Board Meeting Regular Session - 8/24/2026

The Mercer County Schools Board of Education held a regular session on August 24, 2026, where they recognized outstanding students and educators before addressing various procurement and budget matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of contracts and renewals for educational software such as EXL and Edmondum Credit Recovery Services, with the latter tabled for further information. The board approved a contract renewal for integrated pest management services and security and access control maintenance with Cox Security, funded by the excess levy. They also approved event law enforcement coverage contracts with local police and sheriff's departments, and a contract for a Power School automated substitute calling system. Additionally, the board approved the use of professional auctioneer services for surplus property sales, with GovDeals as the sole bidder. Policy updates related to the West Virginia Third Grade Success Act were discussed, and the board reviewed superintendent goals and administrative updates. An executive session was held concerning advanced construction planning and property matters, with no actions taken afterward.