🐯 Tiger Pride on Display! 🐯
We are proud to share that the following Murray High School educators have been nominated for the WKCTC Regional Educators Award, with several recognized among the top 20 in their respective categories:
Top 20 Honorees:
John Karanja, Sarah Hultman, Haley Burchett, Jeremy Krugg, and Brittany Forgey
We also proudly recognize Julie Stone, whose nomination reflects the meaningful impact she makes each day at Murray High School.
These outstanding educators represent the very best of MHS, and we are grateful for the passion, dedication, and care they bring to our students.
📍 The awards event will be held March 26 at WKCTC—we wish them the best as they are recognized!
While we celebrate these individuals, we are proud of our entire staff for the incredible work they do to support and inspire our Tigers.
#TigerPride #MHS #EducatorExcellence
We are proud to share that the following Murray High School educators have been nominated for the WKCTC Regional Educators Award, with several recognized among the top 20 in their respective categories:
Top 20 Honorees:
John Karanja, Sarah Hultman, Haley Burchett, Jeremy Krugg, and Brittany Forgey
We also proudly recognize Julie Stone, whose nomination reflects the meaningful impact she makes each day at Murray High School.
These outstanding educators represent the very best of MHS, and we are grateful for the passion, dedication, and care they bring to our students.
📍 The awards event will be held March 26 at WKCTC—we wish them the best as they are recognized!
While we celebrate these individuals, we are proud of our entire staff for the incredible work they do to support and inspire our Tigers.
#TigerPride #MHS #EducatorExcellence
MURRAY HIGH SPEECH TEAM WINS AT NATIONAL QUALIFIER
This weekend, Faith McCafferty competed against students from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky and qualified for the 2026 National Speech and Debate Tournament in Dramatic Interpretation. McCafferty, a sophomore, is a member of the Murray High Speech Team and will represent Kentucky in the 101st national contest that will be held in Richmond, Virginia June 13-20. This weekend’s competition was held at the NSDA National Qualifier on the campus of Centre College in Danville, Kentucky. The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and assistant coach Jennifer McCafferty.
This weekend, Faith McCafferty competed against students from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky and qualified for the 2026 National Speech and Debate Tournament in Dramatic Interpretation. McCafferty, a sophomore, is a member of the Murray High Speech Team and will represent Kentucky in the 101st national contest that will be held in Richmond, Virginia June 13-20. This weekend’s competition was held at the NSDA National Qualifier on the campus of Centre College in Danville, Kentucky. The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson and assistant coach Jennifer McCafferty.
🐯⚡ Big stage. Big moment. Let’s go, Tigers!
This Saturday, March 21, our Academic Team will compete in the State Finals in Louisville, KY.
Let’s wish them a huge Tiger good luck as they take on the best in the state! 💛🖤
This Saturday, March 21, our Academic Team will compete in the State Finals in Louisville, KY.
Let’s wish them a huge Tiger good luck as they take on the best in the state! 💛🖤
🎨🎶 This Sunday, March 22—don’t miss it, Tigers! 🐯
Our incredible Visual and Performing Arts students will have their amazing work on display for you to see and hear!
This is a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime to:
🖌️ Explore student artwork (2:00–4:00 PM)
🎵 Enjoy our talented musicians in concert (3:00 PM)
Featuring performances by:
🎶 3rd Grade Choir
🎶 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Bands
🎶 High School Choir
🎶 High School Symphonic Band
🎶 High School Wind Ensemble
It’s going to be an unforgettable experience, and we’d love to see a big crowd come out to support our talented Tigers! 💛🖤
Our incredible Visual and Performing Arts students will have their amazing work on display for you to see and hear!
This is a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime to:
🖌️ Explore student artwork (2:00–4:00 PM)
🎵 Enjoy our talented musicians in concert (3:00 PM)
Featuring performances by:
🎶 3rd Grade Choir
🎶 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Bands
🎶 High School Choir
🎶 High School Symphonic Band
🎶 High School Wind Ensemble
It’s going to be an unforgettable experience, and we’d love to see a big crowd come out to support our talented Tigers! 💛🖤
The Murray High School Junior Class invites you to the 2026 “A Run for the Roses” Prom 🌹
📅 Saturday, April 18
📍 Murray High School
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🎉 Grand March begins at 6:30 PM
Grand March tickets are available at the link below:
https://gofan.co/event/6339826?schoolId=KY13134
📅 Saturday, April 18
📍 Murray High School
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🎉 Grand March begins at 6:30 PM
Grand March tickets are available at the link below:
https://gofan.co/event/6339826?schoolId=KY13134
No school tomorrow, Friday, March 20 Tigers! ☀️
Enjoy the sunshine, have fun, and stay safe this weekend!
