challenged to be their best.
👏 Way to go, Zebras! Once again proving… it’s always a GREAT day to be a Zebra! 🦓✨
#CPSZebraPride #GreatExpectations #ModelSchools #CultureOfExcellence
🏃♀️🏃♂️ ZEBRA TRACK & FIELD | MEET DAY 🦓
The Zebras are home and ready to compete as Claremore hosts a full day of track & field action.
📅 Friday, April 10
📍 Home
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Meet times and schedules can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTrack 🦓🏃♀️🏃♂️
The Zebras are home and ready to compete as Claremore hosts a full day of track & field action.
📅 Friday, April 10
📍 Home
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Meet times and schedules can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTrack 🦓🏃♀️🏃♂️
Zebra Friday !🦓💪🏼 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
❤️🦓 Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🦓❤️
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible assistant principals across Claremore Public Schools who go above and beyond to support our students, staff, and school communities. These leaders are the heartbeat of our campuses, mentors, problem-solvers, motivators, and advocates who lead with integrity and compassion.
👏 Join us in recognizing our outstanding AP team:
🏫 Claremont Elementary – Mrs. Kim Brogan
🏫 Roosa Elementary – Mr. David Burke
🏫 Catalayah Elementary – Mrs. Jennifer Basks
🏫 Westside Elementary – Mrs. Macy Gelnar
🏫 Will Rogers Junior High – Mr. Dalton Worthington & Mrs. Crystal Luginbill
🏫 Claremore High School – Ms. Meranda Golbek, Mr. Brian Warren, & Mr. Derek Short
Thank you for your leadership, your heart, and the way you show up every day for our students. We are grateful for each of you! ❤️✨
#CPSZebraPride
This week, we proudly celebrate the incredible assistant principals across Claremore Public Schools who go above and beyond to support our students, staff, and school communities. These leaders are the heartbeat of our campuses, mentors, problem-solvers, motivators, and advocates who lead with integrity and compassion.
👏 Join us in recognizing our outstanding AP team:
🏫 Claremont Elementary – Mrs. Kim Brogan
🏫 Roosa Elementary – Mr. David Burke
🏫 Catalayah Elementary – Mrs. Jennifer Basks
🏫 Westside Elementary – Mrs. Macy Gelnar
🏫 Will Rogers Junior High – Mr. Dalton Worthington & Mrs. Crystal Luginbill
🏫 Claremore High School – Ms. Meranda Golbek, Mr. Brian Warren, & Mr. Derek Short
Thank you for your leadership, your heart, and the way you show up every day for our students. We are grateful for each of you! ❤️✨
#CPSZebraPride
Claremore High School NJROTC Explores Future Opportunities.
Recently, our Claremore High School NJROTC cadets had the opportunity to visit both Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma, gaining valuable insight into college life and future military pathways.
At OSU, cadets learned about the Army ROTC program and National Guard opportunities, exploring leadership development, scholarships, and service options. At OU, they experienced the Navy ROTC program, touring campus facilities, engaging with midshipmen, and learning about the application and scholarship process.
These visits gave cadets a firsthand look at life beyond high school—both academically and in service—while connecting them with college students, faculty, and military leaders who helped bring those opportunities to life.
Experiences like this prepare our cadets for the future and inspire them to lead with confidence, discipline, and purpose. Well done, Cadets! 🦓
Recently, our Claremore High School NJROTC cadets had the opportunity to visit both Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma, gaining valuable insight into college life and future military pathways.
At OSU, cadets learned about the Army ROTC program and National Guard opportunities, exploring leadership development, scholarships, and service options. At OU, they experienced the Navy ROTC program, touring campus facilities, engaging with midshipmen, and learning about the application and scholarship process.
These visits gave cadets a firsthand look at life beyond high school—both academically and in service—while connecting them with college students, faculty, and military leaders who helped bring those opportunities to life.
Experiences like this prepare our cadets for the future and inspire them to lead with confidence, discipline, and purpose. Well done, Cadets! 🦓
Dino-mite Learning in Mrs. Whitaker’s Class!
Mrs. Whitaker’s AM & PM classes have been busy exploring the world of dinosaurs through fun, hands-on learning centers—and the excitement is prehistoric!
they’ve also been building their reading and writing skills by practicing CVC words (consonant, vowel, consonant) on the whiteboard. Whether they’re sounding out words or “stomping” through new vocabulary, these young learners are making big progress in a fun and engaging way.
