
Mr. Toman met with the MCTEC “Grow Your Own” students and their instructor, Mr. Les Farmer. These future teachers had lots of questions and suggestions for the superintendent. We can’t wait until they’re employed by Mercer County Schools. #FutureEducators


Bus 657 will be able to travel up into the Oaks in Brushfork this afternoon. Parents will not need to meet the bus at the bottom.

📢 Today’s Administrators’ Meeting: Staying Focused and Inspired
This morning, Mercer County Schools administrators came together for an essential meeting covering key topics:
✅ Policy Review: 5500.03 Qualities, Proficiencies, and Leadership Skills for Principals and WV Standards for Effective Schools
✅ Testing Updates
✅ Winter Weather Procedures
We also took time to reflect on the legacy of Coach Buster Large, sharing memories of his unwavering dedication and the impact he had on our schools and community. His influence continues to guide us as we work to inspire and lead our students.
Together, we’re ensuring a strong foundation for success and safety in every school. 💙💛
#MercerCountySchools #LeadershipInAction #CoachLargeLegacy #ExcellenceInEducation
@wveducation











Bus 659 is running 30 minutes behind this morning, Thursday, January 16th. This affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.

Bus 657 will meet students who live in The Oaks in Brushfork at the bottom of the hill today, Thursday, January 16th. This affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.

MCL2 Leaders Kim Yahya, Emily Smith, and Shelley Weiss along with Amber Riffe and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Ernie Adkins met with Casey Whitlow, Numeracy Specialist, Mountain State ESC to discuss innovative and engaging strategies to increase math achievement.


Policy I-26, Mercer County Academic Acceleration For Grades Two Through Seven (2-7), is out for comment until February 3, 2025. Please send all comments to Dr. Kristal Filipek at kfilipek@k12.wv.us.
https://5il.co/35545

Bus information for Wednesday, January 15th: Bus 657 is not able to make it into the Oaks in BRUSHFORK.
Please meet the bus at bottom of hill around 9:10. This affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.

Principal Emily Smith led an engaging session for K-2 teachers at Princeton Primary School this evening, focusing on Building Thinking Classrooms. It’s always great to see educators working together to enhance student learning. #TitleITuesday







Today, 30 dedicated educators gathered at the MCTEC Seminar Center for Math GSA Prep Strategies with Kim Yahya & Katie Carter.
Focused on empowering Grades 3-5 teachers, this session provided invaluable tools to enhance math instruction and boost student success.
Thank you to everyone who attended and made this professional learning event a great start to 2025! #TeacherExcellence #MathMatters #TitleITuesday





All Mercer County Schools will be on a 2 hour delay Wednesday, January 15, 2025.


The Mercer County Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 School Calendar. Below is the calendar summary. For more information, visit https://thrillshare.com/s/documents-mcs-mercercountyschools/browse/743933#


Bus Information for Tuesday, January 14, 2025: Bus 657 cannot make it up into the Oaks, but will meet parents at the bottom. This affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.

The Network for new teachers and their mentors gathered Monday evening for their second meeting! It was a beneficial event to start the new year with sessions on mentorship, classroom management strategies, social/emotional mindful management, and a math lesson modeled by MCPS 2020 Teacher of the Year, Amanda Reed. We are excited to watch this meaningful initiative continue to grow for our teachers!









Ms. Caitlyn Shrewsbury, PTO President of Lashmeet Matoaka School, was recognized for her tireless work of organizing events and fundraisers to support the students of LMS.


Mercer County Schools Bus Operator, Adam Howell, was recognized as part of the 110% Club for going above and beyond for the students in his care. He was nominated by Lashmeet Matoaka principal Leann Taylor. She said, “The world needs more Adam Howells in it.”


The Mercer County Board of Education recognized Julie Miller from Glenwood School for renewing her National Board Certification in Mathematics/Early Adolescence. Congratulations!


BHS’s Ty Patton was recognized at tonight’s Mercer County Board of Education meeting for being named to the Class AA Football All-State Team-1st Team. Congratulations!


PSHS’s Chance Barker, Brad Mosser, Daniel Jennings, Kalum Kiser and Marquel Lowe were recognized at tonight’s Mercer County Board of Education meeting for being named to the Class AAA Football All-State Team-1st Team. Congratulations!


All Mercer County Schools will be on a 2 hour delay, Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
