Black History Month Assembly |
Mercy HS Human Relations Council presented an insightful Black History Month Virtual Assembly "Black Health, Let’s Talk About It" on Friday, February 25. It was an incredibly informative presentation that helped to enhance awareness for all of us on the injustices, disparities and unique needs of mental and physical health care for the Black community. Thank you to our guest speakers Dr. Monica Jackson Alharazim '00, Patricia Farmer Attaway ‘94, Dr. Mary Ibe and Ashley Lyles ‘12 and shout out to our wonderful student facilitators Nandini Desaraju ‘23, Angelina Hamati ‘23 and Alyssa Studvent ‘22 and staff leaders Mike Barnes, Sandy Mals, Steve Morgan and Traci Smith. Watch the recording of the Black History Month webinar here.
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Mock Trial competed this past Saturday and earned a bid to the State Championship Tournament on March 18! In addition, Journalist, Helena Najar, also earned a bid and will compete in the State tournament! Congratulations Mock Trial Team!
Maria Johnson
Lily May
Marina DiPonio
Bella Jappaya
Ella Sinawi
Victoria Berrino
Sophie Ivezaj
JJ Akabuo
Cadie Baehr
Alaina Mundt
Timekeeper Nora Dillon
Journalist Helena Najar
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4Frenzy Fan Choice Winners |
Winning the Fan Choice Teacher Awards
Mrs. Lavely for PE/Health
Mrs. McGavin for Science
Mrs. Shea for Foreign Language
Mercy Student Winners
Favorite Senior Basketball Player Sophie Dugas
Favorite Junior Figure Skater, Abby Maroun
Favorite Dancer, Alexa Fras
Mercy Coach Winners
Kelly Jaskot for basketball and Dance Team coaches Britrtany Burns and Aprell Arthur
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Students purchased Lucky Lunch raffle tickets during Catholic Schools Week for a chance to receive a personalized lunch and goodies from a staff member! Proceeds from the ticket sales benefitted Kentucky tornado victims. |
Mercy Quiz Bowl wrapped up its local league season and hosted the championships on February 15. At the end of the season, Mercy Varsity Gold finished 11-1, earning 2nd place in the division and qualifying for NAQT Nationals in Atlanta. Mercy JV also finished 11-1, earning 2nd place in their division and qualifying for JV Nationals in Chicago. Congratulations to all five Mercy teams!
Varsity Gold (11-1, 2nd place): Caitlyn Begosa '22, Natasha Bouras '22, Meghana Govindaraj '22, Carly Madden '22
Varsity Maroon (7-5, 7th place): Lily Fromm '22, Sophia Gabbei '22, Juliana Santillan '22
JV (11-1, 2nd place): Anna Boesch '23, Caitlin Condon '23, Linny Maier '23, Isabella Merucci '23, Caroline Turco '23
Novice Maroon (7-5, 3rd place): Haleigh Cameron '25, Isabella Casab '25, Lily DeGrenier '24, Riley Manwell '25, Isabella Portillo '23, Micah Rogers '24
Novice Gold (2-8, 6th place): Aniyah Baker '24, Carson Kecskes '24, Miranda Lebednick '24, Ellery Long '24, Kelsey VanDenBerg '24
The team gathered for its annual banquet on February 22, where Anna Boesch '23, Natasha Bouras '22, and Linny Maier '23 were awarded their Varsity Letters for outstanding academic performance. In addition, the team's seven graduating seniors were recognized for their dedication to the team.
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Student Government Conference |
Shout out to our amazing Student Government Executive Board Lily Nederhood, Elise Collins, Grace O'Dea and Class Officers Anna Rimatzki, Olivia Gray and Maggie Neumann who represented Mercy HS at the MASC/MAHS State Conference! Special thanks to Mrs. Richter and Mrs. Tarplin. |
The Youth Mercy Associates spearheaded a service project to make homeless hygiene kits for the "Alternatives for Girls" organization. With funding from The Good Eggs Foundation, the Youth Mercy Associates purchased products like socks, soap, dental care, deodorant and more. They assembled with care approximately 100 hygiene kits and added special, inspirational messages to each one.
"This hygiene kit service project helps women in need in Detroit. It really feels good knowing that we as Youth Mercy Associates are making a positive impact on those who need it most." ~ Julia Rea '22
“This was an overall great experience. Making the kits was awesome and I think that delivering the kits ourselves to Alternatives for Girls as Youth Mercy Associates was the best part!”~ Maeve Casey ‘25
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43rd ANNUAL MERCY AUCTION |
Principal's Pick
This year's Principal’s Pick will be an exciting campus update to support the renovation of the Mercy High School Athletic Locker Room! This project will benefit every student at Mercy and provide an updated space for physical education classes and student-athletes. If the goal is reached, the renovation will occur this summer to add new lockers in various sizes as well as updated flooring and lighting in the locker space. View a message here from our Honorary Chairs Rita Dilworth Lewry '77, Nancy Auffenberg, Sharon Sanderson and Jared Buckley and Mercy students about this important project. Donate to Principal's Pick here.
Attend
Join us for the Mercy Annual Auction on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Meadowbrook Country Club! We are so excited to offer an in-person event as well as virtual access to online bidding.
Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities are also available! To make it convenient, you can submit online payment here. This is our largest fundraising event of the year and we encourage your sponsorship at any level. Please know your support truly makes a difference.
Volunteer
Parent/Guardian volunteers will be needed for Auction set-up and clean-up. Stay tuned for the Sign-Up Genius.
Special Thanks
Over 60 friends of Mercy gathered for a Wine Gift Party at Dianne & Chris May’s home to support the Auction. Many THANKS to all who attended and our hosts: Christine & George Bouras, Lorri & Jim Delaney, Kari '87 & Brian Elliott, Heather '90 & John Lowry, Emily & Dave Maroun, and Dianne & Chris May!
We sincerely thank you for your support and look forward to celebrating with you at our 43rd Annual Auction. If you have questions, or need any additional information, please contact ggray@mhsmi.org.
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ASH WEDNESDAY MASS LIVESTREAM |
You're invited to join us virtually for our Ash Wednesday Mass March 2 at 10:10am via livestream here. Worship with us as we begin this Lenten Season of prayer, almsgiving and fasting.
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PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES |
Sign-Up for Parent Teacher Conferences
Thursday, March 3, 2022
1:00pm to 3:00pm & 5:00pm to 7:00pm
This is a reminder of the 02/15/22 communication in regard to Parent Teacher Conference sign-up. Conferences are scheduled to take place virtually via Zoom Thursday, March 3 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm and 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Five minute conferences with teachers will be scheduled using the online registration tool PTCFast.com. Counselors will schedule 10 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 related to the online scheduling.
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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN FUNDRAISER FOR JUNIOR CLASS |
Mercy HS Class of 2023
California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser
On Thursday, March 3, please support the Junior Class by either dining in or ordering take-out at California Pizza Kitchen at Twelve Oaks and/or Somerset Mall. Thursday, March 3rd is also a half day of school which means it’s a great chance to plan a fun afternoon with friends! Make sure you bring the flyer here, either printed or digital, to show when you order.
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Check out the latest March issue of the Counseling Good News here. Features include: Registration; Happiness Brain Chemicals; Facts about Eating Disorders; Enjoy a Slice of the Balanced Life Pie; Scholarships; Feeling Down, Make a List and more.
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Please join us for the MDC March Meeting!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 2
6:30pm Dinner
7:00pm Meeting
Mercy HS Cafeteria
Agenda includes: Dads' Club Raffle; Chili Cook Off; School Event Support; Next School Year Planning
Guest speaker: Brandon Malinowski, Mercy HS Athletic Director
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Our Lady of Sorrows "Unplanned" Movie Night |
Our Lady of Sorrows Dignity of Life Committee presents "Unplanned" Movie Night Thursday, March 3 at 6:30pm in the OLS School Cafeteria 24040 Raphael, Farmington, MI. Catholic High School students across the Archdiocese are invited to attend and parents are welcome to join. Students under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Learn more here.
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BLACK HISTORY EXPRESSIONS CONTEST |
Expressions Contest
Mrs. Smith is proud to announce a creative expression contest based on the theme of Health and Wellness in the Black Community. All Mercy students are invited to choose a quotation of focusing on Black Health and Wellness and express themselves in any genre. Creative pieces can take any form: essay; story; work of art or music; poem, or any other form of communication. Student submissions are due March 11, 2022. The THREE top entries will win $100! Learn more here.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR GREASE!
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Mercy High School Performing Arts Presents
Grease
Friday, March 18 at 7:30pm
Saturday, March 19 at 7:30pm
Sunday, March 20 at 2:00pm
Adult $17 & Student/Child $15
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Save the dates to join us at these exciting Mothers' Club events! More details coming soon.
Self Defense Class
Come to Mercy for an evening with your Mercy girl to learn some valuable life saving skills at the Women's Self Defense Class Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30pm.
