📣 It's GAME DAY! 📣 Come fill the stands at Hunnicutt Field TODAY, Saturday, August 2nd at 11 AM for an inclusive baseball game! Mercer County Schools is thrilled to participate and show our support for our special community. The Bluefield Rail Birds ABO offers an authentic baseball experience for teens and adults with disabilities. Admission is FREE! Let's have a great time together! ⚾
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
🎉 Big shoutout to Brianne McKinney from Bluefield High School for representing Mercer County Schools at the SAIL Conference with the WVDE! 🙌

She shared powerful strategies for Engaging Students in Literature, applying the Science of Reading at the secondary level to spark meaningful, evidence-based literacy across content areas. 📚✨

#MercerProud #SAILConference #WVDE #ScienceOfReading #EngagingReaders #MercerMomentum #LivingLiterature
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Brianne McKinney presenting at the SAIL Conference
Laura Presley, Leigh Ann Owens, Amanda Reed, and Halie Henkes presented on Mercer County's successful initial year of "The Network: Energizing Educators" teacher mentorship program at the WVDE SAIL conference. They ended the presentation with a hexagonal networking activity where session attendees reflected on their own practices and collaboration efforts in their district.
3 months ago, Amber Bowling
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🤖 Innovation in Action! 📊 Dr. Ernie Adkins, Assistant Superintendent, and Dr. Amber Bowling, Professional Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, represented Mercer County Schools at the SESC Principals’ Academy with a forward-thinking presentation on Artificial Intelligence in Education. Their session explored how AI can support instructional leadership, streamline administrative tasks, and enhance the learning experience for students and staff alike. The presentation sparked great conversation and left attendees inspired about the future of education in West Virginia. Thank you, Dr. Adkins and Dr. Bowling, for leading the way and showcasing how Mercer County is embracing innovation for the benefit of all! 🚀📚 #MCPSLeadingTheWay #ArtificialIntelligence #SESCLeadership #MercerProud #FutureReadySchools
3 months ago, Amber Bowling

🌟 A Big Thank You to Dr. Ashley Vaughn! 🌟

When a speaker was unexpectedly unable to attend the SESC Principals' Academy, Dr. Ashley Vaughn—Hope Scholarship contact for Mercer County Schools—rose to the occasion and delivered a powerful presentation on short notice.

She led an important and timely discussion on how the Hope Scholarship is impacting public school enrollment—and more importantly, what we can do as a county to bring students back to our public schools.

Her leadership, knowledge, and passion for public education were on full display. Thank you, Dr. Vaughn, for stepping up and speaking out for our schools and students!👏📚💙

#MercerProud #HopeScholarship #PublicEducationMatters #SESCLeadership #MCPSExcellence

3 months ago, Amber Bowling
Dr. Vaughn
Policy D-09, Education Service Provider (ESP) Under the Hope Scholarship Program, is out for comment until August 18, 2025. Please send all comments to Dr. Kristal Filipek at kfilipek@k12.wv.us and to Dr. Amber Bowling at amber.n.bowling@k12.wv.us.
https://5il.co/3mt7v
3 months ago, Carla Neely
📚✏️ Big plans and big energy from our Mercer County Literacy Leaders (MCL²)!

This powerhouse group met today to finalize engaging PD sessions for our teachers and ECCATs, brainstorm Title I training themes, and dive into Science of Reading and LETRS!

We’re mapping out a year of meaningful learning—and having a blast doing it!

In the room: Dr. Ernie Adkins, Shannon Noble, Rhonda Rogers, Pamela Clark, Amber Riffe, Kelli Stanley, Amy Rickman, and LaCosta Hodges. #MCL2 #MercerReads #PDwithPurpose #TeamMercer 💡📖
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Mercer County Literacy Leaders back to school meeting July 29, 2025
This week, our Assistant Superintendent Rosemary Mitchell along with our secondary instructional supervisor, Principals, and instructional leaders are attending the SAIL Into a New School Year Conference (July 29–30, 2025) at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center.
They’re participating in WVDE’s exclusive Instructional Rounds sessions, designed to build educator networks focused on continuous improvement through classroom observations and evidence‑based practice. Building on strategies like WVTSS, formative assessment, and Mastery‑based learning, our team is engaging with statewide colleagues to bring best practices back to Mercer County.
We can’t wait to see the positive impact of their learning journey in our schools!
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
S.A.I.L. Conference in Charleston, WV
The office of special education hosted a Strive special education edition training for principles and counselors. Participants left with an understanding of special education pre-referral process, evaluation of students with disabilities, specially designed instruction, discipline and collaboration and communication with parents. We would like to thank Rebecca Boggs from WVDE for attending our session.
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
Strive special education training participants 2025
What a fantastic day sharing all that Mercer County Schools has to offer! ☀️ We loved seeing so many smiling faces and enjoying the sunshine with students and families. From innovative programs to dedicated educators, there's so much to discover here. Thanks to everyone who stopped by! Special thanks to Starting Points Family Support Center #MercerCountyPublicSchools #Community #PoolParty
3 months ago, Amber Bowling
🎓 Applying to college just got easier! Beginning August 1st, the Common App lets students apply to up to 20 colleges—all in one place. One application, endless possibilities! 🌟 #CollegeBound #CommonApp #FutureReady
https://www.commonapp.org/apply
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
The Common App Logo
Colleen Nunnery, Leigh Ann Owens, and Aaron Owens are proudly representing PikeView and Princeton Senior High Schools this week at Finance University, hosted by the WVU John Chambers College of Business and Economics. They’ve joined over 40 educators from across West Virginia to deepen their knowledge of the new Personal Finance standards.

