Students rotated through engaging stations where they learned all about taking care of their bodies and minds. Our School Nutrition team did a fantastic job teaching students how to build a healthy plate and make smart food choices each day.
We were also grateful to partner with community organizations like AdventHealth and Highland Rivers Behavioral Health, who shared important lessons on both physical and emotional wellness.
Our PE staff helped students learn about heart health and the importance of staying active, while our talented Healthcare Science students from each high school served their feeder schools by leading hands-on lessons in proper handwashing.
It was truly a special week focused on building healthy habits that will last a lifetime. We’re thankful for everyone who made it possible!
Bus routes will begin 2 hours later than normal, and school doors will open 2 hours after their regularly scheduled times. Breakfast will be served at school, as normal. If the weather becomes more severe or issues arise due to the predicted storms that further affect school tomorrow, we will let you know ASAP. Please be weather aware tonight and stay safe in the morning!
Chairman & District 6 - Dewayne Powers
Vice-Chairman & District 7 - Kelli Reed
District 1 - Shelia Pittman-Simpson
District 2 - Renda Baggett
District 3 - Tony Abernathy
District 4 -Hunter Phillips
District 5 - Conrad Puryear
Serving on a school board is no small task. These leaders volunteer countless hours making thoughtful decisions that help guide the future of our schools and support the success of every student in Murray County.
We are grateful for their commitment, leadership, and heart for our community.
Please join us in thanking our Murray County Board of Education members for their service and support of our students, staff, and schools.
Thank you for all you do for Murray County Schools!
Our Murray County High School Lady Indians are headed to Macon this weekend to compete in the State Championship, and we couldn’t be more proud of these young ladies and their coaches.
On Friday at approximately 11:45 AM, the team bus will be traveling down Highway 411 as they begin their trip to Macon.
We invite our community to find a safe spot along the route to wave, cheer, and help send them off with all the encouragement Murray County can give.
This team has worked incredibly hard all season and has represented with heart, determination, and pride. Let’s show them our support as they head to the biggest game of the year!
Let's Go Lady Indians!
Good News Spotlight: Andrew Larmon
A big thank you to Andrew Larmon from our Technology Department for going above and beyond during the Teacher of the Year celebration at Northwest Elementary. Andrew helped set up equipment and run sound for the event, making sure everything came together smoothly.
Tyler Ellis shared, “Andrew went above and beyond helping prepare for the Teacher of the Year ceremony at Northwest Elementary. He stepped in to help set up equipment and run sound during the event and made sure everything came together smoothly. His willingness to jump in wherever needed made a big difference, and his help was truly appreciated.”
We’re grateful for team members like Andrew who step in and serve our schools so well. Thank you for all you do!
Last night, the Murray County Board of Education recognized students who have been nominated for the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program (GHP).
GHP is a prestigious four-week residential summer program for Georgia’s gifted and talented high school students, offering advanced learning experiences beyond the traditional classroom.
We are proud of the following district nominees:
Murray County High School
Katherine Stone - Dance
Shaylah Duncan – Agriculture (Agricultural Research, Biotechnology & Science)
Cymon Keaton – Communicative Arts
Peyton Godfrey – Music (Brass)
Bella Elder – Music (Woodwind)
Faith Perry – Theatre (Performance)
Leah Tello – Theatre (Performance)
Lily Gibbs – Visual Arts
Avianna Cross – Visual Arts
North Murray High School
Jackson Pannell – Agriculture
Savannah Flowers – Agriculture
Kendall Kopcsak – Agriculture
Leonardo Apodaca – Science (Biology/Environmental Science)
David Phillips – Biology
Isaiah West – Biology
Christopher O’Hara – Science (Physics)
Makayla Mitchell – Visual Arts
Lawson Cargal – Mathematics
Kaleb Mooney – Mathematics
Trinity Collins – Social Studies
Norton Dobbins – Social Studies
Emily O’Hara – Social Studies
Harrison “Lucas” Wiley – Theatre
Alyssa Henderson – Communicative Arts
Ayden Bates – Engineering (Computer Programming)
Rhylee Manis – Music (Flute)
Ella Smith – Music (Piano)
And a very special congratulations to our State Semifinalists!
