Bus 644 is running 10 minutes late this morning, Tuesday, March 10th. This affects Princeton Primary, Mercer, Princeton Middle and Princeton High.
Bus 629 (formerly 659) is running 20 minutes late this morning, Tuesday, March 10th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Bluefield Intermediate and Mountain Valley Elementary shared the great things happening in their schools at tonight’s board meeting! From building strong relationships to supporting students and staff, increasing achievement, and connecting with the community, these schools are doing amazing work for our kids. We’re proud of their commitment to student success! 💙📚
Mercer County Youth Art Show April 1-30, 2026
Bus 690 is running 30 minutes behind this morning, Monday, March 9th. This affects Straley, Princeton Primary, Princeton Middle and Princeton High.
TWO Mercer County Academic Bowl teams from Region 5 will move on to the State Academic Showdown in May! Way to go!
Press release from the WVDE:
Charleston, W.Va. – The 2026 Academic Showdown Region 5 competition was hosted by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) at Concord University and featured a day of fierce matchups with Bluefield High School (Mercer County) winning first place. Princeton Senior High School (Mercer County) placed second in the event. Both teams will advance to compete in the Showdown finale in Charleston on May 1.
The competition showcases students’ knowledge of numerous topics, including mathematics, science, social studies, literature, pop culture and more.
The WVDE hosted teams from the following schools:
PikeView High School
Westside High School
James Monroe High School
Bluefield High School
Princeton Senior High School
Liberty High School
Shady Springs High School
Greenbrier East High School
Woodrow Wilson High School
The next regional competition is scheduled for Friday, March 27, at West Virginia State University.
The Showdown is a partnership between the WVDE, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, the West Virginia Culture Center and West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
A huge thank you to the MCTEC Grow Your Own students who volunteered their time at today’s Readiness Roundup! Your help made the day run smoothly and created a welcoming experience for our youngest learners and their families. We couldn’t do it without you! #FutureTeachers
Additional photos from today's Pre-K and Kindergarten Readiness Roundup! We'll be at the Chuck Mathena Center until 2:00. Come on out and see us!
Mercer County Schools Superintendent Ed Toman enjoyed connecting with families at today’s Pre-K & Kindergarten Readiness Roundup alongside Michelle Lawson, Admissions Counselor at Bluefield State University.
We appreciate our community partners who help support our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey! 🎒📚
Don't miss out on the Pre-K and Kindergarten Readiness Roundup happening NOW at the Chuck Mathena Center until 2:00 p.m.
The following buses will run this morning, but NOT this afternoon March 6th:
Bus 639 which affects Athens, PikeView Middle and PikeView High.
Bus 653 which affects Melrose, Princeton Middle, PikeView Middle, Princeton High and Pikeview High.
Bus 648 will not run today, March 6th. This affects Athens, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High
Bus 659 will not run today, March 6th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
🧠✨ Best of luck to our incredible Academic Bowl teams from Bluefield High School, PikeView High School, and Princeton Senior High School as they compete this Saturday at Concord University in the Region 5 Academic Showdown!
These students have worked hard preparing their knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking. We’re proud to cheer them on as they represent Mercer County!
The top two teams will advance to the State Academic Showdown in Charleston. Go get ’em! 📚 @wvlearning
These students have worked hard preparing their knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking. We’re proud to cheer them on as they represent Mercer County!
The top two teams will advance to the State Academic Showdown in Charleston. Go get ’em! 📚 @wvlearning
Superintendent Ed Toman and Assistant Superintendents Rosemary Mitchell and Dr. Ernie Adkins are attending the West Virginia Association of School Administrators training in Fairmont today.
The session focuses on two critical areas for our schools: school safety and effective communication. We appreciate our leadership team continuing to learn and bring back valuable strategies that support safe, strong schools across Mercer County. 💙
#SchoolSafety #WVASA #MercerCountySchools
🎒✨ The Countdown is On! ✨🎒
In just 3 days, Mercer County families are invited to join us for our Pre-K & Kindergarten Readiness Roundup at the Chuck Mathena Center!
Stop by anytime Saturday, March 7 from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. to meet teachers, explore fun learning stations, and learn everything you need to know about starting school.
It’s a great chance for your child to get excited about their first school experience while families connect with helpful resources.
We can’t wait to welcome our future Mercer County students! 💙📚
#MercerCountySchools #SchoolReady #PreK #Kindergarten #FutureStudents
In just 3 days, Mercer County families are invited to join us for our Pre-K & Kindergarten Readiness Roundup at the Chuck Mathena Center!
Stop by anytime Saturday, March 7 from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. to meet teachers, explore fun learning stations, and learn everything you need to know about starting school.
It’s a great chance for your child to get excited about their first school experience while families connect with helpful resources.
We can’t wait to welcome our future Mercer County students! 💙📚
#MercerCountySchools #SchoolReady #PreK #Kindergarten #FutureStudents
It’s PikeView High School’s turn at the MasteryPrep Bootcamp today! Students are learning strategies to improve SAT scores and increase scholarship opportunities. Thanks to Dr. Zandra Webb for helping prepare our Panthers for success after graduation. 🎓📚
We would like to thank representatives from the WVDE Office of Special Education, Taffy Robertson and Whitney White, for visiting Mercer County, interacting with our students, and helping strengthen support for students with special needs. 💙
#WVDE #SpecialEducation #CommunitySupport @wveducation
Yesterday was an exciting day at Melrose Elementary School!
We were proud to welcome WVU football legend and author Owen Schmitt, who shared his inspiring children’s book, The Little Fullback That Could, with our students. His message of perseverance, resilience, and believing in yourself made a lasting impression.
Owen also joined us in supporting our county’s Strive for 5 attendance campaign and encouraged our students to show up every day. Because whether on the football field or in the classroom, success starts with being present.
We appreciate the positive energy and inspiration shared with our students as we continue building strong attendance habits across Mercer County.
#StriveFor5 #AttendanceMatters #LegendsShowUp
We were proud to welcome WVU football legend and author Owen Schmitt, who shared his inspiring children’s book, The Little Fullback That Could, with our students. His message of perseverance, resilience, and believing in yourself made a lasting impression.
Owen also joined us in supporting our county’s Strive for 5 attendance campaign and encouraged our students to show up every day. Because whether on the football field or in the classroom, success starts with being present.
We appreciate the positive energy and inspiration shared with our students as we continue building strong attendance habits across Mercer County.
#StriveFor5 #AttendanceMatters #LegendsShowUp
🎓📈 Today it’s Montcalm High School’s turn!
Montcalm students are participating in a Mastery Prep Bootcamp with Dr. Zandra Webb, sharpening their test-taking skills and building confidence for the SAT.
The strategies they’re learning can also help with the ACT, ASVAB, and other postsecondary exams — increasing opportunities for scholarships and future success.
We love seeing our students take steps toward their goals! 💙🚀
