Thank you once again to the William Barry Love Foundation for all you do for MPS! Our students and staff are so thankful for all the support you continue to provide. 💚
https://www.kjrh.com/news/local-news/muskogee/muskogee-public-schools-receives-million-from-william-berry-love-foundation-sept-27-2026
Join us one week from today, Friday, October 2, at 12:00 PM for the Muskogee High School Homecoming Parade! 🎉
Celebrate this year’s theme, Rougher Dreamhouse, as the parade rolls through Downtown Muskogee along Broadway St.! 💚
There will be no school on Friday, October 2, so come out and enjoy the parade with us!
Celebrate this year’s theme, Rougher Dreamhouse, as the parade rolls through Downtown Muskogee along Broadway St.! 💚
There will be no school on Friday, October 2, so come out and enjoy the parade with us!
What a beautiful morning for Transportation Day at Creek Elementary! 🚒🚓🚑
Students got to explore a variety of vehicles up close, learn how they work and hear about the important jobs behind them.
A big thank you to all of our community partners who came out and helped make the morning so fun and educational for our students! 💚
Students got to explore a variety of vehicles up close, learn how they work and hear about the important jobs behind them.
A big thank you to all of our community partners who came out and helped make the morning so fun and educational for our students! 💚
A huge thank you to the Staggs family for their incredibly generous $5,000 gift to the Cherokee Elementary School PTO! 💚
After seeing the great things happening at Cherokee, they wanted to give back and stopped by the school with this thoughtful donation.
Thank you, Staggs family, for making a difference in our community!
After seeing the great things happening at Cherokee, they wanted to give back and stopped by the school with this thoughtful donation.
Thank you, Staggs family, for making a difference in our community!
News On 6 recently shared an update on MPS’ decision to pause the current timeline for a potential 2027 bond proposal. Check out the full story below.
https://www.newson6.com/tulsa-oklahoma-education/muskogee-public-schools-2027-bond
Ahoy, mateys! Cherokee Elementary School celebrated Read Like a Pirate Day with some serious pirate spirit! We love seeing our Roughers make reading fun! 📚💚
Just a little Friday fun! We love seeing our Roughers show their school spirit! 💚📣
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A BIG thank you to the William Barry Love Foundation - Love Bottling Co. for their generous support of Muskogee Public Schools! 💚
Representatives from the William Barry Love Foundation joined us at last night’s Board of Education meeting to present MPS with a $1,149,800 check to support programs and opportunities for our students.
This funding will support the Rougher Extended Day Program, reading and math interventionists, and Concurrent and Early College High School, helping provide additional opportunities and support for students across our district.
We are incredibly grateful for the continued investment the William Barry Love Foundation makes in our students, staff and schools. Thank you for supporting Muskogee Public Schools and our students!
Representatives from the William Barry Love Foundation joined us at last night’s Board of Education meeting to present MPS with a $1,149,800 check to support programs and opportunities for our students.
This funding will support the Rougher Extended Day Program, reading and math interventionists, and Concurrent and Early College High School, helping provide additional opportunities and support for students across our district.
We are incredibly grateful for the continued investment the William Barry Love Foundation makes in our students, staff and schools. Thank you for supporting Muskogee Public Schools and our students!
REMINDER: No school on Friday, September 18, 2026, as our staff will be participating in a Professional Development Day! We hope everyone enjoys the day off.
Don’t forget! Friday night is Little Rougher Night at our home football game at Rougher Village.
Students participating in INFC football or cheer who wear their Muskogee jersey will be admitted free and recognized during the pregame. Students must be accompanied by an adult, and the adult is required to purchase a ticket.
We’d love to see you Friday night supporting our Roughers! 💚
Happy National IT Professionals Day! 💚
Today, we’re giving a big thank you to the team behind the technology that keeps Muskogee Public Schools connected. From troubleshooting in the classroom to keeping our systems, devices and network running, our IT team works behind the scenes to make sure our students and staff have what they need each day.
We appreciate everything you do for our Rougher Family!
Today, we’re giving a big thank you to the team behind the technology that keeps Muskogee Public Schools connected. From troubleshooting in the classroom to keeping our systems, devices and network running, our IT team works behind the scenes to make sure our students and staff have what they need each day.
We appreciate everything you do for our Rougher Family!
September 14, 2026 - Statement from Dr. Jarod Mendenhall, Superintendent of Muskogee Public Schools
Our students and community came together downtown this morning for our Muskogee Early Childhood Center & Sadler Arts Academy Patriotic Parade as we celebrated our country and honored the veterans and first responders who serve our community.
