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
We’re excited to announce that MCHS has been awarded a Family Friendly Schools Certification from the Prichard Committee! We are committed to ensuring every family feels welcomed, connected, and valued as an equal partner in education.
We’re proud to announce that two MCHS coaches have been named to the NFHS State Coach of the Year Honorees list!
⚾ Zack Hobbs – Baseball
📣 Jennifer McKenzie – Cheer
These coaches represent the very best of Mustang Nation—leading with passion, dedication, and a commitment to helping students excel on and off the field.
Join us in congratulating Coach Hobbs and Coach McKenzie on this outstanding statewide honor
⚾ Zack Hobbs – Baseball
📣 Jennifer McKenzie – Cheer
These coaches represent the very best of Mustang Nation—leading with passion, dedication, and a commitment to helping students excel on and off the field.
Join us in congratulating Coach Hobbs and Coach McKenzie on this outstanding statewide honor
Thank You, CFSB!
Community Financial Services Bank has donated $1,875 to McCracken County Schools Resource Centers through its Purchase with a Purpose program!
From August 18–September 30, every CFSB Discover Debit transaction generated a $1 donation to support School Resource Centers across our region—and we’re grateful for the impact right here in McCracken County.
These funds help provide school supplies, clothing, hygiene products, and other essential resources that remove barriers to learning and support student success.
🎶 McCracken County Schools were well represented at the annual KMEA First District Honor Choir at Murray State University! Out of 392 talented students selected from grades 5-8, 103 of them were from McCracken County.
👏 We're so proud of our students from Concord Elementary, Heath Middle, Lone Oak Intermediate, Lone Oak Middle, Reidland Intermediate, and Reidland Middle for their hard work and dedication!
👏 We're so proud of our students from Concord Elementary, Heath Middle, Lone Oak Intermediate, Lone Oak Middle, Reidland Intermediate, and Reidland Middle for their hard work and dedication!
🏫✨ State Representative Randy Bridges Visits McCracken County High School!
State Representative Randy Bridges spent some time at McCracken County High School as part of the Principal for a Day program!
“Principal for a Day” is a statewide initiative organized by the Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) that allows legislators and community leaders to shadow a school principal and gain a firsthand look at school operations and the challenges of educational leadership. Created through House Concurrent Resolution 25, the program helps strengthen understanding and support for Kentucky’s public schools.
Thank you, Representative Bridges, for visiting MCHS and for your continued commitment to supporting public education!
State Representative Randy Bridges spent some time at McCracken County High School as part of the Principal for a Day program!
“Principal for a Day” is a statewide initiative organized by the Kentucky Association of School Administrators (KASA) that allows legislators and community leaders to shadow a school principal and gain a firsthand look at school operations and the challenges of educational leadership. Created through House Concurrent Resolution 25, the program helps strengthen understanding and support for Kentucky’s public schools.
Thank you, Representative Bridges, for visiting MCHS and for your continued commitment to supporting public education!
