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.
🎭🏆 McCracken County High School Wins Big at the Bradley Awards! 🏆🎭
McCracken County High School's production of Oklahoma! brought home seven Kentucky Performing Arts Bradley Awards, including the night's highest honor — Best Overall Musical Production!
🏆 Award Winners:
⭐ Outstanding Technical Execution
⭐ Outstanding Dance Execution
⭐ Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Emmett Rathgeber
⭐ Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Clara Pierce
⭐ Outstanding Ensemble Performance
⭐ Best Actor in a Leading Role – Jack Nelson
⭐ Best Overall Musical Production
In addition, Jack Nelson was named Best Actor in a Leading Role, earning an all-expenses-paid trip to New York City to represent Kentucky and Southern Indiana at the prestigious Jimmy Awards, the national high school musical theatre awards competition.
What an incredible accomplishment for our students, directors, musicians, crew members, and everyone involved in making Oklahoma! a tremendous success. We couldn't be more proud of this outstanding group of Mustangs!
🔗 Read the full news release: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2971030
McCracken County High School's production of Oklahoma! brought home seven Kentucky Performing Arts Bradley Awards, including the night's highest honor — Best Overall Musical Production!
🏆 Award Winners:
⭐ Outstanding Technical Execution
⭐ Outstanding Dance Execution
⭐ Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Emmett Rathgeber
⭐ Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Clara Pierce
⭐ Outstanding Ensemble Performance
⭐ Best Actor in a Leading Role – Jack Nelson
⭐ Best Overall Musical Production
In addition, Jack Nelson was named Best Actor in a Leading Role, earning an all-expenses-paid trip to New York City to represent Kentucky and Southern Indiana at the prestigious Jimmy Awards, the national high school musical theatre awards competition.
What an incredible accomplishment for our students, directors, musicians, crew members, and everyone involved in making Oklahoma! a tremendous success. We couldn't be more proud of this outstanding group of Mustangs!
🔗 Read the full news release: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2971030
12th Annual FCA Power Camp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$50 Camp Cost (scholarships are available if needed) Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$50 Camp Cost (scholarships are available if needed) Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
12th Annual FCA Power Camp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$50 Camp Cost (scholarships are available if needed) Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
12th Annual FCA Power Camp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$35 Camp Cost before June 1st. After June 1st price goes up to $50 (scholarships are available if needed)
Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
Summer EBT Cards are back!
Families can use the website below to check eligibility and register:
https://feedingky.org/sebteligibility/
Please note: This program does not go through McCracken County Schools. Families will need to contact Feeding Kentucky directly with any questions.
Families can use the website below to check eligibility and register:
https://feedingky.org/sebteligibility/
Please note: This program does not go through McCracken County Schools. Families will need to contact Feeding Kentucky directly with any questions.
McCracken County Public Schools has updated its Summer Nutrition Program meal service for Summer 2026.
During the months of June and July, on-site feeding will only be available to students registered to attend camps and/or activities at the schools.
The district will provide 7-day shelf stable breakfast and lunch meal bags at the following locations on Tuesdays only from June 2 through July 28:
Lone Oak Middle School
Reidland Elementary School
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)
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2936622
During the months of June and July, on-site feeding will only be available to students registered to attend camps and/or activities at the schools.
The district will provide 7-day shelf stable breakfast and lunch meal bags at the following locations on Tuesdays only from June 2 through July 28:
Lone Oak Middle School
Reidland Elementary School
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)
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2936622
12th Annual FCA Power Camp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$35 Camp Cost before June 1st. After June 1st price goes up to $50 (scholarships are available if needed) Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
McCracken County High School
Rising 5th – 8th boys and girls
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
9:00am– 4:00pm
$35 Camp Cost before June 1st. After June 1st price goes up to $50 (scholarships are available if needed) Contact Eric Grogan for questions and additional information- egrogan@fca.org
Registration link : https://fca.regfox.com/2026wkypowercamp
Board of Education Recognitions – May Meeting
The McCracken County Board of Education proudly recognized outstanding students, teams, and retirees during the May Board Meeting.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our 2025–2026 retirees for their years of dedication and service to McCracken County Schools. Thank you for the lasting impact you have made on our students and schools.
The McCracken County High School Future Problem Solving Team was recognized for winning the Kentucky Future Problem Solving State Championship with record-setting scores. Team members included Jack Nelson, Riya Patel, Allison Ricketts, and Gavin Schooley, along with several additional students earning top individual honors.
Heath Middle School students Audrey Mulligan and Rosie Watson, along with Reidland Middle School student Wesley Reams, were recognized for outstanding performances at the JAG National Career Development Conference. Audrey and Wesley each earned 1st place national titles, while Rosie earned 4th place nationally in Public Speaking.
Congratulations to all of our honorees for representing McCracken County Schools with excellence!
The McCracken County Board of Education proudly recognized outstanding students, teams, and retirees during the May Board Meeting.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our 2025–2026 retirees for their years of dedication and service to McCracken County Schools. Thank you for the lasting impact you have made on our students and schools.
The McCracken County High School Future Problem Solving Team was recognized for winning the Kentucky Future Problem Solving State Championship with record-setting scores. Team members included Jack Nelson, Riya Patel, Allison Ricketts, and Gavin Schooley, along with several additional students earning top individual honors.
Heath Middle School students Audrey Mulligan and Rosie Watson, along with Reidland Middle School student Wesley Reams, were recognized for outstanding performances at the JAG National Career Development Conference. Audrey and Wesley each earned 1st place national titles, while Rosie earned 4th place nationally in Public Speaking.
Congratulations to all of our honorees for representing McCracken County Schools with excellence!
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
A message from McCracken County High School regarding Graduation.
McCracken Community,
McCracken County High School’s Graduation Ceremony has been rescheduled to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 23rd.
In the event of rain or inclement weather at 11:00 a.m., the start of the ceremony will be temporarily delayed until the weather safely clears. Any information on Saturday will be communicated through email and text.
Gates to the field will open at 9.
McCracken County Public Schools is proud to announce Matt Dobson as the district’s new Director of Personnel, effective July 1.
Dobson brings more than 20 years of experience in education and school leadership to the role. He currently serves as principal of the McCracken County Alternative Program, where he oversees McCracken County Alternative School, Open Campus, and McCracken Regional School. He previously served as an assistant principal at McCracken County High School and has held several leadership roles throughout his career.
Read the full announcement here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2929457
Dobson brings more than 20 years of experience in education and school leadership to the role. He currently serves as principal of the McCracken County Alternative Program, where he oversees McCracken County Alternative School, Open Campus, and McCracken Regional School. He previously served as an assistant principal at McCracken County High School and has held several leadership roles throughout his career.
Read the full announcement here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2929457