Murray County High School – Cymon Keaton (Communicative Arts)
North Murray High School – Kendall Kopcsak & Jackson Pannell (Agricultural Research, Biotechnology & Science), Lawson Cargal (Mathematics), Christopher O’Hara (Science)
Congratulations to these outstanding students!
We are proud of the way you represent your schools and our community.
What a great day for Murray County Schools!
On Friday, State Superintendent Richard Woods stopped by Bagley Middle School to recognize several of our schools for earning Math Leader, Literacy Leader, and John Hancock Banners from the Georgia Department of Education!
Math Leader Banner:
Bagley Middle School - (8th graders taking Algebra 1 - 100% pass rate & 8th grade Gateway Growth)
Chatsworth Elementary School (2nd consecutive year) - 5th grade Gateway Growth
Gladden Middle School (2nd consecutive year) - (8th graders taking Algebra 1 - 100% pass rate)
Literacy Leader Banner:
Murray County High School - High School Outstanding Achievement
North Murray High School - High School Outstanding Achievement
John Hancock Banner:
Chatsworth Elementary School (2nd consecutive year)
Northwest Elementary School (Ribbon of Distinction)
Woodlawn Elementary School (Ribbon of Distinction)
These banners represent the hard work happening in classrooms every day. The Math Leader Awards recognize strong achievement or growth in the number of students reaching the Proficient Learner level in mathematics, while the Literacy Leader Awards celebrate schools showing large growth in the percentage of students reading at or above grade level.
The John Hancock Banner honors schools where at least 90% of eligible students demonstrate cursive writing proficiency, with the Ribbon of Distinction recognizing schools where students can write both their name and the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in cursive.
We are so proud of these students, teachers, and school leaders for the dedication it takes to earn these recognitions. Thank you to Superintendent Woods for taking the time to celebrate with us and recognize the great work happening in Murray County Schools!
Happy Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day!
Our maintenance team truly is the backbone of our school system. Whether it’s fixing something that broke overnight, preparing spaces for school events, or jumping in to help a program succeed, they are always ready to lend a hand. They support our schools, our staff, and each other in ways that often go unseen but are deeply appreciated.
Because of their dedication, our students and teachers can walk into buildings each day that are well cared for and ready for a full day of learning.
Please join us in saying thank you to these hardworking members of our Murray County Schools family. We are grateful for the pride they take in their work and the care they show our schools every single day.
These individuals represent the very best of our schools and community—serving others, leading well, and making a difference every day.
Murray County High School
Nominees: Iyali Perez, Caiti James, Ethan Peden
Community Champion: Braydon Colter
North Murray High School
Nominees: Ansley Buckner, Ella Headrick, Dylan Phillips, Dylan Rainey, Lucas Wiley
Community Champion: Landon Atkins
Pleasant Valley Innovative
Nominee: Braxton Stanley
Community Champion: Bryson Cannon
We were also proud to see several of our outstanding staff members recognized as Community Champion nominees, including Jennifer Cuenca and Chris Bishop. A special congratulations to Principal Audre Allen and her husband, Joe, who were named Community Champions.
We also want to celebrate two incredible partners who were recognized as Community Champions in their business fields: Chatsworth Ford and the Murray County Chamber of Commerce. We are grateful for the way they support our students, schools, and community.
They are often the steady presence behind the scenes… the listening ear, the calm voice, the helping hand. They support our students through challenges, celebrate their growth, connect families to resources, and walk alongside them during some of life’s hardest moments.
Their work may not always be seen, but its impact is felt in classrooms, homes, and throughout our entire community.
To our school social workers — thank you for your compassion, your dedication, and the heart you pour into serving our students and families. We are grateful for you this week and every week.
#NationalSchoolSocialWorkerWeek #MurrayCountySchools
We couldn’t let CTAE Month wrap up without recognizing our CTAE Director, Tara Robinette.
Tara does an outstanding job leading our Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education programs and helping create opportunities for students to succeed beyond high school. In addition to serving as CTAE Director, she also oversees Data Collections and Enrollment — roles that require a great deal of organization and dedication.
Thank you, Tara, for your leadership and the work you do for our students and staff!
As we wrap up CTAE Month, we want to end it where it truly belongs — with our incredible students.
Our CTAE students are what make these programs so special. Their dedication goes far beyond the classroom. They put in early mornings, late afternoons, extra practice, competitions, and countless hours perfecting their craft. They don’t just participate — they commit.
