The Murray Independent School District congratulates MHS Boys Soccer Coach Jared Rosa Coach of the Year! #murrayschools
Shout out to our MHS Boys Soccer for a great season! We congratulate our players and the year-end season honors! #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District Applauds Murray Elementary and Murray Middle School for their 2026 U.S. News & World Report Top Rankings!
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today released the 2026 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings. The report includes about 47,000 public elementary schools and more than 23,000 middle schools that are ranked at the state and district levels, with state rankings specific to charter schools as a stand-alone category.
The 2026 rankings are based on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education. For district-level rankings, at least two of the top performing schools must rank in the top 75% of the overall elementary or middle school rankings to qualify for recognition.
The rankings methodology focuses on state assessments of students who were proficient or above proficient in mathematics and reading/language arts, while accounting for student background and achievement in core subjects. Student-teacher ratios are applied to break ties in the overall score.
U.S. News & World Report Ranked Murray High School seventh in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report. #murrayschools
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today released the 2026 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings. The report includes about 47,000 public elementary schools and more than 23,000 middle schools that are ranked at the state and district levels, with state rankings specific to charter schools as a stand-alone category.
The 2026 rankings are based on publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Education. For district-level rankings, at least two of the top performing schools must rank in the top 75% of the overall elementary or middle school rankings to qualify for recognition.
The rankings methodology focuses on state assessments of students who were proficient or above proficient in mathematics and reading/language arts, while accounting for student background and achievement in core subjects. Student-teacher ratios are applied to break ties in the overall score.
U.S. News & World Report Ranked Murray High School seventh in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report. #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District supports Red Ribbon Week from October 23 to October 31.
The national theme for Red Ribbon Week 2025 is "Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free".
Murray Middle students and administration dressed up at their favorite team in recognition of "Team Up Against Drugs---Solving the Puzzle Takes a Team," is today's theme.
This theme emphasizes that healthy choices help build a strong, bright future, one piece at a time. Observed nationally since 1988, Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug prevention campaign in the United States. It began as a tribute to the sacrifice of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985.
Murray Middle School supports Red Ribbon Week! #murrayschools
The national theme for Red Ribbon Week 2025 is "Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free".
Murray Middle students and administration dressed up at their favorite team in recognition of "Team Up Against Drugs---Solving the Puzzle Takes a Team," is today's theme.
This theme emphasizes that healthy choices help build a strong, bright future, one piece at a time. Observed nationally since 1988, Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug prevention campaign in the United States. It began as a tribute to the sacrifice of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985.
Murray Middle School supports Red Ribbon Week! #murrayschools
Congratulations to Jade Green, Back-to-Back Regional Champion!
Jade finished with an impressive time of 20:31.10 and has punched her ticket to the KHSAA State Meet next Saturday in Lexington. #murrayschools
Jade finished with an impressive time of 20:31.10 and has punched her ticket to the KHSAA State Meet next Saturday in Lexington. #murrayschools
Congratulations to the 2025 Murray Tiger Band — KMEA 3A State Champions-third year in a row!
We salute your effort, passion, and Tiger Pride. #murrayschools
We salute your effort, passion, and Tiger Pride. #murrayschools
The Murray Independent School District supports Red Ribbon Week from October 23 to October 31.
The national theme for Red Ribbon Week 2025 is "Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free". This theme emphasizes that healthy choices help build a strong, bright future, one piece at a time. Observed nationally since 1988, Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug prevention campaign in the United States. It began as a tribute to the sacrifice of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985.
Murray Elementary School supports Red Ribbon Week! #murrayschools
The national theme for Red Ribbon Week 2025 is "Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free". This theme emphasizes that healthy choices help build a strong, bright future, one piece at a time. Observed nationally since 1988, Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug prevention campaign in the United States. It began as a tribute to the sacrifice of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, who was murdered by drug traffickers in 1985.
Murray Elementary School supports Red Ribbon Week! #murrayschools
The Murray High Girls’ Soccer Team ended their season with 8 wins, 6 losses, and 2 ties.
Senior Kendyll English was named All Regional First Team and Regional Most Valuable Player. English is a two-time recipient of the Most Valuable Player Award. (photo one)
(second photo from left): Jayden Westbrook, All Region Honorable Mention, Hannah Elmore, All Region Second Team, Flora Falwell, All Region Second Team, Bria Stiff, All Regional First Team, and Kendyll English, All Regional First Team and two time Most Valuable Player Award.
