Catalayah Elementary

As you prepare for Spring Break vacations, staycations, day trips, camps, or any other spring fun, PACK YOUR ZEBRA GEAR and send us your pictures. You don't have to go far, but you must show your #CPSZEBRAPRIDE (wear your ZEBRA logo) when you are there to be posted. Stay safe, have fun, and email photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us.

We want to give a HUGE shoutout to our incredible maintenance crew! 👏🔧🏫 They are always ready to fix, help, and keep our school running smoothly—whether it's a squeaky door, a leaky faucet, or rescuing a lost ball from the roof! 😂 We appreciate their hard work and dedication every single day. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Our PTO is the best! Last night, they treated our teachers to an incredible meal before conferences, and we couldn’t be more grateful. A huge thank you to the Andersons for smoking the meat and to everyone who contributed delicious sides and desserts—it was all amazing! We truly appreciate our PTO for always taking such great care of us! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

You guessed it, another busy day at Catalayah! Dress like a Tourist or wear yellow! And more fun guest readers!!!! Huge shoutout to Coach Jake and Coach Jason from the Men’s RSU Soccer team!! They brought their boys to come and read to our students! Our classes loved having them! We also enjoyed having Michelle Linn from Fox 23, Officer Stone and Deputy York. Thank you all for taking the time to come read to our kiddos! Tomorrow is Dress like a Cowboy or wear Green! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Being at school every day is a big key to success! A good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and arriving on time help students do their best. When kids show up ready to learn, they build strong habits that lead to lifelong success! A huge shoutout to Mrs. Roller’s 1st-grade class for an incredible 26 days of perfect attendance! That’s an amazing accomplishment, and we are so proud of them! Keep up the great work! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today was fun!!!! We dressed like movie stars, and had more wonderful guest readers!! Mrs. Townsend and Darlene and PawLea have almost read to every class in the school!!!! We appreciate them spending their time reading to our students! Ms. Storjohann’s class also had a fun guest reader, Ms. Storjohanns mom!!! Thanks for coming to the OG Mrs. Storjohannn! Check out Zebras Stripes also spent time celebrating Read Across America by diving into their favorite books! Tomorrow is Dress like a Tourist or wear yellow! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Our Book Fair is here!!! Mrs. Ritter and her amazing crew got it set up in record time this morning! It will be open Thursday night during parent teacher conferences from 4-7. Monday- Thursday 8:30- 2:30 Friday 8:30-Noon https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/catalayahelementary #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today, we're celebrating School Social Worker Day, and we want to give a HUGE shoutout to our incredible Mrs. Burnshire! Mrs. Burnshire, you are so important to us, the calm in the storm, and the unwavering support our students and staff. Your dedication goes far beyond just a job – it's a genuine passion for helping every child thrive. Elementary school is a crucial time for building a strong foundation, and social workers like Mrs. Burnshire are the architects of that foundation. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Desy’s 2nd-grade class had a blast in music class as Mr. W taught them about the tongue drum! This unique instrument produces beautiful, soothing sounds, and the students did a fantastic job exploring rhythms and melodies. It’s always exciting to see our young musicians in action! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Another great day at Catalayah enjoying our Read Across America!!! Our students and staff really understood the assignment for this one!!!! Our friends at Red Crown Federal Credit Union came to read and we also had Mr. Phil from Patsy's, Darlene & PawLea from Volunteers from Youth, Mrs. Townsend, The Cat in the Hat, Chloe from Central Office and our very own Green Eggs and Sam!!! How fun!!!! Not only did we have a great dress up day and some fun readers but our cafeteria ladies made green eggs and ham and wacky cake!!!! They are amazing! Tomorrow is Dress like a Movie Star or black. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We are so grateful for our amazing Partner in Education, Red Crown Federal Credit Union! They truly are a blessing to our school. A big thank you to Jeremy, Hunter, and Dori for taking the time to come and read to our students again this year!! Red Crown supports us in so many ways, and we appreciate all they do for our staff and students. Thank you for making a difference in our school community! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Our February staff of the month, Mrs. Spencer!!!! We are excited to recognize Mrs. Spencer as our February Staff of the Month! She is an incredible asset to our school, always bringing dedication, kindness, and a positive attitude to everything she does. Her hard work and commitment make a difference in the lives of our students and staff every day. Thank you, Mrs. Spencer, for all that you do! We appreciate you! ❤️👏 #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We have enjoyed our first day of Read Across America. Our students brought the bling and the red!!! Coach Hurt was a wonderful guest reader!! He read his favorite book, The Foot Book to Mrs. Hall's 1st grade class. It's a little unclear who enjoyed it more, Coach Hurt or the kids! Mrs. Beasley's class also spent some time reading today. They read some Dr. Seuss books that some of them haven't read in a while. Tomorrow is dress like a Dr. Seuss Character or Blue. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🦓 I’m Ready to be a ZEBRA! 🦓 📢 Pre-K & Kindergarten Pre-Registration Opens March 24, 2025! Calling all future Zebras! 🏫✨ If your child will be NEW to Pre-K or Kindergarten at Claremore Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year (meaning they did NOT attend Pre-K with us in 2024-25), it’s time to get them registered! 📆 In-Person Enrollment: March 24-28, 2025 Meet your school’s administrators, nurses, and counselors, get 1:1 enrollment help, ask questions, take a fun photo 📸, and experience what it’s like to BE A ZEBRA! 🦓🎉 🗓 In-Person Enrollment Schedule: 🏫 Monday, March 24 – Claremont Elementary 🏫 Tuesday, March 25 – Catalayah Elementary 🏫 Wednesday, March 26 – Roosa Elementary 🏫 Thursday, March 27 – Westside Elementary 🏫 Friday, March 28 – Make-Up Day (for all elementary sites) 💻 Prefer to enroll from home? No problem! Online enrollment is available! 📍 Where? Claremore Enrollment Center 📍 Address: 101 West 11th Street, Claremore, OK 74017 🔗 For details on age requirements, required documents, school boundaries, and more, visit: 👉https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/1509548 #FutureZebra #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #BeAZebra

