6th & 7th Academy

5th Grade Move Up Days! Fifth graders from across the district visited the 6th & 7th Grade Academy this week to explore the campus, meet their new principals, and learn all about middle school. They discovered elective options and got a sneak peek at what’s ahead. Our future Roughers are getting #RougherReady!💚

2025 Sadler Arts Academy Gallery Night! What a great evening celebrating our students and their artistic talents. This year’s Gallery Night featured an impressive collection of student work that reflected their creativity, growth, and dedication. Swipe through to see a few highlights from the night!

Congratulations to the 12 Muskogee High School seniors who completed the Elevate 18 program through Workforce Development Muskogee Port Authority! Over five weeks, these students gained valuable knowledge in OSHA standards, technology basics, and professional skills, all designed to help prepare them for a future in the manufacturing industry right here in Muskogee. We’re proud of their hard work and excited to see where their futures lead! #TheMuskogeeWay

GRANT PATROL 2025! What a way to start the week! The Education Foundation of Muskogee surprised educators across the district with grants that will directly benefit our students.💚 A huge THANK YOU to the Foundation and to all of our generous donors for making this possible! #TheMuskogeeWay

Congratulations to our outstanding students from the 8th & 9th Grade Academy and Sadler Arts Academy who earned awards at the Oklahoma State History Day Competition in Oklahoma City! 🎉 #TheMuskogeeWay

Student Chromebook Return! 💻 It’s time to turn in those Chromebooks, Roughers! Here’s the schedule: 6th & 7th Grade Academy 📅 May 21 & 22 | 8:30 – 11:00 AM 📍 Auditorium Foyer 8th & 9th Grade Academy 📅 May 23 | 8:30 – 11:00 AM 📍 Library Muskogee High School 📅 After Finals 📍 Tech Office

The 6th & 7th Grade Academy's Rock Band hit the road! 🎸✨ This talented group of young musicians toured campuses across the district last week, sharing their talent and love for music. Thank you to their director and everyone who helped make this tour possible!

Class of 2025 - The Countdown to Graduation Is On! We can’t wait to celebrate you on Friday, May 23, at 7 p.m. at Rougher Village Stadium. For all the details, check out the 2025 Senior Commencement Handbook ➡️ https://drive.google.com/file/d/14mfy7nmOHFSEf8qxzsF4d6e2qrmAEcED/view?usp=sharing

Tony Goetz Elementary Color Run 2025! 🌟 Thank you Muskogee Police Department for letting the kids decorate the patrol car and Muskogee Parks and Recreation for hosting us! #TheMuskogeeWay

To the ones who inspire, encourage and never give up. Thank you teachers, you make a difference every single day. 💚 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #TheMuskogeeWay

Where love and learning grow, you’ll find a teacher. 🌷 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #TheMuskogeeWay

We ❤️ our teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #TheMuskogeeWay

We’re proud to announce that Ginger Baker, our Director of Elementary Instruction, has been named the 2025 OASA District 10 Central Office Administrator of the Year! Congratulations Mrs. Baker!

This week, we are celebrating our incredible MPS teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week! 💚 How will you #ThankATeacher?

Our Teachers Are the Best in the West! 🤠 💚 Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek!

✨ 2025 Superintendent Honors Banquet ✨ Congratulations to the 117 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/1khrsRHL1bYUGgb_lVn8ZKSFVdXnhTvkM?usp=sharing #TheMuskogeeWay

✨ Congratulations to our 2025–26 District Honorees! ✨ Join us in celebrating Jametra Newton, our 2025–26 District Teacher of the Year, and Sam Taylor, our 2025–26 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/1khrsRHL1bYUGgb_lVn8ZKSFVdXnhTvkM?usp=sharing #TheMuskogeeWay

SUPPORT EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR FINALISTS: Our first finalist is Helen Ingram, Front Office Secretary at Muskogee High School. Helen joined Muskogee Public Schools in January of 2022. In her role, Helen is often the first person to greet students, parents, and visitors with a smile and a helping hand. Her positive attitude and commitment to excellence have made her an invaluable part of the high school team. Our second finalist is Sam Taylor, Bus Driver for the Transportation Department. Sam has been with Muskogee Public Schools since April 25, 1971 — serving our students and families for an incredible 54 years. Sam’s commitment to safety, reliability, and caring service has made a lasting impact on generations of Roughers. His steady presence and deep care for students are truly remarkable. Our third finalist is Sue Williams, Principal Secretary at the Muskogee 8th & 9th Grade Academy. Sue began her journey with Muskogee Public Schools in 2021. She brings a sense of organization, calm, and kindness to everything she does. Sue supports our staff, students, and families with dedication and care, making sure every day runs smoothly and efficiently. The District Support Employee of the Year will be announced May 1st during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!

Here is a snippet of our Instructional Calendar for May: - May 23: High School Graduation - May 26: Memorial Day - No School - May 27: Last Day of School (May 28-30 - Inclement Weather Days As Needed) To view the full 2024-25 Instructional Calendar, visit https://www.muskogeeps.org/o/mps/page/instructional-calendars

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT: Ra'Chelle Duncan, Creek Elementary 1. Ra'Chelle has proudly served Muskogee Public Schools for three and a half years! 2. The best piece of advice she's ever received is to follow your passion and find joy in the journey. 3. In her free time, Ra'Chelle enjoys cooking, planning parties, and traveling. The District Teacher of the Year will be announced May 1st during our annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet. Stay tuned!