4th Grade students took the Dr.'s oath before beginning on their text features project. For this project, students completed "surgery" on magazines to pull out elements that were examples of text features.
This year has been filled with chatter of how hard 2020 has been. And, that is undoubtedly true.
But, as we observe Thanksgiving today, let's remember there have been moments of wonder, beauty, and celebration in 2020 as well.
We have met new people and learned new skills. We experienced new ways of seeing the world, impacting lives, and helping others. Let's not forget the cherished time spent with family. And, maybe, just maybe, these tough times have allowed us the sacred opportunity of growing.
One of the most beautiful things is how people have come together to support each other. Drive-by birthday parties, companies sharing resources for free or at discounts to help educators do great work even though they were facing the unknown. Parents sending extra hand sanitizer, tissues, and gift cards to show their support and love for teachers. Restaurants feeding first responders and healthcare workers. These moments have been inspiring.
Yes, there have been some gruesome moments in our world this year, but there are moments that are worth holding onto with a very tight grip.
Let's be great curators of the moments deserving our attention.
We may not be sitting around the table together, but we do hold each other in our hearts and consider each of you a blessing in our lives.
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Second grade students participated in their own version of the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade before Thanksgiving break. Classes read Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet and then were tasked with creating their own parade balloons. Check out their parade here: https://youtu.be/e-mVF0PNr5g
We have a parade of our own to showcase today!
2nd Grade students read Balloons Over Broadway, a book about how the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade began and then got to create their own parade balloons and participate in a parade of their own around the school.
Next up is our wonderful Registrar, Mrs. Goodwin.
Mrs. Goodwin says that the thing she loves most about CPS is the people.
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Kindergarten students had a fun afternoon today! They were able to watch Charlie Brown and have a grade wide dance party before sitting down to a fun snack!
Kindergarten students had a fun afternoon today! They were able to watch Charlie Brown and have a grade wide dance party before sitting down to a fun snack!
Kindergarten students had a fun afternoon today! They were able to watch Charlie Brown and have a grade wide dance party before sitting down to a fun snack!
4th Grade students in Mrs. Ramsey's WIN time group researched early America explorers, created their explorer and then presented what they learned to the entire 4th grade.
Students in Mrs. Keener’s music class practiced powwow dance steps and demonstrated Native American regalia in music class.
First graders love going to the library to hear Mrs. Troyer read! This week Mrs. Troyer read about the history of Thanksgiving.
Claremore Public Schools is continually committed to developing an atmosphere of trust among parents and the community in our ability to provide not only a positive and enriching educational experience but a safe place for students to thrive.
That is why we have partnered with @FamilyZoneUSA, a leading provider of cyber safety products and education, to ensure your kids are cyber safe while at school. Claremore Public Schools is already using Family Zone to block inappropriate content and to identify red flag search terms from students. However, students do need access to sites like youtube for institutional purposes. Once on those sites students can be exposed to content that may be questionable. It is important that caregivers monitor students when they are on their devices.
As a parent or caregiver of our school district, you receive free access to the Family Zone Cyber Safety Hub, which includes articles, videos, courses, and more to help monitor and educate on various cyber threats, apps, etc.
This week's #TechTipTuesday is access to this free service. Click “sign up” below to get ongoing materials and education from the platform we trust to manage cyber safety across our entire district.
https://claremorek12.familyzone.com/
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My name is Torie Proctor. I teach 3rd grade. I have been in education for 5 years and this is my first year at Claremore Public Schools.
I attended Oklahoma State University where I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education.
I am married to my wonderful husband, Marshall. We have one dog, Sadie. We just moved to Claremore after living one year in Shawnee, OK. Being from Owasso, we enjoy being back with family, friends, and our church family. We love to travel, play games, hike, drink good coffee, and listen to audiobooks.
My hobbies include baking, creating watercolor art, trying out coffee shops, reading and being in nature.
My favorite quote is "Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were an offering far too small, love so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all." - Isaac Watts
🦃 No school November 25th - 27th for Thanksgiving Break. 🦃
As you celebrate, please make safe decisions to help reduce the spread of COVID-19:
👐 wash your hands,
↔ watch your socially distancing, and
😷 wear a mask when you are around others.
💖 Particularly during this holiday season, we are thankful for the opportunity to serve you, your family, and our community.
#StaySafeStayInSchool - we look forward to seeing students again on Monday, November 30.
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Traditional students that would like Holiday Weekend Meals please place your order by Tuesday (11/24/20).
Pick up will be Wednesday 11/25/2020 from 10:30 AM -12:30 PM at the Enrollment Center located at 101 W 11th St.
https://forms.gle/qx3XdeRL6E4VTZ529
Janna Ragland
Child Nutrition
Claremore Public Schools
Kindergarten students worked together to create structures during free time. Learning to work together is so important for Kindergartners as it prepares them for working with their classmates in the future!
Kindergartners play "What Comes Next." In this game, the student rolls the dice, and whatever number they land on, they cover up the number that comes next. For example, if a 1 is rolled, the student would cover up the 2. This covers a variety of skills: number recgonition, counting, and numeral order.
Need an extra gallon to take to your Thanksgiving holiday dinner? Go by and grab a gallon of sweet tea and lemonade from Chick-Fil-A!
This month Chick-fil-A will donate $1 to the Claremore Public School Foundation. CPSF funds class and teacher grants district-wide.
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Kindergarten students in Mrs. Stadler's class disguised turkeys this week!
Mrs. Camber is an exceptional Pre-K teacher and next up on our Staff Spotlight!
