Reminder: McCracken County High School invites families to an important Dual Credit Meeting tonight at 5:30 PM in the CPlant Auditorium.
If your student plans to take Dual Credit courses in 2026–2027, this meeting is for you! We’ll share key updates, including changes to scholarship availability. We hope to see you there!
If your student plans to take Dual Credit courses in 2026–2027, this meeting is for you! We’ll share key updates, including changes to scholarship availability. We hope to see you there!
🎓✏️ Future Educators Signing Day!
McCracken County High School is proud to recognize Shelby Turner, Sarah Kate Houser, and Sophia Moss for signing with Murray State University’s Teacher Education Program!
These students are taking the next step toward making a difference in the lives of future generations, and we couldn’t be more excited to see where this journey takes them.
McCracken County High School is proud to recognize Shelby Turner, Sarah Kate Houser, and Sophia Moss for signing with Murray State University’s Teacher Education Program!
These students are taking the next step toward making a difference in the lives of future generations, and we couldn’t be more excited to see where this journey takes them.
Congratulations to MCHS junior Luke Whiteside on an outstanding achievement!
Luke has qualified for the Regional Semi-Finals of the Presidential 1776 Award Competition, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation.
This prestigious competition honors the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, and Luke earned one of the highest scores in the state of Kentucky! He is now one of approximately 200 students nationwide—and just four from Kentucky—to advance from the first round.
Luke will represent MCHS as he travels to Grand Rapids on May 2 to compete at the regional level.
We’re proud of your hard work and dedication, Luke—good luck in the next round!
Luke has qualified for the Regional Semi-Finals of the Presidential 1776 Award Competition, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education and the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation.
This prestigious competition honors the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, and Luke earned one of the highest scores in the state of Kentucky! He is now one of approximately 200 students nationwide—and just four from Kentucky—to advance from the first round.
Luke will represent MCHS as he travels to Grand Rapids on May 2 to compete at the regional level.
We’re proud of your hard work and dedication, Luke—good luck in the next round!
Mustang Weekly Update
4/27 - 5/2
4/27 - 5/2
From preparing food boxes and clearing tables to connecting with customers and assisting with trays, our Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) students were hard at work during Quilt Week!
Students had the opportunity to gain hands-on job experience at Kirchhoff's Bakery and Deli, helping support the increased number of visitors while building valuable workplace skills. We are incredibly proud of our students for representing MCHS so well! A special thank you to Kirchhoff’s and Ms. Shaquita Garrett for making this impactful opportunity possible.
Students had the opportunity to gain hands-on job experience at Kirchhoff's Bakery and Deli, helping support the increased number of visitors while building valuable workplace skills. We are incredibly proud of our students for representing MCHS so well! A special thank you to Kirchhoff’s and Ms. Shaquita Garrett for making this impactful opportunity possible.
McCracken County High School is proud to recognize our own Savannah Fallis, Choir Director, for being named High School Music Teacher of the Year by the First District Kentucky Music Educators Association for the 2025–2026 school year.
This prestigious honor reflects Ms. Fallis’s dedication to her students, her passion for music education, and the meaningful impact she makes in our classrooms and on our stage each day. Through her leadership, students are inspired to grow as musicians, performers, and confident individuals.
We are incredibly proud of Ms. Fallis and grateful for the excellence she brings to MCHS each day. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
This prestigious honor reflects Ms. Fallis’s dedication to her students, her passion for music education, and the meaningful impact she makes in our classrooms and on our stage each day. Through her leadership, students are inspired to grow as musicians, performers, and confident individuals.
We are incredibly proud of Ms. Fallis and grateful for the excellence she brings to MCHS each day. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
McCracken County High School is proud to recognize juniors Mason Clements and Caroline Presswood for being named finalists for the KHSAA Student Advisory Group for the 2026–27 school year. This prestigious statewide program selects just 16 student-athletes to represent their peers while promoting leadership, sportsmanship, and a positive culture in athletics. As finalists, Mason and Caroline have demonstrated outstanding character, commitment, and leadership both on and off the field.
The Student Advisory Group focuses on addressing current topics in education-based athletics while empowering students to grow as leaders and understand the impact they can make in their schools, communities, and across Kentucky. Participants engage in meaningful opportunities such as the NFHS National Student Leadership Summit and play active roles in planning and leading initiatives like the KHSAA HYPE Student Leadership Conferences.
