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Mercy Golf won their second-straight MHSAA Division 2 Girls State Championship on Saturday, October 21 at Forest Akers East with a two-day total of 636. Two golfers shot career bests: Abby Slankster posted a 70 on Saturday after shooting 80 in the first round and earned 5th place individually, while Macy Morphew shot a two-round 166. Lila Polakowski (158) was 12th on the leaderboard, Brinlee Nay shot a two-round 178, and Maeve Casey (73) and Marie Schueneman both contributed round scores. Read article in the Detroit Free Press here and Student and Athlete feature here.
BRAVO CAST & CREW ANGELS OF BATAAN!
| Bravo to the cast and crew of Angels of Bataan! Everyone deserves a round of applause for all exceptional talent, effort, and creativity brought to the Mercy stage. Congratulations for being a part of a World Premiere production! | |
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Scholastic All-Catholic
Congratulations to the following students who were named to the Catholic High School League Scholastic All Catholic Team for their outstanding scholastic achievement.
2024
Elena Garza
Bridie Hart
Julia Holt
Genevieve Lanni
Olivia Nazareno
Kelsey VanDenBerg
2025
Maeve Casey
Jocelyn Gursin
Lindsay Hermann
Evelyn Miller
Macy Morphew
Tess O'Donnell
Sophie Tursi
Julia Wadowski
2026
Emily Capatina
Shaila Cranson
Ava Eliya
Grace Kim
Keira Kirkland
Camilla Mendoza
Sophia Segars
Kailey Tisch
Isabella Van Hoof
Maya Zarow
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Mercy High School has earned Silver recognition on the 2023 AP School Honor Roll. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness. | |
Volleyball Day of Service | Mercy Varsity Volleyball partnered with PB & J (Peanut Butter & Jelly) Outreach for its annual Service Day on Saturday, October 21. The team was up before sunrise to prepare sandwiches and other material donations (sock, blankets, pantry food bags). Then they traveled to a men's shelter in Detroit to serve the food. The team engaged in conversation and provided a human connection rarely afforded to people without stable housing. Mercy Varsity Volleyball is eager to serve again soon! | |
OPEN HOUSE YARD SIGN CONTEST | |
Excitement is building for our Mercy Open House on Sunday, October 29th! We are asking for your help to spread the word! All Mercy staff and students are encouraged to take a sign and place prominently in your yard to advertise Open House.
As an INCENTIVE, send us a photo of your yard sign or post to Instagram, you will automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win a $50 gift card to the Marlin Shop!
Four easy steps:
1.) Pick up a sign from the Gym/Auditorium lobby, Flagpole or Reception Areas.
2.) Prominently display your sign.
3.) Take a picture of yourself with your sign.
4.) Post/share as a story on Instagram and tag @mercyhighmi OR email your photo to admissions@mhsmi.org to be entered!
All entries will be entered into a random drawing to win a $50 Marlin Shop gift card. Both a student and staff winner will be selected. Deadline to submit and/or post pictures for the drawing is this Friday, October 27th.
Thank you for your support!
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All Mercy moms are invited to join us for our upcoming Mothers' Club Dinner & Meeting.
Thursday, November 2, 2023
6:15pm-7:00pm: Dinner, Meet & Mingle $20
7:05pm: Meeting featuring committee updates and Dr. Alison Kline-Kator, Mercy HS Director of Mission Integration and Registrar, will discuss the Mercy Mission and how we can empower our women to embrace the Mercy Mission, now and into their future.
Please RSVP in advance here.
Holiday Sip & Shop
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Thursday, November 30
6:00pm-9:00pm
Mercy High School
Admission: $5
Please join us for a festive evening! We will transform Mercy into a bustling holiday market. We have a curated mix of merchants at every price point. There will be jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, home accessories, gifts for everyone in the family, holiday treats and more! This will be a fun night out with light refreshments and drinks celebrating the holiday season with old and new friends. Plus, you can check off your shopping list early. We will share a list of vendors before the event.
