Claremore High School

We had a few more staff members and graduates to feature so we are continuing our COUNTDOWN...TO SUMMER - 3 Days Lane Johnson is involved in FFA and band. He will always remember his elementary years at CPS. Ms. Tonya Johnson works at WRJH in the janitorial department. Although she has been on staff for 2 years she is a 1993 CHS graduate. Her favorite memory is watching Lane march in halftime shows at football games and in the annual Claremore Christmas parades. #CPSZEBARPRIDE

It's time to make sure all your school-issued technology devices are returned to school. Remember to bring in the device, power cord, and cover. If you have not already returned your device to your child's school of record, please do so ASAP. The deadline is May 18, 2022. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

ZTV debuted the 2022 CHS Disney Channel LipDub at graduation. You can check it out here if you were not in the stands on Sunday. This annual event cumulates the end of school, provides a school-wide team project, instills #CPSZEBRAPRIDE, gives our ZTV students an assignment to tie in all their digital editing skills, and entertainment for our community. It develops our students the opportunity to build their soft skills too - time management, project management, interpersonal relationships, leadership, grit, and many others. It is definately one of those events our students will take about 5, 10, 20 years after it is over. We are truly "All In This Together." 🎶 ▶ https://youtu.be/7YoJ4hOWg_A

ZEBRA Basketball Camp, May 25-27 1st - 9th graders $40/camper (employee & sibling discounts available) Hosted by CHS boys basketball coaches. Contact: Coach Nolan at tnolan@claremore.k12.ok.us More info: https://5il.co/sld0 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

CLAREMORE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION - MAY 15, 2022 - LANTOW FIELD - 7:30 PM 📣 Senior Shout-Outs will begin at 7 p.m. Livestream of graduation will start promptly at 7:30 p.m. 💻 Watch live on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=9JBJiowdMNg&feature=youtu.be 📷 Graduates, put on your cap and gown and take a selfie. Family& friends tag us in your photos and videos on social media using the #CPSZEBRAPRIDE. We will be sharing your posts throuout the nigth on our CPS Instagram & FB page.

COUNTDOWN TO GRADUATION - GRADUATION DAY is brought to you by Carson and his dad, Mr. Brian Young. Carson began attending CPS in Kindergarten at Claremont. Active in athletics and FCA he’s built bonds with teachers and coaches he’ll never forget. Brian Young has been a staple for CPS for 31 years as a coach, teacher, asst. principal, and currently the athletic director for CPS. He says Carson’s entire experience is a fond memory. Watching Carson grow throughout his school years and working in the same environment has been very rewarding. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

L👀k who will continue her soccer and academic career at Seminole State College. Congratulations, Lilly Sweet on your continued success on and off the field. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Congratulations to Hailey Burden who signed to continue his soccer and academic career Rose State College in OKC. Although #OnceA ZebraAlwaysA Zebra, she will spend the next few years as a Raider. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Kolby Shuey signed to continue his soccer and academic career as a Raven at Coffeyville Community College. Congratulations, Kolby, on your continued success on and off the field. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Alexandra May Henning Next Steps - University of Arkansas Field of Studies - Electrical Engineering 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? Don’t be afraid to get involved in all that you can! 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? I’ve learned what I truly value most and how to prioritize what’s best for me. I’ve learned that my education is my top priority, but I truly flourish in an environment that allows me to be creative and relax too. My high school experience has prepared me for college in that I know what I want to accomplish going into it and feel very confident that I can! 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? Being a Zebra means always having a family no matter what stage in life you are at. As a senior, I still love visiting the junior high and elementary schools and reconnecting with old teachers. You are always welcomed with open arms, and I am sure that will remain true once we are alumni. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in elementary school? The elementary staff member who made the biggest impact on my life was Mrs. Amber Wallis! Before she became a teacher, she was the director of Zebra Stripes at Catalayah and I quickly formed a bond with her as I spent my afternoons with her. Eventually, that became my summers too! She would come up with different snack ideas and activities for us to do and made my summers so memorable. Over time, I have kept in touch with her and have seen her daughter grow up in CPS too. She definitely holds a special place in my heart to this day! 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in junior high? The junior high staff member who made the biggest impact on my life was Mrs.Traci Smith! Through NJHS I got involved in community service and formed a greater bond with her. She pushed me to become a better leader and ultimately she is the reason I pursued Student Council, due to her abilities as an advisor and the lessons we learned in leadership class. Her fun spirit and humor are some of my greatest memories from junior high and I hope she knows how greatly I appreciate her! 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? The high school staff member who has made the biggest impact on my life is Mrs. Bongard. I immediately felt welcomed into Student Council as a freshman, which inspired me to continue my leadership journey and be in the leadership class both semesters freshman through junior year. She taught me how to delegate tasks and work on committees, as well as become an effective leader. Due to scheduling conflicts, I couldn't be in her class this semester, which was extremely difficult for me to give up. I have enjoyed all of my time in high school, but some of my greatest memories were from her class or a student council event. 🔴 What is the ONE thing you absolutely take with you to college? One thing I will absolutely take with me to college is my AP Calculus notes! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Ryan Matthew Roberts Jr Next Steps - Oklahoma State University Field of Studies - Electrical Engineering 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? To take school seriously and listen to your parents when they tell you stuff. 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? That I am a better person because of the people I am friends with and that I have amazing support behind me. 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? Be persistent in whatever you are doing and do your best always. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in elementary school? Mrs. Kropp because she helped to push me to be the best I could be each and every day. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in junior high? Mrs. Braucher because she made me realize how good I am at geography and history and helped develop my knowledge of them. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? Ms. Garroutte was the most impactful because he taught me that you have to work hard to get an A and that not everything is given to you in life. 🔴 What is the ONE thing you absolutely take with you to college? Something that I will take with me is my work ethic to maintain my academic performance and my continuation to work hard for my grades. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