We are incredibly proud of Mason and Caroline for representing McCracken County High School at such a high level and look forward to seeing the continued impact they will make.
The Student Advisory Group focuses on addressing current topics in education-based athletics while empowering students to grow as leaders and understand the impact they can make in their schools, communities, and across Kentucky. Participants engage in meaningful opportunities such as the NFHS National Student Leadership Summit and play active roles in planning and leading initiatives like the KHSAA HYPE Student Leadership Conferences.
We are incredibly proud of Mason and Caroline for representing McCracken County High School at such a high level and look forward to seeing the continued impact they will make.
Congratulations to Our GSP Scholars!
We are proud to share that 15 juniors from McCracken County High School have been selected for the prestigious Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP)—a highly competitive honor recognizing some of the top students across the state!
These students will take part in an incredible summer experience focused on leadership, learning, and personal growth alongside peers from across Kentucky.
Join us in celebrating their achievement and wishing them the best this summer!
🔗 Read the full press release and see the complete list of students here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2840358
We are proud to share that 15 juniors from McCracken County High School have been selected for the prestigious Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP)—a highly competitive honor recognizing some of the top students across the state!
These students will take part in an incredible summer experience focused on leadership, learning, and personal growth alongside peers from across Kentucky.
Join us in celebrating their achievement and wishing them the best this summer!
🔗 Read the full press release and see the complete list of students here: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2840358
The McCracken County High School Bass Fishing Team is set to compete at Regionals this weekend! Wishing our anglers the best of luck as they hit the water and represent MCHS. Go, Mustangs!
Congratulations to McCracken County High School students Emma Nolan, Madison McKinney, Noah Hambrick, and William Seaton on being accepted into the Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE)!
We’re also proud to recognize Marlee Harbison for being named an alternate.
GSE is a highly competitive, three-week summer program that equips students with the skills to develop business ideas, create prototypes, and pitch their own startups. What an incredible opportunity!
🔗 Read the full press release: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2837112
We’re also proud to recognize Marlee Harbison for being named an alternate.
GSE is a highly competitive, three-week summer program that equips students with the skills to develop business ideas, create prototypes, and pitch their own startups. What an incredible opportunity!
🔗 Read the full press release: https://www.mccracken.kyschools.us/article/2837112
Congratulations to Delaney Green!
McCracken Dual Credit students in English 102 recently participated in the One Book Read event at WKCTC. Delaney distinguished herself by submitting three original poems in the student writing contest, competing alongside both college and dual credit students. Her work earned an Honorable Mention—an outstanding achievement. Way to go, Delaney!
We also extend our appreciation to Ms. Morris for providing meaningful opportunities for students to showcase their talents beyond the classroom.
McCracken Dual Credit students in English 102 recently participated in the One Book Read event at WKCTC. Delaney distinguished herself by submitting three original poems in the student writing contest, competing alongside both college and dual credit students. Her work earned an Honorable Mention—an outstanding achievement. Way to go, Delaney!
We also extend our appreciation to Ms. Morris for providing meaningful opportunities for students to showcase their talents beyond the classroom.
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep McCracken County High School running smoothly each and every day. From greeting visitors with a smile to managing schedules, answering calls, and supporting students, staff, and families—your work never goes unnoticed. Your organization, dedication, and heart make a difference at MCHS. Thank you for being the backbone of our school and for all you do to support student success! Join us in thanking our amazing administrative professionals today!
Mrs. Boren’s Child Development Services 1 students had an incredible hands-on learning experience last week! A group of students visited the Baptist Health Child Development Center to tour the facility and spend time working with their kids. Experiences like this make learning come to life! Thank you, Baptist Health!
Big congratulations to MCHS senior Aspen Wheeler for being named Murray State Teen of the Week! Aspen’s passion for helping others is truly inspiring—she plans to pursue a career in occupational therapy to support children with special needs and make a difference right here in our community. We are proud of you, Aspen!
Read her Paducah Sun article here: https://www.paducahsun.com/news/wheeler-aims-to-make-a-difference-through-occupational-therapy/article_6e421e48-5a0f-5837-ae52-522cdcbadcd1.html
Read her Paducah Sun article here: https://www.paducahsun.com/news/wheeler-aims-to-make-a-difference-through-occupational-therapy/article_6e421e48-5a0f-5837-ae52-522cdcbadcd1.html
Mustangs, we’ll see you at the ballparks tonight for Baseball ⚾ and Softball 🥎 vs. Paducah Tilghman!
