CAMPUS WALKING TOUR FOR PARENTS TUESDAY & THURSDAY
Mercy parents are cordially invited to see the Mercy campus on a fall color walking tour! Join President Dr. Cheryl Kreger on Tuesday, October 13 or Thursday, October 15 from 1:15-2:15. Meet outside the Auditorium/Gymnasium Entrance, be sure to wear comfortable shoes and wear a mask. Experience the beauty of Mercy’s outdoor campus while meeting other Mercy parents. To RSVP, email the Advancement Office at advancement@mhsmi.org.
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SIGN-UP FOR VIRTUAL PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Conferences are scheduled to take place virtually via Zoom Wednesday, October 21st 9-11:30am, 1:00-3:30pm and 5-7pm. Five minute conferences with teachers will be scheduled using an online registration tool PTCFast.com. Counselors will schedule 15 minute meetings. In order to schedule a parent-teacher conference, visit the following link and follow all registration directions:
Please indicate a name on your Zoom account so that teachers can easily identify you in order to admit you. Please honor the five (5) minute time limit when meeting with each teacher.
An email will be sent with your final appointment times and Zoom access code directly from PTCFast.com. Information will be available on how to change or delete appointment times. If you are unable to keep a scheduled appointment, please remember to cancel. Please email Patricia Scheid at pmscheid@mhsmi.org with any questions or issues.
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Swim & Dive Oakland County Champions |
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Fear the fish! Congratulations to Swim & Dive for capturing another Oakland County Championship! Greta Gidley also won the county title in the 50 freestyle with a time of 23.95 and Diver Ciara McCliment won the title with a score of 382.70. Click here for the article in the Oakland Press.
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National Honor Society
Click here for NHS Inductees from the Class of 2021. We are proud to recognize these young women for their outstanding contributions to Mercy High School through their scholarship, leadership, character and service. We commend them for their accomplishments and welcome them into the National Honor Society!
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SUPPORT MERCY WITH AMAZON SMILE
You can make a difference while you shop Amazon Prime Day deals tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13 and Wednesday, October 14. Use this link for Mercy: smile.amazon.com/ch/38-2501739 or turn AmazonSmile on in the Amazon Shopping app under settings. Anytime you shop, AmazonSmile donates to Mercy High School!
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FLU VACCINATION CLINIC 10/16 |
Once again Mercy will host a free influenza vaccination clinic in partnership with the Michigan Community Wellness Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and Alana's Foundation. A separate consent form must be completed (in its entirety) for each person who will be vaccinated. Parents must complete and sign the form for anyone under the age of 18.
Friday, October 16, 2020
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Clinic ID: 287 and Passcode: BGPH4PN
Alana’s Foundation will cover the cost for those without any insurance. Accepted insurance companies will be billed. Participants will not incur any out-of-pocket expenses (copays, office visit fee, deductible). For Insurance or vaccination related questions, please call: Visiting Nurse Association - 248-967-1440.
Mercy is happy to offer our facility for this clinic. On the day of the flu clinic, anyone who pre-registered will need to present a picture ID and the insurance card (or a copy of the insurance card) in order to receive the vaccination. We hope you will take advantage of the opportunity for your daughter(s) and/or yourself. Please consult with your family physician regarding any questions about the vaccine. Please note: Only quadrivalent injectable flu vaccine is being offered.
*Family members coming to Mercy for the Flu Vaccination Clinic are required to wear a mask, complete the Visitor COVID-19 symptom tracker form, and enter at the Auditorium/Gymnasium doors.*
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CLASS OF 2024 RETREAT INFO |
Spiritual Retreat October 14
This is a reminder that this Wednesday, October 14 your Freshwoman daughter will participate at Mercy with their Student Cohort Group for the spiritual segment of the retreat. We will hold the spiritual portion separately for the two different Student Cohort Groups, KC and SF. Social distancing protocols will be strictly enforced and masks will be required at all times. Click here to reference detailed schedule and information.
Diversity Retreat October 21
Mercy Link Crew will be providing all 9th grade students with our 5th annual Diversity Retreat program on Wednesday, October 21 from 10:00am to 12:00pm via Zoom. The Zoom link will be shared to students via Schoology on October 20. The goal of our 9th grade Diversity Retreat is to create a more inclusive Class of 2024 through activities and conversation. After a brief introductory presentation by Link Crew Coordinators Mrs. Brown & Mrs. Mc Gavin, 9th graders will participate in small group activities led by their assigned Link Leaders. This event is mandatory for all Mercy 9th graders. If you have any questions, please direct them to Mrs. Brown (tmbrown@mhsmi.org) or Mrs. McGavin (samcgavin@mhsmi.org).
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PSAT INFO FOR SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS |
Sophomores and Juniors received the following email with special attachments in regard to the PSAT this Wednesday, October 14 at Mercy.
This is information for those of you who signed up to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, October 14. The PSAT/NMSQT is a test that measures the skills and knowledge you have developed in reading, writing and language, and math. It measures your reasoning and critical thinking skills, which will be important to you through high school, college, and beyond. Taking the PSAT is great practice for taking the SAT. When you are a Junior, taking the PSAT/NMSQT can enter you into the National Merit Scholarship Program, with a qualifying score. If you qualify for participation in the National Merit Scholarship Program, it can open up opportunities for college scholarships and other programs that may help you prepare for college. We encourage you to take advantage of the many benefits PSAT/NMSQT offers:
- Get connected to colleges and universities across the country - and to scholarship organizations - by opting into "Student Search Service" on the test.
- Get ready for the SAT. Taking the PSAT/NMSQT is great practice for the SAT and helps sharpen your skills for college. After you get your scores you can link them to Khan Academy to keep practicing where you need it most.
- Get matched with AP courses that make the most of your strengths. AP can give you an edge in the admission process, and the opportunity to earn college credit.
Feel free to ask your counselor for more information about the PSAT/NMSQT, or visit psat.org.
TEST DAY REMINDERS
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Look over the "Student Guide". If you prefer a paper copy, you may pick one up from the Counseling Office.
- Use the Student Guide to familiarize yourself with the type of questions that will be on the exam. Take the practice test provided in the Guide.
- Get a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast.
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Arrive by 8:00am and go directly to your assigned testing room. Room lists sent via email. Attendance/Sign-in will take place in your testing room.
- Late students will NOT be permitted to take the test once the 1st section of the test has begun, as the tests are strictly timed.
- Dismissal will be at approximately 12:00 pm for the day.
- Remember to bring two #2 pencils & a calculator with you.
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A list of approved calculators was sent via email, so be sure yours is OK to use BEFORE test day!
If you have any questions, please contact your Counselor.
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PINK OUT FOR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS |
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On Monday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 27 Mercy, students and staff, will come together to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness & Support. This is an annual fundraiser at Mercy students and staff will be able to pay $5 to be out of uniform, but you must wear PINK. Monday and Tuesday will be all about the color PINK!
Proceeds will go to Angel Pillow Project, Beaumont Hospital Sharing & Caring and St. Mary Mercy Hospital Marian Women's Center.
For $5 donation, students may wear:
Top: anything pink (in good taste of course)
Bottom:
- jeans, any color denim pants or skirt, no jeggings or shorts
- pink sweats
- any other pink pants, PJs are fine, but no leggings/yoga pants
- uniform skirt
4th hour teachers will be collecting $5 during lunchtime now through 4th hour on Monday, 10/26 (KC cohort) or Tuesday, 10/27 (SF cohort).
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Save the dates for these upcoming events! More details and sign-ups coming soon.
November 10: Bowling
January 13: New Year Meeting
February 10: Book Club Meeting
March 11: Wellness Meeting
April 18: Mother Daughter Event
May 4: Senior Mom Farewell Meeting
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Thank you to all the Dads for joining us last week for our Oktoberfest & Meeting. In case you missed it, click here for meeting presentation and more Dads' Club info. Contact an Executive Board member if you are interested in a Co-Chair position or email mercydadsclub@mhsmi.org with any questions. We hope to see you soon and Go Marlins!
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COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID WEBINAR PRESENTATIONS |
To better serve Mercy families this year, we are bringing this information to you virtually through two pre-recorded presentations specifically designed for Mercy families. The core 60-minute workshop is designed to shed light on the financial reality of going to college and help families gain greater understanding of the financial aid process. Presenter Bob Hoger, a Certified College Planning Specialist with Michigan College Funding, will give an overview of the financial aid process; discuss the different types of aid, which includes scholarships; and will cover how to apply for financial aid.
