The Mustangs Women’s Soccer Team was recognized at the December Board Meeting for their historic season and outstanding accomplishments. We are proud of these student-athletes for representing McCracken County with excellence on and off the field!
CES Construction Update:
Floor slabs are going in! Exciting progress happening on site.
It’s official! The 2026–2027 McCracken County Schools calendar has been approved.
Congratulations to Josie Green for earning a perfect 36 on the English section of the ACT! 🎉 Amazing achievement!
We proudly recognize Koda Dwyer for achieving a perfect 36 on the Math portion of the ACT. Outstanding work!
We are proud to recognize MCHS student, Sam Dobson for achieving a perfect 36 on the English, Math, and Science sections of the ACT. Outstanding work!
Congratulations to MCHS student Garrett Bone for earning a perfect 36 on the English portion of the ACT! 🎉 An incredible accomplishment—way to go, Garrett!
Our district had a wonderful time spreading holiday cheer at this year’s Christmas Parade! We loved celebrating the season with our community. 🎄❤️
McCracken County High School celebrated our senior Mustangs signing college scholarships!
Congratulations to:
⚾ Baseball: Kendrick Dunning, Will Fox, Joshua Penrod, Caden Kern, Grant Vinyard
⛳ Golf: Landon Hunt, Tanner Kight, Dallas Vinson
🥎 Softball: Macy Butler, Ava Knight, Alyssa Knight, Olivia Lee, Addley Leidecker
⚽ Soccer: Kiera Tynes
🏐 Volleyball: Penny Kirkham
Proud of their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments—on the field and in the classroom!
Congratulations to:
⚾ Baseball: Kendrick Dunning, Will Fox, Joshua Penrod, Caden Kern, Grant Vinyard
⛳ Golf: Landon Hunt, Tanner Kight, Dallas Vinson
🥎 Softball: Macy Butler, Ava Knight, Alyssa Knight, Olivia Lee, Addley Leidecker
⚽ Soccer: Kiera Tynes
🏐 Volleyball: Penny Kirkham
Proud of their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments—on the field and in the classroom!
🌟 December McCracken MVP: Michele Nelson! 🌟
We’re proud to celebrate Michele Nelson, Benefits Coordinator for McCracken County Schools, as our December McCracken MVP!
Michele goes above and beyond to support our employees—working long hours, meeting individually with staff, and ensuring everyone understands their benefits with patience, kindness, and genuine care. Her colleagues call her a “diamond” in Central Office, and we couldn’t agree more.
Thank you, Michele, for your dedication and the heart you bring to our district every day.
We’re proud to celebrate Michele Nelson, Benefits Coordinator for McCracken County Schools, as our December McCracken MVP!
Michele goes above and beyond to support our employees—working long hours, meeting individually with staff, and ensuring everyone understands their benefits with patience, kindness, and genuine care. Her colleagues call her a “diamond” in Central Office, and we couldn’t agree more.
Thank you, Michele, for your dedication and the heart you bring to our district every day.
Reidland Middle School’s 7th and 8th grade choir delivered a beautiful performance this morning at the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce December Power in Partnership Breakfast. They represented McCracken County Schools with talent and pride!
McCracken County Schools will operate on a one-hour delay on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, to allow additional time for safe travel. Buses will run one hour later than usual, and there will be no morning preschool. Afternoon preschool will continue as scheduled. Grab and go breakfast will be available at all schools.
❄️ Winter Weather Information ❄️
As winter arrives, remember: if you don’t hear from us, school is on time.
If schedules change, we’ll notify families through the MCPS app, website, social media, and by call, text, and email.
As winter arrives, remember: if you don’t hear from us, school is on time.
If schedules change, we’ll notify families through the MCPS app, website, social media, and by call, text, and email.
🌪️📚 Stormy Fun in Second Grade! 📚🌪️
Lone Oak Elementary second graders wrapped up a week of learning about extreme weather in the coolest way possible — with a special story time and Q&A session led by WPSD’s Chief Meteorologist, Trent Okerson!
They asked amazing questions, learned all about storms, and even got some insider weather tips from a real expert. ⛈️🌈
A huge thank you to Mr. Okerson for helping spark curiosity and making learning unforgettable! 💜✨
Lone Oak Elementary second graders wrapped up a week of learning about extreme weather in the coolest way possible — with a special story time and Q&A session led by WPSD’s Chief Meteorologist, Trent Okerson!
They asked amazing questions, learned all about storms, and even got some insider weather tips from a real expert. ⛈️🌈
A huge thank you to Mr. Okerson for helping spark curiosity and making learning unforgettable! 💜✨
MCHS Mini Cheer Clinic- December 7
🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from McCracken County Schools! 🦃🍂
Our schools will be closed Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving break. We hope all students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and joyful holiday filled with gratitude, good food, and time with loved ones.
Classes resume Monday, December 1.
McCracken County High School Softball Winter Camp- December 6
Congratulations to Aiden Armstrong, the first student from McCracken County High School to be selected for the KMEA All-State Orchestra!
Aiden has studied violin privately since 7th grade, served as first chair in the Paducah Symphony All-District Honor Orchestra, participated in marching band for three years, and balances all of this with working HVAC during school breaks. His dedication, talent, and hard work make him a true standout in our district!
We are so proud of this historic milestone for Aiden and our growing orchestra program!
Aiden has studied violin privately since 7th grade, served as first chair in the Paducah Symphony All-District Honor Orchestra, participated in marching band for three years, and balances all of this with working HVAC during school breaks. His dedication, talent, and hard work make him a true standout in our district!
We are so proud of this historic milestone for Aiden and our growing orchestra program!
🚍 Drive Your Way to a Rewarding Career!
✨ Competitive Pay:
Regular Drivers: $120–$165/day (184-day contract)
Preschool Drivers: $102–$140/day (136-day contract)
📈 Experience-Based Raises – just like teachers!
🎓 No experience? No problem – we’ll train you!
💖 Make a real difference in students’ lives every day.
📲 Apply now and join the McCracken County Schools bus team!
https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
✨ Competitive Pay:
Regular Drivers: $120–$165/day (184-day contract)
Preschool Drivers: $102–$140/day (136-day contract)
📈 Experience-Based Raises – just like teachers!
🎓 No experience? No problem – we’ll train you!
💖 Make a real difference in students’ lives every day.
📲 Apply now and join the McCracken County Schools bus team!
https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
Big News for McCracken County Schools!
The 24–25 Kentucky Summative Assessment results highlight the outstanding work happening across McCracken County Public Schools. With six Blue-rated schools, strong state rankings, and continued growth, our district remains focused on academic excellence. Congratulations to our students, staff, and school communities!
https://reportcard.kyschools.us/kysrc?organization=20242025:395:395000
The 24–25 Kentucky Summative Assessment results highlight the outstanding work happening across McCracken County Public Schools. With six Blue-rated schools, strong state rankings, and continued growth, our district remains focused on academic excellence. Congratulations to our students, staff, and school communities!
https://reportcard.kyschools.us/kysrc?organization=20242025:395:395000
