Jazz Summit Hit All the Right Notes! 🎷 🎶
Students spent the week diving into the world of jazz with focused sessions on sight reading, improvisation, and big band rehearsals. From smooth solos to tight ensemble work, the talent on display was next level!
It was an unforgettable week of music, creativity, and growth—jazz dreams in the making! 🎺
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #JazzSummitCamp
Students spent the week diving into the world of jazz with focused sessions on sight reading, improvisation, and big band rehearsals. From smooth solos to tight ensemble work, the talent on display was next level!
It was an unforgettable week of music, creativity, and growth—jazz dreams in the making! 🎺
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #JazzSummitCamp
Big things are coming to Zebra Nutrition! 🦓🥪
Ryan, Brandy, and Janna just returned from the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference in San Antonio—and wow, what an experience! 🌟
They soaked up tons of new ideas, connected with school nutrition pros from across the country, and discovered exciting new products to help take our menus to the next level. Get ready, students—lunch is about to get even better!
#CPSZebraPride #ZebraNutrition
Ryan, Brandy, and Janna just returned from the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference in San Antonio—and wow, what an experience! 🌟
They soaked up tons of new ideas, connected with school nutrition pros from across the country, and discovered exciting new products to help take our menus to the next level. Get ready, students—lunch is about to get even better!
#CPSZebraPride #ZebraNutrition
☀️🌊🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
Coach John Dexter and his girlfriend Kaitlyn took their Zebra pride to Cancun, Mexico! From sandy beaches to tropical vibes, this duo brought the sunshine and the school spirit on their summer getaway.
Headed somewhere fun? Don’t forget your Zebra gear! Send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries series.
#CPSZEBRAPRID
Coach John Dexter and his girlfriend Kaitlyn took their Zebra pride to Cancun, Mexico! From sandy beaches to tropical vibes, this duo brought the sunshine and the school spirit on their summer getaway.
Headed somewhere fun? Don’t forget your Zebra gear! Send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries series.
#CPSZEBRAPRID
🌍 A Global Hello from Claremore!
CHS senior Chloe Reedy has been spreading connection and creativity on the world stage! Back in her freshman year at VEX Robotics Worlds, Chloe started a unique tradition—collecting the word “hello” in different languages from teams across the globe.
For three years, she’s turned these greetings into a powerful visual celebration of unity and the global spirit of robotics. Now, as she enters her senior year, she’s set to carry on the tradition one final time.
Way to go, Chloe—thank you for representing Claremore with heart, imagination, and world-class spirit! 💡✨#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #VEXRobotics
CHS senior Chloe Reedy has been spreading connection and creativity on the world stage! Back in her freshman year at VEX Robotics Worlds, Chloe started a unique tradition—collecting the word “hello” in different languages from teams across the globe.
For three years, she’s turned these greetings into a powerful visual celebration of unity and the global spirit of robotics. Now, as she enters her senior year, she’s set to carry on the tradition one final time.
Way to go, Chloe—thank you for representing Claremore with heart, imagination, and world-class spirit! 💡✨#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #VEXRobotics
The Henson family hit the road this summer and made unforgettable memories along the way! From the breathtaking views at Horseshoe Bend in Page, Arizona, to the iconic landscapes of Monument Valley in Utah, the awe-inspiring South Rim of the Grand Canyon, and the mighty Hoover Dam, this road trip was packed with adventure! 🚗📸
After all that exploring, they flew to California for a special graduation and concluded their trip with a peaceful sunset moment on Mandalay Beach in Ventura County. 🌅🌴
Zebra spirit + epic sights = the perfect summer combo. Got a story of your own? Send your Zebra gear photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
After all that exploring, they flew to California for a special graduation and concluded their trip with a peaceful sunset moment on Mandalay Beach in Ventura County. 🌅🌴
Zebra spirit + epic sights = the perfect summer combo. Got a story of your own? Send your Zebra gear photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🖌️🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
Art meets adventure! Mrs. Taylor Hoffer, CHS art teacher, took her creative spirit (and Zebra pride) to the stunning Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon in Arizona! 🧡⛰️
With its flowing sandstone walls and vibrant colors, it’s no surprise this breathtaking destination was a perfect stop for an artist’s summer escape.
Exploring this summer? Don’t forget your Zebra gear! Send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Art meets adventure! Mrs. Taylor Hoffer, CHS art teacher, took her creative spirit (and Zebra pride) to the stunning Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon in Arizona! 🧡⛰️
With its flowing sandstone walls and vibrant colors, it’s no surprise this breathtaking destination was a perfect stop for an artist’s summer escape.
