Westside Elementary

Mrs. Reynolds class painted pumpkins and learned all about the pumpkin life cycle. 🎃 🌱

5th graders got to learn about storm water management in the Library. They used hands on learning during this presentation to learn about what happens during this process!

First Presbyterian Church and Claremore Rotary Club have teamed up to support our students in a huge way. They send snacks regularly to help out our students in need while they are at school! 🏫

Twin Tuesday featuring the after-school car duty crew! 🦓🚗

Vietnam veteran Don McGuire spoke to Westside 3rd-5th grade GT classes. He explained a bit about his service in the Army military police and Air Force service police in the early 1970’s. 🇺🇸 Mr. McGuire focused on choosing the military as a means of attending and graduating university after his duty tours. He also encouraged students to think wisely when choosing friend groups and look for ways to give back to their community. Eight of Mr. McGuire’s classmates from McLain High School, Tulsa, including two close friends, were among the over 50,000 Americans who perished in Vietnam. 🇺🇸

In the Library, Ms. Lang showcases an author of the month. October was J.K. Rowling, and students were sorted into Hogwarts Houses from Harry Potter! ⚡️📚

Westside teachers received nearly $8,400.00 in grants to enrich the quality of students’ education. 💰📝 These grants were awarded by Claremore Public Schools Foundation, which works diligently to provide funding opportunities to serve students Pre-K through 12. Westside is grateful for this support! 🙏🏻

Please join us this Veterans Day. Tuesday, November 11th at 7:00pm. 🇺🇸 3rd grade has been working hard and will be performing at the Robson PAC, next to Claremore High School. 🏫

Students working on Typing Club in computers with Mrs. James get to hang up an award for each milestone they pass. ⌨️💻🥇

🍹A Gallon of Goodness!

Make your gatherings unforgettable with Chick-fil-A sweet tea and lemonade, and make a difference in education at the same time. For every gallon you buy, Chick-fil-A donates $2 to the Claremore Public School Foundation. Let's rally together to achieve our $3,000 goal for class and teacher grants district-wide. Raise your glasses and let's sip for a cause! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

When Claremore Fire Department was at Westside, kindergarteners got to shoot hoops for a chance to try on the fireman's gear. One student made the shot! 🏀👨‍🚒

National STEM day is today and these 3rd graders have enjoyed their time with Ms. Henry, our STEM teacher. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and math. STEM encompasses critical thinking and problem solving skills and helps students be career ready.

Claremore Fire Department came and presented the importance of fire safety to Westside students. 🚒🧯 They learned about all about fire trucks and the ins and outs of how firemen respond to fires. They also showed students how to safely exit a house or building if there is ever a fire with a hands on approach.

Great Expectation #5: We will help eachother whenever possible. Ms. Pilant helped her student that was on crutches get to the car line after school. We love to see our Great Expectation practices played out! 🦓

Throwback Thursday featuring Mrs. Gelnar with a rise and shine selfie! All those smiling faces look ready for school 🏫

Our 5th graders have been working hard on their BizTown elections. Each nominee gave a speech to their peers before voting happened. 🗳️

Guest Reader in Mrs. Collins 2nd grade class 📚 Mrs. Collins’ class was delighted to welcome Assistant Principal Mrs. Gelnar as a guest reader. Students enjoyed her reading of Pig the Monster by Aaron Blabey.

Some Halloween fun from Mrs. Collins 2nd grade class. 🧚‍♀️👻🎃

Westside faculty all voted for the person who would receive the "Leader Lighting the Way Award" 💡 The month of October winner was our incredible school counselor and her furry sidekick, Mrs. Lyons! Thank you (& Maverick) for keeping Westside bright and shining!

Stomp out drugs! Or wear black. 👢🥾🖤