Senior Kendyll English was named All Regional First Team and Regional Most Valuable Player. English is a two-time recipient of the Most Valuable Player Award. (photo one)
(second photo from left): Jayden Westbrook, All Region Honorable Mention, Hannah Elmore, All Region Second Team, Flora Falwell, All Region Second Team, Bria Stiff, All Regional First Team, and Kendyll English, All Regional First Team and two time Most Valuable Player Award.
The Pink Out at Ty Holland turned Black and Gold as the Tigers claimed the 3A Region 1 Regular Season District Championship! #murrayschools
The Community Education Advisory Council’s MKY Cares Mistletoe Market Place will be hosted Saturday, November 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Murray Calloway County Area Technology Center, 126 Robertson Road North, Murray.
Over 35 vendors will be featured at this new holiday event. Prior to COVID, the Ricky Lamkin MKY Cares Auction was slated to kick off to support non-profits in the community to honor the late Ricky Lamkin who passed in 2019. After a pause when the COVID pandemic forced the cancellation and discussing many options, the MKY Cares Mistletoe Market Place will move forward with the primary mission to aid non-profits and student groups from Murray and Calloway County schools. “We believe in this project because we believe in the people of Murray and Calloway County,” said Dan Hicks, chair of CEAC.
MKY Cares, an organization started in early 2019, is a grassroots effort designed to raise money and then distribute funds to the various non-profit organizations in Calloway County. The idea of the organization began through a collaborative effort of the Community Education Advisory Council and Family Youth Services Center, representing both Murray and Calloway County Schools.
Student Groups from the Murray/Calloway Area Technology Center’s Carpentry, Welding, Culinary, and Machine Tool classes will be onsite as vendors showcasing their talents and items. The Murray Calloway ATC Nursing Program students will provide healthcare assessments and accept items for the senior citizens of the community. Students from the Leadership Tomorrow Class, composed of both Murray High and Calloway County High junior and senior students will participate as a vendor offering children’s face-painting, and reindeer food for the upcoming Christmas season.
Questions can be directed either Sherry Purdom at sherry.purdom@murray.kyschools.us or Lisa Hays at lisa.hays@calloway.kyschools.us.
(A full list of vendors is included in this post. Please note an updated vendor list of participants will be added).
Over 35 vendors will be featured at this new holiday event. Prior to COVID, the Ricky Lamkin MKY Cares Auction was slated to kick off to support non-profits in the community to honor the late Ricky Lamkin who passed in 2019. After a pause when the COVID pandemic forced the cancellation and discussing many options, the MKY Cares Mistletoe Market Place will move forward with the primary mission to aid non-profits and student groups from Murray and Calloway County schools. “We believe in this project because we believe in the people of Murray and Calloway County,” said Dan Hicks, chair of CEAC.
MKY Cares, an organization started in early 2019, is a grassroots effort designed to raise money and then distribute funds to the various non-profit organizations in Calloway County. The idea of the organization began through a collaborative effort of the Community Education Advisory Council and Family Youth Services Center, representing both Murray and Calloway County Schools.
Student Groups from the Murray/Calloway Area Technology Center’s Carpentry, Welding, Culinary, and Machine Tool classes will be onsite as vendors showcasing their talents and items. The Murray Calloway ATC Nursing Program students will provide healthcare assessments and accept items for the senior citizens of the community. Students from the Leadership Tomorrow Class, composed of both Murray High and Calloway County High junior and senior students will participate as a vendor offering children’s face-painting, and reindeer food for the upcoming Christmas season.
Questions can be directed either Sherry Purdom at sherry.purdom@murray.kyschools.us or Lisa Hays at lisa.hays@calloway.kyschools.us.
(A full list of vendors is included in this post. Please note an updated vendor list of participants will be added).
MHS Footbal Head Coach Melvin Cunningham is showing off the new Pink/Striped M the MHS Football players, coaches and parents painted for tonight's game. The pink tiger striped M is in support of October's Breast Cancer Recognition Month and the Pink Out Aura at tonight's Ty Holland Stadium.
Tigers return home tonight from a month-long road schedule to take on Hopkins Central at Ty Holland Stadium at 7 p.m. "With a win tonight the Tigers will be crowned District Champions, and have a chance for a perfect regular season," said Melvin Cunningham.
Our Band Seniors will also be recognized tonight and the Class of 1985 will be in the house celebrating their 40-Year Class Reunion.
Special thanks goes out to our MISD Facilities Crew for readying the field for tonight's game.
