We are proud to congratulate the Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorians & Finalists. This distinction considers academic record, leadership, service and extracurricular involvement; as well as staff and Senior Class input. Hats off to these extraordinary young Mercy women who inspired and lifted our spirits with their innovative thinking, outstanding achievements and ambitious aspirations!

Valedictorian: Alexis Rounds

Salutatorians: Julia Holt & Maura McSweeney

Finalists: Joie Blakey; Carly Dalloo; Lily Degrenier; Grace Eliya; Addison Etue; Elena Garza; Bridie Hart; Eve Lanni; Ellery Long; Ava Lorraine; Olivia Nazareno; Anna Orow; Rafi Sherman; Savannah Sneyd; Kelsey VanDenBerg

Optimist Leadership Award

Maggie Geraghty '25 received the 2024 Optimist Leadership Award from the Farmington/Farmington Hills Breakfast Optimist Club. This award is designed to recognize Juniors who have demonstrated leadership skills and human relationship development. Congratulations, Maggie!

"Maggie is an exceptional young woman. She impressed me as a freshman with her talent, but also her leadership, and reliability and she continues to do so. Additionally, Maggie is a fierce advocate for all, and promotes social justice, equity, and dignity. Maggie leads with confidence and a smile. Her ability to maintain a positive outlook while meeting and exceeding obligations is quite remarkable for someone so young."

Sutton Foster Awards

Bravo to Bryce Costa '25 and Kierah Streather '24 who were both nominated as Outstanding Performer in a Lead Role for the Sutton Foster Awards for their performances in “Frozen”. These two stellar performers are eligible to attend an intensive workshop and audition weekend as well as a Showcase of talent at the Wharton Center in East Lansing. Additionally, they may be chosen to compete at the Jimmy Awards, also known as the National High School Music Theatre Awards in New York City. 

State Solo & Ensemble

The Mercyaires received the highest rating of Excellent for State Solo and Ensemble Festival and earned a perfect score for their sight reading skills. In addition, Excellent ratings (blue medals) were earned by Erin Ikwechegh, Rebecca Morgan and Dorothy Propson. Good ratings (red medals) were earned by London Smith and Shaniel Smith. Great job, singers!

HOSA State Success

Congratulations to all the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) members who competed at the state level. Special shout out to Ava Eliya '26, Abby Bores '26, Chandu Koneru '26 and Camilla Mendoza '26 who placed and qualified for the national competition in Houston, Texas!

Copley Latin Day at U of M

On April 10, nearly 50 Mercy Latin students attended the tenth annual Copley Latin Day at the University of Michigan. Students attended a college lecture on "Ancient Skies, Stellar Stories, Heavenly Mathematics" from Prof. Francesca Schironi, and they also analyzed ancient Roman papyrus in UM's Papyrology Lab, which is the largest papyrus collection in North America.

Later in the afternoon, students attended several workshop sessions, where they:

• Visited the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
• Surveyed the methods of cemetery excavations
• Studied Roman theater and created masks representing ancient characters and stereotypes
• Researched about Greek and Roman aqueducts in Anatolia
• Handled ancient artifacts from Roman Egypt
• Attended a lecture on the Greco-Roman concept of free will and compared it to modern understanding 
• Investigated how scientists use Greek and Latin in naming new plants and animals, like Lusius malfoyi and Aname aragog

You can view more photos and learn more about Mercy's Latin program on Mercy JCL's website.

MAY CROWNING MASS

Mass & May Crowning

Mercy HS Auditorium

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

10:00am Arrival | 10:15am Mass

On Tuesday, May 7, we will honor Our Patroness, Mary, Our Lady of Mercy, with Mass followed by a May Crowning. You are invited to the Auditorium at 10:00am to worship with us and pay tribute to Mary in this special way.

We welcome all Mercy mothers, grandmothers, aunts and special women in a Mercy girl's life to celebrate with us in recognition of Mother's Day this month. These special guests may sit with their Mercy student and there will be a light reception following Mass. 

