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We are so proud of the Five Star Performance Level Recognition to all the MISD Preschool Head Start Centers!
The Kentucky Department of Education congratulates the following Murray Independent Preschool Head Start sites for earning a Kentucky All STARS Performance Level 5 rating:
• Alexander Hall
• Ruby Simpson
• Whitten Center
• Willis Center
Performance Level 5 is the highest rating awarded by the Kentucky Department of Education, recognizing preschool programs that provide high-quality teaching and learning environments for students in Murray Independent Schools.
Each site’s preschool All STARS rating will remain in effect for three years, from August 1, 2026, through August 1, 2029.
(pictured): Dr. David Meinschein, Ed.D., MISD Superintendent, David McDowell, MISD Preschool Coordinator, Jessica McCallum, MISD Preschool supervisor, with Murray Preschool Head Start Staff members, and MISD Board of Education members, were recognized for this honor during the August MISD Board Meeting. #murrayschools
The Kentucky Department of Education congratulates the following Murray Independent Preschool Head Start sites for earning a Kentucky All STARS Performance Level 5 rating:
• Alexander Hall
• Ruby Simpson
• Whitten Center
• Willis Center
Performance Level 5 is the highest rating awarded by the Kentucky Department of Education, recognizing preschool programs that provide high-quality teaching and learning environments for students in Murray Independent Schools.
Each site’s preschool All STARS rating will remain in effect for three years, from August 1, 2026, through August 1, 2029.
(pictured): Dr. David Meinschein, Ed.D., MISD Superintendent, David McDowell, MISD Preschool Coordinator, Jessica McCallum, MISD Preschool supervisor, with Murray Preschool Head Start Staff members, and MISD Board of Education members, were recognized for this honor during the August MISD Board Meeting. #murrayschools
2026 MSU Young Author’s Camp Recipients Camdon Wheeler (fifth grade), Liam Wilson-(sixth grade),
Kane Houston- (fourth grade), and Aurora Fritz (sixth grade), are pictured with Dr. David Meinschein, Ed.D., MISD Superintendent, Murray Board of Education members, Dr. Richard Crouch, Chair, Shawn Smee, Vice-Chair, Robyn Pizzo, Gina Winchester, Adam Seiber, Denise Whitaker, MES Principal, Shelley Stubblefield, MMS Principal at the August Murray Board of Education meeting .
Angel Renick, MISD Foundation For Excellence President, announced a $102, 428.99 gift from the estate of Clara Waldrop Griffin Humphrey during the August Murray Board of Education meeting. The gift was designated for the benefit of the Clara Waldrop Griffin Humphrey Scholarship created in December of 2007 which provides yearly funding for recipients to attend the annual Young Author’s Camp.
Established by alumni, friends, and family in 2007 with the Murray Independent Foundation For Excellence honoring Clara Waldrop Griffin Humphrey’s desire to continue and inspire the love of reading and writing to future MISD students. While at the camp, young authors practice a variety of writing styles (poetry, fictional stories, true stories, essays, skits, etc.) under the direction of experienced teachers from the region, who serve as writing coaches, consultants, and as traditional classroom instructors.
An educational pioneer who was instrumental in securing Murray’s first Bookmobile, Humphrey’s longtime educational presence was recognized with her namesake (Clara Waldrop Griffin Humphrey Library) being placed on the MMS library as a tribute to commemorate Humphrey’s 25-year dedication to the MISD students. A 1939 Murray High School graduate selected as “Best All Around Girl,” a member of the National Honor Society and editor of the school newspaper, Humphrey is the 1975 Kentucky Teacher of the Year. A former MHS English teacher Humphrey received her journalism degree from the University of Missouri in 1943 and later received her master’s from Murray State University in 1964. Humphrey passed away in 2024 at 101.
For more information on the Clara Waldrop Griffin Humphrey scholarship, or to contribute, contact Angel Renick c/o MISD Foundation at P.O. Box 1417, Murray, Ky., 42071.
Special thanks to CFSB for hosting our students at the Murray Calloway County Business at Lunch first event of the year.
Seniors, Miranda Mathis and Brandon Morales Cano were today's CFSB guests at the luncheon. MHS students joined CFSB personnel and Dr. David Meinschein, Ed.D., MISD Superintendent at the luncheon featuring Dr. Ron Patterson, Murray State University President.
We salute ourMHS seniors and their achievements:
Miranda Mathis-Senior
Model UN at MSU, (Best Diplomat Honoree), Books and Banter, MHS Academic Team, Beta Club,
MHS Tiger Band-Flute Section Leader, Band Librarian, and Concert band.
Mathis plans to attend college at potentially MSU to pursue degree in Creative Writing
Brandon Morales Cano-Senior
MHS Marching and Concert Band, Member of St. Leo’s Catholic Church and scripture reader, Speech Team, Community Soccer Team, and assists with the MHS Multicultural Club.
