We are proud to share that Claremont has met the goal of being named a Great Expectations Model School for the 6th consecutive year! This recognition reflects the intentional work of our staff setting high academic standards, developing character, and supporting the needs of our students each and every day in a consistent, unified way.

In just a few weeks, we will host our Great Expectations Model School Assembly, welcoming honored guests from our Partners in Education, community organizations, district leadership, and our families who support the work happening at Claremont each day. We are so excited to celebrate our students and staff for this incredible accomplishment!

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We are proud to celebrate Mrs. Vicki Millsap, who has been selected as Claremont’s Teacher of the Year. This honor reflects the dedication, passion, and impact she brings to her students each day. And the exciting news continues! Mrs. Millsap is now in the running for Claremore Public Schools District Teacher of the Year! We are incredibly proud of her and know she represents Claremont so well.

It is time to recognize some of the most impactful members of our school family, our paraprofessionals. Claremont paras serve in so many roles across the building supporting in classrooms, working closely with students, encouraging, guiding, and stepping in wherever needed. They truly wear many hats each and every day, helping hold everything together while ensuring our students' needs are met. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, flexibility, and the care provide.

In celebration, we invite everyone to wear a hat on Wednesday. This will be a fun way to recognize the many hats our paraprofessionals wear, while also giving them our “hats off” for the hard work and heart they pour into our school each day.

The Claremont playground has received some thrilling updates, including being named Robson Park, and it is officially open! This is one of the most exciting moments for our school community! The name, Robson Park, is in honor of Mr. Frank Robson. He and his sister attended Claremont as children, making this tribute especially meaningful and deeply rooted in our school’s history. Built on historically significant grounds, Robson Park is more than just a playground. It is a symbol of community, legacy, and opportunity for generations of students and families.

Already, this space is making a tremendous impact, providing a place for laughter, movement, and connection during the school day while also serving our neighborhood families and the Claremore community during off school hours.  We are so proud to see this vision come to life and can’t wait for the memories that will be made here. This is truly something special.

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STAFF OF THE MONTH

JESSICA PECK

Mrs. Peck is a constant source of support for both teachers and students, always willing to step in and help wherever she is needed. She brings a calm, steady presence and has a special ability to bring clarity in moments that feel hectic. Whether offering a listening ear or a quick hug to brighten someone’s day. Mrs. Peck creates a sense of comfort and care for those around her. Her wisdom and guidance have not only supported the growth of her colleagues, but also make a meaningful and lasting impact on her students each day.

KELI GALVEZ

Mrs. Galvez consistently goes above and beyond in her role, providing incredible support to both teachers and students. She has a special way of encouraging students to do their very best while also making learning fun and engaging. Through her care and positivity, she ensures every student feels valued, supported, and loved, making a meaningful difference in our school each day.

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In celebration of Music Month, Mrs. Keener surveyed our staff about their musical backgrounds and interests.

She learned our staff has had piano lessons, sung in a chorus, played in a band or orchestra, and made music just for fun. Our faculty and staff members love music and a wide variety of it. Many enjoy a variety of genres of every style from rock to brass bands, from opera to pop, from blues to Red Dirt, from gospel to country, from rock to indie, and musicals to jazz! They enjoy listening to relax, stay active, and focus. They also are interested in challenging themselves to learn to read music better and learn new instruments, including piano, guitar, flute, saxophone, hand bells, and drums! 

Research shows that music can improve mood, reduce stress, and boost concentration— reminding us that what we listen to matters.

"I was impressed with the variety of eras and performers that my coworkers enjoy! It was fun to know that people like certain types of music for certain things like exercise, relaxing, and travel.

I am so happy they shared their musical experiences that changed their lives! They continue to enjoy listening to music, and they have dreams and goals of experiencing more live and performed music. I want our students to have this same love for all kinds of music, and my hope is to inspire that same love and appreciation for music in our students!"
                                - Mrs. Keener