It’s safe to say these students are becoming dino-sized readers and writers, one roar-some word at a time! 🦕📚
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Mrs. Whitaker’s AM & PM classes have been busy exploring the world of dinosaurs through fun, hands-on learning centers—and the excitement is prehistoric!
they’ve also been building their reading and writing skills by practicing CVC words (consonant, vowel, consonant) on the whiteboard. Whether they’re sounding out words or “stomping” through new vocabulary, these young learners are making big progress in a fun and engaging way.
It’s safe to say these students are becoming dino-sized readers and writers, one roar-some word at a time! 🦕📚
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
⛳ LADY ZEBRA GOLF | MEET DAY 🦓
The Lady Zebras are back on the course competing at Bailey Ranch.
📅 Wednesday, April 8
📍 Bailey Ranch
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
The Lady Zebras are back on the course competing at Bailey Ranch.
📅 Wednesday, April 8
📍 Bailey Ranch
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Tee times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraGolf ⛳🦓
Master Gardeners visited our Kindergarten through 2nd grade classrooms, giving students a hands-on look at planting, soil, and pollinators. Through interactive activities, students explored the world of gardening while learning the importance of caring for our environment.
We’re grateful for this partnership and the opportunity to bring engaging, real-world learning experiences to our students. Thank you to the Master Gardeners for inspiring our young Zebras! 🦓🌸
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
We’re grateful for this partnership and the opportunity to bring engaging, real-world learning experiences to our students. Thank you to the Master Gardeners for inspiring our young Zebras! 🦓🌸
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎣🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
Spring Break adventures out on the open water! Tyler Osgood (Senior) and Emma Easton (Junior) took their Zebra pride offshore for some deep sea fishing in Perdido Key, Florida! 🌊☀️
From casting lines to reeling in the fun, it looks like these Zebras had an unforgettable time making waves over break! 🐟⚓
Traveling this season? Don’t forget to snap a pic in your Zebra gear and send it to [email protected] to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Spring Break adventures out on the open water! Tyler Osgood (Senior) and Emma Easton (Junior) took their Zebra pride offshore for some deep sea fishing in Perdido Key, Florida! 🌊☀️
From casting lines to reeling in the fun, it looks like these Zebras had an unforgettable time making waves over break! 🐟⚓
Traveling this season? Don’t forget to snap a pic in your Zebra gear and send it to [email protected] to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
⚽ ZEBRA SOCCER | GAME WEEK 🦓
Two matchups this week, home pitch energy and a road test to close it out.
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Home
⏰ Varsity Girls – 5:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 7:00 PM
🎥ZTV Links:
Girls: https://www.youtube.com/live/emlracwYmmw
Boys: https://www.youtube.com/live/oWSOwSXil7c
📅 Friday, April 10
🆚 Memorial
📍 Away
⏰ V Girls – 6:00 PM
⏰ V Boys – 7:00 PM
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoccer ⚽🦓
Two matchups this week, home pitch energy and a road test to close it out.
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Home
⏰ Varsity Girls – 5:00 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys – 7:00 PM
🎥ZTV Links:
Girls: https://www.youtube.com/live/emlracwYmmw
Boys: https://www.youtube.com/live/oWSOwSXil7c
📅 Friday, April 10
🆚 Memorial
📍 Away
⏰ V Girls – 6:00 PM
⏰ V Boys – 7:00 PM
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraSoccer ⚽🦓
🎾 ZEBRA TENNIS | GAME DAY 🦓
The Zebras head to Tulsa for conference tournament play.
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 LaFortune Park
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
The Zebras head to Tulsa for conference tournament play.
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🏟 Conference Tournament
📍 LaFortune Park
🕘 All Day
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraTennis 🎾🦓
A few weeks ago, students from Rogers State University visited our Claremore High School Aeronautics team to teach them how to use Tinkercad to design and model their own drone parts. Our students took those designs, 3D printed them, and successfully fitted them onto a working drone in preparation for the AeroGames competition.
And the results? FIRST PLACE at AeroGames! 🥇
We are incredibly proud of our students for their innovation, teamwork, and dedication throughout this process. This is what hands-on learning and strong community collaboration can accomplish.
Way to go, Zebras! 🦓✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
And the results? FIRST PLACE at AeroGames! 🥇
We are incredibly proud of our students for their innovation, teamwork, and dedication throughout this process. This is what hands-on learning and strong community collaboration can accomplish.
