Board Meeting Regular Session - 9/14/2026

The Mercer County Schools Board of Education held a regular session on September 14, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts and renewals for various educational and operational services. The board approved the renewal of the Aptagy communication platform used for school-to-home messaging, with a noted annual cost of approximately $28,000. They also approved a contract renewal with Kaji for bus Wi-Fi systems and additional hardware purchases totaling $89,276. Additionally, the board approved quotes for 400 cases of copy paper and authorized furniture and equipment transfers between county facilities. A maintenance plow truck replacement was discussed, with plans to follow proper procurement processes for the associated plow equipment. The board also approved driver and transportation aid training services provided by SCESC at $30 per hour. Legal services procurement was discussed, with plans to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to select one or more firms to represent the board. Budget supplements and transfers were approved, and student placements from Concord University and Bluefield State University were authorized. The meeting included policy approvals and personnel actions but no direct contract awards beyond those noted. The board emphasized the importance of following proper procurement procedures and maintaining budget controls for contracted services.