Enjoy the sunshine, have fun, and stay safe this weekend!
Tiger Nation — 🐯🎓
We’re in the home stretch of the final quarter for the Class of 2026, and we’re working to make Project Graduation an incredible night for our seniors.
If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help make this celebration extra special.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has already contributed — we appreciate your support so much! 💛🖤
We’re in the home stretch of the final quarter for the Class of 2026, and we’re working to make Project Graduation an incredible night for our seniors.
If you’re able, please consider making a donation to help make this celebration extra special.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has already contributed — we appreciate your support so much! 💛🖤
🐯 Murray High Students Explore Washington, D.C.!
Murray High School students recently traveled to Washington, D.C. as part of the Leadership Tomorrow program—an unforgettable experience filled with history, learning, and lasting memories!
From touring the Capitol and Smithsonian museums to exploring iconic monuments, this trip brought classroom learning to life in an incredible way.
💬 MHS Senior Tanner Morgan shared:
“I really enjoyed visiting Washington, DC with Leadership Tomorrow. It was a great experience getting to see all the historic places and museums. My favorite things we did were touring the Capitol building, visiting the Smithsonian, and the Museum on O Street.”
This incredible opportunity was made possible through the hard work of students and the generous support of our community through fundraisers, donations, and local partnerships.
We are so proud of these students for representing Murray High so well—what an amazing experience! 🌟 #TigerPride
Murray High School students recently traveled to Washington, D.C. as part of the Leadership Tomorrow program—an unforgettable experience filled with history, learning, and lasting memories!
From touring the Capitol and Smithsonian museums to exploring iconic monuments, this trip brought classroom learning to life in an incredible way.
💬 MHS Senior Tanner Morgan shared:
“I really enjoyed visiting Washington, DC with Leadership Tomorrow. It was a great experience getting to see all the historic places and museums. My favorite things we did were touring the Capitol building, visiting the Smithsonian, and the Museum on O Street.”
This incredible opportunity was made possible through the hard work of students and the generous support of our community through fundraisers, donations, and local partnerships.
We are so proud of these students for representing Murray High so well—what an amazing experience! 🌟 #TigerPride
🎨🐯 Murray High Artists Shine at Regional Art Exhibition!
Murray High School art students were recognized for their outstanding work at the 42nd Annual Kentucky Art Education Association Pennyrile/Purchase Regional Art Exhibition, hosted by the Murray State University Fine Arts Department.
With 380 entries and an acceptance rate of just 42%, the juried exhibition was highly competitive—making it a tremendous honor for Murray High students to have their artwork selected for the show.
👏 Congratulations to our talented Tigers!
Award Winners:
🥇 Madelyn Sugg – 1st Place Photography
🥇 Grierre Bourque – 1st Place Ceramics
🥈 Allison Sugg – 2nd Place Painting
🥈 Kailyn Lutz – 2nd Place Drawing
🥉 David Howard – 3rd Place Painting
⭐ Norah Tompkins – Honorable Mention Painting
Advancing to the State Competition:
🎉 Madelyn Sugg (Photography)
🎉 Grierre Bourque (Ceramics)
Additional Murray High artists recognized in the exhibition include:
David Howard, Grierre Bourque, Anastasia Arkova, Kristi Smith, Norah Tompkins, Allison Sugg, Zoe Rea, Kenna Shutt, Kailyn Lutz, Maya Crittendon, Adeline Pitman, Samantha Edwards, and Madelyn Sugg.
We are incredibly proud of these talented students and their creativity. Way to represent, Tigers! 🎨🐯
Murray High School art students were recognized for their outstanding work at the 42nd Annual Kentucky Art Education Association Pennyrile/Purchase Regional Art Exhibition, hosted by the Murray State University Fine Arts Department.
With 380 entries and an acceptance rate of just 42%, the juried exhibition was highly competitive—making it a tremendous honor for Murray High students to have their artwork selected for the show.
👏 Congratulations to our talented Tigers!
