📊✏️ 4th & 5th Grade PLC Math Power Hour ✏️📊
Today our 4th and 5th grade teachers came together for an engaging PLC Math Power Hour! 💡 We collaborated on strategies to strengthen student understanding, and shared best practices.
From problem-solving techniques to building math confidence in our students, the teamwork and dedication in the room were inspiring. 🙌
We’re excited to take these ideas back to our classrooms and continue empowering our students to think critically and succeed in math! ➕➖✖️➗ @wveducation
Bus 657 is running 20 minutes late this morning, Tuesday, April 14th. This affects Timberwood, Bluefield Middle and Bluefield High.
Mercer County Schools proudly recognized 2026 JASON Argonauts Ms. Peggy Moore, Dylan Donithan (Princeton Middle), and Grace Michalsky (PikeView High) at tonight’s Board meeting! 🚀 Selected through a rigorous process, they’ll represent our district in Houston this summer. #STEM
Lunch Menus are now posted on each school's website.
Mercer County Schools extends our sincere thanks to the WVU Extension Office for providing last week's professional development on Project TRAIN.
Two Mercer County teams. One championship game. What a way to spend spring break! ⚾️
PikeView Panthers and Princeton Tigers faced off in the South Atlantic Invitational Championship in South Carolina, showcasing incredible talent and sportsmanship.
Congratulations to the PikeView Panthers on bringing home the championship! 🏆
Superintendent Ed Toman, Assistant Superintendents Rosemary Mitchell and Ernie Adkins, and Treasurer Leslie Wellman attended a West Virginia Association of School Administrators professional development session today in Fairmont.
The day focused on legislative updates, school finance, and financial planning—ensuring Mercer County Schools stays informed, prepared, and fiscally strong for the future. #MCPSProud
We’re proud of the engaging, real-world learning happening in Mercer County classrooms!
Students in Mrs. Leigh Ann Owens’ math class at PikeView High School recently completed a trigonometry project that brought key concepts to life through teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. These students did an outstanding job showcasing their learning!
#MCPSProud #PublicSchoolProudWV @wveducation
Central Office staff participated in professional learning focused on strengthening internal systems and exploring how AI can improve efficiency and support daily operations. Thank you to Brent Murphy, Dr. Amber Bowling, and Amy Harrison for the updates.
The last day of school for students in Mercer County is Monday, June 15, 2026.
The Bluefield High School Marching Band brought their talent all the way to Disney World in Orlando this week! 🎶✨
🚨 Attention PikeView families 🚨
Students riding buses 649, 678, 682, and 685 will experience delays due to the Camp Creek exit closure by the WV Department of Highways.
Buses will use back roads and run approximately 20 minutes late in the mornings and afternoons. This will affect both PikeView Middle and High Schools.
Students riding buses 649, 678, 682, and 685 will experience delays due to the Camp Creek exit closure by the WV Department of Highways.
Buses will use back roads and run approximately 20 minutes late in the mornings and afternoons. This will affect both PikeView Middle and High Schools.
Superintendent Ed Toman and Purchasing Director Lindsay Streeby met with Director of Safety & Security Sergeant Melissa Clemons and School Resource Officers this morning. In addition to discussing safety initiatives, officers received new standardized uniforms to improve visibility and ensure they are easily recognizable throughout our schools. School safety remains a top priority for Mercer County Public Schools, and we are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all students, educators, and community members. Our School Resource Officers are all retired law enforcement professionals and are strategically assigned throughout the county, serving and protecting our schools. Pictured above are Mercer County School Resource Officers Sgt. M.D. Clemons, S.J. Cary, J.W. Howell, D.J. Coyne, C.R. Maynard, and B.D. Beasley.
Data and Information Specialist Amy Harrison attended the Focus Forward Conference yesterday, where leaders in education, manufacturing, technology, and healthcare discussed the opportunities and challenges AI brings to education and the workforce. Speakers included Sal Khan, CEO of Khan Academy, WV State Superintendent Michele Blatt, the presidents of West Virginia University and Marshall University, and US Senator Shelley Moore Capito. The priority remains preparing students with strong thinking skills for a changing world.
Superintendent Ed Toman and Assistant Superintendents Dr. Ernie Adkins and Rosemary Mitchell met with Faculty Senate Chairs this afternoon at MCTEC Seminar Center. We appreciate these teacher leaders and their commitment to increasing student achievement in Mercer County Public Schools!
Today was an exciting day at Concord University for the Middle School Battle of the Books! 📚🐾
Congratulations to PikeView Middle School’s team, The Panthers, on their big win! 🎉
We’re also proud of all teams for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding sportsmanship. What a great day celebrating the love of reading! #PublicSchoolProudWV
Congratulations to Mr. Mike Collins, principal of Bluefield High School, on being elected to represent District 5 principals on the WVSSAC Board! 🎉
He will serve a five-year term following the election at yesterday’s Board of Control meeting at Stonewall.
Bus 685 is running an hour behind this morning, Wednesday, April 1st. This affects Spanishburg, Pikeview Middle and PikeView High.
Bus 699 (formerly 635), a special needs bus,is 30 minutes behind this morning, Wednesday, April 1st. This affects
Silver Springs, Princeton Middle, Princeton, High, Straley, Mercer, Princeton Primary, Glenwood, and Mountain Valley.
Denise Spatafore of Dinsmore & Shohl met with Assistant Superintendents Rosemary Mitchell and Dr. Ernie Adkins, HR Director Dr. Kristal Filipek, and Pupil Services Director Amanda Aliff to review Title IX updates.
