⚾ Softball Schedule Update! ⚾
Our JH Softball Tournament scheduled for September 12 has been postponed due to field conditions. A makeup date is being worked on.
Check out next week’s Varsity and JH Softball schedule, and come support our North Mercer Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals!🐦
Our JH Softball Tournament scheduled for September 12 has been postponed due to field conditions. A makeup date is being worked on.
Check out next week’s Varsity and JH Softball schedule, and come support our North Mercer Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals!🐦
📢 **SOFTBALL UPDATE!** 🥎
Tonight’s Junior High Softball Game has been **POSTPONED** to a later date, which will be announced once determined.
📸 **Softball pictures will still be taken as scheduled**, with practice to follow until **4:30 PM**.
Thank you for your understanding, and go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Tonight’s Junior High Softball Game has been **POSTPONED** to a later date, which will be announced once determined.
📸 **Softball pictures will still be taken as scheduled**, with practice to follow until **4:30 PM**.
Thank you for your understanding, and go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
📚❤️ The school year is underway, but we wanted to take a moment to make sure our North Mercer community knows about a few changes happening inside our building this year!
These faces are certainly not new to North Mercer, but they are taking on some new roles this year—and we are incredibly thankful for their willingness to grow, adapt, and continue serving our students! ❤️🖤
🏀 Mr. Waterbury is still teaching a little math each day, but the majority of his day will now be spent in PE! We are excited to see him bring his energy and love of movement to our students.
📖 Mrs. Perkins has moved from our Elementary Title I classroom to the 3rd floor as our JH/HS English Language Arts teacher! We are so excited to have her bringing her experience and passion for reading and writing to our older students.
📐 Mrs. Fisher is staying right where she belongs in PK, but she has also taken on teaching Geometry this year! Talk about keeping busy! 😊
We are so fortunate to have teachers who are willing to step into new roles and do whatever it takes to support our students. Thank you, Mr. Waterbury, Mrs. Perkins, and Mrs. Fisher, for everything you do for North Mercer!
Same incredible teachers. New roles. Still Better Than Yesterday. ❤️🖤
#NorthMercer #BetterThanYesterday #CardinalPride
These faces are certainly not new to North Mercer, but they are taking on some new roles this year—and we are incredibly thankful for their willingness to grow, adapt, and continue serving our students! ❤️🖤
🏀 Mr. Waterbury is still teaching a little math each day, but the majority of his day will now be spent in PE! We are excited to see him bring his energy and love of movement to our students.
📖 Mrs. Perkins has moved from our Elementary Title I classroom to the 3rd floor as our JH/HS English Language Arts teacher! We are so excited to have her bringing her experience and passion for reading and writing to our older students.
📐 Mrs. Fisher is staying right where she belongs in PK, but she has also taken on teaching Geometry this year! Talk about keeping busy! 😊
We are so fortunate to have teachers who are willing to step into new roles and do whatever it takes to support our students. Thank you, Mr. Waterbury, Mrs. Perkins, and Mrs. Fisher, for everything you do for North Mercer!
Same incredible teachers. New roles. Still Better Than Yesterday. ❤️🖤
#NorthMercer #BetterThanYesterday #CardinalPride
North Mercer Seniors! Don't forget to apply quickly, as the deadline is approaching! https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/
📚 Title I Meeting Night! 📚
Join us September 17th at 5:00 PM in the school library for our Title I Meeting Night!
Parents, families, and community members are all welcome! Come learn more about Title I, ask questions, and hear how we use Title I funds to support our students.
🍕 Pizza & drinks will be provided!
We’d love to see you there! ❤️🖤
Join us September 17th at 5:00 PM in the school library for our Title I Meeting Night!
Parents, families, and community members are all welcome! Come learn more about Title I, ask questions, and hear how we use Title I funds to support our students.
🍕 Pizza & drinks will be provided!
We’d love to see you there! ❤️🖤
🌲🏕️ The After School Program starts THIS TUESDAY! 🏕️🌲
We are SO excited to kick off another great year of ASP! ❤️🖤
A few important reminders for families:
📌 Students must be registered for the ASP to attend.
🌅 Before School Program:
• Begins at 7:00 AM
• ASP students must be dropped off at the back of the building between 7:00–7:45 AM
• Students should head to the ASP Room, next to the Music Room
⏰ Morning Drop-Off Reminder:
Students who are not enrolled in the Before School Program should not be dropped off before 7:45 AM. Adult supervision is available beginning at 7:45 AM.
