North Mercer School District

🌟🚀🌎 Exciting Update from Mrs. Eakes' 1st Graders! 🌟🚀🌎 👩‍🚀🌟 Our young explorers have been hard at work on their planet projects and the results are out of this world! 🌟👩‍🚀 🌟 From Mercury's scorching heat to Neptune's icy depths, these bright minds have been diving into the mysteries of our solar system! 🌟 🚀 Whether it's researching fascinating facts, or presenting their findings, these 1st graders are showing off their stellar skills! 🚀 🌎 Let's give them a cosmic round of applause for their dedication and enthusiasm! Keep reaching for the stars, Mrs. Eakes' 1st graders! 🌟👏 #PlanetProjects #FirstGradeExplorers #LearningIsFun 🚀🌟

🌟👵👴 What a heartwarming day at North Mercer Elementary School! Grandparent's Day was a roaring success, filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Our halls were adorned with smiles as grandparents joined their grandchildren for a special day of activities, games, and bonding moments. Thank you to all the grandparents who made this day extra special, and to our incredible staff for organizing such a memorable event! A special thank you to our honorary Grandparents that came and made memories with our students! #GrandparentsDay #FamilyLove ❤️🏫

🧠👁️ Exploring the wonders of anatomy in our dissection lab! Mrs. West's College Anatomy students had the incredible opportunity to delve into the intricate structures of a sheep's eye and brain. From the complex network of nerves to the remarkable design of the eye, every detail offers a fascinating insight into the inner workings of life. Hands-on learning at its finest! #AnatomyLab #ScienceEducation #CardinalNation 🐑🔬

🌸🌞 Spring Break Alert! 🌞🌸 Hey Cardinals! 🎉 Get ready to soak up some sunshine because Spring Break is just around the corner! ☀️ From March 28th to April 2nd, it's time to take a break from the books and embrace the beauty of spring! 🌷 Whether you're planning a getaway, staying local, or simply enjoying some downtime, let's make this break one to remember!🏖️ 💫 #SpringBreak #CardinalNation #SunshineVibes 🌴🕶️

🎉🌟🏆 Congratulations to our amazing elementary students for winning the Cooperation Awards! 🏆🌟🎉 We couldn't be prouder of each and every one of you for exemplifying the spirit of teamwork and collaboration. Your willingness to work together, support one another, and embrace diversity sets a shining example for us all. 🎉🌟 #CooperationAward #CardinalNation

Vo Tech in Bethany is opening it's doors to parents and teachers! If you would like to check it out and see what opportunities are available to your students, here is the information for their Open House this coming week!

Thursday was Thank A Farmer Day! 🌾🚜 Our local farmers have donated a book to our library, and high school student, Miss Gracie Rogers, read the book to our elementary classes! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our local farmers who work tirelessly to feed our communities! From sunup to sundown, rain or shine, you cultivate the land with dedication and passion, bringing fresh, nutritious produce to our tables. Your hard work and commitment to sustainable farming practices not only nourish our bodies but also sustain our environment. Thank you for being the backbone of our food system and for your invaluable contributions to our community! 🌱🥕 #SupportLocalFarmers #Gratitude #FarmToTable #Thankafarmerday

Want to paint a dazzling masterpiece, cook up a yummy treat, jump into a new adventure, write your own story, or learn something new? Go for it and Paint Your World at the Book Fair! Our PaperPie Learning Book Fair is coming to our school on March 14 in the commons. We're very excited to share these fabulous books and the fun of reading with you! Our school earns free books/cash from every purchase, so we appreciate your support!! Usborne and Kane Miller books offer quality, engaging, entertaining and educational books. You’ll discover amazing chapter books and early readers, outstanding non-fiction, and the best activity books to get kids excited about reading! SmartLab Toys offers fantastic hands-on STEAM-based learning opportunities! Can't make it to the fair? Shop on-line and support our school. Simply go to paperpie.com/brandpartner/N9045/event/2586204 and shop! Showing your child that reading really matters is one of the best examples you can possibly set. I hope you’ll join us, because books add color to our lives! Paint Your World at the book fair! Shop our E-fair: paperpie.com/brandpartner/N9045/event/2586204

