Hands of Hope, a local non-profit foundation, has partnered with Paducah Tilghman High School to create a new program called “Road to Excellence”. The purpose of the "Road to Excellence" is to take things back to basics focusing on being present at school, building camaraderie between fellow students, zero tolerance for bullying, and keeping a clear channel of communication between teachers and students.
Since the program began in November of 2024 PTHS has had a near record increase in attendance.
Students will be entered for the chance to win a car at the end of the school year based on their attendance, behavior, and academics!
Hands of Hope has a fundraising goal of $7,000. If you would like to contribute, you can do so at the Road to Excellence GoFundMe- https://bit.ly/4i6esSe
🎉 HUGE congrats to our West Kentucky Star Teacher of the Month Emily Morris from McNabb Elementary! She received $75 from contest sponsor Scott Walker Construction after being voted top teacher for the month of March. 🎉
We are lucky to have Mrs. Morris inspiring and shaping young minds everyday. Her dedication, passion, and creativity make learning an adventure for her students. Thank you, Mrs. Morris, for all you do! 🍎📚 A big shout-out and thank you to West Kentucky Star and to sponsor Scott Walker Construction for making this special recognition possible. Your support for our educators is truly appreciated. 🙌 #TeacherOfTheMonth #McNabbElementary #ScottWalkerConstruction
Paducah Public Schools Board of Education appointed Amina Watkins to board member tonight at a special called meeting. She will serve the remainder of Dr. James Hudson's term after a relocation took him outside the city limits. The board interviewed five other candidates before selecting Watkins. Board Member Janice Howard says, "During the selection process, we were really impressed by how much each candidate loves our schools. And we thank them for their support. We are fortunate to live in a community that values our kids’ education. We found Amina Watkins to be exceptionally passionate about education and how it can make students happy, healthy, and successful." Watkins's first regular board meeting will be Monday, May 12.
Paducah Tilghman's FBLA chapter had an unforgettable experience at the KY FBLA State Leadership Conference in Louisville!
After competing in the FBLA Regional Conference on February 24th at Murray State University, PTHS was well represented with two teams placing in the top 3 of their respective categories.
⁃ The team of Whitson McNeill and Erica Wurth placed 1st in the region in International Business.
⁃ The team of Karlee Mcnutt, Kaitlyn McNutt, and McCall Moore placed 3rd in the region in Introduction to Event Planning.
This qualified both teams for the First Round at the State level, where they would have to place in the Top 8 of 18 teams/individuals in order to compete in the Final Round, which both teams did.
Then, alongside 2,287 students from 120 chapters across the state, our members took part in their competitive events, and participated in workshops.
Both teams qualified to advance to the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California this summer—where they’ll continue to grow their leadership skills, while competing at the highest level.
We’re so proud of how our students represented Paducah Tilghman this past week at the State Leadership Conference. Congratulations to our winners at the state level!
1st Place (State Champions) - International Business
⁃ Whitson McNeill and Erica Wurth
3rd Place - Introduction to Event Planning
⁃ Karlee McNutt, Kaitlyn McNutt, and McCall Moore
Clark students joined in Quilt Week festivities today! Clark PTO and students hosted a luncheon for visiting quilters that included a guided display of quilts and artwork that students had created. Guests enjoyed lunch and then a performance by the Clark Choir, which sang songs from their recent performance of Lion King, Jr.
The Paducah Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Paducah Innovation Hub, 500 South 25th St., Paducah.
Agenda - https://5il.co/3e808
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will host their annual "Paducah's Got Talent" talent show on Friday, May 9 at 6:00 p.m. at the Paducah Tilghman Auditorium. The show will feature students currently enrolled in elementary, middle, and high school, with cash prizes being awarded for first, second, and third place. Entry applications at available at your student's FRYSC office. All funds received from the talent show will be applied to the Omega Psi Phi Scholarship Fund.
Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Paducah Football Association Golf Scramble. Proceeds from the event support the high school, middle school, and Tornado League football programs. To register, click the link below or contact Elisha Winslow at elisha.winslow@paducah.kyschools.us
https://forms.gle/1KNYmRML9fL1DZkq5
Senior Signing Day is Friday, May 9th at 12:00 p.m. in the PTHS Gym lobby. Seniors will be recognized for their post-secondary commitments including college, military, internships, etc. If you have questions, please casaundra.newsome@paducah.kyschools.us
We're celebrating our incredible school bus drivers today! 🥳 Rain or shine, they go the extra mile to provide safe and reliable transportation for our students. Their commitment makes a real difference in the lives of our kids and families. Let's give them a big round of applause! 👏
Here's a special video that bus driver Andrew Carroll made to celebrate the day! https://youtu.be/fTQy5hSZVXc
The Paducah Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 5:00 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the Paducah Innovation Hub, 500 South 25th Street, Paducah. Agenda: https://5il.co/3duz6
Preschool screening for the 2025-26 school year will be held at Paducah Head Start Preschool, 2200 Washington Street, from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 Noon on Friday, May 2, 2025. You may register your child for a preschool screening if they will be three or four years old by August 1, 2025. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins will be screened as time allows. To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer. For more information, please call 270-444-5780. ......... La evaluación preescolar para el año escolar 2025-26 se llevará a cabo en Paducah Head Start Preschool, 2200 Washington Street, el viernes 2 de mayo de 2025. Puede inscribir a su hijo/a para una evaluación preescolar si cumplirá tres o cuatro años para el 1 de agosto de 2025. Se recomienda programar una cita. Se evaluará a quienes acudan sin cita previa, según el tiempo disponible. Para inscribirse, escanee el código QR del folleto adjunto. Para más información, llame al 270-444-5780.
The Paducah Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting at 5:00 pm Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Paducah Innovation Hub, 500 South 25th Street, Paducah.
Agenda- https://5il.co/3dszd
If you have not been to a meeting before, here is a quick welcome video from our junior board members. https://youtu.be/zh2h4ldImvo
Paducah Storm Watch Step Teams have been given a unique opportunity to participate in the Derby City National Step Show on April 19 in Louisville, KY. Paducah Public Schools will be represented in the elementary school division by Tornado FUSION, which is composed of members from Clark (ELITE), McNabb (MAGIC) and Morgan (UNITE). Tornado PRIME from Paducah Middle School will represent the middle school division; Tornado SURGE will represent the high school division.
The teams will compete for a trophy and anywhere from $250 to $1000 in cash prizes. In addition, they will have the opportunity to share the stage with step teams from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
The students have been practicing diligently since February, learning their competition routines and their regular team routines. Talk about dedication!
If you are unable to attend the show in Louisville, our students will be performing on Friday, April 18 at PTHS for Morgan's Got Talent at 6:00 p.m. They will also have their final showcase on Saturday, April 26 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Preschool screening for the 2025-26 school year will be held at Paducah Head Start Preschool, 2200 Washington Street, from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 Noon on Friday, May 2, 2025. You may register your child for a preschool screening if they will be three or four years old by August 1, 2025. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins will be screened as time allows. To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer. For more information, please call 270-444-5780.
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La evaluación preescolar para el año escolar 2025-26 se llevará a cabo en Paducah Head Start Preschool, 2200 Washington Street, el viernes 2 de mayo de 2025. Puede inscribir a su hijo/a para una evaluación preescolar si cumplirá tres o cuatro años para el 1 de agosto de 2025. Se recomienda programar una cita. Se evaluará a quienes acudan sin cita previa, según el tiempo disponible. Para inscribirse, escanee el código QR del folleto adjunto. Para más información, llame al 270-444-5780.
Our volunteers help in many different ways big and small! Today, volunteers offered their veins so Ms. Harmon's Phlebotomy class at the Paducah Innovation Hub could practice drawing blood. Thank you! You can find out more about the Health Science career pathway at the Paducah Area Technology Center here- https://paducahinnovationhub.com/atc/#
Members of the Kentucky Association of Economic Development stopped by to tour the Paducah Innovation HUB as part of the Kentucky Collaboration Conference. Recognized by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis as a national best practice for advancing economic equity among young adults, this $30 million state-of-the-art facility is redefining workforce training. With cutting-edge programs in technology, healthcare, transportation, and advanced manufacturing, the HUB is shaping the future of education and opportunity in Kentucky.
Our PPS maintenance staff have been working steadily over Spring Break to complete needed maintenance and repairs to buildings as we prepare for the final six weeks of the school year. Thank you, Maintenance Department, for your hard work and dedication!
The Paducah Board of Education and District Finance Corporation will hold a brief special meeting at 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Paducah Innovation Hub, 500 South 25th Street, Paducah.
Agenda link: https://5il.co/3d9dr
9th Street Church of Christ will host their annual ACT prep class for students in grades 8-12 on Saturday April 26 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The instructor is Mrs. Kelly Walden, co-owner and lead teacher for ACT Prep. The class is free and lunch will be provided. Please register for the class using the QR code on the flyer. Registration deadline is April 11. We look forward to seeing you!
