Anna Chipman, 2023 Murray High School alumnus, spoke to the Murray High School Principles of Biomedical Science (PTLW) class to share her experience in the nursing program at WKCTC. Chipman highlighted WKCTC’s program, shared her nursing school experiences, spoke about her clinicals/ internships, and answered questions from the students.
Chipman will graduate as a Registered Nurse (RN) from WKCTC in May. She has already accepted a job before and talked to students about job opportunities that are available in the nursing career path.
“With many students interested in the medical field and nursing, this was a great opportunity to hear from someone so close to age who is experiencing it in present time and close to home.,” said Marlee Morehead, MHS Science teacher.
Chipman is the daughter of Emily and Michael Chipman, Murray. #murrayschools
Chipman will graduate as a Registered Nurse (RN) from WKCTC in May. She has already accepted a job before and talked to students about job opportunities that are available in the nursing career path.
“With many students interested in the medical field and nursing, this was a great opportunity to hear from someone so close to age who is experiencing it in present time and close to home.,” said Marlee Morehead, MHS Science teacher.
Chipman is the daughter of Emily and Michael Chipman, Murray. #murrayschools
Join the Murray Independent team for the 2026-2027 school year! We have our first openings for next school year and are looking for outstanding team members to join us in our district. To learn more and apply for positions visit: https://murray.schoolspring.com
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Guest Readers at Murray Elementary School for Read Across America bring stories to our children instilling the love of reading. Thanks to everyone participating! #murrayschools
Shout out to our Murray High School Food Service Department for adding a sample treat during National School Breakfast Week. Dr. David Meinschein, EdD., MISD Superintendent, joined the students and staff at MHS for a Moo Brew sampling by Dairy Alliance.
The cold coffee treat was available for early morning before students headed to class. Special thanks to our Food Service Department! #murrayschools
The cold coffee treat was available for early morning before students headed to class. Special thanks to our Food Service Department! #murrayschools
Murray Middle School seventh and eighth grade competed in the Murray State University History Day competition.
While there, MMS seventh grade earned third place in the world history knowledge test. MMS eighth grade students placed third in U.S. History test. Students also learned about ancient artifacts.
Individual awards were Gideon Ross (8th Grade) third place in U.S. History, and Caden Clark (8th Grade) second place in U.S. History.
The following seventh grade students participated: Gracie Leidecker, Barrett Herbst,
Clara Grace Compton, Chase Bilodeau, Caleb Zeiss, Alexis Broker, Ethan Hodge,
Alden Pitman, Declan Hale, Oliver Morales Volp, Noah Franklin, and Jack Castleberry.
The following eighth grade students participated: Sam Muehleman, Laurel Johnson, Josh Miller, Adalyn Tucker, Ella Rogers, Kenzie Bourke, Dee Dee Shastri, Alana Patel,
Lillian Ryan, Gideon Ross, Eymen Kuzey, Alex Ford, Henry Mallory, Aaliyah Tidwell, and
Caden Clark.
Way to represent Tigers!
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While there, MMS seventh grade earned third place in the world history knowledge test. MMS eighth grade students placed third in U.S. History test. Students also learned about ancient artifacts.
Individual awards were Gideon Ross (8th Grade) third place in U.S. History, and Caden Clark (8th Grade) second place in U.S. History.
The following seventh grade students participated: Gracie Leidecker, Barrett Herbst,
Clara Grace Compton, Chase Bilodeau, Caleb Zeiss, Alexis Broker, Ethan Hodge,
Alden Pitman, Declan Hale, Oliver Morales Volp, Noah Franklin, and Jack Castleberry.
The following eighth grade students participated: Sam Muehleman, Laurel Johnson, Josh Miller, Adalyn Tucker, Ella Rogers, Kenzie Bourke, Dee Dee Shastri, Alana Patel,
Lillian Ryan, Gideon Ross, Eymen Kuzey, Alex Ford, Henry Mallory, Aaliyah Tidwell, and
Caden Clark.
Way to represent Tigers!
