At last night's Board Meeting, the following students were recognized for being recommended to one of the United States Service Academies:
Joseph Maltempie
PVHS
West Point
Hugh Campbell
PSHS
U.S. Air Force Academy
Addison Eldridge
PSHS
U.S. Naval Academy
The United States Service Academies hold a prestigious reputation as top-tier institutions for higher education and military training. These elite academies are known for producing some of the nation's most distinguished military officers. Being recommended by a U.S. Senator to attend one of these academies is a great honor that can significantly impact a student's future. The recommendation process is highly competitive and selective, as senators typically have limited nomination slots each year. Therefore, when a senator chooses to nominate and individual, it reflects their belief in the student's potential and their dedication to serving the country.
Congratulations!
During the November 13, 2023 Board Meeting, Rocky Frye, a Montcalm High School student, was recognized for placing 2nd in the Class A WV State Golf Tournament. Congratulations, Rocky!
At the November 13, 2023 Board Meeting, three teachers were recognized for their work as Teacher Leaders of Numeracy. They have provided training to K-5 teachers in innovative and engaging strategies to teach math. Thank you Katie Carter, Emily Smith, and Kim Yahya!
BUS INFORMATION for Tuesday, November 14th. The following buses will not run today.
Bus 674- Princeton Primary, Mercer, Straley, Princeton Middle and Princeton High
Bus 679 - Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
Bus 661 - Athens, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High
A big shoutout to our cooks all across the county who lovingly prepare a Thanksgiving feast for our students! Get ready for Thursday!
BUS INFORMATION for Monday, November 13th. The following buses will not run today:
679 and 657- both affect Brushfork, Bluefield Middle, Bluefield High 674- Princeton Primary, Mercer, Straley, Princeton Middle, Princeton High
Lashmeet Matoaka students and staff celebrated local Veterans today in honor of Veterans Day.
Thank you, Veterans!
UPDATE: BUS 655 WILL RUN THIS MORNING, BUT NOT THIS AFTERNOON. Affects Bluewell, Montcalm Elementary and MHS.
BUS INFORMATION for Thursday, November 9th. The following buses will not run today. 661- ATHENS, PVMS, PVHS
663- BLUEFIELD PRIMARY, BLUEFIELD INTERMEDIATE, BMS, BHS
Mercer County Schools' Science Fair is underway at the Brushfork Armory today. Students are demonstrating their expertise in STEM! A big thank you to principals, staff, and community members for judging projects and encouraging our kids! #STEMlearning
BUS INFORMATION for Wednesday, November 8th. The following buses will not run today.
677- Princeton Primary, Mercer, PMS, PSHS
661- Athens, PVMS, PVHS
622- Princeton Primary, Straley, PMS, PSHS
648- will not run this AFTERNOON -ATHENS, PVMS, PVHS
Science of Reading Training for Mercer County Teachers. Grades K-2 at MCTEC and grades 3-5 at Mountain Valley.
PSHS had some delicious calzones today!
Tomorrow, Tuesday, November 7th is a regular school day. There is no Election Day for November this year. The next Election Day will by May 14, 2024.
MCTEC's Pro Start (Culinary) students prepared and served breakfast at this morning's Board Work Session.
ADDITIONAL BUS INFO Friday, November 3rd: Bus 022 is running 15 minutes late. Affects OAKVALE, MELROSE, Pikeview Middle and Pikeview High.
BUS INFORMATION Friday, November 3rd. The following buses will not run today: 649- SPECIAL NEEDS BUS - Silver Springs, Mercer, Pikeview High 611- Montcalm Elementary and Montcalm High 651- Lashmeet Matoaka, Pikeview Middle, Pikeview High. 657- BRUSHFORK, BMS, BHS.
Today's C.A.R.E. Event was a wonderful time of children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, Autism, or other special needs to interact with first responders. A big thank you to the coordinators of this event, Lisa Jones, CEO of Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center; Beth Bailey, Director of Collaborative Programs Community Connections; Candace Nelson, CSIRA Project Director; and Captain Ruble, Mercer County Sheriff's Department.
Congratulations to these three Mercer County Students for being recommended for the U.S. Service Academies by U.S. Senator Joe Manchin! We are so proud!
BUS INFORMATION for Thursday, November 2nd. The following buses will not run today. Bus 611 - affects Montcalm Elementary and Montcalm High. Bus 624- affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High