Claremore Public Schools

EARLY OUT TODAY! WRJH / CHS @ 2:30 PM Elementary @ 2:00 PM

ACT Registration Deadline is Friday 9.20.19 to avoid late fees for the October test date. For more info on the ACT test dates and to register click the link below. If you are a JUNIOR OR SENIOR and qualify for Free or Reduced lunches, you can receive a fee waiver for the ACT! If you have a waiver, register online and put the number in the top right-hand corner of the waiver in when prompted for payment. **If you call ACT to register using the fee waiver you will also get access to FREE ACT Online Prep, ACT Academy Test Prep, apply for college for FREE and much, much more! For fee waivers or to know whether you qualify, swing by the counseling office--Room 101! https://www.act.org/content/act/en.html

Professional teachers are made in the preparation; in the day in and day out of their discipline. They are made as they execute their training in the trenches and on the grand stage. They are made in the quite (okay, it's never really quiet) and in the noisy hallways and classrooms of their schools. They are made in the heart of a person - a person that chooses excellence, chooses compassion, chooses to invest in others, chooses to love. Claremore Public Schools is overflowing with #CPSZEBRAPRIDE for the professional teacher Mrs. Michelle Rahn is.

Tomorrow the State Department of Education will announce the Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. Claremore's, Michelle Rahn, is one of those top 12 finalists. We are proud to have her represent our school system. Her enthusiasm, pursuit of excellence, and desire to inspire this generation of critical thinkers defines #CPSZEBRAPRIDE! ​

Today is the 18th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on America. We pay tribute to those Americans whose lives were lost. We not only remember them and give them honor but realize that America itself was changed forever on this tragic day. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We are loving our new app! Stay updated with access to real-time sports scores, the daily cafeteria menu, news from administrators, student stories, and even emergency notifications. https://youtu.be/ES_ZGLWYOAI You can download the app for free on both Google Play or the Apple App Store. Download for Android: http://bit.ly/2OE8G1C Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/2MDu6cz #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

ZEBRAS win their season opener against Bartlesville 40-28! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

TUTORING STARTS THIS WEEK Response to Intervention (RTI) is a multi-tier approach to the early identification and support of students with learning needs. The RTI process begins with high-quality instruction and universal screening of all children in the classroom. Struggling learners are provided with interventions at increasing levels of intensity to accelerate their rate of learning. CHS provides a 40-minute class period everyday students can attend any class in which they might need additional instruction, remediation, or acceleration in their classes. In addition, CHS offers FREE TUTORING for all students in the areas of Math and English. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremore’s, Austin Day, performed with the All State Choir at the OSSBA conference last week where Mr. Bryan Frazier, CPS Superintendent, and Mr. Patrick Gotcher, CPS Board President were in attendance. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

After a late start, the Collinsville Hog Show kicked off the weekend. Sammi Jo and Rose did an excellent job driving their hogs and were rewarded for it. Rose was 3rd in her class with a young Duroc gilt. Sammi was Reserve Champion Hereford and was 4th in class with her Spot gilt. Congratulations ladies. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #ClaremoreFFA

The Zebras traveled to midtown Tulsa to run-rule the Bishop Kelley Comets in 5 innings 11-0. Next up...the Tulsa Hale Rangers at their place this coming Tuesday, September 3rd. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

ZTV is BACK!!!! Check out their first broadcast of the year. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1orh-U603Sa27iIN8CJPCSgOtartF8nA2/view?usp=sharing #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremont Elementary PTO closed out the first official week of school with their annual carnival. Looks like Principal Fay took a dip in the dunk tank while Mrs. Peck did time in jail during the festivities. Thank you to Travis Peck for serving as the emcee, and our partners in education RSU Athletes and RCB Bank.

It’s a great day to be a Lady Zebra! Congratulations to the team on their first tournament win. CHS varsity volleyball team won the Holland Hall Invitational Tournament yesterday. Maddie Hardage made the all-tournament team. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

CPS Parent Portal is one way we keep you informed about your students' academics and attendance. Letters with your activation codes were sent home with your student last week. However, if you encounter any issues or did not receive the form, please contact lkibbe@claremore.k12.ok.us. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

2019-2020 ACT NATIONAL TESTING DATES TEST: September 14, 2019 REGISTRATION: August 16, 2019 LATE REGISTRATION: August 17-30, 2019 TEST: October 26, 2019 REGISTRATION:September 20, 2019 LATE REGISTRATION: September 21-October 4, 2019 TEST: December 14, 2019 REGISTRATION: November 8, 2019 LATE REGISTRATION: November 9-22, 2019 TEST: February 8, 2020 REGISTRATION: January 10, 2020 LATE REGISTRATION: January 11-17, 2020 TEST: April 4, 2020 REGISTRATION: February 28, 2020 LATE REGISTRATION: February 29-March 13, 2020 TEST: June 13, 2020 REGISTRATION: May 8, 2020 LATE REGISTRATION: May 9-22, 2020 TEST: July 18, 2020* REGISTRATION: June 19, 2020 LATE REGISTRATION: June 20-26, 2020 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Tickets are now on sale for CPSF Claremore's Got Talent!

As you prepare for your back to school routines - here are the school times for each site. When a child is not present or on time they miss vital instructional material. Attendance Matters! Education Matters! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Where else would a teacher want to be on her birthday but with her students in that infamous Oklahoma heat? Ms. @Jesslyn Schrock left out early heading to OKC with the CHS FFA officer team for their annual leadership retreat. Expecting to improve collaboration, build trust, and energize the team she planned an original retreat at the RIVERSPORT Adventure Park in the Boathouse District. The morning on the water in rafts geared toward helping the FFA team work together more effectively, which included several races and a little tug of war. This experience inspired their creativity so, over lunch, the group collaborated on some long-range planning for the chapter. Build communication and work together with your group towards a common goal as you complete Although there is no "i" in "team," leaders need to be self-aware and personally challenged to have a growth mindset. A five-story ropes course helped them face their fears and engaged their adventurous nature. A couple of the officers embraced the unknown and tackled rumble jump. The leadership lessons all cumulated as they faced the Class 4 white water rapids. "While we all ended up soaked, it was an excellent personal and professional leadership experience. As a bonus... nobody fell out of the raft," she said with a grin. Happy Belated Birthday Ms. Schrock! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Five teachers attened #CPSSTAFFSUMMERSCHOOL professional development from EduSkills for our EL (English Language Learners) teachers. This PD focused on new changes in Oklahoma state law and how to use the latest software program, which simplifies paperwork. Guero Loco also trained teachers on how to reach our English Learner students in fun, positive ways through music and relationships.   Left to right: Jamie Hernandez, Kristy Hostler, performer Guero Loco, Rachel Foster, Vicki Hanson, and Stacye Bacon #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #CPSSTAFFSUMMERSCHOOL