Don’t miss Meet the Mustangs tomorrow night!
🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
Today, we honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served—and continue to serve—our country with courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
To our veterans within the McCracken County Schools family, and throughout our community, thank you for your service. Your commitment protects the freedoms we cherish, and your example inspires our students every day.
We are grateful for you—today and always. ❤️💙
Today, we honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served—and continue to serve—our country with courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
To our veterans within the McCracken County Schools family, and throughout our community, thank you for your service. Your commitment protects the freedoms we cherish, and your example inspires our students every day.
We are grateful for you—today and always. ❤️💙
Congratulations Mustangs All Girl Cheer - 2025 Region Champions!
Congratulations Mustangs Coed Cheer - 2025 Region Champions!
🚍 Hey, parents! Want real-time info on your student’s bus?
Check out our new Bus Status menu on the Transportation page of our district website!
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/page/transportation
This live feature is updated daily with the latest details on morning & afternoon routes.
For preschool bus info, visit the Preschool page on our site. https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/o/mcps/page/bus-status
Check out our new Bus Status menu on the Transportation page of our district website!
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/page/transportation
This live feature is updated daily with the latest details on morning & afternoon routes.
For preschool bus info, visit the Preschool page on our site. https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/o/mcps/page/bus-status
🌟 McCracken MVP: November 2025 🌟
We’re proud to announce that Lacy Halligan, School Nurse at Lone Oak Middle School, has been named the McCracken MVP for November!
Nurse Lacy’s dedication, expertise, and compassion make her an irreplaceable part of the LOMS community. She rises to every challenge with grace and confidence—whether caring for students daily, responding to emergencies, or leading through health protocols.
She’s known for her kindness and her ability to make every student and family feel seen, cared for, and supported. Her selflessness and genuine compassion strengthen not only Lone Oak Middle, but our entire district.
Her colleagues said it best: “Nurse Lacy is not only an outstanding nurse, but a true hero in our school community.”
👏 Join us in congratulating Nurse Lacy Halligan, our November McCracken MVP!
We’re proud to announce that Lacy Halligan, School Nurse at Lone Oak Middle School, has been named the McCracken MVP for November!
Nurse Lacy’s dedication, expertise, and compassion make her an irreplaceable part of the LOMS community. She rises to every challenge with grace and confidence—whether caring for students daily, responding to emergencies, or leading through health protocols.
She’s known for her kindness and her ability to make every student and family feel seen, cared for, and supported. Her selflessness and genuine compassion strengthen not only Lone Oak Middle, but our entire district.
Her colleagues said it best: “Nurse Lacy is not only an outstanding nurse, but a true hero in our school community.”
👏 Join us in congratulating Nurse Lacy Halligan, our November McCracken MVP!
A huge thank you to Leadership Paducah Class 39 for visiting Lone Oak Middle School today!
We loved the opportunity to showcase our district and highlight the amazing work happening in our classrooms every day. We're proud to share how education is making a positive impact across our community and truly value the chance to connect with such an inspiring group of leaders.
We loved the opportunity to showcase our district and highlight the amazing work happening in our classrooms every day. We're proud to share how education is making a positive impact across our community and truly value the chance to connect with such an inspiring group of leaders.
Meet the Mustangs!
Congratulations to our McCracken County High School students selected for Class #15 of Youth LEAD!
We’re proud to celebrate these outstanding Mustangs chosen to represent MCHS in this year’s leadership program:
Mollie Canter • Paxton Carver • Mason Clements • Ethan Dillon • Katelyn Dillon • Sam Dobson • Anna Grace Everett • Nolan Goode • Lilly Hamilton • Brennen Hartman • Meimei Manea • Neely Nyberg • Addy Richards • Caroline Roberts • Kole Robertson • Gavin Schooley • Grant Seaton • Ansh Shah • Ashton Wallace • Luke Whiteside • Brock Wilson
The Youth LEAD program is designed to develop and prepare students for future community support and leadership roles in Paducah–McCracken County. Youth LEAD targets high school juniors in Paducah Independent, McCracken County Public Schools, and private and home‐school systems.
Students spend one day each month for six months exploring human needs and service learning, communication and career development, business and economy, law and government, and healthcare in McCracken County.
Selection is based on leadership potential, school and community involvement, and diversity among schools, backgrounds, and experiences.
Way to go, Mustangs!
