The Office of Special Education is planning a Summer Academy for Special Education Teachers on Wednesday, August 14, and Thursday, August 15, 2024. The trainings will take place at PSHS from 8:00-3:30 on both days and you will be paid for attending the trainings. We are excited to offer trainings in various areas including the Science of Reading; Accommodations/Interventions; Reading, Math, Writing and Behavior Strategies; Secondary Transition; using i-Ready; writing IEPs; AAC and Language; Trauma; Medicaid and Support Strategies for Paraprofessionals; WVEIS, Schoology, Excel and Canva; Educational Apps and Websites; PreK Small Groups and ELRS; PreK IEPs; Instructional Strategies for the 1% population; the Unique Learning System; and more.
If you have not done so, but would like to attend, please pre-register with Shannon Noble via email (shannon.noble@k12.wv.us).
PLEASE BE SURE TO BRING YOUR DEVICE TO THESE TRAININGS. YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO KNOW YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD FOR THE I-READY TRAINING.
Governor Jim Justice and First Lady CathyJustice provided the keynote speech for the 2024 Community In Schools Student Supports Institute. First Lady Justice spoke about the Friends with Paws program which is a part of the CIS initiative. Oakvale’s therapy dog, Oakley was recognized and got to meet Baby Dog.
Attendance matters!
Policy B-02, Board Member Compensation and Expenses, is out for comment until August 18, 2024. Please send all comments to Dr. Kristal Filipek at kfilipek@k12.wv.us.
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The 2023 Mercer County Board of Education Self-Appraisal can be found under the Documents tab.
Our Argonauts, teacher Ms. Laiken Lucas and students Eva Coleman and Blake Blankenship, shared their experiences in Houston, Texas with the Mercer County Board of Education. @jasonlearning
https://youtu.be/WPYfwo7FWhc
Policy I-41, Mercer County Blended Robotics League, is out for comment until August 12, 2024. Please send all comments to Dr. Kristal Filipek at kfilipek@k12.wv.us.
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At tonight's Mercer County BOE meeting, JASON Argonauts Eva Coleman, Blake Blankenship, and teacher Ms. Laiken Lucas, shared their experiences in Houston, Texas. Be on the lookout for a video of their trip and how passionate they are about what they learned and experienced.
At tonight's Mercer County BOE meeting, Ms. Vanessa Hale was recognized as part of the 110% Club for her work in the alternative education classroom at Mountain Valley. Her co-workers and family attended to celebrate with her.
The Mercer County BOE recognized Athens teacher, Kim Yahya, for being one of the five finalists for West Virginia Teacher of the Year.
Mercer County staff attending the GEAR UP Annual Conference in Washington, DC.
Southern Highlands Color Run
ARGONAUT UPDATE FROM HOUSTON: Our Mercer County JASON Argonauts had an incredible experience this week! They teamed up with Limitless Space to create their very own solar sails. 🌞✨ They also had the opportunity to contribute to the environment by bagging oyster shells at Galveston Bay. These shells will help regrow the habitat and provide a barrier against surges, slowing down erosion. 🌊🦪 A special highlight was visiting a local restaurant that recycles oyster shells. They got a behind-the-scenes look at how they shuck oysters and recycle the shells. ♻️🍽️ They were thrilled to meet Monica Lee from NASA and received mentorship from esteemed professors and Argonaut alumni. The experience was truly inspiring and educational. 🚀🧑🚀
Mercer County's Argonauts Eva Coleman, Blake Blankenship, and teacher Argonaut Laiken Lucas got to meet a NASA scientist today!
Post from JASON Learning: Our new group of Argonauts is in Houston, TX, for the "Houston GoalHackers" design thinking expedition!
Yesterday, they had the amazing opportunity to hear from Monica Lee, a NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration scientist and the Assistant Vice President of Cybersecurity Enablement at the Federal Reserve Bank.
Monica’s background is nothing short of inspiring. She was the Chief of Staff at NASA's Johnson Space Center, becoming the third highest-ranking woman there.
She’s logged over 3,000 hours in NASA's Mission Control Center, working on the International Space Station, and has managed space contracts worth over $4.4 billion! 🚀 Plus, she’s a published research scientist whose works have been featured at the Center for Astrophysics l Harvard & Smithsonian.
Our Argonauts left the session feeling incredibly motivated and ready to dive into their projects.🌟 Let's cheer them on!
Meet the Teacher Schedules *Please note change in date for PSHS*
Superintendent Toman met with Dr. William White, CEO of the National Diversity Collaborative, Inc., and his granddaughter, Aubrey. Dr. White has been instrumental in organizing HBCU visits for many Mercer County students, providing them with invaluable opportunities and experiences. We are deeply grateful for his collaboration and dedication to our students' futures.
Policy J-14, School Entrance Requirements, is out for comment until August 4 , 2024. Please send all comments to Dr. Kristal Filipek at kfilipek@k12.wv.us.
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Our Argonauts made it safe and sound to Houston and got to visit Clear Lake. Their five-day itinerary will include visits to world-renowned research institutes, multinational biotech manufacturers, and scrappy startups.
Our Argonauts are catching an early flight to Houston this morning! This week, they'll be immersed in a world of innovation and design thinking. @jasonlearning @etomansuper
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that Kimberly Yahya, a dedicated and passionate fourth-grade mathematics teacher at Athens Elementary School, is one of the five finalists for the West Virginia Teacher of the Year!
With 15 years of experience, Ms. Yahya is not just an educator but a leader and inspiration. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with an endorsement in general science for grades 5-9 and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Concord University.
Ms. Yahya wears many hats:
✨ Reading Bee Coach
✨ Leadership Team Member
✨ Social Committee Chair
✨ County Math Trainer
✨ Mercer County Representative in the West Virginia Leaders of Numeracy Network
Her innovative lessons incorporate the Mathematical Habits of Mind, tailored to meet her students' unique needs. In a classroom filled with laughter, singing, and dancing, she creates an environment where students thrive and build bonds that last a lifetime.
Join us in congratulating Ms. Yahya on this incredible achievement!
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