Welcome Back, Zebras!
The halls are full, the classrooms are buzzing, and we are so excited to have our students back! 🎉
From marching band and choir to drama and art, our Fine Arts students are already bringing energy and creativity to the new school year. We can’t wait to see all they accomplish this year!
Here’s to an amazing year, Zebras! 🦓✨
#ZEBRAPRIDE
The halls are full, the classrooms are buzzing, and we are so excited to have our students back! 🎉
From marching band and choir to drama and art, our Fine Arts students are already bringing energy and creativity to the new school year. We can’t wait to see all they accomplish this year!
Here’s to an amazing year, Zebras! 🦓✨
#ZEBRAPRIDE
Things are HEATING UP—literally! 🔥🎺
With the school year just around the corner, our Marching Band is turning up the intensity at camp. Every morning, our students are out in the heat, repeating the same steps, counts, and movements over and over to build the precision and consistency it takes to perform at a high level.
It may be hot, and the work may be tough, but these students continue to show up, push through, and put in the work. That dedication is what makes the final performance so special.
We can't wait to see them bring all that hard work to life at our Teachers Welcome Back Rally and give our staff a first look at what's in store for marching season!
Keep putting in the work, Zebras. The payoff is coming! ❤️🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
With the school year just around the corner, our Marching Band is turning up the intensity at camp. Every morning, our students are out in the heat, repeating the same steps, counts, and movements over and over to build the precision and consistency it takes to perform at a high level.
It may be hot, and the work may be tough, but these students continue to show up, push through, and put in the work. That dedication is what makes the final performance so special.
We can't wait to see them bring all that hard work to life at our Teachers Welcome Back Rally and give our staff a first look at what's in store for marching season!
Keep putting in the work, Zebras. The payoff is coming! ❤️🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Marching Band is back in the BUILDING! 🥁🎺
Behind every incredible halftime show and competition performance are countless hours of hard work, discipline, and dedication. While the music is a huge part of marching band, so is the precision of every single step and that's exactly what our students are working on during camp.
Day after day, they're pushing themselves through marching fundamentals, learning that every step, every count, and every movement matters. It takes focus, grit, teamwork, and perseverance to perform at a high level, and these students continue to rise to the challenge.
We are so proud of the commitment our band members show to their craft. Their willingness to put in the work now is what makes the magic happen under the Friday night lights and on the competition field.
The season is just getting started, and we can't wait to see all of their hard work come to life! ❤️🦓
Behind every incredible halftime show and competition performance are countless hours of hard work, discipline, and dedication. While the music is a huge part of marching band, so is the precision of every single step and that's exactly what our students are working on during camp.
Day after day, they're pushing themselves through marching fundamentals, learning that every step, every count, and every movement matters. It takes focus, grit, teamwork, and perseverance to perform at a high level, and these students continue to rise to the challenge.
We are so proud of the commitment our band members show to their craft. Their willingness to put in the work now is what makes the magic happen under the Friday night lights and on the competition field.
The season is just getting started, and we can't wait to see all of their hard work come to life! ❤️🦓
This summer, Claremore High School senior Shayne Schornick had the incredible opportunity to attend the 50th Annual Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute (OSAI) at Quartz Mountain State Park after being selected through a highly competitive application process.
During the prestigious two-week program, Shayne joined some of Oklahoma's most talented young artists to strengthen artistic skills, learn from accomplished instructors, and collaborate with peers from across the state.
We're so proud of Shayne for representing Claremore Public Schools with creativity, dedication, and excellence. A special thank you to Ms. Hoffer for investing in our students and helping inspire opportunities like this!
And thank you to Robert Schornick for sharing Shayne's story with us so we could celebrate this outstanding accomplishment with our Zebra community!❤️🦓
Photos provided by: Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute
During the prestigious two-week program, Shayne joined some of Oklahoma's most talented young artists to strengthen artistic skills, learn from accomplished instructors, and collaborate with peers from across the state.
We're so proud of Shayne for representing Claremore Public Schools with creativity, dedication, and excellence. A special thank you to Ms. Hoffer for investing in our students and helping inspire opportunities like this!
And thank you to Robert Schornick for sharing Shayne's story with us so we could celebrate this outstanding accomplishment with our Zebra community!❤️🦓
Photos provided by: Oklahoma Summer Arts Institute
Marching season has arrived! 🥁🏳️
Our Percussion and Color Guard students kicked things off with an action-packed three-day camp, spending hours sharpening their skills, learning new techniques, and preparing for another exciting season. Every rehearsal, every rep, and every routine is laying the foundation for what's to come this fall.
The excitement doesn't stop there, Marching Band Camp is now underway! As the rest of the band joins in, all the pieces will begin coming together to create the performances you've been waiting to see.