On September 11, we pause to remember, reflect and stand together in gratitude. We are thankful for the opportunity to come together as a Rougher Family and recognize those who have served and sacrificed for our country. 🇺🇸
On September 11, we pause to remember, reflect and stand together in gratitude. We are thankful for the opportunity to come together as a Rougher Family and recognize those who have served and sacrificed for our country. 🇺🇸
We hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend!
Here are a few highlights from Friday Night Lights!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and athletes. We hope you have a great rest of the week!
Here are a few highlights from Friday Night Lights!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and athletes. We hope you have a great rest of the week!
REMINDER: No school on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day! We hope you have a fun and safe long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
Muskogee Early Childhood Center & Sadler Arts Academy: Patriotic Parade! 🇺🇸
Join us Friday, September 11, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in downtown Muskogee for our Patriotic Parade! The parade will begin on N. 6th St., travel down Broadway St., and end on 2nd St.
Our lineup will feature Muskogee Early Childhood Center, Sadler Arts Academy, Muskogee Fire Department, EMS, Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and local veterans. Parents, families, and local businesses are invited to line the streets and cheer us on as we celebrate together!
Don’t forget to wear your red, white, and blue as we honor our first responders and veterans! ❤️🤍💙
Join us Friday, September 11, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in downtown Muskogee for our Patriotic Parade! The parade will begin on N. 6th St., travel down Broadway St., and end on 2nd St.
Our lineup will feature Muskogee Early Childhood Center, Sadler Arts Academy, Muskogee Fire Department, EMS, Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and local veterans. Parents, families, and local businesses are invited to line the streets and cheer us on as we celebrate together!
Don’t forget to wear your red, white, and blue as we honor our first responders and veterans! ❤️🤍💙
WELCOME BACK, ROUGHERS!
Football season is here, and we’re excited to welcome Rougher fans back to the stadium! Before you head out for game night, we want to make sure you have all the information you need for a smooth and enjoyable experience. Here’s what you need to know before you arrive.
TICKET INFORMATION
General admission tickets are available at the gate only. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and $5 for seniors. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.
The Rougher Spirit Store in the Rougher Village Arena also offers reserved season tickets, All Sports Passes, Varsity Club memberships and football parking passes. Reserved season tickets are $75 per seat, All Sports Passes are $75 for adults and $35 for students, Varsity Club memberships are $300 per person, and football parking passes are $100.
In-person sales at the Rougher Spirit Store are available Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.
PARKING & ENTRANCE DETAILS
Parking is available throughout the Muskogee High School campus on game day. Shuttle services will be available from several locations.
A bus shuttle will run from Dunham’s, with the first pickup beginning at 5:15 p.m. Please see the photo reference in the comments. Shuttles will also be available at Ron Milam Gym and the bottom of A Building. Shuttles will transport fans to the stadium before the game and provide transportation back to those locations following the game.
Please note that there will be no parking available at Bacone or in front of North Point Plaza Shopping Center near Ollie’s.
Parking directly in front of Rougher Village will be reserved for Varsity Club members, parking pass holders, handicap parking, officials, chain crew and press. We’ve heard your feedback regarding handicap parking, and we’ve doubled the number of handicap spaces in front of Rougher Village this year. More than 22 handicap parking spaces will be available.
Visiting team parking will enter through the high school’s main entrance and follow the loop around the high school to the back of the stadium. Athletic parking will be located at G Building and will be reserved for football coaches, administration, visiting administration and game day staff.
Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. For stadium entrances, the student gate is located behind the press box. The Southwest Main Gate will serve as the main public entrance to the stadium.
CLEAR BAG POLICY & GAME DAY RULES
Each person is permitted to bring one approved bag into the stadium. Approved bags include a 6.5" x 4.5" clutch wallet, with or without a strap; a one-gallon clear plastic storage bag; or a clear tote no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Anything larger than the approved clear tote size is prohibited. Backpacks are not allowed.
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the stadium. Seventh-grade students and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Additionally, all school-age spectators must be affiliated with one of the participating schools unless they are accompanied by an adult. Gates will close at the end of halftime. No entry will be permitted after halftime.
Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the stadium, and oversized stadium chairs are not allowed. There is also no re-entry once you leave the stadium.
Metal detectors will be in use at stadium entrances, and all patrons and carried items are subject to security screening upon entry. Prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded, and items left at the gates will be discarded. If you see anything suspicious or out of the ordinary, please notify a game administrator.
