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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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

2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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.



2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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Murray Middle School, Murray High School, and our MISD Transportation departments were also in full spirit today throughout out the desitrict. #murrayschools
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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Murray Elementary School administration and students always show such creativity on the annual Books Alive Day! #murrayschools
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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.


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💛 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
2 months ago, Murray High School
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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The Murray Independent School District congratulates MHS Boys Soccer Coach Jared Rosa Coach of the Year! #murrayschools
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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Shout out to our MHS Boys Soccer for a great season! We congratulate our players and the year-end season honors! #murrayschools
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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

2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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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
2 months ago, Sherry Purdom
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