National Recognition for Reidland Elementary!
We're proud to celebrate Reidland Elementary School for being named a Bright Spots Top School—a national honor recognizing schools that are beating the odds in third-grade literacy achievement.
This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families who work together every day to ensure every child becomes a confident reader.
Congratulations to the entire Reidland Elementary community on this outstanding achievement!
🔗 Read more:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3034584
We're proud to celebrate Reidland Elementary School for being named a Bright Spots Top School—a national honor recognizing schools that are beating the odds in third-grade literacy achievement.
This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our teachers, staff, students, and families who work together every day to ensure every child becomes a confident reader.
Congratulations to the entire Reidland Elementary community on this outstanding achievement!
🔗 Read more:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3034584
🚔 Join the McCracken County Schools Campus Police Team! 🚔
We're hiring full-time School Resource Officers with a starting pay of $26.59/hour, plus a $2.24/hour KLEFPP incentive. Make a difference in the lives of students while enjoying summers, weekends, and school breaks off.
Learn more and apply at www.mccracken.kyschools.us.
We're hiring full-time School Resource Officers with a starting pay of $26.59/hour, plus a $2.24/hour KLEFPP incentive. Make a difference in the lives of students while enjoying summers, weekends, and school breaks off.
Learn more and apply at www.mccracken.kyschools.us.
McCracken County Schools is excited to announce Jackie Bray as the new Assistant Principal at Heath Elementary School!
With more than 20 years of experience in elementary education and a passion for helping students succeed, Mrs. Bray brings outstanding leadership, instructional expertise, and a heart for serving students, staff, and families.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Bray on her new role and welcoming her as she continues to make a difference at Heath Elementary!
🔗 Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3030699
With more than 20 years of experience in elementary education and a passion for helping students succeed, Mrs. Bray brings outstanding leadership, instructional expertise, and a heart for serving students, staff, and families.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Bray on her new role and welcoming her as she continues to make a difference at Heath Elementary!
🔗 Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3030699
Welcome to Concord Elementary!
McCracken County Schools is excited to announce Eli Wilson as the new Assistant Principal at Concord Elementary!
Mr. Wilson brings a passion for student success, a strong background in special education, and a commitment to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Wilson to the McCracken County Schools family!
Read more:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3021671
McCracken County Schools is excited to announce Eli Wilson as the new Assistant Principal at Concord Elementary!
Mr. Wilson brings a passion for student success, a strong background in special education, and a commitment to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Wilson to the McCracken County Schools family!
Read more:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3021671
The McCracken Middle School football team officially kicks off the 2026 season with the first day of practice on Monday, July 13.
The 2026-2027 Meal Benefits Application is now available through Campus Parent!
McCracken County Schools is a CEP district, which means all students receive FREE breakfast and lunch. However, every household is still required to complete a Meal Benefits Application each school year.
Completing the application helps support important programs and resources for students across our district.
The application is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Please take a few minutes to complete your application today!
McCracken County Schools is a CEP district, which means all students receive FREE breakfast and lunch. However, every household is still required to complete a Meal Benefits Application each school year.
Completing the application helps support important programs and resources for students across our district.
The application is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Please take a few minutes to complete your application today!
Congratulations to McCracken County High School graduate Jack Nelson!
Jack recently represented McCracken County High School and the Commonwealth of Kentucky at the 2026 National High School Musical Theatre Awards (Jimmy Awards) in New York City, where he performed alongside some of the nation's top high school musical theatre students.
We're proud to share that Jack was recognized with the Outstanding Performance in an Ensemble Award, honoring his collaboration, professionalism, and dedication throughout the week-long Broadway experience.
This incredible achievement is a testament to Jack's talent, hard work, and the outstanding theatre program at MCHS.
Join us in congratulating Jack on this well-deserved national recognition! 👏
Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3020280
Jack recently represented McCracken County High School and the Commonwealth of Kentucky at the 2026 National High School Musical Theatre Awards (Jimmy Awards) in New York City, where he performed alongside some of the nation's top high school musical theatre students.
We're proud to share that Jack was recognized with the Outstanding Performance in an Ensemble Award, honoring his collaboration, professionalism, and dedication throughout the week-long Broadway experience.
This incredible achievement is a testament to Jack's talent, hard work, and the outstanding theatre program at MCHS.
Join us in congratulating Jack on this well-deserved national recognition! 👏
Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3020280
Congratulations to McCracken County High School senior Ava Adame on being selected to serve on the 2026-2027 Kentucky Commissioner’s Student Advisory Council!
Ava is one of just 16 new students from across Kentucky chosen to serve on the council, which provides student input to the Kentucky Department of Education on issues impacting schools and students across the Commonwealth.
Throughout the school year, Ava will meet with Kentucky Commissioner of Education Robbie Fletcher and KDE staff to help ensure student voices are part of important conversations about the future of education.
Congratulations, Ava, on this well-deserved honor!
https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/news/2026/07/sixteen-new-members-selected-for-kdes-2026-2027-commissioners-student-advisory-council/
Ava is one of just 16 new students from across Kentucky chosen to serve on the council, which provides student input to the Kentucky Department of Education on issues impacting schools and students across the Commonwealth.
Throughout the school year, Ava will meet with Kentucky Commissioner of Education Robbie Fletcher and KDE staff to help ensure student voices are part of important conversations about the future of education.
Congratulations, Ava, on this well-deserved honor!
https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/news/2026/07/sixteen-new-members-selected-for-kdes-2026-2027-commissioners-student-advisory-council/
The 2026-2027 Meal Benefits Application is now available through Campus Parent!
McCracken County Schools is a CEP district, which means all students receive FREE breakfast and lunch. However, every household is still required to complete a Meal Benefits Application each school year.
Completing the application helps support important programs and resources for students across our district.
The application is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Please take a few minutes to complete your application today!
McCracken County Schools is a CEP district, which means all students receive FREE breakfast and lunch. However, every household is still required to complete a Meal Benefits Application each school year.
Completing the application helps support important programs and resources for students across our district.
The application is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Please take a few minutes to complete your application today!
📢 Returning Student Online Registration Opens July 1!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
📢 Returning Student Online Registration Opens July 1!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
The McCracken County Board of Education recognized the cast and crew of Oklahoma! at the June Board meeting for their outstanding achievements.
The McCracken County High School theatre program earned seven Kentucky Performing Arts Bradley Awards, including Best Overall Musical Production. The Board also recognized senior Jack Nelson for being named Best Actor in a Leading Role and advancing to the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (The Jimmy Awards).
Congratulations to our talented students, directors, and theatre program for representing McCracken County Schools with excellence on the stage and beyond!
The McCracken County High School theatre program earned seven Kentucky Performing Arts Bradley Awards, including Best Overall Musical Production. The Board also recognized senior Jack Nelson for being named Best Actor in a Leading Role and advancing to the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (The Jimmy Awards).
Congratulations to our talented students, directors, and theatre program for representing McCracken County Schools with excellence on the stage and beyond!
📢 Returning Student Online Registration Opens July 1!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
McCracken County Public Schools parents/guardians can complete Online Registration for returning students beginning July 1, 2026 through Campus Parent.
Before you begin:
✅ Have your Campus Parent username and password ready
✅ Parent/Guardian must be listed as the primary household
✅ Use Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for the best experience
Don't wait until the last minute—complete your student's registration early to ensure a smooth start to the 2026-2027 school year!
McCracken County Youth Football – Fall 2026 Registration Open
Registration is now open for McCracken County Youth Football offering Flag and Tackle Football for the Fall 2026 season.
🏈 Flag Football: Boys & girls in K–2nd grade, with an option for 3rd grade fall 2026
🏈 Tackle Football: Boys & girls in 3rd–6th grades fall 2026
Practices will be held near Reidland, Lone Oak, and Heath. Tackle season runs from late July / early August through Fall Break, with games starting in August.
👉 Register at McCrackenYouthFootball.com
📧 Questions: McCrackenYouthFootball@gmail.com
Registration is now open for McCracken County Youth Football offering Flag and Tackle Football for the Fall 2026 season.
🏈 Flag Football: Boys & girls in K–2nd grade, with an option for 3rd grade fall 2026
🏈 Tackle Football: Boys & girls in 3rd–6th grades fall 2026
Practices will be held near Reidland, Lone Oak, and Heath. Tackle season runs from late July / early August through Fall Break, with games starting in August.
👉 Register at McCrackenYouthFootball.com
📧 Questions: McCrackenYouthFootball@gmail.com
🚔🏆 Congratulations to Heath Elementary School Resource Officer Will Gilbert on being named the Region 1 School Resource Officer of the Year!
