The Murray Middle School 7th and 8th grade delegation had an exceptional showing at the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA), a statewide program that brings students together to serve as youth legislators, debating bills, running for offices, and learning firsthand about Kentucky’s government and civic process.
MMS students represented their school with confidence, leadership, and strong civic engagement, earning Premier Delegation status for their outstanding performance throughout the conference.
Several students received special recognition for their exemplary work. Devanshi Shastri and Laurel Johnson were selected as Outstanding Speakers by school advisors from across the state, highlighting their strength in public speaking and advocacy. Additionally, Adalyn Tucker was honored with the Outstanding Delegate Award, recognizing her leadership, preparation, and overall excellence. Tucker was recommended by her advisors, Heidi Mallory and Krista Fielder.
“We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Murray Middle School at such a high level. Their accomplishments reflect their dedication, talent, and commitment to making a positive impact,” said Heidi Mallory, MMS 6-8 Assistant Principal and KYA advisor.
MMS students represented their school with confidence, leadership, and strong civic engagement, earning Premier Delegation status for their outstanding performance throughout the conference.
Several students received special recognition for their exemplary work. Devanshi Shastri and Laurel Johnson were selected as Outstanding Speakers by school advisors from across the state, highlighting their strength in public speaking and advocacy. Additionally, Adalyn Tucker was honored with the Outstanding Delegate Award, recognizing her leadership, preparation, and overall excellence. Tucker was recommended by her advisors, Heidi Mallory and Krista Fielder.
“We are incredibly proud of our students for representing Murray Middle School at such a high level. Their accomplishments reflect their dedication, talent, and commitment to making a positive impact,” said Heidi Mallory, MMS 6-8 Assistant Principal and KYA advisor.
Tiger Roars to Murray Middle School Speech Team who took third place and won thirteen awards at the Racer Classic held on the campus of Murray State University. Calloway won first and Henry County (TN) claimed second. The Murray Middle School Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and Jennifer McCafferty.
Tiger Roars to Murray High Speech Team took first place and thirty-four awards at the Racer Classic on the campus of Murray State University. Murray High won top honors out of eleven schools participating. Graves County, second, and Henry County (TN) placed third. The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson with Jennifer McCafferty and Drew Thompson. #murrayschools
Tiger Roars to Murray High Speech Team took first place and thirty-four awards at the Racer Classic on the campus of Murray State University. Murray High won top honors out of eleven schools participating. Graves County, second, and Henry County (TN) placed third. The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson with Jennifer McCafferty and Drew Thompson. #murrayschools
Photo one: (left to right) Murray Chief of Police Sam Bierds, Tegan Clark, Mills Buchanan (back) Amiya Nolan and Asher Thomas (front).
Murray Middle School fifth graders attended a DARE Program Graduation Ceremony inside MMS Auditorium as a conclusion to the ten-week course. The Murray Police Department provided a pizza party, shirts, and certificates to the students.
SRO Patrick Morris conducted a ten-week Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) class with all fifth-grade student classes. Communication skills and confidence building are the main components of the sessions. Life Skills, Peer Pressure, and Stressful Situations are also recognized.
Morris said the DARE program is beneficial in molding the next generation ‘s responsible decision making.
The Murray Independent School District is appreciative to The Murray Police Department for their partnership and assisting our students! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School fifth graders attended a DARE Program Graduation Ceremony inside MMS Auditorium as a conclusion to the ten-week course. The Murray Police Department provided a pizza party, shirts, and certificates to the students.
SRO Patrick Morris conducted a ten-week Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) class with all fifth-grade student classes. Communication skills and confidence building are the main components of the sessions. Life Skills, Peer Pressure, and Stressful Situations are also recognized.
Morris said the DARE program is beneficial in molding the next generation ‘s responsible decision making.
The Murray Independent School District is appreciative to The Murray Police Department for their partnership and assisting our students! #murrayschools
Congratulations to our MHS Tigers advancing to Round 2 at Ty Holland Stadium in the KHSAA playoffs. #murrayschools
It's Tiger Football Time in Tiger Town Friday night! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School Student Council invites you to join their Needline Community-Wide Drive! #murrayschools
Our Murray Preschool Headstart locations enjoyed Halloween Festivites with numerous fun events. #murrayschools
During the week of November 3-7, the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) and schools across the United States celebrate the 2025 National School Psychology Week (NSPW).
This week celebrates the contributions of school psychologists and the important role they play in schools and communities.
This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families, and school communities set and achieve their goals. We commend the work of our school psychologists, Lindsey Hansen and Morgan McCall, who make a difference every day! #murrayschools
This week celebrates the contributions of school psychologists and the important role they play in schools and communities.
This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families, and school communities set and achieve their goals. We commend the work of our school psychologists, Lindsey Hansen and Morgan McCall, who make a difference every day! #murrayschools
Shout Out to our Murray High and Murray Middle Speech Team Members!
The Murray High School Speech Team placed second at the Krider Invitational at Henry County High School in Paris, Tennessee on Saturday. Rossview took first and Graves came in third. (photo one: front row left to right) - Elin Davis, Althea Hultman, and Avery Dublin. Back row - Devanshi Shastri, Shiva Shastri, Claudia DeBonis, CeCe Futrell, and Aurora Fritz.
The Murray Middle School Speech Team placed third at the Krider Invitational at Henry County High School in Paris, Tenn. Calloway took first and Henry County second. (photo front row left to right) - Elin Davis, Althea Hultman, and Avery Dublin. Back row - Devanshi Shastri, Shiva Shastri, Claudia DeBonis, CeCe Futrell, and Aurora Fritz.
