Tomorrow brings the beginning of a new year at CPS and our teachers and staff are ready to have all our students back in our classrooms. Remember #AttendenceMatters in 2020. Resolve to make sure your child is present for the beginning of new chapters, new concepts, new practices, new techniques, new experiences, etc. EVERY DAY in 2020.
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As you prepare to go back to school remember it is a good time to wash coats, hats, gloves, and book bags, etc. to help limit the spread of germs. You can also use disinfectant wipes on items like book covers, binders, folders, and other items that can’t be washed. Thanks for helping keep our students and staff healthy.
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The Cherokee Nation has always been a supporter of Claremore Public Schools and our students. The projects they partner with us on don't just benefit our Native American students but all our students. Here, Keith Austin sits and talks to our NHS President and Representative about Native American culture, heritage, and the Hope Race NHS coordinated this fall.
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Welcome to our very first Fridays With Frazier, a new series to help keep our community informed about what gives our district and city its #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. Our goals are to keep an open line of communication, to reach all our community, and help disseminate accurate and up-to-date information utilizing all modern mediums.
You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/eqlRqUBUJS4
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Behind the scenes of the launch of our new VLOG "Fridays with Frazier". A series we will run to keep you up-to-date on the progress of the #ZEBRABOND2019 projects, interview teachers, spotlight, and celebrate those that fill us with #CPSZEBRAPRIDE! Launch January 4th.
T.S. Eliot, "Little Gidding"
"Last year's words belong to last year's language. And next year's words await another voice."
What word(s) will give your 2020 direction?
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CHS Volleyball Team takes time to BLOCK OUT CANCER. Raising $1000 to contribute to the ZUAC (Zebras United Against Cancer) fund; it's the most significant contribution from any of our sports teams currently. They have set the bar and challenge the other sports teams and clubs to show their #CPSZEBRAPRIDE and match their donation.
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Christmas is a spirit, a state of mind, a joyous feeling, the Grinch came to understand. These teachers, coaches, and principals could teach him a thing or two about appreciating each day with your kids, their gifting, differences, and their challenges.
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Welcome to the Zebra Family Perry Elizabeth Boyer! Born to Mr. Matt Boyer, CHS Ag Ed Teacher, and his wife Erica on Dec. 20th.
Tonight (12.26) from 6P - 8P is the last night the Claremore High School band students will be playing at the Cotton Patch Cafe and the last day they will donate 10% of your total bill back to CBBA. This is an all day event; just tell them you are supporting the Claremore Band.
Please come out and support the band & show your #CPSZEBRAPRIDE!
CHS Volleyball players sharing the true gift of giving this season. This year the volleyball program was able to bless 4 young ladies that go to CHS with plenty of gifts from the Zebra Angel Tree. Merry Christmas to all!
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Twas the Night Before Christmas
For Teachers - By Joyce Luke
'Twas the week before Christmas and all through the school
Not a pupil was silent, no matter what rule.
The children were busy with paper and paste;
The mess that they made with it couldn't be faced.
The teacher half frantic and almost in tears,
Had just settled down to work with her dears,
When out in the hall there arose such a clatter
up sprang the kids to see what was the matter!
Away to the door they all flew like a flash;
The one who was leading went down with a crash.
Then what to their wondering eyes did appear
But a green Christmas tree! (To decorate I fear!)
When the teacher saw this, she almost grew sick.
She knew in a moment it must be Old Nick!
She ran to the door (all her efforts were vain)
But she shouted, and stamped, and she called them by name;
"Now Tommy! Now Sandy, Now Judy and Harry!
Stop Billy! Stop Robert! Stop Donny and Sherry!
Now get to your places get away from the hall
Now get away! Get away! Get away all!
As leaves that before the wild hurricane fly
The pupils, pell mell, started scurrying by.
They ran to the blackboard and skipped down the aisle;
Their faces were shining and each had a smile.
First came a basket of popcorn to string
Then came the Christmas tree (menacing thing).
