Today was the first day for Murray Preschool Head Start Tigers- Students at Alexander Hall, Ruby Simpson, Willis Center, and the Whitten Center had big smiles on their first day! #murrayschools
13 minutes ago, Sherry Purdom
Murray Middle School 4th Grade students wore their shirts that the MMS PTO purchased for them. What a great way to show off their Tiger Pride inside the historic Ty Holland Stadium on their first days of middle school. Shout out to the MMS PTO for this special Tiger gift! #murrayschools
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the MISD August Board of Education Meeting DeDe Shastri, MMS 8th grade, Shiva Shastri, MMS 4th grade, and Aiden Farr, 2025 MHS graduate, were recognized with MISD SRO Officers for their SRO Student Designed Art chosen for the SRO’s Cruisers. DeDe is credited with designing MMS, Shiva-Murray Elementary, and Aiden Farr, Murray High School. SRO Officers Jeremy Parton (MES), Patrick Morris (MMS), and Mike Ray (MHS) were on hand for recognition. Dr. David Meinschein, MISD Superintendent, and MISD Board members, are pictured with students and families in each photo. #murrayschools
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the MISD August Board of Education Meeting DeDe Shastri, MMS 8th grade, Shiva Shastri, MMS 4th grade, and Aiden Farr, 2025 MHS graduate, were recognized with MISD SRO Officers for their SRO Student Designed Art chosen for the SRO’s Cruisers. DeDe is credited with designing MMS, Shiva-Murray Elementary, and Aiden Farr, Murray High School. SRO Officers Jeremy Parton (MES), Patrick Morris (MMS), and Mike Ray (MHS) were on hand for recognition. Dr. David Meinschein, MISD Superintendent, and MISD Board members, are pictured with students and families in each photo. #murrayschools
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Murray High School Class of 2005-Mark Your Calendars! #murrayschools
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Save The Date MHS Class of 2005! #murrayschools
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
All Murray Independent Preschool Whitten, Alexander Hall, Whitten, and Willis centers hosted their open houses prior to their first day of school Monday, August 18, 2025. Dr. David Meinschein, MISD Superintendent, and David McDowell, MISD DPP, visited each center and greeted the students and administration as they prepare for their first day of school. We welcome our smallest Tigers and send best wishes for their first day of classes!
3 days ago, Sherry Purdom
The ninth class of the Murray High School Athletic of Fame will be introduced at Murray High School Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 5 p.m. Prior to the induction ceremony, a light reception will be held at 4 p.m. in the commons area for all new inductees and their families, former inductees, Murray High alumni and community members.
The Murray High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is honored to announce this year’s inductees: Kathy Outland- Class of 1980; Roman Shapla- Class of 1995; Jeanne Maddox- Class of 1998; Richard Blalock II- Class of 2002; Daniel McGee- Class of 2014; 1997 Girls Basketball Team; Coach Steve Duncan- 2008-2013; Donnie Winchester- Contributor- Class of 1977
The overall Murray High School Athletic Hall of Fame was established in 2016. The Murray Independent Foundation for Excellence provides sponsorship to the MHS Athletic Hall of Fame program recognizing these Murray High School Athletic individuals who have contributed to the Murray High School athletics on and off the field.
There were many incredible coaches, athletes and contributors for Murray High and the Murray Independent School District. This day of recognition will give the past and present members of the Murray High Athletic Family, our community, alumni from near and far, a day to reminisce about the many memories of the time they were involved in Murray High Athletics.
The public are invited to attend.
4 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the next few weeks we will be welcoming our new 2025-2026 Tiger Staff. Join us in welcoming our new Tigers at their respective campus homes. Welcome to each of you and our family!
5 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the next few weeks we will be welcoming our new 2025-2026 Tiger Staff. Join us in welcoming our new Tigers at their respective campus homes. Welcome to each of you and our family!
5 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Murray Elementary and Murray High Schools Named One of 2025 America’s National Healthiest Schools
Murray Elementary and Murray High School are among the 134 Kentucky schools recognized by the National children’s health organization Alliance for a Healthier Generation in its 2025 list of America’s Healthiest Schools, celebrating 1,120 K–12 schools nationwide for their commitment to advancing whole child health. Murray Elementary and Murray High School were awarded in the five categories: Murray Elementary was awarded in five categories, Nutrition and Food Access, Local Wellness Policy, Physical Activity/Physical Education, Social-Emotional Health, and School Health Services. Murray High School was also awarded in five categories as well, Nutrition and Food Access, Local Wellness Policy, Health Education, Staff Well Being and School Health Services
Awarded schools are in 34 states with more than three-quarters (81 percent) of awarded schools receiving Title I funding indicating that they serve a high percentage of students from low-income households.
Dr. David Meinschein, MISD superintendent, applauded Murray Elementary and Murray High School this national recognition. “Murray Independent School District is committed to ensuring all students have access to resources and services needed for a healthy learning environment. We are proud of the Murray Elementary and Murray High School MISD staff.”
#murrayschools
“MISD-Student Focused-Future Ready”
6 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Is your family leaving $120 grocery benefit on the table?
Check if your child is eligible eligibility for Summer EBT at feedingky.org/sebteligiblity.
Then, if eligible, apply for Summer EBT by August 15th online at kysebt.ky.gov, over the phone by calling DCBS toll-free at 855-306-8959, or in-person by visiting a local DCBS office (online office locator) #murrayschools
6 days ago, Sherry Purdom
The annual Fall Sports Kickoff at the MHS Mallary France Complex never disappoints! This mecca Tent City of sports teams selling their Tiger Memorabilia is a treat! Recognizing all our athletes and then a final band performance holds ourTiger nation captive until the finale of the band. Thanks to everyone who made this event successful. (any of your favorite photos from this evening can be sent to
sherry.purdom@murray.kyschools for a few more highlights from the evening of Tiger Spirit) #murrayschools
7 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the next few weeks we will be welcoming our new 2025-2026 Tiger Staff. Join us in welcoming our new Tigers at their respective campus homes. Welcome to each of you and our family! #murrayschools
8 days ago, Sherry Purdom
During the next few weeks we will be welcoming our new 2025-2026 Tiger Staff. Join us in welcoming our new Tigers at their respective campus homes. Welcome to each of you and our family! #murrayschools
9 days ago, Sherry Purdom
The MHS All Sports Kick-Off will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the MHS Mallary France Soccer Complex. We invite our Tiger families, community, alumni, and friends to help cheer on our fall sports teams and athletes. #murrayschools
9 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Special thanks and appreciation to CFSB Bank for providing Pizza Lunch for the MISD Central Office in recognition of back to school! A great way to end back to school on the second day of school, and a Friday! Thanks CFSBank! #murrayschools
10 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Happy Friday from Murray High School---6 p.m. Friday Night Lights Action tonight at Ty Holland Stadium for MHS Scrimmage! See You There! #murrayschools
10 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Murray Tigers say Happy Friday and second day of school! A great start to the 2025-2026 Year! #murrayschools
10 days ago, Sherry Purdom
Our Area Technology Center is back in session for the 2025-2026 year! Welcome students--its great to see your faces on the first day of classes! #murrayschools
11 days ago, Sherry Purdom