Head out tonight to support our Murray Tigers and the special Tiger Band Recognition, and welcome our MHS Alumni Home! Go Tigers! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School greeted fall with their annual Fall Festival. A great night of treats, haunted houses, and Tiger fellowship. Thanks to all you made this event possible--it was obvious by all the faces of our students it was a festive event.
The ninth class of the MHS Athletic Hall of Fame will be inducted Saturday evening, October 25 at Murray High School. A light reception will be held at Murray High School in the Commons Area. Families, friends, community members, and alumni are invited to attend. Congratulations to our 2025 MHS Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees. #murrayschools
Shout out to our MHS Boys' Golf for an amazing season and KHSAA State Golf Representation! #murrayschools
October 23, 2025---Members of the 2025 Leadership Tomorrow (LT) Class attended Art’s Day held on Murray State University’s Campus. Junior and senior students from Calloway and Murray High schools experienced hands on experiences to potential careers in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts.
2025 Leadership Tomorrow Students: CCHS: Idaly Alavarado, Halle Allred, Jackson Ames, Jolijah Arrieta, Kaylee Cooper, Cindy Damian, Emma Grooms, Trent Jones, William Lanier, Kameron Myers, Connor Pile, Allie Speelman, and Ryan Turman. MHS Students: Reilly Basset, Grierre Bourque, Mya Brown, Will Burkeen, Ellie Chetwatee, Logan Dodd, Hannah Elmore, Flora Falwell, Sophie Georgiou, Tyson Gibson, Connor Hall, Emma Haynes, Owen Howell, Naya James, Nate Johnston, Madyson Martin, Tanner Morgan, Vanessa Oster, Krishiv Patel, Aubrey Robinson, Taquari Sanders, Addison Shultz, Olivia Smee, Avery Starks, Claire Wilcher, Carter Wilson, Xiomara Kortova.
Students ate lunch in MSU’s Winslow Cafeteria. While there, Dr. Ron K. Patterson, MSU president, was on campus eating lunch with Leadership Tomorrow graduate students and MHS alumni who are 2025 MSU Presidential Fellows. Ali Khatib, Leadership Tomorrow graduate and MSU SGA President, and Will Imes, Leadership Tomorrow graduate and MSU Presidential fellow, and Matthew Ashlock, MSU Presidential Fellow.
Special thanks to Dr. Patterson, who posed for a photo with the Leadership Tomorrow students. Sincere appreciation to Nicole Hand Bryant, Interim Dean, and Drew Seib, PhD, Interim Assistant Dean, of the MSU College of Humanities and Fine Arts, for chairing the LT Art’s Day.
#murrayschools
This week is National School Bus Safety Week!
Each day, 8,795 school buses in Kentucky transport more than 385,000 students.
Safety starts with our amazing school bus drivers and school bus aides.
We send a huge salute to our 2025 Murray Independent School District Transportation Team.
Thank you for keeping our students safe!
( A reminder from KDE for our drivers---- if any school or church bus used in the transportation of children is stopped for the purpose of receiving or discharging passengers, with the stop arm and signal lights activated, vehicles approaching from any direction must stop and wait until the bus has completed receiving or discharging passengers and has been put into motion.)
#murrayschools
Student Focused-Future Ready
Our Murray High School Principals are absoloutely the best-We appreciate you Mrs. Whitaker, MES, Mrs. Stubblefield, MMS, Mr. Jarvis, MHS, and Mr. Hicks, ATC. Your daily dedication and loyalty to our students is so appreciated! In support of National Principal Recognition Month, we send a shout out to each of you! #murrayschools #studentfocusedfutureready
This past year we had multiple educators at Murray Independent who completed rank change programs from a variety of sources. These programs help to grow the knowledge and expertise of our educators and improve instruction for all students. We are proud of all the MISD educators who worked hard to complete a rank change.
MISD Rank Change: This year is the first year we have offered a Continuation Education Option (CEO) Rank Change program in coordination with Excell Development. This new “district offered” rank change option approved by the board in 2024, offered a unique opportunity for our educators to work with district mentors to improve their instructional practices.