📚 After School Tutoring:
• Monday–Thursday
• Ends at 4:15 PM
🏕️ ASP:
• Ends at 5:30 PM
And we are especially excited about our September theme: CAMPING & OUTDOORS! 🌲🔥⛺️
We can't wait to explore, learn, create, and grow with our ASP students this year! Let's make it a great one! ❤️🖤
#NorthMercerCardinals #AfterSchoolProgram #ASP #CampingAndOutdoors #InspireLifelongLearners
We are SO excited to kick off another great year of ASP! ❤️🖤
A few important reminders for families:
📌 Students must be registered for the ASP to attend.
🌅 Before School Program:
• Begins at 7:00 AM
• ASP students must be dropped off at the back of the building between 7:00–7:45 AM
• Students should head to the ASP Room, next to the Music Room
⏰ Morning Drop-Off Reminder:
Students who are not enrolled in the Before School Program should not be dropped off before 7:45 AM. Adult supervision is available beginning at 7:45 AM.
📚 After School Tutoring:
• Monday–Thursday
• Ends at 4:15 PM
🏕️ ASP:
• Ends at 5:30 PM
And we are especially excited about our September theme: CAMPING & OUTDOORS! 🌲🔥⛺️
We can't wait to explore, learn, create, and grow with our ASP students this year! Let's make it a great one! ❤️🖤
#NorthMercerCardinals #AfterSchoolProgram #ASP #CampingAndOutdoors #InspireLifelongLearners
📣 YEARBOOK PHOTOS NEEDED! 📣
Help us make the 2026–2027 Mercer Yearbook one to remember! ❤️🖤
We’re looking for your favorite photos from this year’s Mercer Homecoming Fair and all the special moments along the way! 📸🎡🎉
Don’t be shy—send us ALL the memories! The more pictures we have, the better our yearbook will be!
📲 Use the QR code on the graphic to submit your photos through the yearbook app.
Thank you for helping us capture the memories that make our school community special! ❤️🖤
#MercerCardinals #MercerYearbook #Yearbook20262027 #CaptureTheMemories #BetterThanYesterday
Help us make the 2026–2027 Mercer Yearbook one to remember! ❤️🖤
We’re looking for your favorite photos from this year’s Mercer Homecoming Fair and all the special moments along the way! 📸🎡🎉
Don’t be shy—send us ALL the memories! The more pictures we have, the better our yearbook will be!
📲 Use the QR code on the graphic to submit your photos through the yearbook app.
Thank you for helping us capture the memories that make our school community special! ❤️🖤
#MercerCardinals #MercerYearbook #Yearbook20262027 #CaptureTheMemories #BetterThanYesterday
North Mercer ART CLUB is hosting the annual
💕🎀 FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE 🎀💕
Calling all dads, daughters, and special father figures! 💗 Join us for a magical evening filled with dancing, pictures, sweet memories, and lots of fun!
✨ Friday, September 25, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 North Mercer School
🎟️ $10 per couple
📸 2 pictures are included with admission!
Additional pictures are just $1 each. Pictures will be available to pick up during the dance.
Get dressed up, bring your favorite dance partner, and get ready for a special night you’ll remember forever! 💕👗🕺
We can’t wait to see you there! 💗✨
#NorthMercer #FatherDaughterDance #MakingMemories
💕🎀 FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE 🎀💕
Calling all dads, daughters, and special father figures! 💗 Join us for a magical evening filled with dancing, pictures, sweet memories, and lots of fun!
✨ Friday, September 25, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 North Mercer School
🎟️ $10 per couple
📸 2 pictures are included with admission!
Additional pictures are just $1 each. Pictures will be available to pick up during the dance.
Get dressed up, bring your favorite dance partner, and get ready for a special night you’ll remember forever! 💕👗🕺
We can’t wait to see you there! 💗✨
#NorthMercer #FatherDaughterDance #MakingMemories
❤️🖤 Say Cheese, Cardinals!
School Picture Day is Tuesday, September 1st! 📷
Come ready with your biggest smile and your Cardinal Pride! We can’t wait to capture some great memories of our students! ❤️🖤
School Picture Day is Tuesday, September 1st! 📷
Come ready with your biggest smile and your Cardinal Pride! We can’t wait to capture some great memories of our students! ❤️🖤
📣 **NORTH MERCER FAMILIES**❤️🖤
We’re excited to share that KidSight will be coming to North Mercer School to provide **FREE vision screenings** for our PK–6th grade students!
📅 Tuesday, September 14th, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 North Mercer School
These screenings are quick, safe, and non-invasive and can help identify common vision concerns that may affect a child’s learning and development.
📄 **Parents/Guardians:** A flyer and opt-out form will be sent home with your child. If you would like your child to participate, **no action is needed**. If you **DO NOT** want your child to participate, please complete and return the opt-out form.
Please keep an eye out for the information coming home and take a moment to review it with your family.
Healthy vision is an important part of helping our students learn, grow, and succeed! ❤️🖤
@KidSightMO
🎉 3 MORE SLEEPS! 🎉
The excitement is building, and we cannot wait to welcome our Cardinals back for the first day of school! ❤️🖤
📚 Monday, August 24th — here we come!
Let’s make it a great start to the 2026–27 school year! 🥳
GO CARDINALS! 🐦❤️
The excitement is building, and we cannot wait to welcome our Cardinals back for the first day of school! ❤️🖤
📚 Monday, August 24th — here we come!
Let’s make it a great start to the 2026–27 school year! 🥳
GO CARDINALS! 🐦❤️
🏫❤️ Meet the Teacher is TONIGHT! ❤️🏫
Join us from 6:00–7:00 PM to meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for a great school year!
We are SO excited to see everyone and kick off the 2026–27 school year! 🎉📚
Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Join us from 6:00–7:00 PM to meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for a great school year!
We are SO excited to see everyone and kick off the 2026–27 school year! 🎉📚
Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
💊 Medication Drop-Off Reminder!
Please DO NOT send medication to school with your student.
All medications must be brought to school by a parent/guardian and signed in with Nurse Bonnie.
💗 Nurse Bonnie will be available at Meet the Teacher Night this Thursday from 6:00–7:00 PM for medication drop-off and questions.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and healthy! 🩺❤️
Please DO NOT send medication to school with your student.
All medications must be brought to school by a parent/guardian and signed in with Nurse Bonnie.
💗 Nurse Bonnie will be available at Meet the Teacher Night this Thursday from 6:00–7:00 PM for medication drop-off and questions.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and healthy! 🩺❤️
🎒❤️ BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS ARE BACK! 🖤
We are excited to kick off another year of our North Mercer R-III Before & After School Programs! Our programs will officially begin TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th.
🌅 BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM
🕖 7:00–7:45 AM
Students must be dropped off at the back doors only between 7:00–7:45 AM.
📚 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
🕒 3:15–5:30 PM
Our After School Program provides students with a safe, engaging place to learn, grow, and connect after the school day ends.
✏️ TUTORING OPPORTUNITY
Monday–Thursday
🕒 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 Title I Room by the Library
Tutoring is available for K–8th grade students.
📝 IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Students must be registered for the ASP before they may attend. Registration forms will be in the Registration Packets on Thursday night at "Meet the Teacher".
We can't wait for another great year of exploring, learning, growing, and connecting! ❤️🖤
We are excited to kick off another year of our North Mercer R-III Before & After School Programs! Our programs will officially begin TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th.
🌅 BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM
🕖 7:00–7:45 AM
Students must be dropped off at the back doors only between 7:00–7:45 AM.
📚 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
🕒 3:15–5:30 PM
Our After School Program provides students with a safe, engaging place to learn, grow, and connect after the school day ends.
✏️ TUTORING OPPORTUNITY
Monday–Thursday
🕒 3:15–4:15 PM
📍 Title I Room by the Library
Tutoring is available for K–8th grade students.
📝 IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Students must be registered for the ASP before they may attend. Registration forms will be in the Registration Packets on Thursday night at "Meet the Teacher".
We can't wait for another great year of exploring, learning, growing, and connecting! ❤️🖤
🎉❤️🖤 WELCOME BACK, CARDINALS! 🖤❤️🎉
The countdown is ON! We are SO excited to welcome our students and families back to North Mercer R-III and kick off a brand-new school year! 📚✏️🐦
🌟 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
📅 Thursday, August 20th
⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Come meet teachers, see classrooms, and get ready for a GREAT year!
🏫 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Monday, August 24th!
⏰ Early Dismissal: 12:40 p.m.
Before we get started, here are a few important reminders to help our first days run smoothly:
🚪 MORNING ARRIVAL
School doors open to students at 7:45 a.m. each day. Please do not drop students off before 7:45 as we do not have staff available to supervise students prior to that time.
🍎 BREAKFAST & MORNING LOCATIONS
• Elementary students and students eating breakfast should begin their morning in the cafeteria.
• Breakfast is served from 7:45–8:00 a.m.
• JH & HS students will begin their day in the gym.
