Catalayah Elementary

Student spotting!! 👀 Mrs. Griffin saw Braiden at Bible School!! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🚨 New Staff Alert 🚨 Help us Welcome our new Computer Teacher...… Mrs. Sargent!!!! Mrs. Sargent isn't new to Catalayah but new to the Computer Room!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

SCHOOL STARTS AUGUST 20th!!! 🥳 As you label those supplies, set out those clothes, and put those tissues in your pocket, REMEMBER to download and print that FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL SIGN for those photos! We've got them for every grade level - https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/documents/first-day-signs-(grade%2Fclass-of)/479582 All Things Back To School Webpage: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/back-to-school #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

More zip training today with our new teachers!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Student spotting!!! 👀 Ms. Rachel saw Graham, Levi and Dillon at the movie theater! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This morning Mrs. Shuck and Mrs. Basks are leading our new teachers at ZIP training!!! Zebra Induction Program is for all new Claremore employees. They talk about PLC, Great Expectations and info on how our school runs daily. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Student spotting!! 👀 Mrs. Bennet found Camila at Walmart!!! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🦓❤️STAFF SPOTLIGHT! ❤️🦓 Ms. Loyd 5th grade teacher •Favorite food: Italian food (mostly pasta) •Favorite Color: periwinkle •Drink: ocean water with cream •Birthday: August 20th •Hobby: travel and hiking •How do you spend your summer: I like to go to any swimming spot as much as I can , hang out with friends and family, reading and take as many naps as possible! I really enjoy traveling and was able to visit Alaska this summer which was a really amazing experience. I have a boyfriend named Chris and we are expecting a baby in December. I have been at Catalayah one year as a 1st grade teacher and will be returning for 2024-2025 in 5th grade. I love learning new things and look forward to this transition. Love my Catalyah team and the kids are an added bonus! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

NEW DATE SET: Tuesday, August 13th, 4pm-7pm. This is the last day to pick up JOM supplies. If you are new to the district, you must have a copy of the student’s tribal membership card and Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB) card to receive school supplies provided through JOM. 

Student spotting!!! 👀 Mrs. Norris ran into Mrs. Meyers, Davis, Mattie and Talon at the Lego store in the mall. We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Back to School Checklist for PARENT/GUARDIANS ✔️REGISTER YOUR KIDS FOR SCHOOL (class size and scheduling depends on it) ✔️Download the Claremore Public School App (turn on notifications) ✔️ Accept the email/text invite to ROOMS ✔️ Access your Infinite Campus Parent Portal ✔️ Register your bus rider & find the closest bus stop ✔️Complete the Educational Benefits Form ✔️Complete the Technology Acceptable Use Agreement (Technology Protection Plan) ✔️Add funds to your child's child nutrition account ✔️Download your First Day of School signs More info on all these is on our Back-to-School webpage for all of these items: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/back-to-school

The latest CLAREMORE ZEBRA CONNECTION Newsletter has been sent out by Claremore Public Schools to the email addresses in our database. If you haven't received it, please check your parent portal and update your contact information. In the meantime, you can access the newsletter through this link: ⬇️ https://claremorenewsletter.edurooms.com/engage/claremore-public-schools/newsletters/claremore-zebra-connection-district-august-2024

Back to school Bash at National Night out!! Mrs. Shuck has really enjoyed seeing some of our Catalayah kiddos tonight!!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

School is fast approaching!!! Are you guys ready!?!? We will be posting back to school information here so make sure and follow our page. Teachers are sending out emails to parents Thursday afternoon with a link to schedule a time to come and meet the teacher and bring supplies. If you don't receive an email by Thursday evening give us a call Friday morning. Your student must be enrolled to receive an email! If you haven't enrolled them yet you can do so on the school website. If you would like to get ahead while you're waiting for Thursday you can logon to your parent portal and fill out the free and reduced lunch form. Go to the three lines at the top left, click on more, then click meal benefits and finally the meal benefit application. It only takes a few minutes and will save you a lot of time to go ahead and get it done now. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE We have a lot of new friends on our page now. I have included a picture of our Principal, Mrs. Shuck and Assistant Principal, Mrs. Basks!

Student spotting!! 👀 Ms. Rachel ran into Paisley at the mall doing some back to school shopping! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🦓❤️ STAFF SPOTLIGHT! ❤️🦓 Mrs. Bennett, Reading Specialist •Favorite food: I like most food, my favorite is probably a good steak •Favorite Color: ❤️💙 •Drink: mostly water, but must have a good cup of coffee in the morning, I like Diet Coke with certain food •Birthday: 7-11-77, I guess I was a lucky baby. I was definitely a big one at 9lbs •Hobby: I love traveling, spending time with family, reading, camping and watching college football - Boomer Sooner! •How do you spend your summer: I spend the summer taking my daughter to her activities and traveling when I can. I started kindergarten in 1982 at Westside Elementary. In 1999 I began my first teaching job at Claremont. I’ve taught at Claremore for 25 years and Catalayah for the past thirteen years. I’ve taught third grade, first grade, Reading Recovery and have worked as a certified reading specialist for the past seventeen years. I have a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in reading instruction. I am married to Lance Bennett who teaches Science at Claremore High School and coaches basketball, track and cross country. I have a daughter, Clara who will be in seventh grade. My stepdaughter Zoe has a bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma and is a team supervisor at Family and Children Services. I have two German Shepherds, Zahra and Zaida and four cats, Cleo, Paul, Sammie and Ricky Lynn. I love my annual trip to the beach but I also love winter and I get super excited over a big snow! Fall is my favorite season when it actually feels like Fall. I love the feel and smell of the first cool fall day. Summer is fun but I’m always excited to get back in my school routine and get to know the sweet little souls of my students. I love the bond we develop and how it grows as the year progresses. It’s so exciting to see the independent, confident little readers they become during the year. I feel very lucky to have such a rewarding job. I’m thankful for the team I work with at Catalayah. I’m a Red and White Zebra for life!! 🦓❤️🤍 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Student spotting!! 👀 Mrs. Haltom saw Asher and Cabo at Texas Roadhouse!! Yum!! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Student spotting!! 👀 Mrs. McComb spotted some students in Florida!!!!! She found Landon and Kylie in Destin swimming in the Ocean! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

It's more than a meal! 6 Reasons to complete the educational benefits application! 1️⃣ Free or reduced breakfast, lunch, and technology fees 2️⃣ Additional funding for technology and internet access 3️⃣ Discounted fees for ACT & AP exams 4️⃣ Helps with the district's state aid funding 5️⃣ Discounted fees associated with college applications 6️⃣ Additional scholarship opportunities, both public and private Please note: You must re-enroll in this program each year! The application process is open now for the 24-25 school year.

Student spotting!!! 👀 Mrs. Desy found Henry and Thomas at kids day camp!! We are on the lookout for our Catalayah students all over town!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE