Will Rogers Junior High

Our 6th grade science students have been working on designing, constructing, and flying their hot air balloons. After constructing the balloons, they did several test flights in the commons area. 🎈 We're awaiting good weather conditions for the outdoor launch, and we'll share more photos of this event. Stay tuned for updates on our students' fantastic work, and watch their creations take flight! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Students in Mrs. Laurin's class practiced one-step equations with a scavenger hunt and puzzle exercise. They worked hard to find answers and match equation solutions to puzzle pieces. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🚌Transportation Dept. Reminder🚍 → Students can only ride the bus to their stop. They are not able to ride the bus home with another student, or get off at a different stop than their own. If you have any questions, please call our transportation department at 918-923-4320. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

WRJH Robotics Team has qualified for the State Robotics Tournament! Their hard work, determination, and exceptional skills scores have earned them a well-deserved spot in the competition. We are immensely proud of our innovators, and we wish them the best of luck as they head to state! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

It looks like another "Slip, Slide, and Stay Inside Day" on Friday, February 21st. Due to the continued weather, dangerous roads, parking lots, and sidewalks, Claremore Public Schools will be closed again tomorrow. While we always strive to keep schools open, safety remains our top priority. CPS after-school activities are canceled. The OSSAA state wrestling regional matches will proceed as scheduled on Friday. The 5A matches begin at 5 p.m. The OSSAA state swim meet has been rescheduled to the 24th and 25th. Check your Rooms for updates from your coaches and advisors. This will be an official “snow day,” so your assignment includes being safe, staying warm, and making a memory! Make it “A Great Day To Be A Zebra.” District leaders will continue to monitor the forecast and evaluate conditions, and decisions will be made on a day-by-day basis. Updates will be on all CPS platforms (Website, Mobile App, Facebook, & Email) and local TV stations. Download the app on Android or iPhone. Make sure your contact information is up to date on your parent portal. Winter weather frequently asked questions: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/643291

Ms. Prine's students worked together in teams to analyze 50 different passages, identifying their text structures and sorting them correctly. They did an awesome job collaborating and staying on task. Great job, everyone! Team work really does make the dream work! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

❄️WINTER WINS ANOTHER ROUND! ❄️Claremore Public Schools will be closed again on Thursday, February 20th. ❄️After-school activities, athletics, and competitive events are canceled. Coaches and program directors will provide updates on specific activities through Rooms on your CPS mobile app. ❄️This will be an official “snow day,” so your assignment includes being safe, staying warm, and making a memory! ❄️District leaders will continue to monitor the forecast and evaluate conditions, making daily decisions. Updates will be posted on all CPS platforms (Website, Mobile App, Facebook, and email) and local TV stations. Download the app on Android or iPhone. Make sure your contact information is up to date on your parent portal. ❄️Winter weather frequently asked questions: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/643291

Chef Ryan, our Claremore Public Schools chef, visits WRJH every Tuesday and lends a hand to our hardworking cafeteria staff. Together, they brainstorm new, delicious menu items for our students. Keep an eye out for some exciting new dishes that will be hitting our menu soon! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

It looks like the meteorologists were right on the mark this time. Claremore Public Schools will be closed again on Wednesday, February 19th, due to the continued winter weather. While we always strive to keep schools open, safety remains our top priority. After-school activities, athletics, and competitive events are canceled. Coaches and program directors will provide updates on specific activities through Rooms on your CPS mobile app. This will be an official “snow day,” so your assignment includes being safe, staying warm, and making a memory! Make it “A Great Day To Be A Zebra.” District leaders will continue to monitor the forecast and evaluate conditions, and decisions will be made on a day-by-day basis. Updates will be on all CPS platforms (Website, Mobile App, Facebook, & Email) and local TV stations. Download the app on Android or iPhone. Make sure your contact information is up to date on your parent portal. Winter weather frequently asked questions: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/643291

Ms. Reyes' class is exploring history hands-on! 🌵💼 Students took a virtual trip back to the Oregon Trail, experiencing the challenges of westward expansion. They managed budgets, had to make sure they had enough supplies, and calculated their risks, with a few making it all the way to Oregon. Smiles, cheers, and lessons learned - that's how we do history! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Claremore Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 18th, due to the winter weather advisory, dropping temperatures, and road conditions. While we always strive to keep schools open, safety remains our top priority. After-school activities, athletics, and competitive events are canceled. Coaches and program directors will provide updates on specific activities through Rooms on your CPS mobile app. This will be an official “snow day,” so your assignment includes being safe, staying warm, and making a memory! Make it “A Great Day To Be A Zebra.” District leaders will continue to monitor the forecast and evaluate conditions, and decisions will be made on a day-by-day basis. Updates will be on all CPS platforms (Website, Mobile App, Facebook, & Email) and local TV stations. Download the app on Android or iPhone. Make sure your contact information is up to date on your parent portal. Winter weather frequently asked questions: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/article/643291

Mixing history and exercise in Coach Dexter's class! 🏃️📚 Our students are learning about the French Revolution and decided to get active while diving into their readings. They walked around the school while discussing key events, then used the common areas and halls for more study time. What a way to make history both engaging and heart-healthy! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🎇Students of the Month🎇 Congratulations to the students of the month for January: 6th - Hugo Flores 7th - Noah Dearman 8th - Na'Kie Williams We are proud of you! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Today, we honor the incredible work of School Resource Officers (SROs) on National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! These dedicated law enforcement officers play a crucial role in our education communities, serving as mentors, educators, and protectors. Let's show our gratitude to these essential professionals who work tirelessly to keep our schools safe and secure. Thank you, SROs! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

We're excited to announce that our school now offers FREE online tutoring for all students! Whether you need help with a tricky math problem or an essay that needs a bit of help, our tutoring will provide the support you need. Don't hesitate to take advantage of this valuable resource and sign up for online tutoring today! Here is the link to our online tutoring: https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/tutoring #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

🏀PLAYER OF THE WEEK🏀 Ben Swan is our last Player of the Week for the season. Ben had a career high of 9 points in a victory over Pryor last week and helped his team improve their record to 11-3 on the season. Ben is very coachable and always has a great attitude in practice every day and has been a joy to coach this season. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

📅 Monday, February 17th, Claremore Public Schools will be CLOSED in observance of Presidents Day! Here are a few quotes to ponder as you rest, relax, and ready yourself to finish the school year strong. 🤝"We must dare to be great; and we must realize that greatness is the fruit of toil and sacrifice and high courage." – Teddy Roosevelt 🤝"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader." – John Quincy Adams 🤝"Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." – John F. Kennedy Enjoy your long weekend, and make it A Great Day to Be a Zebra!

Spreading love this Valentine's Day! 💕 In Mrs. Boyd's WIN class, students created Valentines for our local veterans. These tokens of appreciation will be delivered to the Claremore Veterans Center, to show our gratitude and bring smiles to those who have served our country. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

❤VALENTINE'S REMINDERS❤ Students who receive Valentine goodies will be told they have them. They will then be stored in the office until the end of the day. Students will NOT be allowed to take glass or balloons on the bus. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE

Last semester, Dr. Young's 7th graders studied the art of figurative language and created their own original poems. They worked hard to include figurative language and illustrations. The books have now been published! How cool is that? Way to go, young poets! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE