Early Childhood Center

Happy Valentine’s Day, Roughers! ❤️ Today we are celebrating the heart of our district and the moments that make MPS special. Drop a comment and tag someone who brings kindness and joy to our district. #TheMuskogeeWay

REMINDER: There will be no school Monday, February 17, 2025 to allow professional development for our teachers and staff. We will see you back in school on Tuesday, February 18!

EARLY RELEASE TOMORROW: All schools throughout the district will release early tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12, 2025. All Pre-K students will be released at 12:30 p.m. All kindergarten through 5th grade students will be released at 1:00 p.m. All 6th through 12th grade students will be released at 1:45 p.m. Daily schedules will be modified to allow students to meet with all of their teachers and have lunch before being dismissed for the day. After school transportation including bus routes and car lines will operate as usual but take place at earlier times. After school programming and activities will not take place. Parents should plan accordingly for childcare. Additional instructions for secondary athletes will be provided by school administration and coaches. For more information, parents should contact their child’s principal or coach.

February is Black History Month! This month and always, we honor and find strength in our diversity. 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

It's National School Counseling Week (#NSCW25), and we’re celebrating the incredible impact our school counselors have on Muskogee students! Whether they are supporting academic success, guiding career and college planning, or helping students navigate social and emotional growth, our counselors are always there to listen, encourage, and uplift. Their dedication makes a difference every day! Take a moment this week to show your appreciation for the amazing counselors at Muskogee Public Schools. Thank you, MPS counselors! 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

It's National School Counseling Week (#NSCW25), and we’re celebrating the incredible impact our school counselors have on Muskogee students! Whether they are supporting academic success, guiding career and college planning, or helping students navigate social and emotional growth, our counselors are always there to listen, encourage, and uplift. Their dedication makes a difference every day! Take a moment this week to show your appreciation for the amazing counselors at Muskogee Public Schools. Thank you, MPS counselors! 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

Here is a snippet of our Instructional Calendar for February: - Feb 12: Early Release Day - Feb 17: Professional Development - No School To view the full 2024-25 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars

✨ Spring 2025 Family Engagement Nights! ✨ Muskogee High School: FAFSA and OK Promise Assistance Nights: January 28, 4:00–7:00 PM, February 13, 4:00–7:00 PM, & February 25, 4:00–7:00 PM 8th & 9th Grade Academy: Student Involvement Fair: March 6, 5:30–7:00 PM 6th & 7th Grade Academy Gear up for Life: Family Leadership Academy: March 28, 8:30-3:30 PM at OSU-IT Okmulgee Sadler Arts Academy Parent Engagement Night: For the Love of Reading: February 25, 4:30-6:00 PM Creek Elementary Family Game Night: February 27, 5:00–7:00 PM Irving Elementary Family Night: February 6, 3:30–5:30 PM Tony Goetz Elementary Literacy Night/Title I Parent Outreach: March 4, 5:00–6:30 PM Pershing Elementary Spring Fling Literacy Night: April 10, 4:00–6:00 PM Cherokee Elementary Family Literacy Night: March 10, 5:00-6:30 PM Early Childhood Center Literacy Night: March 6, 4:30-6:30 PM

Today, we honor and celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. #TheMuskogeeWay

Reminder: Muskogee Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

All Muskogee Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 10, 2025, due to severe winter weather. This will not be a virtual day. Stay safe and warm, Roughers!

‼️ All Athletics Canceled Today, Thursday, January 9, 2025 ‼️ Due to today’s weather conditions, all athletic practices, games, and events are canceled out of an abundance of caution. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s safety. Thank you!

‼️ Rougher Extended Day Program Canceled Today, Thursday, January 9, 2025‼️ Due to today’s weather conditions, the afterschool program is canceled out of an abundance of caution. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your student at the regular dismissal time. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we prioritize everyone’s safety. Thank you for your cooperation, and please stay safe.

As winter weather approaches, it's a good time to remind everyone about the resources available for school closures, delays, and updates. Stay informed through the following sources: ⚫ Facebook: facebook.com/MuskogeeSchools ⚫ Instagram: instagram.com/muskogeeschools ⚫ Website: Muskogeeps.org ⚫ KJRH Channel 2: kjrh.com ⚫ KOTV Channel 6: newson6.com ⚫ KTUL Channel 8: ktul.com ⚫ KOKI Fox23: fox23.com Be sure to check these platforms for the latest updates!

Welcome back, Roughers! ! Let's finish the school year strong! 💚 #TheMuskogeeWay

See you tomorrow, Roughers! 💚

Here is a snippet of our Instructional Calendar for January: - Jan 1 -Jan 3: Winter Break - No School - Jan 6: Professional Development for Teachers - No School - Jan 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No School To view the full 2024-25 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/.../page/instructional-calendars

Reminder: Muskogee Public Schools will be out for Winter Break December 23 - January 6, with students returning on January 7. 🎄❄️

Muskogee Christmas Parade 2024! 🎄✨ A wonderful way to celebrate the season with our community. #MuskogeeChristmasParade

We hope you had a great Thanksgiving break, Roughers! Just three weeks stand between us and winter break—let’s make every moment count and finish 2024 strong!