🏀🎉 Congratulations to North Mercer Cardinal, Tyler Meinecke on signing with North Central Missouri College! 🎉🏀 We are thrilled to announce that Tyler Meinecke has officially committed to playing basketball at North Central Missouri College! 🎓🏀 This is a tremendous accomplishment and a testament to his dedication, hard work, and talent on the court. From the moment he stepped onto the court, he has exemplified leadership, sportsmanship, and perseverance. His passion for the game and commitment to excellence have not gone unnoticed, and we couldn't be prouder to see him take this next step in his athletic journey. Tyler Meinecke, your determination and drive have brought you to this incredible moment, and we have no doubt that you will continue to shine both on and off the court at North Central Missouri College. Your future is bright, and we are excited to see all the amazing things you will accomplish! Congratulations once again, Tyler Meinecke! Your Cardinal family is behind you every step of the way! 🌟🏀 #AthleteSpotlight #PiratesBound #HardWorkPaysOff #CardinalNation #NCMCPirates🎓🏀

🌍✨ Exploring the Wonders of Landforms in 2nd Grade! ✨🏞️ Our 2nd-grade classroom embarked on an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of landforms! From towering mountains to winding rivers, our young explorers delved into the diverse landscapes that shape our planet. Through hands-on activities and colorful visuals, our students not only learned about these geographical features but also discovered their significance in shaping Earth's surface. As educators, it's moments like these that remind us of the magic of learning and the joy of discovery. We're so proud of our 2nd graders for their curiosity, enthusiasm, and determination to explore the wonders of our world! Stay tuned for more exciting adventures in learning! 🌟 #SecondGradeExplorers #LandformsAdventure #LearningIsFun #CardinalNation🏔️🌊

We would like to extend a huge thank you Judge Krohn for taking the time out of your busy schedule to visit our North Mercer students. Your presence added immense value and left a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and staff. Your insightful remarks and engaging interaction with our students during your visit were truly inspiring. Your willingness to share your expertise and experiences undoubtedly broadened our students' perspectives and encouraged them to strive for excellence in their endeavors. We deeply appreciate your commitment to fostering education and community engagement. Your support reinforces our mission to provide our students with enriching experiences that prepare them for success both inside and outside the classroom. We look forward to having you at North Mercer R-III again! #CardinalNation

Join us in shaping the future of education at North Mercer R-III! We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence. For inquiries or to submit an application, please contact Superintendent, Mr. Hall at whall@northmercer.k12.mo.us.

Ms. Michaelis' 6th graders practiced their Parts of Speech knowledge today with a game of BINGO! #CardinalNation

Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up at North Mercer R-III! Elementary parents may call the office to schedule a conference time. 4/5/6 will be meeting as a team so you may talk with them all at the same time. High school parents may come in on first come, first serve basis. This is the same day as Grandparent's Day and we have an early dismissal at 12:40pm. There is No School on Friday, March 15th. #CardinalNation

North Mercer Elementary will be celebrating our grandparents on March 14th from 8:45am-10:00 am! Parents and guardians, please sign up the grandparents that will be attending on the purple sheet that was sent home and return it by March 12. If a grandparent will be signing your student out on this day please add that information to the form as well. Check-in will begin at 8:45 in the Commons. We will have a photo booth set up so you may take pictures, and USBORNE Books will be selling books in the commons. We look forward to sharing this day with you! #CardinalNation

Mrs. Barker's Entrepreneur class got to "sell" their handmade goods to the 4-6th grade classes. 4th-6th grade used the Cardinal Cash they have earned to purchase those goods! Students worked on this Cost and Profit unit along with many other valuable lessons along the way. Great job students and, Mrs. Barker, Mr. Martin, Ms. Michaelis, and Mrs. Moorman. We are proud of our Cardinals and all they are learning through these hands-on experiences! #CardinalNation

Mrs. Barker's Entrepreneurship class is having a great time making their own products from scratch to sell to the elementary 4-6th grade students. They have to analyze their strategies and numbers a to turn a profit! Great work, Cardinals and Mrs. Barker! #CardinalNation

Our North Mercer R-III Art Club students visited Pearls II this week and worked on crafts with the residents . Thank you Pearls II for having us! Art Appreciation students have been working on diamond art projects as well! #CardinalNation

Get ready to get your Green Groove on Cardinals! It's is almost time for our annual PK-6 St. Patrick's Day Dance! March 15th from 6-8pm in the old gym! #CardinalNation

Congratulations to all of our Homecoming Senior Candidates and to our King and Queen, Tyler Meineke and Maddi Fisher! #HOCO2024 #CardinalNation