Clinton Public Schools

Please help us recognize another recent Educator of the Game, Ms. Ashley Kelley. She was recommended by students who describe her as caring, down-to-earth, and someone who makes them feel comfortable and supported every day. 🎉

Ms. Kelley has taught at Clinton High School for eight years, creating a cozy, welcoming, and stylish classroom that is always a little caffeinated and never ordinary. She teaches Broadcasting, Advanced Broadcasting, Journalism, Fundamentals of Technology, and Senior Capstone, and also serves as the head coach of Mock Trial. Ms. Kelley has built a unique niche that blends creativity, competition, and real-world skills through hands-on, experimental learning experiences.

Her proudest accomplishments as a teacher are seeing her students succeed. She looks forward to the day they become successful, tax-paying citizens so that one day, she might finally be able to retire. She believes education should be meaningful, challenging, and memorable, and she loves giving back to the community that has supported her throughout her teaching career. 💛

Thank you, Ms. Kelley, for going above and beyond for your students and teams, and for the heart, creativity, and dedication you bring to Clinton High School every day. 👏🌪️

#EducatorOfTheGame #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

If you’re braving the cold and making the most of the snow this weekend, we want to see it! ❄️

Share your snow day fun with us, from sledding and snowmen to cozy moments at home. Email them, all weekend long, to communications@cpsreds.org. ⛄️🛷

Let’s see your winter fun #cpsreds families! 🌪️❄️

#WinterFun #WinterWeather #BuildingChampions

Clinton Public Schools and Western Technology are in session today.

We are keeping a close eye on the weather and will continue to monitor conditions through the weekend. See you soon!

#WinterWeather #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Clinton Public Schools is closely monitoring the approaching winter weather forecast. At this time, school will be in session Friday, January 23. We will continue to track conditions with student and staff safety as our top priority.

If inclement weather requires any changes to our normal school schedule, those decisions will be communicated as quickly as possible.

Families and staff are encouraged to watch for official updates from CPS via text message, email, phone calls, our website, social media, and local news stations.

#WinterWeather #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Tonight's the night! 🎉

The Clinton High School Choir, under the direction of Kimberly Duerksen, will perform as a part of the Thursday night Choral Honor Concert at First Baptist Church Tulsa. Come out and support these talented musicians as they take the stage. 🎶


#ChoirOfChampions #CHSVocal #HonorPerformance #okmea #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Congratulations to Clinton Middle School students Melanie Moy, who won the CMS Spelling Bee this afternoon, and Carli Patton, who finished as runner-up. 🏆📚

It took 12 intense rounds to crown a champion, with the winning word being hypnosis. 🤯

Melanie will represent CMS at the district-level competition. 🎉

It’s a great day to be a Red Tornado. 🌪️

#SpellingBee #Spelling #ScrippsNationalSpellingBee #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #cmsok

Our Clinton vocalists are headed to High School and Children’s All-State today, and we could not be more excited for them. 🎶

These students have put in the work, shown incredible dedication, and earned the honor of representing Clinton on a statewide stage. We are proud of their talent, their discipline, and the heart they bring to every rehearsal and performance.

#CHSVocal #AllState #ChildrensAllState #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

This morning, Clinton Middle School received an anonymous threat. As a precaution, all school sites were placed on lockdown while the situation was investigated.

We have received the all clear from law enforcement, and all schools have returned to normal operations.

Student safety is our highest priority. Law enforcement and school administrators responded immediately, all safety protocols were followed, and students and staff are safe. Learning continued with minimal disruption.

Thank you for your patience and partnership as we work together to keep our schools safe.

Clinton High School Vocal Music students spent Thursday with Dr. Jim Graves, Director of Choral Activities at Southern Nazarene University, during a special clinic as they prepare for their OkMEA Honor Performance this week.

Students received valuable feedback and guidance as they fine-tuned their music for this prestigious event. This clinic was made possible through a grant from the Clinton Public School Foundation, and we are grateful for their continued support of our arts programs.

So proud of these directors and singers and the dedication they bring to their work!

A special thank you to Dr. Sophia Lee from Southwestern Oklahoma State University for providing accompaniment for both rehearsal and their performance.

