My name is Mered Bowen and I teach 5th grade. I have been in education for 13 years and 3 of those have been with CPS. I attended Oklahoma Baptist University where I received a Bachelors degree of Science in Health, Physical Education and Recreation.
I have been married to my husband Robbie for 13 years. We have two daughters, Ava and Amelia. I enjoy reading, baking, and spending time with my family.
Invite, Invite, Invite!
On this #wellnesswednesday, we focus on stress. Are you stressed out? Check out this video for information on stress management. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHXs8_HRDm33vFtVuSLKrCw
We want to give a shout out to our very own Claremont Teacher of the Year, Karin Howell! Mrs. Howell has been chosen as one of the two district teacher of the year finalists for the 2020-2021 school year!
Mrs. Howell is an amazing asset to the Claremont family and we are so proud of her!
Lets give a round of applause for Mrs. Howell in the comments!
4th grade students in Mrs. Schell's class do a weekly recitation based on their figurative language skill for the week.
One way these students practice memorizing their figurative language skill is to hold a yoga pose while saying it. Practicing balance and memorization at the same time activates multiple parts of the brain, and therefore increases the ability to recall information.
Please make sure to send a jacket or coat with your child! If the temperature is above 32 degrees including the wind chill, we go outside to recess! Your child will thank you! Bundle up! It's cold outside! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
My name is Karin Howell and I teach 2nd grade. I have been in education for 9 years, 4 of those at CPS. I attended Northeastern State University where I received a Bachelors in Science.
I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 7 years. We have two beautiful daughters, Hadley and Maci. Miss Hadley is active in Mrs. Bradfield's class here at Claremont and Maci is active at her grandma's house! We enjoy hiking, camping and kayaking!
First and Foremost, I absolutely adore Mrs. Fay. She is one of the top reasons I continue onwards here at Claremont. I admire her integrity and encouragement that she portrays for ALL staff. Next, the ladies I work with demonstrate the most GRIT I have ever been around. Through thick and thin, they show up and do a TREMENDOUS job. I would trust any of these people with my own personal daughters. GO CLAREMONT!
Claremore Public School Celebrates School Board Recognition Month
The Claremore Public School (CPS) District joins school districts throughout Oklahoma to celebrate School Board Recognition Month, Superintendent Bryan Frazier announced.
"Our school board members are volunteers who shoulder critical responsibilities and often make difficult choices for our District, all without pay. Their goal focuses on the future success of the children in our District," Superintendent Frazier said. "Celebrating School Board Recognition Month is one way to say thanks for all they do."
Rea more here: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/cps/article/382373
As we think about the inspiring words of Martin Luther King Jr. today, it makes us wonder, who inspires YOU?
Everyone is inspired by someone - who is that one who pushes you to do better or be better? Tag them in the comments.
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader.
He is most well-known for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transport and for racial equality in the United States.
Let his words be a reminder to choose love in your actions, words and choices.
Today is a distance learning day! Tell us, how are your students distance learning today?
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Just a reminder Claremont Family, there will be no school Monday, January 18th. Have a great 3 day weekend!
This week, Cowboy Andy from the Will Rogers Museum came to talk to our 3rd graders about Will Rogers! Classes learned a lot and were able to see some neat rope tricks too! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
5th graders learn about Snap Circuits in Innovation Lab!
Snap Circuits teaches basic engineering, electronics and circuitry concepts by using building components with snaps to assemble electronic circuits on a simple “rows-and-columns” base grid. The resulting projects function like the printed circuit board found in most electronic products.
My name is Misty Schell and I teach 4th grade. I have been in education for 5 years and all 5 of those have been at CPS. I attended the University of Oklahoma where I received my Bachelors of Business Administration.
I have been married to my husband Josh for 16 years and we have two sons, Jackson and Ben. In my spare time, I enjoy exercise, reading and traveling.
I love the people I work with. Our jobs can be extremely stressful and without their support and guidance I wouldn't be the teacher I am.
Mark your calendars... February 4th is our District-wide Parent/Teacher Conference Night from 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM. We will begin scheduling appointments soon. Links will be posted on all our communication platforms to schedule your conference next week.
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The power of the mind is becoming increasingly more apparent. That’s why you’re seeing focus on activities such as mindset development, meditation, and mindfulness.
Our mindset forms the foundation and plays a big role in our overall success and happiness. That’s why it’s so important for us to find ways to improve our mindset. Failing to do so puts you at a significant disadvantage as you will allow your mindset to hold you back.
That is why we encourage you to start daily affirmations with your child! Daily affirmations are a great way to build confidence in kids!
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Tell your child: "You are special and you have something you can feel positive about every single day!"
Try out these Affirmations! You will LOVE the difference it makes in the life of your child!
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Today, Wednesday January 13th is the LAST DAY to switch to Claremore Virtual School. If you are NOT comfortable with traditional in person school, then you need to enroll in our virtual program. Please call the Claremont office to change to our virtual option
Students in Mrs. Tidwell's class collaborate together on a painting project. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
On this #Wellness Wednesday, we are sharing a Winter Wellness 21 Day Challenge from Common Sense.
Did you know that if you do something every day for at least 21 days, you're more likely to form a habit and incorporate it into your daily routine?
Start the New Year off with a positive outlook and choose one of the
challenges below or create your own. Encourage your family or
friends to pick their challenge and support each other along the way.
