MARLINS MAKING HEADLINES

English 9 Guest Speaker

Thank you to Julie Ohana, granddaughter of a Holocaust survivor, who spoke to English 9 Classes at Mercy on February 1. Students finished reading the book Night, so they got to connect and hear another story from living memory and had time to ask their own questions. This was especially important and impactful since 1/27/23 was International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

AP Government Field Trip

On February 2, 2023, Ms. Richter's AP Government Class was graciously welcomed into the courtroom of Judge Stephen Murphy III, U.S. District Court judge for the Eastern District of Michigan. The students witnessed several criminal proceedings that helped to illustrate the topics being learned in their class. 

District Solo & Ensemble Festival

The Mercyaires performed beautifully at the District Solo and Ensemble Festival. They received an overall rating of Excellent, also called a ONE along with a certificate and blue medals for their achievement! They performed an African-American Spiritual "Ain-a That Good News" and "Ave Maria," both a cappella pieces with a high level of difficulty. Their judge shared effusive praise for their tone, poise, musicianship and expression. Bravo!

Skating State Champ

Congratulations to Mercy Ice Hockey player and speed skater Marta Meehan '25 who is the Michigan Speedskating State Champion and will compete in Nationals next month!

HOSA State Qualifiers

Sofia Ferrari '24 and Morgan Sarafa '24 placed in the top 8 in their category to qualify for the State HOSA competition. HOSA future health professionals, is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition exclusively for secondary, postsecondary, adult, and collegiate students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions. Morgan addressed behavioral health and Sofia's topic was dental terminology. Best of luck at States!

Athletic Accolades

Dance Team

Congratulations to Mercy Varsity Dance for your Semis Jazz appearance and strong showing at Nationals!

Figure Skating

Shout out to Figure Skating as they finished their last competition of the season before States!

Hometown Life Prep Athlete of the Week

Cast your vote here for Marlin Basketball star Aizlyn Albanese '25 for Hometown Life Prep Athlete of the Week. Voting is open until 12pm Friday.

Boardercross

Congratulations to Caitllyn Blasch '24; Sophie Chiminski '23; Audrey Guyot '23 and Liadan Siegel '25 who qualified for State Individuals for Boardercross. Good luck next week!

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Throughout Black History Month, Mercy will celebrate and explore the history, influence and excellence of Black women and men.

Human Relations Council will present an all-school assembly on February 24th focusing on unsung Black Heroes of the 1960’s.

We are pleased to also host African American guest speakers who will share their experiences of faith, advocacy and career. More details coming soon.

Plus…we are proud to announce BASE (Black Awareness Society for Education) Club is kicking off the first-ever sponsored Black & Ivy College Tour trip scheduled for this summer! We will visit prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and other prominent universities, like Howard, Georgetown, Hampton, Johns Hopkins, and more from June 5-11, 2023. For more information and to register, contact Eleasha Tarplin or Traci Smith.

We invite you to spend time and learn more about unsung Black heroes and see the Center for Racial Justice in Education Black History Month Resource Guide for Educators and Families, which offers excellent resources for year-round education on Black history and experience.

PERFORMING ARTS FUNDRAISER

Love is an Open Door

Please join us for our Performing Arts Fundraiser Love Is An Open Door THIS Friday, February 10th at 7:00 PM in the Mercy High School Auditorium. Join us for a wonderful evening with the Mercyaires, Mercy Mimes, actors, dancers and instrumentalists.

Mercy is proud to be the FIRST high school in Michigan given the rights from Disney to perform FROZEN, The Broadway Musical. Please help us get ready by supporting this fundraiser. 

The production will require: An Epson High Brightness 20,000 Lumens Projector with lens, screen & installation ($52,000) as well as a lighting overhaul ($33,000).

We count on your support at every level and look forward to seeing you on Friday!

Please RSVP to advancement@mhsmi.org or 248-893-3538.

If you are unable to attend but want to support these needs, please donate online at mhsmi.org/frozen-fundraiser or contact the Advancement Office advancement@mhsmi.org.