From birthday cards and dance challenges to building meaningful relationships with students each day, Officer Gilbert goes above and beyond to make Heath Elementary a safe, welcoming, and joyful place to learn.
This honor is a reflection of the positive impact he has on students, staff, and families through his dedication, compassion, and commitment to serving others.
Read more about this well-deserved recognition here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2990576
From birthday cards and dance challenges to building meaningful relationships with students each day, Officer Gilbert goes above and beyond to make Heath Elementary a safe, welcoming, and joyful place to learn.
This honor is a reflection of the positive impact he has on students, staff, and families through his dedication, compassion, and commitment to serving others.
Read more about this well-deserved recognition here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2990576
McCracken County Public Schools is pleased to announce Caleb Bogaczyk as the new Principal of Alternative Programs.
In this role, he will oversee McCracken County Alternative School, Open Campus, and McCracken Regional School, continuing the district's commitment to ensuring every student has a pathway to success.
Read more: 🔗 https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2982751
In this role, he will oversee McCracken County Alternative School, Open Campus, and McCracken Regional School, continuing the district's commitment to ensuring every student has a pathway to success.
Read more: 🔗 https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2982751
🚔 Join the McCracken County Schools Campus Police Team! 🚔
We're hiring full-time School Resource Officers with a starting pay of $26.59/hour, plus a $2.24/hour KLEFPP incentive. Make a difference in the lives of students while enjoying summers, weekends, and school breaks off.
Learn more and apply at www.mccracken.kyschools.us.
We're hiring full-time School Resource Officers with a starting pay of $26.59/hour, plus a $2.24/hour KLEFPP incentive. Make a difference in the lives of students while enjoying summers, weekends, and school breaks off.
Learn more and apply at www.mccracken.kyschools.us.
NOW HIRING: Custodial Staff
McCracken County Schools is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals who want to make a difference every single day! Our custodial teams play a vital role in creating clean, safe, and welcoming schools for our students and staff.
✔ Competitive Pay
✔ Health Insurance Options
✔ Retirement Benefits
✔ Supportive Team Environment
Apply today and help us keep our schools shining!
Visit: https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
McCracken County Schools is looking for hardworking, dependable individuals who want to make a difference every single day! Our custodial teams play a vital role in creating clean, safe, and welcoming schools for our students and staff.
✔ Competitive Pay
✔ Health Insurance Options
✔ Retirement Benefits
✔ Supportive Team Environment
Apply today and help us keep our schools shining!
Visit: https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
McCracken County Public Schools is excited to welcome Amanda Irvan as the newest Assistant Principal at McCracken County High School!
With more than 20 years of experience in education and a passion for helping students discover their unique paths to success, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the Mustang family. Her commitment to building relationships, expanding opportunities, and ensuring every student feels supported makes her a tremendous addition to MCHS.
Please join us in congratulating Amanda as she begins this new role and helps lead the next generation of Mustangs toward success!
Read more here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2976943
With more than 20 years of experience in education and a passion for helping students discover their unique paths to success, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the Mustang family. Her commitment to building relationships, expanding opportunities, and ensuring every student feels supported makes her a tremendous addition to MCHS.
Please join us in congratulating Amanda as she begins this new role and helps lead the next generation of Mustangs toward success!
Read more here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2976943
🍎 Summer Meal Bag Pickup Today! 🍎
Today is Tuesday, and that means meal bags are available for pickup through the McCracken County Public Schools Summer Nutrition Program.
📍 Pickup Locations:
• Lone Oak Middle School
• Reidland Elementary School
🚗 Please follow the posted signage at each school for meal bag pickup.
⏰ Pickup Times:
• Pre-Registered Students: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Non-Pre-Registered Students: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. while supplies last
Please remember that during June and July, on-site feeding is only available to students registered to attend camps and/or activities at the schools.
Meal bags will be available each Tuesday through July 28.
Today is Tuesday, and that means meal bags are available for pickup through the McCracken County Public Schools Summer Nutrition Program.
📍 Pickup Locations:
• Lone Oak Middle School
• Reidland Elementary School
🚗 Please follow the posted signage at each school for meal bag pickup.
⏰ Pickup Times:
• Pre-Registered Students: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Non-Pre-Registered Students: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. while supplies last
Please remember that during June and July, on-site feeding is only available to students registered to attend camps and/or activities at the schools.
Meal bags will be available each Tuesday through July 28.