• Please drop students off at the front doors.
🚗 MORNING DROP-OFF
If you are parking and walking your student into the building, please park in the parking lot rather than along the side of the road in front of the building. This helps keep the roadway clear and allows drop-off traffic to move safely and efficiently.
🚙 AFTER-SCHOOL PICK-UP
Please drive Eastbound in front of the building for afternoon pick-up. For everyone's safety, please remain in your vehicle while staff members help load your students.
❤️ A LITTLE PATIENCE GOES A LONG WAY!
We appreciate your patience during the first few weeks as we learn new vehicles, new families, new routines, and get everyone into a smooth rhythm. We know the first few days can be a little hectic, but we promise—we'll get there! 😊
We can't wait to see those smiling faces back in our hallways! Let's make this a year filled with learning, growth, memories, and being BETTER THAN YESTERDAY!🐦❤️🖤
WELCOME BACK, NORTH MERCER!
Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
The countdown is ON! We are SO excited to welcome our students and families back to North Mercer R-III and kick off a brand-new school year! 📚✏️🐦
🌟 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
📅 Thursday, August 20th
⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Come meet teachers, see classrooms, and get ready for a GREAT year!
🏫 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Monday, August 24th!
⏰ Early Dismissal: 12:40 p.m.
Before we get started, here are a few important reminders to help our first days run smoothly:
🚪 MORNING ARRIVAL
School doors open to students at 7:45 a.m. each day. Please do not drop students off before 7:45 as we do not have staff available to supervise students prior to that time.
🍎 BREAKFAST & MORNING LOCATIONS
• Elementary students and students eating breakfast should begin their morning in the cafeteria.
• Breakfast is served from 7:45–8:00 a.m.
• JH & HS students will begin their day in the gym.
• Please drop students off at the front doors.
🚗 MORNING DROP-OFF
If you are parking and walking your student into the building, please park in the parking lot rather than along the side of the road in front of the building. This helps keep the roadway clear and allows drop-off traffic to move safely and efficiently.
🚙 AFTER-SCHOOL PICK-UP
Please drive Eastbound in front of the building for afternoon pick-up. For everyone's safety, please remain in your vehicle while staff members help load your students.
❤️ A LITTLE PATIENCE GOES A LONG WAY!
We appreciate your patience during the first few weeks as we learn new vehicles, new families, new routines, and get everyone into a smooth rhythm. We know the first few days can be a little hectic, but we promise—we'll get there! 😊
We can't wait to see those smiling faces back in our hallways! Let's make this a year filled with learning, growth, memories, and being BETTER THAN YESTERDAY!🐦❤️🖤
WELCOME BACK, NORTH MERCER!
Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
📣 ATTENTION VO-TECH STUDENTS! 🔧🛠️
The first day of Vo-Tech is Wednesday, August 26th!
A few important reminders for all Vo-Tech students:
🚌 Morning Transportation
• Students must arrive at North Mercer School by 7:00 a.m. each morning to ride school transportation to Princeton.
• From Princeton, students will ride the bus to Bethany for Vo-Tech.
• Students may NOT drive themselves to Princeton or Bethany.
🏫 Days Without Vo-Tech
On days when there is no Vo-Tech, students are required to report to North Mercer School for attendance starting at 8:10.
Please make sure you are here on time each morning and know your transportation expectations!
Have a great year, Vo-Tech students! We’re proud of you and excited for all you’ll accomplish! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals! 🐦
The first day of Vo-Tech is Wednesday, August 26th!
A few important reminders for all Vo-Tech students:
🚌 Morning Transportation
• Students must arrive at North Mercer School by 7:00 a.m. each morning to ride school transportation to Princeton.
• From Princeton, students will ride the bus to Bethany for Vo-Tech.
• Students may NOT drive themselves to Princeton or Bethany.
🏫 Days Without Vo-Tech
On days when there is no Vo-Tech, students are required to report to North Mercer School for attendance starting at 8:10.
Please make sure you are here on time each morning and know your transportation expectations!
Have a great year, Vo-Tech students! We’re proud of you and excited for all you’ll accomplish! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals! 🐦
❤️🖤 NORTH MERCER FAMILIES — STAY IN THE KNOW! 🖤❤️
Want to be the first to hear about important school updates, reminders, events, schedule changes, and other North Mercer School news? 📱🏫
🐦 Sign up for our North Mercer School Text Broadcast! You’ll receive important updates and notifications straight to your phone! 📲
❤️🖤 Don't miss out on what's happening at school! Click the link below and get signed up today!
