Westside Elementary

Coach Faulconer introduced fifth grade students to Fruit Loop tag. Players kick the hula hoop and try to avoid getting hit with the “fruit loop”. If you get hit, you go directly to the cereal bowl to do warm-up exercises like crunches and sit-ups. These Westies love the competition and good workout. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Lang loves her dear students, and they love their DEAR reading. This class enjoys having quiet time to explore and discover what their new books have to offer.📚 Drop Everything And Read #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Raffle tickets on sale now! Here is an awesome opportunity to support the Claremore Public Schools Foundation AND purchase tickets for a chance to win an authentic Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton Graceful MM handbag! Please share with your friends and family. For additional details and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://claremorepublicschoolsfoundation.org/ A special thank you to Misty & Chad Choat for their generous donation of this beautiful handbag!

Westside's incredible counselor, Mrs. Lyons, visits classrooms around Westside to teach social and emotional skills. This class helped identify emotions by viewing facial expressions and body language. Westside students love having time for the excitement and love that she brings to each lesson. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Mrs. Sanders' Class kicked off the season reading about penguins. First graders then used their knowledge about penguins to create nonfiction writing. Check out these informative creations! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Just a reminder that CPS families will have a four day weekend January 13-16, 2023. 🔴 January 13th - No School - PLC Professional Development Day 🔴 January 16th - No School - Closed in honor of MLK Holiday #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Just a reminder that CPS families will have a four day weekend January 13-16, 2023. 🔴 January 13th - No School - PLC Professional Development Day 🔴 January 16th - No School - Closed in honor of MLK Holiday #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Ms. Palmer's students review procedures and math facts while utilizing board games. These students loved getting competitive and right back into learning. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Fourth grade students know that teamwork, friendship, and fun are the perfect trifecta for a beautiful sunny day. These students had a blast at recess and loved the free time with their pals. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

This second grade class received a generous gift from their classroom sponsor, Sunloan. Not only did the staff at Sunloan provide presents for students to unwrap before the holidays, but they also purchased warm hats to welcome them back to school. These students were so excited and grateful for the surprise! Thank you, Sunloan, for supporting our Westies! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Welcome back, Westies! We are so happy to see everyone's smiling faces. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Westside teachers encourage and assist learning for others, but they also model what it means to be life-long learners. Educators district wide spent their first day back attending professional development training. The knowledge and skills gained during this time go directly to ensuring growth and success for our students. It's a great day to be a Zebra! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

The Westside clothing closet is running low. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. All clothing donations are welcome. Donations can be dropped off at the front office during school hours. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Tranquillite Spa and Massage Therapy was generous enough to donate certificates for staff throughout the district to receive a one hour relaxation massage. Huge thank you to the ladies at Tanquillite for supporting our hard-working staff! The massage winners for the first half of the school year include Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Olari, Ms. Johnson, and Mrs. Sinni. These staff members were so excited and grateful to have a much needed break. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

After learning about states of matter and how they affect the world around us, these second grade students made air blasters. After the lesson, they competed in air blaster relay races and participated in various experiments. We love to hear them cheer one another on as they compete! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE https://youtu.be/B1ecsl3eoTE

One of our Great Expectations shares, "We will recognize every effort and applaud it." These fifth grade Safety Patrol members recognized Mrs. Stone, Mr. Wesley, Mrs. Olari, and Mrs. McClurg with character recognition awards. If you think that's impressive, you should see our student Hero Wall! Way to go, Westies! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Westside students and staff enjoyed dress-up days in preparation for the break. Here's a peek at some of the fun that was had. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE https://youtu.be/FjeLpbVkYM0

Our Westside elves recently spread holiday spirit throughout the building. These elves didn't build toys, but they built up other little helpers before the Winter Break. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Meowy Christmas from these cat loving Westsiders! These three had the same idea when selecting a holiday outfit. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

The Westside Honor Choir recently joined Treble 131, the Junior High Show Choir, to sing a few songs to the school for their holiday performance. Students and their families were invited to attend an incredible event. Thanks to all involved for helping us start Winter Break off right! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE