📸 Summer Learning Spotlight is Back! 🌞📚
Last summer, Mercer County Schools received such an amazing response to our Summer Learning Spotlight campaign that we're bringing it back for Summer 2026!
We love seeing our students learning, exploring, and growing beyond the classroom. Whether you're visiting a museum, hiking a trail, reading a great book, learning a new skill, or exploring a new place, we want to celebrate your summer adventures!
🌍 Ideas for Summer Learning:
📚 Reading at your local library
🏛️ Visiting museums or historical sites
🥾 Exploring local, state, or national parks
🎨 Attending camps, workshops, or classes
🔬 Discovering science, art, or music
🍳 Learning a new recipe or skill
🎓 Touring a college campus
🦁 Visiting a zoo, aquarium, or planetarium
🤝 Volunteering in your community
📬 To be featured, send us:
✅ A photo of your summer learning experience
✅ Student's name
✅ Grade for the 2026-2027 school year
✅ School they will attend
Email submissions to aharriso@k12.wv.us.
We'll share some of our favorite submissions throughout the summer on our social media pages! Let's show everyone that learning doesn't stop when school is out. 💡✨
#MCSLearnsAllSummer #MercerCountySchools #SummerLearning2026
Last summer, Mercer County Schools received such an amazing response to our Summer Learning Spotlight campaign that we're bringing it back for Summer 2026!
We love seeing our students learning, exploring, and growing beyond the classroom. Whether you're visiting a museum, hiking a trail, reading a great book, learning a new skill, or exploring a new place, we want to celebrate your summer adventures!
🌍 Ideas for Summer Learning:
📚 Reading at your local library
🏛️ Visiting museums or historical sites
🥾 Exploring local, state, or national parks
🎨 Attending camps, workshops, or classes
🔬 Discovering science, art, or music
🍳 Learning a new recipe or skill
🎓 Touring a college campus
🦁 Visiting a zoo, aquarium, or planetarium
🤝 Volunteering in your community
📬 To be featured, send us:
✅ A photo of your summer learning experience
✅ Student's name
✅ Grade for the 2026-2027 school year
✅ School they will attend
Email submissions to aharriso@k12.wv.us.
We'll share some of our favorite submissions throughout the summer on our social media pages! Let's show everyone that learning doesn't stop when school is out. 💡✨
#MCSLearnsAllSummer #MercerCountySchools #SummerLearning2026
📣 Mercer County Schools Celebrates Healthy Schools in Action Grant Awards! 🎉
Mercer County Schools is proud to announce that three schools have been selected to receive funding through the 2026 Be ActiveWV Grant Program, administered by the Center for ActiveWV at West Virginia University. Each school will receive a $10,000 grant in recognition of their active participation in the Healthy Schools in Action Project and their commitment to increasing physical activity opportunities for students.
🏆 Congratulations to:
✅ Oakvale Elementary School – $10,000 Grant Award
✅ Mountain Valley Elementary School – $10,000 Grant Award
✅ Montcalm High School – $10,000 Grant Award
These funds will help our schools enhance opportunities for students to be active throughout the school day and beyond, supporting healthier lifestyles and improved student wellness. The grants will be used to develop walking trails that will be designated as "Mountaineer Miles".
#MercerCountySchools #HealthySchoolsInAction #BeActiveWV #StudentWellness #HealthyKidsHealthySchools #MountaineerMile #MercerProud
Pictured are representatives from Oakvale Elementary, Mountain Valley Elementary, and Montcalm High School receiving their Be ActiveWV Grant Awards. 📸🏅
Mercer County Schools is proud to announce that three schools have been selected to receive funding through the 2026 Be ActiveWV Grant Program, administered by the Center for ActiveWV at West Virginia University. Each school will receive a $10,000 grant in recognition of their active participation in the Healthy Schools in Action Project and their commitment to increasing physical activity opportunities for students.
