Dear Mercy Senior Parent/Guardian,
The Mercy High School graduation is a long-standing tradition and point of pride, as well as the formal culmination of your daughter’s Mercy education. We ask each graduate to wear a floor length white gown for this solemn occasion. For the dignity of the celebration, please keep in mind body type, comfort and modesty when selecting your gown.
Requirements for graduation attire:
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Dress must be white (not ivory, off white, etc. including trims)
- Dress may be sleeveless as long there are two straps at least two inches in width
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Dress may not be strapless, backless, heavily beaded, off the shoulders, one strap, mermaid or high/low style
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Dress may not show cleavage
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Dress may not have slits in the front, back or sides
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Dress may not have a train
- Avoid clingy or stretchy material
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White dress shoes are required (no sneakers, Birkenstocks, etc.)
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Graduates may not wear shawls, hats or other accessories
- Proper foundation garments are a must, long slips or extra lining is recommended (Orchestra Hall lighting may make dresses see-through)
In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, every student must have her white graduation gown approved by Dr. Cheryl Kreger or her assistant, Mrs. Marlene Wojcik. You are welcome to bring your choice of dress to the Advancement Office for approval during the school day, or you can send a picture of the front and back of the dress, or a picture of you wearing the dress. Send pictures to cdkreger@mhsmi.org or mmwojcik@mhsmi.org. All seniors must have their dress approved by May 1, 2021.
Begin shopping for a gown immediately or buy the material and pattern to have it made. Please do not wait until April. You may consult the following website, UWDress.com and the style numbers: D42268, D01073, D73928, D80685, D92678, D84888, D19673, D02487 and D23311 to show what types of gowns are appropriate. There is also a limited selection of donated gowns available in the Advancement Office.
These requirements assure that every graduate looks her best and the ceremony is dignified. The Administration and staff of Mercy High School look forward to a beautiful graduation ceremony with your assistance.
Sincerely,
Dr. Cheryl Delaney Kreger '66
President
