School continues tomorrow, Friday, January 30, using non-traditional instruction (NTI). A NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 21, as scheduled.

The only activity that remains as scheduled for Friday is the Paducah Tilghman High School Varsity Boys and Girls Basketball games at McCracken County High School. MCHS says parking lots and sidewalks will be cleared. Fans and student families should use their best judgement when deciding to attend the game.
1 day ago, Paducah Public Schools
NTI Day 5
School will continue tomorrow (Thursday, January 29) using non-traditional instruction (NTI).

Paducah Tilghman students will learn online using Microsoft Teams. Paducah Middle, elementary and Head Start students will use paper packets. Your student’s school will send additional instructions.

A NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 21, as scheduled.
2 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
NTI Day Graphic
We're so proud to announce that the Paducah Middle School 8th Grade Choir has been chosen to perform at the 2026 Kentucky Music Educators (KMEA) Professional Development Conference! This is a fantastic opportunity and a well-deserved recognition for our incredible students. It shows that their commitment to excellence truly shines through. Mark your calendars to support them!

Performance Details

Date: Friday, February 6, 2026

Time: 3:45 p.m.

Location: Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville
4 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
Paducah Middle 8th Grade Choir KMEA performance
School resumes tomorrow, Monday, January 26, using non-traditional instruction (NTI). Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28, will also be NTI Days.

Paducah Tilghman students will learn online using Microsoft Teams. Paducah Middle, elementary and Head Start students will use paper packets. Your student’s school will send additional instructions.

A NTI day does not change the school calendar. The last day for students is still Thursday, May 21, as scheduled.
5 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
NTI Day graphic
The Paducah Storm Watch Step Showcase that was scheduled for Saturday, January 24, at PTHS has been postponed due to inclement weather. We hope to reschedule the showcase soon.
7 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
Step Celebration Postponement
As we look toward school next week following the winter storm, here's a reminder about how we will let you know about weather-related changes to our school schedule.
9 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
PPS Winter Weather Info
Five Paducah Middle students received awards for placing in the Paducah-McCracken County NAACP Fredericka Hargrove Poster and Essay Contest on January 18.

Benjamin Johnson took 1st place in the 6th grade division.
Paducah Middle swept the 7th grade division: Madeline Rains ranked 1st place; Ayden Tucker earned 2nd place; Mackenzie Ryan took 3rd.
Aubrey Fisher topped the 8th grade division.

Our students and their fellow Paducah Public Schools student winners centered their entries around the theme of being agents of change in their communities.

The group is pictured with school board member, Amina Watkins, superintendent Dr. Donald Shively, McNabb Elementary School Principal Teresa Spann, and assistant superintendent Will Black.

Congratulations, Benjamin, Madeline, Ayden, Mackenzie and Aubrey!
10 days ago, Paducah Public Schools
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Hargrove MLK Essay Winners
Floss & Gloss will offer dental services at Purchase District Health Department December 22, 23, and 31. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome. See the flyer for more info.
about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
Floss & Gloss PAHD flyer
Market House Theatre's production of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" opens tonight, and we're proud of our talented students and staff who will be representing Paducah Public Schools on stage! "Break a Leg" to Paducah Middle staff and students Samantha Veal, Tanner Reed, Graham Troutman, Eliza Veal, and Maykayla French-Hahn! And a shoutout to Clark students Paisley Wallin, Reese Webber, Maeve Hall, and Eliza Hall!
about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
Best Christmas Pageant Ever cast

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM PTHS ATHLETICS:
We appreciate your attendance at Paducah Tilghman athletic events and your support of our students.
With winter sports beginning and our first home basketball games, please review our updated regulations for events. Thank you for working with us to keep the safety of our students, athletes, and fans a top priority. Go Big Blue!

about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
PTHS Event Regulations

Four Paducah Middle art students earned prizes for their work at the Kentucky Art Association Fall Conference which was held at Bellarmine University November 14-16.

In the Middle School 3D Sculpture division, Arya Shemwell won 1st place, Taliyah Adams won 2nd place, and Iris Petalino won 3rd place. Jordyn Waldon also won 1st place in another category.

Congratulations to PM Art teacher Dr. Anthony Woodruff and his students!














Dr Anthony Woodruff

about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
a student holds a 3D sculpture standing next to a banner
a student holds a 3D sculpture standing next to a banner
a student holds a 3D sculpture standing next to a banner
a student holds a 3D sculpture standing next to a banner
Jingle all the way! Join us as we enjoy the holiday concerts that our schools will offer this Christmas season!
about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
PPS Holiday Concerts 2025
Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us as we enjoy the holiday concerts that Paducah Middle School and Paducah Tilghman High School will offer this Christmas season!
about 2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
PM and PT Christmas Concerts December 2025
Hey, Tornado family! Here is a reminder about the plan of action that we follow when winter weather is possible.
2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
Winter Weather Reminder
Due to an internet outage affecting schools our phone service is out district wide. We're working on resolving the problem and will let you know as soon as service is restored.
2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
Paducah Middle School honored Student Resource Officer Casssandra Ravens with a "walk out" on her final day of work on October 3.. Officer Ravens has served at Paducah Middle since 2021. We are grateful for all her work to keep our students and staff safe and secure, and wish her the best as she goes forward!
2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
A group of teachers gather around a student resource officer

Please help the STAY Transitional Student Services program help you and our district by filling out this housing survey. We look forward to hearing from you! You can find the survey at the QR code on the graphic. The link is attached as well.

Survey Link

2 months ago, Madison Caylor
STAY Survey QR Code
We're so proud to announce that the Paducah Middle School 8th Grade Choir has been chosen to perform at the 2026 Kentucky Music Educators (KMEA) Professional Development Conference! This is a fantastic opportunity and a well-deserved recognition for our incredible students. It shows that their commitment to excellence truly shines through. Mark your calendars to support them!

Performance Details

Date: Friday, February 6, 2026

Time: 3:45 p.m.

Location: Cathedral of the Assumption in Louisville
2 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
Paducah Middle 8th Grade Choir KMEA performance
Congratulations to our 2025 DAR Veterans Day Poster and Essay Contest Winners!
Kindergarten/1st grade Poster Contest:
AhMyricle Early, McNabb, 1st
Nathaly Flores, McNabb, 2nd
Joakim Williams, McNabb, 3rd

4th/5th Grade Essay Contest:
Adalyn Burgard, Clark, 1st
Mabel Gembe, Morgan, 3rd

6th-8th Essay Contest:
Scarlett Young, Paducah Middle, 1st
Fletcher Hancock, Paducah Middle, 2nd
Annalee Johnson, Paducah Middle, 3rd

High School Essay Contest:
Faith Moss-Menser, PTHS, 1st

Thank you for honoring our veterans and representing Paducah Public Schools!
3 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
students holding certificates
students holding certificates
students holding certificates
students holding certificates

Please help the STAY Transitional Student Services program help you and our district by filling out this housing survey. We look forward to hearing from you! You can find the survey at the QR code on the graphic.

3 months ago, Paducah Public Schools
STAY Survey QR Code