Catalayah Elementary

You have seen us dance, you have seen us have fun......... so why not come dance, teach and have fun with us?!?!?!?!? We have some paraprofessional job openings available at Catalayah. I have attached the link for you to apply online. https://www.applitrack.com/claremore/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22Catalayah+Elementary%22 If you have any questions you can email Mrs. Shuck, kshuck@claremore.k12.ok.us #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Look at these boys!!! Some of our Zebra High School Football players come and help move furniture. We have a lot of moving going on at Catalayah and we are so thankful these sweet boys came to help! These boys spent their morning helping at the Zebra Football camp then came over to help us. Thanks boys and Coach Hurt! # CPSZEBRAPRIDE

NOW HIRING FOR THE '23-24 SCHOOL YEAR Are you a person who pursues excellence with a desire to make an impact in the lives of students? Look no further! We have incredible job opportunities waiting just for you. We offer great benefits and a fun family environment, but the real perk of working at Claremore Public Schools is being part of a community that values your work, encourages life-long learning, and fosters a supportive culture. Whether you're an experienced teacher, para-professional, or support staff or are just starting your career, we have a place for you to thrive and grow! 📚HIGH SCHOOL 🎭 Drama Teacher ✍️ English Teacher ✍️Science Teacher ✍️ Spanish Teacher ✍️ Social Studies Teacher ✍️ Special Education Teacher ✍️ Paraprofessionals 📚JUNIOR HIGH (6-8) ✍️ Counselor ✍️ English Teacher ✍️ Math Teacher ✍️Science Teacher ✍️Special Education Teacher ✍️Computers Teacher ✍️Choir 📚ELEMENTARY ✍️Pre-K Teacher ✍️Kindergarten Teacher ✍️1st Grade Teacher ✍️3rd Grade Teacher ✍️4th Grade Teacher ✍️5th Grade Teacher ✍️Special Education Teacher ✍️Reading Specialist ✍️Paraprofessional More Info: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/career-opportunities-at-cps

Summer is here!!!! What are your plans for the summer?? Have you signed your kids up for the summer reading program at the public library? Or have you signed them up for the Pizza Hut Bookit program? I loved BookIt when I was little!! Are you going on vacation? Tell us your plans! Whatever it is you plan on doing, don't forget your Zebra Gear!! #ZebraTravelDiaries - SUMMER BREAK SERIES As you head out on vacations, staycations, day trips, camp, or any other summer fun, remember to pack your ZEBRA GEAR. Send us pictures supporting your Zebras and tell us where you are and we'll share them with our community. You don't have to be going far, you just have to show your #CPSZEBRAPRIDE when you are there. Stay safe, have fun, and email photos to jbrace@claremore.k12.ok.us. *Only photos repping your Claremore Zebras will be featured. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Each year, local Masonic Lodges across Oklahoma honor outstanding students with the Student of Today award, a certificate recognizing that student for his or her accomplishments, including GPA, leadership and general personal and academic development. Our local Masonic Lodge also awards one outstanding teacher with a Teacher of Today award. During our 5th grade graduation Benjamin Dinh and Bella Thomas were awarded with the Student of Today awards!! Mrs. Ritter was awarded the Teacher of Today!! Great job to these students and teacher. Catalayah is very proud of you all! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Well we have had all our field trips, graduations, track and field day and last day of school. We have prepared our 5th graders for the Jr High!!! Mrs. Shuck enjoyed saying "tag you're it" in the pick up line on Friday. It's officially SUMMER TIME!!! Thanks for another great year Catalyah families!!!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Camp Week!!!! It’s going to be a great week for Zebra Basketball with something for everyone from K to 12th grade. All camps will start Wednesday at the New Gym. Use the link to pre-register and come and join us Wednesday!!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PC1-J8e9zGBCFDMoPjpVEfiyo_iz9zG0oCkvKIgT96M/viewform?edit_requested=true

Don't forget to pick up medicine tomorrow!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

The CPS District offices are closed Monday. It's important to tell the stories of those who are not here to tell their story. Join us in remembering and honoring those who have sacrificed their lives for this country. Have a safe Memorial Day. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Ms. Henry gave her students the opportunity to teach the teacher (and class). The students could pick any topic they wanted and were even able to bring props if they wanted. Here are some pictures of the ones that were able to "teach" today. The others will finish up tomorrow! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year is now open! All families must complete enrollment every year. Enrollment may be completed entirely online, and we recommend using a desktop or laptop computer to enroll. If you do not have access to a computer, or if you need enrollment assistance, the CPS Enrollment Center has computers and scanners available and will be happy to help. They are open daily from 8a - 4p (arrive by 3:30p). You are now able to enroll your current students for the 2023-2024 school year by accessing the student records portal through this link https://ok.wengage.com/claremore. Please watch the video instructions or follow the written instructions to update the necessary information and complete the 2024 school year enrollment. This applies to current and new students. If you have not previously accessed your Parent Portal account, contact the CPS Wengage Administrator at lkibbe@claremore.k12.ok.us. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We have a few Lost and Found Items that need to find their home. Anything left after tomorrow will be donated.

Menu Change for tomorrow. Instead of the Oklahoma Twister Dog we will be having a regular hot dog. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Does your student have medicine or an inhaler at the school?? If so, please make sure it's picked up by the end of the day on the 26th. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Wallis' class wrote and published a class book!!! The class researched different animals and wrote about them. The book is called Wonders of Wildlife! They were so proud of their hard work! ❤️ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎆🎇PSA Reminder There will be a fireworks display after the Claremore High School Commencement Ceremony tonight, May 21, 2023. Graduation will begin at 7:30p and end between 9-9:30p. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Here are a few reminders for Field Day on Monday!!! Its going to be a great day!! Please remember the sunscreen and water bottles. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Ms. Toops took her 4th grade Math classes outside to learn more about measuring. They were able to measure several different things while outside. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We celebrated Mrs. Simpson today. She will be retiring at the end of the school year. We will miss her and wish her happiness as she adjusts to the retired life!! Congrats Mrs. Simpson on 31 years in Education!! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Library Books are due now. We still have 19 books that are still out. Please check your house today and get those books turned in by the end of the week. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE