December 2017
In This Edition
  • Reunion Updates
  • News & Announcements
  • Memories of Mercy
  • Roll Call
  • From the Mercy Archives
  • Upcoming Events
  • Skippers Remembered
  • Stay Connected
Reunion Updates
Support the Planning of Your Class Reunion

The Alumnae Office has received interest from the following classes regarding a reunion:
  • Class of 1978 - 40th Reunion (2018)
  • Class of 1991
  • Class of 1997 - 20th Reunion (December 2017)
  • Class of 2008 - 10th Reunion (2018)
  • Class of 2010
As far as we know, planning for these reunions has not begun. If you would like to join the planning committee for your class reunion, or if you have more information about these reunions, please email Georgia Wasley '09, Alumnae Development Officer, at gwasley@mercyhs.org .
Calling all Members from the Class of 1968!

Your 50th Golden Reunion is being spearheaded by classmate, Judy McElearney Nobriga. Please update your contact information with the Alumnae Office by clicking the button below to receive reunion news. We are still missing 45 mailing addresses and 167 email addresses! Please be sure to reach out to your fellow classmates who we might not be reaching.
News & Announcements
Help Identify Valedictorians from Each Graduating Class

Were you valedictorian of your class or do you remember who was? Mercy would like to compile a complete list of our valedictorians for our alumnae records.

Contact Georgia Wasley '09, Alumnae Development Officer, at gwasley@mercyhs.org .
Red & White Winter Ball Tradition Revived

This year’s school theme is Embrace your Roots and students are happy to embrace Mercy’s roots by reviving the longtime Mercy tradition of the Red & White Winter Ball! This beloved tradition first took place in December 1960 when the senior class created an unforgettable event for Mercy girls to celebrate the Christmas holiday season. Over the years it evolved from a senior dance to an all-class dance, giving all students the opportunity to attend a semi-formal dance. The Red & White Winter Ball has not taken place since 2012 so we are thrilled to announce its comeback as we embrace our roots during our 65th anniversary year!

The Red & White Winter Ball will take place on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018. We are looking for dance sponsors and people willing to make a donation of food or decor. The more supplies donated, the more affordable dance tickets will be for everyone!

Contact Georgia Wasley '09, Alumnae Development Officer, at gwasley@mercyhs.org .
Thanks for Attending Alumnae Fall Play Reception

The Alumnae Fall Play Wine & Cheese Reception was attended by members from the class of '66, '86, '09, and '13. It was great to meet fellow alumnae and their family members and was the perfect kick-off to a fantastic production by our students. The Prodigious Snob was a hit!
Roll Call: Grads who recently "checked in"
Darlene Griffin Armanino '73
C urrent City : San Mateo, CA

Joy Boito Walsh '60
Current City: San Jose, CA
Marilyn Mitchell Brook '57
Current City: Los Altos, CA

Roberta Graziani Ziebell '56
Current City: Novato, CA
Memories of Mercy
Class of 1966 Gathers for Lunch
Classmates celebrated the upcoming holiday season on Nov. 28, 2017 at the Boulevard Cafe.

Laughs and smiles were shared by all!
Still Spinning Records
Patti McHugh Rames '67  posted this picture to our Mercy Facebook page with the caption: "Wow! I was just in the Mercy Choir '66/'67. Still have the vinyl."
Share Your Mercy Memories With Us!

We have a special request from all who have attended Mercy High School - WE WANT YOUR PHOTOS and YOUR MEMORIES OF MERCY!

Please email your pictures with a caption to Georgia Wasley '09, Alumnae Development Officer, at gwasley@mercyhs.org .
From the Mercy Archives
From the pages
of the 1958 Yearbook:

Ping-pong doubles champs, Pat Kelly '59 and Jeanne Arata '59 join forces with Eda Bozo '59.
From the pages
of the 1961 Yearbook:

Sandy Jorgensen '61 pauses to introduce her date, Walt O’Dwyer, between dances to Lynette Carter '61 at the Red & White Winter Ball of 1960.
Upcoming Events
Winter Dance Concert: Quantum Leap
Quantum Leap will have you jumping out of your seats with excitement as 28 dancers from the Mercy Dance Ensemble showcase various dance and music genres.

Time:  7 p.m.
Date:  Jan. 19, 20, 26, 27, 2018
Location:  Mercy High School
Cost:  $12

Crab Feed Fundraiser
Mercy Parent Association invites you to our Crab Feed Fundraiser with All-You-Can-Eat Crab, Salad, and Pasta.
  • Raffle Prizes​
  • Beer & Wine Cash Bar
  • Bring Your Own Bottle of Wine ($15 corkage per bottle)

Time:  5 p.m.
Date:  Feb. 3, 2018
Location:  Mercy High School
Cost:  $55 (individual), $400 (table of 8 which includes two bottles of wine)

Skippers Remembered
Janine Marie Granucci Carrig '58
October 22, 1940 - November 3, 2017
Janine passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Janine attended Holy Name Elementary and graduated from Mercy High School in 1958.

Marilyn Garry-Mulkeen '63
December 5, 1944 - November 18, 2017
Marilyn attended Holy Name Grammar School ('59) and Mercy High School ('63). Marilyn Studied Photography at SF City College, College of Marin, and SF State University.

Vanessa Wallace '86
November 2, 1968 - November 6, 2017
Vanessa received her primary education at St. Michaels Catholic School and graduated from Mercy High School of San Francisco. She attended the University of California, San Diego and went on to graduate from the University of California at Berkeley.

Stay Connected with Mercy
Update your contact information with Mercy so you can receive news and announcements about alumnae events and reunions!

We love to know how our alumnae are making a difference in our world!

Alumnae Questions? Contact Georgia Wasley '09, Alumnae Development Officer, at 415-872-0968 or gwasley@mercyhs.org
Our Mission
Mercy High School, San Francisco, educates women to pursue lives of spiritual and intellectual depth, determination and daring action to improve our world as an inclusive, college preparatory community enlivened by the gospel of Jesus and the charism of the Sisters of Mercy.
Our Vision
We are the Social Advocacy Based Learning Catholic school of the San Francisco Bay Area where women graduate with fierce determination to improve their world.