🌟 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!
#TeacherOfTheYear #InspiringEducator #AthensElementary #WVTeachers #EducationExcellence
Deiyantei Powell-Woods, Bluefield High Class of 2019 and a Central Michigan University graduate stopped by Central Office today. We look forward to see what the future holds for this outstanding young man!
Mr. Toman met with the student Argonauts Eva Coleman and Blake Blankenship and their parents and the teacher Argonaut, Laiken Lucas this evening at Campestre before they embark on their design thinking adventure to Houston, Texas. Such a wonderful opportunity for these students and teacher! @jasonlearning
Assistant Superintendent Rosemary Mitchell and MCTEC's Principal Danielle Farmer met with Concord University's President Dr. Kendra Boggess and Provost Edward Huffstetler to discuss expanded dual credit opportunities for Mercer County students! #workingtogether
Important information about S-EBT cards: S-EBT is different from P-EBT. Only families who are receiving SNAP benefits will receive an S-EBT card this summer. Please visit https://wvde.us/wv-sebt/ or call 1-866-545-6502 for more information.
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Congratulations, Mr. Toman.
Dual Credit Pathways are available at MCTEC. Opportunities to earn FREE college credit for high school students in grades 10-12. Save time and money!
Have you joined a branch of military service after graduating from high school? We want to honor you!
What a great start to Day 2 of the JASON Learning National Conference! Check out "Move with Mr. Prather" for education FUN videos. As well as the Playwatch Kids on the Jason website!
Another great round of sessions with Mercer County staff presenting! Mr. Toman discussed our Argonauts. Donna Sizemore, Jozett Cooper, Kay Lilly, Dr. Heather Farley, and Kaila Hardin talked about the Youth Recycling Contest.
Mercer County Schools staff at the JASON Learning National Conference 2024! #jnc2024 #jasonlearning
Our very own Superintendent, Mr. Toman, was awarded the "Leading by Example" award by Dr. Eleanor Smalley, President & CEO!
The 2024-2025 School Year Calendar is now available on our website! Please visit https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2558/MCS/4545121/2024-2025_Student_Calendar.pdf
🌞📚 Mercer County Schools hope all our students are having a wonderful summer break! While you enjoy the sunshine and relaxation, here are some fun learning activities to keep your minds active:
Explore nature with a scavenger hunt in your local park! 🌳🔍
Dive into a good book ! 📖🌟
Experiment with a DIY science project at home! 🧪🧠
Practice your math skills with online games and puzzles! ➕🎮
Stay curious and keep learning, Mercer County! Have a fantastic summer! ☀️🎉 #MercerCountySchools #SummerLearning #StayInquisitive
The Mercer County Literacy Team presented to over 250 participants at the WVDE Science of Reading Implementation Workshop in Charleston (Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center)
Melaina Whitt, teacher from Bluewell Elementary, won a $250 grant from the INVEST Conference in Charleston. Congratulations, Ms. Whitt!
The MCS Express will be at Bluefield Primary today! Come join us!
Mercer County is well represented at the INVEST Conference in Charleston, WV. Many of our teachers are attending this workshop to Infuse, Network, Value, Engage, Support and Target effective instructional strategies to bring back to their classrooms this fall.
The Mercer County BOE recognized Dr. Ernie Adkins for being named the 2024 WV Association of School Administrators Assistant Superintendent of the Year.