Please complete this form to RSVP. Guests are kindly asked to enter and check-in at the Gymnasium/Auditorium Lobby. We look forward to sharing this prayerful experience with you!

SPRING CONCERT

Performing Arts Annual Spring Concert

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

7:00pm

Auditorium

Enjoy a delightful concert, a tribute to our graduating Seniors and a sweet afterglow. Featuring the Mercyaires, Orchestra, Spirit Choir, solos and small groups. All Mercyaires Alumnae are invited to join us on stage to sing the Ave Maria. Donations gratefully accepted.

Farewell Dinner

All Mercy moms/guardians are invited to join us for an evening commemorating triumphs and friendships with our 2024 Senior Moms! Please bring a gently used Squishmallow (or similar) as a donation for the Senior All Night Party.  

Thursday, April 25, 2024

6:30pm

Mercy High School 

$30 per person

REGISTER HERE 

Used Uniform Sale

The Mercy Mothers’ Club Used Uniform Sale will be happening on April 29, May 1 and May 7 at Mercy from 3pm to 5pm! Make sure you stock up for next year. Calling Sophomores & Seniors! Please consider donating your uniform skirts for the sale. Drop off now at the Reception Area. Volunteers needed! Please sign-up here if you can lend a hand during the sale.

2024-25 MMC Board

We are proud to introduce the Mothers' Club Executive Board for next school year! We are still looking for a Treasurer and additional Committee Leads for social events. If you are interested, please contact the MMC Board at mercymothersclub@mhsmi.org.

• Erika Meyers, President
• Kelly Wright, Co- Vice President
• Natalia McLaughlin, Co- Vice President.
• Anjanette Stoltz, Secretary
• Kristin Bell, Social Media & Communications

DADS' CLUB

All Mercy families, students, staff and alumnae are invited to the Dad’s Club annual Spring Bonfire THIS Friday, April 26 from 8:00pm - 11:00pm at open athletic field behind Softball. DJ, food, desserts and fun!

We need your help with Bonfire set up, take down and refreshments! Thank you to the Mothers' Club for helping with smoothies and cookie donations. If you are able to donate time and/or items please sign-up here.

Mercy Dads' Club May Meeting & Bourbon Tasting

All Parents and Guardians are invited to join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Mercy Dads Club through the past school year. We will honor the Senior Dads as their daughters continue their journeys and welcome in the Freshmen dads whose daughters will be starting Mercy in the Fall.

We will pay tribute to two Mercy staff members and good friends to the Dads' Club, Mrs. Eleasha Tarplin, Dean of Student Affairs, and Chef Mike, Mercy cafeteria.

The dinner for this event will be ribeye steak, baked potato and salad. Beverage, including beer, wine and soft drinks are included. A $20 donations is requested for the meal.

The meeting will include a special feature, a bourbon tasting with a presentation on the history and making of bourbon will be presented by Mercy dad, Bryan Gluth.

Come join us as we celebrate the year and the people who have made a difference!

What: Mercy Dads' Club May Meeting with steak dinner and bourbon tasting.

Where: Mercy High School Cafeteria

When: Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Time: Dinner and social from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. Meeting will be from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Dinner: Ribeye steak, baked potato, salad with beverages (beer, wine, soft drinks) served. A $20 donation is appreciated.

Presentation: The history of and process of making bourbon. A tasting of bourbons will be conducted with Bryan Gluth leading the discussion.

Please RSVP via sign-up genius here: May Meeting RSVP.

Volunteers needed for set-up and tear down of Tea For Tuition

We are looking for dad volunteers to assist with the set up and tear down of the tables for Tea For Tuition. This will be taking place in the Mercy Gymnasium. The set-up will take place on Friday, April 26th from 9:00am - 11:00am. The tear down will take place on Sunday, April 28th from 4:30pm - 5:30pm. To expedite the process, we are looking for four volunteers per shift.

