🍂✨ Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a safe, fun, and relaxing Fall Break! ✨🍂
Enjoy the time to rest, recharge, and make great memories—we’ll see you back at school soon!
Enjoy the time to rest, recharge, and make great memories—we’ll see you back at school soon!
🌟 McCracken MVP: October 2025 🌟
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Corey Hall, Computer Technician, as the McCracken MVP for October.
Corey is known across the district for his kindness, patience, and willingness to go the extra mile. Colleagues describe him as “always so helpful and kind,” “willing to take the time to explain and share ideas,” and “just an all-around good person.” He goes above and beyond to support technology needs, especially at RES and RIS/RMS, where staff say his expertise and positive attitude make a difference. One colleague summed it up best: “The positive comments that exude from any staff member who has had the privilege of working with him say it all.” Another shared, “Corey Hall is genuinely one of the nicest, hardest-working people I’ve known. It’s an absolute pleasure to get to work alongside somebody like that each day. What an asset to our school district.”
Congratulations to Corey on being named October’s McCracken MVP!
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Corey Hall, Computer Technician, as the McCracken MVP for October.
Corey is known across the district for his kindness, patience, and willingness to go the extra mile. Colleagues describe him as “always so helpful and kind,” “willing to take the time to explain and share ideas,” and “just an all-around good person.” He goes above and beyond to support technology needs, especially at RES and RIS/RMS, where staff say his expertise and positive attitude make a difference. One colleague summed it up best: “The positive comments that exude from any staff member who has had the privilege of working with him say it all.” Another shared, “Corey Hall is genuinely one of the nicest, hardest-working people I’ve known. It’s an absolute pleasure to get to work alongside somebody like that each day. What an asset to our school district.”
Congratulations to Corey on being named October’s McCracken MVP!
Behind every bright hallway and welcoming classroom are our amazing custodians.
These photos capture just a few of the dedicated team members who work hard each day to take care of our schools. Many others work different shifts and may not be pictured, but every single custodian plays a vital role in making McCracken County Schools a great place to learn and work.
We are thankful for each of you today and every day!
✨ Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! ✨
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians across McCracken County Schools! Your hard work, dedication, and care keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do to support our students, staff, and community.
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians across McCracken County Schools! Your hard work, dedication, and care keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do to support our students, staff, and community.
McCracken County Wrestling Informational Meeting
📅 When: Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Where: McCracken County Indoor Tennis Center
5705 US-60, Paducah, KY 42001 (by Menards)
Parents & students in grades 3–12 interested in Boys & Girls Wrestling are invited to learn more about the program!
Season Begins: Tuesday, Oct. 15
For questions, contact Coach Steven "Vito" Spadafino at:
📧 steven.spadafino@mccracken.kyschools.us
📅 When: Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Where: McCracken County Indoor Tennis Center
5705 US-60, Paducah, KY 42001 (by Menards)
Parents & students in grades 3–12 interested in Boys & Girls Wrestling are invited to learn more about the program!
Season Begins: Tuesday, Oct. 15
For questions, contact Coach Steven "Vito" Spadafino at:
📧 steven.spadafino@mccracken.kyschools.us
💜💚✨ Worlds Collide Dance Clinic! ✨💚💜
The McCracken County Dance Team is thrilled to invite your dancer to a one-day clinic inspired by the magical worlds of Descendants and Zombies!
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 McCracken County High School
Open to Grades K–8
Your dancer will enjoy an afternoon of fun, teamwork, and performance—led by the Stangettes!
➡️ Register now!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stangettes-words-collide-clinic
Spots will fill fast—don’t miss it!
The McCracken County Dance Team is thrilled to invite your dancer to a one-day clinic inspired by the magical worlds of Descendants and Zombies!
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 McCracken County High School
Open to Grades K–8
Your dancer will enjoy an afternoon of fun, teamwork, and performance—led by the Stangettes!
➡️ Register now!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stangettes-words-collide-clinic
Spots will fill fast—don’t miss it!
🎳 Mustangs Bowling Tryouts 🎳
📅 Thursday
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Cardinal Lanes
📅 Thursday
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Cardinal Lanes
🥎✨ STATE CHAMPIONS! ✨🥎
What a day at the Middle School State Softball Championship! After battling through nine back-to-back games, the McCracken County Mustangs finished the day as STATE CHAMPS! 🏆🔥
Huge congratulations to our amazing players, dedicated coaches, and supportive families on this unforgettable accomplishment. We are #McCrackenProud!