Plans to attend Murray State University to become a college professor for either math, chemistry and literature. #murrayschools
And....just like that...Summer ended for our preschoolers and today Murray Preschool Head Start students returned to classes at the Whitten Center, Ruby Simpson Center, Alexandra Hall, and the Willis Center. Busdrivers, Students and Teachers greeted the first day with big smiles! Welcome Preschoolers! #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District welcomes our new Murray Middle School Tiger staff members! Sending Tiger Roars for a great 2026-2027 Year! #murrayschools
Our Murray Preschool Head Start students begin classes Monday, August 17 at each center,: Alexander Hall, Willis Center, Whitten Center, and Ruby Simpson.
Each location hosted a back to school night last evening for our students and their families. A tour of classrooms and playgrounds were offered, as well as bus drivers being on hand to meet families.
We welcome each of our preschoolers and their families to our campuses and can't wait until you begin classes Monday! See you then! #murrayschools
Each location hosted a back to school night last evening for our students and their families. A tour of classrooms and playgrounds were offered, as well as bus drivers being on hand to meet families.
We welcome each of our preschoolers and their families to our campuses and can't wait until you begin classes Monday! See you then! #murrayschools
Join us as we continue welcoming our new Murray Tigers! #murrayschools
Join us as we continue welcoming our new Tiger star heroes! #murrayschools
Volunteers we hear you----over 224 volunteers have attended volunteer trainings and have an approved background check on file for the 2026-2027 school year. Welcome to our program, we are excited to have you!
Please make note of the upcoming in-person trainings available the week of August 17, and August 24. These trainings will be held at the MISD Board of Education Central Office, 208 S. 13th Street.
There is no registration required---we look forward to seeing you.
Remember, the online will not be available until all the in-person trainings have been conducted. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask and email sherry.purdom@murray.kyschools.us.
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Please make note of the upcoming in-person trainings available the week of August 17, and August 24. These trainings will be held at the MISD Board of Education Central Office, 208 S. 13th Street.
There is no registration required---we look forward to seeing you.
Remember, the online will not be available until all the in-person trainings have been conducted. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask and email sherry.purdom@murray.kyschools.us.
#murrayschools
We send a huge shout out to our Murray Preschool Head Start Heroes. They can't wait to welcome their preschoolers into their classrooms on the first day of classes, Monday, August 17.
For a preview of next Monday, the Murray Preschool Head Start Heroes will host Open Houses at their respective locations, Whitten Center, Ruby Simpson Center, Alexander Hall, and the Willis Center, Tuesday, August 11 from 4:30 -6 p.m.
They invite you to stop by! #murrayschools
For a preview of next Monday, the Murray Preschool Head Start Heroes will host Open Houses at their respective locations, Whitten Center, Ruby Simpson Center, Alexander Hall, and the Willis Center, Tuesday, August 11 from 4:30 -6 p.m.
They invite you to stop by! #murrayschools
Thanks to everyone--including volunteers and community, who supported our annual All Sports Kickoff! The Black and Gold spirit was seen throughout the tents representing middle and high school athletes.
Special shout out to the Murray High School Band and their remarkable performance of the National Anthem and Star Spangle Banner as an opening to the event.
Each year All Sports Kickoff grows from the previous year and the spirit is contagious!
We send our best to each respective team and their members. #murrayschools
Special shout out to the Murray High School Band and their remarkable performance of the National Anthem and Star Spangle Banner as an opening to the event.
Each year All Sports Kickoff grows from the previous year and the spirit is contagious!
We send our best to each respective team and their members. #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District welcomes our new Tiger administration and staff members. We are excited to have them join our team for the 2026-2027 year.
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members----Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members----Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District welcomes our new Tiger administration and staff members. We are excited to have them join our team for the 2026-2027 year.
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members.
Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members.
Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
Join us Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 3-5 p.m. at Murray High School for the Murray Independent School District All Sports Kickoff!
We invite our Tiger nation and community to come out and support our fall athletes and their season! See you there!
#murrayschools
We invite our Tiger nation and community to come out and support our fall athletes and their season! See you there!
#murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District welcomes our new Tiger administration and staff members. We are excited to have them join our team for the 2026-2027 year.
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members.
Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
During the next few weeks we will be featuring our new team members.
Join us in welcoming them to the Black and Gold nation!
#murrayschools
The MISD Central Office sends a huge THANKS and APPRECIATION SHOUT OUT to CFSB for providing lunch to our staff this week. CFSB's kind gesture placed a bright spot in the opening days of the Murray Independent School District!!! #murrayschools
Murray High School students attended first day classes at the Murray/Calloway Area Technology Center (ATC). Students were greeted by their teachers as they began the 2026-2027 school year! #murrayschools
Murray High School Tigers had a great first day back ! Our high schoolers are roaring inside their classrooms as they prepare for the 2026-2027 year! #Murrayschools
A great first day at Murray Middle School! Welcome Back Tigers! #murrayschools
