Mercer County Schools

The following buses will not run today, Friday, October 24th: Bus 676, which affects Straley, Mercer, Princeton Primary, Princeton Middle and Princeton High. And bus 653 which affects Melrose, Princeton Middle and Princeton High and INTERSECTS with Bus 637 at Melrose that affects PikeView Middle and PikeView High.

BHS 9th graders got a glimpse into their futures thanks to GEAR UP SWV! Through virtual reality simulations, students explored hands-on career experiences—testing out real-world skills in the professions they’re most interested in.

#GEARUPSWV #GEARUPWorks #NewRiverCTC

Bus 679 will NOT run this afternoon, Thursday, October 23rd. This affects Timberwood, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.

🎯 Bluefield High School students got to “Get a Life” today! Students were given a job, salary, and family situation — then visited tables staffed by community members to make real-life decisions about housing, transportation, and more. They quickly learned how far a paycheck goes — and to watch out for the Grim Reaper bringing surprise bills! 💸 Thank you to all who made this hands-on experience possible. Mercer County Public Schools is proud to prepare students for real-world success! 💙💛 #BluefieldHigh #MercerCountySchools #GetALife #CareerReady

🎓 FAFSA Night Success!
We had a fantastic turnout at tonight’s FAFSA Workshop — over 20 families completed their FAFSA! 🙌

A huge thank-you to the Financial Aid representatives from Bluefield State University, Concord University, and WVU Extension for guiding our parents and students through the process. Your support helps open doors to college and career opportunities! 💙💛

#FAFSA #CollegeReady #FutureFocused #MercerCountySchools

💙 Special Olympics WV Mercer County Director Megan Belcher would like to recognize Princeton Senior High School Athletics for their incredible support this fall!

Your coaches, athletes, and volunteers went above and beyond to include and inspire our athletes — truly showing what it means to lead with kindness and heart.

Mercer County Public Schools are so proud of our students who give back and make a difference in our community! ⚽🏈🏐 #UnifiedSports #InclusionMatters

🌟 PikeView High School was among the 71 high schools recognized by CFWV across the Mountain State for outstanding efforts to help students plan for college and careers after graduation. These schools go above and beyond to guide students through applications, financial aid, and decision-making — ensuring every student has the tools to succeed beyond high school. #CFWV #FutureReady

Mercer County’s The Network: For Energizing Educators 💛The Network mentees and mentors met this week and gained valuable information for both new and experienced teachers alike! 💡Sessions included Classroom Management, Schoology, Focused Groupings, and Small Group Strategies. Mentors met to reflect on the significance of their roles as listeners and supporters. 🌟Throughout the month, mentors and mentees will meet and debrief successes in the classroom, reflect on areas of growth, and discuss how the previous sessions have been helpful.

GEAR UP SWV is presenting a financial literacy class for all tenth graders in Mercer County. MJ Bridges of Cool Speak and Young and Debt Free guides sophomores in developing a postgraduate financial plan, whether they are enrolling in college, enlisting in the military, or seeking employment. #GEARUPWorks #GEARUPSWV

Bus 661 is running 20 minutes behind this morning, Tuesday, October 21st. This affects Athens, Sun Valley, PikeView Middle and PikeView High.

2026-2027 School Calendar Public Hearings set for October 27th and November 10th, both at 5:30 p.m. at the MCTEC Seminar Center.

The Mercer County Science Fair location has been changed to the MERCER MALL! Students may set up their projects on Wednesday, November 5th between 3:00-6:00 p.m. Judging begins on Thursday November 6th at 8:30 a.m.

Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools Rosemary Mitchell, Secondary Supervisor Angela Groseclose, and Middle School Supervisor Dr. Ashley Vaughn updated Mercer County Schools’ Data Wall this week—showing great progress in our secondary schools’ reading and math achievement!

By consistently tracking and responding to the data, our teams can identify what’s working and where students need additional support. When we follow the data, we improve outcomes, and that means stronger achievement for every student.

We’re also proud to share that Dr. Vaughn has been nominated to serve on the West Virginia Department of Education’s Assessment Advisory Council, representing Mercer County and contributing to statewide discussions on student learning and accountability.

#StudentSuccess #DataDriven #WVEducation #LoveMyWVSchool

Bus 685 is running about 20 minutes behind this morning, Monday, October 20th. This affects Spanishburg, PikeView Middle and PikeView High.

💼 Today, Montcalm High students got to “Get a Life”! Students were handed a card listing their job and salary, then visited community members to make real-world choices about housing, health insurance, vehicles, and lifestyle — learning just how far a paycheck can go. But they had to beware of the Grim Reaper, who popped up with surprise expenses like medical bills or a broken appliance! 💸 It’s all part of helping students understand finances and future planning in a fun, eye-opening way. #MercerCountySchools #FinancialLiteracy #CareerReady #EveryStudentEveryDay

📊 We miss our students when they’re not here! Attendance Director Russell Lippencott, Attendance Officer Donna Brown, WVEIS Coordinator Alisha Lester, and Coordinator of Pupil Services Amanda Aliff met with principals today to explore how WV ZOOM data can help us better understand and address chronic absenteeism—defined as missing 10% or more of the school year. Mercer County Schools is committed to using this insight to support families, strengthen connections, and keep students where they belong—learning and growing in our classrooms every day. 💛 #MercerCountySchools #EveryDayCounts #LoveMyWVSchool #ILovePublicSchools #StudentSuccess

The following buses will NOT run today, Friday, October 17th: Bus 677, which affects Princeton Primary, Mercer, Princeton Middle and Princeton High and Bus 648, which affects Athens, PikeView Middle, and PikeView High.

🌟 Central Office Spotlight: The People Behind the Scenes 🌟 Today, Superintendent Ed Toman is shining a light on two of the many people who help keep Mercer County Schools running smoothly behind the scenes! Dr. Amber Bowling, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, somehow manages to juggle calendars, calls, meetings, and about a thousand other details all while keeping things calm, organized, and on track. She’s the person who makes sure everything (and everyone) stays where it needs to be! Amy Harrison, Data & Information Specialist, wears about ten different hats—from public relations and social media to grant writing and communication planning. If you’ve ever read a Mercer County Schools post, seen a district video, or heard about a big project or event… chances are Amy had a hand in it! They’re two of the many incredible people who make Central Office a busy but happy place to be. Stay tuned for more “behind the scenes” spotlights coming soon! #ILovePublicSchools #LoveMyWVSchool

Central Office staff started their morning with an engaging and insightful session led by Ad Valorem, LLC’s Mike McClanahan! Today’s topic — “Dealing with Difficult People” — offered practical strategies, meaningful discussion, and interactive activities that everyone found valuable. Thank you, Mr. McClanahan, for an energizing and thought-provoking presentation that left our team feeling inspired and better equipped for everyday challenges! 💪✨