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  • State Scores Show Continued Growth

    Crittenden County Schools defines its core value of excellence as being better tomorrow than we are today. Certainly, that core value was evident when Kentucky  Summative Assessment scores were received earlier this fall. The district’s middle and high schools achieved a notable green ranking, while the elementary school showed growth, moving up a level on the state’s accountability system. With success in science leading the way, Crittenden County Elementary School moved from last year’s orange rank to a yellow. Principal Laurie Holcomb said the school’s reduction of novice in both science and reading were of particular importance. The number of proficient and distinguished learners in science increased, while reading scores held consistent from last year’s. The middle school showed gains in proficient and distinguished levels of reading, as well as a reduction in its novice population of readers. On-Demand Writing scores were above the state average at 52% proficient/distinguished, an increase from the previous year’s result. Additionally, the school moved from a yellow rating on its climate and safety scores to a green.  At the high school, significant improvement was made in four out of five tested areas, with the greatest gains realized in math. In fact, the school’s combined reading and math score transitioned from green last year to blue (the highest level of performance). Principal Josh Cook credited a united effort for the school’s success. "The results are a true testament to the united teamwork here at CCHS,” said Cook. “This wasn’t just a math department or a science department initiative," he continued, “it was a whole-school approach to prepare our students for success not only in school, but also for what comes next.” Superintendent Tonya Driver says she is excited about the district’s improvement and continued growth and expects more positive results in the future.  “This is a time to celebrate our academic successes with all stakeholders,” she said, “and to use this data to identify opportunities where we can become even better. Our vision is to launch students to personal success in an ever-evolving world, and these results show us that the hard work and effort put forth by our staff, families, and especially, our students, is helping us achieve that.”

    Thursday, Nov 20 2025

  • Celebrate Veteran's Day With Us

    We are honored to host our annual Veteran's Day program at Rocket Arena this year on Tuesday, Nov. 11, beginning at 9 a.m., at Rocket Arena. Everyone is welcome  to attend. Please enter through the top of Rocket Arena. (An accessible entry for those requiring assistance is located at the bottom of Rocket Arena.)  Our friends at Marion Baptist Church will provide a free lunch reception immediately following the program, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., for veterans and their families.  We look forward to celebrating this special day with you.

    Friday, Oct 24 2025

  • Digital Citizenship Week

    Nationwide, this week is Digital Citizenship Week! In all of our schools, we have been discussing how to be a good digital citizen and utilize online resources safely and appropriately. Take a look at the tips below and share with your children. There are opportunities to win prizes through digital games linked to students' Google classrooms.  We also want to celebrate our own Digital Learning Coach, Laura Kinder, who has been an amazing addition to our Rocket Family. She has compiled these resources and works tirelessly to support our students, staff, and families with digital tools and resources to enhance learning and launch our students to success in an ever-evolving world. #BelieveInBlue

    Thursday, Oct 23 2025

  • Fall Break

    Have a safe and fun Fall Break! We'll see you back on Monday, Oct. 13!

    Friday, Oct 03 2025

  • New Attendance Platform Aims To Improve Student Succes

    National chronic absenteeism rates have eased slightly from their pandemic-era highs but remain far above pre-2019 levels—still more than 50 percent higher in many states. Today, roughly one in four students misses enough school to be considered chronically absent, meaning they are absent for at least 10 percent of the school year. Research consistently shows that students with high rates of absenteeism are far less likely to graduate on time and more likely to struggle academically. Patterns of absenteeism often start early: children who are frequently absent in kindergarten and first grade are much more likely to fall behind in reading and math and face greater risks of dropping out later. As Crittenden County Director of Pupil Personnel, Diana Lusby, emphasizes, every day in school is a crucial step in building the foundation for lifelong learning. To help improve student outcomes, Crittenden County has partnered with SchoolStatus to launch a data-driven attendance management solution designed to reduce absenteeism and re-engage students and families. Lusby said the new system, SchoolStatus Attend, will go into effect tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 26, and will proactively address attendance challenges, streamline intervention processes, and empower staff with real-time insights. “Improving attendance is about more than compliance;” said Lusby, it’s about opportunity. This new system gives us the clarity and tools to intervene early and connect with families in meaningful ways.” SchoolStatus Attend automates many of the district’s current attendance outreach processes, ensuring letters go out on time. SchoolStatus also helps build a culture of encouragement by combining real-time student data insights with positive reinforcement, celebrating improved and excellent attendance. And celebrating such gains in attendance, according to Crittenden County High School Principal Josh Cook, is a top priority.  “We want our students to be here,” said Cook. “Not only does good attendance instill habits that future employers desire and expect, but missing a day of high school can mean missing out on opportunities to learn, grow, and celebrate with classmates.” The high school joins both the middle and elementary schools in regularly hosting unannounced culture-building events, such as National Ice Cream day last week where students and staff enjoyed their favorite ice cream cones when school administration arrived to classrooms and offices with the sweet surprise. The vision of Crittenden County Schools is to launch students to personal success in an ever-evolving world. District administrators are excited that SchoolStatus Attend will contribute to that vision. For more information about the SchoolStatus Attend launch and its impact on district attendance initiatives, please contact Lusby at diana.lusby@crittenden.kyschools.us.  ###

    Thursday, Sep 25 2025

  • Tomorrow is Student Appreciation Day!

    Rockets, you don't want to miss this! Tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 9, is Student Appreciation Day! Each school has some awesome activities planned, including inflatables, snow cones, and cotton candy at the elementary school; and pajama and hat day and snow cones at the middle and high schools; 7th and 8th graders will even get to choose their lockers, with the classes with the best attendance getting first pick!  We can't wait for a fun day with our Rockets! 

    Monday, Sep 08 2025

  • Thank You, Sheriff's Department!

    Friday night, we celebrated a win on the field...and off the field! We want to thank Evan Head and the Crittenden County sheriff's office for  partnering with us on our core value of safety. With their assistance, we were able to use our portable Open Gate security system to further extend safety protocols for our students, staff, parents, and fans. We believe in our community, our students, and our schools, and we  #BelieveInBlu e! Go Rockets!

    Monday, Sep 08 2025

  • Sept. 8-12 Is Safe Schools Week

    Rocket Nation, Safety is our top priority and one of our core values at Crittenden County Schools. Sept. 8-12 is a week designated to focus on school safety and is termed Kentucky Safe Schools Week. We are asking for your help by taking the "Focus on School Safety" pledge with your student. Click the following link and join us all in making a commitment to our students and their safety:  https://kycss.org/safe-schools-week/safety-week-pledge/

    Monday, Sep 08 2025

  • Moment of Silence

    Rocket Families,  In accordance with KRS 158.175, Crittenden County Schools will begin each instructional day with a moment of silence. During this time, students may meditate, pray, or engage in any other silent activity that does not interfere with others.  According to KRS 158.175: *The moment of silence will last at least one minute, but not more than two minutes. *Students must remain seated and silent, making no distracting displays, so that each student may focus on his or her own quiet exercise. *School personnel cannot provide instruction or guidance on how students should use this time. We encourage our families to speak with their students about how they may wish to use this time to provide a calm and focused start to their day.

    Monday, Sep 01 2025

  • Rocket Mascot Shop

    We're excited to roll out our own Rocket Mascot Shop! Get your gear today! #BelieveInBlue

    Monday, Aug 25 2025