MISD CEO Rank Change Completors
● Shannon Chiles (MES) - Rank I
● Michael Chipman (MHS) - Rank I
● Amberly Munsey (MES) - Rank I
● Laura Phillips (MES) - Rank I
● Adam Pitman (MES) - Rank I
● Libby Scott (MES) - Rank II
● Jordyn Wells (MES) - Rank I
● Magen Wood (MES) - Rank II
MISD Rank Changes Completed in 24-25
● Jennifer Barnhill-McCormick (MMS) - Rank I - Murray State University
● Rebecca Burgess (MHS) - Rank I - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Mackenzie Cadagin (MES) - Rank I - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Sarah Collins (MES) - Rank I - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
● Amy McCann (MES) - Rank I - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Monica Wiggins (MES) - Rank I - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
● Morgan Workman (MES) - Rank I - Education Administration Murray State University
● Morgan Adams (Preschool) - Rank II - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Lisa Halter (Preschool) - Rank II - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Kennedy Williams (MES) - Rank II - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Kalli Winchester (MMS) - Rank II - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
#murrayschools
"Student Focused-Future Ready"
MISD Rank Change: This year is the first year we have offered a Continuation Education Option (CEO) Rank Change program in coordination with Excell Development. This new “district offered” rank change option approved by the board in 2024, offered a unique opportunity for our educators to work with district mentors to improve their instructional practices.
MISD CEO Rank Change Completors
● Shannon Chiles (MES) - Rank I
● Michael Chipman (MHS) - Rank I
● Amberly Munsey (MES) - Rank I
● Laura Phillips (MES) - Rank I
● Adam Pitman (MES) - Rank I
● Libby Scott (MES) - Rank II
● Jordyn Wells (MES) - Rank I
● Magen Wood (MES) - Rank II
MISD Rank Changes Completed in 24-25
● Jennifer Barnhill-McCormick (MMS) - Rank I - Murray State University
● Rebecca Burgess (MHS) - Rank I - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Mackenzie Cadagin (MES) - Rank I - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Sarah Collins (MES) - Rank I - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
● Amy McCann (MES) - Rank I - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Monica Wiggins (MES) - Rank I - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
● Morgan Workman (MES) - Rank I - Education Administration Murray State University
● Morgan Adams (Preschool) - Rank II - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Lisa Halter (Preschool) - Rank II - LETRS Literacy CEO Rank Change Program
● Kennedy Williams (MES) - Rank II - Bloomboard CEO Program
● Kalli Winchester (MMS) - Rank II - Reading & Writing Masters Murray State University
#murrayschools
"Student Focused-Future Ready"
Murray Independent School District is proud to launch the Tiger Pride Teacher & Staff Member of the Month program! 🐯✨
Each month, we’ll celebrate MISD educators and staff who embody Excellence, Passion, Positive Impact, Leadership, Dependability, Respect, and Supportiveness — the very best of our district.
We’re inviting local businesses to partner with us in recognizing these outstanding individuals through monthly sponsorships (gift cards, prizes, or contributions) and the Educator of the Year award in May.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact Melanie Jarvis at 📞 270-753-4363 or 📧 melanie.jarvis@murray.kyschools.us
Join us in celebrating the teachers and staff who make MISD an incredible place to learn and work! 💛🖤
Each month, we’ll celebrate MISD educators and staff who embody Excellence, Passion, Positive Impact, Leadership, Dependability, Respect, and Supportiveness — the very best of our district.
We’re inviting local businesses to partner with us in recognizing these outstanding individuals through monthly sponsorships (gift cards, prizes, or contributions) and the Educator of the Year award in May.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact Melanie Jarvis at 📞 270-753-4363 or 📧 melanie.jarvis@murray.kyschools.us
Join us in celebrating the teachers and staff who make MISD an incredible place to learn and work! 💛🖤
Friday Black and Gold Recap
Our Tiger nation students have been busy this week.
Murray Elementary School students have celebrated Community Helpers this week and concluded with a Community Helper Parade today. Students dressed as their favorite Community Helpers.
Murray Preschool Headstart students visited the Penny Pumpkin Patch this week for fall festivities.
Murray Middle School fourth grade students dressed as idioms to depict the different meaning from the literal meanings of the words. Students have been learning how idioms are a common part of language and can be a complete sentence or part of one, making them a fun and natural way to speak.
#murrayschools
Our Tiger nation students have been busy this week.
Murray Elementary School students have celebrated Community Helpers this week and concluded with a Community Helper Parade today. Students dressed as their favorite Community Helpers.
Murray Preschool Headstart students visited the Penny Pumpkin Patch this week for fall festivities.
Murray Middle School fourth grade students dressed as idioms to depict the different meaning from the literal meanings of the words. Students have been learning how idioms are a common part of language and can be a complete sentence or part of one, making them a fun and natural way to speak.
#murrayschools