Both teams will compete at the Racer Classic on the campus of Murray State University.
The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson with assistant coaches Jennifer McCafferty and Drew Thompson. The Murray Middle School Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and Jennifer McCafferty. #murrayschools
Huge Tiger Roars for our MHS Tigers finishing with a 10-0 Undefeated Season! Now on to KHSAA Playoffs this Friday night at Ty Holland Stadium against Adair County-7 p.m. kickoff! #murrayschools
Pictured: Drum Majors: Selvam Antony and Ethan Peng Color Guard Captain: Ellie Chetawatee
Congratulations to the MHS Tiger Band!
The 2025 Murray Tiger Band for placed 1st in Class AAA and 3rd Overall, with a Superior Rating of 91.925 at the 2025 University of Memphis Bandmaster Championships.
The band also won all captions in Class AAA for Outstanding Color Guard, Outstanding Percussion, Outstanding Music Performance, Outstanding Visual Performance, and Outstanding General Effect.
Congratulations to the MHS Tiger Band!
The 2025 Murray Tiger Band for placed 1st in Class AAA and 3rd Overall, with a Superior Rating of 91.925 at the 2025 University of Memphis Bandmaster Championships.
The band also won all captions in Class AAA for Outstanding Color Guard, Outstanding Percussion, Outstanding Music Performance, Outstanding Visual Performance, and Outstanding General Effect.
The annual Books Alive Parade at Murray Elementary School allows students to dress as their favorite book character and conclude their day with a parade around Murray Elementary School. The students are so creative! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School, Murray High School, and our MISD Transportation departments were also in full spirit today throughout out the desitrict. #murrayschools
Murray Elementary School administration and students always show such creativity on the annual Books Alive Day! #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District was festive today as staff and students dressed as their favoite book and movie heroes. The Murray Calloway County Area Technology Center HOSA hosted Haunted House Activities and students were dressed in support! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School fourth grade students in Ms. Cooper and Mrs. Bickleman classes hosted a Poetry Slam event. Volunteers assisted in the classrooms serving students milk and cookies. The students shared their writing with classmates. Special thanks to our volunteers who made this event possible! #murrayschools
Sarah Hultman's MHS Class with Sherry Purdom, MISD Volunteer Director. Mrs. Purdom provided volunteer training to students who will be volunteering with Murray Elementary School students. #murrayschools
The ninth class of the Murray High School Athletic of Fame was introduced at Murray High School Saturday.
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 under the sponsorship of Murray High School. 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.
Photo one: 1997 MHS Basketball Team and Coaches: (pictured from left) Rechelle Turner, coach, Shanda Reid, Coach, Sara Williams, La Costa Booth, Courney Griffiths, Jeanne Maddox, Becky English, Sharon Duffy, and Amy McDowell, coach. Not pictured: Stan Waller, (coach deceased), Lindsay Lawson, Brooke Brittain, Shannon Beddome, Misty Starks, Missy Moneymaker, Ashley Dunn, Kelly Miles, Courtney Christopher, Liz Stockard, Whitney Ray, Dean Banks, and Robyn Myhill.
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 under the sponsorship of Murray High School. 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.
Photo one: 1997 MHS Basketball Team and Coaches: (pictured from left) Rechelle Turner, coach, Shanda Reid, Coach, Sara Williams, La Costa Booth, Courney Griffiths, Jeanne Maddox, Becky English, Sharon Duffy, and Amy McDowell, coach. Not pictured: Stan Waller, (coach deceased), Lindsay Lawson, Brooke Brittain, Shannon Beddome, Misty Starks, Missy Moneymaker, Ashley Dunn, Kelly Miles, Courtney Christopher, Liz Stockard, Whitney Ray, Dean Banks, and Robyn Myhill.
💛 Our Students Need You! 💛
The MISD Family Resource Centers are here to support our students and families, but right now, we need your help more than ever. Your contributions of Christmas assistance, snack bags, clothing, school supplies, hygiene items, or connections to community resources can make a world of difference for a child in need.
Every donation, big or small, helps a student feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to learn. Together, we can lift up our Tiger community and show our students they are supported every step of the way.
📍 Drop-off locations & contacts:
• The Den (MHS): Andrea Morris – 270-753-5202
• MES & MMS: Melissa Durham – 270-753-5125
Thank you for helping us make a difference—because every Tiger deserves to thrive! 🐯
#MISDStrong #TigerCare #FamilyResourceCenter #CommunityCares
The MISD Family Resource Centers are here to support our students and families, but right now, we need your help more than ever. Your contributions of Christmas assistance, snack bags, clothing, school supplies, hygiene items, or connections to community resources can make a world of difference for a child in need.
Every donation, big or small, helps a student feel cared for, comfortable, and ready to learn. Together, we can lift up our Tiger community and show our students they are supported every step of the way.
📍 Drop-off locations & contacts:
• The Den (MHS): Andrea Morris – 270-753-5202
• MES & MMS: Melissa Durham – 270-753-5125
Thank you for helping us make a difference—because every Tiger deserves to thrive! 🐯
#MISDStrong #TigerCare #FamilyResourceCenter #CommunityCares
In the Spirit of Red Ribbon Week-Murray High School teachers and administration join in on themed days with surprising underground themes for the students. Today was Holiday Wear in support of Life Is A Puzzle Solve It Drug Free. #murrayschools
