⚡ We’re Hiring an Electrical Teacher!
McCracken County High School is seeking a part-time Electrical Teacher to help students develop hands-on skills and prepare for careers in the electrical and skilled trades industries.
✅ Teach practical, career-ready skills
✅ Inspire the next generation of skilled workers
✅ Be part of a supportive school community
📍 Learn more and apply at: https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
McCracken County High School is seeking a part-time Electrical Teacher to help students develop hands-on skills and prepare for careers in the electrical and skilled trades industries.
✅ Teach practical, career-ready skills
✅ Inspire the next generation of skilled workers
✅ Be part of a supportive school community
📍 Learn more and apply at: https://mccracken.schoolspring.com
McCracken County High School HOSA (Future Health Professionals) chapter recently hosted a Teddy Bear Clinic for special guests from Heath Elementary School and Lone Oak Elementary School!
The Teddy Bear Clinic was designed to help young students feel more comfortable with doctor visits while introducing them to exciting healthcare careers! Guided by our HOSA students, children brought stuffed animals for mock checkups and rotated through hands-on stations covering hygiene, first aid, medication safety, and more. It was a fun, interactive experience that inspired future healthcare professionals while easing fears about medical visits!
The Teddy Bear Clinic was designed to help young students feel more comfortable with doctor visits while introducing them to exciting healthcare careers! Guided by our HOSA students, children brought stuffed animals for mock checkups and rotated through hands-on stations covering hygiene, first aid, medication safety, and more. It was a fun, interactive experience that inspired future healthcare professionals while easing fears about medical visits!
Look at those Mustangs cooking up success! 🍔🔥
As part of Mrs. Woodruff’s Culinary 2 Final Project: Food Truck Face-Off, Jake Hazel, Jack Conway, Lincoln Pope, and Brady Hayden created THE SLIDER STOP — combining cooking, branding, budgeting, and business skills into their very own food truck concept!
Catch THE SLIDER STOP Tuesday–Friday THIS WEEK from 4–8 PM at Finish Line Car Wash on Hinkleville Road thanks to Chimney's Food Trailer!
As part of Mrs. Woodruff’s Culinary 2 Final Project: Food Truck Face-Off, Jake Hazel, Jack Conway, Lincoln Pope, and Brady Hayden created THE SLIDER STOP — combining cooking, branding, budgeting, and business skills into their very own food truck concept!
Catch THE SLIDER STOP Tuesday–Friday THIS WEEK from 4–8 PM at Finish Line Car Wash on Hinkleville Road thanks to Chimney's Food Trailer!
What a weekend to be a Mustang!
Congratulations to our 2026 Region Champion Mustangs Men’s and Women’s Tennis Teams! 🎾🏆
And congratulations to our 2026 Region Champion Mustangs Women’s Track & Field Team! 🏃♀️🥇
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes, coaches, and programs for representing McCracken County High School with excellence, determination, and Mustang pride!
Be sure to follow the McCracken County Mustangs and Lady Mustangs Sports Updates Facebook Page for up-to-date athletic announcements and updates!
Congratulations to our 2026 Region Champion Mustangs Men’s and Women’s Tennis Teams! 🎾🏆
And congratulations to our 2026 Region Champion Mustangs Women’s Track & Field Team! 🏃♀️🥇
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes, coaches, and programs for representing McCracken County High School with excellence, determination, and Mustang pride!
Be sure to follow the McCracken County Mustangs and Lady Mustangs Sports Updates Facebook Page for up-to-date athletic announcements and updates!
MCHS Spring Orchestra Concert
When: Tonight (5/11) @ 7:30 PM
Location: Symphony Hall
When: Tonight (5/11) @ 7:30 PM
Location: Symphony Hall
Mustang Weekly Update
5/11 - 5/17
5/11 - 5/17
Color Guard Tryouts Are This Week!
📅 Auditions: May 13, 14, & 15
⏰ Time: 2:30 – 5:30 PM
📍 Meet in the Band Room
👥 Open to all current MCPS students in grades 8–11
Come be part of the excitement, teamwork, and tradition of Mustang Pride!
📅 Auditions: May 13, 14, & 15
⏰ Time: 2:30 – 5:30 PM
📍 Meet in the Band Room
👥 Open to all current MCPS students in grades 8–11
Come be part of the excitement, teamwork, and tradition of Mustang Pride!
Big thanks to Murray State University for treating our MCHS seniors yesterday! We love seeing our college partners support the Class of 2026 as they head toward the finish line! 🎓✨
These bright young leaders attended the U.S. Senate Public Policy Forum hosted by the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce at the Paducah-McCracken County Convention Center. They had the unique opportunity to hear directly from Republican candidates, including Congressman Andy Barr and former Attorney General Daniel Cameron, as part of the Chamber’s 2026 Public Policy Spring Mini Series. - It is inspiring to see our Mustangs engaging with the issues that will define our Commonwealth's future. Engaging in civic dialogue is one of the most important lessons a student can learn, and these six represented McCracken County with excellence!
Today, MCHS Educators Rising students explored the many opportunities available through Murray State University and West Kentucky Community and Technical College as they prepare for future careers in education. Students toured campuses, connected with current students, and met with professors to learn more about the next steps toward becoming outstanding educators.
Join us for an evening celebrating the incredible creativity and hard work of our AP Art students:
📅 Friday, May 15
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Clemmons Fine Arts Center
This is a free event with light refreshments, and everyone is welcome—bring your friends and family! Come as you are and enjoy a special end-of-year celebration of student artistry. Our students have been eagerly anticipating this night and would love to see familiar faces from our school community.
