Bring the whole family and join in on a night full of football, fun, and Halloween spirit!
👻 Kids can trick-or-treat in the bleachers before the game and again at halftime — so don’t forget your costumes and candy!
The district is proud of these players, coaches, and staff for an incredible season so far — congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment!
Eton Elementary’s walking trail has long been a great resource for our students, families, and community — and now it has even more to offer! Thanks to United Way’s Make A Difference Day, a new Born Learning Trail has been added to help children learn and explore through play.
We celebrated the project with a small ribbon cutting, and we are so grateful to our United Way partners for making this possible and to our Murray County Schools Maintenance Department for helping install the posts and bring this addition to life.
We hope you’ll stop by, take a walk, and enjoy this fun new learning experience with your family! 💙
We want to wish both of our middle school football teams — Gladden and Bagley — the very best of luck as they face off in today’s championship game!
We’re so proud of both programs, their coaches, and every student-athlete who’s worked hard all season to earn this moment. 💪
These are our future Indians and Mountaineers, and no matter the final score, Murray County wins today! 💚💛
#WeAreMurray#GoWarriors #GoBlazers
This week’s spotlight shines on Mrs. Gribble and the entire 5th-grade team at Spring Place Elementary!
They were nominated by parent Jacklyn Dixon, who shared her appreciation for the team’s dedication and the wonderful job they’re doing helping students learn and grow each day.
Thank you, Mrs. Gribble and the 5th-grade team: Mrs. Linginfelter, Miss Parrish, and Mrs. Williams, for your hard work, heart, and commitment to your students!
📅 Today marks the end of the first 8 weeks of the grading period!
It’s a great time to pause and do a quick self-check — how’s your attendance shaping up so far this year? Every day counts! When students are in class, they’re learning, connecting, and growing toward their goals. 🌟
Let’s finish the semester strong by showing up, staying engaged, and remembering that attendance matters — every single day counts toward success!
We’re proud to share the winners of the 2025–2026 North Georgia Fair Art Show! Each of these students showcased incredible creativity and skill, representing Murray County Schools with excellence.
We are so proud of our students and their teachers for encouraging artistic expression and celebrating the arts in our schools.
📚 Testing Notification for Homeschool Students
The Murray County School District is pleased to share information about testing opportunities available to local homeschool students for the 2025–2026 school year.
In accordance with Georgia Senate Bill 63, homeschool students residing in Murray County may register to participate in PSAT, SAT, and AP testing offered at our district schools.
🗓 Registration deadlines and details can be found in the graphic below.
🔗 To register, please complete the form here: https://forms.gle/Mven1pv41v2NdJWh8
For any questions, please reach out to Dr. Jenny Lock, Director of Assessment & Grades 6–12, at jenny.lock@murray.k12.ga.us
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Today, we’re celebrating the dedicated men and women who safely transport our students to and from school each day.
Our bus drivers are often the first and last friendly faces our students see each school day — greeting them with a smile, ensuring their safety on the road, and setting a positive tone for learning.
Their commitment keeps Murray County Schools rolling!
Please join us in thanking our incredible transportation team for all they do for our students and schools.
🎁 Toys for Tots Registration Now Open!
Murray County Schools is proud to help share this great opportunity for families in our community!
Toys for Tots has been serving Murray and Gordon Counties since 2018, making sure every child has a gift to open on Christmas morning. 🎄
Families with children ages 0–17 (or 18 if still in school) can register now through November 30, 2025, at
https://calhoun-ga.toysfortots.org/local-coordinator-sites/lco-sites/default.aspx?nPageID=0&nPreviewInd=0&nRedirectInd=3
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Proof of residence and guardianship will be required at pickup during distribution.
Let’s work together to make sure no child in our community goes without a Christmas gift this year! ❤️
🥗 National School Lunch Week 🍎
Our schools have been celebrating all week, and Bagley Middle School had a special guest server today — Isaiah Mack! Students were thrilled to meet him as he joined our incredible School Nutrition team to help serve lunch and celebrate National School Lunch Week.
Isaiah is a Whitfield County native and graduate of Northwest High School, who went on to play football at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has since played professionally in the NFL.
Between lunch periods, students lined up for photos and autographs, and Isaiah made sure to take time with everyone. It was a truly enjoyable day filled with smiles, delicious food, and a sense of community spirit!
A big thank-you to Isaiah for making this day extra special!
Today we celebrate our Superintendent, Dr. Tim Wright, whose leadership, dedication, and heart make Murray County Schools a great place to learn and work.
Dr. Wright is always working hard for our district, putting students first in every decision. He has a heart for our teachers and staff and believes in the potential of every student in Murray County Schools.
We are so proud to have a leader who leads with integrity, vision, and care. Wishing you the best day, Dr. Wright — you truly make a difference every day!
This week’s Good News Spotlight shines on Mrs. Amy Phillips, Cafeteria Manager at Bagley Middle School!
