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🎉 Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺💙 Today, we celebrate the heart of our schools — our incredible school nurses! From managing daily health concerns to providing comfort during tough moments, our nurses go above and beyond to keep students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. Thank you for your compassion, care, and commitment. You are an essential part of our school community, and we are so grateful for all that you do! Drop a comment below to show some love for your school nurse! 👇 #SchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #YouAreMurray

🎉✏️ Today we celebrated Teacher Signing Day for a special group of seniors who have committed to a future in education! These students are taking the first step toward shaping the next generation, and we couldn’t be prouder. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 Congratulations to our future educators: North Murray High School • Jacob Dean Ellis • Addisyn Kynlee Faulknor Murray County High School • Madison Ellis • Jessica Francisco • Kaydence Locke • Brittany Shoemaker • MaKayla Stanley Also, a special thank you to their teachers Jennifer Weaver and Beth Granger for sharing the love of education with these students. We are incredibly grateful for our continued partnership with Dalton State College, and we were honored to have Dr. Fuchko, President of Dalton State College, join us for this important milestone and to cheer on his future Roadrunners. A heartfelt thank you to Board of Education member and retired educator Mrs. Renda Baggett, who shared inspiring words with our students about the power of teaching and the difference each of them can make. We are so proud of these young leaders and excited for all that’s ahead as they prepare to #TeachinthePeach! 🍑 #gaeducatorssigningday25#gafutureeducator#CTAEdelivers#TeachinthePeach

🎉 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight: Spring Place Elementary & Murray County Pre-K! Today, we’re roaring with pride as we shine the spotlight on the Tigers of Spring Place Elementary and the incredible educators at Murray County Pre-K! 🐯 To our Tiger teachers: Your energy, compassion, and commitment to excellence make Spring Place a place where students feel seen, supported, and encouraged to do their best. Whether you’re guiding little hands through writing or cheering on big milestones, you do it all with heart. Thank you for helping our Tigers thrive! 🧸To our Pre-K teachers: You are the first spark in a child’s educational journey — and what a powerful spark it is. From morning songs to afternoon stories, you pour love and learning into every moment. Your patience, joy, and creativity lay the foundation for a lifetime of success. Your work matters more than words can say — and this week, we celebrate YOU. Check back each day this week as we spotlight each of our amazing schools and the teachers who make them so special! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek #YouAreMurray #SpringPlaceTigers #MurrayCountyPreK

🎉 Board of Education Recognitions 🎉 At last night’s board meeting, we celebrated excellence across our district! 📝 Young Georgia Authors Writing Competition System Winners – These talented K-12 students wowed us with their creativity and passion for writing. 🏅 GADOE Recognitions Ashleigh Saenz-Orellana (MCHS) – Exemplary English Learner Kelly Page (SPES) – Exemplary ESOL Teacher 🏀 Lady Indians Basketball Team – Honored for their incredible season as STATE RUNNERS-UP! Your hard work, determination, and teamwork made our community proud. 🎓 Retiring Teachers and Staff – We also honored our dedicated retirees who have served Murray County Schools with heart and commitment. Thank you for your years of service and the lasting impact you’ve made on our students and schools. Congratulations to all of our honorees! #YouAreMurray #SettingOfYourSuccess

Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight: Chatsworth Elementary & Coker Elementary! This week, we’re celebrating the incredible educators who shape the hearts and minds of our students — and today, we're giving a special shoutout to the Chiefs of Chatsworth Elementary and the Cubs of Coker Elementary! 👩‍🏫 To our Chiefs: You lead with heart, passion, and purpose. Your commitment to building strong foundations for every student shows in every classroom moment — from early morning greetings to the last bell of the day. Thank you for helping your students grow into confident, capable learners! 🐾 To our Cubs: Your caring spirits and boundless creativity make learning fun, meaningful, and lasting. Every day, you guide your students with kindness and encouragement — and it shows in every smile, high five, and lightbulb moment. Your impact echoes far beyond the classroom. THANK YOU for all you do to inspire, nurture, and empower our youngest learners. 💙 📅 Check back each day this week as we spotlight each one of our amazing schools and the teachers who make them so special! #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek #YouAreMurray #ChatsworthChiefs #CokerCubs

MCS Families - Please be aware there may be some delays with buses today due to the weather. Some buses were delayed leaving school and may be delayed dropping off. Thanks for understanding, as we work to put student safety first.

🥄✨ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! ✨🥄 Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible School Nutrition teams who fuel our students each and every day—with a smile, a warm meal, and a heart for service! From our cafeteria heroes at every Murray County school to the dedicated leaders behind the scenes, we are grateful for your tireless work and your impact on student health and success. A special shoutout to our district team: Amanda Ridley, School Nutrition Director Melissa Land, Administrative Assistant Tina Garland, Bookkeeper Natasha Cox, Nutrition Training Manager Your leadership, organization, and care keep everything running smoothly, and our students and staff are better because of YOU! Help us thank our nutrition heroes in the comments below! 🥗🥪🍎 #SchoolLunchHeroDay #YouAreMurray #MurrayEatsWell

Reminder: Monthly food drop this Saturday at North Murray High School.