Can’t make the reception? No problem! The show will be on display starting Tuesday, May 5, so you can stop by and view the artwork anytime leading up to the event.
📅 Friday, May 15
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Clemmons Fine Arts Center
This is a free event with light refreshments, and everyone is welcome—bring your friends and family! Come as you are and enjoy a special end-of-year celebration of student artistry. Our students have been eagerly anticipating this night and would love to see familiar faces from our school community.
Can’t make the reception? No problem! The show will be on display starting Tuesday, May 5, so you can stop by and view the artwork anytime leading up to the event.
Sophomores and Juniors - It is a big testing week! Charge your Chromebook!
Mustang Weekly Update
5/4 - 5/9
Mustang Weekly Update
5/4 - 5/9
We are proud to celebrate our McCracken County High School FBLA students who placed in the Top 4 at the Kentucky State FBLA Competition and have officially qualified for the National FBLA Competition!
Congratulations to:
• Nolan Goode & Luke Whiteside – 4th Place, Data Analysis
• Ansh Shah – 3rd Place, Marketing
• Katelyn Dillon – 3rd Place, Financial Planning
• Warren Sheppard – 3rd Place, Business Law
• Charlie Beckner – 2nd Place, Management Information Systems
Way to go, Mustangs!
Congratulations to:
• Nolan Goode & Luke Whiteside – 4th Place, Data Analysis
• Ansh Shah – 3rd Place, Marketing
• Katelyn Dillon – 3rd Place, Financial Planning
• Warren Sheppard – 3rd Place, Business Law
• Charlie Beckner – 2nd Place, Management Information Systems
Way to go, Mustangs!
Happy National Principals Day!
Today we proudly celebrate and thank our incredible principal, Mr. Jonathan Smith—our very own Coach Smith—for all that he does each and every day for the students and staff of McCracken County High School. Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make on our students and staff each day. We appreciate you, Coach Smith! #SelfiesWithSmith
Today we proudly celebrate and thank our incredible principal, Mr. Jonathan Smith—our very own Coach Smith—for all that he does each and every day for the students and staff of McCracken County High School. Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the positive impact you make on our students and staff each day. We appreciate you, Coach Smith! #SelfiesWithSmith
🎓🧁 Fridays are a little sweeter for our McCracken County High School seniors! Thank you to Murray State University for helping us celebrate our seniors and make these final weeks even more memorable. Seniors: We are so proud of each and every one of you and can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next!
A group of McCracken County High School history students, selected by their teachers, had the opportunity to attend the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Forum this week—the first of three events in the Chamber’s Public Policy Spring Mini Series.
Students heard from U.S. Senate Democratic candidates Charles Booker, Amy McGrath, and Leader Pamela Stevenson, as they discussed key issues impacting our region. The forum gave students a firsthand look at the political process as candidates responded to questions before a live audience.
Experiences like this help our students connect classroom learning to real-world conversations and civic engagement. We’re proud of these Mustangs for taking part in such a meaningful opportunity!
Students heard from U.S. Senate Democratic candidates Charles Booker, Amy McGrath, and Leader Pamela Stevenson, as they discussed key issues impacting our region. The forum gave students a firsthand look at the political process as candidates responded to questions before a live audience.
Experiences like this help our students connect classroom learning to real-world conversations and civic engagement. We’re proud of these Mustangs for taking part in such a meaningful opportunity!
Big congratulations to MCHS’s own Miles Woodfork, named the UK HealthCare Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Male Player of the Month for April! 🏀 Miles was a key leader on the court, helping lead the team to a historic No. 7 state ranking—the highest in school history. His talent, work ethic, and leadership continue to set the standard. Way to go, Miles!
KSA begins next week for our Sophomore and Junior students at McCracken County High School!
McCracken County High School students Andrew Byrne and Brynleigh Sullivan have been accepted into the prestigious The Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky Class of 2028!
This highly competitive program, located on the campus of Western Kentucky University, provides students with the opportunity to complete their final two years of high school while earning college credit and engaging in advanced STEM learning.
We are incredibly proud of Andrew and Brynleigh for this outstanding achievement!
🔗 Read the full press release here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2851279
This highly competitive program, located on the campus of Western Kentucky University, provides students with the opportunity to complete their final two years of high school while earning college credit and engaging in advanced STEM learning.
We are incredibly proud of Andrew and Brynleigh for this outstanding achievement!
🔗 Read the full press release here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2851279
Big congratulations to West Kentucky Star April Teacher of the Month, Mr. Drake Williams!
McCracken County High School is proud to celebrate Mr. Williams on this well-deserved recognition. A dedicated social studies teacher and leader in our building, he continues to inspire students both in the classroom and beyond—creating opportunities for real-world learning through travel and unique experiences. This marks his second time earning this honor, a true testament to the lasting impact he has on our students and school community. Thank you, Mr. Williams, for your passion, leadership, and commitment to making learning meaningful every day.
McCracken County High School is proud to celebrate Mr. Williams on this well-deserved recognition. A dedicated social studies teacher and leader in our building, he continues to inspire students both in the classroom and beyond—creating opportunities for real-world learning through travel and unique experiences. This marks his second time earning this honor, a true testament to the lasting impact he has on our students and school community. Thank you, Mr. Williams, for your passion, leadership, and commitment to making learning meaningful every day.