Award Winners:
🥇 Madelyn Sugg – 1st Place Photography
🥇 Grierre Bourque – 1st Place Ceramics
🥈 Allison Sugg – 2nd Place Painting
🥈 Kailyn Lutz – 2nd Place Drawing
🥉 David Howard – 3rd Place Painting
⭐ Norah Tompkins – Honorable Mention Painting
Advancing to the State Competition:
🎉 Madelyn Sugg (Photography)
🎉 Grierre Bourque (Ceramics)
Additional Murray High artists recognized in the exhibition include:
David Howard, Grierre Bourque, Anastasia Arkova, Kristi Smith, Norah Tompkins, Allison Sugg, Zoe Rea, Kenna Shutt, Kailyn Lutz, Maya Crittendon, Adeline Pitman, Samantha Edwards, and Madelyn Sugg.
We are incredibly proud of these talented students and their creativity. Way to represent, Tigers! 🎨🐯
📚🍎 Future Educators Representing Murray High! 🐯
This year marked an exciting milestone for Murray High School’s Educators Rising club! In just the program’s second year, students attended the Kentucky Educators Rising State Conference in Louisville on March 5 for the first time.
Students participated in breakout sessions exploring careers in education and heard from inspiring speakers including Dr. Roger Cleveland, KY Teacher of the Year Kara Dowdy, Rocky Adkins, and KY Commissioner of Education Dr. Robbie Fletcher.
Murray High students also competed in several events:
• Bria Stiff – Varsity Educators Rising Moment
• Madelyn Sugg – Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board (“Hungry 4 Math”)
• Emerson Smee & Journie Merriss – JV Interactive Bulletin Board (“CVC Rhyme Time”)
🏆 Results:
🥇 Bria Stiff – 1st Place in Varsity Educators Rising Moment
⭐ Madelyn Sugg – 5th Place in Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board
We’re incredibly proud of these students and excited to continue growing this program as we empower the next generation of educators! 🍎📖 #TigerPride
This year marked an exciting milestone for Murray High School’s Educators Rising club! In just the program’s second year, students attended the Kentucky Educators Rising State Conference in Louisville on March 5 for the first time.
Students participated in breakout sessions exploring careers in education and heard from inspiring speakers including Dr. Roger Cleveland, KY Teacher of the Year Kara Dowdy, Rocky Adkins, and KY Commissioner of Education Dr. Robbie Fletcher.
Murray High students also competed in several events:
• Bria Stiff – Varsity Educators Rising Moment
• Madelyn Sugg – Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board (“Hungry 4 Math”)
• Emerson Smee & Journie Merriss – JV Interactive Bulletin Board (“CVC Rhyme Time”)
🏆 Results:
🥇 Bria Stiff – 1st Place in Varsity Educators Rising Moment
⭐ Madelyn Sugg – 5th Place in Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board
We’re incredibly proud of these students and excited to continue growing this program as we empower the next generation of educators! 🍎📖 #TigerPride
🐯👏 Congratulations to Murray High School’s March Rotary Student of the Month – Kate Chipman!
Kate was recognized at the March Rotary Club meeting, where she shared about her experiences at Murray High School and how they have helped shape her path and future goals.
She was joined at the meeting by her parents, MHS teachers Mike and Emily Chipman, who were there to celebrate this special recognition.
We’re proud of you, Kate! Way to represent Murray High! 🎉 #TigerPride
Kate was recognized at the March Rotary Club meeting, where she shared about her experiences at Murray High School and how they have helped shape her path and future goals.
She was joined at the meeting by her parents, MHS teachers Mike and Emily Chipman, who were there to celebrate this special recognition.
We’re proud of you, Kate! Way to represent Murray High! 🎉 #TigerPride
Junior Families:
Please encourage your students to sign up for Prom Work Days so we can create an amazing Grand March and Prom! 🎉
Junior class participation is key to making this event a success. Most work times are right after school and flexible to fit students’ schedules.
Our Junior/Senior Prom will be held Saturday, April 18. Let’s make it a night to remember! ✨
Please encourage your students to sign up for Prom Work Days so we can create an amazing Grand March and Prom! 🎉
Junior class participation is key to making this event a success. Most work times are right after school and flexible to fit students’ schedules.
Our Junior/Senior Prom will be held Saturday, April 18. Let’s make it a night to remember! ✨
Reminder, Parents and Students:
Final Quarter 3 grades will be available in the Parent Portal by the end of the day Thursday, March 19.
Quarter 4 begins today, March 16—let’s make this final stretch the best one yet! Finish strong, Tigers! 🐯
Final Quarter 3 grades will be available in the Parent Portal by the end of the day Thursday, March 19.