🏆 Congratulations to:
✅ Oakvale Elementary School – $10,000 Grant Award
✅ Mountain Valley Elementary School – $10,000 Grant Award
✅ Montcalm High School – $10,000 Grant Award
These funds will help our schools enhance opportunities for students to be active throughout the school day and beyond, supporting healthier lifestyles and improved student wellness. The grants will be used to develop walking trails that will be designated as "Mountaineer Miles".
#MercerCountySchools #HealthySchoolsInAction #BeActiveWV #StudentWellness #HealthyKidsHealthySchools #MountaineerMile #MercerProud
Pictured are representatives from Oakvale Elementary, Mountain Valley Elementary, and Montcalm High School receiving their Be ActiveWV Grant Awards. 📸🏅
Bus 684 about 20 minutes behind this morning, Monday June 15th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Bus 636 will not run this morning, but will run this afternoon, Monday, June 15th. This affects Lashmeet Matoaka, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High.
Bus 663 will not run today, Monday, June 15th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Our newest Mercer County Board of Education members are investing in learning and leadership! 📚
Mr. Keith Gunnoe, Mr. Shawn Vest, and Dr. Deborah Akers are attending the West Virginia School Board Association New Board Member Orientation at Canaan Valley this weekend. The training provides valuable insight into school governance, ethics, policy, finance, and the important role board members play in supporting student success. Superintendent Toman joined the orientation virtually.
We appreciate their commitment to serving the students, staff, and families of Mercer County Public Schools and look forward to the leadership they will bring to our district. #MercerProud #MCPSWV #SchoolBoardLeadership
🌟 Mercer County, let’s rally behind one of our own! 🌟
Hayden Harsanyi has made history as the first Mercer County Public Schools student selected as a finalist in the prestigious MetroNews Scholar Contest, presented in partnership with West Virginia Wesleyan College and participating sponsors.
Hayden is competing for a full scholarship, and online voting is an important part of the selection process. Let’s show her the support of our Mercer County community and help her achieve this incredible opportunity!
🗳️ Vote for Hayden here: https://wvscholar.com/finalists/
Vote for Hayden
Every vote counts. Let’s bring this scholarship home to Mercer County! 💙💛 #MercerProud #MCPSWV #MetroNewsScholar #SupportOurStudents
Building Connections Beyond the Office! 🌞
Mercer County Public Schools Central Office staff enjoyed a wonderful evening together at our annual picnic at Glenwood Park. While we may not have taken many pictures, that's because everyone was too busy enjoying great food, great conversations, and even better company!
A special thank you to Tyler and Emma, children of our Purchasing Director, Lindsey Lucas, for stepping in as our official photographers' models for the evening. They were absolutely convinced that Superintendent Toman was once a WWE wrestler—and after seeing some of his poses, we're not entirely sure they've been convinced otherwise! 😂
Events like these remind us that a positive workplace culture is built on relationships, laughter, and time spent together. We are grateful for this amazing team and all they do for the students, staff, and families of Mercer County.
💙 One Team. One Mission. One Mercer County. 💙
Mercer County Public Schools Central Office staff enjoyed a wonderful evening together at our annual picnic at Glenwood Park. While we may not have taken many pictures, that's because everyone was too busy enjoying great food, great conversations, and even better company!
A special thank you to Tyler and Emma, children of our Purchasing Director, Lindsey Lucas, for stepping in as our official photographers' models for the evening. They were absolutely convinced that Superintendent Toman was once a WWE wrestler—and after seeing some of his poses, we're not entirely sure they've been convinced otherwise! 😂
Events like these remind us that a positive workplace culture is built on relationships, laughter, and time spent together. We are grateful for this amazing team and all they do for the students, staff, and families of Mercer County.
💙 One Team. One Mission. One Mercer County. 💙
Come out and enjoy food and some fun activities!
Bus 641 will not run today, Thursday, June 11th. This affects Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Bus 699, which is a special needs bus, is running 45 minutes late this morning, Tuesday, June 9th. This affects Princeton Primary, Silver Springs, Glenwood, Mountain Valley, Straley, Mercer, and Princeton Middle.
🏫🔨 The Mercer County Schools Excess Levy continues to make a difference for our students, staff, and communities!
Thanks to the support of our voters, important facility improvements are taking place across the county, including the refinishing of the gymnasium floor at PikeView Middle School and roofing projects at Bluefield High School.
These are just a few examples of how Excess Levy funds help Mercer County Public Schools maintain safe, functional, and welcoming learning environments. From building repairs and maintenance to infrastructure improvements, the Excess Levy allows us to care for the facilities where our students learn, grow, and succeed every day.
Thank you for investing in our schools and our future! #MercerCountySchools #ExcessLevyAtWork #InvestingInStudents #MCPSProud
Thanks to the support of our voters, important facility improvements are taking place across the county, including the refinishing of the gymnasium floor at PikeView Middle School and roofing projects at Bluefield High School.
These are just a few examples of how Excess Levy funds help Mercer County Public Schools maintain safe, functional, and welcoming learning environments. From building repairs and maintenance to infrastructure improvements, the Excess Levy allows us to care for the facilities where our students learn, grow, and succeed every day.
Thank you for investing in our schools and our future! #MercerCountySchools #ExcessLevyAtWork #InvestingInStudents #MCPSProud
Bus 659 will not run today, Monday, June 8th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.
Bus 663 will not run this afternoon 6/5. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.
BUS INFORMATION for Friday, June 5th
The following buses will NOT RUN TODAY:
Bus 662, which affects Silver Springs, Princeton Primary, Straley, Melrose, Mercer, Princeton Middle and Princeton High, and;
Bus 685, which affects Spanishburg, PVMS, and PVHS
The following buses will run this morning but NOT THIS AFTERNOON:
Bus 657, which affects Timberwood, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High, and
Bus 640, which affects Athens, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High.
📣 Mercer County Proud! 🥎
Yesterday, Superintendent Edward Toman and Assistant Superintendent Rosemary Mitchell traveled to South Charleston to cheer on the PikeView High School softball team as they competed in the 2026 WVSSAC State Softball Tournament at Little Creek Park.
The Panthers have battled their way to the state tournament and are among the top teams in West Virginia, earning their place on the state's biggest stage. Today, they take the field again as they continue their pursuit of a state championship. They will face the winner of the John Marshall v. Keyser game happening now. If the Panthers win that game, they will play again this evening at approximately 8:00 p.m.
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes, coaches, and families for representing Mercer County with determination, sportsmanship, and Panther pride. Join us in wishing PikeView the very best this afternoon!
🥎 Good luck, Panthers! Bring home a championship! 💙🐾
#MercerCountySchools #PikeViewProud #WVSSAC #StateTournament #PantherPride #MercerProud
Mark your calendars for the MCPS Express Summer Food Truck! Great food, community resources, and fun for the kids!
Attention Montcalm Elementary & High School families: The boil water advisory for the Montcalm area will remain in effect until at least Thursday, June 4th. Schools will remain open and bottled water will be provided for staff, students, and for cooking. We will update you as information becomes available.
📣 WV Special Education Parents:
We need your feedback!
Complete the Parent Involvement Survey to help improve services for students with disabilities.
👉 www.mi-schoolservices.com/wvparent
📞 304-472-5697
We need your feedback!
Complete the Parent Involvement Survey to help improve services for students with disabilities.
👉 www.mi-schoolservices.com/wvparent
📞 304-472-5697
🔬🩺 Mercer County Public Schools students are getting hands-on experience in the healthcare field at the Vital Path Health Care Days hosted by New River Community and Technical College!
Students are exploring a variety of medical careers while participating in activities such as simulated laparoscopic surgery, blood typing, and other interactive healthcare experiences. These real-world learning opportunities help students build skills, discover career pathways, and gain valuable insight into the exciting world of healthcare. #MercerProud #CareerReady #VitalPath #FutureHealthcareProfessionals 💙🏥
