McCracken County High School

McCracken JAG Students Explore WKCTC! 🎓 Last week, our McCracken JAG (Jobs for American Graduates) students toured the WKCTC campus! They explored a variety of certificate and degree programs, gaining insight into future college and career opportunities. It was a fun and informative day of exploration and growth. #McCrackenProud

Congrats to the MCHS Chess Team! The Chess Team came in 1st Place at the Blue Knights Scholastic Tournament in Crittenden County on Saturday, November 23. Ella Chuppe came in 1st place individually. The Chess Team will host a tournament at MCHS on Saturday, December 7.

Congratulations to our talented MCHS singers! 20 students have been selected for KMEA All-State Choirs! We are #McCrackenProud of these Mustangs who will represent us in Louisville this February, singing alongside the best voices from across Kentucky. Way to go, MCHS Choir!

🎉 Huge congratulations to Audrey Barrett, Senior, for scoring a PERFECT 36 on the English section of the ACT! 🏅📚 Her dedication and hard work are truly inspiring. Way to go, Audrey—this is just the beginning of all the amazing things you're going to achieve! ✨🙌

👏 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