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.
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.
🎉 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.
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.
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.
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.
Reminder: There will be no school for students Friday, March 14. It is a professional development day for our staff. Enjoy the weekend!
It’s time to apply for Preschool!!! Scan the QR code and we will call you to schedule a screening and application appointment!!
Paducah Public Schools will use non-traditional instruction (NTI) tomorrow, Friday, February 21. Today's expectations will continue tomorrow. If anything changes, your child's school or teacher will send a message. The NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 22. Thank you for supporting your children as they complete their school work!
Paducah Public Schools will use non-traditional instruction (NTI) tomorrow, Thursday, February 20.
Today's expectations will continue tomorrow. If anything changes, your child's school or teacher will send a message.
The NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 22.
Thank you for supporting your children as they complete their school work!
Due to inclement weather, Paducah Public Schools will use non-traditional instruction (NTI) tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19th.
Your child's school or teacher will send instructions for online or at-home learning.
The NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 22.
Thank you for helping your child learn from home tomorrow!
McNabb Elementary will dismiss one hour early today due to the forecast for snow this afternoon. Dismissal is moved to 2:30 p.m. After-school activities are also cancelled tonight districtwide.
Thank you for working with us to keep your student safe!
Reminder: No School this Friday, February 14. It will a professional development day for our staff. Happy Valentine's Day!
Paducah Public Schools families: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning. As a result of the forecast, all schools will use non-traditional instruction (NTI) tomorrow, January 10.
Teachers will send instructions for online or at-home learning.
Tonight's (January 9) after-school activities will continue as scheduled.
The NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 22.
Parents and Guardians, As we begin our winter sports seasons, please be reminded that all students from kindergarten through 8th grade, regardless of school district, must be accompanied by an adult at all PPS school and athletic events. Students from kindergarten through 8th grade will not be admitted to games without an adult in attendance. Thank you for working with us to keep the safety of our students and fans a top priority. Go Big Blue!
Paducah Public Schools families: Due to inclement weather, instruction will resume tomorrow, January 6, online using non-traditional instruction (NTI).
A NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 22, as scheduled.
The community is invited to join emcee George Wilson as we celebrate with the PT football team, cheer team, and Band of Blue at Dinning Gym on Friday, December 13 at 5:00 p.m. There will be time for photos and autographs. See you there!