COUNSELING OFFICE

Course Registration



Course Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is fast approaching. In an effort to support students in making individualized course planning decisions, we utilize the following detailed process for Course Registration. 

Students in grades 9-11 will first attend an Adviser Group Class Meeting where they will receive a presentation explaining Mercy’s Course Registration process and will be given an informational packet, detailing their Course Registration responsibilities. Class Meetings have been scheduled on February 21st for 9th graders, February 23rd for 11th graders, and on February 27th for 10th graders.

Next, students will be responsible for completing their preliminary course selection in Powerschool. Detailed instructions for this step can be found in the student Course Registration packet.

Finally, each student will be assigned an appointment day and time to meet individually with their Counselor. At this meeting, Counselors will review and discuss each student's preliminary course selection, review graduation requirements and progress, make adjustments to course choices as needed, and ensure that alternate course choices were selected where necessary. Final course choices will then be recorded on a Course Registration Form and sent home with each student for Parent/Guardian signature. Once the signed Course Registration Form is received, a student’s Course Registration is considered complete. 

The 2023-2024 Course Planning Guide will be posted and available soon.

February & March Newsletter

Read the latest issue of Counseling Good News here. Features include: Registration is Coming; Understand your Learning Style; College Corner; Monthly Mindfulness; and more.

44th ANNUAL AUCTION

Saturday, March 25, 2023

Tickets are now available for the Mercy Annual Auction Light the Way on Saturday, March 25, 2023! Take advantage of our Early Bird discounted pricing for virtual access and in-person tickets, which is available through February 28th. 

Become a sponsor today! To make it convenient, you can also submit online payment here. This is our largest fundraising event of the year and we encourage your sponsorship at any level. 

Auction acquisitions are underway! Successful auctions always depend on fabulous gifts. The ideas are endless, and we welcome and appreciate your donations. Check out our Amazon wish list for ideas. Deadline for donations is March 1, 2023. 

Please know your support truly makes a difference!

NEWSPRINT

Read the latest February issue of the student-produced Newsprint here. Features include: Black History Month: Looking Back and Moving Forward; Advancements in AI Technology; Strong Women in STEM; February Brings Abundance of Excitement and much more.

CAMPUS MINISTRY

Rosary Wednesdays

We will be praying the Most Holy Rosary every Wednesday before school in our beautiful Mercy HS Chapel. Start your day with this powerful prayer offered at 7:25am every Wednesday morning. Rosaries and prayer cards will be available. Please feel free to join us, all are welcome!

LEGACY EVENT

Save the date for this special evening for our current alumnae legacy families! Mercy alumnae moms and grandmothers of current students are invited to our "Love & Legacy" event at Mercy HS on February 16, 2023 at 6:30pm. Register here. Games, prizes and a chance to win a Lululemon shopping spree and $1,000 tuition credit!

SPIRIT CHOIR

All Staff & Students are Invited!

Calling all Mercy staff and students - WE NEED ALL VOICES! Join us for Spirit Choir on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30am in the music room before school. All are welcome to sing fun, spirited music in a casual setting. No experience necessary and snacks included! Contact Mrs. Abha Dearing at adearing@mhsmi.org with any questions.

"MATILDA THE MUSICAL"

Mercy Performing Arts Department Presents...

"Matilda the Musical"

Friday, March 17 & Saturday, March 18 at 7:30pm

Sunday, March 19 at 2:00pm

NEW THIS YEAR - RESERVED SEATING!

Purchase tickets online here: Adults $15; Students/Seniors $10

When an exceptional little girl is born into a family that does not value intelligence, honesty, or kindness, it will take some cleverness with a side of superpowers to put things right. Matilda inspires her classmates and even her teacher, Miss Honey, to stick up for themselves and change the narrative of their stories. After all, “sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty”. Book by Dennis Kelly Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin Based on the book, Matilda by Roald Dahl.

Compelled by our Catholic faith and the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy High School is a premier college preparatory school that educates and nurtures young women of diverse backgrounds to excel academically, serve compassionately, and lead courageously.