The Classroom Collective

There’s a reason students walk out of Brianna Cassel’s classes still talking about what happened that day.

Her classroom feels less like a traditional science class and more like stepping into a real investigation. From hands-on labs and crime scene analysis to toxicology and ballistics, students are constantly learning through experience instead of simply reading from a textbook.

One of the first things that surprises students is just how interactive her classes are. Labs and activities happen almost every week, giving students the opportunity to test, examine, analyze, and problem-solve in ways that make science unforgettable. Students quickly learn how important documentation is to solving a case, how blood typing works, and the very real damage drugs and alcohol can do to the body.

And then there are the topics students never expect to love.

Decomposition. Blood spatter. Toxicology. Capstone projects.

What sounds intimidating at first quickly becomes fascinating under Mrs. Cassel’s teaching. She has a way of making students curious, engaged, and eager to figure out what happens next.

Some of the moments students remember most include working with OSBI fingerprint experts, wearing drunk goggles while attempting field sobriety tests, studying the stages of decomposition, and calculating the trajectory of a bullet during ballistics lessons. These aren’t just lessons students memorize for a test—they’re experiences students genuinely remember.

Next year, Mrs. Cassel will also be teaching Astronomy, bringing the same hands-on, engaging approach into the study of space. Students can expect interactive activities, meaningful discussions, and opportunities to explore the incredible complexity and beauty of the universe.

And yes—there are still spots available in Astronomy.

Mrs. Cassel’s classes challenge students to think critically, ask questions, and fully engage with the world around them. It’s the kind of classroom where curiosity grows quickly and learning feels exciting from the moment students walk through the door.

YEARBOOK DAY IS COMING. 🎉

On June 26 from 10:00–11:30 AM at Edmond First Baptist Church, students can finally pick up their yearbooks, hunt for all the hidden little “easter eggs” scattered throughout the pages, and aggressively demand signatures from friends before summer completely erases everyone’s memory.

Come ready to:
✏️ Sign yearbooks
👀 Find inside jokes and hidden surprises
🎉 See friends you haven’t seen in weeks (which somehow already feels like years)

A quick reminder from the Yearbook Distribution Department™️:We will not be delivering yearbooks to your house, meeting you in a parking lot, hiding one behind a bush, or coordinating a mysterious handoff through a friend of a friend.

Pick it up on June 26… OR wait patiently until Fall Orientation or the first day of school.

Those are the options. We believe in you.

Some students don’t need more pressure.
They need someone to teach them how to manage life.

This class is designed to help students build confidence, responsibility, organization, and the practical skills they need to succeed—not just in school, but everywhere else too.

Through hands-on activities, projects, group discussions, and real-world applications, students will learn:
• How to stay organized
• How to use a planner effectively
• Time management and study skills
• Goal setting and prioritizing
• Note-taking and reading strategies
• Google Classroom navigation
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Growth mindset and self-discipline
• Health and wellness habits that improve performance
• Everyday etiquette and social awareness

Students will also explore personality strengths, learning styles, and study environments that help them perform at their best.

This class helps students become more independent, more prepared, and more confident in handling responsibilities before high school and adulthood arrive faster than anyone expects.

Mrs. Raymond still has room in her T2 and W2 Smart Steps classes. For more information go to www.classroomcollectiveok.com.

Parent Meetings are required before the school year begins.

Would your first semester feel like you showed up to a movie 45 minutes late? Yes.

We’ll cover important procedures, communication, expectations, and updates that will make your year run much smoother.
✔ Multiple dates available
✔ Less than one hour
✔ Actually helpful information

❌ It will not be recorded.

Pick a date and come help yourself have a better school year.
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Grammar doesn’t have to feel boring.
And writing doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

This class gently introduces students to the foundations of grammar, writing, literature, and cursive in a way that feels encouraging, interactive, and fun. Using the highly respected Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) program, students will build confidence step-by-step as they learn parts of speech, punctuation, clauses, phrases, homophones, and more—without needing any prior grammar experience.

The writing lessons are humorous, creative, and designed to help students actually enjoy the writing process while growing into stronger communicators.

Students will also dive into 4–5 engaging chapter books throughout the year, complete fun projects and book reports, and participate in meaningful class discussions that strengthen comprehension and critical thinking skills.

And yes—cursive is included too.

This class is full of creativity, encouragement, laughter, and foundational skills that prepare students for future success in language arts while making learning feel exciting along the way.

Mrs. Raymond still has room in her T1 and W1 classes. For more information go to www.classroomcollectiveok.com.

Some classes teach information.
Tabitha Raymond’s classes create stories students keep talking about long after the school year ends.

Whether students are practicing public speaking, or writing from the perspective of a traveling classroom penguin, Mrs. Raymond has a way of turning learning into something memorable, creative, and unexpectedly fun.

Her 6th/7th-grade Smart Steps class pushes students outside their comfort zones in the best way. Students practice speaking in front of their peers, something many initially dread. But the nervousness quickly fades once the impromptu speech topics begin appearing. Subjects like “What if cats or dogs ruled the world?” turn speeches into laughter-filled moments students actually look forward to.

And then there’s the famous class pet tradition in 4th/5th-grade Language Arts.

Each year, students help care for a stuffed “dog,” “cat,” or “penguin” that travels home with a different student each week. Students journal from the pet’s point of view, creating hilarious and imaginative stories about the adventures they shared together. It’s one of those simple classroom traditions students never seem to forget.

Mrs. Raymond’s classes are filled with creativity, connection, laughter, and meaningful conversations—making learning feel less like work and more like something students genuinely want to be part of.

Come grab yours on June 26… or exercise extreme patience and wait until Fall Orientation on August 4. Those are the two options. No porch drops. No secret meetups. No “can I swing by real quick next Tuesday?” moments.

This is the yearbook pickup tour, and it only has two stops. Come and get it—or wait. 😎

Some students aren’t struggling because they’re incapable.
They’re struggling because no one ever taught them how to study. This class changes that.

Designed for 8th–10th grade students, Study Skills gives students practical tools that make school feel manageable instead of overwhelming. Through hands-on activities, guided planner use, peer support, and real-life applications, students learn how to stay organized, manage time, prepare for tests, complete projects without last-minute panic, and actually take ownership of their work.

Students will discover:
• How to study effectively
• How to plan ahead and meet deadlines
• Note-taking and test-taking strategies
• Reading comprehension and research skills
• How personality and learning styles affect success
• How to create routines and habits that work

This course is especially valuable for families who feel like they’ve been “figuring it out as they go.” Instead of constant reminders, frustration, and unfinished assignments, students begin building confidence, independence, and responsibility.

The goal isn’t just better grades.
It’s raising capable students who know how to succeed. Mrs. Simm's still has room in her W2 class. For more information head over to www.classroomcollectiveok.com.