Exploring this summer? Don’t forget your Zebra gear! Send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
NEXT LEVEL ZEBRA: Layne Cooper, CHS Class of 2012
Service has always been at the heart of Layne Cooper’s journey.
After proudly serving in the United States Air Force, Layne continues his commitment to public service as a member of the Law Enforcement Office in Chelsea.
👏 From the halls of CHS to serving his country and community, Layne represents the best of Zebra Pride in action.
📩 Submitted by Penni Holmes
#NextLevelZebra
Service has always been at the heart of Layne Cooper’s journey.
After proudly serving in the United States Air Force, Layne continues his commitment to public service as a member of the Law Enforcement Office in Chelsea.
👏 From the halls of CHS to serving his country and community, Layne represents the best of Zebra Pride in action.
📩 Submitted by Penni Holmes
#NextLevelZebra
🎉 Field Day Fun—Staff Style!
Field Day wasn’t just for the students this year—our incredible teachers and staff jumped right into the action and had an absolute blast! Their energy and enthusiasm made the day even more memorable.
We love seeing our Zebra staff lead by example—work hard, play hard! 💪😄
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Field Day wasn’t just for the students this year—our incredible teachers and staff jumped right into the action and had an absolute blast! Their energy and enthusiasm made the day even more memorable.
We love seeing our Zebra staff lead by example—work hard, play hard! 💪😄
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
One of our Zebras took her summer adventures international! Sunny Shults, a soon-to-be freshman, spent her vacation exploring the iconic cities of Paris and Rome—and sent us some amazing photos to prove it! 🗼🍝✈️
Sunny had a FABULOUS time soaking up the culture and making memories.
Headed out on your own adventure? Be sure to snap a photo in your Zebra gear and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
One of our Zebras took her summer adventures international! Sunny Shults, a soon-to-be freshman, spent her vacation exploring the iconic cities of Paris and Rome—and sent us some amazing photos to prove it! 🗼🍝✈️
Sunny had a FABULOUS time soaking up the culture and making memories.
Headed out on your own adventure? Be sure to snap a photo in your Zebra gear and send it to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Chef Ryan recreates one of the fan favorites from our Junior Chef competition—Mini Taco Bites!
Perfect for parties, game nights, or a family snack, these bites are big on flavor and easy to make. Watch the video, try it at home, and bring a taste of #CPSZEBRAPRIDE to your table!
https://youtu.be/E4ZoLsm5DQs
Perfect for parties, game nights, or a family snack, these bites are big on flavor and easy to make. Watch the video, try it at home, and bring a taste of #CPSZEBRAPRIDE to your table!
https://youtu.be/E4ZoLsm5DQs
👯♀️ Twinning Tuesday... Totally by Accident! 👯♀️
Great minds think alike! Ms. Kurth and Ms. James showed up in identical outfits—completely unplanned. 😂 Talk about true teacher telepathy!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #GreatMindsThinkAlike
Great minds think alike! Ms. Kurth and Ms. James showed up in identical outfits—completely unplanned. 😂 Talk about true teacher telepathy!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #GreatMindsThinkAlike
🌟 Alumni Camp 2025 is officially in the books, and our Claremore FFA members are back from an unforgettable week at Camp Tulakogee, also known as the “Happiest Place on Earth!” 🏕️💙
Seven of our FFA students spent four days alongside members from across Oklahoma, building leadership and teamwork skills through hands-on activities and hearing from inspiring keynote speakers.
Alumni Camp is all about discovering your potential, growing as a leader, and bringing fresh energy back to your FFA chapter—and our students are ready to do just that! 💪🌾
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Seven of our FFA students spent four days alongside members from across Oklahoma, building leadership and teamwork skills through hands-on activities and hearing from inspiring keynote speakers.
Alumni Camp is all about discovering your potential, growing as a leader, and bringing fresh energy back to your FFA chapter—and our students are ready to do just that! 💪🌾
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🌵🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
Desert adventures with a full herd of Zebras! Mrs. Mills, a 3rd grade teacher at Claremont, hit the road to Arizona with her favorite girls—Breezy (3rd grade at Roosa), Maizie (Pre-K at Roosa), and their future Zebra sister, Wrenlie! 🏜️
From red rock views to sunshine-filled memories, these ladies brought their Zebra spirit to the Southwest in style!
Headed out on your own adventure? Don’t forget to pack your Zebra gear and send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Desert adventures with a full herd of Zebras! Mrs. Mills, a 3rd grade teacher at Claremont, hit the road to Arizona with her favorite girls—Breezy (3rd grade at Roosa), Maizie (Pre-K at Roosa), and their future Zebra sister, Wrenlie! 🏜️
From red rock views to sunshine-filled memories, these ladies brought their Zebra spirit to the Southwest in style!
