Student Chromebook Return! 💻
It’s time to turn in those Chromebooks, Roughers! Here’s the schedule:
6th & 7th Grade Academy
📅 May 18 | 9:00-12:00 PM
📍 Auditorium Foyer
8th & 9th Grade Academy
📅 May 20 | 9:00-12:00 PM
📍 Library
Muskogee High School
📅 After Finals
📍 Main hallway of each building
It’s time to turn in those Chromebooks, Roughers! Here’s the schedule:
6th & 7th Grade Academy
📅 May 18 | 9:00-12:00 PM
📍 Auditorium Foyer
8th & 9th Grade Academy
📅 May 20 | 9:00-12:00 PM
📍 Library
Muskogee High School
📅 After Finals
📍 Main hallway of each building
Class of 2026 - The Countdown to Graduation Is On!
We can’t wait to celebrate you on Friday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m. at Rougher Village Stadium.
For all the details, check out the 2026 MHS Commencement Handbook ➡️ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DJVKmVAxtJcfwvoxQ5BbyMQ8cXq3LttW/view?usp=drive_link
We can’t wait to celebrate you on Friday, May 22, at 7:00 p.m. at Rougher Village Stadium.
For all the details, check out the 2026 MHS Commencement Handbook ➡️ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DJVKmVAxtJcfwvoxQ5BbyMQ8cXq3LttW/view?usp=drive_link
🎓 Celebrating Our Early College High School Graduates! 🎓
Congratulations to the 25 students in our Early College High School program who have officially earned their Associate’s Degrees from Connors State College!
Through this unique partnership, students earn both an Associate’s Degree and a high school diploma from Muskogee High School while attending classes right here on the MHS campus.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication. The future is bright for these Roughers! 💚
A special thank you to the William Barry Love Foundation - Love Bottling Co. for their generous support of this program and their continued investment in Muskogee Public Schools students.
📸 Stay tuned for more photos!
Congratulations to the 25 students in our Early College High School program who have officially earned their Associate’s Degrees from Connors State College!
Through this unique partnership, students earn both an Associate’s Degree and a high school diploma from Muskogee High School while attending classes right here on the MHS campus.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication. The future is bright for these Roughers! 💚
A special thank you to the William Barry Love Foundation - Love Bottling Co. for their generous support of this program and their continued investment in Muskogee Public Schools students.
📸 Stay tuned for more photos!
Muskogee Public Schools was proud to kick off a new tradition: Meet at the 50 💚
This morning, the Muskogee High School Class of 2026 and the Early Childhood Center Class of 2039 met at the 50-yard line at Rougher Village for a moment they won’t forget.
From their very first day of school to graduation, this full-circle experience brought students together to share encouragement, advice, and a glimpse of what’s ahead.
View all of the Meet at the 50 photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fflUHZ3sBSl3xNFPvHJSjcMxSsqhWiKA?usp=drive_link
This morning, the Muskogee High School Class of 2026 and the Early Childhood Center Class of 2039 met at the 50-yard line at Rougher Village for a moment they won’t forget.
From their very first day of school to graduation, this full-circle experience brought students together to share encouragement, advice, and a glimpse of what’s ahead.
View all of the Meet at the 50 photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fflUHZ3sBSl3xNFPvHJSjcMxSsqhWiKA?usp=drive_link
This week, we celebrate the heart of our schools—our teachers.
Every day, they inspire, encourage, and shape the future of our students in ways that go far beyond the classroom. Their impact lasts a lifetime, and our district is stronger because of their dedication, passion, and care.
Thank you for all that you do to support, challenge, and uplift every student. We hope you feel the love this week! 💚
#TheMuskogeeWay
Every day, they inspire, encourage, and shape the future of our students in ways that go far beyond the classroom. Their impact lasts a lifetime, and our district is stronger because of their dedication, passion, and care.
Thank you for all that you do to support, challenge, and uplift every student. We hope you feel the love this week! 💚
#TheMuskogeeWay
Inside the May issue of Mendenhall Minutes: Celebrating our students and staff at the Superintendent’s Honors Banquet, and a thank you to our students, staff, and community for making this school year such a success.
Save the Dates:
Last Day of School – May 20, 2026
High School Graduation – May 22, 2026
Memorial Day – May 25, 2026
Inclement Weather Days (if needed) – May 21–26, 2026
Save the Dates:
Last Day of School – May 20, 2026
High School Graduation – May 22, 2026
Memorial Day – May 25, 2026
Inclement Weather Days (if needed) – May 21–26, 2026
Thank you, School Lunch Heroes! 💚
Today we’re celebrating our Child Nutrition team who show up every day to make sure our students are fed, cared for, and ready to learn.
We appreciate all that you do for our students and schools!
Today we’re celebrating our Child Nutrition team who show up every day to make sure our students are fed, cared for, and ready to learn.
We appreciate all that you do for our students and schools!
