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Back-to-School Nights
We’re excited to welcome our students and families as we prepare for another great school year! Please review the graphic for your school’s date and scheduled time.
We’re excited to welcome our students and families as we prepare for another great school year! Please review the graphic for your school’s date and scheduled time.
It’s almost time!
We can’t wait to welcome our students back for another exciting school year filled with learning, growth and unforgettable moments. Enjoy the final days of summer—we’ll see you soon!
We can’t wait to welcome our students back for another exciting school year filled with learning, growth and unforgettable moments. Enjoy the final days of summer—we’ll see you soon!
Exciting news from Lone Oak Middle School! The LOMS Jazz Band has been selected to perform at the 2027 Kentucky Music Educators Association State Conference!
This is an incredible honor and a testament to the talent and hard work of our students and Mr. Chris Watson!
Congratulations to Jeffrey Sturm, JAG Specialist at Heath Middle School, on receiving the JAG Cornerstone Award!
Jeffrey was one of only three JAG Specialists from Kentucky invited to attend the National JAG EDGE Conference in Long Beach, California, in June alongside JAG Kentucky staff.
The JAG Cornerstone Award recognizes educators and leaders who exemplify humility, consistency and servant leadership while advancing the JAG mission of helping students succeed in school, work and life.
Jeffrey was one of only three JAG Specialists from Kentucky invited to attend the National JAG EDGE Conference in Long Beach, California, in June alongside JAG Kentucky staff.
The JAG Cornerstone Award recognizes educators and leaders who exemplify humility, consistency and servant leadership while advancing the JAG mission of helping students succeed in school, work and life.
McCracken County Public Schools is pleased to announce Sheri Tilford as a new assistant principal at McCracken County High School! Tilford will serve as principal of the Academy of Agriculture, Engineering, and Skilled Trades.
With 15 years of dedicated service to MCPS, Tilford brings extensive instructional and leadership experience to her new role.
Read the full story:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3053402
With 15 years of dedicated service to MCPS, Tilford brings extensive instructional and leadership experience to her new role.
Read the full story:https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3053402
Congratulations to Kayla Myers, McCracken County Public Schools District Foundation Liaison, on being selected for Leadership Paducah Class #40!
Kayla joins the program’s largest class to date, with 45 professionals representing diverse backgrounds from across the community. The 10-month experience will help participants deepen their understanding of Paducah and McCracken County, strengthen their leadership skills, build meaningful relationships and serve the community through a collaborative class project.
Kayla’s experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, communications and community engagement makes her an excellent addition to this year’s class. We are proud to have her representing McCracken County Public Schools!
Congratulations, Kayla!
Kayla joins the program’s largest class to date, with 45 professionals representing diverse backgrounds from across the community. The 10-month experience will help participants deepen their understanding of Paducah and McCracken County, strengthen their leadership skills, build meaningful relationships and serve the community through a collaborative class project.
Kayla’s experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, communications and community engagement makes her an excellent addition to this year’s class. We are proud to have her representing McCracken County Public Schools!
Congratulations, Kayla!
We are excited to announce that the WHAS Crusade for Children has awarded a $10,000 grant to the McCracken County Public Schools Preschool Program!
The funding will provide specialized sensory materials and adaptive supports to help preschool students with disabilities participate in inclusive learning environments and reach their full potential.
We are grateful to WHAS Crusade for Children for investing in our youngest learners!
Read the full story: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3052560
The funding will provide specialized sensory materials and adaptive supports to help preschool students with disabilities participate in inclusive learning environments and reach their full potential.
We are grateful to WHAS Crusade for Children for investing in our youngest learners!
Read the full story: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3052560
Today, July 21, is the final Summer Meal Bag Pickup!
Due to an overwhelming response and our inability to receive additional food deliveries, today’s pickup will be the last of the summer. The meal bag pickup previously scheduled for July 28 has been canceled.
If your student needs meals for the week, stop by today to pick up a 7-day shelf-stable breakfast and lunch meal bag through the McCracken County Public Schools Summer Nutrition Program.
📍 Pickup Locations:
• Lone Oak Middle School
• Reidland Elementary School
⏰ Pickup Time:
• 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Please follow the posted signage at each school for meal bag pickup.
Thank you to all of the families who participated in this summer’s meal program.
Due to an overwhelming response and our inability to receive additional food deliveries, today’s pickup will be the last of the summer. The meal bag pickup previously scheduled for July 28 has been canceled.
If your student needs meals for the week, stop by today to pick up a 7-day shelf-stable breakfast and lunch meal bag through the McCracken County Public Schools Summer Nutrition Program.
📍 Pickup Locations:
• Lone Oak Middle School
• Reidland Elementary School
⏰ Pickup Time:
• 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Please follow the posted signage at each school for meal bag pickup.
Thank you to all of the families who participated in this summer’s meal program.
McCracken County Schools’ Preschool Program has received a generous $10,000 grant from Pilot’s newly renovated travel center on Cairo Road!
Awarded through Pilot’s “Miles of Good” campaign, the funding will provide sensory materials that help our youngest learners of all abilities explore, engage, learn, and grow.
We are grateful to Pilot for investing in our growing preschool program and helping every child get a strong start!
🔗 Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3036396
Awarded through Pilot’s “Miles of Good” campaign, the funding will provide sensory materials that help our youngest learners of all abilities explore, engage, learn, and grow.
We are grateful to Pilot for investing in our growing preschool program and helping every child get a strong start!
🔗 Read more: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/3036396
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!
