🏆 Grand Champions! Congratulations to the McCracken County High School Marching Band — Overall Grand Champions and 1st Place in Class 4A at the Bethel University Contest!
🎶 Special shoutout to Abe Taylor, named Best Overall Soloist!
Congratulations Mustangs Men's Soccer - 2025 Region Champions!
On Wednesday, students, teachers, parents and community members joined high school and district leadership as part of the ongoing Ford Next Generation Learning (NGL) work at McCracken County High School.
Together, participants collaborated to define our shared “Why,” refine our district’s “True North,” and build a framework for sustainable growth and student success.
We’re grateful for the insight, energy, and commitment from everyone who participated as we continue to prepare all students for college, career, and life success.
https://fordngl.com/
Together, participants collaborated to define our shared “Why,” refine our district’s “True North,” and build a framework for sustainable growth and student success.
We’re grateful for the insight, energy, and commitment from everyone who participated as we continue to prepare all students for college, career, and life success.
https://fordngl.com/
Congratulations Mustangs Women's Soccer - 2025 Region Champions!
🚧 Reidland Elementary Improvements! 🚧
Over fall break, the parking lot behind Reidland Elementary was regraded and freshly paved, improving drainage and creating a smoother, safer surface for students, staff, and visitors.
🏆 LANDON HUNT NAMED 2025 KENTUCKY MR. GOLF! 🏆
McCracken County’s own Landon Hunt has been named the 2025 Kentucky Mr. Golf, capping off an outstanding season filled with record-breaking accomplishments and firsts for McCracken Golf!
In addition to being named Kentucky Mr. Golf, Landon has earned:
⛳ First Team All-State
⛳ First Region Player of the Year
⛳ First Team All–1st Region
This recognition follows a historic season that included:
🏌️♂️ Individual KHSAA State Champion
🏌️♂️ Team 3rd Place Finish at the KHSAA State Final Round
🏌️♂️ Individual Champion – KHSAA State First Round
🏌️♂️ Team Champion – KHSAA State First Round
🏌️♂️ Individual Region 1 Champion
🏌️♂️ Region 1 Team Champion
And making history once again — the top five golfers from McCracken’s “A” group were all named to the First or Second Team All–1st Region- Tanner Kight, Evan Hack, Jack Farmery, Dallas Vinson and Landon Hunt.
*Landon is pictured with Golf Coach, Chris Gregory.
McCracken County’s own Landon Hunt has been named the 2025 Kentucky Mr. Golf, capping off an outstanding season filled with record-breaking accomplishments and firsts for McCracken Golf!
In addition to being named Kentucky Mr. Golf, Landon has earned:
⛳ First Team All-State
⛳ First Region Player of the Year
⛳ First Team All–1st Region
This recognition follows a historic season that included:
🏌️♂️ Individual KHSAA State Champion
🏌️♂️ Team 3rd Place Finish at the KHSAA State Final Round
🏌️♂️ Individual Champion – KHSAA State First Round
🏌️♂️ Team Champion – KHSAA State First Round
🏌️♂️ Individual Region 1 Champion
🏌️♂️ Region 1 Team Champion
And making history once again — the top five golfers from McCracken’s “A” group were all named to the First or Second Team All–1st Region- Tanner Kight, Evan Hack, Jack Farmery, Dallas Vinson and Landon Hunt.
*Landon is pictured with Golf Coach, Chris Gregory.
Today, McCracken County Public Schools and the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce came together for an executive luncheon focused on Transforming the High School Experience through Community-Connected Learning.
Superintendent Josh Hunt, Chamber President & CEO Sandra Wilson, and the Ford NGL coaching team led discussions on how local businesses, nonprofits, and postsecondary partners can help shape the future of high school education in McCracken County.
We’re excited to continue building partnerships that connect students to real-world learning and future career opportunities!
🎉 Ribbon Cutting at Reidland Middle! 🎉
Reidland Middle School celebrated the official ribbon-cutting for its Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program—one of only 30 middle schools in Kentucky to offer this incredible opportunity!
