On Wednesday, African American Leadership students from MCHS read to students at Concord Elementary and Heath Elementary for Black History Month. #McCrackenProud
Congratulations to the Paducah Area Technical Center Students of the Month for January 2024!
Auto Body - Kenley Ligons (10)
Carpentry - Jaxon Potter (11)
Welding - A.J. Parkinson (12)
Media Arts - Atleigh Stanley (12)
Computer Science - Hayden Mitchell (12)
You can learn more about the Paducah Area Technical Center at: https://paducahinnovationhub.com/
Every Mustang Matters is a club devoted to making sure our exceptional Mustangs have a support system and feel included. On Valentine's Day, the club held a party and made Valentine's Day crafts. #McCrackenProud
FFA members attended a Regional Leadership Conference yesterday at Marshall County High School. They got to learn many characteristics of leadership in smaller groups and listen to agribusiness leaders. #McCrackenProud
The McCracken Winter Guard competed this weekend and became finalists at WGI Avon Regional. #McCrackenProud
🎉 What a night at McCracken's SGA Dance Blue Mini Marathon Event! 🎉 Tonight students came together for a fantastic cause. They danced, played relay games, ate pizza and wings, and most importantly, they had a blast, all while supporting Dance Blue Hematology/Oncology Clinic! 💙
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, McCracken SGA is thrilled to announce they raised a total of $40,472.45! 🌟 A massive shoutout goes to the Richards family and Nate's Wish for their extraordinary $30,000 donation!
Tonight was a true testament to the power of unity and compassion. McCracken SGA would like to thank everyone who contributed, danced, and showed their support! #McCracken #ForTheKids #JoyPrevials 💙
Join us in celebrating McCracken County band senior Logan Henson on winning the Murray State Quad-State soloist of the year and earning a $10,000 scholarship! He will be performing in concert on Feb 22nd as a part of the Quad-State Band Festival. #McCrackenProud
MCHS celebrates Officers Brian Kopischke and Darrin Frommeyer. #McCrackenProud
MainStage School of Performing Arts hosted a special sensory-friendly performance of "Seussical the Musical" catered for several area school classrooms, specifically our McCracken S.H.I.N.E. students.
Many McCracken students were part of the MainStage cast, spreading joy and inclusivity through their talents on stage. Not only that, but McCracken Peer Tutors also joined and shared in the magic of theater. Together, they created a safe and welcoming space where everyone could experience the wonder of live performance.
👏 Let's give a huge round of applause to all the performers, volunteers, and organizers who made this unforgettable event possible. Your dedication to spreading joy and embracing diversity truly shines bright! 🌟 #McCrackenProud
McCracken County High School proudly announces that two of its outstanding students, Owen Cody and Garet Greenwell, have been named as National Merit Finalists. This prestigious recognition is a testament to their exceptional academic achievements, dedication, and leadership.
The National Merit Scholarship Program is an esteemed academic competition that honors students across the United States for their outstanding performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Being named a National Merit Finalist places Owen and Garet among the top students in the nation, a distinction that reflects their exceptional academic abilities and potential for future success. Owen and Garet have demonstrated exemplary performance both inside and outside the classroom, showcasing their commitment to academic excellence and their passion for learning. Congratulations! #McCracken Proud
MCHS HOSA member and KY HOSA state President, Grace Henderson joined other members of HOSA and other CTSOs to lobby about the importance of CTE programs and proper funding for them. Grace shared with representatives about how HOSA has impacted her life and about the many career pathways offered at MCHS. HOSA Advisor, Andrea Heisner, RN BSN, and Grace were able to attend the Proclamation signing for February being named CTE month. #McCrackenProud
McCracken County High School is proud of our Youth Lead students! These students spend one day a month for six months learning about "human needs and service learning, communication and career development, business and economy, law and government, and healthcare in McCracken County. "
#McCrackenProud
Next week is FFA Week!
Join in by dressing up to celebrate and support McCracken FFA!
