Homecoming Court 2025
The Class of 2026 voted and chose 16 to represent them on the Homecoming Court. The entire student body then voted from the Court for the 2025 Homecoming King and Queen, which will be announced Friday night at 6:30 at Lantow Field. Here is your Homecoming Court. 🦓👑❤
🦓Kiera Kokko-Petty
Representing: FCA
Other student activities involved in: Dance, Band, STUCCO Club, Golf, Drumline
What are your future plans? “I plan to become an anesthesiologist.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “I love the school spirit and how involved in the community we are.”
🦓Alan Carrillo
Representing: Cross Country
Other student activities involved in: Track & Field, Marching Band, Concert Band
What are your future plans? “My plans for the future are to attend TTC, complete my basics, and major in a field that interests me.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The atmosphere of the Friday games and the feeling of being welcome in high school.”
🦓Chloe Reedy
Representing: Robotics
Other student activities involved in: ZTV, Biomed Club, SkillsUSA, Math Club
What are your future plans? “To go to OSU and get my degree in medicine. Then I am going to become an emergency medicine physician.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and the amount of things Claremore offers—it feels like home to me.”
🦓Caden Fox
Representing: Academic Team
Other student activities involved in: Band, Robotics, Math Club, Biomed Club, SkillsUSA, Musical Theater, Improv
What are your future plans? “Pursuing either a degree in mechanical engineering with an emphasis on robotics or political science on a pre-law track.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people who make the Zebra community so welcoming.”
The Class of 2026 voted and chose 16 to represent them on the Homecoming Court. The entire student body then voted from the Court for the 2025 Homecoming King and Queen, which will be announced Friday night at 6:30 at Lantow Field. Here is your Homecoming Court. 🦓👑❤
🦓Kiera Kokko-Petty
Representing: FCA
Other student activities involved in: Dance, Band, STUCCO Club, Golf, Drumline
What are your future plans? “I plan to become an anesthesiologist.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “I love the school spirit and how involved in the community we are.”
🦓Alan Carrillo
Representing: Cross Country
Other student activities involved in: Track & Field, Marching Band, Concert Band
What are your future plans? “My plans for the future are to attend TTC, complete my basics, and major in a field that interests me.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The atmosphere of the Friday games and the feeling of being welcome in high school.”
🦓Chloe Reedy
Representing: Robotics
Other student activities involved in: ZTV, Biomed Club, SkillsUSA, Math Club
What are your future plans? “To go to OSU and get my degree in medicine. Then I am going to become an emergency medicine physician.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and the amount of things Claremore offers—it feels like home to me.”
🦓Caden Fox
Representing: Academic Team
Other student activities involved in: Band, Robotics, Math Club, Biomed Club, SkillsUSA, Musical Theater, Improv
What are your future plans? “Pursuing either a degree in mechanical engineering with an emphasis on robotics or political science on a pre-law track.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The people who make the Zebra community so welcoming.”
🍁 Fall is in the air in Mrs. Ward’s first grade! 🌻 Our little learners put their creativity to work crafting the cutest scarecrows to welcome the new season. 🌽🍂 We’re ready for cozy days, crunchy leaves, and all things autumn! 🍎✨
#CPSZebraPride
#CPSZebraPride
📆Here is your calendar reminder for October
🔴3, 10, 24 - Early Release Days (PLC)
🔴9 - WRJH Parent/Teacher Conferences
🔴9, 14 - Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
🔴16, 17 - CLOSED (Fall Break)
For the second year in a row, Claremore Zebra Band brings home the 1st place trophy from the Stallion Battalion competition hosted by Oologah!
#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. 🦓❤👑
🦓Leah Merriman
Representing: Young Democrats
Other student activities involved in: National Honor Society, Biomed Club, World Language Club, FUZE, FCA, Student Council
What are your future plans? “My future plans include studying business with a minor in a medical/biology-related field, and then pursuing law school.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and the meaningful relationships I’ve built, along with the opportunity to be involved in so many sports and organizations.”
🦓Emma W.
Representing: Young Republicans
Other student activities involved in: Christian Club, SADD Club, FCCLA, World Language Club
What are your future plans? “My future post-secondary plan is to attend college and study to become an ultrasound technician.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The limitless opportunities available, as well as the friendships I’ve made!”
🦓Ella Ragland
Representing: ZTV
Other student activities involved in: Yearbook, Math Club
What are your future plans? “As of right now, I plan to attend Oklahoma State University to get my degree in Early Childhood Education.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “How close our community is. Our pep rallies, assemblies, spirit weeks, and clubs are welcoming to everyone and make this community one of a kind.”
🦓Leah Merriman
Representing: Young Democrats
Other student activities involved in: National Honor Society, Biomed Club, World Language Club, FUZE, FCA, Student Council
What are your future plans? “My future plans include studying business with a minor in a medical/biology-related field, and then pursuing law school.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The community and the meaningful relationships I’ve built, along with the opportunity to be involved in so many sports and organizations.”
🦓Emma W.
Representing: Young Republicans
Other student activities involved in: Christian Club, SADD Club, FCCLA, World Language Club
What are your future plans? “My future post-secondary plan is to attend college and study to become an ultrasound technician.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “The limitless opportunities available, as well as the friendships I’ve made!”
🦓Ella Ragland
Representing: ZTV
Other student activities involved in: Yearbook, Math Club
What are your future plans? “As of right now, I plan to attend Oklahoma State University to get my degree in Early Childhood Education.”
What is your favorite part about being a Zebra? “How close our community is. Our pep rallies, assemblies, spirit weeks, and clubs are welcoming to everyone and make this community one of a kind.”
🏃♂️ MEET DAY: CARL ALBERT INVITE 🏃♀️
The Zebras are back on the trail this weekend, heading to the Carl Albert Invitational to keep the momentum going. Let’s run fast, finish strong, and represent with grit!
📅 Saturday, September 27
📍 Carl Albert
⏰ Race Time: TBA
#ZebraDistance | #CPSZebraPride | #RunWithPurpose 🦓👟
The Zebras are back on the trail this weekend, heading to the Carl Albert Invitational to keep the momentum going. Let’s run fast, finish strong, and represent with grit!
📅 Saturday, September 27
📍 Carl Albert
⏰ Race Time: TBA
#ZebraDistance | #CPSZebraPride | #RunWithPurpose 🦓👟
📣 STATE - Claremore Cheer Takes the Mat! 🦓
Let’s fill the stands and bring the energy. Claremore Cheer is ready to bring it! 🖤❤️
📍 UMAC – 6836 S Mingo Rd, Tulsa
📆 Saturday, Sept. 27
🕓 Performance Time: 4:05 PM
🎟 Tickets:
🔗 https://gofan.co/event/4551962?schoolId=OSSAA $11.50
💵 $13.00 cash at the gate
Heads up:
🚫 No outside food/drinks, noise makers, or signs.
🍿 Concessions open
#CPSZebraPride | #CZC | #TAKESTATE
WHAT DAY IS IT??? ZEBRA FRIDAY!!!!🦓💪🏼 #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 7:00pm
🎥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