2026 Superintendent Honors Banquet!
Congratulations to the 115 outstanding students recognized at this year’s banquet! Each of these scholars earned a GPA above 4.0, demonstrating remarkable dedication, hard work, and academic excellence. We’re proud to celebrate your achievements and can’t wait to see what the future holds! 💚
View all of the Honors Banquet photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EOSXI56FfCn0J11VMEsIAb1xjnL_Wstl?usp=drive_link
#TheMuskogeeWay
Congratulations to the 115 outstanding students recognized at this year’s banquet! Each of these scholars earned a GPA above 4.0, demonstrating remarkable dedication, hard work, and academic excellence. We’re proud to celebrate your achievements and can’t wait to see what the future holds! 💚
View all of the Honors Banquet photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EOSXI56FfCn0J11VMEsIAb1xjnL_Wstl?usp=drive_link
#TheMuskogeeWay
✨ Congratulations to our 2026–27 District Honorees! ✨
Join us in celebrating Kimberly Davison, our 2026–27 District Teacher of the Year, and Christopher Mims, our 2026-27 District Support Employee of the Year!
Congratulations as well to all of our Site Educators of the Year and Support Employees of the Year—thank you all for the incredible work you do each day!
View all of the Honors Banquet photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EOSXI56FfCn0J11VMEsIAb1xjnL_Wstl?usp=drive_link
#TheMuskogeeWay
Join us in celebrating Kimberly Davison, our 2026–27 District Teacher of the Year, and Christopher Mims, our 2026-27 District Support Employee of the Year!
Congratulations as well to all of our Site Educators of the Year and Support Employees of the Year—thank you all for the incredible work you do each day!
View all of the Honors Banquet photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1EOSXI56FfCn0J11VMEsIAb1xjnL_Wstl?usp=drive_link
#TheMuskogeeWay
Here is a snippet of our Instructional Calendar for May:
- May 20: Last Day of School
- May 22: High School Graduation
- May 25: Memorial Day
(May 21-26: Inclement Weather Days As Needed)
To view the full 2025-26 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars
- May 20: Last Day of School
- May 22: High School Graduation
- May 25: Memorial Day
(May 21-26: Inclement Weather Days As Needed)
To view the full 2025-26 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars
FINALIST FOR SUPPORT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR (in no particular order): Christopher Mims, 8th & 9th Grade Academy
Christopher Mims has been with Muskogee Public Schools since August 2024. He currently serves as an ISP Monitor at the 8th & 9th Grade Academy, where his presence and support help promote a structured environment for students. His dedication to students and staff is evident in his daily work.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Christopher Mims has been with Muskogee Public Schools since August 2024. He currently serves as an ISP Monitor at the 8th & 9th Grade Academy, where his presence and support help promote a structured environment for students. His dedication to students and staff is evident in his daily work.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Last night, we celebrated an incredible group of students at our annual Rougher 300 Banquet! 🎉 This special evening honors students in grades 9–12 who have dedicated their time and talents to serving the Muskogee community through volunteer work.
Through a partnership with the Nonprofit Resource Center, the Rougher 300 initiative encourages students to get involved and give back. Students who complete 300+ hours of service by graduation earn the title of Rougher 300 honoree and receive a silver cord to wear with their cap and gown, a symbol of their dedication to service.
Every hour makes a difference, and these students are helping build a stronger community. 💚
#TheMuskogeeWay
Through a partnership with the Nonprofit Resource Center, the Rougher 300 initiative encourages students to get involved and give back. Students who complete 300+ hours of service by graduation earn the title of Rougher 300 honoree and receive a silver cord to wear with their cap and gown, a symbol of their dedication to service.
Every hour makes a difference, and these students are helping build a stronger community. 💚
#TheMuskogeeWay
FINALIST FOR SUPPORT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR (in no particular order): Rebecca Mitchell, 8th & 9th Grade Academy
Rebecca Mitchell has been with Muskogee Public Schools since August 2014. She currently serves as the CNS Manager at the 8th & 9th Grade Academy, where her leadership and dedication help ensure students are well cared for each day.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Rebecca Mitchell has been with Muskogee Public Schools since August 2014. She currently serves as the CNS Manager at the 8th & 9th Grade Academy, where her leadership and dedication help ensure students are well cared for each day.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Happy School Transportation Appreciation Day! 🚌
Today we’re celebrating our transportation team and the important role they play in supporting our students and schools each day. From coordinating routes to maintaining vehicles and assisting students, every role in the department helps keep things running smoothly.
Join us in thanking our transportation staff for all they do! 💚
Today we’re celebrating our transportation team and the important role they play in supporting our students and schools each day. From coordinating routes to maintaining vehicles and assisting students, every role in the department helps keep things running smoothly.