#murrayschools
Shout out to Murray Middle School Food Service for providing healthy breakfast choices to our students. #murrayschools
Congratulations to MHS FBLA 2025-2026 Regional Winners! #murrayschools
From Calloway LEPC and DES Organizations: The storm sirens in Murray and Hazel and on the MSU campus will be tested Wednesday morning, March 4, at about 9:07am. This test is being done in conjunction with the statewide Tornado drill. #murrayschools
The Murray Ledger & Times has announced the 2026 Misses Spring, pictured above at Cherry Tree Florist & Gifts, with bouquets and sashes furnished by the business.
Madison Morris, left, is a senior at Calloway County High School, and Carrigan Tucker is a senior at Murray High School.
The Murray Independent School District congratulates both Ms. Tucker and Ms. Morris!
Watch the Murray Ledger & Times for the Miss Spring special section, coming soon.
(photo by the Murray Ledger and Times) #murrayschools
Madison Morris, left, is a senior at Calloway County High School, and Carrigan Tucker is a senior at Murray High School.
The Murray Independent School District congratulates both Ms. Tucker and Ms. Morris!
Watch the Murray Ledger & Times for the Miss Spring special section, coming soon.
(photo by the Murray Ledger and Times) #murrayschools
Murray Middle School fourth grade students and teachers extend a special thanks to the MISD Foundation For excellence for their generously awarding a grant to support MMS fourth grade math classrooms. The grant enabled the purchase of Versatiles, an engaging, hands-on learning resource that strengthens students’ understanding of key mathematical concepts.
Versatiles provides students opportunities to practice skills such as place value, problem-solving, and computation in an interactive and self-checking format. This allows students to work independently while receiving immediate feedback, building both confidence and accuracy. These materials are especially valuable in small group instruction and math stations, where students can reinforce skills in a meaningful and engaging way.
Through the MISD Foundation For Excellence, students have access to high-quality resources that promote deeper understanding and foster a positive attitude toward mathematics. “The impact of this grant will be felt daily as students actively engage in learning and develop the skills necessary for academic success,” said Allison Haynes, MMS fourth grade Math teacher.
“Thank you for your continued commitment to enriching educational opportunities for our students,” said Kayla Boward, MMS fourth grade Math teacher. #murrayschools
Versatiles provides students opportunities to practice skills such as place value, problem-solving, and computation in an interactive and self-checking format. This allows students to work independently while receiving immediate feedback, building both confidence and accuracy. These materials are especially valuable in small group instruction and math stations, where students can reinforce skills in a meaningful and engaging way.
Through the MISD Foundation For Excellence, students have access to high-quality resources that promote deeper understanding and foster a positive attitude toward mathematics. “The impact of this grant will be felt daily as students actively engage in learning and develop the skills necessary for academic success,” said Allison Haynes, MMS fourth grade Math teacher.
“Thank you for your continued commitment to enriching educational opportunities for our students,” said Kayla Boward, MMS fourth grade Math teacher. #murrayschools
Today, Dr. David Meinschein, EdD., MISD Superintendent, joined guest readers at Murray Elementary School for Read Across America. While there, Dr. Meinschein discussed the new Murray Elementary School with students and answered their questions.
Centered around Dr. Seuss’s birthday, the event launched in 1998 by the National Education Associatio (NEA), as the nation’s largest celebration initiative of reading, fostering a love for books and literacy in children and young adults nationwide.
During the week community guest readers, MISD middle and high school students, as well as district administration, will visit the MES and read to students. #murrayschools
Centered around Dr. Seuss’s birthday, the event launched in 1998 by the National Education Associatio (NEA), as the nation’s largest celebration initiative of reading, fostering a love for books and literacy in children and young adults nationwide.
During the week community guest readers, MISD middle and high school students, as well as district administration, will visit the MES and read to students. #murrayschools
Murray High School freshman, Olivia McLaughlin, was named the winner of the 2026 Speech Contest held by the Rotary Club of Murray. McLaughlin received a $300 cash prize from the club.
McLaughlin now will advance to represent the club in the Sectional Contest on April 20in Mayfield to face other region winners.
This year's speech topic is "Service to Others Brings Happiness."
Mclaughlin is the daughter of Jie Gao and Sean McLaughlin.
McLaughlin now will advance to represent the club in the Sectional Contest on April 20in Mayfield to face other region winners.
This year's speech topic is "Service to Others Brings Happiness."