🎉 Happy National Principals Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the incredible leaders who help shape the heart of our schools—our principals! 💙 From early mornings to late evenings, they guide, support, and inspire our students and staff every single day. To our principals across Murray County Schools: Thank you for your dedication, your vision, and your unwavering commitment to student success. You are champions for education, and we are so grateful for everything you do! 👏 Let’s show them some love in the comments! Drop a thank-you note or a favorite memory with your principal below. ⬇️ #ThankAPrincipal #YouAreMurray #NationalPrincipalsDay

Meeting Notice – Murray County Board of Education It's that time of year again......budget season! The Murray County Board of Education will hold a budget workshop as advertised below. The Regular Board Meeting will take place at the Gladden Middle School Gym. 🪑 We’re expecting a big crowd thanks to all the amazing students and staff we’ll be recognizing, and the gym gives us plenty of space to celebrate together! Everyone is welcome, and we’d love to see you there—whether you’re interested in the budget, the recognitions, or just want to be part of what’s happening in Murray County Schools! Monday May 5, 2025 Budget Workshop - 2:00 pm - Central Office Board Room Work Session - 5:30 pm - Central Office Board Room Regular Session - 6:15 pm - Gladden Middle School

Check out our most recent More to Murray Spotlight. The ART of Expression. A look inside the amazing art program of Murray County Schools.

🎉 Today we celebrate the heart of every school and department — our Administrative Professionals! 💙 Your hard work, organization, and kindness keep everything running smoothly, and we are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for being the steady hands and warm smiles behind the scenes. You make Murray County Schools a better place every single day. 🌟 #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #YouAreMurray

🎉 Congratulations to Eton Elementary for earning 2nd place in funds raised for the Pinwheels for Prevention campaign! 💙🌟 They were recognized today at the Annual Pinwheels for Prevention Ceremony hosted by the Family Support Council, in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month. We’re so proud of our students and staff for supporting such an important cause—raising awareness and advocating for children in our community. 💙👧👦 #PinwheelsForPrevention #YouAreMurray

We are so proud of the amazing parents who completed a year-long English class offered through our school system! These parents of English Learner (EL) students dedicated themselves to learning and growing so they can better support their families and children. This program is about more than language—it’s about building community, connection, and confidence. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de los padres increíbles que completaron una clase de inglés de un año ofrecida por nuestro sistema escolar! Estos padres de estudiantes del idioma inglés (EL) se comprometieron a aprender y crecer para apoyar mejor a sus familias e hijos. Este programa es más que un idioma—se trata de construir comunidad, conexión y confianza.

Don't forget this Friday, April 18, 2025, is a DL day for all students at Murray County Schools.

📣 April Board Recognitions | Celebrating Excellence in Murray County Schools 🌟 At this month’s Board of Education meeting, we had the privilege of recognizing some incredible students and staff members who continue to go above and beyond. Help us celebrate their achievements! 🎉 🏆 SkillsUSA State Champions – North Murray High School Kyle Shoemaker – 1st Place, Sports Hype Video 🎥 Olivia Thomison – Runner-Up, Job Skills Demonstration 💼 🥇 FCCLA Region Champions – North Murray High School Verenise De Leon Mazariegos – 1st Place, Creative Showpiece ✨ Karina Luna – 1st Place, Baking and Pastry 🍰 Fernanda Luna – 1st Place, Hospitality and Tourism (with a nearly perfect score of 99.33!) Gail Brewster – 2nd Place, Fashion Construction 👗 👏 Special thanks to the amazing teachers who support these students, Mr. Hobbs, Mrs. Higgins, and Chef Coffey! 🛠️ Engineering and Technology Education Program – North Murray High School Mr. Kevin Henry was recognized for completing industry certification for the Engineering and Technology Education Program. This important milestone ensures our students are receiving high-quality, career-ready instruction. 🙌 🏅 SkillsUSA State Champions – Murray County High School Zahir Trejo, Om Patel, and Antero Jarquin – 1st Place, Chapter Display Team 🖼 👏 Huge thanks to Mr. Ben Oliver for guiding this team to success! 📝 Georgia AA Literary State Champion – Murray County High School Owen Lam – 1st Place, Argumentative Essay 📚 Way to go, Owen! 📚 District Library Media Specialist of the Year We are proud to honor Allison Harrison from Spring Place Elementary as the District Library Media Specialist of the Year! 🏅 💬 Thank you to Adriane Ellis and Christy Ballew for sharing about Allison’s incredible impact on our students and staff. 👏 Please join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals! #YouAreMurray

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💼 North Murray Career Connect | AME - Advancing Murray's Entrepreneurs Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce—and thanks to a powerful partnership between Murray County Schools and the Murray County Chamber of Commerce, Career Connects are helping bridge the gap between education and employment. Through this initiative, local businesses and community leaders are stepping into our schools, offering career insight, mentorship, and real-world connections that empower our students to dream bigger and plan smarter. Together, we’re building futures right here in Murray County—one connection at a time. #CareerConnect#MurrayMeansBusiness #YouAreMurray

Reminder: Next Friday, April 18th, is a scheduled Distance Learning Day. Students will work from home, allowing our teachers and staff to participate in state-mandated professional learning. Thank you for your support as we continue to grow and improve!

📚✨ Happy National Assistant Principal Week! ✨📚 This week, we celebrate the incredible assistant principals who help make our schools stronger every single day. From supporting teachers and students to ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, our APs wear many hats—and they wear them all with dedication, compassion, and heart. Their impact is felt in every hallway, classroom, and conversation. Join us in giving a big THANK YOU to the amazing assistant principals of Murray County Schools! 👏👏👏 #NationalAssistantPrincipalWeek #ThankYouAPs#YouAreMurray