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2/19/26
Bus 170 C Mullins will NOT run tomorrow. We hope families can transport scholars for learning.
RV/IES/SRMS
The lockdown at Bradshaw Elementary School, Sandy River Middle School, and River View High School has been LIFTED.
All students and staff are safe, and normal school operations will resume. We appreciate the quick response of our local law enforcement and the cooperation of our students, staff, and families during this time.
Thank you for your patience and continued support as we work to keep our school communities safe.
— McDowell County Schools
McDowell County Schools under the direction of 911 Emergency Services has placed Bradshaw Elementary School, Sandy River Middle School, and River View High School on LOCKDOWN based on a situation in the community.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. School officials are working closely with the appropriate authorities and will continue to monitor the situation.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work with local law enforcement to ensure safe environments for everyone. Students will NOT be permitted to leave campuses as campuses are on LOCKDOWN.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. School officials are working closely with the appropriate authorities and will continue to monitor the situation.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work with local law enforcement to ensure safe environments for everyone. Students will NOT be permitted to leave campuses as campuses are on LOCKDOWN.
All RV buses will be 15-20 minutes late arriving home today due to road construction. Thank you!
2/16/26
Bus 2101 L Auville will be running late today bringing scholars home for the evening.
2/16/26
Bus 2602 T Earls will NOT run in the morning but WILL run in the evening if families can transport scholars for learning.
Yes we are open for learning tomorrow Monday, Feb 16, 2026.
2/13/26
163 William Jones will
NOT run this morning but will run this evening.
2/12/26
Bus 153 T Morgan will NOT run today. We hope families can transport scholars for learning. MV and CES
2/11/26
2101 L Auville will not run this morning but will this afternoon - RV/ BES / SRMS
162 L Gregory will not run today MV CES
While Valentine's Day flower/gift deliveries to schools for students may seem like a sweet gesture, there are many reasons why they are not appropriate for the school setting/buses:
Distraction: Flower deliveries during school hours can be distracting for both the recipient and other students.
Inequality and Exclusion: Not all students may receive Valentine's Day flowers or gifts, leading to feelings of exclusion or inequality. This could potentially contribute to a negative social atmosphere among students.
Logistical Challenges: Coordinating and managing flower deliveries as a school staff in a school setting can be logistically challenging. It disrupts school operations and creates difficulties for staff.
Allergies: Some students and staff have allergies to certain flowers. Allowing flower deliveries in schools/buses poses a risk to those with allergies, potentially causing discomfort or health issues.
Privacy Concerns: Publicly receiving flowers violates the privacy of students, especially if the gesture is meant to be a personal one. It's important to respect individuals' boundaries in a school setting.
Cultural Sensitivity: Different cultures have varying views on public displays of affection or the celebration of certain holidays.
Educational Focus: School is primarily a place for education and academic activities. Allowing flower deliveries shifts the focus away from the educational goals of the institution and may detract from the purpose of being in a learning environment.
Financial Disparities: Some students/families cannot afford sending or receiving flowers, creating disparities based on financial means. This could lead to feelings of inadequacy or exclusion among students.
Safety: Many students in our district ride school buses home in the evening and these items prevent many safety hazards including most importantly hindering the driver’s vision and capability of seeing all students on the bus.
In light of these considerations, McDowell County Schools has elected to NOT ALLOW the delivery of Valentine's Day flowers/gifts to maintain a conducive and respectful educational environment.
**Please note this includes ANY items for deliveries including food, sweets, stuffed animals, balloons, flowers, and etc. Deliveries are not permitted from businesses or families for students.
We truly understand this is a burden to local florists or other businesses in our local area. However, we hope they can still deliver to the homes to celebrate.
Distraction: Flower deliveries during school hours can be distracting for both the recipient and other students.
Inequality and Exclusion: Not all students may receive Valentine's Day flowers or gifts, leading to feelings of exclusion or inequality. This could potentially contribute to a negative social atmosphere among students.
Logistical Challenges: Coordinating and managing flower deliveries as a school staff in a school setting can be logistically challenging. It disrupts school operations and creates difficulties for staff.
Allergies: Some students and staff have allergies to certain flowers. Allowing flower deliveries in schools/buses poses a risk to those with allergies, potentially causing discomfort or health issues.
Privacy Concerns: Publicly receiving flowers violates the privacy of students, especially if the gesture is meant to be a personal one. It's important to respect individuals' boundaries in a school setting.
Cultural Sensitivity: Different cultures have varying views on public displays of affection or the celebration of certain holidays.
Educational Focus: School is primarily a place for education and academic activities. Allowing flower deliveries shifts the focus away from the educational goals of the institution and may detract from the purpose of being in a learning environment.
Financial Disparities: Some students/families cannot afford sending or receiving flowers, creating disparities based on financial means. This could lead to feelings of inadequacy or exclusion among students.
Safety: Many students in our district ride school buses home in the evening and these items prevent many safety hazards including most importantly hindering the driver’s vision and capability of seeing all students on the bus.
In light of these considerations, McDowell County Schools has elected to NOT ALLOW the delivery of Valentine's Day flowers/gifts to maintain a conducive and respectful educational environment.
**Please note this includes ANY items for deliveries including food, sweets, stuffed animals, balloons, flowers, and etc. Deliveries are not permitted from businesses or families for students.
We truly understand this is a burden to local florists or other businesses in our local area. However, we hope they can still deliver to the homes to celebrate.
FREE Community Performance of Alice in Wonderland by Barter Theatre starting at 11:30AM at MV in the Auditorium. The show lasts one hour.
2/9/26
Bus 182 R McCoy will not make his morning run but WILL run this afternoon if families can transport scholars for learning.
2/9/26
Bus 142 I Deel will NOT run. We hope families can transport scholars to school. We have no subs available to cover the run.
McDowell County Schools will be operate on a THREE HOUR DELAY 2/9/26. *ALL regular bus routes will run.
CTC Schedule B - PM Students
MCS will operate on a regular schedule 2/6/26. Students will be dismissed 3 hours early. Inclement weather bus routes only.
Bus 2501 K Horn was not able to make morning run. He will run this evening if families can transport scholars to school today. RV Area
MCS will operate on a THREE HOUR DELAY Feb 5, 2026. Inclement weather routes only. Please visit MCS website if you need a copy of routes.
MCS will be operate on a THREE HOUR DELAY 2/5/26.
CTC Schedule B - PM Students
MCS Spelling Bee rescheduled for 2/12/26