Thank you for helping us keep game nights safe, organized and enjoyable for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation. Let’s have a great season, Roughers!
Football season is here, and we’re excited to welcome Rougher fans back to the stadium! Before you head out for game night, we want to make sure you have all the information you need for a smooth and enjoyable experience. Here’s what you need to know before you arrive.
TICKET INFORMATION
General admission tickets are available at the gate only. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and $5 for seniors. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.
The Rougher Spirit Store in the Rougher Village Arena also offers reserved season tickets, All Sports Passes, Varsity Club memberships and football parking passes. Reserved season tickets are $75 per seat, All Sports Passes are $75 for adults and $35 for students, Varsity Club memberships are $300 per person, and football parking passes are $100.
In-person sales at the Rougher Spirit Store are available Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.
PARKING & ENTRANCE DETAILS
Parking is available throughout the Muskogee High School campus on game day. Shuttle services will be available from several locations.
A bus shuttle will run from Dunham’s, with the first pickup beginning at 5:15 p.m. Please see the photo reference in the comments. Shuttles will also be available at Ron Milam Gym and the bottom of A Building. Shuttles will transport fans to the stadium before the game and provide transportation back to those locations following the game.
Please note that there will be no parking available at Bacone or in front of North Point Plaza Shopping Center near Ollie’s.
Parking directly in front of Rougher Village will be reserved for Varsity Club members, parking pass holders, handicap parking, officials, chain crew and press. We’ve heard your feedback regarding handicap parking, and we’ve doubled the number of handicap spaces in front of Rougher Village this year. More than 22 handicap parking spaces will be available.
Visiting team parking will enter through the high school’s main entrance and follow the loop around the high school to the back of the stadium. Athletic parking will be located at G Building and will be reserved for football coaches, administration, visiting administration and game day staff.
Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. For stadium entrances, the student gate is located behind the press box. The Southwest Main Gate will serve as the main public entrance to the stadium.
CLEAR BAG POLICY & GAME DAY RULES
Each person is permitted to bring one approved bag into the stadium. Approved bags include a 6.5" x 4.5" clutch wallet, with or without a strap; a one-gallon clear plastic storage bag; or a clear tote no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Anything larger than the approved clear tote size is prohibited. Backpacks are not allowed.
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the stadium. Seventh-grade students and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Additionally, all school-age spectators must be affiliated with one of the participating schools unless they are accompanied by an adult. Gates will close at the end of halftime. No entry will be permitted after halftime.
Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the stadium, and oversized stadium chairs are not allowed. There is also no re-entry once you leave the stadium.
Metal detectors will be in use at stadium entrances, and all patrons and carried items are subject to security screening upon entry. Prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded, and items left at the gates will be discarded. If you see anything suspicious or out of the ordinary, please notify a game administrator.
Thank you for helping us keep game nights safe, organized and enjoyable for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation. Let’s have a great season, Roughers!
Congratulations to the 2026–2027 Superintendent’s Advisory Council!
We’re excited to welcome these Muskogee High School students who have been selected to serve on the council this school year. They’ll represent their fellow students and share their ideas and feedback as we work together to shape the future of Muskogee Public Schools.
We’re proud to have these student leaders representing MPS!
We’re excited to welcome these Muskogee High School students who have been selected to serve on the council this school year. They’ll represent their fellow students and share their ideas and feedback as we work together to shape the future of Muskogee Public Schools.
We’re proud to have these student leaders representing MPS!
Here is a snippet of our Instructional Calendar for September:
- Sept. 7: Labor Day - No School
- Sept. 18: Professional Development for Staff - No School
To view the full 2026-27 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars
- Sept. 7: Labor Day - No School
- Sept. 18: Professional Development for Staff - No School
To view the full 2026-27 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars
Happy Friday, Roughers! 💚
We hope everyone had a great week and has an even better weekend ahead!
Rougher Football is on the road tonight in Springdale, Arkansas! If you can’t make it to the game, you can still cheer on the Roughers from home. The game will be livestreamed on RougherTV YouTube, with kickoff at 7 p.m.
Watch here: https://m.youtube.com/RougherTV?ra=m
Go Roughers!
THE MUSKOGEE WAY! The Fall 2026 edition of The Muskogee Way Magazine is now available online! The latest issue features stories highlighting students, staff, programs and district news, along with a look at the exciting things happening across MPS.
Read it online: https://www.muskogeeps.org/page/about
Read it online: https://www.muskogeeps.org/page/about