Quarter 4 begins today, March 16—let’s make this final stretch the best one yet! Finish strong, Tigers! 🐯
It’s here, Tigers—Quarter 4! 🐯
We’re officially in the home stretch of the 2025–2026 school year, and it’s a busy week for our Tigers! From baseball and softball to tennis and speech, our students are out representing Murray High.
Be sure to stay up to date on all the excitement by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and by checking Mr. Jarvis’ emails so you don’t miss a thing.
Let’s stay informed and make these last nine weeks the best yet! 💛🖤
We’re officially in the home stretch of the 2025–2026 school year, and it’s a busy week for our Tigers! From baseball and softball to tennis and speech, our students are out representing Murray High.
Be sure to stay up to date on all the excitement by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and by checking Mr. Jarvis’ emails so you don’t miss a thing.
Let’s stay informed and make these last nine weeks the best yet! 💛🖤
What a weekend for our Murray High Archery Team! 🎯🐯
Our incredible Tigers competed at the NASP State Archery Tournament and finished 13th out of 148 teams—an outstanding accomplishment!
Next up: the KHSAA Regional Tournament on March 28. Let’s go, Tigers!
Season Highlights
Our team had an amazing season with several strong finishes:
🏹 Trigg County (Dec. 13) – 2nd Place
• Colton Karraker – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 5th HS Boys, 5th Overall
• Brady Woodall – 6th HS Boys, 7th Overall
🏹 Calloway County (Jan. 10) – 3rd Place
• Ellie Chetawatee – 1st HS Girls, 2nd Overall
• Colton Karraker – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
🏹 Calloway County (Feb. 7) – 1st Place
• Kendrick Parr – 2nd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Colton Karraker – 3rd HS Boys, 4th Overall
• Aedan Brogan – 5th HS Boys, 7th Overall
🏹 CCA (Feb. 13) – 2nd Place
• John Robert Ross – 1st HS Boys, 1st Overall
• Colton Karraker – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
🏹 Graves County (Feb. 14) – 1st Place
• Colton Karraker – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
• Kendrick Parr – 3rd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Brady Woodall – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 5th HS Boys, 6th Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 4th HS Girls, 7th Overall
🏹 Trigg County (Feb. 21) – 1st Place
• John Robert Ross – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
• Vanessa Oster – 2nd HS Girls, 2nd Overall
• Kendrick Parr – 3rd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 5th HS Girls, 5th Overall
🏹 Marshall County (Feb. 28) – 3rd Place
• Colton Karraker – 3rd HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 4th HS Boys, 5th Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 3rd HS Girls, 4th Overall
We are incredibly proud of our Murray High Archers and all they accomplished this season. Good luck at Regionals! 🎯🐯
Our incredible Tigers competed at the NASP State Archery Tournament and finished 13th out of 148 teams—an outstanding accomplishment!
Next up: the KHSAA Regional Tournament on March 28. Let’s go, Tigers!
Season Highlights
Our team had an amazing season with several strong finishes:
🏹 Trigg County (Dec. 13) – 2nd Place
• Colton Karraker – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 5th HS Boys, 5th Overall
• Brady Woodall – 6th HS Boys, 7th Overall
🏹 Calloway County (Jan. 10) – 3rd Place
• Ellie Chetawatee – 1st HS Girls, 2nd Overall
• Colton Karraker – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
🏹 Calloway County (Feb. 7) – 1st Place
• Kendrick Parr – 2nd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Colton Karraker – 3rd HS Boys, 4th Overall
• Aedan Brogan – 5th HS Boys, 7th Overall
🏹 CCA (Feb. 13) – 2nd Place
• John Robert Ross – 1st HS Boys, 1st Overall
• Colton Karraker – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
🏹 Graves County (Feb. 14) – 1st Place
• Colton Karraker – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
• Kendrick Parr – 3rd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Brady Woodall – 4th HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 5th HS Boys, 6th Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 4th HS Girls, 7th Overall
🏹 Trigg County (Feb. 21) – 1st Place
• John Robert Ross – 2nd HS Boys, 2nd Overall
• Vanessa Oster – 2nd HS Girls, 2nd Overall
• Kendrick Parr – 3rd HS Boys, 3rd Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 5th HS Girls, 5th Overall
🏹 Marshall County (Feb. 28) – 3rd Place
• Colton Karraker – 3rd HS Boys, 4th Overall
• John Robert Ross – 4th HS Boys, 5th Overall
• Ellie Chetawatee – 3rd HS Girls, 4th Overall
We are incredibly proud of our Murray High Archers and all they accomplished this season. Good luck at Regionals! 🎯🐯
MURRAY HIGH SPEECH TEAM TAKES 8th AT KHSSL STATE
The Murray High Speech Team placed 8th in the Commonwealth at the Kentucky High School Speech League State Tournament held on the campus of Murray State University today.