Bunco Night Coming February 15, 2024
Help is needed to plan and organize a Bunco event for this February. Please contact the MMC at mercymothersclub@mhsmi.org if you're interested.
Save the Date for the 2nd Annual Trivia Night
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All Mercy parents/guardians, alumnae, staff and friends are welcome (21+) for a fun-filled evening.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Doors Open 6pm
Cash Bar Opens 6:30pm
Trivia Begins 7:00pm
Mercy Gymnasium
$25 each or Table of 8 $200
- Decorate and dress up to represent your favorite College/University sports team!
- Bring snacks for your table and buy drink tickets at the door.
- Plenty of prizes and contests: 50/50 (arm-to-arm $20); buy answers (3 for $5); heads or tails (3 beads for $25)
TICKETS HERE
HELP NEEDED
Event volunteers are needed in all areas. Please consider lending a hand and sign-up here. Students can receive service hours!
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Mercy Dads' Club November Meeting
We would like to welcome all parents and guardians to the Mercy Dads' Club November meeting to be held at Mercy High School on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 6:30pm to 9:00pm.
There is much going on at Mercy with the newly structured Office of Mission and Ministry, the State of the School, DEI & Belonging and many other happenings. Members of Mercy Administrative Team will be in attendance to give everyone an overview of the current state of affairs. Please join us as we welcome...
- Mary Kate Becker (Director of Ministry & Catholic Identity)
- Dr. Cheryl Kreger (President)
- Patricia Sattler (Principal)
- Traci Smith (Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging)
- Eleasha Tarplin (Dean of Student Affairs)
To make sure that everyone's questions and concerns will be answered or discussed, please enter any topics that you would like to get an update on in the comment section of the Sign-Up Genius. They will be forward to Administration.
As always, social time and dinner will begin at 6:30pm with the meeting being held from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
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All funds raised from this event will be used to enhance Mercy student experiences.
Friday, November 3, 2023
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Mercy High School
The Mercy Dads' Club invites all dads, moms, guardians, grandparents and friends to attend Sips for Scholars Bourbon Tasting Event! If you are a bourbon lover or just want to try something new and learn about bourbon, join us for great company and conversation.
The evening will consist of a curated tasting of six bourbons, good food and a raffle for the bourbons in the tasting as well as some special bourbons. Our host, a Sommelier and Certified Specialist of Spirits, will take us on a journey through the history of bourbon and the distilling and blending of bourbon. You will be guided through a tasting of each of the bourbons.
The ticket cost for this event is $100 per person and will be limited to just 100 guests due to the selection of bourbons being offered. There will also be a $30 Designated Driver Ticket for those that want to attend, but will not be drinking. Food and soft drinks will be included.
Would you like to be an event sponsor? Purchase $100 sponsorship here. Tasting ticket not included with sponsorship. You will be contacted to finalize details.
PURCHASE TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP HERE
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Powderpuff Game Volunteers Needed
The Mercy Dads' Club is looking for volunteers to support the Mercy Senior Powderpuff Football game this Saturday, October 28. If you can volunteer your time, please sign-up here.
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We are so excited to announce our first annual Senior Powderpuff football game against St. Catherine. Come out and cheer on your Marlins!
Class of 2024 Powderpuff Game
THIS Saturday, October 28, 2023
7:30pm
The Hawk Farmington Hills
Tickets: Students $5, Adults $10
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OFFICE OF MISSION & MINISTRY | |
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October 27 Day of Prayer for Peace
In response to the ongoing violence in the Holy Land and the loss of innocent lives, we are asked to unite with our Holy Father, Pope Francis, for a day of prayer on Friday, October 27.
As our Archbishop, the Most Reverend Allen H. Vigneron shares:
"As a people of peace and justice, we implore the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary, the Queen of Peace, in calling on Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace to heal the wounded and hardened hearts driving this violence. We also ask our Lord to offer consolation to all victims, and those in harm's way."