From agriculture to cosmetology, healthcare to business, culinary to construction, welding and beyond — our students are taking full advantage of every opportunity to grow, compete, and represent our schools with excellence.
Just last week, students traveled to compete at SkillsUSA and in Perry, bringing home multiple awards in their pathways. Their hard work, professionalism, and pride in their craft truly set them apart.
We are so proud of each of you. Your commitment, character, and drive are what make CTAE shine in our district. Keep chasing those goals — the future is bright because of you!
Today, we’re proud to shine a light on Jim Miller, Lead ESS teacher over the POWER Program at MCHS!
Nominated by Hailey Dale, Mr. Miller has been such a blessing to our Exceptional Student Services team. He leads with a true heart for service — not only caring deeply for his students, but walking alongside their families as well.
He has brought a special spark to the POWER program through his personality, dedication, and the honor he shows in serving our students each day. His commitment to accountability and responsibility sets the tone, and with Mr. Miller, no detail is overlooked.
We are so thankful for educators like Mr. Miller!
Our School Resource Officers are more than a badge. They are mentors, protectors, encouragers, and trusted adults our students can count on. They build relationships in the hallways, cheer at ballgames, visit classrooms, and step in wherever they are needed.
Because of their presence, our students and staff feel safer, supported, and cared for. Their commitment to serving our children and our community does not go unnoticed.
We are grateful for their partnership, their sacrifice, and their heart for Murray County. 💙
If you see one of our SROs today, take a moment to say thank you!
Just a friendly reminder that Murray County Schools will be closed for Mid-Winter Break, Monday, February 16, through Friday, February 20.
Enjoy your break, Murray family! 💙
At today’s Murray County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting, our STAR students and their selected teachers were recognized for their outstanding academic achievement. Congratulations to Landon Atkins (North Murray High School) and his selected teacher, Stacy Roland, and Owen Lam (Murray County High School) and his selected teacher, Keith Rollins. We are so proud of these students for their dedication and of the educators who have invested in them along the way.
We were also honored to see two of our very own recognized as Movers, Shakers, and Newsmakers — North Murray Assistant Principal Brooke Young and District Communications Coordinator Derichia Lynch. Their leadership and commitment to serving our schools and community truly make a difference.
Congratulations to all who were recognized this morning! Murray County is blessed with outstanding students, educators, and leaders.
These educators are introducing students to career pathways, hands-on learning, and real-world skills at such an important stage. Middle school is where curiosity begins to turn into confidence, and our CTAE teachers help spark that vision for the future.
We are so thankful for the creativity, encouragement, and heart they pour into our students each day. You are making a difference that will last far beyond the classroom.
All month long, we’re celebrating our incredible Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs. We’re kicking things off by spotlighting our amazing high school CTAE teachers and staff — the folks who pour into our students daily, guiding them with skill, patience, and heart. We are truly thankful for each of you and the work you do.
CTAE gives students hands-on learning experiences, industry certifications, and career pathways that lead to college, the workforce, and beyond. These programs help our students discover their talents and walk confidently into their futures — and we’re so grateful for the educators who make that possible.
🎉 Congratulations to Our STAR Students and Teachers! 🎉
Our Board of Education proudly recognized two outstanding students and the educators who helped shape their success through the STAR program.
North Murray High School
STAR Student: Landon Atkins
STAR Teacher: Stacy Roland, Bagley Middle School
Murray County High School
STAR Student: Owen Lam
STAR Teacher: Keith Rollins, Murray County High School
The STAR program honors Georgia’s highest-achieving seniors based on SAT scores and class ranking, along with the teachers who have made a lasting impact on their academic journey. We are so proud of these students and teachers for this well-deserved recognition!
South End Schools will be having a meeting next week at MCHS. RSVP required: https://rsvp.eftours.com/2bs9e5c (meeting details on the RSVP page). Attend in person for a chance at a $500 scholarship! Email Mr. Winkler (case.winkler@murray.k12.ga.us) OR Ms. Martin (kassandra.martin@murray.k12.ga.us) with any questions.
North End Schools, reach out to Ms. Henson (michelle.henson@murray.k12.ga.us) for details on how you can sign up for this trip of a lifetime!