These students are putting in the work now so they can shine under the Friday night lights and on the competition field later this season. We can't wait to watch this year's show come to life.
Stay tuned... marching season is just getting started! ❤️🦓
Our Percussion and Color Guard students kicked things off with an action-packed three-day camp, spending hours sharpening their skills, learning new techniques, and preparing for another exciting season. Every rehearsal, every rep, and every routine is laying the foundation for what's to come this fall.
The excitement doesn't stop there, Marching Band Camp is now underway! As the rest of the band joins in, all the pieces will begin coming together to create the performances you've been waiting to see.
These students are putting in the work now so they can shine under the Friday night lights and on the competition field later this season. We can't wait to watch this year's show come to life.
Stay tuned... marching season is just getting started! ❤️🦓
Our junior high campers got an exciting behind-the-scenes look at the world of theatre during this year's Theatre Camp! Under the direction of Mrs. Ketterling, students participated in acting games and improvisation exercises that challenged them to think creatively, solve problems, collaborate with others, and perform with confidence.
Campers also had the opportunity to tour the Robson Performing Arts Center, giving them a firsthand look at everything that goes into bringing a production to life. From what happens on stage to all the work behind the scenes, students discovered that theatre is truly a team effort.
A huge thank you to our campers for embracing new challenges and to the parents and families who continue to support the arts!❤️🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Campers also had the opportunity to tour the Robson Performing Arts Center, giving them a firsthand look at everything that goes into bringing a production to life. From what happens on stage to all the work behind the scenes, students discovered that theatre is truly a team effort.
A huge thank you to our campers for embracing new challenges and to the parents and families who continue to support the arts!❤️🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
What a way to wrap up Jazz Summit Camp!
After a week of learning new music, refining their skills, and growing as musicians, our Jazz Summit campers took the stage for a fantastic end-of-camp concert. Their hard work, dedication, and passion were on full display as they performed for family, friends, and community members.
We're so proud of every student who stepped outside their comfort zone, embraced the challenge, and showcased everything they accomplished throughout the week.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support these young musicians. Your encouragement means the world to our campers and helps our Fine Arts programs continue to thrive. Thank you for investing in our students and celebrating the arts with us. ❤️🦓
After a week of learning new music, refining their skills, and growing as musicians, our Jazz Summit campers took the stage for a fantastic end-of-camp concert. Their hard work, dedication, and passion were on full display as they performed for family, friends, and community members.
We're so proud of every student who stepped outside their comfort zone, embraced the challenge, and showcased everything they accomplished throughout the week.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support these young musicians. Your encouragement means the world to our campers and helps our Fine Arts programs continue to thrive. Thank you for investing in our students and celebrating the arts with us. ❤️🦓
Art Camp was a HUGE success! ✨🎨
What an incredible four days of creativity, learning, and fun! Under the guidance of our amazing art teachers, Ms. Hoffer and Ms. Mercer, campers explored new artistic techniques through tie-dye, linoleum printing, Batik fabric dyeing, painting, and so much more. Every project gave students the opportunity to express themselves, build new skills, and let their creativity shine.
A big thank you to all of our talented campers for bringing such enthusiasm and imagination to the studio each day. We also want to thank the parents and families who came out to support the end-of-camp showcase and continue encouraging the arts in our schools. Your support means so much to our students and teachers.
As an added bonus, Art Camp also serves as a fundraiser for our art program, helping provide new tools, supplies, and opportunities for students throughout the upcoming school year.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Art Camp such a memorable success! ❤️🦓
What an incredible four days of creativity, learning, and fun! Under the guidance of our amazing art teachers, Ms. Hoffer and Ms. Mercer, campers explored new artistic techniques through tie-dye, linoleum printing, Batik fabric dyeing, painting, and so much more. Every project gave students the opportunity to express themselves, build new skills, and let their creativity shine.
A big thank you to all of our talented campers for bringing such enthusiasm and imagination to the studio each day. We also want to thank the parents and families who came out to support the end-of-camp showcase and continue encouraging the arts in our schools. Your support means so much to our students and teachers.
As an added bonus, Art Camp also serves as a fundraiser for our art program, helping provide new tools, supplies, and opportunities for students throughout the upcoming school year.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Art Camp such a memorable success! ❤️🦓
COME SEE OUR CAMPERS PERFORM!
After a week of learning, growing, and making music together, our Jazz Summit Camp students are ready to take the stage! It's been incredible to watch these young musicians build their skills throughout the week and come together to prepare a fantastic performance.
Come celebrate their hard work and see what they've accomplished during camp!