Chef Ryan stopped by last week with another exciting treat for us to try—kumquats! The most common review? “It’s good, but sour!” We love how Chef Ryan and the Nutrition Office are helping our students explore new flavors they might not experience otherwise. Thank you for expanding our taste buds! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

The weather looks great for Running Club on Monday!

🌿 Cherokee Heritage Day at Catalayah! 🌿 Today, our 3rd-5th graders had an unforgettable experience as our friends from the Cherokee Nation Cultural Resource Center visited to share the rich traditions of Cherokee games! 🎯🏹 Students got hands-on with: 🏒 Stickball – The original fast-paced team sport! 🎗 Game of Grace – A test of coordination and skill. 🪨 Cherokee Marbles – A game of strategy and precision. 🎯 Traditional Blowgun – A look into a centuries-old hunting tool. The Cherokee Nation is one of the largest Native American tribes, with a rich history of resilience, culture, and tradition. Their heritage includes a deep connection to language, storytelling, art, and games that have been passed down for generations. Events like Cherokee Heritage Day help keep these traditions alive, allowing future generations to learn, appreciate, and take pride in their roots. Wado (thank you) to all who help preserve and share this incredible culture! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Our popcorn fundraiser starts on Monday!!! We can't wait to try some of these exciting flavors. Your kiddos will be bringing home a flyer and order form. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🦓 I’m Ready to be a ZEBRA! 🦓 Calling all future Zebras! 🏫✨ If your child will be NEW to Pre-K or Kindergarten at Claremore Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year (meaning they did NOT attend Pre-K with us in 2024-25), it’s time to get them registered! 📆 In-Person Enrollment: March 24-28, 2025 Meet your school’s administrators, nurses, and counselors, get 1:1 enrollment help, ask questions, take a fun photo 📸, and experience what it’s like to BE A ZEBRA! 🦓🎉 🗓 In-Person Enrollment Schedule: 🏫 Monday, March 24 – Claremont Elementary 🏫 Tuesday, March 25 – Catalayah Elementary 🏫 Wednesday, March 26 – Roosa Elementary 🏫 Thursday, March 27 – Westside Elementary 🏫 Friday, March 28 – Make-Up Day (for all elementary sites) ENROLLMENT OPTIONS 🤝In-person during regular business hours. 💻Enroll ONLINE from the comfort of your own home. 📍Claremore Enrollment Center is located at 101 West 11th Street, Claremore, OK 74017 🔗 For details on age requirements, required documents, school boundaries, and more, visit: ▶ https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/1022007 #FutureZebra #CPSZEBRAPRIDE #BeAZebra

PTO MEETING Have you been thinking about joining PTO? Now is the time! Our PTO is meeting this Wednesday, and we’d love for you to be part of the conversation as we plan all the exciting things happening for the rest of the school year. Our PTO plays a huge role in supporting our students and staff—from organizing events and fundraisers to providing resources that make a difference in our school. We truly appreciate all they do! ❤️🖤 Come get involved and help us continue making Catalayah Elementary the best it can be! See you there! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE