AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award |
We are proud to announce Mercy HS has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science A (CSA) and AP Computer Science Principles (CSP)! Schools honored with the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have expanded girls’ access in AP computer science courses. In 2021, Mercy HS was one of only 61 schools to be recognized for achieving this important result in both courses. Read more here.
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Pro-Life Club March For Life |
Despite frigid temperatures, Mercy students traveled to Washington, D.C. for the 49th Annual March for Life on January 21, 2022. Marchers walked from the National Mall to the Supreme Court to peacefully protest the 1973 Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in all 50 states for any reason. You can watch a timelapse video of the March here.
Prior to the March, students attended an outdoor concert and rally at the National Mall, which featured numerous speakers, including Fr. Mike Schmitz. While marching, Mercy joined Regina High School and Catholic Central High School in praying for an end to abortion. On the way home from the March, they made a pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio.
Students in attendance were: Anna Boesch, Anna Burns, Michaela Fitzsimons, Keni Lavigne, Gabby McDonnell, and Kamryn Swickard; they were accompanied by chaperone Mrs. Lauren Marquard. Thank you for being women who make a difference, advocating for the Mercy values of Human Dignity and Justice!
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The Sophomore Class was blessed to share in retreat together last week at the Columbiere Center with the focus on the value of Service. God Bless the Sophomores! |
Baggot Street Speaker Series |
Thank you to Campus Ministry and alumna Ariana Kabodian '11 for participating in the Mercy Baggot Street Series. Ariana recently wrote a book honoring her family titled, Forget Me Not: Armenian Genocide Recollections.She discussed her book, the state of affairs in Armenia today, and how this topic relates to the Sisters of Mercy Critical Concerns of nonviolence and women.
The Baggot Street Series is intended as a forum for students to engage members of the community around issues of faith, justice, and the Critical Concerns. Baggot Street takes its name from the first Mercy outreach to the poor and vulnerable in Dublin, Ireland. The Mercy Center on Baggot Street was opened by Catherine McAuley on September 24, 1827.
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French Honor Society Service Project |
The French Honor Society 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year level French students participated in a service project to benefit the Georges Stines Haiti Scholarship Program. They raised $629 for to the education of Haiti children who otherwise would not be able to afford it. This generous donation will cover the tuition cost for four children. In addition, Mercy French students collected school supplies to help the children finish the year with proper materials. Mme Campbell presented the backpacks, pencils, pens, rulers, folders paper, erasers and more to Mme Stines for the students.
We are very proud of our Mercy students who contributed to this service project for Haitian students. We are planning to donate much of the proceeds from the French Honor Society February Bake Sale to the Haitian tuition assistance fund.
Mr. Stines sent the French students an acknowledgement thanking them for their contributions. Mr Stines, President of the George Stines Foundation, states that “We are educating the future generation of Haitian children and hopefully contributing to the improvement of the country." Thank you to his Granddaughter; Milena Chevalier, current French student in Honors French 2, who played a significant role in directing and coordinating these efforts.
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AOD RISE DETROIT 2022 YOUTH EVENT AT MERCY |
The Archdiocese of Detroit has asked Mercy HS to host a brand-new event for high school students in the spirit of Unleash the Gospel - RISE Detroit 2022! RISE Detroit 2022 is specifically geared toward teaching high school-age students how their contributions make a difference in transforming the Church into a “band of joyful, missionary disciples.”
Invitations are extended to 9-12th graders throughout the diocese who are encouraged to attend with their pastor, youth minister, campus minister, or parents. Activities include keynotes, powerful praise and worship experiences, two workshop opportunities, small group discussion, and Liturgy. We are proud and excited to be a part of this AOD experience.
A Gathering of High School Youth
Sunday, February 6, 2022
Mercy High School
8:15am - 7:15pm
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43rd ANNUAL MERCY AUCTION |
Join us at a Gift Gathering Party!
Generous and gracious hosts will provide a warm and welcoming opportunity for you to become acquainted with other Marlin parents, alumnae, and supporters while collecting donations for the Auction.
Thursday, February 10, 2022
7-11 pm
Cantoro Italian Market - Plymouth
Thank you to our gracious hostesses: Joy Duneske (Kayla '23), Carrie Guss (Mia '24 & Alexa '26), Sabrina Livermore (Penelope '25), Jen Lorelli (Julia '23 & Olivia '25), Rita Sherwin (Juliana '23 & Cailyn '25) & Kara Thomas Sinawi ’93 (Ella '23 & Reese '25)
Participate in Auction 2022
Mark your calendars 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.