Mother Daughter Reflection
Our Mother Daughter Reflection is always a wonderful afternoon and will be held Sunday, April 3 at Mercy.
Senior Mom Farewell
We will celebrate Senior Moms/Guardians at our Senior Mom Farewell Dinner on Tuesday, May 3 at 6:30pm at Mercy. All Mercy Moms/Guardians are welcome! Please RSVP here.
Used Uniform Sale
Mark your calendar for the Used Uniform Sale on Friday, May 6. We have a large inventory of shirts, skirts, and sweaters at great prices.
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2022-23 Course Planning & Enrollment Agreement |
2022-23 Course Catalog
The Course Planning Guide for all grades is now available here. Course registration directions were outlined for each class and Counselors will meet with students individually to discuss and confirm course selections for the 2022-23 school year.
Enrollment Agreement
This is a reminder of the 2/11/22 communication in regard to the Mercy HS Enrollment Agreement for the 2022-2023 school year available online here. Please complete the enrollment forms along with your non-refundable deposit by March 31, 2022 to ensure the best programs and elective offerings for your daughter.
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FATHER/GUARDIAN DAUGHTER DANCE |
Save the date for the Mercy HS Father Daughter Dance Spring Fling hosted by the Junior Class! Mercy students and Dads/Male Guardians are invited for a fun night of dancing and games.
Saturday, April 2, 2022
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Mercy HS
Tickets $41 Per Family
One ticket is required for each family unit of a Dad/Male Guardian and daughter(s). Tickets will be on sale beginning March 14 online here.
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We invite you to join us for the Mercy High School 2022 Tea for Tuition on Sunday, April 10 at 2:00pm. The Alumnae Association is pleased to host this event to raise funds for tuition assistance! You’ll get to take a peek into our new Catherine McAuley Tea Room and hear stories from current students about how tuition assistance has enlightened their Mercy experience. We also look forward to announcing and spotlighting our 2022 Distinguished Alumna Award and Trailblazer Alumna Award. Host a table, attend, donate, sponsor and learn more at mhsmi.org/alumnae/tea-tuition.
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AOD LENTEN FAMILY PRAYER CHALLENGE |
Join the AOD Lenten Family Prayer Challenge beginning March 2! This challenge consists of a game board with 40 unique challenges; your family can choose which one to do each day to complete the board in the 40 days of Lent.
This year’s prayer challenge is the first of three ways the Archdiocese of Detroit will be preparing for the celebration of the World Meeting of Families, which will be held in Rome in June of 2022 and broadcast worldwide. Learn more here.
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MERCY HIGH SCHOOL MICHIGAN BOOK |
Images of America Mercy High School Michigan Book
By Patricia Montemurri / Arcadia Publishing
This book commemorates Mercy High's 75th anniversary and reflects the impact of "Mercy Girls" on their communities, country, and around the world. Purchase your copy for $20 from the Mercy HS Alumnae Office, Marlin Shop or order online for shipment here.
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Wednesday, March 2: Ash Wednesday Mass
Friday, March 4: No School Winter Break Day
Thursday, March 10: 1:35 Dismissal Staff Meeting
Friday, March 11: No School Winter Break Day
Monday, March 14 - Friday, March 18: Student Art Exhibit Gym Lobby
Class of 2022 Announcements & Info
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The Senior Class Alumnae Luncheon is on Monday, March 14 and the permission slip is due March 1. If you have not submitted your permission slip yet, please do so as soon as possible to Schoology.
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Seniors received a reminder from Mrs. Dennis in regard to MCAP Service Hour Requirements and Reflection Paper deadline of March 10, 2022.
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Seniors should frequently login and check the Class of 2022 Schoology Page for news from your Senior Class Officers and Moderators. You may also reference the Class of 2022 web page for current information and guidelines for senior year activities.
Parent Service Hour Opportunity
For Mercy families who are looking to fulfill financial aid service hours, please see the volunteer opportunity here in regard to helping out with an upcoming Robotics event March 10-12, 2022 at Milford High School.
Marlin Shop
The Marlin Shop will be open after school on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
SchoolMessenger Text System
Parents/guardians must opt-in to give permission to receive school emergency text messages by texting "Y" or "Yes" to short code number 67587 along with ensuring your phone number is current in FinalForms.
Share your Mercy News
Have any news to share for the Mercy Messenger? Please send any announcements awards, accolades, and more to Director of Communications Julie Earle at jhearle@mhsmi.org.
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Mercy High School, a Catholic college preparatory school immersed in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, educates and inspires young women of diverse backgrounds to lead and serve with compassion. |
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