COUNTDOWN TO GRADUATION - 1 Day brought to you by Caroline Crum and her mom, Mrs. Jennifer Crum. Caroline attended Westside Elementary in Kindergarten and moved through WRJH and CHS. She has been active at CHS as a member of the Chemistry Club, FCA, National Honor Society, SADD, Student Council, Red Army, and SkillsUSA. She is in the drama and engineering program and is a FUZE mentor. Caroline has taken advantage of the AP/PreAP classes at CHS and the pre-engineering program offered by NTC at CHS. When she walks across the same stage her mom did she will look back and remember how much her teachers cared for her throughout her CPS career. Mrs. Crum is a School Psychologist at Claremont Elementary. She has been an employee for CPS for 18 years but she graduated a Zebra in 1990. “It's been such a joy watching Caroline participate on the academic team, in sports, and in jazz choir. One of my fondest memories will be her performance in the high school musical, Oklahoma!. She had dreamed of that moment since her 3rd grade year when she was in her first CHS musical. Witnessing her dreams come to fruition is a highlight. Caroline has been blessed with amazing educators throughout her academic years and her father and I are so grateful.” she said. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Breanna Hollister Next Steps - Working at Hollisters Monument Company 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? Although your studies are important, make sure to enjoy other high school memories! 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? This journey has taught me to make the best of every situation and enjoy the present! 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? To me being a Zebra means having a family you can always fall back on whether it is a friend or a faculty member! 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? During high school, the staff member that had the biggest impact on my life was Coach Short. He has been there for me through every up and down and has taught me to just relax and enjoy the present. 🔴 Anything else you'd like to add… Get involved in things you’re interested in and always be open to new experiences! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Kennedy Claire Nees Next Steps - Oklahoma State University Field of Studies - Nutritional Sciences 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? Don’t be afraid to reach out of your comfort zone, try new things, and get involved! 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? This journey has taught me that I am capable of much more than I think. Anything is possible with lots of hard work and determination. 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? To me being a zebra means being a part of one big family. You always have someone beside you rooting for you and cheering you on. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in elementary school? Mrs. Brasher has had a major impact on my life. Even after I left her classroom, Mrs. Brasher has continued to support me. She is kind, encouraging, and generous. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in junior high? Mrs. Bopp always created a safe learning environment for all of her students. In her class, I felt important and valued at all times. I was never afraid to ask questions or ask for help. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? There are many high school staff members that have impacted me. It is hard to choose just one. However, the one teacher that I have had all four years is Ms. Bongard. In her class, I have learned how to be responsible, productive, and organized. She holds her students accountable and shapes them into better students and people. 🔴 What is the ONE thing you absolutely take with you to college? Never be afraid to try new things, and ask for help when needed. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

