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We are pleased to announce the installation of the Mercy Athletic Hall of Fame located outside the lobby gym doors for sports spectators to view. The Athletic Hall of Fame was unveiled at the President's Reception held September 30 during the induction honoring eight recipients. Each year, we will induct a few new honorees to continually add to the display. Our abundant gratitude to Dr. Cheryl Kreger and John Kreger for their generosity in making this project possible. Please stop by the lobby to see the beautiful display in person.

Congratulations to the 2022 Inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame Class!

• Larry Baker: Mercy Basketball coach, 1975-1996; former Mercy English teacher and Associate Principal
• Nancy Malinowski: Mercy Athletic Director 1991-2021
• Vicky Kowalski: 70 seasons as a Mercy Coach; started the golf and bowling teams
• DeLoris Yager † (Deceased) : Started the Mercy swim program; Swim Coach, 1967-1987
• Jodi Yambor '74: Part of the State Championship Swim team, 1972 and 1973; University of Miami Hall of Fame
• Kristina Bell '07: Mercy basketball and track; 4 year Basketball starter at Fordham
• 1972 Swim State Championship Team: First Michigan state championship in any school, in any girls’ sport, after Title IX
• Girls Athletic Association: Mercy High School Sports and Events Program, pre-Title IX. Leadership through athletics - representatives from every class; promoted sportsmanship and Christian identity through sports

The 2022-23 Mercy HS Maroon & Gold Raffle Family Fundraiser kicks off tomorrow! The annual fundraiser benefits the General Fund, which supports curriculum enhancements, facility upgrades, and technology updates.

Every family is expected to sell at least 35 tickets per student at $5 per ticket (30 tickets per student for families with multiple students), per your enrollment agreement. mess Keep an eye out tomorrow for a special email outlining all of the raffle details including prizes, incentives and days off. 

All Mercy Dads/Guardians are invited to the Oktoberfest Dads' Club Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30pm in the Mercy Cafe. Please RSVP here.

Sign-Up for Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, October 13, 2022

1:00pm to 3:30pm & 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Conferences are scheduled to take place virtually via Zoom Thursday, October 13 from 1:00pm to 3:30pm and 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Five minute conferences with teachers will be scheduled using the 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:

https://www.ptcfast.com/schools/Mercy_High_School_1  

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.

Help spread the word about Mercy Open House! All Mercy families are invited to take a sign and please place prominently in your yard to advertise Open House being held Sunday, October 30. The signs and metal stakes are available for pick-up at the Flagpole Student Entrance doors, Gymnasium / Auditorium Lobby doors and the Reception Area.

On Wednesday, October 12, the 9th grade Class of 2026 will have a special Mercy Love Retreat Day. Students may dress comfortably and should bring a lunch from home as no food will be served. The agenda for the day is as follows:

Wednesday, October 12

8:00am - 2:40pm

One Love Programming (Mrs. Cindy Richter)

True Sisterhood (Mrs. Traci Smith)

Lunch

Diversity Retreat (Mrs. Trish Brown & Mrs. Sara McGavin)

PSAT/NMSQT

On Wednesday, October 12, our school will administer the PSAT/NMSQT, 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, and visit psat.org.

October 12 Test Day Reminders 

You should have already received a "Student Guide" from your adviser. If not, please 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.
• The morning of the exam, go directly to your assigned testing room. Attendance/Sign-in will take place in your testing room. Testing starts PROMPTLY at 8:15 am. Testing Room assignment will be sent to everyone at least one day before the test.
• 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.
• A list of approved calculators will be sent to all students, so be sure yours is OK to use BEFORE test day!

If you have any questions, please see your counselor.

Please click here to read the latest news and information from the Mercy HS Counseling Office for October & November 2022. Features include: College Month; Calming Kits; Senior Check In Meetings; Financial Aid; College Fairs; Avoid Anxiety Behaviors; How to Improve Your Study Habits, and more.

The Mercy Performing Arts Department presents...

Clue On Stage

Friday, October 21 at 7:30pm

Saturday, October 22 at 7:30pm

Sunday, October 23 at 2:00pm

Tickets $10

Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT! Clue: On Stage, Based on the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, Written by Sandy Rustin, Additional Materials by Hunter Foster and Eric Price. Based on the Paramount Pictures Motion Picture. Based on the Hasbro board game CLUE. Original Music by Michael Holland. Produced by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing. (www.broadwaylicensing.com)

Once again Mercy will host a free influenza vaccination clinic in partnership with the Michigan Community Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) and Alana's Foundation. 

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

1:00pm-3:00pm

Mercy High School Auditorium / Gymnasium Lobby

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.

• Complete consents online here: https://alanas.vna.org
• Clinic ID: 1376
• Passcode: ALANAS2022
• Select Mercy High School as Clinic
• Complete form and consent

Mercy is happy to offer our facility for this clinic. On the day of the flu vaccination clinic, any person who has 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. Alana’s Foundation will cover the cost for those without any insurance. 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.

Road Ready Driving School will hold Segment 1 sessions at Mercy every other month. All classes will be in-person, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 3 - 5pm. The schedule will be adjusted for holidays, half days, no school, or other special schedules. Classes are open to Mercy and non-Mercy students.

Segment 1

November 7 - December 1

Classes will be M, W & Th, 3-5pm

No class on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, 11/24. The make-up date will be communicated once the session begins.

The next session will be in January 2023. For more Segment 1 Class information and to register visit roadreadyschool.com, email roadreadydrivingschool@yahoo.com or call 248-308-1048. Info on Segment 2 classes will be available soon.

Newsprint

In case you missed it, check out the September issue of the student-produced Newsprint here. Features include: Spirit Week; Inflation; Changes at Mercy; Hispanic Heritage Month; Concert Crazy; How to Achieve Success and more. Get your own copy! An annual $15 subscription to the award-winning school paper Newsprint is available for purchase online here.

Senior Yearbook Ads

Please reference the communication here for Senior parents/guardians in regard to special yearbook ads.

Marlin Shop

The Marlin Shop will be open after school on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Quarter zips are available for purchase for $35. Cash, check, credit card and Apple Pay accepted.

Important Dates at a Glance

Wednesday, October 5: Maroon & Gold Raffle Fundraiser Kick-Off

Friday, October 7: Blessing of Student Leaders Mass

Tuesday, October 11: Sophomore Retreat

Wednesday, October 12: 9th Grade Service Project & Diversity Retreat; 10th & 11th Grade Test Day; No School Seniors

Thursday, October 13: 11:30am Dismissal; Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences

Friday, October 14: No School

Wednesday, October 19: 1:35pm Dismissal Staff Meeting

Friday, October 21 - Sunday, October 23: Fall Play "Clue"

Tuesday, October 25: Flu Vaccination Clinic

Wednesday, October 26: 1:35pm Dismissal Honor Society Meetings

Sunday, October 30: Open House 

Share your Mercy News

Have any news to share for the Mercy Messenger? Please send any announcements, media inquiries, awards, accolades, and more to Director of Communications Julie Earle at jhearle@mhsmi.org.