Headed out on your own adventure? Don’t forget to pack your Zebra gear and send your photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🏀 Our future hoop stars hit the court this week at Basketball Camp, sharpening their skills, building teamwork, and bringing the energy ! The future looks bright in Claremore! 🌟 🏆
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #BasketballCamp
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #BasketballCamp
🍽️ NEXT LEVEL ZEBRA: Chris Biard
Big news from Nashville! CHS alumni Chris Biard and his wife Emma were recently featured in the Nashville Business Journal for the success of their restaurant, S.S. Gai. Chris is the son of Bill & Linda Biard, longtime owners of Claremore’s iconic Hammett House!
Known for their Thai-style hot chicken, the couple launched their business during the pandemic and are now preparing to open their first brick-and-mortar location in East Nashville. Not only has Eater.com hailed S.S. Gai as having the best fried chicken in Nashville, but last year, celebrity chef Bobby Flay stopped by specifically to try their famous Thai fried chicken after hearing the buzz!
👏 Proud of Chris & Emma and their incredible crew for making their mark in the culinary world.
Read more about their story here:
https://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2025/07/01/ss-gai-nashville-chefs-brick-and-mortar.html
📩 Submitted by their proud family.
#NextLevelZebra #ZebraAlumni #CPSZebraPride
🎶 WRJH Choir Hits All the Right Notes! 🎶
Our incredible WRJH choir wowed the judges at the Heartland Music Festival, bringing home Sweepstakes Trophies for the Mixed Choir, Treble Choir, and Show Choir! 🏆 Their stunning performances and hard work truly paid off—we couldn’t be prouder!
To celebrate their big win, the choir capped off the day with well-earned fun at Frontier City Amusement Park! 🎢🎉
Huge congratulations to our talented students and a heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Ketterling for her leadership and dedication!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🏞️🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
The Ogden family took their Claremore pride to new heights on their Colorado adventure! Bethany Ogden (CHS para) with her daughter Mia (WRJH student), and Kaylee Ogden (Catalayah para) with Addi and Aaron (Catalayah students), proudly wore their Zebra shirts all the way to the top of Pikes Peak! ⛰️
Their trip was packed with incredible stops, including the ghost towns of Animas Forks and St. Elmo, Mesa Verde National Park, Manitou Springs Cliff Dwellings, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and the stunning Garden of the Gods.
From mountain peaks to historic sites, they proved that no matter where you go, Zebra pride always comes along for the ride!
Got summer adventures of your own? Send your Zebra gear photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and join our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
The Ogden family took their Claremore pride to new heights on their Colorado adventure! Bethany Ogden (CHS para) with her daughter Mia (WRJH student), and Kaylee Ogden (Catalayah para) with Addi and Aaron (Catalayah students), proudly wore their Zebra shirts all the way to the top of Pikes Peak! ⛰️
Their trip was packed with incredible stops, including the ghost towns of Animas Forks and St. Elmo, Mesa Verde National Park, Manitou Springs Cliff Dwellings, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, and the stunning Garden of the Gods.
From mountain peaks to historic sites, they proved that no matter where you go, Zebra pride always comes along for the ride!
Got summer adventures of your own? Send your Zebra gear photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us and join our #ZebraTravelDiaries!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
📣Youth Cheer Camp starts this week!
🏀-🏈-🏐-⚾ -📣- 🎨- 👨👨👧👧- 🍔- 🤠 Check out our website for a complete school and community summer activities list ➡ Go to > https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/camps
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🦓 #ZebraTravelDiaries
This crew packed plenty of adventure (and Zebra pride!) into their Fourth of July weekend! 8th graders Kayson and Kelan, Karson (a 4th grader at Catalayah), and future Zebras Cash and Presley kicked off their trip with a stop in West Monroe, Louisiana, to visit Duck Commander/Buck Commander, and they ended up as extras in a promo video for Willie Robertson’s podcast! 🎥🦆 Karson even got to meet Willie himself! Then it was off to soak up the sun at Orange Beach, Alabama, to celebrate Independence Day with plenty of beach fun, fireworks, and family memories. ☀️🌊🎇
Summer adventures don’t get much more all-American than this! Got your own Zebra gear on the move? Send your pics to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us to be featured in our #ZebraTravelDiaries! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎓 Future Friday 🏫💰
Congratulations to Kizer Ballard, Jessica Ericksen (not pictured), and Cooper Zickefoose (not pictured), each awarded a $900 Rotary Club Scholarship!
Thank you to the Rotary Club of Claremore for investing in the future of our students and recognizing their leadership, service, and academic excellence.
Want to support the next generation of Zebras? Partner with the Claremore Public Schools Foundation:
👉 https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #FutureFriday
