Muskogee Public Schools

We're proud to welcome our newest Muskogee Public Schools employees to Rougher Nation! From teachers and support staff to administrators and coaches, this incredible group is ready to make a difference. We’re excited to see the impact they’ll have across our district and in the lives of our students.💚

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💚 Rougher Nation! Help us kick off the 2025–26 school year! 💚

Join the Spirit Line this Friday, August 8, from 8:00–9:00 AM in front of Rougher Village Arena as we cheer on our Muskogee educators walking into our Back to School Convocation!

The Rougher Regiment, Spirit Teams, Football Team, and more will be there bringing the energy—and we’d love for you to be part of it. Let’s show our educators the support they deserve to start the year strong! 🎉

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It’s officially August, which means school is right around the corner! We’re excited to welcome our Roughers back for the 2025-26 school year. Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in August: - Aug 8: Employee Back to School Kickoff - Aug 11: Meet the Teacher/Schedule Pickup - Aug 12: Professional Development - Aug 13: First Day of School Find all Back to School info at: https://www.muskogeeps.org/page/back-to-school-central To view the full 2025-26 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars

MPS Administrative Retreat 2025! This week, our leadership team came together at The Canebrake for our annual Administrative Retreat. Time was spent strengthening relationships, aligning goals, and preparing for a strong start to the 2025–26 school year. Our administrators are focused, energized, and ready to lead. 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

MPS Administrative Retreat 2025! This week, our leadership team came together at The Canebrake for our annual Administrative Retreat. Time was spent strengthening relationships, aligning goals, and preparing for a strong start to the 2025–26 school year. Our administrators are focused, energized, and ready to lead. 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

Muskogee Public Schools was proud to host the HEROES Literacy Team for a powerful day of professional learning and connection!

We welcomed 70 attendees representing 18 school districts as part of the #PagesAcrossThePlains regional workshop. Participants engaged in meaningful conversations around literacy, dyslexia, and supporting all learners.

Special thanks to the HEROES team for their leadership and to everyone who joined us! 💚

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ECHS Bridge Camp 2025!

This week, incoming freshmen attended our ECHS Bridge Camp! Early College High School, in partnership with Connors State College, gives students the chance to graduate with both a high school diploma and an Associate's Degree. During camp, students participated in team-building activities, helped clean up the Connors State College campus, and learned from upperclassmen as they prepare to officially join the program.

To learn more about ECHS, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/echs/page/early-college-high-school

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A huge THANK YOU to Lake Area United Way for organizing the Stuff the Bus Supply Drive to support our local students and teachers as they head back to school! We also appreciate TTCU and Walmart for hosting collection sites and supporting the effort. 💚

There’s still time to donate through July 30! Call Lake Area United Way at 918-682-1364 to schedule a drop-off, or donate online at https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2LDBJ2NFTCV64— they’ll shop for you!

Teachers — don’t miss the FREE Teacher Pop-Up Shop on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Muskogee Civic Center. Please bring a valid teacher ID.

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WE'RE HIRING! MPS is seeking qualified candidates to join our team at the 8th & 9th Grade Academy. We have one Physical Science position, one STEM Career Tech position, and one Front Office Receptionist position available.

Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/mpsi20/onlineapp/

Happy Fourth of July, Rougher Nation! 🇺🇸 Today we reflect on the meaning of freedom and unity. Enjoy the festivities, stay safe, and have fun! Happy Independence Day!

All MPS district offices will be closed July 1-6, 2025. We will reopen Monday, July 7. Enjoy the holiday week and stay safe!

Attention All Students, Parents, and Staff: From June 28 through July 6, all District Athletic facilities will be off limits to students entering grades 6-12 due to the OSSAA Dead Week. During this time, there can be no contact between Coaches and Students, and no use of District athletic venues for athletic instruction, training, or participation. Coaches are allowed to perform maintenance tasks such as cleaning storage areas, mowing fields, and office work during this period. However, all athletic facilities will be completely off limits to all 6th-12th grade students to avoid negatively affecting eligibility for both Coaches and Students. Thank you for your cooperation!

What an incredible summer at Rougher Rise 5.0! Our students explored, created, and made so many memories. A big thank you to the staff who made it all happen and to the students who showed up ready to learn and have fun. We’re already looking forward to next summer! 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

Our elementary schools are hiring! 💚 Come be part of the Rougher family at Cherokee, Pershing, Irving, or Tony Goetz. Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/mpsi20/onlineapp/. #TheMuskogeeWay

Calling all future Roughers – the Class of 2039 is still enrolling! There are still a few spots left in our Pre-K program for children who will be 4 years old by Sept 1. 📍 If you’re on the west side of town, check out the Early Childhood Center at The Springs— a convenient location with beautiful learning and play spaces (just take a look at the photos below 👇). The Springs also offers a unique intergenerational learning experience, where students and senior residents connect weekly through play, conversation, and shared activities. 📍 On the east side, ECC at Grant Foreman is also enrolling and excited to welcome your little learner. ✨ Start your child’s journey with MPS today: https://www.muskogeeps.org/page/enrollment-services

JOIN OUR TEAM! MPS is seeking qualified candidates for teaching positions at the 6th & 7th Grade Academy. We have one English Language Arts position, four Science positions, and three Math positions available. Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/mpsi20/onlineapp/.

Class of 2025 — diplomas will be ready for pickup starting Monday, June 23 in the main office at Muskogee High School. 💚 The office will be open for pickup Monday–Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

READ PLAY TALK SUMMER POP-UPS! 📚 Join us this summer for FREE family fun at parks and events across Muskogee — stories, games, and playtime for all! Upcoming Pop-Ups: June 14 | Book Giveaway at the Farmers Market | 9:00–12:00 June 19 | Summer School at Tony Goetz | 9:00–11:00 June 26 | Honor Heights Park | 9:00–11:00 July 10 | Civitan Park | 9:00–11:00 July 17 | Spaulding Park | 9:00–11:00 July 24 | Rotary Park | 9:00–11:00 July 31 | Robison Park | 9:00–11:00 For more information please visit: https://www.muskogeeps.org/page/read-play-talk

🎉 Thank You, Firstar Bank! 🎉 Muskogee Public Schools was honored to receive a generous donation from Firstar Bank, presented by Bank President Corey Sisson and Vice President of Marketing Michelle Mings. This gift was made possible through the Firstar School Spirit Debit Card program—where $0.10 is donated to our district every time you swipe! We’re so grateful for Firstar’s continued support and commitment to education in our community.

From Muskogee to the NFL! 🏈💚 These Roughers are proof that hard work, dedication, and hometown pride can take you all the way to the top! A special wall has been completed in the Rougher Village weight room to honor the incredible journey and accomplishments of the latest three Muskogee High School alumni who made it to the National Football League. Stacy McGee – MHS Class of 2008 Former NFL defensive lineman. Played at the University of Oklahoma and was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in 2013. Also played for the Washington Redskins and Carolina Panthers. Robert Thomas II – MHS Class of 2009 Former NFL defensive lineman. Played at the University of Arkansas, signed with the Washington Redskins in 2014, and spent time with the Dolphins, Bills, and saw key playing time with the New York Giants. Kamren Curl – MHS Class of 2017 Current NFL safety for the Los Angeles Rams. A standout at the University of Arkansas, Curl was drafted in 2020 by Washington and continues to shine on the field today. Let this wall serve as inspiration for the next generation of Roughers chasing their dreams!