McCracken County High School

On Thursday, we had the pleasure of welcoming future Mustangs from Reidland Middle School to MCHS! At the Incoming Freshman Meeting, students and families got a closer look at Freshman Academy, class scheduling, extracurricular opportunities, and the Community Scholarship Program. MCHS JAG, FFA, and FCCLA students were on hand to answer questions and lead school tours! #McCrackenProud Tomorrow, we are excited to welcome incoming freshmen from Heath and Lone Oak Middle at 6:00 PM.

Mustang Weekly Spotlight 3/17 - 3/22

It’s FFA Week, Mustangs! Even if you aren’t in FFA, everyone is invited to join in on the fun and celebrate National FFA Week! This week is all about recognizing the hard work, leadership, and impact of agriculture in our community. #McCrackenProud Dress up each day to show your support and Mustang spirit!

Freshman Academy College & Military Fair Our Freshman Academy students had an opportunity to explore their future at the College & Military Fair on Thursday! Students came prepared with questions and took advantage of the chance to connect with college and military representatives. A huge thank you to all who participated and helped make this event a success! #McCrackenProud

Congratulations to MCHS JAG Senior, Aubrey Campbell! She competed in the Essay portion of the the Regional CDC (Career Development Conference) Competition and will be advancing to STATE! Aubrey will represent MCHS at the State CDC Competition on March 25-26 in Lexington at Rupp Arena! #McCrackenProud

Congratulations to the 2025 Joey Fosko Scholarship recipients – Sophie Hollowell and Mason Edwards! This prestigious scholarship is awarded annually to one female and one male senior athlete from each high school in Region 1 who will be continuing their education at a post-secondary institution. Sophie and Mason exemplify dedication, hard work, and excellence both on and off the field. #McCrackenProud

🎪✨ Mustangs Making an Impact! ✨🎪 McCracken County High School senior Emma Howard is bringing learning to life! As a Child Services II student, Emma has been gaining hands-on experience at First Christian Preschool, where she recently designed and taught four circus-themed lessons to a class of 3-year-olds! This is just one of the many real-world opportunities available to our Mustangs through Career & Technical Education (CTE). We are #McCrackenProud of Emma for her creativity, leadership, and dedication to early childhood education!

Brave New Faces: Honoring Student Leaders Last night, the Brave New Faces event at WKCTC recognized outstanding students who are leading the way in promoting cultural awareness in their schools and communities. Congratulations to this year’s honorees for their leadership and innovation: 🏆 Kaelob Johnson – Nominated by Brittany Sterchi-Ford 🏆 Jaelynn Carter – Nominated by Brittany Sterchi-Ford 🏆 Alaya Hunter – Nominated by Keila Morris These students are making a difference, and we are so proud to see their voices and actions shaping a more inclusive future! #McCrackenProud

Tickets for the McCracken County Theatre Spring Musical production of BIG FISH are ON SALE NOW! 🌟 📅 Show Dates: 🎟 March 27th, 28th, & 29th at 7:00 PM mchstheatre.ludus.com  Secure your seats today!

THANK YOU to the Kiwanis Club of Paducah for their generous $500 donation to the MCHS PBIS Team! 🌟 Your support helps us continue to recognize and reward positive behavior among our students, creating a school culture where kindness, respect, and responsibility shine. We appreciate your commitment to our Mustangs and our community! 📸 Pictured: PBIS Team member and teacher Brittany Sterchi-Ford. #McCrackenProud

On Saturday, McCracken SGA held their 2nd Annual DanceBlue Mini Marathon! They raised an incredible $18,344.13+ for a great cause: DanceBlue Hematology/Oncology Clinic. #McCrackenProud Message from SGA: A massive thank you goes out to every person, family, and business who donated their time, resources, or money! Shoutout to all the UK students who traveled all the way to Paducah for the second year in a row, and a special thank you to @the_graduates_official for rocking a live performance and helping out with our games, and to Mrs. Wooten for organizing the event!