Mclaughlin is the daughter of Jie Gao and Sean McLaughlin.
Our Leadership Tomorrow students from Murray High School and Calloway County High School toured the Murray Calloway County Hospital for Health Day.
These juniors and seniors explored healthcare career opportunities and were able to see firsthand how our teams serve our community every day.
We are very appreciative of our Murray Calloway County Hospital partnering with our local schools to inspire tomorrow’s future leaders and healthcare professionals.
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These juniors and seniors explored healthcare career opportunities and were able to see firsthand how our teams serve our community every day.
We are very appreciative of our Murray Calloway County Hospital partnering with our local schools to inspire tomorrow’s future leaders and healthcare professionals.
#murrayschools
Calling all future kindergarten students---Mark your calendars for March 12! We look forward to seeing you for an evening of Tiger fun! #murrayschools
The Murray Middle Speech Team placed 9th in the state at the Kentucky High School Speech League Junior State Speech Tournament held at Boone County High School in Florence, Ky. Murray Middle qualified 15 students for the state competition across 12 different public speaking and acting events. Students advanced from preliminary competition rounds in the following events:
FINALISTS (top 6)
EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING
4th - DeeDee Shastri
IMPROMPTU SPEAKING
3rd - DeeDee Shastri
POETRY
5th - DeeDee Shastri
PROSE
5th - Quinn Gibbs
SEMIFINALS (top 12)
DUO ACTING
Claudia DeBonis/Alicia L.
HUMOROUS INTERPRETATION
Henry Mallory
POETRY
Daisy Mireles
Quarterfinalists (top 24)
BROADCASTING
Elin Davis
POETRY
Maggie Finney
PROSE
Avery Dublin
Cece Futrell
STORYTELLING
Elin Davis
Claudia DeBonis
Althea Hultman
Non-advancing competitors at the state tournament included Sylvie Beckers, Ezra Riquelme, Wyatt Riquelme, and Shiva Shastri.
The Murray Middle Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and Jennifer McCafferty.
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FINALISTS (top 6)
EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING
4th - DeeDee Shastri
IMPROMPTU SPEAKING
3rd - DeeDee Shastri
POETRY
5th - DeeDee Shastri
PROSE
5th - Quinn Gibbs
SEMIFINALS (top 12)
DUO ACTING
Claudia DeBonis/Alicia L.
HUMOROUS INTERPRETATION
Henry Mallory
POETRY
Daisy Mireles
Quarterfinalists (top 24)
BROADCASTING
Elin Davis
POETRY
Maggie Finney
PROSE
Avery Dublin
Cece Futrell
STORYTELLING
Elin Davis
Claudia DeBonis
Althea Hultman
Non-advancing competitors at the state tournament included Sylvie Beckers, Ezra Riquelme, Wyatt Riquelme, and Shiva Shastri.
The Murray Middle Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and Jennifer McCafferty.
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During our Read Across America Week we invite you to share photos of our students reading.
It's simple-follow the instructions from Mrs. Munsey-
Take a picture of your student reading with Murray The Tiger-(print graphic of Murray)
Email the picture to Mrs. Munsey, MES Library Teacher at Amberly.Munsey@murray.kyschools.us
(Include your student's Name and Teacher's Name)
Deadline is Thursday, March 5, @ 10 p.m. (No entries accepted after this time)
Photos will be displayed at MES and prizes will be given for most creative at each respective grade level. Four pictures will be chosen in a random drawing, and a total of eight prizes will be awarded.
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The Murray Elementary School kicked off Read Across America Week (March 2-6), 2026. Centered around Dr. Seuss’s birthday, the event launched in 1998 by the National Education Associatio (NEA), as the nation’s largest celebration initiative of reading, fostering a love for books and literacy in children and young adults nationwide.
During the week community guest readers, MISD middle and high school students will visit the MES and read to students. A Murray Elementary School RAA is included for the daily themes.
Our students are already submitting photos of their favorite books and reading, we invite you to join us this week by reading your favoite book(s) to our students. We would love to have you as a guest reader.
#murrayschools
During the week community guest readers, MISD middle and high school students will visit the MES and read to students. A Murray Elementary School RAA is included for the daily themes.
Our students are already submitting photos of their favorite books and reading, we invite you to join us this week by reading your favoite book(s) to our students. We would love to have you as a guest reader.