February 19th - 23rd
Monday: 2/19 - Here By The Flag: USA Gear
Tuesday: 2/20 - Greenhand: Freshman Wear White, Sophomores - Seniors Wear Green
Wednesday: 2/21 - Blue & Gold: FFA Apparel
Thursday: 2/22 - Rodeo: Western
Friday: 2/23 - Flannel Day
“Small Steps Every Day” - In August, Mrs. Traughber put this poster in her classroom for students to color before school and in between classes. In February, the finished product came together. Here are several of the students who worked on the poster: Carson Wallace, Sydney Nelson, Nick Sokolov, Kaleb Whatley, Bladen Cooper, Willow Burkholder, James Lucas, Avery Greenup, Austin Tapp, Kylar Scott, and Luis Soto.
This past weekend, the McCracken County Swim Team had Regionals!
The girls team finished 6th!
The boys team finished 5th!
Congratulations to Kaleb Suitor for becoming the Region One champ for the 200 freestyle and 100 fly! He will be advancing to the semifinals next weekend!
Also, Congratulations to the boys 400 Freestyle Relay for advancing to the semifinals next weekend! Good luck to everyone in the semifinals!
#McCrackenProud
UCA Nationals: Semi-Finals Day
McCracken County Coed Cheer is in Orlando and will compete TODAY at the UCA Nationals! You've got this! Mustang Nation is cheering you on from home! #McCrackenProud
1:15 pm - 4:45 pm Medium Coed Semi-Finals
Approximate Time of McCracken Semi-Finals Performance: 1:15 pm
https://www.varsity.com/uca/school/competitions/high-school-nationals/
KMEA: Kentucky Music Educators Association
This week, our talented Mustang Choir students were selected to represent McCracken at KMEA All-State. We are proud of their hard work and dedication!
Special Shout Out: The Advanced Treble Choir performed at the KMEA Professional Development Conference as one of 3 performing treble groups. This is the highest honor a choir can receive in the state of Kentucky and can be compared to making the final four in basketball! It's a huge honor and is the first time a McCracken choir has been selected to perform at this level! #McCrackenProud
Audrey Barrett, Emma Bell, Sydney Bell, Ella Chuppe, Preston Harper, Tanner Heal, Aiden Nace, Bryce Phillips, Connor Roberts, Bennett Routen, Emily Schlei, Kynzee Schloss, Miranda Tovar, Benjamin Trevino, Nathan Yancey, Abigail Scheer, Annie Kate Crowder, Kellum Bremer, Grey Vessels, Carson Chesnut, Brennen Hartman, Dagny Page.
Mylee Baker, Vada Edwards-Bachuss, Aven Farris, Ashlynn Garland, Kylee McErlean, Reily Sanderson, Tash Bartlett, Alex Carter, Kian Gardner, Kadence Gibbs, Madi Hayes, Aaliyah Houston, Clara Pierce, Maddi Tyler, London (Ray) Walker, Alyssa Campanello, Derriona Daniels, Macaelynn Langston, Evie Robertson, Jaya Nesler, Maggie Stevens, Makenzie Wilcher, Saira Arias, Nora Brown, Andie Davis, Kylah Hawkins, Ellie Puschaver, Rylee Ronna.
Congratulations to the MCHS Chess Team! They earned 1st place at the Quad A Regional Chess Tournament at Livingston County High School this past Saturday and are headed to the state team tournament in March. Individually, Daniel Crouse placed 3rd and Ella Chuppe placed 5th. #McCrackenProud
Good luck and safe travels to Mustangs Coed Cheer as they head to Orlando to compete later this week at UCA Nationals! #McCrackenProud
CONGRATULATIONS to the Lady Mustangs on their historic performance at the FIRST EVER KHSAA Region 1 Girls Championships on Sat. 2/3 @ Caldwell Co. HS! The Team finished 7th out of 18 schools and had 4 State Qualifiers! #McCrackenProud
Abby Ellis - 145 lb. Runner-up 🥈
Eelynn Hayden - 126 lb. 3rd Place 🥉
Lillian Harned - 185 lb. 3rd Place 🥉
Lakelynn Janssen - 120 lb. 4th Place 🏅
