Last month's meeting of the Paducah Board of Education included recognitions of some outstanding groups of students and staff!
1) A group of Morgan staff were named Dukes and Duchesses of Paducah in recognition of their efforts to resuscitate a fellow teacher when she went into cardiac arrest.
2) McKayla Everly and Heather Anderson received the Whitlow Commitment to Excellence Award for the 23-24 school year. The Whitlow Award recognizes one classified employee and one certified employee who demonstate superior dedication and service to Paducah Public Schools.
3) Morgan Elementary Youth Coding League team members Brycen Collins, Kamarion Mayes, and Issac Jachim (not pictured) were recognized for placing 4th overall out of 42 YCL teams that competed.
4) PTHS Art students who placed at the state Art competition were honored. Eleanor Hammonds placed 1st in Fiber Arts, Cierra Franklin placed 2nd in Ceramics, Ben Coltharp placed 3rd in Sculpture, and Caden Hargrove was Honorable Mention.
4) Junior board member Bryleigh Heal was recognized for her work on the behalf of the Paducah BOE for the 2023-24 school year. She will receive a $500 scholarship.
5) Madelyn Doschniak and Kenya “KJ” Wade Jr., who will serve as junior board members for the 2024-25 school year, were introduced.
6) The Student Equity Advisory Committee members for the 2024-25 school year were introduced. Our next board meeting will be next Monday, June 16, at 5:00 p.m. As always, visitors are welcome! If you would like to know more about what to expect at a meeting of the board of education, here's a quick introductory video from junior board member Bryleigh Heal. https://youtu.be/qeL3_sabBTs
The 23rd Annual Fred Paxton Challenge for Charities is back!
June 1 through August 31 is the ideal time to donate to our Paducah Public School Foundation. Thanks to the Challenge, your gift will be matched for even more impact! Ever dollar directly impacts our students.
Unless otherwise designated, all proceeds support our Paducah Innovation Hub Makerspace programs and camps.
Make your gift online at https://bit.ly/PaxtonChallenge or mail your check to PPS Foundation, P O Box 2550, Paducah KY 42002-2550. We appreciate your continued support!
Do you know a rising 9th grader who might be interested in exploring CTE (Career & Technical Education) pathways in Auto Tech, Carpentry, Health Science, or Welding?
The Paducah Innovation Hub will offer a three-day CTE Summer Academy to rising 9th graders.
The CTE Summer Academy will be held June 25-27 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon each day.
The Summer Academy is free, but registration is required. To register, use the QR code on the attached graphic.
For more information, contact Erin Morehead at erin.morehead@paducah.kyschools.us
The PTHS classes of '74 & '75 took a tour of the Paducah Innovation Hub this past Saturday as a part of their reunion activities. We love having the opportunity to share about the Hub and the innovative programs that happen there! If your group would like a tour, please contact Principal Steve Ybarzabal at steve.ybarzabal@paducah.kyschools.us.
Save the Date: The window for online registration for the Paducah Public Schools 2024-25 school year will open July 1. We hope our Tornado family is enjoying a fun summer! We're looking forward to seeing you in August!
*Note change in pickup time for Paducah Middle School*
TORNADO TAKEOUT
June 3-August 2
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SUMMER MEALS at no charge for anyone 0 to 18 years old
*All children welcome, no matter what school district you attend!*
When: June 3-August 2
Delivery to community sites on Monday, Wednesday, Friday.
Pickup also available at Paducah Middle Cafe
(Located behind Paducah Middle School)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM
Monday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Wednesday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Friday: Pick up 3 days of meals
Parents are encouraged but not required to bring children. If a child is not present, please state names of children intended to receive meals.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Paducah Innovation Hub principal Steve Ybarzabal presented the creative strategies being used at the Paducah Innovation Hub at "Pathways to Progress: Workforce Strategies for Kentucky's Emerging Adults". The seminar was hosted by the Louisville Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Thanks for representing the Paducah Innovation Hub, Mr. Ybarzabal!
FRYSC AmeriCorps is seeking a literacy tutor to work with students at McNabb Elementary. FRYSC Corps members serve in schools helping students build reading skills and support basic needs through the Family Resource and Youth Services Center.
For more information see the attached job description or contact LaToya Benberry at 270-444-5750 ext. 5005
TORNADO TAKEOUT meals will begin Monday, June 3!
