Mercy High School Monthly Parent E-Newsletter - October 2006
Wit’s End . . . notes from the principal
Welcome to the Mercy Memo E-Newsletter! We are always trying to improve on what we do...you expect nothing less! We’ve launched this communication tool so that you’ll have better news and more news about all that is going on here at Mercy. Hopefully, the information will also be in a timely fashion.
The year is off to a grand start and at least some of the lofty goals I’ve set are already achieved. Robert Browning, a 19 century poet, wrote “a man’s reach should exceed his grasp, or what’s a heaven for?” The never ending length of my To Do list at least gives each day a purpose!
My hopes for every student is that she is managing the school demands, making the best choices of how to use her time, having some fun, and staying healthy. My hopes for parents are exactly the same! Use the resources available to you to help this year be one of happiness and success.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Carolyn Witte
 Know any future Marlins?
Help spread the word about our Fall Open House. Invite your friends to see and tour Mercy. One lucky 7th or 8th grade attendee will win a free HP Tablet PC! (Awarded upon enrollment.)
Have you heard? Tune into WWJ Radio 950 this week to catch our on-air Mercy open house spot. Or click here to listen right now!
Contact mpstirling@mhsmi.org for more admissions info.
Mother's Club 
Please join us for the
Mother-Daughter Evening of Spiritual Reflection
at St Edith Catholic Church 6:00pm on the new date of November 13.
Click here for invitation and more information.
Next meeting November 6 @ 6:30pm.
Dad's Club
- Wreaths and Roping will be on sale at the Mercy Marketplace over Thanksgiving weekend.
- The entire family is invited to our Annual Christmas at Greenfield Village Saturday, Dec 9.
Next meeting November 7 @ 7pm.
Academic Achievements
National Merit Scholarship Program
Senior Carolyn Lusch is a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist scoring in the top 1% of 1.4 million juniors who tested last year. Patricia Hill and Vanessa Hoang were named Commended Students scoring in the top 5% and Tosh Seriguchi was named National Achievement Program Participant scoring in the top 5% of African Americans who tested.
AP Scholars
25 students have earned the designation of AP Scholar in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Program Exams.
SCHOLAR
Lauren Bennett
Mariel Bolhouse
Meredith Gatt
Savannah Giganc
Angela Gonzalez-Prendes
Erica GraneyElizabeth LoveKaitlyn MardeuszAlexandra MartellaEmma McFawnRebecca MoylanMegan O'NeillEmily PontoAnna SklutCaryn Switaj
SCHOLAR WITH HONOR
Emily Hunter
Catherine John
Anna Malecke
Kathleen ReaumeKatherine RenferNishi ShahMargaret Svec
SCHOLAR WITH DISTINCTION
Kelsey Breck
Laura Karvelis
Kathleen Kneiser
NCTE Achievement Awards in Writing
Patricia Hill and Lauren Myrand, whose work in the English Department was submitted for the annual NCTE Achievement in Writing competition last Spring, were recipients of the 2006 NCTE Awards. Only 606 students were chosen across the country.
Join us for Sunday Mass
Mercy parents and families are invited to join us for prayer and remembrance at the Alumnae Memorial Mass on Sunday, October 29. The liturgy will be at 1:00pm in the school chapel with an informal reception following Mass.
The Mercy "family" gathers every fall to remember and celebrate the lives of deceased alumnae, staff, family, and friends. All are welcome. For further information, contact Jennifer Stark, Alumnae Coordinator at 248.476.3270 or jlstark@mhsmi.org.
Mercy Marketplace . . . a celebration of artists, crafters, women in business
Shop for Christmas gifts, grab a snack, and pick up your Mercy High School ornament at the new Mercy Marketplace held Thanksgiving weekend.
Show dates and times are:
Friday, November 24 from 4pm - 8pm and
Saturday, November 25 from 10am - 4pm.
Let's Hear it for the Staff
Physical Education Teacher Ann Jamieson competed in the Chicago Triatholon and took 1st place in her age group and finished in the top 10% of nearly 1,800 competitors.
Music teacher Abha Dearing will present her Master's Recital on Sunday, November 11 at 4pm Varner Recital Hall at Oakland University.
Mercy Month Ahead
| Event |
Date/Time |
Location |
| Pizza, Jam, and Jeans |
Oct 26 / 6p |
Mercy Cafe |
| Alumnae Memorial Mass |
Oct 29 / 1p |
Mercy Chapel |
| Fall Open House |
Nov 5 / 1-4p |
Mercy High School |
| Mother's Club Meeting |
Nov 6 / 6:30p |
Mercy High School |
| Dad's Club Meeting |
Nov 7 / 7p |
Mercy Cafe |
| Focus: HOPE Food Drive |
Nov 8 - 20 |
Mercy High School |
| Fall Play STAGE DOOR |
Nov 10-11 / 8p
Nov 12 / 2p
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Mercy Auditorium |
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Nov 13 / 6p |
St. Edith |
| Mercy Marketplace |
Nov 24 / 4-8p
Nov 25 / 10a-4p
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Mercy High School |
Want even more? Check out the school year calendar.
MNotes . . . miscellaneous info you need to know!
For the first time ever NEWSPRINT, Mercy's student newspaper, will soon be available to parents and alumnae by subscription. The subscription fee is $17 a year($2.50/issue). Forms available in the first upcoming issue.
Pizza, Jams, and Jeans is Thursday, October 26 at 6pm in the Mercy Cafe. "Broadway Spectacular" will highlight all of your favorite show tunes. The Mercyaires,the choirs and orchestra, along with Mrs. Dearing are planning a great evening of music and a meal for just $5/person. Call 248.474.4440 for more information.
 Participate in Mercy's Annual Auction held March 3, 2007. Read the Auction Times to learn more about the largest parent fundraiser of the year!
To put your gift to work faster at Mercy, donate online. Did you know the easiest way to make an annual gift to Mercy is on your credit card which spreads your donation out over 10 months? Go Marlins Go! Come support our sports teams! Click here for Athletics Schedule.
Have news to share or comments to make about the Mercy Memo? Submit information for our next issue by November 10 and look for it in your e-mail inbox November 16. Contact Julie Earle, Communications Coordinator, at jhearle@mhsmi.org. You're always a click away from more Mercy info at mhsmi.org .
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