This morning, Dr. Mendenhall spent some time at Cherokee Elementary celebrating Read Across America. There is nothing better than seeing our youngest Roughers excited about books and storytelling! 📚✨
Our Early Childhood Center is having so much fun celebrating Read Across America this week! It just so happened to be Wacky Wednesday too, so if you spot some crazy hair, know it’s all part of the fun. A big thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and families for making learning so much fun! 💚
What a fantastic evening at Trivia Night! 🎉
A huge congratulations to our winners:
1st Place – Advantage Controls
2nd Place – OG+E
3rd Place – Connors State College
Consolation Medalists – Shedden Trust
A special thank you to the Education Foundation of Muskogee for hosting such a fun and successful event in support of our students and staff.
We’re grateful to all of our teams, sponsors, and supporters who made the night one to remember!
Such a fun day celebrating Read Across America at Creek Elementary! 📚✨ We loved having Addison Rouse, Miss NSU, read to our students. It’s so special for our kids to meet inspiring leaders from our community and see all the different paths they can take in the future!
Inside the March issue of Mendenhall Minutes: Celebrating Read Across America, student performances, basketball regional wins, and spring break reminders!
Save the Dates:
Parent/Teacher Conferences – March 9–10
End of 3rd Term – No School – March 13
Spring Break – No School – March 16–20
Save the Dates:
Parent/Teacher Conferences – March 9–10
End of 3rd Term – No School – March 13
Spring Break – No School – March 16–20
So proud of our students from Tony Goetz Elementary who visited the Education Service Center to compete in a Shark Tank–style round of The Amazing Shake!
From confident introductions to challenging questions, these students showcased impressive leadership skills and professionalism.
Even more exciting, these students — along with other Amazing Shake participants — will travel to the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, for a leadership academy experience that will continue to grow their skills and confidence!
From confident introductions to challenging questions, these students showcased impressive leadership skills and professionalism.
Even more exciting, these students — along with other Amazing Shake participants — will travel to the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, for a leadership academy experience that will continue to grow their skills and confidence!
A little sneak peek into Muskogee High School's musical, Newsies! 🗞️
Our cast brought the energy, the talent, and the heart — and this is just a glimpse of what’s in store. Trust us… you do NOT want to miss this show.
There’s still time to grab your tickets! Tickets are $12 at mps.booktix.com
- Thursday, February 26 – 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, February 27 – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 28 – 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, March 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Come see these incredible students light up the stage at the Muskogee High School Performing Arts Center! ✨
Our cast brought the energy, the talent, and the heart — and this is just a glimpse of what’s in store. Trust us… you do NOT want to miss this show.
There’s still time to grab your tickets! Tickets are $12 at mps.booktix.com
- Thursday, February 26 – 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, February 27 – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 28 – 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, March 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Come see these incredible students light up the stage at the Muskogee High School Performing Arts Center! ✨
When educators come together, great things happen.💚
#TheMuskogeeWay
#TheMuskogeeWay
It’s #PublicSchoolsWeek, and we want to take a moment to thank our amazing employees, students, families, and community for always supporting Muskogee Public Schools.
We are a family, and we are #PublicSchoolProud!
Rougher Hall is officially complete at Muskogee High School! 💚
We are proud of this refreshed space that reflects the tradition, pride, and excellence of Rougher Nation. We can’t wait to see it filled with new memories for years to come.
#TheMuskogeeWay
We are proud of this refreshed space that reflects the tradition, pride, and excellence of Rougher Nation. We can’t wait to see it filled with new memories for years to come.
#TheMuskogeeWay
We’re proud to share that Muskogee Public Schools has been named Best in Class for 2026 by Cenergistic, our district’s energy-savings program.
In celebration of the award, Cenergistic presented a $2,500 check to the Education Foundation of Muskogee.
A special thank you to John Rich, MPS Director of Operations, who works closely with our campuses and the Cenergistic team to help us operate efficiently and make the most of our resources. This recognition reflects a team effort across the district!
