CPS school sites and central office will be closed on Monday, January 15th, in honor of the Martin Luther King holiday.
As we approach the Martin Luther King holiday, let us remember his words: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?' ” Volunteering your time, money, or energy to help others not only makes the world a better place, but it also enhances your own life. Here are some benefits of helping others:
✋🏾 Helping others can help you live longer.
✋🏽 Altruism is contagious.
✋🏼 Helping others makes us happy.
✋🏻 Helping others promotes positive behaviors.
✋ Helping others gives us a sense of purpose and satisfaction.
How do you serve others?
#cpszebrapride

Teachers from across the district came to Westside to learn new skills to enrich student learning. To watch these professionals asking hard questions, using their experience & expertise and working hand in hand for our Claremore students is inspiring. We can't wait to see our students back tomorrow! Hope everyone had a great break! 🦓❤️🤝

Calling All Swifties...PreK - 6th Grade
The Claremore dance team is in their Zebra Era and is hosting their winter Dancing With The Zebras clinic this week.
📅 January 9 & 11
👭 Prek - 6th Graders
🏫 CHS Mobra Gym
💲 $40
💃🏼 Performance - January 12th at halftime during the girls varsity basketball game.
❓ Contact CoachWarden at jwarden@claremore.k12.ok.us
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Nurse Rhiannon accepted Westside’s Certified Healthy Award - receiving a level of excellence from the Rogers County OK Health Department. Thank you Nurse Rhiannon for all that you do for our Westies! 🩺🦓❤️
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE

CLAREMORE ZEBRA LACROSSE K-4TH GRADE
SEASON DATES FEB 24TH-MAY 19TH
Early Registration closed on December 31st, but there is still time to register.
For More Information: 📩ClaremoreLacrosse@gmail.com
📝Register at sportabase.com/Registration/Register/3980
💻facebook.com/claremore youthlacrosse.com
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It's not too early to start planning your summer!
🏐 Zebra Volleyball Camp, June 5th - 7th 🏐
3rd - 6th graders: 10a - 12p
7th - 9th graers: 1p - 3p
$40/camper
Hosted by CHS Coaches
Contact: coachjackson16@gmail.com
More Info: https://5il.co/tb7g
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Before break, students in Ms. Taber’s 4th grade science class were doing major research & presented about natural disasters.
The students were put in small groups where they used their devices to research facts & information on their group’s topic. The groups used teamwork to develop their presentation, to create a poster to present to their whole class & they grew their public speaking skills.
Awesome job researchers! We love to see it! 💻🦓💪🏽 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE








Before break, Mrs. Classen’s & Ms. Christy’s class read Mooseltoe & were inspired to create their own big, colorful, beaded mustaches - just like in the book!
Zebras wearing a moose mustaches, oh yeah! 🙌🏽🦓📚🫎🥸 Art & literacy teamworking in a lesson - always a win.
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January’s focus, self-discipline, is vital for students, emphasizing determination in adhering to study routines and academic goals. It involves cultivating habits that contribute to long-term success. Embracing self-discipline at the start of the year sets a positive tone, promoting consistency and resilience in academic endeavors. Ultimately, this valuable life principle becomes a key asset for students, empowering them to excel in studies and personal growth. 🦓❤️📚✨
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE








CHS Theater Department is hosting open auditions for the spring musical "The Music Man" in January.
January 8, 9, & 10 - WRJH and CHS students
January 15th - children 3rd-5th grade
Questions? Contact Mr. Doonkeen or Mr. Gibson directly at
rdoonkeen@claremore.k12.ok.us and joshua.gibson@claremore.k12.ok.us.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE
"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear" ✨
Before the break, honor choir delighted the entire school with their caroling performance. Their harmonious voices echoed through the halls, spreading holiday joy and showcasing the choir's talent. The event left a lasting impression, creating a festive atmosphere for the entire school community. 🦓❤️
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Happy New Year to the Westside Elementary students and staff! May the upcoming year be filled with academic achievements, memorable experiences, and continued success. Wishing you all a fantastic and prosperous year ahead! 🦓🎆🎉🎇❤️
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE

“When I grow up, I want to be big like you!”
We are so grateful for Officer Hagen! He helps us feel safe, he is kind & builds connections with students & we have someone to truly look up to with him! Thank you Officer Hagen for being a great example! 🦓💪🏽❤️ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We popped in music before break and found Mr. Levesque & 5th graders using bucket drums to practice meter, tempo, beats & rhythmic accuracy. We are so grateful for the musical experiences our Westies are getting! Walking to the beat of our own drum at Westside! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE 🎶🥁🦓🎶





It's important to ensure that our families are prepared for winter weather as we prepare to return to school. To help with this, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions about winter weather and school. These include questions such as how and when we will be notified about any weather-related changes to school schedules. For more information, visit https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/643291.

Mystery Readers were bringing their A game before break! 📚🦓🙌🏽
Moms, dads, teachers, staff, principals & even Mr. Frazier - our superintendent, all came to 1st grade to be Mystery Readers & read to our students!
Thank you to those who volunteered their time to bring all the voices, stories & fun to our 1st grade Westies!! You could simply feel the pride from the kids. ❤️ Working side by side for our students - we are simply stronger together! 💪🏽🦓 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE










These wonderful kindergarteners helped the Grinch grow his heart by being kind and helpful to others. One of our GE Great Expectations is, "We will help one another whenever possible." They did an excellent job in defining this expectation!!! 🦓❤️🥰 #THROWKINDNESSAROUNDLIKECONFETTI #CPSZEBRAPRIDE










Merry Christmas, Westside Elementary! Wishing the entire school community a joyous and festive holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and shared moments of celebration. May this Christmas bring an abundance of happiness and togetherness to all students, teachers, staff, and their families!
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE

CHS Theater Department is hosting open auditions for the spring musical "The Music Man" in January.
January 8, 9, & 10 - WRJH and CHS students
January 15th - children 3rd-5th grade
Questions? Contact Mr. Doonkeen or Mr. Gibson directly at
rdoonkeen@claremore.k12.ok.us and joshua.gibson@claremore.k12.ok.us.
#CPSZEBRAPRIDE


RSU Women’s Basketball took time out of their busy schedules to come out to Westside & they spent some time pouring into our kids.
They read to several classes, they played games in PE, colored in kindergarten & even led 3rd grade in a game of sizzle, sizzle, boom!
We love having the RSU Hillcats & Zebras side by side!!! Partnerships that have big impact!
🏀❤️🦓💙💪🏽Go Zebras & Go Hillcats! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE










