🎉 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
🎉 Welcome to North Mercer, Ms. Smith! ❤️🖤
We are excited to welcome Ms. Smith to North Mercer R-III as our new Title I Reading and Math Teacher! She will be helping students build confidence and strengthen the skills they need to succeed.
We're so happy you've joined the Cardinal family and look forward to a fantastic school year together!
Let's Go Cardinals!
We are excited to welcome Ms. Smith to North Mercer R-III as our new Title I Reading and Math Teacher! She will be helping students build confidence and strengthen the skills they need to succeed.
We're so happy you've joined the Cardinal family and look forward to a fantastic school year together!
Let's Go Cardinals!
🎉 Welcome to North Mercer, Miss Coffman! ❤️🖤
Please join us in welcoming Miss Coffman to North Mercer R-III! She will be teaching Junior High Math alongside our veteran math teacher, Mrs. Persell. (And congratulations to Miss Coffman on her upcoming wedding! Before the school year begins, she'll also be Mrs. Persell! )
We are excited to have her enthusiasm and passion for learning as part of our Cardinal family.
Go Cardinals!
Please join us in welcoming Miss Coffman to North Mercer R-III! She will be teaching Junior High Math alongside our veteran math teacher, Mrs. Persell. (And congratulations to Miss Coffman on her upcoming wedding! Before the school year begins, she'll also be Mrs. Persell! )
We are excited to have her enthusiasm and passion for learning as part of our Cardinal family.
Go Cardinals!
🎉 Welcome to North Mercer, Mrs. McFee! ❤️🖤
We are excited to welcome Mrs. McFee to North Mercer R-III as our new PK-12 School Counselor! She will be supporting students at every grade level, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
We're thrilled to have you join the Cardinal family and can't wait for the positive impact you'll make!
Go Cardinals!
We are excited to welcome Mrs. McFee to North Mercer R-III as our new PK-12 School Counselor! She will be supporting students at every grade level, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
We're thrilled to have you join the Cardinal family and can't wait for the positive impact you'll make!
Go Cardinals!
🎉 Welcome to North Mercer, Miss Pingel! ❤️🖤
Please help us give a warm Cardinal welcome to Miss Pingel, who will be joining North Mercer R-III as our new Secretary! While she is a familiar face at NM, we are excited to have her as part of our team and know she will be one of the first smiling faces to greet our students, families, and visitors.
We're excited to have you as part of the Cardinal family! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals!
Please help us give a warm Cardinal welcome to Miss Pingel, who will be joining North Mercer R-III as our new Secretary! While she is a familiar face at NM, we are excited to have her as part of our team and know she will be one of the first smiling faces to greet our students, families, and visitors.
We're excited to have you as part of the Cardinal family! ❤️🖤
Go Cardinals!
Today marks the end of an incredible chapter as Angie Couchman completes her final day at North Mercer after 28 years of dedicated service.
For nearly three decades, Angie has been a constant source of support, kindness, and encouragement for our students, staff, and community. Her impact reaches far beyond the walls of our school, and the lives she has touched are countless.
While we are excited for the new adventures that await her, she will always be a cherished part of the Cardinal family. Thank you, Angie, for your unwavering dedication, your caring heart, and the difference you have made in the lives of so many.
❤️ We would love your help in celebrating Angie!
Drop a word of thanks in the comments, share a favorite memory, or tell us how Angie made a difference in your life or the life of your child. Let's fill this post with the stories, gratitude, and love that reflect the impact she has had on North Mercer over the past 28 years.
Once a Cardinal, Always a Cardinal! ❤️🖤🤍 #NorthMercerCardinals #ThankYouAngie #CardinalFamily #28YearsOfDedication
For nearly three decades, Angie has been a constant source of support, kindness, and encouragement for our students, staff, and community. Her impact reaches far beyond the walls of our school, and the lives she has touched are countless.
While we are excited for the new adventures that await her, she will always be a cherished part of the Cardinal family. Thank you, Angie, for your unwavering dedication, your caring heart, and the difference you have made in the lives of so many.
❤️ We would love your help in celebrating Angie!
Drop a word of thanks in the comments, share a favorite memory, or tell us how Angie made a difference in your life or the life of your child. Let's fill this post with the stories, gratitude, and love that reflect the impact she has had on North Mercer over the past 28 years.
Once a Cardinal, Always a Cardinal! ❤️🖤🤍 #NorthMercerCardinals #ThankYouAngie #CardinalFamily #28YearsOfDedication
✈️🌎 Our “Around the World” Summer School students are getting ready for an exciting adventure! On Tuesday, June 2, students will travel to the Kansas City International Airport for a behind-the-scenes look at airport operations, security, and many of the amazing things the airport has to offer. We are so excited for this unique learning opportunity!
🚌 The bus will leave North Mercer at 8:00 AM and is expected to return around 3:00 PM. If our return time changes, we will send out an updated TextCaster message.
🍎 Please remember:
• Students need to bring a lunch from home
• Please send an extra drink for the trip
• Signed permission slips should be returned on Monday so the airport can receive an accurate head count
• Due to airport security requirements, families are not permitted to attend the trip
• Students may not bring cell phones or other electronics on the bus
We can’t wait for our students to explore, learn, and travel “around the world” through this awesome experience! 🌍❤️
🚌 The bus will leave North Mercer at 8:00 AM and is expected to return around 3:00 PM. If our return time changes, we will send out an updated TextCaster message.
🍎 Please remember:
• Students need to bring a lunch from home
• Please send an extra drink for the trip
• Signed permission slips should be returned on Monday so the airport can receive an accurate head count
• Due to airport security requirements, families are not permitted to attend the trip
• Students may not bring cell phones or other electronics on the bus
We can’t wait for our students to explore, learn, and travel “around the world” through this awesome experience! 🌍❤️
📣 North Mercer R-III is looking for a caring, passionate, and student-centered PK-12 School Counselor to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year! ❤️🖤
At North Mercer, we believe in building strong relationships, supporting the whole child, and creating a school family where everyone belongs. If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of students from preschool through senior year, we would love to connect with you!
Interested applicants can:
📧 Email Superintendent Wade Hall at whall@northmercer.k12.mo.us
📧Email Principal Aimee Huse at ahuse@northmercer.k12.mo.us
📞 Call the school at 660-382-4214 for more information
Come be part of something special and help us continue growing great things at North Mercer R-III! We can’t wait to meet the next member of our Cardinal family! ❤️🐦
At North Mercer, we believe in building strong relationships, supporting the whole child, and creating a school family where everyone belongs. If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of students from preschool through senior year, we would love to connect with you!
Interested applicants can:
📧 Email Superintendent Wade Hall at whall@northmercer.k12.mo.us
📧Email Principal Aimee Huse at ahuse@northmercer.k12.mo.us
📞 Call the school at 660-382-4214 for more information
Come be part of something special and help us continue growing great things at North Mercer R-III! We can’t wait to meet the next member of our Cardinal family! ❤️🐦
📚☀️ SUMMER READING CHALLENGE! ☀️📚
North Mercer Cardinals, we want to see YOU reading this summer! ❤️🖤
Students AND teachers, snap a picture of yourself reading and drop it in the comments below! 👇📸
Show us:
📖 What book you’re reading
👨👩👧 Who you love to read with or to
🏕️ Your favorite reading spot
😄 Your best reading smile
Whether you’re reading on the porch, at the pool, in a hammock, at the lake, or curled up at home, we want to celebrate our Cardinal readers all summer long!
Let’s fill the comments with books, smiles, and reading inspiration for everyone! ❤️
#NorthMercerCardinals
#SupportReading
#SummerReadingChallenge
#CardinalsRead
North Mercer Cardinals, we want to see YOU reading this summer! ❤️🖤
Students AND teachers, snap a picture of yourself reading and drop it in the comments below! 👇📸
Show us:
📖 What book you’re reading
👨👩👧 Who you love to read with or to
🏕️ Your favorite reading spot
😄 Your best reading smile
Whether you’re reading on the porch, at the pool, in a hammock, at the lake, or curled up at home, we want to celebrate our Cardinal readers all summer long!
Let’s fill the comments with books, smiles, and reading inspiration for everyone! ❤️
#NorthMercerCardinals
#SupportReading
#SummerReadingChallenge
#CardinalsRead
📚☀️ Keep those pages turning all summer long, Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Just 20–30 minutes of reading each day can make a HUGE difference in helping students maintain and grow their reading skills over the summer months. Reading together creates memories, builds confidence, sparks imagination, and helps students return to school ready to soar! ✨
Need ideas to make reading fun at home?
📖 Read a favorite childhood book together
🍪 Bake together while reading recipes and directions
📚 Visit your local library and join the summer reading program
🔎 Discover a new book series for your child’s age
🎧 Listen to audiobooks in the car or before bed
🏕️ Read outside at the park, porch, or campground
📝 Start a simple reading journal or book talk at dinner
Every page read today helps our students succeed tomorrow! ❤️
North Mercer Cardinals Support Reading! 📕🐦
Just 20–30 minutes of reading each day can make a HUGE difference in helping students maintain and grow their reading skills over the summer months. Reading together creates memories, builds confidence, sparks imagination, and helps students return to school ready to soar! ✨
Need ideas to make reading fun at home?
📖 Read a favorite childhood book together
🍪 Bake together while reading recipes and directions
📚 Visit your local library and join the summer reading program
🔎 Discover a new book series for your child’s age
🎧 Listen to audiobooks in the car or before bed
🏕️ Read outside at the park, porch, or campground
📝 Start a simple reading journal or book talk at dinner
Every page read today helps our students succeed tomorrow! ❤️
North Mercer Cardinals Support Reading! 📕🐦
Looking for a fun, engaging, and educational way to keep your child learning this summer? ☀️📚✏️
North Mercer R-III’s Summer After School Program is back for students in grades PK–6 for the 2025–2026 school year! ❤️🖤
Students will enjoy:
☀️ STEM Activities
📖 Study Skills
✍️ Creative Writing
➕ Math & ELA Enrichment
😊 Social/Emotional Learning
🗓 June 15–19 & June 22–26
⏰ Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
💲 FREE to attend!
Please note:
• Students must be registered in ASP
• Transportation, breakfast, and lunch are not provided
• Students should bring a lunch and a water bottle daily
We can’t wait for a summer full of learning, creativity, and fun with our Cardinals! ❤️🤍 #NorthMercer #GoCardinals #SummerLearning