What a day at the Middle School State Softball Championship! After battling through nine back-to-back games, the McCracken County Mustangs finished the day as STATE CHAMPS! 🏆🔥
Huge congratulations to our amazing players, dedicated coaches, and supportive families on this unforgettable accomplishment. We are #McCrackenProud!
⛳️🏆 3-PEAT CHAMPS! 🏆⛳️
For the third year in a row, McCracken County Men’s Golf are Region 1 Champions! The Mustangs shot a team score of 293 at Murray Country Club to secure the title!
Landon Hunt – Individual Champion with a 2-under 70 (Back-to-Back Titles!)
Dallas Vinson & Evan Hack – Tied for 2nd at 74 (+2)
Tanner Kight – 5th place at 75 (+3)
Jack Farmery – Tied for 8th at 77
Next stop KHSAA State 1st Round at Calvert City!
For the third year in a row, McCracken County Men’s Golf are Region 1 Champions! The Mustangs shot a team score of 293 at Murray Country Club to secure the title!
Landon Hunt – Individual Champion with a 2-under 70 (Back-to-Back Titles!)
Dallas Vinson & Evan Hack – Tied for 2nd at 74 (+2)
Tanner Kight – 5th place at 75 (+3)
Jack Farmery – Tied for 8th at 77
Next stop KHSAA State 1st Round at Calvert City!
Congratulations to Natalie Crane, principal of Hendron-Lone Oak Elementary, on being selected for the Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Institute for School Principals!
Natalie is one of just 45 principals across Kentucky chosen for this year-long, executive-level leadership training—an opportunity typically reserved for top CEOs. Through this program, she’ll receive world-class leadership development from the Truist Leadership Institute, designed specifically for school leaders.
We are so proud of Mrs. Crane and can’t wait to see the positive impact this experience will bring to HLOE and our district!
Learn more about the program ➡️ principalsleadky.com
Natalie is one of just 45 principals across Kentucky chosen for this year-long, executive-level leadership training—an opportunity typically reserved for top CEOs. Through this program, she’ll receive world-class leadership development from the Truist Leadership Institute, designed specifically for school leaders.
We are so proud of Mrs. Crane and can’t wait to see the positive impact this experience will bring to HLOE and our district!
Learn more about the program ➡️ principalsleadky.com
Congratulations to Open Campus Guidance Counselor, Holly Miller for winning Dancing With Our Stars over the weekend!
Holly not only took home the top spot, but also raised an incredible $58,000 for the American Cancer Society.
We are so proud of her dedication, talent, and heart for making a difference!
Construction update at Heath Elementary! The walls are going up. This view shows the entrance to the gym from the main lobby taking shape!
💻✨ Happy IT Professionals Day! ✨💻
Today we celebrate our incredible Technology team who keep McCracken County Schools connected, secure, and moving forward every single day. From managing devices and networks to supporting classrooms and solving emergencies, their work is vital to student learning and staff success.
Thank you to our IT professionals for the countless behind-the-scenes hours you dedicate to making sure teaching and learning never miss a beat. We couldn’t do it without you!
Today we celebrate our incredible Technology team who keep McCracken County Schools connected, secure, and moving forward every single day. From managing devices and networks to supporting classrooms and solving emergencies, their work is vital to student learning and staff success.
Thank you to our IT professionals for the countless behind-the-scenes hours you dedicate to making sure teaching and learning never miss a beat. We couldn’t do it without you!
Give your little one the best start to their school journey! Our preschool program is built on curiosity, creativity, and kindness—helping children grow socially, emotionally, and academically in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment.
✔️ Hands-on learning
✔️ Play-based exploration
✔️ Caring teachers
✔️ A strong foundation for kindergarten
👉 Call us today 270-538-4333 or email: preschool@mccracken.kyschools.us to enroll your child now.
We can’t wait to welcome your family into ours!
✔️ Hands-on learning
✔️ Play-based exploration
✔️ Caring teachers
✔️ A strong foundation for kindergarten
👉 Call us today 270-538-4333 or email: preschool@mccracken.kyschools.us to enroll your child now.