The ceremony featured student testimonials, remarks from school and community leaders, and a ribbon-cutting led by RMS JAG students and JAG Specialist Mr. John Howard.
JAG Kentucky helps students build confidence, leadership, and career-ready skills for the future.
Learn more at jagky.org or contact john.howard2@mccracken.kyschools.us.
Reidland Middle School celebrated the official ribbon-cutting for its Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Program—one of only 30 middle schools in Kentucky to offer this incredible opportunity!
The ceremony featured student testimonials, remarks from school and community leaders, and a ribbon-cutting led by RMS JAG students and JAG Specialist Mr. John Howard.
JAG Kentucky helps students build confidence, leadership, and career-ready skills for the future.
Learn more at jagky.org or contact john.howard2@mccracken.kyschools.us.
🍂✨ Wishing all of our students, staff, and families a safe, fun, and relaxing Fall Break! ✨🍂
Enjoy the time to rest, recharge, and make great memories—we’ll see you back at school soon!
Enjoy the time to rest, recharge, and make great memories—we’ll see you back at school soon!
🌟 McCracken MVP: October 2025 🌟
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Corey Hall, Computer Technician, as the McCracken MVP for October.
Corey is known across the district for his kindness, patience, and willingness to go the extra mile. Colleagues describe him as “always so helpful and kind,” “willing to take the time to explain and share ideas,” and “just an all-around good person.” He goes above and beyond to support technology needs, especially at RES and RIS/RMS, where staff say his expertise and positive attitude make a difference. One colleague summed it up best: “The positive comments that exude from any staff member who has had the privilege of working with him say it all.” Another shared, “Corey Hall is genuinely one of the nicest, hardest-working people I’ve known. It’s an absolute pleasure to get to work alongside somebody like that each day. What an asset to our school district.”
Congratulations to Corey on being named October’s McCracken MVP!
McCracken County Schools is proud to recognize Corey Hall, Computer Technician, as the McCracken MVP for October.
Corey is known across the district for his kindness, patience, and willingness to go the extra mile. Colleagues describe him as “always so helpful and kind,” “willing to take the time to explain and share ideas,” and “just an all-around good person.” He goes above and beyond to support technology needs, especially at RES and RIS/RMS, where staff say his expertise and positive attitude make a difference. One colleague summed it up best: “The positive comments that exude from any staff member who has had the privilege of working with him say it all.” Another shared, “Corey Hall is genuinely one of the nicest, hardest-working people I’ve known. It’s an absolute pleasure to get to work alongside somebody like that each day. What an asset to our school district.”
Congratulations to Corey on being named October’s McCracken MVP!
Behind every bright hallway and welcoming classroom are our amazing custodians.
These photos capture just a few of the dedicated team members who work hard each day to take care of our schools. Many others work different shifts and may not be pictured, but every single custodian plays a vital role in making McCracken County Schools a great place to learn and work.
We are thankful for each of you today and every day!
✨ Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! ✨
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians across McCracken County Schools! Your hard work, dedication, and care keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do to support our students, staff, and community.
Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians across McCracken County Schools! Your hard work, dedication, and care keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. We are so grateful for all that you do to support our students, staff, and community.
McCracken County Wrestling Informational Meeting
📅 When: Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Where: McCracken County Indoor Tennis Center
5705 US-60, Paducah, KY 42001 (by Menards)
Parents & students in grades 3–12 interested in Boys & Girls Wrestling are invited to learn more about the program!
Season Begins: Tuesday, Oct. 15
For questions, contact Coach Steven "Vito" Spadafino at:
📧 steven.spadafino@mccracken.kyschools.us
📅 When: Thursday, Oct. 2 | 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Where: McCracken County Indoor Tennis Center
5705 US-60, Paducah, KY 42001 (by Menards)
Parents & students in grades 3–12 interested in Boys & Girls Wrestling are invited to learn more about the program!
Season Begins: Tuesday, Oct. 15
For questions, contact Coach Steven "Vito" Spadafino at:
📧 steven.spadafino@mccracken.kyschools.us
💜💚✨ Worlds Collide Dance Clinic! ✨💚💜
The McCracken County Dance Team is thrilled to invite your dancer to a one-day clinic inspired by the magical worlds of Descendants and Zombies!