We’re proud to celebrate these outstanding Mustangs chosen to represent MCHS in this year’s leadership program:
Mollie Canter • Paxton Carver • Mason Clements • Ethan Dillon • Katelyn Dillon • Sam Dobson • Anna Grace Everett • Nolan Goode • Lilly Hamilton • Brennen Hartman • Meimei Manea • Neely Nyberg • Addy Richards • Caroline Roberts • Kole Robertson • Gavin Schooley • Grant Seaton • Ansh Shah • Ashton Wallace • Luke Whiteside • Brock Wilson
The Youth LEAD program is designed to develop and prepare students for future community support and leadership roles in Paducah–McCracken County. Youth LEAD targets high school juniors in Paducah Independent, McCracken County Public Schools, and private and home‐school systems.
Students spend one day each month for six months exploring human needs and service learning, communication and career development, business and economy, law and government, and healthcare in McCracken County.
Selection is based on leadership potential, school and community involvement, and diversity among schools, backgrounds, and experiences.
Way to go, Mustangs!
Reminder- No School on Monday, November 3, 2025
Lone Oak Middle School Agricultural Program
Since launching in August 2024, 450 of 750 students have enrolled in Ag classes—the only middle school program in the Purchase Region and one of just 47 in Kentucky!
https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/future-farmers-of-america-program-thrives-at-lone-oak-middle-school/article_3c8285d5-4dd2-4c39-919a-b46cf95403af.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WPSD-TV&fbclid=IwY2xjawNwPFpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHl9vNi0K_Lk6EkGQJroW4-wXiIKeylR_6GYE47NFJkQaid24RzEy3ZRDvWpo_aem_bBQ-D99D2t3DGE9CPsRD3w
Since launching in August 2024, 450 of 750 students have enrolled in Ag classes—the only middle school program in the Purchase Region and one of just 47 in Kentucky!
https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/future-farmers-of-america-program-thrives-at-lone-oak-middle-school/article_3c8285d5-4dd2-4c39-919a-b46cf95403af.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WPSD-TV&fbclid=IwY2xjawNwPFpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHl9vNi0K_Lk6EkGQJroW4-wXiIKeylR_6GYE47NFJkQaid24RzEy3ZRDvWpo_aem_bBQ-D99D2t3DGE9CPsRD3w
Work at Heath Elementary continues to move forward! Crews have completed over 90% of the footers and 70% of the load-bearing block walls.
This week, roughly 35% of the finished concrete floors are expected to be completed, and all below-concrete plumbing and electrical rough-ins are finished, keeping the project on schedule.
This week, roughly 35% of the finished concrete floors are expected to be completed, and all below-concrete plumbing and electrical rough-ins are finished, keeping the project on schedule.
🎃 The RIS Haunted Gym is Back! 👻
Oct. 24 & 25, 6–8 PM at Reidland Intermediate School for a family-friendly spooky adventure through the gym and old locker rooms!
💰 Admission: $5 per person (Cash Only)
Expect dark environments, strobe lights, animatronics, student actors, and spooky props.
All proceeds support RIS students — don’t miss this Halloween tradition! 🕸️
McCracken County Leadership Cohort 2025–26 Recognized!
Last night at the Board of Education meeting, we celebrated the McCracken County Leadership Cohort 2025–26!
In partnership with Murray State University College of Education & Human Services, this innovative three-semester program prepares future school leaders by combining university coursework with hands-on, school-based leadership experiences.
Through this partnership:
Murray State University leads recruitment, training, supervision, and research opportunities.
McCracken County Schools provides clinical experiences, candidate support, and assessments.
Cohort participants will also earn two graduate courses toward a leadership degree, strengthening instructional leadership and supporting student success across our district.
Last night at the Board of Education meeting, we celebrated the McCracken County Leadership Cohort 2025–26!
In partnership with Murray State University College of Education & Human Services, this innovative three-semester program prepares future school leaders by combining university coursework with hands-on, school-based leadership experiences.
Through this partnership:
Murray State University leads recruitment, training, supervision, and research opportunities.
McCracken County Schools provides clinical experiences, candidate support, and assessments.
Cohort participants will also earn two graduate courses toward a leadership degree, strengthening instructional leadership and supporting student success across our district.
Exciting progress is happening at Concord Elementary! Over the past month, crews have been hard at work installing the building’s foundation footers — with about 70% now complete.
In the coming weeks, the remaining footers will be finished, and block wall construction will begin.
In the coming weeks, the remaining footers will be finished, and block wall construction will begin.
🏆 Recognitions at October Board of Education Meeting 🏆
We were proud to celebrate some incredible student-athletes!
🥎 McCracken County Middle School Softball Team – 2025 State Champions!
⛳ McCracken County High School Boys Golf Team – 3rd Place at State and Region 1 Champions!
