SPECIAL ASSEMBLY
Mercy HS is pleased to host the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office for an important presentation of "Cyber Bullying, School Threats, and Social Media" tomorrow, Wednesday, May 25 for all staff and students. It will address the legal ramifications that can come from juveniles’ actions on social media and the most prevalent platforms used. This important topic is relevant to our students as they navigate using their voices appropriately, for personal and world topics, and recognize the effects of their actions on themselves and others.
We will follow the Club Meeting schedule. Everyone will attend the presentation in the Auditorium followed by structured grade break out discussion sessions with Mercy Human Relations Council members. This insightful meeting combines valuable information with the opportunity to discuss related issues important to our students.
Hallmarks of a Mercy education require students to be compelled by Mercy and demonstrate a voice for dignity and respect. This presentation is one step in our plan to provide students with a toolkit for respectful conversations around difficult issues that involve sensitive social interactions. We look forward to providing more opportunities throughout the upcoming school year to help our students further develop these essential skills.
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Leadership. Service. Character. Excellence. We are proud to present the Honors Convocation Slideshows for the graduating Class of 2022 and Grades 9-11.
We honor, recognize and congratulate our outstanding Mercy students for an extraordinary 2021-22 school year! You make Mercy shine and are women who make a difference!
God Bless the Class of 2022 and special congratulations to these honorees:
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Valedictorian Julia Rea
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Salutatorian Anna Rimatzki
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Sr. Emily George Award Grace O'Dea
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Heart of Mercy Award Riley Condon
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Garn Griffin Award Madeline Basa & Kendall Spivey
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Nancy Malinowsk Athletics Award Sarah Cunningham
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Teacher of the Year Jill Herold
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Staff Retiree Vicky Kowalski
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National Awards for Community Service |
Mercy High School is proud to announce seven students are being recognized by the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) and InnerView in the 5th Annual National Community Service Impact Awards. This program, open to all U.S. high school students, has been designed to connect student community service activities, skill development, and personal commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to transform our world. The Kroger Co. is presenting the third annual Zero Hero Awards to students for taking action to help create communities free of hunger and waste. Michigan Community Service Commission is recognizing outstanding youth commitment to address community needs in Michigan. Read more here.
Merit Awardees: Julie Castillo, Isabelle Zablock
Zero Hero Awardees: Isabelle Zablock
Michigan Awardees: Julie Castillo, Grace Eliya, Angelina Hamati, Morgan Kasyouhanan, Amelia Lampi, Morgan Sarafa, Isabelle Zablock
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Tennis Regional Champions |
Congratulations to Mercy Varsity Tennis on winning the MHSAA Division1 Region 4 Championship! Read more here.
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Congratulations Vicky Kowalski |
Retiring Mercy math teacher, Vicky Kowalski, was honored at Comerica park during the CHSL baseball semifinals for 44 years of service in Catholic education. We are happy to know she plans to continue coaching bowling and golf, yet she will be greatly missed in the classroom.
A student shared: “Mrs. Kowalski is dedicated to her students and their education. She challenges everyone to reach their full potential and always makes us feel welcome. She is eager to offer support when needed, and makes us laugh everyday.” Thank you, Mrs. Kowalski, for all you have done for our Mercy students and athletes!
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In case you missed it, check out the Facebook Live video here or YouTube version of one of our most favorite Mercy traditions Moving Up! Hats off to our stellar students on a memorable school year and best of luck on exams. |
Emotional Support Dogs Visit Mercy |
Thank you to Campus Ministry for bringing in "The Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs" Sierra Rose, Rufus, Fetch, Digger, Noodles and Wally to help students relax and prepare for final exams! |
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SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
HELP NEEDED! All grade level parents/guardians are invited and encouraged to help out with the Senior All Night Party being held for the graduating Class of 2022 on Monday, June 6 from 10:00pm-5:00am. The SANP is parent-run and we need lots of hands to run a smooth and successful event. Plenty of coffee, food and treats provided!
Your support is greatly appreciated!
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Student Council and the Basketball Program are holding a Give for Gaylord Donation Drive this week until Thursday, May 26. Please consider donating to help support the Gaylord Community after the devastating tornado. Students are asked to bring any of the following items to Adviser Group. Items will be delivered directly to Gaylord residents this Friday, May 27. Thank you!
Cold and pain medication
First Aid kits
Gift Cards to local stores (Meijer, Lowes, Home Depot, etc...)
Snacks
Laundry detergent
Non-perishable protein (peanut butter, canned tuna & chicken, protein bars)
Cleaning supplies
Shaving cream
Razors
Baby wash
Brushes
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GRADUATION SET UP
Volunteers are needed to help with the Graduation ceremony set up on Monday, June 6 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. We are looking for approximately 10 parents/guardians to assist with the chair covers at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheater. This two-hour opportunity may be applied to this school year's financial aid parent/guardian service hour commitment.
If you are interested, please contact Maureen Duncan at advancement@mhsmi.org as soon as possible for more details and confirmation.
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Senior Parents/Guardians
Important Dates
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Thursday, June 2: Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal at Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre - 10:00am
- Monday, June 6: Graduation at Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre - 2:00pm
- Monday, June 6: Senior All Night Party 10:00pm - 5:00am Mercy HS
Forms
Mercy Google Account
Please be aware that on August 1, 2022 your Mercy Google account will be deactivated. This means all email and any files you have uploaded to your Mercy Google Drive will no longer be accessible. If you wish to transfer any of your content here is a link to Google Takeout, which will allow you to download a copy of most of your content and upload it to a personal Google account. Also, please be aware that if you have created any accounts on other sites or cloud based services (Dropbox, Box, Apple, etc.) using your Mercy email address, you will have to change those accounts to use a personal email address before August 1, 2022. Contact the I.T. Office at tfjames@mhsmi.org with any additional questions.
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32nd Annual Mercy Golf Outing
Monday, August 29, 2022
Walnut Creek Country Club in South Lyon
Join the Golf Committee
Come and help us plan Mercy's annual Make a Difference golf outing! You are invited to an open committee meeting on Wednesday, June 29 at 8:30 in the Advancement Conference Room. Please email Maureen Duncan advancement@mhsmi.org with any questions.
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Summer Sports Camps at Mercy
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Now Hiring!
2021-22 Giving Press Proof
In case you missed it, please reference the 5/19 communication here which highlights fundraising initiatives and includes the Press Proof that represents donors who have given between July 1, 2021 through May 10, 2022. THANK YOU for making a difference for Mercy students!
Wednesday, May 25: Oakland County & HRC Presentation
Friday, May 27 - Monday, May 30: No School Memorial Day Break
Wednesday June 1: Final Exams Hours 1, 2
Thursday, June 2: Final Exams Hours 3, 4, 5
Friday, June 3: Final Exams Hours 6, 7
Monday, June 6: Graduation, Senior All Night Party
Marlin Shop
The Marlin Shop will be open after school on Monday and Wednesday this week.
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.
Mercy News
Have any news to share for the Mercy Messenger? Please send any media inquiries, 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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