We captured the first place trophy for winning this year’s Annual Alana Foundation Catholic School Flu Vaccination Challenge! Thank you to all who participated in the vaccination challenge to help keep our Mercy community healthy.
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Congratulations to the Swim & Dive Team on D1 MHSAA State Runner-Up finish over the weekend! Special shout out to individual state champions Ciara McCliment '21 #1 Diver and Greta Gidley '21 first place finishes in both the 200 IM and 500 Free at the finals. |
On January 16, Mercy Quiz Bowl competed in a nationwide, student-run tournament on Discord. After a full day of competition, they finished 3-6, placing 4th in their division and 15th overall. The team consisted of captain Caitlyn Begosa ‘22, Natasha Bouras '22, Jill Grubb '21, and Carly Madden '22. Special congratulations to Caitlyn Begosa ‘22, who ranked 8th overall individually. You can view tournament statistics here.
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Mrs. Traci Smith
Special recognition to our very own Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Mrs. Traci Smith, who has been selected by the Mercy Education Systems of the Americas to co-lead the DEI Cohort national network. She will help facilitate, support and share best practices to develop and grow equity programs across all of the Mercy schools. Did you know that Mrs. Smith is also teaching two English courses this semester at Mercy?!
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FOCUS: HOPE FOOD DRIVE GOING ON NOW |
The Annual Focus: HOPE Food Drive is now underway and runs until January 26! For decades we have been an important partner to Focus: HOPE in their efforts to serve the poor and the elderly in the Metro Detroit area.
Your daughter has signed up for some select food items with the expectation that she bring these items and $5 donation for perishable food. To meet our school goal, we highly encourage students to bring in above and beyond what they have signed up for, yet we understand that this may not be possible for all Mercy families.
Students who meet their food and monetary obligation for Focus: HOPE on the first turn-in day (Thursday 1/21 KC and Friday 1/22 SF) will be entered into a drawing to win a Target Gift Card or Starbucks Gift Card.
Mercy High school is proud to be one of Focus: HOPE's largest and most influential donors. We thank you in advance for helping us make this a successful food drive!
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Saturday, February 6, 2021
Tickets are available for purchase and range from a package that includes dinner delivered to your door, a package featuring a special gift of Mercy branded wine glasses and cutting board, and a ticket to allow online access for bidding. Hurry! Food option tickets only available until this Friday, January 22 at 4pm.
Special thanks to the 2021 Honorary Chairs
Leigh Chandler & Lane Coleman P'20 P'22
Lorri & James Delaney P'21
Sharad & Elizabeth Jain P'21
Rita Dilworth Lewry '77 & Tom Lewry P'15
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IMPORTANT INFO FOR THE SOPHOMORE CLASS OF 2023 |
We are excited to have the opportunity to share an in-person retreat day with your daughter Wednesday, January 20. Please be assured all health and safety protocols will be in place. The focus of the retreat will be service and justice. This year we will be holding a half day school event so we can share the retreat with both Cohorts. Click here to reference the previous communication which includes the schedule and details for the day.
Sophomore PreACT Interest Survey & Test Info
Please note that your daughter received an email and survey link in regard to an opportunity for Sophomores to take the PreACT at Mercy on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 8:00am. The PreACT interest survey response should be completed by your daughter using her Mercy email address by Friday, January 22. More info here.
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All students are invited to participate in the first annual MLK Writing Contest. Each winner earns $200! All entries are due Saturday, January 23, 2021. Essential Question: "Where do you stand in times of challenge and controversy?"
This is an excellent way to take some time to reflect on the work and life of Dr. King and how students personally can continue his legacy. Click here for informational flyer. |
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February Meeting - BOOK CLUB
Read with the MMC! Don't miss our meeting on Wednesday, February 10 at 7:00pm for fun and book discussion about "The Book of Longings" by Sue Monk Kidd.
Topic: Mercy Mothers' Club Feb Zoom Meeting
Time: Feb 10, 2021 7:00 PM
Meeting ID: 920 9463 7631
Passcode: 740571
Save the Dates for upcoming Outdoor Events
More info coming soon!
March 25: Mothers’ Club Meeting on Wellness
April 18: Mother Daughter Reflection Event
May 4: Mothers’ Club Meeting & Senior Mom Farewell
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2021-22 MERCY HS FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION |
The Financial Aid application process is now underway at Mercy High School. In order to be considered for financial aid for the 2021-2022 school year, you must complete and submit the application requirements by the April 30, 2021 deadline.
Please note that Financial Aid is awarded on the basis of financial need as determined by the successful completion of a FACTS Management Grant and Aid Assessment application. The application may be found at the following website: https://online.factsmgt.com/.
In addition to the FACTS Management application, a student essay and cover sheet must be submitted to Mercy High School, Office of the President. Please visit Mercy financial aid webpage here for more detailed information.
The total amount of financial aid assistance distributed each year by Mercy High School is based upon the availability of funds and the number of qualified applicants who have submitted their application by the April 30 deadline. Applications submitted after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list and considered if and when funds become available.
Please note, if you have received any type of financial aid from Mercy High School in the past, you must reapply each year in order to be considered for renewal for the upcoming school year.
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COVID-19 Reporting
In assessing the health and safety of our community, we ask that any student COVID-19 positive test result or exposure be reported to the Dean of Student Affairs, Mrs. Eleasha Tarplin ( edtarplin@mhsmi.orgor 248-893-3568).
COVID-19 Update
Number of students confirmed COVID-19 positive: 0
Number of staff confirmed COVID-19 positive: 1
Number of students in quarantine: 2
Number of staff in quarantine: 2
Cumulative confirmed case history since August 20, 2020: 16
Please know that you will be personally contacted if you are ever considered to be at any exposure risk.
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2021-22 Tuition Information & New Online Payment System
Tuition for the 2021-22 school year has been set and detailed in 1/14/21 communication here. NEW FOR 2021! Mercy will start using Smart Tuition for tuition invoicing and payment which will allow us to offer many options to pay tuition and school fees online. Further details and account access instructions are forthcoming. Enrollment Agreements for current students will be available February 17. Please complete the enrollment forms along with your deposit by March 31, 2021 to ensure the best programs and elective offerings for your daughter.
Counseling News
In case you missed it, read the January issue of Counseling Good News here. Features include: Self Care; Action Items for Allies & Advocates; Monthly Mental Health Memo by Mercy Peer 2 Peer and more.
Mosaic Magazine
The latest issue of the Mercy Mosaic Magazine was mailed and all families should have received or should receive soon in their mailboxes depending on USPS mailing times. The issue is also available for viewing online here. Features include: Letter from the President; DEI Update; Class of 2021 Highlights; Salute to Staff; Mrs. Harkness; Mr. Baker; Distinguished Alumna; Honor Roll of Donors; Advancing Mercy; Healthcare Heroes; Alumnae Class Notes; In Memory and more.
Cafe Account Balances
As previously communicated, please reference email in regard to student and staff cafeteria account balance reconciliation due to a vendor security issue. If you notice any discrepancy in your cafeteria balance, please contact Anne Hallberg, Food Service Director, through email at amhallberg@mhsmi.org.
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