Muskogee Public Schools to hold Virtual Learning Jan. 4-8, 2021
Launch the media gallery 1 playerMUSKOGEE, Okla. - Muskogee Public Schools announced Saturday that the week of January 4-8, 2021 will be virtual instruction for all students due to the high number of COVID-19 cases within the community.
“I have reviewed the data and discussed it with local health officials. We have to keep safety the number one priority and that’s not only the safety of our students but of our staff going forward,” said Superintendent Dr. Jarod Mendenhall. “I know this is a huge burden that is placed upon our families but I want to say thank you for your patience, your understanding and your grace.”
Instructional staff will be working from home during this virtual week. Support staff will report to work and should contact their supervisor with any questions or concerns.
MPS will host a drive through Chromebook and technology repair service at the High School front office on Monday, Jan. 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 5 from Noon to 6 p.m.
MPS encourages everyone to stay home as much as possible and maintain social distancing, wearing a mask, and washing hands.
Superintendent Dr. Mendenhall will release an update each Thursday explaining the plan for the following week of instruction.
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