Mrs. Phillips was nominated by Media Specialist Stacy Roland, who shared:
“Mrs. Amy Phillips, our amazing lunchroom manager, works hard every day to put a smile on students’ faces—not only through her positive attitude but also through the nutritious meals she serves. She is deeply committed to meeting students’ needs while also taking their suggestions and mixing up the menu to keep it exciting and delicious for everyone. But more than the meals, it’s her kindness and gentle heart that will always be remembered by students and staff.”
Thank you, Mrs. Phillips, for serving our students with care, creativity, and heart. Your dedication makes Bagley Middle—and all of Murray County Schools—shine a little brighter!
The Murray County Board of Education has once again been recognized by the Georgia School Boards Association as an Exemplary School Board for 2025 — a distinction they have earned for more than eight consecutive years!
This honor reflects their commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in governance. To achieve this level of recognition, our Board exceeds the Georgia Department of Education’s required training hours, conducts regular self-assessments, and participates in evaluations by outside stakeholders.
We are grateful for their dedication, leadership, and consistent effort to go above and beyond in serving the students, staff, and families of Murray County Schools. 💚🏫
#MurrayCountySchools #ExemplarySchoolBoard #YouAreMurray #LeadershipInAction
Link: https://forms.gle/3c4thZzygfQbeFf78
This week, we celebrated Georgia Pre-K Week — a time to recognize the incredible impact of early learning and the dedicated educators who make it possible!
Here in Murray County, we are proud to have an amazing Pre-K program led by Director Amanda Kimsey and staffed by outstanding teachers who give our youngest learners the best start possible.
Throughout the week, classrooms across the district welcomed special guest readers, including an annual favorite — Senator Chuck Payne! Thank you to all our readers and staff for making this week so special for our students.
🌟 Did You Know?
- The Georgia Pre-K Program was established in 1992 and is one of the first state-funded universal pre-kindergarten programs in the nation.
- It serves over 80,000 four-year-olds each year across Georgia.
- The program focuses on building a solid foundation in literacy, math, and social-emotional development — preparing children for success in kindergarten and beyond.
👧🧒 Follow the Fun!
Want to see more of the exciting things happening with our earliest learners? Follow Murray County Schools Pre-K on Facebook to catch a glimpse inside our classrooms and celebrate our youngest little learners in action!
This month, we celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools every day. Our Murray County principals do so much more than manage buildings—they build relationships, foster learning, and create environments where students and staff can thrive.
Whether they’re greeting students at the door, cheering from the sidelines, or supporting teachers behind the scenes, our principals lead with heart, dedication, and a deep love for their schools.
Join us in thanking each of our principals for the countless ways they make a difference in the lives of our students, staff, and community!
North Murray High School’s own Hudson Hulett has been named the Georgia High School Football Daily – Player of the Week!
Hudson has rushed for 1,157 yards so far this season, becoming the first quarterback in the state to surpass 1,000 rushing yards this year. Ted Langford with Georgia High School Football Daily presented Hudson with the award today.
In true Mountaineer spirit, Hudson credited his teammates and all of the NMHS students and staff for contributing to his success.
Honorable mentions were:
Offense: Layten Myers, Eli Smith, and the offensive line—Eddie Diaz, Robbie Herndon, Luca Burns, Sampson Suddeth, Caden Bowen, and Blane Tarvin.
Defense: Jacob Daley, Julio Perez, and Brayson Taylor.
Special Teams- Placekicker: Pablo Martinez.
Congratulations to Hudson on this incredible honor and to the entire North Murray Mountaineer football team and coaching staff for their hard work and dedication!
This week’s Good News Spotlight shines on the incredible Woodlawn Elementary nutrition team!
They were nominated by Principal Pam Rich, who shared:
“I have the most fabulous cafeteria staff ever! They go way above and beyond for all of our students. They jump through hoops daily — from meeting the needs of PreK–5th graders with allergies, to preparing meals for HeadStart, to making sure every child who arrives late still gets a good breakfast before starting the day.
They embrace every crazy dress-up day, fix breakfast for lunch (complete with biscuits and gravy!), and pour their hearts into everything they do. These ladies are SO AMAZING — they certainly don’t do it for the money. They do it because of the love they have for our students and their dedication to making a difference. They recently scored a 100 on their food service inspection report, but I give them a 110!”
👏 Thank you to the Woodlawn Elementary cafeteria team for your kindness, creativity, and commitment to our students — you truly make a difference every single day!
🏅 Board Recognitions
At last night’s monthly board meeting, the Murray County Board of Education recognized several outstanding achievements!
Congratulations to North Murray High School student, Malia Schmidt, who was honored for earning the State Championship title in Track and Field! Malia claimed first place in the 400-meter dash with an impressive time of 57.42 seconds.
The Board also recognized the Nutrition Staff from Northwest Elementary School for receiving the Cafeteria Award of Excellence from the Georgia Department of Education—one of only 22 schools in the entire state to earn this distinction!
Pictured left to right: Nutrition Director Amanda Ridley, Meggin Shoemaker, Chelsea Shipman (Manager), Kathy Choate, Patricia Martin, Leigh Ann Shoemaker, and Principal Amy Petty.
We’re proud of these incredible accomplishments!
