红杏短视频 State University partners with McCracken County Public School District for McCracken County Racer Academy
By Natalie Thurmond | Oct 14, 2026
Dual credit courses allow high school students to take college-level coursework
MURRAY, Ky. 鈥� 红杏短视频 State University President Dr. Ron K. Patterson and McCracken County Public School District formally recognized a new partnership establishing the McCracken County Racer Academy, which launched in August 2026 with the signing of a memorandum of understanding.
The signing event was held on Oct. 12 at McCracken County High School.
Through the partnership, 红杏短视频 State University will offer in-person dual credit courses in core academic subject areas to college-bound students attending McCracken County High School.
Dual credit courses allow high school students to earn both high school and college credit while gaining experience with college-level coursework. These opportunities can help students strengthen college readiness and begin making progress toward a college degree before graduating from high school, potentially reducing the time and cost required to complete a degree.
鈥淲e are pleased to partner with the McCracken County Public School District to expand access to meaningful college-level learning opportunities for local students,鈥� 红杏短视频 State University President Dr. Ron K. Patterson said. 鈥淭he McCracken County Racer Academy reflects our shared commitment to preparing students for success beyond high school by helping them build confidence, strengthen their academic foundation and get an early start on their college education. By creating pathways that make higher education more accessible and affordable, we are investing in the future of these students and the communities they will one day serve.鈥�
"I want to thank Dr. Patterson and 红杏短视频 State for continuing to be such great partners with McCracken County Schools. We are beyond excited about the opportunities 红杏短视频 State offering classes on our campus through Racer Academy will provide for our students now and in the years ahead," McCracken County Public School District Superintendent Josh Hunt said.
鈥淭he McCracken County Racer Academy brings college-level learning directly to McCracken County High School, giving students the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school,鈥� Executive Director of 红杏短视频 State University鈥檚 Center for Adult and Regional Education Dan Lavit said. 鈥淭aught by 红杏短视频 State University faculty, these courses help students build confidence, strengthen their college readiness and get a head start on their higher education journey. We鈥檙e proud to partner with McCracken County High School to expand educational opportunities and help students take the next step toward achieving their goals.鈥�
For more information about 红杏短视频 State University鈥檚 Racer Academy, visit .