We can’t wait to welcome your family into ours!
Do you love the outdoors and spending time on the water? The McCracken County Bass Fishing Team is ready to reel in a new season!
📅 Registration Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 6:30 PM
📍 McCracken County High School C-Plant Auditorium
👥 Open to students in 7th–12th grade
Come see what the buzz is about — don’t miss your chance to join the team!
📅 Registration Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 6:30 PM
📍 McCracken County High School C-Plant Auditorium
👥 Open to students in 7th–12th grade
Come see what the buzz is about — don’t miss your chance to join the team!
Honors students from Heath Middle (6th–8th grade), along with GT Science students from Reidland Middle and Lone Oak Middle, recently traveled to Discovery Park of America in Union City, TN!
Students explored THE BODY Exhibit, where they learned how the human body is built, how it grows and functions, and the effects of toxins and smoke—gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of caring for their bodies.
The trip also included hands-on experiences like exploring the outdoor colonial village, designing water canals, and experimenting with multi-level building construction.
Students explored THE BODY Exhibit, where they learned how the human body is built, how it grows and functions, and the effects of toxins and smoke—gaining a deeper understanding of the importance of caring for their bodies.
The trip also included hands-on experiences like exploring the outdoor colonial village, designing water canals, and experimenting with multi-level building construction.
2025 McCracken County Boys Little League Basketball
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Progress at Heath Elementary! Concrete is being poured for the footers as construction moves forward.
📅 High Attendance Day – September 9 📅
The Kentucky Directors of Pupil Personnel have designated Tuesday, September 9th as High Attendance Day to highlight the importance of students being in school every day.
🏆 Schools across the state will compete in small- and large-school categories, with the highest attendance winners receiving a $500 award and regional certificates.
📊 Did you know? Students who miss just 2–4 days in September are more likely to miss nearly a month of school by the end of the year. Regular attendance sets the tone for success!
💙 The Kentucky Department of Education’s new campaign, “You Belong! Attendance Matters,” provides tips and resources for families, educators, and communities to support consistent attendance.
🔗 Learn more:
👉 Attendance Works: https://awareness.attendanceworks.org/
👉 KDE Attendance Matters: https://www.education.ky.gov/school/Pages/Chronic-Absenteeism.aspx
The Kentucky Directors of Pupil Personnel have designated Tuesday, September 9th as High Attendance Day to highlight the importance of students being in school every day.
🏆 Schools across the state will compete in small- and large-school categories, with the highest attendance winners receiving a $500 award and regional certificates.
📊 Did you know? Students who miss just 2–4 days in September are more likely to miss nearly a month of school by the end of the year. Regular attendance sets the tone for success!
💙 The Kentucky Department of Education’s new campaign, “You Belong! Attendance Matters,” provides tips and resources for families, educators, and communities to support consistent attendance.
🔗 Learn more:
👉 Attendance Works: https://awareness.attendanceworks.org/
👉 KDE Attendance Matters: https://www.education.ky.gov/school/Pages/Chronic-Absenteeism.aspx
🌟 McCracken MVP: September 2025 🌟
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Megan Bolin, Guidance Counselor at Concord Elementary, as the McCracken MVP for September.
Megan’s colleagues describe her as the heart of Concord—someone who keeps things running smoothly, supports both students and staff, and finds ways to lift morale across the building. Staff members shared:
“Our school wouldn’t be the same without her.”
“She gives her ALL to the kids and staff each and every day.”
Megan’s care and dedication make a difference every day, ensuring students feel supported and staff feel encouraged.
Congratulations to Megan Bolin on being named September’s McCracken MVP!
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Megan Bolin, Guidance Counselor at Concord Elementary, as the McCracken MVP for September.
Megan’s colleagues describe her as the heart of Concord—someone who keeps things running smoothly, supports both students and staff, and finds ways to lift morale across the building. Staff members shared:
“Our school wouldn’t be the same without her.”
“She gives her ALL to the kids and staff each and every day.”
Megan’s care and dedication make a difference every day, ensuring students feel supported and staff feel encouraged.
Congratulations to Megan Bolin on being named September’s McCracken MVP!