Volunteer for Tea Sign Up

Mercy Dads' Club Board Members

The Dads' Club is looking for dads to volunteer to be part of the Mercy Dads' Club Executive Board. Key positions that are open include Treasurer, Secretary, Membership and two At-Large positions. This is an opportunity to help support the club and to be a part of the team that will make your daughter's time at Mercy the best it can be. If you are interested in being on the board or may need some additional information, send an email to mercydadsclub@mhsmi.org or contact Mark Lebednick at 248-722-1313.

IMPORTANT END OF THE SEMESTER ACADEMIC DATES

Grades 9-11

All Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors were sent the following information in regard to end of the semester academic work and final exams.

May 15 -Test day for any last test/quiz/formal assessment in ANY Science, World Language, or Physical Education course. 

May 16 - Test day for any last test/quiz/formal assessment in ANY Math, Religious Studies, or Performing Arts course.

May 17 - Test day for any last test/quiz/formal assessment in ANY Social Studies, Computer Science, or Art course. 

May 20 

Final English papers are due for Juniors

World Language Orals begin

May 20-22, May 28 College Essay writing (Juniors)

May 23 

Mercy Day of Celebration - Honors Convocation, Adviser Parties, and Moving Up

May 20-22, 28

The five days before exams should be assessment-free for students to prepare for final exams, complete final projects/presentations and prepare for world language orals. New content can be taught/learned and included on the final exam. Students can be assigned classwork and homework that prepares them for the final exam. Due dates should be reasonable.

May 28

All grades posted for all assignments except final projects, papers, etc... (9-11)

Final English papers due for 9th&10th

May 29 - Friday, May 31 

Final Exams for 9th-11th grades.

Wednesday, June 5 

Final Grades posted (9-11) at 9 am

Rescheduling a Final Exam

Only under serious circumstances, that are out of the student's control, will a student be permitted to take an exam other than at the scheduled time. Students must initiate that request by completing and submitting a form (available at the Reception Area) to be signed by a parent, verifying the need for a change in test time, accompanied by appropriate documentation (i.e. medical documentation, airline tickets, etc...). The request must be submitted two weeks before the final and approved by the Associate Principal of Academic Affairs and the teacher involved.

If a student is simply changing the day/hour to ease their exam schedule on a given day, (but not to finish earlier) an email notification from the teacher, approving this arrangement, to Ms. McMaster is all that is necessary. 

MARLIN ATHLETICS

Class of 2024 College Bound Athlete Event

The Mercy Athletics Department will be hosting a day to celebrate Senior Athletes committing to play a sport next year at the college level. If you already attended the November 2023 college athlete event, you don't need to be present.

Friday, April 26, 2024

2:45pm

Mercy High School M-ZONE

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. Contact Kate Scalzi at kmscalzi@mhsmi.org with any questions. 

Sports Physicals Offered at Mercy

Henry Ford physicians and athletic trainers will be conducting comprehensive sports physicals that meet MHSAA requirements.

Monday, May 20. 2024

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Mercy High School Gymnasium

REGISTER HERE

$20 per physical

Fee is due at time of service. Sign up today - space is limited!

Spring Sports

Cheer on your Marlins! Come out and support Archery, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Track & Field. Check Athletic calendar here for events.

Follow Marlins on Social Media

Be sure to follow Mercy Athletics on Instagram @mercyathletics, Facebook @mercymarlinsathletics and Twitter@mhsmiathletics. GO MARLINS!

CLASS OF 2024 REMINDERS

Graduation Ticket Pick-Up

This is a reminder of the 4/18-24 communication here in regard to graduation ticket pick up beginning Friday, May 3. All graduation obligations must be completed.

Prom Sponsorship Opportunities

This is a reminder of the 4/10/24 communication here in regard to Prom Sponsorship information. We hope to keep Prom ticket prices affordable so that all students can enjoy this cherished tradition. Currently, we are about $5,000 shy of reaching this goal. With this in mind, we are asking to partner with our Senior parents and local businesses as we roll out a new sponsorship opportunity!