👉 SIGN UP HERE:
https://btcbank.bank/resources/btc-bank-textcaster
Stay connected. Stay informed. Go Cardinals! 🐦❤️🖤
Want to be the first to hear about important school updates, reminders, events, schedule changes, and other North Mercer School news? 📱🏫
🐦 Sign up for our North Mercer School Text Broadcast! You’ll receive important updates and notifications straight to your phone! 📲
❤️🖤 Don't miss out on what's happening at school! Click the link below and get signed up today!
👉 SIGN UP HERE:
https://btcbank.bank/resources/btc-bank-textcaster
Stay connected. Stay informed. Go Cardinals! 🐦❤️🖤
📚🎒 North Mercer Families! 🎒📚
We have LOTS of FREE school supplies and backpacks available at Mercer School! ❤️
The backpacks are already filled with school supplies and ready to go, along with additional supplies on the tables.
If your family could use a little help getting ready for the school year, please come by and take what you need! These supplies are here for our North Mercer families, and we want them to go to families who can use them. 🥰
📚 Free school supplies
🎒 Free backpacks filled with supplies
✏️ Take what your family needs
🏫 Available at Mercer School
Please share this post so we can make sure local families who need these supplies know they are available!
Come get them while supplies last! ❤️
We have LOTS of FREE school supplies and backpacks available at Mercer School! ❤️
The backpacks are already filled with school supplies and ready to go, along with additional supplies on the tables.
If your family could use a little help getting ready for the school year, please come by and take what you need! These supplies are here for our North Mercer families, and we want them to go to families who can use them. 🥰
📚 Free school supplies
🎒 Free backpacks filled with supplies
✏️ Take what your family needs
🏫 Available at Mercer School
Please share this post so we can make sure local families who need these supplies know they are available!
Come get them while supplies last! ❤️
📢 North Mercer R-III High School Registration is Next Thursday, August 13! ❤️🖤
High school students who need to make changes to their 2026-2027 class schedules are invited to stop by during their assigned time:
🎓 Seniors & Juniors: 12:00–2:00 PM
📚 Sophomores & Freshmen: 2:00–4:00 PM
Please Note: Students already completed pre-registration at the end of the last school year. This registration time is available for students who know they would like to make changes to their high school schedule before the school year begins.
We look forward to seeing you and helping you get ready for another great year at North Mercer!
❤️🖤 Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Mrs. Huse, Principal
Mrs. McFee, School Counselor
High school students who need to make changes to their 2026-2027 class schedules are invited to stop by during their assigned time:
🎓 Seniors & Juniors: 12:00–2:00 PM
📚 Sophomores & Freshmen: 2:00–4:00 PM
Please Note: Students already completed pre-registration at the end of the last school year. This registration time is available for students who know they would like to make changes to their high school schedule before the school year begins.
We look forward to seeing you and helping you get ready for another great year at North Mercer!
❤️🖤 Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Mrs. Huse, Principal
Mrs. McFee, School Counselor
🎓 Gene Kauffman Scholarship Applications Now Available! 🎓
The Gene Kauffman Scholarship for female graduates of Mercer County schools is now available!
Applications can be accessed:
📄 On the North Mercer R-III School website under the Documents page or by clicking For Students and selecting the Scholarships page
🏫By picking up a printed copy in the school office.
⚠️ Please read all application instructions carefully.
Application Deadline:
📅 Friday, September 18
🕒 3:00 p.m.
Applications may be submitted in one of the following ways:
✅ Dropped off at the school
✅ Emailed to gkauffman.schol@gmail.com
✅ Mailed (must be postmarked by Monday, September 14)
If you have any questions, please contact Kim Palmer at gkauffman.schol@gmail.com.
Good luck to all applicants!
https://www.northmercer.k12.mo.us/page/scholarships
The Gene Kauffman Scholarship for female graduates of Mercer County schools is now available!
Applications can be accessed:
📄 On the North Mercer R-III School website under the Documents page or by clicking For Students and selecting the Scholarships page
🏫By picking up a printed copy in the school office.
⚠️ Please read all application instructions carefully.
Application Deadline:
📅 Friday, September 18
🕒 3:00 p.m.
Applications may be submitted in one of the following ways:
✅ Dropped off at the school
✅ Emailed to gkauffman.schol@gmail.com
✅ Mailed (must be postmarked by Monday, September 14)
If you have any questions, please contact Kim Palmer at gkauffman.schol@gmail.com.
Good luck to all applicants!
https://www.northmercer.k12.mo.us/page/scholarships