#CHSVocal #OkMEA #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #SWOSU #SNU #Music #chsok

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His words remind us that progress comes from perseverance, courage, and a continued commitment to moving forward together.

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds

CPS will be closed Monday, January 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday. Please note that our WES and CMS students will remain at their current locations when we return.

Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing students back on Tuesday.

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Congratulations to Coach Wes Miller and the CHS Academic Team on an outstanding win at the area competition today! Your preparation, teamwork, and focus were on full display, and the results speak for themselves—AREA CHAMPIONS! 🏆

This group now advances to the state competition on January 31 at Rose State College. We are proud of the way you represent CHS and can’t wait to cheer you on at state.

It’s a great day to be a Red Tornado! 🌪️

#CHSAcademicTeam #AcademicTeam #AreaChampions #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we are grateful for the leadership, service, and steady commitment of the Clinton Public Schools Board of Education. Their work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt every day by our students, staff, and families. Their decisions help shape opportunities, support growth, and keep students at the center of all we do. 💛🌪️

This month also gives us a moment to pause and remember Susanna Williams. Her dedication to the students of CPS and the Clinton community left a lasting mark. She served with heart, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to doing what was best for our children. Her legacy continues through the lives she touched and the example she set. 💐

#SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

It's Game Day! 🏀🌪️

Red Tornado basketball is back on the court tonight as we take on Woodward at the Tornado Dome. It is shaping up to be a great night of competition and school pride.

We will also take time to celebrate the people who make Clinton Public Schools special. Join us as we recognize another Educator of the Game, honor our Booster of the Week, and proudly introduce the CPS Board of Education.

And a special shoutout to our future Lady Reds who brought big energy to the game on Tuesday! Seeing them in the stands and on the court made the night even better. 💛

We'll see you there!

#ClintonBasketball #Basketball #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

A new Little Free Library is officially open at Nance Elementary, and Clinton is now part of a global movement celebrating reading and community. 📚

With more than 200,000 Little Free Libraries in over 181 countries, this small book exchange brings big opportunities for students to discover new stories and share favorites with others. Mike and Myrna Perkins, who host a Little Free Library near their home, shared a grant opportunity that helped make this project possible. The grant provided the library with boxes of books to get it started, and students have already chosen their first books.

Students are welcome to take a book, return a book, and keep the love of reading growing right here at Nance. 📖

#LittleFreeLibrary #ReadersAreLeaders #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

The CHS Choir spent Monday night rehearsing with Dr. Sophia Lee, Director of Music Therapy at SWOSU, who will serve as their accompanist for the OkMEA performance next week. 🎶🎹

The rehearsal focused on refining musical details, balance, and expression as students continue preparing for the upcoming performance. Working closely with their accompanist at this point in the process is helping the choir build confidence and bring the music together.

Thank you, Dr. Lee, for investing in our CHS vocalists. 💛

#CHSVocal #OkMEA #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #SWOSU #Music #chsok

Undefeated and unstoppable. 🌪️

Congratulations to Coach Wes Miller and the CHS Froshmore Team on an incredible showing today, bringing home championships in Science and Humanities/Fine Arts. This team continues to raise the bar with consistency and determination. 🏆

These Red Tornadoes continue to make CHS proud. 💛

#Academics #Froshmore #AcademicBowl #Science #Humanities #FineArts #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

We are excited to announce Trevor Powers as the new Head Football Coach at Clinton High School! 🏈🌪️

Coach Powers brings a strong winning background, most recently serving as head coach at Liberal High School in Kansas and previously leading Hooker High School to multiple district titles and state championship appearances. His experience, leadership, and commitment to student athletes make him a great fit for Red Tornado football.

Welcome to Clinton, Coach Powers!

#ClintonFootball #CHSFootball #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Southwest Elementary is proud to celebrate our December Together We Shine Award recipients. 🎉

Each of these students brings light to our classrooms and hallways through perseverance, responsibility, and genuine kindness. They lead by example in quiet, meaningful ways, showing up each day ready to do their best and encourage those around them. 💛

We are grateful for the positive impact they have on our school and proud of the way they shine for our Southwest family. 🌪️

#BuildingChampions #TogetherWeShine #cpsreds #swelem