Mercer County hosted the Southern Educational Services Cooperative (SESC) meeting today at the Seminar Center.

AFTERNOON BUS INFO for Wednesday, November 15th. Bus 681 will not run this afternoon. This affects Montcalm Elementary and Montcalm High.

AFTERNOON BUS INFORMATION for Wednesday, November 15th: Bus 634 will NOT run this afternoon. This affects Princeton Primary, Mercer, Princeton Middle, and Princeton High.

BUS INFO for Wednesday, November 15th. The following buses will not run today. 679- BRUSHFORK BMS BHS 640- Lashmeet, PVMS, PVHS 634- Princeton Primary, MERCER,PMS, PSHS *will not run this morning only* 659- Bluefield Primary, Bluefield Intermediate, BMS, BHS

Afternoon Bus Information for Tuesday, November 14th. Bus 654 will not run this afternoon. This affects Mountain Valley, Glenwood, and Princeton High.

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.