Today, Mercer County Schools proudly revealed our 2026 JASON Argonauts—and what an incredible group they are!
After a rigorous application and selection process through JASON Learning, three outstanding individuals have been chosen to represent our district on a summer expedition to Houston, Texas:
⭐ Dylan Donithan, 8th Grade – Princeton Middle School
⭐ Grace Michalsky, 11th Grade – PikeView High School
⭐ Ms. Peggy Moore, Teacher – PikeView High School
These Argonauts will take part in a once-in-a-lifetime learning experience, exploring real-world science alongside experts and bringing that knowledge back to inspire others.
Today’s surprise reveal was made even more special thanks to those who came to celebrate and support:
👏 Past Argonauts: Savannah Mongeni, Eva Coleman, Blake Blankenship, Miles Munique, and Finn Caudill
👏 Former Teacher Argonauts: Laiken Lucas and Teresa Barton
👏 Superintendent Ed Toman and Assistant Superintendent Rosemary Mitchell
👏 Board Members Paul Hodges and Mark Godfrey
👏 And the proud families of our newest Argonauts
This moment is a powerful reminder of the opportunities available to our students and educators—and the bright future ahead. 💙
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