COUNTDOWN TO GRADUATION - 2 Days brought to you by Trinity Lakey and her mom Crystal Lakey Trinity started as a Zebra in Pre-K at Roosa and continued at WRJH and CHS. She is active in Art Club, SAGA, Bel Chante, Jazz Choir and Drama. She will always remember her time spent in the CHS musicals. She was a part of 9 to 5 and Oklahoma as a Zebra. Theater and music are her passion, and she will always remember CHS for helping her find where she felt she belonged. Mrs. Crystal Lakey is a Special Education Teacher at Roosa and has been there for 10 years. She said, “I have so many fond memories from walking down the hallway to see a fun activity while she was in elementary, to every watching performance in choir and drama that happened at the Robson PAC. I recently got pulled on stage to participate in the CHS Improv show. Everyone at the PAC has truly helped develop her into the wonderful person she is becoming. Acting and singing have always been in her blood, even in seventh grade when I drove the girls in robotics to State and they sang Hamilton the entire way. I even got thank you notes from the boys thanking me for driving, so they did not have to listen to Hamilton.” #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Follow CPS on INSTAGRAM! Over the next few weeks, we will have several students "takeover" the stories and show you what it's like to be a part of the Zebra Family! SATURDAY - Emily Wofford our Homecoming Queen will take us behind the scenes of the State Track Meet. Emily is involved in the varsity dance team, varsity cross country, pole vault/track and field, student council, FCA, SADD, ZTV, and NHS. Follow: https://www.instagram.com/claremore.zebras/ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Trinity Lakey Next Steps - Rogers State University Field of Studies - Cybersecurity 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? Be brave. No one’s opinion matters but your own. 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? I strive for the best in my work, and when I do not accomplish it I work even harder in future works. I always try to be the best version of myself that I can be. 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? Being a Zebra to me means exciting adventures with my choir, and learning all you can. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in elementary school? My wonderful mother, Crystal Lakey. I couldn’t have done any of this without her. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in junior high? Mrs. Shilling. She helped me learn the basics of music, my greatest passion in life. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? Mrs. Lahr. I went to her during a dark time in my life, and she assisted me. I will be forever grateful. 🔴 What is the ONE thing you absolutely take with you to college? I will take my perseverance and determination with me to college. 🔴 Anything else you'd like to add...Go Zebras! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This week we will meet the top 18 students in the Class of 2022. Salutatorian Spotlight - Lucas Matthew Buzzelli Next Steps - University of Tulsa Field of Studies - English 🔴 What advice you would give your freshman self? Stop being so uptight! High school is about having fun as much as it is about grades, so make time for yourself too. 🔴 What has this journey taught you about yourself? It’s alright to be imperfect—you’ll still be cool as long as you’re kind. 🔴 Looking back on your school experience at CPS what does being a Zebra mean to you? Camaraderie, excellence, and sustained effort—that's what being a Zebra is to me. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in elementary school? Steve Janke, the music teacher at Catalayah. He introduced me to music early and encouraged me to pursue it. Music, especially the band program, has been a significant part of my life and expression ever since and it all traces back to the energy and passion that Mr. J brought to Catalayah every day. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in junior high? Mrs. Crabtree and Mrs. Bopp. Perhaps I’m biased in favor of English teachers, but both their kindness and generosity are to our shared academic interests. These two are definitely foundational contributors to my excitement in reading and writing. 🔴 What staff member made the biggest impact on your life and how in high school? Mrs. Lahr, Mr. Cummings, and Mr. Noland are all significant teachers and mentors of my high school experience. Through them, I was guided emotionally and academically to be the person I am today and was enabled to harness and refine the skills that have and will continue to set me up for success in my career in education. 🔴 What is the ONE thing you absolutely take with you to college? The ability to find something to smile about in any situation. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Follow CPS on INSTAGRAM! Over the next few weeks, we will have several students "takeover" the stories and show you what it's like to be a part of the Zebra Family! FRIDAY - Sr. Class President and Valedictorian will give us an insider scoop on the Sr. Walks at the elementary schools & graduation practice. As you can see from all her cords she is very involved in: Athletics, Chemistry Club, Class President, Native American Student Association, National Honor Society, Red Army, SAGA, Spirit Squad, Student Council, Young Democrats, and SkillsUSA Quiz Bowl. Follow: https://www.instagram.com/claremore.zebras/ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

The Board of Education approved a new 22-23 academic calendar on Monday. There are a few changes you might want to note. 📅 Fall Break was moved up a week to Oct. 13 & 14, 2022 📅 Graduation was set for May 21, 2023 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE