2026–27 School Year
Welcome to the Panther's Den.
The PTSO is parents, teachers, and students working the same problem: making Murphy a school our kids are glad to walk into. Membership takes two minutes. Volunteering takes as little as one shift.
One Pack. One Purpose. One Murphy.
Our purpose
Why the PTSO exists
The PTSO brings together parents, guardians, teachers, staff, and students to support and enrich the educational experience at Murphy High School. Everyone who cares about MHS is welcome. Specifically, we exist to:
- Promote open communication and mutual support among parents, guardians, teachers, staff, students, and school administration
- Enhance and enrich the educational experience and school environment of our students
- Foster a sense of community and encourage involvement in the life of the school
- Raise and administer funds and resources to support school programs, activities, staff, and students
Since September
What we have been up to
This is the PTSO's first year, so we are building the track record as we go. Here is what has happened so far.
- Treats for TeachersWe took the snack cart around the building and every faculty and staff member got something.
- The first Murphy Makers MarketSaturday, November 7. Handmade goods, local businesses and Murphy students selling their own work. The next one is Saturday, December 5.
- Panther Spirit Night at Steak 'n ShakeTuesday, October 13. Dinner instead of a meeting, and a good crowd of Murphy families.
- The first Panther Pizza PitstopFriday, October 30, through all three lunch waves in the Horseshoe. It is back on Friday, November 20.
- Panther Skate NightMonday, October 12 at Dreamland Skate Center, open to the whole Murphy family.
- The first Panther Donut SaleWednesday, September 30, before school in the Horseshoe. Donuts are back Wednesday, December 16.
Year one
What we are building toward
For our teachers
Treats for Teachers every quarter, and two teacher grants funded this year for classroom needs the school budget does not cover.
For our students
Two student group grants for clubs, teams, and student organizations that need help covering their costs, plus recognition for Honor Roll and Perfect Attendance.
Every month
MVP, Most Valuable Panther for a student who set the bar, and Certified Real One for the faculty or staff member who made the difference. Staff nominate the students; students nominate the staff.
General meetings
Second Tuesday of every month, 6:00 PM
MHS Bistro · Open to every Murphy family, member or not. No childcare is provided.
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