Fine Arts

Jazz Summit Hit All the Right Notes! 🎷 🎶

Students spent the week diving into the world of jazz with focused sessions on sight reading, improvisation, and big band rehearsals. From smooth solos to tight ensemble work, the talent on display was next level!

It was an unforgettable week of music, creativity, and growth—jazz dreams in the making! 🎺

#CPSZEBRAPRIDE #JazzSummitCamp

📣 As we gear up to kick off Colorguard & Percussion Camp — followed by Band Camp to officially launch the 2025-26 marching season — we’re taking a moment to throw it back to some unforgettable memories from last year! 🎺 One of the highlights was our Claremore High Marching Band’s first-place win at the Oologah Stallion Battalion Marching Band Competition with their captivating show, “Sail Away.” 🏆🥁 Months of dedication, precision, and passion from our students and directors made this achievement possible. We can’t wait to see what this year’s show will bring! 🎶

🎭 Theatre Camp was full of big moments, creative energy, and plenty of laughs! Students spent the week building their skills on stage and behind the scenes — from improv games to special effects makeup and everything in between. 🌟 We loved seeing their confidence grow and their love for performing shine through. 🌟 We can’t wait to see them back preparing for the stage with Ms. Fudge this fall!

🏫 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/page/back-to-school

🌟 WE'VE GOT TALENT!🌟 This year’s Talent Show was an absolute hit! From powerhouse vocals 🎤 and show-stopping dance moves 💃🕺 to laugh-out-loud skits 🎭, our students lit up the stage with creativity and confidence. It felt like our very own mini-Broadway—and they brought the house down! 👏 Huge congrats to all of our amazing performers—we're so proud of you! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎷✨ Get ready for the 2nd Annual Oklahoma Jazz Summit at the Robson PAC! 🏛️🎼 Happening July 14–18 from 8 AM to Noon 🕗🎶, this exciting camp is open to band students in 8th–12th grade 🎓🥁🎺. Cost is $150 💵. Students will enjoy a week of jazz 🎷🔥, including masterclasses with local pro musicians 🎹, college professors 📚, and more! The week wraps up with a FREE concert 🎉🎶 on Friday, July 18 at 7 PM 🌙🎵 to showcase everything they’ve learned. Don’t miss this chance to grow, groove, and shine on stage! 🌟🎶🎺

🎨 Our summer Art Camp was full of creativity, color, and lots of messy hands! From bold prints 🖨️ to clay creations 🏺 and custom tie-dye 👕, these artists jumped right in and brought their ideas to life. They left with art they can be proud of — and maybe a few new favorite ways to get creative. 🎨✨ We can’t wait to see where their imagination takes them next!

🎨 After years of sharing her creativity, passion, and heart with Catalayah Elementary, Mrs. Jen Nelson-Coffey is officially retiring. 🎨 Her art room has been more than just a place for creativity — it’s been a space where students felt seen, encouraged, and empowered to grow. Thank you, Mrs. Coffey, for the lasting impact you’ve made on our students and our Fine Arts family. Happy Retirement! 💛

📅 The Robson PAC will be closed June 21st–29th for annual floor waxing and maintenance. We’ll reopen and resume regular summer hours on Monday, June 30th. Thanks for your understanding as we take care of the space!

Class of 2025 graduate Bryce Rhoades is spending his summer exploring Europe—and taking his love for the arts along with him! 🎨🎶 From admiring the architecture of Neuschwanstein Castle, to standing in front of the Colosseum, Bryce is seeing the kind of iconic art, music, and history that have inspired creatives for centuries. What a way to celebrate graduation! ✈️🌍

🦓🎓 CALLING ALL ZEBRA ALUMNI! 🎓🦓 Are you, or someone you know, a Claremore graduate doing significant things after high school? Whether you’re competing as a Next Level athlete, earning a degree, receiving awards, or making a difference in your field, we want to hear from you! 📸 Send a photo and a short update about what you’re doing now to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in our Next Level Zebras: Where Are They Now? Series! Let’s celebrate the success stories that began right here in Zebra Nation. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #OnceAZebraAlwaysAZebra #NextLevelZebras #ZebraAlumni