Performance Info:
📍 @ Robson Performing Arts Center
📅 7/17
⏰ Performance – 7:00 PM (Doors Open – 6:30 PM)
🎟 Admission – FREE
Bring your family, support these talented young musicians, and help us celebrate another great week of music and #CPSZebraPride! 🤍🎶
After a week of learning, growing, and making music together, our Jazz Summit Camp students are ready to take the stage! It's been incredible to watch these young musicians build their skills throughout the week and come together to prepare a fantastic performance.
Come celebrate their hard work and see what they've accomplished during camp!
Performance Info:
📍 @ Robson Performing Arts Center
📅 7/17
⏰ Performance – 7:00 PM (Doors Open – 6:30 PM)
🎟 Admission – FREE
Bring your family, support these talented young musicians, and help us celebrate another great week of music and #CPSZebraPride! 🤍🎶
📚🎨 Bookmark Masterpieces in Art Class! 🎨📚
Catalayah's 3rd–5th grade students in Mrs. Ratcliff’s art classes showed off their creativity by designing and making personalized bookmarks!
Students started by sketching their ideas, then brought them to life using Sharpies, alcohol markers, and acrylic paint markers. They finished their projects by adding a protective covering and choosing colorful tassels to make each bookmark unique.
The results are amazing, and each bookmark reflects the creativity and hard work of our students. A big thank you to Mrs. Ratcliff for leading such a fun and creative project!
We love seeing our students creativity shine! 🌟
#CPSZebraPride
Catalayah's 3rd–5th grade students in Mrs. Ratcliff’s art classes showed off their creativity by designing and making personalized bookmarks!
Students started by sketching their ideas, then brought them to life using Sharpies, alcohol markers, and acrylic paint markers. They finished their projects by adding a protective covering and choosing colorful tassels to make each bookmark unique.
The results are amazing, and each bookmark reflects the creativity and hard work of our students. A big thank you to Mrs. Ratcliff for leading such a fun and creative project!
We love seeing our students creativity shine! 🌟
#CPSZebraPride
Jazz Summit Camp is underway! 🎶
The halls are filled with music once again as students from Claremore and neighboring districts come together to learn, collaborate, and grow through jazz. It's been exciting to watch these talented young musicians build new friendships, sharpen their skills, and make music alongside students from across the region.
The best part is still to come! At the end of camp, these students will take the stage for a special performance showcasing everything they've learned throughout the week.
There's nothing better than seeing our schools and communities come together through the power of music. Stay tuned for performance information!🦓
The halls are filled with music once again as students from Claremore and neighboring districts come together to learn, collaborate, and grow through jazz. It's been exciting to watch these talented young musicians build new friendships, sharpen their skills, and make music alongside students from across the region.
The best part is still to come! At the end of camp, these students will take the stage for a special performance showcasing everything they've learned throughout the week.
There's nothing better than seeing our schools and communities come together through the power of music. Stay tuned for performance information!🦓
Sweepstakes at Heartland Music Festival! 🎶
Our WRJH Advanced Choir students earned a Sweepstakes Award for receiving the highest ratings from both judges, along with a Distinguished Performance Award, the second highest honor in the competition. To top it off, the soprano section was recognized as an Outstanding Section during the competition! What an amazing accomplishment!
After their outstanding performance, students enjoyed spending the rest of the day at Silver Dollar City, with a fun stop at Buc-ee’s on the way home.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🏫 Six weeks from today, we will welcome all our students back into our halls!
Although we are enjoying the opportunity to recharge, we have not stopped planning. In the spirit of planning, we have created a BACK-TO-SCHOOL page on our website where you can find "all the things" in one place.
We still need to work out a few details, but we will update the webpage weekly as those decisions are made.
👀 From Athletic passes to Zebra Stripes, find out what we know at this time - https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/cps/page/back-to-school
Although we are enjoying the opportunity to recharge, we have not stopped planning. In the spirit of planning, we have created a BACK-TO-SCHOOL page on our website where you can find "all the things" in one place.
We still need to work out a few details, but we will update the webpage weekly as those decisions are made.
👀 From Athletic passes to Zebra Stripes, find out what we know at this time - https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/o/cps/page/back-to-school
🦋🎨 Butterflies in Bloom! 🌸✨
Mr. McClurg’s art students at Westside have been creating lifelike butterflies using vibrant colors against dark backgrounds. Individually, each piece was beautiful—but when displayed together, the artwork truly came to life! 🦋💙💜💛
What a great example of how creativity and collaboration can create something extraordinary. 👏🎨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Mr. McClurg’s art students at Westside have been creating lifelike butterflies using vibrant colors against dark backgrounds. Individually, each piece was beautiful—but when displayed together, the artwork truly came to life! 🦋💙💜💛
What a great example of how creativity and collaboration can create something extraordinary. 👏🎨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Art Camp starts July 13th
Who:
3rd–6th grades
7th–12th Advanced Arts students
Dates: July 13–16
Times:
3rd–6th grades: 9:00–11:00 a.m.