Way to go, Zebras! 🦓✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Claremore High School NJROTC cadets recently had the opportunity to visit the J.M. Davis Arms & Historical Museum, one of Oklahoma’s most unique historical sites located right here in Claremore.
The museum features thousands of artifacts that tell the story of American history—from the Old West to World War I and beyond—offering a deeper look into the people, cultures, and innovations that have shaped our nation.
During the visit, cadets explored exhibits highlighting military memorabilia, Native American artifacts, and items connected to early American life. This experience provided a meaningful, hands-on look at how history, culture, and technology have evolved across generations.
Founded from the lifelong collection of John Monroe Davis, the museum was established to preserve history for public education and remains free to visitors today—a true reflection of its mission to serve and educate the community.
This visit reinforced the importance of understanding our history and heritage, and our cadets represented Claremore High School NJROTC with professionalism and curiosity throughout the trip. Well done, Cadets! 🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
The museum features thousands of artifacts that tell the story of American history—from the Old West to World War I and beyond—offering a deeper look into the people, cultures, and innovations that have shaped our nation.
During the visit, cadets explored exhibits highlighting military memorabilia, Native American artifacts, and items connected to early American life. This experience provided a meaningful, hands-on look at how history, culture, and technology have evolved across generations.
Founded from the lifelong collection of John Monroe Davis, the museum was established to preserve history for public education and remains free to visitors today—a true reflection of its mission to serve and educate the community.
This visit reinforced the importance of understanding our history and heritage, and our cadets represented Claremore High School NJROTC with professionalism and curiosity throughout the trip. Well done, Cadets! 🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎢🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
Spring Break fun, Zebra style! Kaison Prine (7th grade at WRJH), Maddox Prine (4th grade at Roosa), and Ms. Prine (teacher at WRJH) spent their break in Orlando taking on Disney World and Universal Studios! ✨🎬
From thrilling rides to magical moments, this crew made the most of their Spring Break with memories that will last a lifetime!
Special thanks to Ms. Prine for sending in this awesome photo! Got a trip coming up? Be sure to snap a pic in your Zebra gear and send it to [email protected] to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Spring Break fun, Zebra style! Kaison Prine (7th grade at WRJH), Maddox Prine (4th grade at Roosa), and Ms. Prine (teacher at WRJH) spent their break in Orlando taking on Disney World and Universal Studios! ✨🎬
From thrilling rides to magical moments, this crew made the most of their Spring Break with memories that will last a lifetime!
Special thanks to Ms. Prine for sending in this awesome photo! Got a trip coming up? Be sure to snap a pic in your Zebra gear and send it to [email protected] to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
⚾ ZEBRA BASEBALL | GAME WEEK 🦓
A big week ahead with a conference matchup and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 6
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Home
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Away
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 Thursday–Friday, April 9–10
🏟 Zebra Tiger Festival
📍 Claremore
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
A big week ahead with a conference matchup and tournament play to follow.
📅 Monday, April 6
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Home
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, April 7
🆚 Collinsville
📍 Away
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 Thursday–Friday, April 9–10
🏟 Zebra Tiger Festival
📍 Claremore
🕘 Tournament Play
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Game times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraBaseball ⚾🦓
📣 ZEBRA STUNT | REGIONALS 🦓🔥
Our Lady Zebra cheerleaders are headed to Regionals ready to compete.
📅 Monday, April 6
📍 Grove
⏰ First Game – 3:00 PM
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraCheer 📣🦓
Our Lady Zebra cheerleaders are headed to Regionals ready to compete.
📅 Monday, April 6
📍 Grove
⏰ First Game – 3:00 PM
🌦️ Spring sports = spring weather. Match times and locations can change.
Stay up to date with the full athletics calendar:
https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/athletics/events
#CPSZebraPride | #ZebraCheer 📣🦓
Mrs. Kaylee Bates, a Kindergarten teacher at Catalayah Elementary, added another little zebra to the #classof2043 dazzle.
On February 28, Theodore "Teddy" made his debut, weighing 8 lbs 10 oz and measuring 21 inches long. Welcome home!
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 💙💙💙💙💙+ 💙 That's 11 new zebras this school year for our #cpszebrapride.
On February 28, Theodore "Teddy" made his debut, weighing 8 lbs 10 oz and measuring 21 inches long. Welcome home!
🩷💙🩷🩷 🩷 💙💙💙💙💙+ 💙 That's 11 new zebras this school year for our #cpszebrapride.