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 McCracken County High School
Open to Grades K–8
Your dancer will enjoy an afternoon of fun, teamwork, and performance—led by the Stangettes!
➡️ Register now!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stangettes-words-collide-clinic
Spots will fill fast—don’t miss it!
The McCracken County Dance Team is thrilled to invite your dancer to a one-day clinic inspired by the magical worlds of Descendants and Zombies!
📅 Sunday, November 16, 2025
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 McCracken County High School
Open to Grades K–8
Your dancer will enjoy an afternoon of fun, teamwork, and performance—led by the Stangettes!
➡️ Register now!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stangettes-words-collide-clinic
Spots will fill fast—don’t miss it!
🎳 Mustangs Bowling Tryouts 🎳
📅 Thursday
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Cardinal Lanes
📅 Thursday
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Cardinal Lanes
🥎✨ STATE CHAMPIONS! ✨🥎
What a day at the Middle School State Softball Championship! After battling through nine back-to-back games, the McCracken County Mustangs finished the day as STATE CHAMPS! 🏆🔥
Huge congratulations to our amazing players, dedicated coaches, and supportive families on this unforgettable accomplishment. We are #McCrackenProud!
What a day at the Middle School State Softball Championship! After battling through nine back-to-back games, the McCracken County Mustangs finished the day as STATE CHAMPS! 🏆🔥
Huge congratulations to our amazing players, dedicated coaches, and supportive families on this unforgettable accomplishment. We are #McCrackenProud!
⛳️🏆 3-PEAT CHAMPS! 🏆⛳️
For the third year in a row, McCracken County Men’s Golf are Region 1 Champions! The Mustangs shot a team score of 293 at Murray Country Club to secure the title!
Landon Hunt – Individual Champion with a 2-under 70 (Back-to-Back Titles!)
Dallas Vinson & Evan Hack – Tied for 2nd at 74 (+2)
Tanner Kight – 5th place at 75 (+3)
Jack Farmery – Tied for 8th at 77
Next stop KHSAA State 1st Round at Calvert City!
For the third year in a row, McCracken County Men’s Golf are Region 1 Champions! The Mustangs shot a team score of 293 at Murray Country Club to secure the title!
Landon Hunt – Individual Champion with a 2-under 70 (Back-to-Back Titles!)
Dallas Vinson & Evan Hack – Tied for 2nd at 74 (+2)
Tanner Kight – 5th place at 75 (+3)
Jack Farmery – Tied for 8th at 77
Next stop KHSAA State 1st Round at Calvert City!
Congratulations to Natalie Crane, principal of Hendron-Lone Oak Elementary, on being selected for the Kentucky Chamber Foundation’s Leadership Institute for School Principals!
Natalie is one of just 45 principals across Kentucky chosen for this year-long, executive-level leadership training—an opportunity typically reserved for top CEOs. Through this program, she’ll receive world-class leadership development from the Truist Leadership Institute, designed specifically for school leaders.
We are so proud of Mrs. Crane and can’t wait to see the positive impact this experience will bring to HLOE and our district!
Learn more about the program ➡️ principalsleadky.com
Natalie is one of just 45 principals across Kentucky chosen for this year-long, executive-level leadership training—an opportunity typically reserved for top CEOs. Through this program, she’ll receive world-class leadership development from the Truist Leadership Institute, designed specifically for school leaders.
We are so proud of Mrs. Crane and can’t wait to see the positive impact this experience will bring to HLOE and our district!
Learn more about the program ➡️ principalsleadky.com
Congratulations to Open Campus Guidance Counselor, Holly Miller for winning Dancing With Our Stars over the weekend!
Holly not only took home the top spot, but also raised an incredible $58,000 for the American Cancer Society.
We are so proud of her dedication, talent, and heart for making a difference!
Construction update at Heath Elementary! The walls are going up. This view shows the entrance to the gym from the main lobby taking shape!