7th–12th Advanced Arts: 12:30–3:00 p.m.
Location: Claremore High School
Cost: $80
Activities: Drawing, painting, printmaking, tie dye, and more
Contact:
taylor.hoffer@claremore.k12.ok.us
callie.mercer@claremore.k12.ok.us
Who:
3rd–6th grades
7th–12th Advanced Arts students
Dates: July 13–16
Times:
3rd–6th grades: 9:00–11:00 a.m.
7th–12th Advanced Arts: 12:30–3:00 p.m.
Location: Claremore High School
Cost: $80
Activities: Drawing, painting, printmaking, tie dye, and more
Contact:
taylor.hoffer@claremore.k12.ok.us
callie.mercer@claremore.k12.ok.us
🎭✨ Bringing the Stage to Life! 🎪
WRJH Drama students put their creativity to work by designing 3D stage and set models inspired by The Greatest Showman! Using everyday school supplies, they turned simple materials into impressive theatrical creations.
These projects showcased their imagination, creativity, and attention to detail. Great job! 👏🎨🎭
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
WRJH Drama students put their creativity to work by designing 3D stage and set models inspired by The Greatest Showman! Using everyday school supplies, they turned simple materials into impressive theatrical creations.
These projects showcased their imagination, creativity, and attention to detail. Great job! 👏🎨🎭
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎨🏆 The Claremore High School Art Department has had an outstanding year, and we are excited to celebrate the achievements of two talented student artists!
Congratulations to Amelia Matthews on earning 1st Place at Mayfest—her third 1st Place award this year! 🌟
We also congratulate Shayne Schornick for earning 3rd Place at Mayfest. 👏
These awards reflect the creativity, dedication, and artistic excellence of our students, as well as the strength of the visual arts program at Claremore Public Schools. We are so proud of all they have achieved this year!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Congratulations to Amelia Matthews on earning 1st Place at Mayfest—her third 1st Place award this year! 🌟
We also congratulate Shayne Schornick for earning 3rd Place at Mayfest. 👏
These awards reflect the creativity, dedication, and artistic excellence of our students, as well as the strength of the visual arts program at Claremore Public Schools. We are so proud of all they have achieved this year!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Westside music teacher and baseball fan Mr. Levesque recently took the Westside Elementary Choir out to the ballgame!
These talented students had the honor of kicking off the Tulsa Drillers game by leading the crowd in the National Anthem. What an incredible opportunity and a memorable experience for our young singers!
We are so proud of these students for representing Westside Elementary, Claremore Public Schools, and Zebra Nation with excellence. Great job, Westside Choir! 🎶⚾🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
These talented students had the honor of kicking off the Tulsa Drillers game by leading the crowd in the National Anthem. What an incredible opportunity and a memorable experience for our young singers!
We are so proud of these students for representing Westside Elementary, Claremore Public Schools, and Zebra Nation with excellence. Great job, Westside Choir! 🎶⚾🦓
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎷 WRJH Jazz Band Takes the Stage at the Oologah Jazz Festival! 🎶
This spring, the WRJH Jazz Band took their talents on the road to the Oologah Jazz Festival. Throughout the year, these students have worked hard to learn the language of jazz, develop their musical instincts, and bring their performances to life.
One of the highlights of their performance was watching students step up and volunteer to improvise solos during their set. They did an outstanding job embracing the moment, trusting their skills, and going with the flow—just as great jazz musicians do!
We are incredibly proud of their dedication, growth, and willingness to take musical risks. Great job, WRJH Jazz!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
🎨 Thank You, Mrs. Breen! 🎨
After four wonderful years at Will Rogers Junior High, Mrs. Breen is beginning an exciting new chapter—retirement!
Thank you, Mrs. Breen, for sharing your creativity and passion in the art room and for your years of dedication, care, and commitment to WRJH students and staff. Your impact on our school community will be felt for years to come.
We wish you joy, relaxation, and many exciting new adventures beyond the classroom. Congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for everything you have done for WRJH!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
After four wonderful years at Will Rogers Junior High, Mrs. Breen is beginning an exciting new chapter—retirement!
Thank you, Mrs. Breen, for sharing your creativity and passion in the art room and for your years of dedication, care, and commitment to WRJH students and staff. Your impact on our school community will be felt for years to come.
We wish you joy, relaxation, and many exciting new adventures beyond the classroom. Congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for everything you have done for WRJH!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
