Menu Change for November 18 and 22
Nov 18
We will be having cheeseburgers/ham and cheese sandwiches.
Nov 22
Chicken Alfredo w/ Garlic Knot
sunbutter and jelly
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No Running Club Monday!
Mr. Hartley (formerly known as Kaysen) stepped into the spotlight as 1st Grade Teacher for the Day after winning big at PTO Bingo Night! 🎉👨🏫
He jumped right into the role, taking lunch count and attendance, teaching reading, and even leading a lesson about Deer. (his special request).
Mr. Hartley tackled grading, spent some quality time in the workroom, and enjoyed a well-deserved McDonald’s lunch—plus plenty of snacks throughout the day.
It was an AWESOME experience from start to finish! Great job, Mr. Hartley!
Happy School Psychologist Day to Mrs. Kimblern!
She plays such an important role in supporting the well-being of students and staff at Catalayah Elementary. Her dedication to creating a positive and supportive environment truly makes a difference every day. We’re so lucky to have her on our team!
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Jax cashed in his PTO Bingo winnings and took on the role of Principal for the Day!
He started his day strong by hosting Rise and Shine and quickly embraced one of the perks of the job—spoiling the staff! Mr. “Chip”man made special snack deliveries before diving into his duties.
Jax picked the perfect day to be in charge, helping with preparations for the big fundraiser delivery. While on lunch duty with Mrs. Shuck, he even got to see his little sister! He enjoyed getting to have lunch in the workroom with the 1st grade teacher of the day, a fellow 5th grader Kaysen.
After all the hard work, Mr. Chipman and Mrs. Shuck visited a few classrooms to observe the amazing learning happening at Catalayah.
Fantastic job, Jax!
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Thankful Thursday!
Today, we’re giving a big shoutout to our incredible bus drivers! 🚍✨ They’re up early, working tirelessly to keep our kids safe and ensure they get to and from school without a hitch. These amazing people are often the first and last smile our students see each day, bringing positivity from sunrise to sunset.
Our drivers do so much more than drive — they’re also there to support school experiences, like field trips and join in on our dress up day and even make appearances in some of our TikTok's!!!
A special thanks to Brandon and Kevin, our transportation directors, for their dedication to keeping everything running smoothly. We’re so grateful to have the best transportation crew around! Thank you all for all you do!
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Our 5th graders have been hard at work preparing for JA BizTown for months, learning about financial literacy, teamwork, and business operations. Yesterday, they had job interviews with amazing community leaders—it was such a fun experience! Today, they heard mayoral speeches and held an election. Congratulations to Jett, our newly elected BizTown Mayor!!!
Mr. Winiecke’s music classes have been diving into the world of the xylophone! Did you know this percussion instrument has roots dating back to ancient Africa and Asia? Its name comes from the Greek words “xylon” (wood) and “phone” (sound), meaning “wood sound”.
Xylophones are not just fun to play—they help develop rhythm, coordination, and even math skills as students explore patterns and pitches. Our little musicians are learning how to make this timeless instrument come to life! 🎵👏
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If you picked up your fundraiser order yesterday, we will send home a copy of the order form. Thanks!
🚨 Fundraiser Update 🚨
We didn’t send fundraiser items home in backpacks today because we want to check with parents first. If your child only has a few non-frozen items that will fit in their backpack, we can send them home tomorrow.
📩 Please contact the office to let us know if you’re okay with this and would like the items sent home in your child’s backpack. Thank you for your support!
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🌍💖 It’s World Kindness Day! 💖🌍
Today, our talented students are spreading joy in a creative way by decorating rocks, which will be hidden all around town for others to discover. The goal? To brighten someone’s day with a little unexpected kindness! 🌟
✨ Because kindness ROCKS! 🪨💫
Keep your eyes peeled as you explore the community—you never know where one of these colorful creations might pop up! Let’s make the world a little brighter, one rock at a time.
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Thanksgiving meal is next week. We need your orange RSVP and money by tomorrow. #5 per guest meal.
If you have more then 1 child at Catalayah we can get them all together for 1 meal if you would like.
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Big shoutout to our first Bingo Night winner to cash in their prize—Coach Eli! Yesterday, he stepped into the spotlight as PE Teacher for the Day, and wow, did he crush it! 🎉
Coach Eli led the charge, explaining games, demonstrating skills, and keeping everyone moving and grooving. Coach Hughes even hooked him up with an official whistle—every PE teacher’s must-have! 🔔💪
Whether it was warming up the class, running relay races, or blowing that whistle like a pro, Coach Eli had a blast and did an outstanding job keeping our students active and engaged. Way to go, Coach Eli!
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Our Pre-k classes are trying to save the turkey!!! What would you eat more of instead of turkey?!?
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Ice Cream Day is Wednesday!!!
Students can purchase Ice Cream for $1.00 when they finish their lunch.
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Registration is open for our biggest fundraiser of the year! The CPSF Luxe Luau Brainiac Brawl is slated for February 1, 2025. Register your team of 8 here: claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org
The funds will support teacher and classroom grants. Thank you for partnering with us to enrich the quality of education in Claremore Public Schools.
*Must be 21 to attend & participate in this event*
After yesterday’s Veterans Day Assembly, these awesome 5th graders volunteered to help put up chairs after Rise and Shine—no one even had to ask! They showed what it means to live by our Great Expectations: “Help one another whenever possible”. We’re so proud of our students for their kindness and leadership. Great job, 5th grade!
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Fundraiser items will be delivered tomorrow!! Items will be ready for pick up between 2-4. Please check our social media for updates. If for some reason delivery is delayed we will update on our facebook page.
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🎶 Kindergarten Rocks Out with Stephen Fite! 🎶
Our kindergarten classes had an amazing time at the Stephen Fite concert at the PAC! This interactive, high-energy show wasn’t just fun—it was a musical learning adventure! Stephen’s award-winning tunes kept our kiddos moving, grooving, and learning how music helps the brain soak up information. From rock to reggae, every beat had them hooked! 🎤💃
After the concert, the fun continued with a picnic at the park—perfect weather, happy kids, and memories to last a lifetime. 🌞What a day!
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Quench Your Thirst and Do Good! 💧 This November, satisfy your taste buds with Chick-fil-A's legendary sweet tea and lemonade. Every gallon you purchase adds a refreshing touch to your gatherings and contributes $2 to the Claremore Public School Foundation. Help us exceed last year's $3,000 donation for class and teacher grants district-wide. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