🏅 Landon Hunt – Individual Golf State Champion and named Kentucky Mr. Golf 2025!
Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and families for their hard work, dedication, and success!
We were proud to celebrate some incredible student-athletes!
🥎 McCracken County Middle School Softball Team – 2025 State Champions!
⛳ McCracken County High School Boys Golf Team – 3rd Place at State and Region 1 Champions!
🏅 Landon Hunt – Individual Golf State Champion and named Kentucky Mr. Golf 2025!
Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes, coaches, and families for their hard work, dedication, and success!
District App Update – Rooms Feature Restored
Yesterday, major internet outages across the United States caused temporary issues with our district’s mobile app provider. If you are still experiencing problems accessing the app, please try completely closing it or reinstalling it on your device.
We’re happy to share that the Rooms feature is now back up and running this morning. Thank you for your patience and understanding while the issue was resolved.
How to close the app:
Android: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle to view recent apps. Find the app, then swipe its preview card up to close it.
iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle to open the App Switcher. Find the app, then swipe its preview card up and off the screen to close it.
Thank you for your continued support and for staying connected through our district app!
Yesterday, major internet outages across the United States caused temporary issues with our district’s mobile app provider. If you are still experiencing problems accessing the app, please try completely closing it or reinstalling it on your device.
We’re happy to share that the Rooms feature is now back up and running this morning. Thank you for your patience and understanding while the issue was resolved.
How to close the app:
Android: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle to view recent apps. Find the app, then swipe its preview card up to close it.
iPhone: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause in the middle to open the App Switcher. Find the app, then swipe its preview card up and off the screen to close it.
Thank you for your continued support and for staying connected through our district app!
🎉 Ribbon Cutting at Heath Middle! 🎉
Heath Middle School celebrated the official ribbon-cutting for its Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program—one of 30 middle schools in Kentucky offering this program, which is active in 71 counties statewide. In McCracken County, JAG is offered at two middle schools and the high school.
The ceremony included student testimonials, remarks from school and community leaders, and a ribbon-cutting led by HMS JAG students and JAG Specialist Jeffery Sturm.
JAG Kentucky helps students develop confidence, leadership, and career-ready skills for the future.
Learn more at jagky.org or contact jeffery.sturm@mccracken.kyschools.us.
Heath Middle School celebrated the official ribbon-cutting for its Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program—one of 30 middle schools in Kentucky offering this program, which is active in 71 counties statewide. In McCracken County, JAG is offered at two middle schools and the high school.
The ceremony included student testimonials, remarks from school and community leaders, and a ribbon-cutting led by HMS JAG students and JAG Specialist Jeffery Sturm.
JAG Kentucky helps students develop confidence, leadership, and career-ready skills for the future.
Learn more at jagky.org or contact jeffery.sturm@mccracken.kyschools.us.
A new Little Free Library has officially opened at Reidland Intermediate School! Located in the bus loop next to the school’s Blessing Box, this new addition celebrates community and the love of reading.
Thanks to the efforts of Mrs. Kristin Sickling and Ms. Amber Davis, Reidland received a grant that provided $2,000 worth of children’s books!
Little Free Libraries are part of a global movement with more than 150,000 locations worldwide, helping connect neighbors and build a love of reading—one book at a time.
🎃 The RIS Haunted Gym is Back! 👻
Join us for the 2025 Reidland Intermediate School Haunted Gym on Friday & Saturday, October 24–25, 6:00–8:00 PM!
📍 Location: Reidland Intermediate School, 5349 Benton Rd, Paducah, KY
💰 Admission: $5 per person (Cash Only)
Dare to explore both the RIS gym and the old Reidland High locker rooms in this family-friendly spooky adventure! Expect dark environments, strobe & black lights, creepy props, animatronics, and student actors.
✅ No gore, weapons, or physical contact
⚠️ Parental discretion advised for younger children
All proceeds support Reidland Intermediate students. Bring your family and friends for a hauntingly fun night! 👀🎃
Join us for the 2025 Reidland Intermediate School Haunted Gym on Friday & Saturday, October 24–25, 6:00–8:00 PM!
📍 Location: Reidland Intermediate School, 5349 Benton Rd, Paducah, KY
💰 Admission: $5 per person (Cash Only)
Dare to explore both the RIS gym and the old Reidland High locker rooms in this family-friendly spooky adventure! Expect dark environments, strobe & black lights, creepy props, animatronics, and student actors.
✅ No gore, weapons, or physical contact
⚠️ Parental discretion advised for younger children
All proceeds support Reidland Intermediate students. Bring your family and friends for a hauntingly fun night! 👀🎃