MCHS Students: DanceBlue is STILL ON! 💙🎉 McCracken County High School SGA's 2nd annual DanceBlue is happening TOMORROW, February 22nd, from 5-10 PM! H1 & H2 Doors open at 4:30 PM – be ready for a night full of fun, food, and games! #ForTheKids 🎟 Didn’t register? No worries! Entry is $20 at the door. 👕 Pre-registered participants will receive their T-shirts at the door. SGA can’t wait to see everyone there supporting this amazing cause: DanceBlue Hematology/Oncology Clinic! #MustangsForTheKids #DanceBlueMinis Donations: https://ukdanceblue.com/campaigns/mccracken-county-high-school?fbclid=IwY2xjawIl6HtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRrXBsXQj2eECqv5eLaAwtLLWDN-yx2lIByXA0bw-w5xDdB1IuZuILnoAg_aem__zSksSP50_thAxUNMVuYqg https://danceblue.org/

Congratulations to MCHS Senior, Caleb Melton! Caleb’s passion for carpentry and firefighting has earned him recognition as the Associated General Contractors of Western Kentucky’s Technical Centers Student of the Week! From learning carpentry alongside his dad to volunteering with the Reidland-Farley Fire Department and interning with Paducah Fire Department, Caleb is building a future filled with service and skill. With multiple certifications under his belt, he’s ready to take on both firefighting and part-time contracting after graduation. Way to go, Caleb! #McCrackenProud Check out his Paducah Sun Article Here: https://www.paducahsun.com/news/local/mccrackens-melton-fueled-by-passion-for-carpentry-firefighting/article_1cb7d40b-0b2e-5de8-b9f7-94df59d7adae.html

📣🎉 HISTORY MADE! 🎉📣 CONGRATULATIONS to Freshman Eelynn Hayden on becoming the Lady Mustangs’ FIRST Girls Regional Champion! 🏆 Also making the podium at Girls Regionals were: 🏅 Lillian Harned – 5th Place 🏅 Jillian Conn – 6th Place 🏅 Emmery Evans – 6th Place 🏅 Lakelynn Janssen – 6th Place 🏅 Hermayoni Gembe – 6th Place Way to go, Lady Mustangs! #McCrackenProud

The MCHS Chess Team came in 1st place at the Quad A Regional Chess Tournament held at Paducah Tilghman High School on Saturday February 15. Daniel Crouse came in 1st place, winning all 4 games. CJ Sullivan placed 3rd and Ella Chuppe placed 7th. The Chess Team has qualified for the State Chess Team Tournament held in Lexington on March 22. #McCrackenProud

Congratulations to our talented Mustangs who have been accepted into the Pennyrile Regional Art Show! #McCrackenProud The KyAEA Pennyrile/Purchase Regional High School Art Exhibition showcases the best student work from high schools in our region, and we are beyond proud of our artists for putting their creativity on display.

Happy School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! Today, we want to give a shoutout to our School Resource Officers for all they do to keep McCracken County High School safe! Thank you for being a constant presence, a helping hand, and a source of safety and support for our school community. We appreciate you today and every day! #McCrackenProud

🏀🎉 This week, we had the honor of recognizing our Basketball and All-Girl Cheer Seniors! Tonight, they take the court and sidelines for their final home game at Strawberry Hills Pharmacy Arena. Join us as we celebrate their dedication, hard work, and unwavering Mustang pride! 🏀 Girls – 6:00 PM 🏀 Boys – ~7:45 PM Be there, be loud, and let’s send our seniors off in style! 🖤❤️ #McCrackenProud

FRYSC Appreciation Week This week, we recognize the incredible impact of our Family Resource and Youth Services Center (FRYSC)! From removing barriers to learning to providing essential resources like clothing, food, and school programs, FRYSC supports every student at McCracken County High School. Mrs. Podunajec  and Mrs. Watson's dedication helps ensure students are ready to learn, achieve success, and thrive beyond graduation. Thank you! #McCrackenProud

McCracken culinary students are making a difference! One of the most rewarding labs of the year for Mrs. Woodruff is preparing snacks for Paducah Area Night to Shine! Her students generously donate supplies, then spend two days baking and packaging over 450 cookies and 200 cupcakes to help participants and their buddies refuel after a night of fun and dancing. This hands-on experience is more than just baking—it’s about giving back and spreading joy in our community! #McCrackenProud