As the tree was brought in there arose a great shout;
The pupils were merrily romping about.
The state they were in could lead to a riot;
The teacher was sure, if allowed, they would try it.
Her nerves how they jangled! Her temples were throbbing!
The rush of her breath sounded almost like sobbing!
The lines of her face were as fixed as a mask;
It was plain that she didn't feel up to her task.
The look in her eye would have tamed a wild steer,
But the children ignored it; they did every year.
A tear from her eye and a shake of her head
Soon led me to think that she wished she were dead.
She spoke not a word but went straight to her work,
Strung all the popcorn which broke with a jerk.
But at last it was finished and placed on the tree;
Then came the bell and the children were free.
Their shrill little voices soon faded away
And peace was restored at the end of the day.
As she looked at the Christmas tree glistening and tall,
She smiled as she whispered,
"Merry Christmas to All"!!
Merry Christmas from all the principals at CHS.
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Claremore High School Career Development Program is hosting a career interviewing workshop this week. This year the program invited the College and Career Classes to participate. Professionals from various community businesses volunteered their time to interview over 150 high school juniors and seniors, review their resumes, and give them feedback on how to strengthen their skills.
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The City of Claremore proudly announce one free baseball clinic and one free softball clinic during the month of January 2020.
Contact Ron Paris to enroll or ask questions at (918)342-2522 or e-mail rparis@claremorecity.com
Remember you can get our weekly announcements on the website or the APP at any time. Go to claremore.k12.ok.us > site > Claremore High School > News > Announcements
However, here is a shortcut to help you find it this week: http://claremoreok.apptegy.us/o/chs/news
AXH, our partner in education, provided for six of our angels on our CHS angel tree. We appreciate AXH for the heart they have for our students. Thank you!!
"It's a beautiful mess in the art room today! My students are working on clay coil pots! They have to incorporate three different types of coils (braids, twists, swirls) or sculptural elements into their vessels. They're doing awesome for their first clay project," explained our art teacher, Mrs. Hoffer-Williams.
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Thank you to Elizabeth Jean Salon for joining us on our quest to raise money for Zebras United Against Cancer. They did a drawing for a basket from community stores and raised $260 for the cause. "Instead of sending it to a national organization they choose to support ZUAC because it stayed in Claremore and directly benefited individuals in our Zebra Family." - Kristin Sanders Roseberry
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Congratulations to our November Students of the Month at CHS. These students are chosen by teachers because they are good "students." They are recognized for working hard, helping others, asking thoughtful questions, persevering, all those work ethics that will help them succeed in life after high school. These students have been selected that represent our motto, Excellence For All - Excellence From All.
9th
Maddie McMorris is a part of our regional championship cheerleading team.
Cole Merriman is on the tennis team.
10th
Jarreka Hurt spends a lot of time on the sidelines, as one of our student athletic trainers for three sports. As a member of the National Honor Society, focusing on scholarship, leadership, service, and character. As a StuCo Member at Large, she is constantly involved in building student morale and school spirit. She is also part of the FCA, Christian Club, and Native American Club.
Noah Smallwood is a three-sport athlete playing football basketball & baseball
11th
Zoe Ward is in our Engineering program and a part of SkillsUSA, as well as the Chemistry Club. This is her first year in the National Honor Society and FUZE - A mentoring program for freshmen students. She attends SADD, FCA, and Christian Club. In the fall, she ran cross country and was a part of our state-qualifying team.
Scott Arkie is musically inclined and an active part of our Marching Band, Concert Band, and the competitive Indoor percussion band. He plays the bass and the tenor drums.
12th
Reese Merriman is Captain of our nationally recognized Dance team, serves as the NHS Vice President and Psychology Club Treasurer. She is also active in the math club, SADD, and a mentor in our FUZE program. She also helps with the Zebras United Against Cancer program and help raise money for teacher grants through the HOPE RACE.
Ethan Shires plays football, runs track, and is a mentor in our FUZE program.
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