Important Update for Mercer County Schools
We’re excited to share that Mercer County Schools' resubmitted waiver request was accepted and we were granted a one-day waiver for the school day missed due to the historic flooding under the federal disaster declaration. Thanks to this waiver, students' last day of school will now be June 10, 2025!Thanks to this waiver, students' last day of school will now be June 10, 2025!
For staff, here’s the updated end-of-year schedule:
June 11: Curriculum Development (CD) Day
June 12: Faculty Senate / Professional Development / Collaboration Day
June 13: Teacher Preparation Day for Closing of School
June 16: TP Day — for those who did not attend required evening events such as Open House, Meet the Teacher, or Family Engagement Nights
Thank you for your flexibility and dedication to a strong finish to the school year!
We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our Mercer County students who have been accepted into the prestigious West Virginia Governor's Schools! These competitive, tuition-free summer programs offer exceptional learning experiences across various disciplines. Participation in these programs not only enriches academic and creative skills but also fosters leadership, collaboration, and a deeper appreciation for our state's heritage and future. #WVGovSchools2025 @WVGovSchools @GovSchoolsWV
Bus 634 (formerly 615) will not run today, Tuesday, April 29th. This affects Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Join us in celebrating Mercer County Public Schools as they attend the AASA Conference today at Google Headquarters! This incredible opportunity highlights our district’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in education. Our educators and leaders are gaining valuable insights and connections to further enhance learning experiences for our students. We are proud to continue leading the way in STEM education and preparing our students for the future.
Bus 650 will not run today, Tuesday, April 29th. This affects Montcalm Elementary and Montcalm High.
MCTEC's Marketing Instructor and SkillsUSA Coordinator, Ms. Heather Odle, was recognized as part of the 110% Club. Thank you for everything you do for MCTEC's students!
At tonight's MCBOE Meeting, the medalists in Educators Rising were recognized.
The MCBOE recognized MCTEC's medal winners from the WV SkillsUSA Competition! Gold medalists who qualify will compete in Nationals in Orlando in June.
Congratulations to Srene Lokay, Special Education Teacher at PikeView High School, on being named the 2026 Mercer County Schools Teacher of the Year!
🚧 Timberwood Elementary Construction Update! 🚧
Exciting progress is happening every day!
✅ Office cabinets have been installed
✅ Playground underdrain is in place
✅ Gym floor materials have arrived
✅ Scalloped ceilings in the corridor and STEAM room are taking shape
✅ Water pressure test passed with flying colors
✅ Bollards are being set for added safety
✅ Vapor barrier is down and gym floor installation has begun
✅ Rounded section of the sidewalk is being poured
✅ Fresh topsoil has been added around the site
Timberwood Elementary is coming together beautifully, and we can't wait to welcome our Timberwood Wolves soon! 🐾🏫
#TimberwoodElementary #BuildingTheFuture #MercerStrong
Bus information for Monday, April 28th:
Bus 682 will NOT run this morning, but WILL run this afternoon. This affects Spanishburg , PikeView Middle and PikeView High.
Bus 634 (formerly 615) will not run today. This affects Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
Bus 650 will not run today. This affects Montcalm Elementary and Montcalm High.
The future of education is here — and Mercer County is leading the way!
Superintendent Ed Toman, Princeton Primary Principal Kelli Stanley, Princeton Senior High Assistant Principal Derek Belcher, and Technology Integration Specialist Kaila Hardin are on the ground at the AASA Spring 2025 Innovation for Transformation Consortium in California.
They’re exploring the latest breakthroughs in AI, emerging tech, and next-generation learning tools — all with one goal: to revolutionize the classroom experience for our students and staff.
Get ready, Mercer — innovation is coming home!
#NextGenLearning #AIinEducation #MercerOnTheMove #FutureReadySchools
WV DoHS Summer EBT Program. Application can be found at: https://dhhr.wv.gov/bfa/programs/Pages/Summer-EBT.aspx
Afternoon bus information for Friday, April 25th:
Bus 657 will not run this afternoon. This affects Brushfork, Bluefield Middle, and Bluefield High.
The following buses will not run today, Friday, April 25th:
Bus 644 (formerly 623) Princeton Primary Mercer, Princeton Middle, Princeton High
Bus 654, Glenwood, Mountain Valley, and Princeton High
Congratulations to PikeView High School's Paige Fox for being named a Foundation Scholar at WVU!
Visit https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/04/24/wvu-names-2025-foundation-scholars to read about the details!
Bus Information:
Bus 641 will run this morning, but NOT this afternoon. This affects Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle, Bluefield High
The following buses will not run today, Thursday, April 24th:
Bus 644 (formerly 623), which affects Princeton Primary, Mercer, Princeton Middle, Princeton High; and
Bus 654, which affects Glenwood, Mountain Valley, Princeton High
Bus 641 running 15 minutes behind this morning, Wednesday, April 23rd. This affects Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High
The following buses will not run today, Wednesday, April 23:
Bus 644 (formerly 623) Princeton Primary , Mercer, Princeton Middle and Princeton High
Bus 682 Spanishburg, PikeView Middle and PikeView High
Bus 634 (formerly 615) Mountain Valley, Bluefield Middle, Bluefield High
Mercer County teachers work together with Kathy Manley developing a curriculum guide for Don’t Tell ‘Em You’re Cold. All ninth graders will study the memoir next year. #GEARUPSWV.