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SUMMER MEALS at no charge for anyone from 0 to 18 years of age!
*All children welcome, no matter what school district you attend!*
June 3-August 2
Delivery to community sites on Monday, Wednesday, Friday. See attached flyer for locations.
Pickup also available at Paducah Middle Cafe
(Located behind Paducah Middle School)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM
Monday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Wednesday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Friday: Pick up 3 days of meals
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Do you know a rising 9th grader who might be interested in exploring CTE (Career & Technical Education) pathways in Auto Tech, Carpentry, Health Science, or Welding?
The Paducah Innovation Hub will offer a three-day CTE Summer Academy to rising 9th graders.
The CTE Summer Academy will be held June 25-27 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon each day.
The Summer Academy is free, but registration is required. To register, use the QR code on the attached graphic.
For more information, contact Erin Morehead at erin.morehead@paducah.kyschools.us
PTHS 1974 Girls Track Team will be honored at the 2A State Track meet this Friday May 31st. Congratulations!
The state track meet was held Saturday, May 25 with the Paducah Middle boys taking 3rd place overall. Congratulations to all our athletes and coaches on a great season and to the following top ten finishes:
Boys 4x1 (2nd) - Harper Shively, John Jones, Isaac James, Jaden Powell
Boys 4x2 (1st) - D.J. Simms, Gaelon Spivey-Nunn, Isaac James, Jaden Powell
Boys 4x4 (7th) - John Jones, Charlie Wolfrom, Isaac James, Gaelon Spivey-Nunn
Boys High Jump (7th) - John Jones
Boys Triple Jump (7th) - Gaelon Spivey-Nunn
Boys Turbo Jav (2nd) - Harper Shively
TORNADO TAKEOUT meals will begin Monday, June 3!
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SUMMER MEALS at no charge for anyone 0-18!
*All children welcome, no matter what school district you attend!*
June 3-August 2
Delivery to community sites on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Pickup also available at Paducah Middle Cafe
(Located behind Paducah Middle School)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM
Monday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Wednesday: Pick up 2 days of meals
Friday: Pick up 3 days of meals
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
As we say "farewell" to the 23-24 school year, we also say "farewell" to a group of talented, dedicated retirees. We will always be grateful for all you've done on behalf of our students and our community!
The 17th Annual Paducah Public Schools Foundation Golf Scramble will be held on Friday, August 2, at Paxton Park. Registration is at 8:00 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9:00 a.m.
The entry fee per team is $400, or $100 for a single player. Prizes will be awarded and lunch is included.
Businesses are invited to become a sponsor. For more information, contact Lisa Chappell at 270-444-5600 or lisa.chappell@paducah.kyschools.us
You can download the registration form here: https://5il.co/2i9yz
Diploma pick-up for graduating seniors will be Wednesday, May 22 in front of PTHS from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Diploma pick-up for graduating seniors will be Wednesday, May 22 in front of PTHS from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
The Paducah Board of Education will hold a brief special meeting at 11:30 am Thursday, May 23, 2024 to be held at the Paducah Innovation Hub, 500 South 25th Street, Paducah.
Purpose: to approve three action items that could not be held over until to our June regular meeting. Agenda link - https://5il.co/2m5eu
Parents of rising sixth graders: Calling ALL RISING 6th Graders coming to PMS for the ‘24-‘25 school year! Band & Choir sign ups are MONDAY, MAY 20th from 4-7pm. Students who want to be in the Paducah Middle Band Program &/or the Paducah Middle Choir Program need to park in the back of Paducah Middle and follow the signs to the back band room doors. It is a “free-flowing” sign up— come any time between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. and depending on how many people are in front of you, it could take 10-20 minutes. A parent/guardian must accompany the incoming 6th grader. The 6th grader must be present to sign up. If you cannot attend Monday, please contact Ms. Williams lindsey.williams@paducah.kyschools.us or Ms. Veal at samantha.veal@paducah.kyschools.us before Monday. Thank you! Hope to see you there!
Paducah Innovation Hub Principal Steve Ybarzabal will be presenting at "Pathways to Progress: Workforce Strategies for Kentucky's Emerging Adults" on Monday, June 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 ET in Louisville. The event will be hosted by the Louisville Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. Here's a link for more info- https://www.stlouisfed.org/events/louisvill
