The Kentucky Department of Education Medication Administration Training Manual for Non-licensed School Personnel (2025) states “over-the-counter medications should not be administered in the school setting without a qualified health care provider’s order as well as signed parental consent.”
This will be the first year a health care provider’s signature is required on the District’s medication administration permission form. Prior to this year, all that was required on the form was the parent’s signature and dosing instructions.
The District acknowledges the hardship this policy change may cause for both families and our medical community. Steps and strategies to alleviate this burden were considered and discussed among school and healthcare leaders in our area. The ultimate result is the District must remain in compliance with requirements set forth by both the Kentucky Department of Education and the Kentucky School Boards Association.
This policy amendment was not made at the local level only. Every school system across our state must also abide by these changes. Each district has the option to opt out of administering all over-the-counter medications; however, Muhlenberg County school staff are committed to providing this service to students with the benefit of increased school attendance and student health and comfort.
Click on the following link to learn more about this change as well as access to the form: https://5il.co/3n6m1
Printed forms are available at each of our schools.
about 1 month ago, Carla Embry
📢If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a school bus driver, please contact our transportation director, Ms. Kim Dukes, at 270-338-2622 or by email at kimberly.dukes@muhlenberg.kyschools.us.🚌
about 1 month ago, Carla Embry
It's time to prepare for our mentoring program and we need your help! If you or someone you know would be willing to spend 30 minutes a week with one of our students to encourage and help make a difference, please attend one of our training sessions happening next week. Our mentoring program runs throughout the school year during school hours. For more information, please contact Carla Embry at 270-377-5019 and help us spread the word.
about 1 month ago, Carla Embry
As we all begin preparing for the 2025-2026 school year, please keep in mind the revised dress code for students in grades PreK-5th and grades 6th-12th.
The 10th Annual Lil Rager Memorial Ride took place this past weekend. On behalf of the Family Resource Center coordinators, we want to thank the Rager family for all the hard work they put into this event. So many families in our district will be blessed by their generosity!
about 2 months ago, Carla Embry
Attention English Learner families...
about 2 months ago, Carla Embry
Gerry Brooks, a Kentucky educator and social media personality, presented a powerful message at the Felix E. Martin, Jr. Hall yesterday morning. Educators from our district along with many surrounding districts attended and gained valuable tips to make the coming school year great! Thank you to SOAR and Muhlenberg County Schools for providing this event.
about 2 months ago, Carla Embry
Congratulations, Mrs. Kim Drake, and welcome to the Board of Education!
2 months ago, Carla Embry
Happy Independence Day!
2 months ago, Carla Embry
Congratulations to senior beta member, Isaiah Ball, who was just named National Champion in the Solo, Duo, Trio-Variety Act at the 2025 National Senior Beta Convention! Several senior betas are competing this week at national convention. Way to go, Isaiah!
3 months ago, Carla Embry
At the June Board Meeting, our district was recognized for receiving the National Beta District of Distinction Award. This award is given to school districts who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, leadership, development and service involvement. Along with this award, each of our schools received a plaque from National Beta.
A special thanks was extended to the following beta sponsors across our district who pour into this club and its members: BES-Tiffany Napier and Darla Durall; CCES-Brekelle Beadnell Thomas, Destin Everly, Hannah Noffsinger, Melinda Dorris, and Taylor Sublett; GES-Allison Ramsey, Alisia Carver, and Morgan Murphy; LES-Brittany Sharp; MSES-Sarah Brothers and Emily Harvey; MCMS-Kara Lear, Tanya Sparks, Venita Wright, Tamyra Coleman, Ashton Travis, Lisa Cunningham, and Alesha White; and MCHS-Amara Stroud, Michelle Armour, Missy Thompson, and Margi Hall.
Best wishes to all of our betas who will be traveling to National Beta Convention over the next two weeks!
3 months ago, Carla Embry
Congratulations to our newest participants in the "Grow Your Own Program" through Western Kentucky University. Out of several applicants, Mandi Burton from Bremen Elementary, Megan Stout from Greenville Elementary, and Riley Hafley from Greenville Elementary have been selected.
3 months ago, Carla Embry
WKU President Tim Caboni along with Assistant Vice President Jennifer Smith visited our Board of Education today as a part of the president's Big Red Road Trip. Superintendent Contessa Orr and Instructional Supervisor Stacie Jones discussed ways Western Kentucky University can be a more active community partner within our district and community.
3 months ago, Carla Embry
Congratulations to Mrs. Nika Ball who has been selected as our new principal at Muhlenberg County High School! Mrs. Ball has worked in our school system for twelve years and has five years past experience of being one of the assistant principals at the high school. She is a very familiar face in our high school and we are excited to see her in this new role!
3 months ago, Carla Embry
Congratulations to our new payroll clerk at the Central Office, Mrs. Renee Kirtley!
3 months ago, Carla Embry
Teachers across the district spent several hours this week in Kagan training, learning and practicing new techniques to implement in the coming school year. These newly learned strategies will increase student engagement, participation, and teamwork.
Thank you to trainer Tammy Leis for traveling all the way from Kansas to spend your week with us!
3 months ago, Carla Embry
In observance of Memorial Day, all Muhlenberg County School buildings will be closed Monday, May 26. Summer feeding will begin on Tuesday, May 27.