#murrayschools
Murray Independent School District will celebrate National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) during March 2-6, 2026., to encourage more families to take advantage of the healthy choices available with school breakfast.
Busy weekday mornings make it a challenge for many families to find time for a healthy breakfast. Fortunately, the Murray Independent School District offers nutritious school breakfasts, complete with fruit and low-fat or fat-free milk, to ensure students are fueled for learning every school day.
The 2026 NSBW campaign theme, “The Quest For School Breakfast,” reminds the entire school community that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. Studies show that students who eat school breakfast are more likely to:
• Reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math
• Score higher on standardized tests
• Have better concentration and memory
• Be more alert
• Maintain a healthy weight
School nutrition professionals and students will be encouraged to show their enthusiasm for school breakfast from March 2-6 as the MISD celebrates NSBW with special menus, activities, and more. Murray Preschool Head Start, Murray Elementary, and Murray Middle schools will host giveaways for students who eat breakfast. Murray High School and Murray Middle schools will be providing taste testing samples as an introduction to new foods and coffee.
“A healthy breakfast at the start of the day is a great way to ensure students are nourished and ready to learn,” said April Baldwin, MISD Food Services Director. “National School Breakfast Week helps us educate parents and students about all the nutritious and delicious choices we offer.”
National School Breakfast Week was launched in 1989 to raise awareness of the availability of the School Breakfast Program, a federally assisted meal program operating in public and non-profit private schools and residential childcare institutions since 1975. #murrayschools
Busy weekday mornings make it a challenge for many families to find time for a healthy breakfast. Fortunately, the Murray Independent School District offers nutritious school breakfasts, complete with fruit and low-fat or fat-free milk, to ensure students are fueled for learning every school day.
The 2026 NSBW campaign theme, “The Quest For School Breakfast,” reminds the entire school community that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. Studies show that students who eat school breakfast are more likely to:
• Reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math
• Score higher on standardized tests
• Have better concentration and memory
• Be more alert
• Maintain a healthy weight
School nutrition professionals and students will be encouraged to show their enthusiasm for school breakfast from March 2-6 as the MISD celebrates NSBW with special menus, activities, and more. Murray Preschool Head Start, Murray Elementary, and Murray Middle schools will host giveaways for students who eat breakfast. Murray High School and Murray Middle schools will be providing taste testing samples as an introduction to new foods and coffee.
“A healthy breakfast at the start of the day is a great way to ensure students are nourished and ready to learn,” said April Baldwin, MISD Food Services Director. “National School Breakfast Week helps us educate parents and students about all the nutritious and delicious choices we offer.”
National School Breakfast Week was launched in 1989 to raise awareness of the availability of the School Breakfast Program, a federally assisted meal program operating in public and non-profit private schools and residential childcare institutions since 1975. #murrayschools
March at Murray Independent = Movement & Energy! 💛🖤
We’re focusing on healthy habits all month long:
Move More March – get active, stretch, walk, and participate!
Mindful March – take care of your mind with rest, focus, and kindness.
Make It Happen March – set goals, stay motivated, and finish the year strong!
Wellness also starts with nutrition. 🐯
All MISD schools are CEP, which means FREE healthy breakfast and lunch for every student every day — helping our Tigers stay energized, focused, and ready to learn.
Check out breakfast and lunches in March at Murray Elementary, Murray Middle and Murray High!
Healthy bodies. Healthy minds. Strong Tigers.
#MurraySchools #TigerWellness #MoveMoreMarch
We’re focusing on healthy habits all month long:
Move More March – get active, stretch, walk, and participate!
Mindful March – take care of your mind with rest, focus, and kindness.
Make It Happen March – set goals, stay motivated, and finish the year strong!
Wellness also starts with nutrition. 🐯
All MISD schools are CEP, which means FREE healthy breakfast and lunch for every student every day — helping our Tigers stay energized, focused, and ready to learn.
Check out breakfast and lunches in March at Murray Elementary, Murray Middle and Murray High!
Healthy bodies. Healthy minds. Strong Tigers.
#MurraySchools #TigerWellness #MoveMoreMarch
Join us for the Murray Independent Spring Sports Kickoff.
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