In celebration of the award, Cenergistic presented a $2,500 check to the Education Foundation of Muskogee.
A special thank you to John Rich, MPS Director of Operations, who works closely with our campuses and the Cenergistic team to help us operate efficiently and make the most of our resources. This recognition reflects a team effort across the district!
Congratulations to our MIT Robotics Team on a strong showing at State!
This past weekend, the Muskogee High School robotics team competed at the state tournament, finishing 13th overall. They were the only team all day to hold the No. 1 team in the state and the No. 7 team in the world under 200 points in a match!
MIT also earned 1st Place in the Sustain Award for excellence in sustainability, recruitment, and community outreach. We’re so proud of our team and their successful season!
This past weekend, the Muskogee High School robotics team competed at the state tournament, finishing 13th overall. They were the only team all day to hold the No. 1 team in the state and the No. 7 team in the world under 200 points in a match!
MIT also earned 1st Place in the Sustain Award for excellence in sustainability, recruitment, and community outreach. We’re so proud of our team and their successful season!
This week we’re celebrating National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day and are so thankful for our MPS Campus Police team. From keeping our campuses safe to supporting students and staff every single day, they make a real difference, and we appreciate all they do! 💚
Love and friendship were celebrated across our school sites this week for Valentine’s Day! 💌 Check out how our littlest Roughers at the Muskogee Early Childhood Center celebrated with sweet treats, dance parties, and lots of smiles!
REMINDER: There will be no school Monday, February 16, 2026 to allow professional development for our teachers and staff. We will see you back in school on Tuesday, February 17!
Feeling the love as Valentine's Day approaches! A huge thank you to Main Street Muskogee for the hearts on the front windows of the Education Service Center, created by Muskogee-area students! We are grateful to be part of such a vibrant, welcoming community. 💖
#LoveYourDowntown #TheMuskogeeWay
#LoveYourDowntown #TheMuskogeeWay
Valentines are arriving at Tony Goetz Elementary from all 50 states! 💌
Ms. Clark’s 2nd graders have been opening cards, reading thoughtful messages, and learning interesting facts about communities across the country. This hands-on project has been a great way to bring geography to life in the classroom.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience possible for our students!
Ms. Clark’s 2nd graders have been opening cards, reading thoughtful messages, and learning interesting facts about communities across the country. This hands-on project has been a great way to bring geography to life in the classroom.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience possible for our students!
Our 8th & 9th Grade Academy students spent the week spreading kindness in our community. 💚 From creating Valentine’s cards for senior citizens to assembling toiletry kits and blankets for our unhoused neighbors, they’re learning that small acts of service can make a big difference!
Our 4th grade students at Tony Goetz Elementary did an amazing job performing at their “All You Need Is Love” concert! Thank you to music teacher “Professor” Rappe for leading such a special performance, and to all of our families and staff for supporting our students. We are so proud of their hard work and talent! 💚
Last night, we had the privilege of celebrating excellence, service, and lasting legacies at our Alumni Excellence Awards. It was a special evening of reflection and pride as we honored alumni whose achievements and contributions have made a meaningful impact on our schools, our community, and beyond. 💚
Congratulations once again to our 2026 honorees:
- Angelique Hillmon – Rougher Hero Award
- Dr. Carlton M. Caves – Professional Achievement Award
- Dr. Barbara Staggs – Service to the Community Award
- Lt. Gen. Phillip Buford Davidson, Jr. – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Porter LaVare Reed – Service to the Community Award
- Joan Hill – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Dr. John Martin Beal – Professional Achievement Award
Congratulations once again to our 2026 honorees:
- Angelique Hillmon – Rougher Hero Award
- Dr. Carlton M. Caves – Professional Achievement Award
- Dr. Barbara Staggs – Service to the Community Award
- Lt. Gen. Phillip Buford Davidson, Jr. – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Porter LaVare Reed – Service to the Community Award
- Joan Hill – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Dr. John Martin Beal – Professional Achievement Award