Auction acquisitions are underway! Successful auctions always depend on fabulous gifts. The ideas are endless, and we welcome and appreciate your donations. Click here for item donation form. Not sure what to donate? Check out our Amazon wish list for ideas. Deadline for donations is March 1, 2022.
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.
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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**NEW DATE FOR BUNCO SOCIAL NIGHT**
Save the new date for the Mothers' Club Bunco Social Night! It will be a fun filled evening of dice rolling, sips and snacks, and building great friendships on Thursday, February 24 at 7:00pm in the Media Center. Plus...there's sure to be a few surprises, so spread the word for this ladies night out. No experience necessary. Kindly RSVP here.
Be sure to "like" the Mercy Mothers' Club on Facebook and stay connected to the Mercy Messenger newsletter each week for details about upcoming events and how you can get involved.
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**MERCY FAMILY MASS & BREAKFAST CANCELLED**
Please note that the Mercy Family Mass & Breakfast scheduled for this Sunday, January 30, 2022 has been cancelled.
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Attention Students: DEI Director Mrs. Smith will be hosting more DEI Chats in the Tea Room January 26 and February 7 during 6th hour. Stop by during your unscheduled time to share suggestions, concerns and enjoy some snacks. |
We're excited to bring back the Pretty Brown Girl (PBG) Club at Mercy High School for the 2021-2022 school year! Listed by New York Magazine and ranked by NBC News, Pretty Brown Girl's mission is to encourage self-acceptance by cultivating social, emotional and intellectual well-being. Pretty Brown Girl's D.R.E.A.M. Program was designed to build leaders from the inside out, while guiding girls through a self-discovery journey that inspires confidence, self-love and a passion to pursue their dreams.
There is availability for 25 girls to participate in PBG Academy, so register today here. For more information, contact Mrs. Smith via email at tsmith@mhsmi.org!
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MERCY MIMES "A SILENT NIGHT" |
Join the Mercy Mimes for a "second" Christmas performance. (Because we all need a little extra Christmas spirit this year!)
"A Silent Night"
Friday, February 4, 2022
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Drama Studio
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SEGMENT ONE ROAD READY DRIVING CLASS |
Road Ready Driving School is offering Segment 1 classes for Mercy students to begin Monday, January 31. All Segment 1 classes will be held in-person at Mercy HS and they need a minimum of 10 students to run the class.
Segment 1 Class
Monday, January 31 - February 23, 2022
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
3:00pm to 5:00pm
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SUBSCRIBE TO TEXT MESSAGE SYSTEM |
Opt-in by texting "Y" or Yes" to 67587 from each wireless device you wish to receive texts on. |
Mercy High School will implement the SchoolMessenger Communicate system to deliver SMS text messages straight to your mobile phone with important emergency information about school closings and safety alerts. Parents are requested to participate and must opt-in to give permission to receive messages by texting "Y" or "Yes" to short code number 67587.
Please be advised that we will be sending an opt-in invitation text message later this month to those who haven't proactively subscribed and have current mobile device numbers in PowerSchool or FinalForms. Learn more here.
SchoolMessenger is the same system being used by the Attendance Office to make automated calls about student absences. SchoolMessenger is compliant with the Student Privacy Pledge, so you can rest assured that your information is safe and will never be given or sold to anyone.
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RX FUNDRAISING AT RITE AID |
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MERCY HIGH SCHOOL MICHIGAN BOOK |
Images of America Mercy High School Michigan Book
By Patricia Montemurri / Arcadia Publishing
Over 16,000 women are graduates of Mercy High School. Since 1945, when it opened as Our Lady of Mercy High School in northwest Detroit, its graduates have embodied the school motto: "Women Who Make a Difference." This book commemorates Mercy High's 75th anniversary and reflects the impact of "Mercy Girls" on their communities, country, and around the world.
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Monday, January 31 - Friday, February 4: Catholic Schools Week
Wednesday, February 2: Catholic Schools Week Mass
Thursday, February 3: 1:35pm Dismissal and OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, February 10: 1:35pm Dismissal Staff Meeting
Friday, February 18 & Monday, February 21: No School Winter Break Days
Friday, February 25: Black History Month Assembly
Class of 2022 Announcements & Info
Marlin Shop
The Marlin Shop will be open after school on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
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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