As a reminder for tomorrow's first day, the No Cell Bell to Bell law will be in effect when the first bell rings.
Earlier this year, the Oklahoma Legislature passed a new law requiring all public schools to become “cell phone-free zones” during school hours. In compliance, the Claremore Public Schools Board of Education has officially adopted a local policy to guide implementation across the district.
Read more about law, policy, and consequences in this article that was emailed to guardians and posted on the website on July 31st - https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/2334569
Earlier this year, the Oklahoma Legislature passed a new law requiring all public schools to become “cell phone-free zones” during school hours. In compliance, the Claremore Public Schools Board of Education has officially adopted a local policy to guide implementation across the district.
Read more about law, policy, and consequences in this article that was emailed to guardians and posted on the website on July 31st - https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/2334569
With a new school year comes fresh opportunities to explore creativity — and our Will Rogers Junior High art students never disappoint! 🎨✨ Their talent, passion, and imagination inspire us every day, and we can’t wait to see the amazing projects they’ll bring to life this year. Here’s to a year full of color, creativity, and artistic growth! ❤️🖤
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From Audience to Actor!
CHS senior Tennessee Suiter got his start in theatre after seeing Hamilton at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, a moment that lit a creative spark. He took a leap, auditioned for the school play, The Addams Family, last year, and hasn’t looked back since!
This summer, he took the stage as Kurt Kelly in Heathers: The Musical Teen Edition, produced by Theatre Tulsa. After a full month of rehearsals, opening night debuted July 25th! Tennessee says the biggest lesson he’s learned is to “show up in a good mood and be open to advice, no matter who it’s from.”
We love seeing our Zebras chase their passions and shine on and off the stage! 🖤🎬
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Band Camp 2025 is in Full Swing! 🎺🎶
Our amazing CHS band students kicked off Band Camp 2025 with energy, focus, and a whole lot of heart! From early morning rehearsals to marching drills and music sectionals, they’re putting in the work to make this season unforgettable. 💪🔥
The dedication, teamwork, and passion on display prove once again—this band is ready to wow! Stay tuned... big things are coming!
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Our amazing CHS band students kicked off Band Camp 2025 with energy, focus, and a whole lot of heart! From early morning rehearsals to marching drills and music sectionals, they’re putting in the work to make this season unforgettable. 💪🔥
The dedication, teamwork, and passion on display prove once again—this band is ready to wow! Stay tuned... big things are coming!
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Oklahoma Jazz Educators along with Oklahoma Bandmasters Association hosted their annual summer conference in Tulsa, celebrating the hard work and dedication of both students and directors!
🎶 CHS incoming junior, Harrison Fourkiller, was selected to play bass trombone in the prestigious OKJE/OBA 5A-6A All-Star Jazz Band, while outgoing senior, Logan Henson, played Tenor 1 for the second consecutive year in this elite ensemble. Not pictured is Claremore incoming junior, Liam Sather who was also named to the ensemble to play auxiliary percussion.
Students have the incredible opportunity to work with guest clinicians known for their excellence in jazz, and this year was no exception! Dr. Jordan VanHemert, Director of Jazz Studies at Northeastern State University, and George Toumayan, Head Band Director at Metro Christian Academy, spent two days working with the students, ending with a concert we won’t soon forget! 🎷🎺🎵
Congratulations to Harrison, Logan, and Liam on their outstanding achievements! We are proud of you!
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CHS State-Winning Jazz Band to Perform at 2026 OkMEA Winter Conference
A huge congratulations to our State Champion CHS Jazz Band, who have been selected to perform as an Honor Group at the 2026 OkMEA Winter Conference in Tulsa! The band will take the stage on Thursday evening, January 22nd, as part of the Jazz Honor Concert at the Arvest Convention Center in downtown Tulsa. More exciting details to come!
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A huge congratulations to our State Champion CHS Jazz Band, who have been selected to perform as an Honor Group at the 2026 OkMEA Winter Conference in Tulsa! The band will take the stage on Thursday evening, January 22nd, as part of the Jazz Honor Concert at the Arvest Convention Center in downtown Tulsa. More exciting details to come!
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Our talented percussionists wrapped up an incredible week of camp, pushing their skills to the next level with focus, rhythm, and determination. Every session was a step toward excellence! 💪🎶
At Claremore, we’re always striving to get better—and this group brought the energy and drive to prove it.
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At Claremore, we’re always striving to get better—and this group brought the energy and drive to prove it.
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EVENING ENROLLMENT EVENT
📅August 4th and 7th, 2025
⏲5:00pm - 7:00pm
📍101 W 11th Street (look for the circle drive)
💭Interpreters available
📃Bring the required document - https://5il.co/coae
Enrollment webpage: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/enrollment-center
“Today’s the perfect day to check enrollment off your list.”
Returning Students: Complete your registration to return through your parent portal.
New Students: In Person during regular business hours or online at https://claremoreok.infinitecampus.org/campus/apps/olr/application/log
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! 🎺
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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
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
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!
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🎷✨ 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! ✈️🌍