We are all encouraged to be mindful of the Pope and the Archbishop’s request as we join together in intentional prayer for peace in the Middle East. Prayers for peace will be made available in the Chapel, and all are encouraged to visit for individual prayer and reflection throughout the day as you are able.
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The Pro-Life Club & Mission and Ministry would like to invite all Mercy students to join us for the Michigan March for Life on Wednesday, November 8. Join thousands of Michiganders as we peacefully advocate for protection of all human life from conception to natural death
We are so excited to share that we were able to secure sponsorship for any Mercy student who wants to attend. We will leave from St. Patrick (White Lake) at 8:30 am and return by 3 pm. The March is held at the State Capitol in Lansing.
Seating will be based on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure your spot, bring in your permission slip ASAP! The original $25 registration fee is completely covered by the sponsorship, so it's free for students.
All students are welcome on the trip, as are parents. If you have any questions or want further information, please contact Mrs. Marquard or Mrs. Becker in the Office of Mission & Ministry. The final day to register is Tuesday, October 31.
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AOD Black Catholic Ministries Gospel Choir Concert | |
Save the Date for the 14th Annual Black Catholic Ministries Gospel Choir Concert. On July 24, 1990, the National Black Catholic Clergy Caucus of the United States designated November as Black Catholic History Month to celebrate the long history and proud heritage of Black Catholics. This event is a great kick-off to the month. "The choir is committed to prayer and the transforming power that is in our songs of prayer and praise. We understand our calling to lead our brothers and sisters toward Christ using the universal language of music."
Sunday, November 5, 2023
5:00pm
Mercy HS Auditorium
$10 Tickets: Available for purchase online through the AOD here.
For more info, contact the AOD Black Catholic Ministry Office at 313-596-7103.
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Come and hear fun music from the 70s, "Grease" and various musicals at the Mercy Coffeehouse Concert this Thursday October 26th at 7pm in the Drama Studio. Varsity Chorus, the Mercyaires and a special guest drummer, plus lots of amazing solos and duos will perform. Delicious baked goods and Starbucks coffee will be enjoyed by all as the music rocks our world! | |
Read the latest issue of the student-produced Newsprint here. Features include: DACA faces danger because of recent ruling; What's going on with the government; Title IX is changing the conversation for women's athletics; Mercy sisterhood reaches across the world; El Dia de los muertos; The history behind trick-or-treating; Mercy football makes a comeback; Ms. Harkness will remain in our hearts; A world premiere takes center stage and more! | |
ALLIANCE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY | |
A CHSL sponsor, Alliance Catholic Credit Union, in conjunction with their foundation, Alliance Catholic Foundation, is currently running their 8th Annual Live It. Show It. Share It. Scholarship Contest for the 2024-2025 academic year. They are giving away a total of $20,000 in scholarships.
Scholarships go toward the 2024-2025 academic year.
Ten (10) students will be awarded scholarships.
One (1) will receive a Grand Prize of $6,000
One (1) will receive $4,500.
One (1) will receive $2,500.
Seven (7) will receive $1,000.
Scholarships are applied toward tuition for any Catholic High School League member school located in Michigan.
To apply, students are being asked to come up with an idea for an apparel item that features a message that inspires them and that they would be proud to wear and to share, and to explain why they think it would help to Unleash the Gospel. Students do not need to be members of Alliance Catholic Credit Union to enter the contest.
Listed below are links to the informational flyer and application.
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SENIOR COLLEGE BOUND ATHLETE EVENT | |
Attention Senior Athletes! Are you signing a National Letter of Intent or committing to play a sport in college?
The Mercy Athletics Department will be hosting a day to celebrate Senior Athletes committing to play a sport next year at the college level.
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
2:45pm - 3:15pm
Mercy Gymnasium
You're welcome to invite your family and coaches. Please wear your college shirt. We will take individual and group photos.
