Several Mercer County schools — including Bluefield Intermediate, Bluefield High, Bluefield Middle, Bluewell Elementary, Mercer County Early Learning Center, Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary, Mountain Valley, PikeView Middle, Spanishburg Elementary, and Sun Valley — are taking physical education to the next level.
Through curricular updates and new equipment, schools are finding creative ways to get students moving and engaged. These improvements make PE more interactive and fun, keeping students excited to participate and teachers motivated to keep innovating.
With over 800 students and 540 staff involved, Mercer County’s focus on enhancing physical education is helping build stronger, healthier school communities.
Learn more about the Healthy Schools in Action initiative at wvhealthyschools.org and follow Be Active WV on Instagram and Facebook for more success stories across the state.
Mercer County schools are prioritizing employee wellness through yoga, walking treadmills, and stress-relief activities — creating healthier, happier environments for staff and students alike.
Mercer County schools are improving physical education through new equipment and updated curriculum — keeping students active, engaged, and excited about movement.
Mercer County elementary schools are helping students build healthy habits through before- and after-school run clubs — promoting movement, friendship, and confidence in kids across the community.