Additionally, Mr. Hoger offers a 20-minute presentation that focuses on borrowing money for college.
Feedback on the resources provided by Michigan College Funding is appreciated. We ask that you kindly complete the SURVEY after viewing the presentation(s). More resources can be found here.
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PICTURE RETAKES & YEARBOOK |
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Picture Retake Day
Picture day is Monday Oct. 26 and Tuesday Oct. 27. Photographers will be in the lobby from 7:45 - 11:30 a.m. for students who didn't get their school picture taken earlier or for those needing picture retakes. Please remember to bring the previous picture package to the retakes.
Yearbook and Parent Ads
The 2020 yearbook sold out so don't miss your chance to get the 2021 Lore. Yearbooks are available for purchase through yearbookordercenter.com. Use code 13826 to be directed to Mercy's site. Parent ads can also be purchased at the site or click here for parent ad order form. The deadline for ads is December 1st.
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Check out the newly designed and updated Mercy website. Visit the top menu links for parents and student resources.
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Get your Yearbook Senior Photo Taken at Prestige!
In order to appear in the yearbook and class composite, seniors need to be photographed by Prestige by October 31. Here's the link to the Prestige locations. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Hallie Smith at hlsmith@mhsmi.org or 248-893-3579.
Parent Congratulatory Yearbook Ads
Offer congratulations and recognize your daughter's efforts by placing a senior ad in the Yearbook! These full color ads can include both text and photo(s). You may design these ads yourself or through the yearbook publisher website yearbookordercenter.com and use code 13826 or click here for order form. Ads due December 1, 2020.
KAIROS
All seniors were emailed important information and application in regard to KAIROS retreat opportunity. We will still be offering the same dynamic spiritual KAIROS experience we have for the past 25 years, yet it will operate a little differently. To ensure everyone's safety and keep social distance rules, the retreat house has limited the number of participants. November session for Cohort KC participants and February session for Cohort SF participants with the hope of offering two more retreat opportunities next semester for each Cohort respectively. Seniors are encouraged to check their email and contact Campus Ministry with any questions.
Announcements & Info
Contact Info
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Please watch for any symptoms of COVID-19. If your daughter develops symptoms, we urge you to get her tested for COVID-19. Testing locations can be found using the COVID-19 Test Finder at https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus. If your daughter or anyone residing in your household tests positive for COVID-19, is awaiting COVID-19 test results or is symptomatic, your daughter must stay home from school. COVID-19 positive test results or exposure should be promptly reported to Dean of Student Affairs, Mrs. Eleasha Tarplin (edtarplin@mhsmi.org or 248-893-3568). COVID-19 data within our Mercy HS community will be communicated respectively as needed and always posted at the end of each week on our web site here.
AT A GLANCE
Monday, October 12 & Tuesday, October 13: Marlin Shop Open 2:30pm-3:30pm
Wednesday, October 14: PSAT for Sophomores & Juniors, Spiritual Retreat for Freshwomen, Link Leader Diversity Retreat Training
Wednesday October 21 - Friday, October 23: No School
COUNSELING NEWSLETTER
In case you missed it, read the October issue of Counseling Good News here. Features include important dates, message from Mrs. Brown, "When we are Zoomies, instead of Roomies," October College Month, "Take a Moment for Mindfulness," Financial Aid resources and more.
SEPTEMBER NEWSPRINT
In case you missed it, check out the September Issue of the student produced NEWSPRINT here. Articles on Standardized Testing; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Link Crew; Personalized Parking; Hybrid Learning Model; MVP; Food; Summer Quarantine and more!
NHS TUTORING REQUESTS
Students need help in a subject? Request an NHS Tutor! Sign-up here for a virtual NHS Tutoring Request.
ATHLETICS
Winter Sport Registration
Register now to tryout for Basketball, Boardercross, Bowling, Figure Skating, Hockey, and Skiing. All athletes are required to have completed the FinalForms Profile, including a valid physical. Please register here by 10/16/2020 in order to try-out. There is no participation without registration, but registering does not mean you must tryout.
QUICK LINKS
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