Throughout the week, participants are attending sessions led by experts from the Federal Reserve, WVU faculty (with a focus on cybersecurity, finance, and student aid), WesBanco, Burke & Herbert Bank, and Binghamton University. The event is made possible through the generous support of sponsors Equitable Advisors and Truist.

Mercer County Schools is proud to support professional learning opportunities that prepare our educators to equip students with essential life skills in financial literacy!
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Mercer County High School Teachers attending Finance University in Morgantown
Mercer County High School Teachers attending Finance University in Morgantown
Mercer County High School Teachers attending Finance University in Morgantown
Mercer County High School Teachers attending Finance University in Morgantown
Meet the Teacher/Orientation Schedules for the 2025-2026 School Year!
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
2025-26 Meet the Teacher Schedules
🎓📚 Shoutout to our dedicated high school teachers who are spending today and tomorrow in training to bring high-dosage tutoring to Algebra I and 9th Grade ELA classrooms! This powerful support, made possible through GEAR UP SWV, will help ensure students start strong and stay on track for success! 💪✏️ #MercerProud #GEARUPSWV #StudentSuccess #HighDosageTutoring
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
GEAR UP SWV High Dosage Tutoring Training for High School Teachers
GEAR UP SWV High Dosage Tutoring Training for High School Teachers
GEAR UP SWV High Dosage Tutoring Training for High School Teachers
📖 Mercer County elementary principals are diving into the Science of Reading during a professional development session today—building strong foundations for literacy across our schools! #ScienceOfReading #LiteracyLeadership #MercerCountySchools
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Science of Reading Training for Principals July 2025
Science of Reading Training for Principals July 2025
Science of Reading Training for Principals July 2025
Assistant Superintendent Dr. Ernie Adkins and Title I Supervisors Rhonda Rogers and Pamela Clark are representing Mercer County Schools at the WVDE Federal Programs Professional Development today and tomorrow. Always learning, always leading! #WVEd #TitleI #ProfessionalGrowth
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Federal Programs PD 2025
WVDE Federal Programs PD 2025
🌞 Summer Learning Spotlight 🌞
Erin Stump (upcoming 5th grader at BIS) and Audrey Stump (upcoming 2nd grader at BPS) had an unforgettable adventure in Destin, Florida! 🐐🐦 They interacted with goats, budgies, and many other animals while learning fascinating facts—like what giraffes need in their diets and the importance of rhino conservation. 🦒🦏 They even witnessed dolphins splashing and playing in their natural habitat! 🐬 What an exciting way to mix fun and learning this summer! 🌊📚
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
Summer Learning Spotlight: Destin Florida
This morning, Mercer County Schools’ Elementary and Secondary leadership teams convened to engage in strategic planning focused on student achievement. The agenda included critical discussions on assessment, instructional priorities, and academic outcomes for the 2025-2026 school year. Our commitment to data-driven decision making ensures every student has the opportunity to succeed.
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Mercer County Schools Elementary and Secondary leadership teams
Emma Weiss and Ethan Thompson proudly represented Mercer County Schools at the National GEAR UP Conference this week! They explored leadership strategies, learned how to overcome physical and mental challenges, and discovered the power of teamwork in achieving success. Pictured with principals Mike Collins and Anna Lilly, they are bringing back valuable skills to share with their peers! #GEARUP #StudentLeaders #MercerProud #TeamworkMatters
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
GEAR UP Conference 2025
GEAR UP Conference 2025
GEAR UP Conference 2025
GEAR UP Conference 2025
🌞 Summer Learning Spotlight 🌾
Emmett (rising 5th grader), Eli (rising 3rd grader), and their youngest brother Easton—a future Mercer County Schools student—spent part of their summer learning about farm life at their great-grandmother’s house! From exploring the outdoors to meeting a friendly donkey, these brothers got hands-on lessons in responsibility, nature, and where our food comes from. 💚

Even more valuable was the time spent with family—proving that some of the best learning happens outside the classroom and with those who love us most. 🐴👵🌻

#SummerLearning #FamilyTime #MercerCountySchools #FarmLifeLessons
3 months ago, Amy Harrison
Summer Learning Spotlight: Spending quality time on the family farm
Summer Learning Spotlight: Spending quality time on the family farm
Summer Learning Spotlight: Spending quality time on the family farm
Summer Learning Spotlight: Spending quality time on the family farm