In honor of the Labor Day holiday, CPS will be closed on Monday, September 7th, 2026.
"Before the reward, there must be labor. You plant before you harvest. You sow in tears before you reap joy." Ralph Ransom
Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. The labor movement created it in the late 19th century, and it became a federal holiday in 1894.
21 days ago, CPS Communications
✨ A love for reading starts with a great story and a caring teacher. 📚❤️
Our kindergarten students were all ears as their teacher, Mrs Armbrister brought a story to life! Every page helped spark imagination, build vocabulary, and grow a lifelong love of reading.🌟📖 #WestsideZebras
22 days ago, Westside Communications
While practicing procedures on the first day of school, Westside's Resource Officer Moree blended in (or tried to) with our 3rd graders! 👮♀️
22 days ago, Westside Communications
One of Westside's favorites, Mr. McGuire, volunteers his time to water the flowers and plants in the flower beds in front of the school. 🏫 🌸
22 days ago, Westside Communications
SAVE THE DATE: Parent/Teacher Conference for 26-27
Claremore Public Schools aims to partner with parents and guardians to achieve our District goals for all students: to raise student achievement, close the achievement gap, provide educational equity, and ensure a safe educational environment.
One way we do this is through parent-teacher conferences. Although you can request a conference any time, the district schedules four evening dates each year for conferences.
FALL Parent-Teacher Conferences:
✅High School: Oct. 8 & Nov. 12, 2026
✅WRJH: Oct. 8 & Nov. 12, 2026
✅Elementary: Oct. 8 & 13, 2026
SPRING Parent-Teacher Conferences:
✅High School: Feb. 11 & March 9, 2027
✅WRJH: Feb. 11 & March 9, 2027
✅Elementary: March 4 & 9, 2027
Conferences will be by appointment with your child's teacher(s). You may select your appointment time(s) using myconferencetime.com. LINKS WILL BE LIVE 10 days before the conference dates and communicated by your child's school site.
28 days ago, CPS Communications
It's a great day to be a Zebra! 🦓✨
Meet the Teacher 2026/ 2027 has come to an end and the energy around the building was contagious! We can't wait for the first day of school! 🦓❤️
29 days ago, Westside Communications
Thank you to our amazing Westside PTO! 🦓❤️
Our teachers and staff were treated to a delicious dinner from El Azteca during Meet the Teacher, helping keep everyone fueled and ready to welcome our students and families! 🍽️✏️
29 days ago, Westside Communications
August breakfast & lunch menus 🍳🧇🍕🍔🥗
29 days ago, Westside Communications
Cedar Point Church generously provided breakfast to Westside teachers & staff as they were gearing up for the start of school.
Thank you for stepping up & serving us, you are so appreciated, Cedar Point! ❤️
29 days ago, Westside Communications
The first 2 days of school have passed & it's good to be back! We hope everyone had a great summer! ☀️😎⛱️
29 days ago, Westside Communications
Westside says "Thank You" to our amazing PTO for providing She Brew breakfast & coffee during our beginning of year trainings!
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
Time for another ✨Wellness Wednesday ✨
This weeks wellness tip is to put together a puzzle! 🧩 Taking the time to slow down & get away from the screen, puzzles promote critical thinking and improve moods! 💭🧠
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
Wellness Wednesday 🌈
This weeks wellness challenge is to get outdoors and draw with chalk! Whether it's on the porch or on the sidewalk, drawing with chalk is a fun way to promote creativity and it's a great way to engage kids & adults of all ages! 🎨
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
📕 Marvelous Monday Reads 📕
This weeks book recommendation is "Pig the Monster" by Aaron Blabey. In this short story, Pig is a very greedy pug that is looking for treats! This book is great for preschool & elementary kids.
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
✨Wellness Wednesday ✨ featuring some of Westside's pre-k students!
This weeks wellness challenge is to have a glow dance party! Grab some glow sticks & turn on some tunes, and dance your heart out. Spending time laughing, moving & making memories together is a great way to support both physical and emotional wellness 💙🌟
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
Before school even starts, our teachers are already learning! 🍎💻
Westside’s own kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Eckert, and computer teacher, Mrs. James, spent time in Tahlequah attending the TOSS (Teacher of Successful Students) professional development workshop. They explored new ideas, discovered exciting classroom resources, and brought back fresh inspiration to share with our Zebras this school year! 🦓✨
We’re so grateful for teachers who never stop learning so they can give our students the very best. 💙📚
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
Our Westside teachers have been hard at work preparing for an amazing school year! 🍎📚 From collaborating and learning together to planning engaging lessons, our team is excited and ready to welcome students back to the classroom. We can’t wait to make this school year the best one yet! ❤️🦓 #WestsideZebras #WeAreTheChange #BackToSchool #ClaremorePublicScools
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
Twin Tuesday featuring a couple of OU fans! 🏈
about 1 month ago, Westside Communications
School Times Changing in 2026-27
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, all public schools in Oklahoma must adjust daily school schedules. This change is the result of a new law passed during the 2026 legislative session, Senate Bill 1481, which requires all students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade to receive 40 minutes of recess each day. Under the law, part of this recess time does not count toward the state's required instructional minutes, meaning schools must extend the day by 20 minutes to maintain learning time.
After evaluating several options, the district determined that adding 20 minutes to each school day best preserves instructional time, avoids adding days to the calendar, and minimizes disruption to family schedules.
We recognize that even small changes to the school day can affect family routines. By adding 10 minutes at the beginning and end of the day, the district can comply with the new state law while minimizing the impact on students, families, and staff. Thank you for your flexibility and continued support as Claremore Public Schools implements this statewide requirement. The table below shows updated start and end times for each school. If you have questions, contact your child's school office.
These changes will take effect on the first day of school, August 20, 2026, pending approval from the Board of Education during our regularly scheduled meeting on August 10, 2026. We wanted to provide you with as much advance notice as possible.
For the 2026-2027 school year,
PreK AM students may enter the building at 7:15 a.m., with classes beginning at 7:40 a.m. and dismissing at 10:30 a.m.
PreK PM classes begin at 12:05 p.m. and end at 3:05 p.m. On Fridays, they will begin at 11:50 a.m. and dismiss at 2:10 p.m.
Kindergarten through 5th grade may enter at 7:15 a.m., with the school day running from 7:40 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. Monday through Thursday and dismissing at 2:10 p.m. on Fridays.
Grades 6-8 may enter the building at 7:50 a.m., begin at 8:05 a.m., and dismiss at 3:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with Friday dismissal at 2:50 p.m.
Grades 9-12 may enter the building at 7:50 a.m., with classes beginning at 8:05 a.m. and ending at 3:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 2:50 p.m. on Fridays.
about 2 months ago, CPS Communications
Twin Tuesday featuring Westside teachers in their trucker hats! 🧢🧢🧢
about 2 months ago, Westside Communications