Three Murray High students were state finalists (top six) and advanced in the following events:
DECLAMATION
5th - Lydia Smith
IMPROMPTU SPEAKING
4th - Ali Yarali
5th - Ava Podrovitz
Students advanced to semifinals (top twelve) in the following events:
DRAMATIC INTERPRETATION
Faith McCafferty
ORATORY
Olivia McLaughlin
PROSE
Ellie Shaw-Klarer
STORYTELLING
Laney Like
Students advanced to quarterfinals (top twenty-four) in the following events:
IMPROVISATIONAL DUO
Ava Podrovitz & Alexis Ray
The following students also added to the team effort and competed across various events at the state tournament: Roman Anderson, Anastasia Arkova, Emma Bailey, Lylah Bennett, Will Burkeen, Gavin Gorman, Jade Green, Mira Kinsley, Zoey Mason, Chyanne Miller, Vanessa Oster, Khush Patel, Susie Todd, and Arlo Vance.
The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson with assistant coaches Jennifer McCafferty and Drew Thompson.
The Murray High Speech Team placed 8th in the Commonwealth at the Kentucky High School Speech League State Tournament held on the campus of Murray State University today.
Three Murray High students were state finalists (top six) and advanced in the following events:
DECLAMATION
5th - Lydia Smith
IMPROMPTU SPEAKING
4th - Ali Yarali
5th - Ava Podrovitz
Students advanced to semifinals (top twelve) in the following events:
DRAMATIC INTERPRETATION
Faith McCafferty
ORATORY
Olivia McLaughlin
PROSE
Ellie Shaw-Klarer
STORYTELLING
Laney Like
Students advanced to quarterfinals (top twenty-four) in the following events:
IMPROVISATIONAL DUO
Ava Podrovitz & Alexis Ray
The following students also added to the team effort and competed across various events at the state tournament: Roman Anderson, Anastasia Arkova, Emma Bailey, Lylah Bennett, Will Burkeen, Gavin Gorman, Jade Green, Mira Kinsley, Zoey Mason, Chyanne Miller, Vanessa Oster, Khush Patel, Susie Todd, and Arlo Vance.
The Murray High Speech Team is coached by Michael Robinson with assistant coaches Jennifer McCafferty and Drew Thompson.
Good luck to our Murray High Tigers this Saturday, March 14, as they compete in the KY NASP State Tournament in Louisville! 🎯🐯
The high school and elementary teams will shoot at 9:30 AM (EST), followed by the middle school team at 10:45 AM (EST).
We’re proud of all of our Tiger archers—aim high and shoot strong!
🖤🐯🎯💛
The high school and elementary teams will shoot at 9:30 AM (EST), followed by the middle school team at 10:45 AM (EST).
We’re proud of all of our Tiger archers—aim high and shoot strong!
🖤🐯🎯💛
These Tigers were ROARING this week! 🐯
R – Respect
O – On Task
A – Awesome Attitudes
R – Responsibility
This is what Tiger Pride looks like! Way to go, Tigers—keep up the great work! 👊🐯
R – Respect
O – On Task
A – Awesome Attitudes
R – Responsibility
This is what Tiger Pride looks like! Way to go, Tigers—keep up the great work! 👊🐯
Another week down, another quarter wrapped up, and Friday the 13th… done and dusted! 👊
Fist Bump Friday is officially in the books.
Have a great weekend, Tigers—we love seeing those smiles! 🐯
Fist Bump Friday is officially in the books.
Have a great weekend, Tigers—we love seeing those smiles! 🐯
📣 Attention Tiger Nation!
At last night’s March Board of Education meeting, the graduation date for the Murray High School Class of 2026 was officially set!
🎓 Graduation Ceremony
📅 Sunday, May 17
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Racer Arena
Mark your calendars and start making plans now! We can’t wait to celebrate this incredible group of Tigers and all they have accomplished. 🐯🎓
At last night’s March Board of Education meeting, the graduation date for the Murray High School Class of 2026 was officially set!
🎓 Graduation Ceremony
📅 Sunday, May 17
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Racer Arena
Mark your calendars and start making plans now! We can’t wait to celebrate this incredible group of Tigers and all they have accomplished. 🐯🎓
