Our Director of Special Education, Emily Huddle, along with KelliStanley, Pam Kinzer, Rebekah Robinson, and Raven Hubbard, are representing Mercer County Schools at the Strive Special Education Edition in Huntington.
This dynamic training focuses on deepening understanding, building skills, and equipping educators with tools and strategies that support individualization, student success, and continuous improvement in special education.
The following buses will not run today, Thursday, May 8th:
Bus 645, which affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High; and
Bus 684, which affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
Bus 676 will not run this afternoon, Wednesday, May 7th. This affects Princeton Primary, Mercer, Straley, Princeton Middle and Princeton High.
The following buses will not run today, Wednesday, May 7th:
Bus 684, which affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High; and
Bus 679, which affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
The Green Machine is back for Spring!
Students at Mountain Valley Elementary get to enjoy learning about solar power, water irrigation, recycling, and gardening. Students were able to explore a variety of plants while also planting one to take home.
Many thanks to Hurley's Greenhouses for donating our plants and herbs.
Mercer County Schools proudly participated in the Concord University EPPAC (Education Personnel Preparation Advisory Committee) meeting today presented by Teresa Bailey the WVDE Coordinator of Educator Preparation and Dr. Andrea Campbell, Concord University’s Director of Teacher Education. This vital stakeholder group reviews and supports the university’s educator preparation programs to ensure future teachers are well-equipped for the classroom. Superintendent Ed Toman, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Ernie Adkins, HR Director Dr. Kristal Filipek, Career Connections Coordinator Jennifer Collis, and some Mercer County educators and principals represented our district and shared valuable insights. We’re proud to help shape the future of education!
Bus 661 has tree down on Red Sulphur Turnpike and cannot make it underneath, but parent cars can. The bus will meet students at Pettry Church between 6:45 and 7:00 a.m. This affects Athens, Sun Valley, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High.
The following buses will not run today, Tuesday, May 6th:
Bus 639, which affects Athens, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High.
Bus 659, which affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
📚✏️ Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the real superheroes of Mercer County! 🦸♀️🦸♂️
They’ve survived glitter explosions, mastered the art of copier whispering, and can quiet a room with just one look. 😎
Whether they’re teaching algebra or tying shoes, our Mercer County teachers do it all—with heart, humor, and a bottomless supply of coffee. ☕🍎
We appreciate you more than words can express! Drop a thank you below for your favorite teacher—you know, the one who still knows your middle name AND your handwriting. 😂
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #MercerStrong #ThankATeacher
The following buses will not run today, Monday, May 5th:
Bus 663, which affects Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
Bus 679, which affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
Dr. Filipek is back from the Orange Frog experience! She is ready to get with the rest of the team to share all they learned and brought back to Mercer County! #choosehappy #happiness #orangefrog
Behind the Scenes, Always on the Scene!
Our incredible Maintenance and Warehouse Department is the backbone of Mercer County Schools. From fixing leaks and keeping classrooms comfortable to delivering supplies and prepping for big projects, this hardworking crew keeps our facilities running smoothly and safely every day. Thank you for all you do to keep our schools in tip-top shape! #MercerStrong #FacilityHeroes #TeamworkInAction
Due to a power outage students will not report to Princeton Primary, Mercer, Princeton Middle, Princeton High and MCTEC today, Friday May 2, 2025. Staff will report on a 2 Hour Delay.
Bus 679 will not run today, Friday, May 2nd. This affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Bus 671, which is a special needs bus, WILL run this morning but WILL NOT run this afternoon. This affects Bluewell, Glenwood, and Princeton High.
The Mercer County Schools’ JASON Learning Core Team is hard at work this afternoon—planning for the year ahead and assessing progress in STEM curriculum across the county. Exciting things are on the horizon as we continue to build a strong foundation in science, technology, engineering, and math! #STEMstrong #MercerProud @jasonlearning
Congratulations to the Mercer County GEAR UP SWV team! Today, they were honored with a special award from the federal grant team at Concord University in recognition of their outstanding dedication and impact. We are proud of their commitment to supporting student success and opening doors to higher education opportunities! #GEARUPSWV #StudentSuccess #MercerStrong @gearupswv
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🎉 It’s National School Principals’ Day! 🎉
Today, we celebrate the dedicated leaders who keep our schools running smoothly, support teachers and students, and help shape the future every single day.
From high-fives in the hallway to solving problems big and small, our principals do it all — with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of coffee. ☕❤️
Drop a comment below and give your favorite principal some love today! 👇👇👇
#PrincipalsDay #BossOfTheBuilding #LeadWithHeart #MercerStrong
Bus 645 will not run today, Thursday, May 1st. This affects Brushfork, Bluewell, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.