Join us for an important Dual Credit Meeting for Families on Tuesday, April 28th, at 5:30 PM in the CPlant Auditorium!
If you have a student planning to take a Dual Credit class at McCracken County High School next school year, this meeting is for you! We’ll share key updates for the 2026–2027 school year, including changes to Dual Credit scholarship availability. (Date Correction: Tuesday, April 28th)
WKU Math Contest - Congrats to our McCracken Math students!
At the WKU Math Contest, high school students from 27 schools put their skills to the test, competing in a variety of math categories at each grade level. What an incredible opportunity to showcase problem-solving, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Way to represent and compete at a high level! Thanks to Mrs. Coleman and Mrs. Wooten for organizing! Congrats to the winners!
Lily Ashburn - 3rd Physical Science (9-10)
Sam Dobson - 3rd Word Problems (12)
Chayton Dwyer - 4th Physical Science (9-10), 5th Graphing (10)
Koda Dwyer - 1st Geometry (12), 2nd Functions (12), 2nd Advanced Topics (12), 2nd Physics (11-12), 4th Algebra (12)
Jason Friedlander - 2nd Algebra Simplify (9), 2nd Physical Science (9-10), 2nd Algebra (10), 3rd Word Problems (10)
Pryce Harper - 5th Physical Science (9-10)
Elise Huang - 2nd Geometry (12), 5th Probability (12)
Rex Johnson - 4th Algebra Simplify (9)
Colin McCurren - 1st Trigonometry (12), 4th Functions (12). 5th Algebra (12)
Leanna Meredith - 4th Geometry (9), 5th Word Problems (9), 5th Algebra (10)
Jeremy Nichols - 4th Graphing (10)
Caroline Roberts - 1st Probability (12), 3rd Word Problems (12), 4th Physics (11-12)
Gavin Schooley - 2nd Trigonometry (12), 2nd Algebra (12)
Sophomore Team - 2nd
Junior Team - 3rd
Senior Team - 1st
Mixed Team - 2nd
At the WKU Math Contest, high school students from 27 schools put their skills to the test, competing in a variety of math categories at each grade level. What an incredible opportunity to showcase problem-solving, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Way to represent and compete at a high level! Thanks to Mrs. Coleman and Mrs. Wooten for organizing! Congrats to the winners!
Lily Ashburn - 3rd Physical Science (9-10)
Sam Dobson - 3rd Word Problems (12)
Chayton Dwyer - 4th Physical Science (9-10), 5th Graphing (10)
Koda Dwyer - 1st Geometry (12), 2nd Functions (12), 2nd Advanced Topics (12), 2nd Physics (11-12), 4th Algebra (12)
Jason Friedlander - 2nd Algebra Simplify (9), 2nd Physical Science (9-10), 2nd Algebra (10), 3rd Word Problems (10)
Pryce Harper - 5th Physical Science (9-10)
Elise Huang - 2nd Geometry (12), 5th Probability (12)
Rex Johnson - 4th Algebra Simplify (9)
Colin McCurren - 1st Trigonometry (12), 4th Functions (12). 5th Algebra (12)
Leanna Meredith - 4th Geometry (9), 5th Word Problems (9), 5th Algebra (10)
Jeremy Nichols - 4th Graphing (10)
Caroline Roberts - 1st Probability (12), 3rd Word Problems (12), 4th Physics (11-12)
Gavin Schooley - 2nd Trigonometry (12), 2nd Algebra (12)
Sophomore Team - 2nd
Junior Team - 3rd
Senior Team - 1st
Mixed Team - 2nd
Mustang Weekly Update
4/20 - 4/25
4/20 - 4/25
Mustangs on the move! 🐎🎓 Officers from Educators Rising, FCCLA, and JAG recently traveled to Western Kentucky University for the WKU Experience! A big thank you to Mrs. Henley and Mrs. Hunt for leading this opportunity—giving our student leaders a firsthand look at college life and future pathways.
The countdown is on, Class of 2026! 🎓
Seniors met this morning for important end-of-year info, picked up their caps & gowns and Senior/Alumni shirts, then celebrated outside with a sweet treat from Red's Donut Shop.
Seniors met this morning for important end-of-year info, picked up their caps & gowns and Senior/Alumni shirts, then celebrated outside with a sweet treat from Red's Donut Shop.