Kindly RSVP and complete one form per athlete/family online here by November 4. Contact Kate Scalzi at kmscalzi@mhsmi.org with any questions. Go Marlins!
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45TH ANNUAL MERCY AUCTION | |
Please save the date for the 45th Annual Mercy High School Auction!
Saturday, February 24, 2024
5:00pm Mass | 6:00pm Auction & Dinner
St. John's Resort, Plymouth
If you are interested in joining the Auction Committee or would like more details, please contact J'aime Law at jlaw@mhsmi.org. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon.
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Diploma Name
All Seniors were sent an email to complete the google form to submit the name they wish to have printed on their diploma. The name on the diploma will also be listed in the official graduation program. The name announced when they process across the stage does not have to be the same. Google survey must be submitted with their Mercy school email address by November 6th.
On-Site College Admissions
Mercy will welcome Oakland University on Monday, October 23 for an on-site College Admissions Session. Students should check their email for details on what's required for the meeting and for the link from Sign-Up Genius to secure an appointment to meet with the College Admissions Counselor who will review the required information and confirm their admission to the University right there on the spot!
Yearbook Ads
The Lore Yearbook staff is very excited to capture memories of the year for our students, especially this year’s Senior Class.
Within Lore every year, the families of the graduating class have the opportunity to purchase ads to celebrate their students with a personalized message and photo. This opportunity is available again this year.
There are various sizes and price options for these ads, ranging from a full-page ad ($325) to a sixteenth-page color ($25). To design and purchase an ad for your graduating senior, please visit the order website (job number: 13826) and follow these instructions:
- Choose the size ad you would like to create.
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Select student when prompted for whom to buy the ad.
- Enter your student’s name. Please use her full name as it appears on PowerSchool, not a nickname.
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Choose whether you would like to create the ad online or send the message and photos to the Lore staff to make the ad.
- Follow all of the prompts and instructions to complete the ad.
Please feel free to contact the Lore Yearbook staff with any questions at mercylore@mhsmi.org.
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Yearbook Orders
Don’t forget to purchase your yearbook for this year to commemorate the 2023-2024 year! Yearbooks are $70 until April 2023 and then the price increases. There are a variety of options to add to the yearbook including name plates, a dust jacket, and autograph supplements. To order, please visit the order website here (job number: 13826) and follow the links. Be sure to order before the price goes up!
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Marlin Shop
The Marlin Shop will be open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday after school until 3:30pm. The Marlin Shop has an online store here which is open 24/7! You can choose from a variety of custom made to order Mercy gear. The uniform quarter zip will be available for purchase online and in the Marlin Shop.
Important Dates at a Glance & Special Schedules
Tuesday, October 24 - Friday, October 27: KAIROS
Thursday, October 26: Coffee House Concert
Friday, October 27: Prayer for Peace Day
Sunday, October 29: Open House
Monday, October 30: No School Students Only, Staff In-Service Day
Tuesday, October 31: Halloween Costume Dress Up Day
Wednesday, November 1: Maroon & Gold Raffle Drawing Day, All Saints Day Mass Special Schedule, Dads' Club Meeting
Monday, November 6: Mass & Reception for Mary Harkness '70
Monday, November 6 - Friday, November 10: National French Week
Tuesday, November 7: Junior Family College Kick-Off Meeting
Wednesday, November 8: Sophomore Retreat, Senior College Bound Athlete Event
Sunday, November 12: Alumnae Memorial Mass
Monday, November 13 - Friday, November 17: Focus: HOPE Food Drive
Tuesday, November 14: College Financial Aid Info Night
Wednesday, November 15: 1:35pm Dismissal Staff Meeting
Wednesday, November 22 - Monday, November 27: Thanksgiving Break No School
Thursday, November 30: MMC Holiday Sip & Shop
Share your Mercy News
Have any news to share for the Mercy Messenger? Please send announcements, media inquiries, awards, accolades, and more to Director of Communications Julie Earle at jhearle@mhsmi.org.
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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. | | | | |
