👏 Big congratulations to Ella Chuppe, Senior, for achieving a PERFECT 36 on both the English and Math sections of the ACT. A remarkable achievement that reflects all her hard work and dedication. Well done, Ella! 🌟
🎉 ESL Night: Come Celebrate Holidays Around the World! 🌍✨ 🎉 Join us for an exciting ESL Night at the McCracken County Extension Service Office on December 2nd as we explore Holidays Around the World! 🎄🕎🎉 🗓 Date: December 2 🕒 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. 📍 Location: McCracken County UK Extension Service Office 2025 New Holt Road, Paducah, KY 42001 Dinner will be provided! 🍽️
Congratulations to sophomore Noah Yancey for earning a PERFECT 36 on the ACT Science section! Your hard work and dedication have really paid off, and this is such an impressive achievement. Keep up the fantastic work! 🎉📚
A huge shoutout to sophomore Caroline Roberts for scoring a PERFECT 36 on both the ACT Reading and Science sections! 🌟 Your focus, determination, and commitment to excellence have truly stood out. We couldn’t be more proud of your outstanding achievement! 🎉📚
🎉 Huge congratulations to sophomore Hannah Docimo for scoring a PERFECT 36 on the ACT Reading section! 🏅Your commitment and determination have truly paid off, Hannah! We are beyond proud of you and all the hard work you’ve put in. Keep shining! 🌟
🎉 Big congratulations to sophomore Addyson Richards for achieving a PERFECT 36 on the ACT Reading section! 📚✨ Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off, Addyson! We are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished—keep up the amazing work! 🌟
Freshman: Did you know?
You can apply for Governor's School for the Entrepreneur!?!
Grade levels 9 -11.
GSE website: www.kentuckygse.com/summer-startup/#
Online application due January 21, 2025
🎉 Congratulations to Sophomore Koda Dwyer for earning a PERFECT 36 on the Math section of the ACT! 🏅 Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, Koda! We are so proud of your achievement! 🌟
🎉 Congratulations to Sophomore Jacqueline Peck for earning a PERFECT 36 on the English section of the ACT! 🏅 Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, Jacqueline! We are so proud of your achievement! 🌟
🎉 ESL Night: Come Celebrate Holidays Around the World! 🌍✨ 🎉
Join us for an exciting ESL Night at the McCracken County Extension Service Office on December 2nd as we explore Holidays Around the World! 🎄🕎🎉
🗓 Date: December 2
🕒 Time: 4:30 - 6:00 P.M.
📍 Location: McCracken County UK Extension Service Office
2025 New Holt Road, Paducah, KY 42001
Dinner will be provided! 🍽️
Congratulations to our MCHS Rotary Club Representatives!
November: Matthew King, Izabelle Scheer, Mossy Manea
These students were selected by our faculty and staff to represent McCracken County High School at the monthly Rotary Club of Paducah meetings. #opportUNITY #McCrackenProud
https://www.paducahrotary.org/
Sophomores - These applications are open for you!
Gatton Academy
Gatton website: www.wku.edu/academy
Online application due February 1, 2025
Governor's School for the Arts
GSA website: www.kentuckygsa.org
Online application due January 12, 2025
Governor's School for the Entrepreneur
GSE website: www.kentuckygse.com/summer-startup/#
Online application due January 21, 2025
Congrats, Alex Smith: Future Automotive Technician!
Alex Smith was AGC of Western Kentucky: Student of the Week
Currently, Alex is enrolled in the auto technology program at the Paducah Area Technology Center, where he has already earned several ASE certifications. He is working hard to complete the remaining ones this year! When he’s not in the classroom, you can find Alex at car shows, racing, or even competing in Skills USA competitions. Congratulations, Alex! #McCrackenProud #opportUNITY
Check out Alex's Paducah Sun article HERE:
https://www.paducahsun.com/news/local/alex-smith-pursues-career-in-automotive-technology/article_51ff7683-970b-53bc-86b3-3f16bac5c143.html
Big Congratulations to Coach Andy Poore!
2023-24 NFHS/KHSAA State Coach of the Year: Boys Tennis
The National Federation of State High School Coaches Association (NFHS) and KHSAA have awarded Coach Andy Poore the Boys Tennis Coach of the Year! 🏆🎾 This well-deserved honor highlights Coach Poore’s dedication, leadership, and the outstanding impact he has had on our Mustang athletes. Join us in celebrating Coach Poore for this achievement! #McCrackenProud
https://khsaa.org/11-18-24-khsaa-awards-2023-24-nfhs-state-coaches-of-the-year/
🎉 Congratulations to the McCracken County High School JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) Program on today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony! 🎉
JAG Kentucky is dedicated to helping students succeed in high school and beyond by focusing on Project-Based Learning, Trauma-Informed Care, and Employer Engagement—the pillars of the JAG Advantage.
This event celebrated the incredible work being done to empower students and prepare them for a bright future. 🌟
For more information or to learn how you can support this amazing program, visit jagky.org or contact Miranda Hunt, MCHS JAG Specialist, at miranda.hunt@mccracken.kyschools.us.
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/1882333
Juniors - Did you hear the Mustang Memo?
All applications are open!
For Juniors:
Murray State's Commonwealth Honors Academy
CHA Website: www.murraystate.edu/cha
Online application due March 1, 2025
Governor's School for the Arts
GSA website: www.kentuckygsa.org
Online application due January 12, 2025
Governor's School for the Entrepreneur
GSE website: www.kentuckygse.com/summer-startup/#
Online application due January 21, 2025
Governor's Scholar Program
GSP website: www.gsp.ky.gov
Application due to counselors December 2, 2024
Congratulations, Mustangs Dance Team!
2024 KHSAA Region Champions in Jazz and Game Day!
#McCrackenProud
🎉 McCracken County High School Earns College Success Award! 🎓🏆
We’re proud to announce that McCracken County High School has been recognized with the College Success Award by GreatSchools.org! This honor highlights our commitment to preparing students for college and beyond, with a focus on graduation, college enrollment, and persistence in higher education.
“We’re incredibly proud of this achievement,” said Principal Jonathan Smith. “It reflects the hard work of our students, staff, and community.”
Thank you to everyone who helps make our students’ success possible.
https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/1876899
MCHS FFA - Fall on the Farm
This week, the MCHS FFA hosted a Fall on the Farm event, filled with hands-on stations highlighting Animal Science, Horticulture, and Ag Mechanics! Students from Ag classes had the chance to explore, learn, and engage with real-world applications in a fun and interactive setting. #McCrackenProud #opportUNITY
Congratulations to Ben Trevino (11th) and Abby Scheer (10th) for their acceptance to the ACDA National Honor Choirs in 2025. They will sing with the best singers from across our nation. This is the highest honor a choir student can receive in the US. We look forward to hearing you represent MCHS Choirs in Dallas! #McCrackenProud #opportUNITY