Join us in thanking our transportation staff for all they do! 💚
FINALIST FOR SUPPORT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR (in no particular order): Kathryn Hall, 6th & 7th Grade Academy
Kathryn Hall has been with Muskogee Public Schools since January 2011. She currently serves as a paraprofessional at the 6th & 7th Grade Academy, where her support and dedication help create a positive and dependable learning environment for students and staff.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Kathryn Hall has been with Muskogee Public Schools since January 2011. She currently serves as a paraprofessional at the 6th & 7th Grade Academy, where her support and dedication help create a positive and dependable learning environment for students and staff.
The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Sheila Duncan, Pershing Elementary
1. Sheila Duncan has been with Muskogee Public Schools for 12 years and brings 35 years of experience in education, including time as a teacher, school administrator, and adjunct instructor.
2. Her words to live by: “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
3. When asked if teaching were a board game, she said it would be called Caffeinate, Educate, and Celebrate!
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
1. Sheila Duncan has been with Muskogee Public Schools for 12 years and brings 35 years of experience in education, including time as a teacher, school administrator, and adjunct instructor.
2. Her words to live by: “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
3. When asked if teaching were a board game, she said it would be called Caffeinate, Educate, and Celebrate!
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Tony Goetz Elementary Color Run 2026! 🌟
What an incredible day! Thank you to our teachers, staff, volunteers, and families who came together to make it all happen. We appreciate you!
What an incredible day! Thank you to our teachers, staff, volunteers, and families who came together to make it all happen. We appreciate you!
SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Nickie Murry, Rougher Innovations Academy
1. Nickie Murry is in her 13th year with Muskogee Public Schools and her 24th year in education. She has been recognized as Employee of the Month in March 2025 and February 2024.
2. Her words to live by: “Do the task the correct way the first time. That leaves no room for error or doubt,” a motto she shares with her daughters.
3. When asked what her classroom theme song would be, she said it would be “The Champion,” reminding her students that they are capable, supported, and never in it alone.
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
1. Nickie Murry is in her 13th year with Muskogee Public Schools and her 24th year in education. She has been recognized as Employee of the Month in March 2025 and February 2024.
2. Her words to live by: “Do the task the correct way the first time. That leaves no room for error or doubt,” a motto she shares with her daughters.
3. When asked what her classroom theme song would be, she said it would be “The Champion,” reminding her students that they are capable, supported, and never in it alone.
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
Muskogee Public Schools is proud to recognize our students selected to represent our district at the 2026 Oklahoma American Legion Boys State and Girls State programs.
These outstanding students were chosen through a competitive selection process and will join peers from across the state for a week of leadership development, government simulation, and teamwork.
Boys State Delegates:
Cory Peterson, Ja’Shaun Harris, Fisher Bemo, Benjamin Workings, Keaton Davis, Zackary Paschal, Ja’Viaun Harris, Jackson Rockwell, Mitchell Gatzman, Josue Ochoa
Girls State Delegates:
Kinley Wilson, Shaye Sargent, Rylan Williams, Brighton Davis
We are also proud to recognize Muskogee educator Dawson Leffingwell for his continued involvement as a Boys State Band Director and Senior Counselor.
Congratulations to all for representing Muskogee Public Schools!
These outstanding students were chosen through a competitive selection process and will join peers from across the state for a week of leadership development, government simulation, and teamwork.
Boys State Delegates:
Cory Peterson, Ja’Shaun Harris, Fisher Bemo, Benjamin Workings, Keaton Davis, Zackary Paschal, Ja’Viaun Harris, Jackson Rockwell, Mitchell Gatzman, Josue Ochoa
Girls State Delegates:
Kinley Wilson, Shaye Sargent, Rylan Williams, Brighton Davis
We are also proud to recognize Muskogee educator Dawson Leffingwell for his continued involvement as a Boys State Band Director and Senior Counselor.
Congratulations to all for representing Muskogee Public Schools!
SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Kimberly Davison, Cherokee Elementary
1. Kimberly Davison has been with Muskogee Public Schools for 26 years, including 9 years in support roles and 17 years as a classroom teacher. She has been recognized multiple times, including Site Educator of the Year at Grant Foreman Elementary, Ben Franklin Science Academy, and Cherokee, as well as receiving an Education Foundation grant and being named Certified Teacher of the Month.
2. Her words to live by: “Always work hard because hard work pays off.”
3. When asked what her classroom theme song would be, she said it would be “Good Morning” by The Singing Walrus.
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
1. Kimberly Davison has been with Muskogee Public Schools for 26 years, including 9 years in support roles and 17 years as a classroom teacher. She has been recognized multiple times, including Site Educator of the Year at Grant Foreman Elementary, Ben Franklin Science Academy, and Cherokee, as well as receiving an Education Foundation grant and being named Certified Teacher of the Month.
2. Her words to live by: “Always work hard because hard work pays off.”
3. When asked what her classroom theme song would be, she said it would be “Good Morning” by The Singing Walrus.
The District Teacher of the Year will be announced April 30th during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!