🎶 Congratulations to the students named to Advanced Jazz Band 1 and Intermediate Jazz Band 2 for the 2025–2026 school year! We’re proud of the talent, commitment, and growth each of you brings to the program. We can’t wait to hear all that’s ahead for these groups! 🎷🥁🎺

Are you a person who pursues excellence with a desire to make an impact in the lives of students? Look no further! We have incredible job opportunities waiting just for you. We offer excellent benefits and a fun team environment, but the real perk of working at Claremore Public Schools is being part of a community that values your work, encourages lifelong learning, and fosters a supportive culture. Whether you're an experienced teacher, para-professional, support staff, or starting your career, we have a place for you to thrive and grow! Current Open Positions… https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/career-opportunities-at-cps CLAREMORE HIGH SCHOOL 🌟Chemistry 🌟Biology 🌟English 🌟Social Studies 🌟ROTC 🌟SpEd WILL ROGERS JUNIOR HIGH 🌟Math 🌟Science 🌟SpEd Teacher CHOICES - Alternative Program 🌟Admin Asst CATALAYAH ELEMENTARY 🌟SpEd Teacher 🌟Para (3) 🌟EL Teacher ROOSA ELEMENTARY 🌟Kindergarten 🌟SpEd Teacher CLAREMONT ELEMENTARY 🌟3rd grade 🌟SpEd Teacher 🌟Paras (5)

Before school let out for summer, elementary students in Mr. Levesque’s music class were practicing fast and slow tempo by marching to a catchy tune through the halls. 🎶👟🎵 A fun and active way to build musical understanding! ☀️🎉

Two Tulsa Drillers games, two standout National Anthem performances by Claremore students! ⚾️ CHS senior Bryce Rhoades was recently invited to perform a solo on his tuba—an incredible honor and a rare moment to hear the anthem played solo on that instrument in front of a packed stadium. 🎺 On a different night, the Westside Honor Choir, made up of 4th and 5th graders and led by Mr. Levesque, took the field to sing the anthem after months of preparation and hard work. 🎶 We’re so proud of both groups for representing Claremore with talent and dedication! 👏🦓 #CPSZebraPride

Our 6th grade band had a blast on their trip to Wheels and Thrills—after a year of hard work and music-making, it was the perfect way to celebrate! With the last day of school here, we want to wish all of our Fine Arts students a fun, creative, and restful summer! 🎶🎭🎨📚

🎶🎤 Big congrats to the newest members of Room 701 Vocal Jazz for the 2025–2026 school year! 🎉 We’re so excited to see this talented group take the stage and carry on the tradition of smooth harmonies, standout solos, and high-energy performances. Get ready for an incredible year of music, memories, and some serious jazz vibes! 🎷✨

🎓✨ Hats off to the Class of 2025! ✨🎓 We’re bursting with pride as we celebrate our amazing Fine Arts students—and the entire graduating class—for all they’ve accomplished. From center stage to the art room, the practice field to the band room, you've poured your creativity, heart, and hustle into every moment. 🎉 Here’s to new beginnings, bold dreams, and the next big adventure! We can’t wait to see where your talent takes you next. 🎭🎶🎨

🎭🎶🎨 The WRJH Fine Arts Showcase was full of student talent and creativity! From music and theatre to visual art displays, it was a great night to celebrate all the hard work these students have put in throughout the year. So proud of what they’ve accomplished!

🎤🎶 The WRJH Talent Show was full of energy, creativity, and skill! From singing and dancing to yo-yo tricks and instrumental performances, our students showed off a wide range of talents. The show opened with a strong start from the Room 131 Advanced Choir and kept the crowd entertained from start to finish. Great job to all who performed and helped make it a success! 👏