Graduation Gown Approval

In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, every student must have her white graduation gown approved by Dr. Kreger or her assistant, Mrs. Wojcik. Graduation gown requirement letter found here. Please bring the dress to the Advancement Office or send a picture of the front and back of the dress, or a picture of you wearing the dress to cdkreger@mhsmi.org or mmwojcik@mhsmi.org.

Important End of the Semester Academic Dates

Friday, May 17

Senior English papers are due by 11:59pm. ALL Senior work must be submitted and graded by midnight (Friday, May 17) except for final exams/projects/presentations.

There will not be a “no testing period” for Seniors, but once a final experience is completed classwork can be given and graded but further homework (work to complete, additional reading, preparation for a quiz or test) should not be extensive. This will allow students time to work on other presentations, and projects and prepare for final exams.

May 20 - May 22 Senior Final Exam 

A final exam experience for Seniors needs to occur on one of these days. Seniors are required to be present in class on May 20, 21, and 22 for final presentations, review days, or final exams/papers. This will be determined by the classroom teacher. Seniors will be able to come and go as they please but must enter and exit the lobby doors after school begins at 8:00 am. Some sample scenarios: 1) A senior could have a review day on Monday, and the exam on Tuesday and therefore would be expected in class on both days, 2) A final paper could be turned in on May 17 and the Senior would not need to attend class since the final experience is complete, 3) Final presentations are held May 20-22 and all students are expected to be in class all days to present or critique other student presentations, 4) A final exam is given May 21 and students do not attend on May 20.

May 23 

All Seniors are expected to be in attendance for Honors Convocation in order to participate in their Adviser Party and Moving Up.

May 30

Senior Final Grades are due by May 30 at 9 am. Transcripts will be sent to the college designated on the Senior Survey on June 4.

Survey

All Seniors must complete the Senior Survey (using Mercy Gmail) by Monday, May 6 in order to receive graduation tickets.

Senior All Night Party

Thank you for all who ordered the lawn signs! Orders are now closed. Signs will be distributed in early May at school. For those still interested, we have a limited number of non-personalized signs available. We will have them at the Baccalaureate Mass for purchase or reach out to SANP via email. 

Parent Letter & Info Packet

Consent Form

Medical Form

SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY SUPPORT NEEDED

All parents are encouraged to get involved!

The Senior All Night Party is scheduled for the night of graduation on Sunday, June 2nd from 10pm-5am. For this party to be a success, we need your support in the form of sponsorships and monetary donations to entertain, feed, and provide activities for our 145 Mercy Graduates.

We could use help from everyone to make it an event to remember! Please consider making a donation here. If anyone would like to attend the committee meetings either to help with this year's party and/or if you have a current junior and you want to learn about it for your daughter's turn, please contact us at mercysanp@mhsmi.org.

SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT MERCY SUMMER CAMPS

Marlin Nation! Help spread the word about Summer Camps at Mercy for girls of all ages: Performing Arts, Basketball, Field Hockey and Volleyball. Check out mhsmi.org/summer-camps for all the details and registrations.

Action Alert: Non-Public Schools Safety and Mental Health Funds in Jeopardy

Nonpublic schools across Michigan will lose $18 million in school safety and mental health funding if the current state budget proposal is approved, prompting the Michigan Catholic Conference and the Michigan Association of Nonpublic Schools to issue an Action Alert to grassroots advocates.

Mercy High School has been a recipient of this important funding that has helped us to continually enhance school safety and security measures. We urge you to send a message to your lawmaker to let them know how important it is to include non-public schools in this opportunity and ensure the protection of all Michigan students! All Michigan students deserve to be safe!

FALVO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP CLASS OF 2025

A merit scholarship is available for a rising Mercy senior. The Falvo Family Scholarship was created in 2021 by two Mercy alumnae, Michele Falvo Kendall '94 and Dana Falvo Haller '00, in memory of their father, Jack Falvo, who coached softball at Mercy for many years and passed away in 2014. The scholarship will award one Mercy Junior $1,000 toward her Senior year tuition.

Scholarship Requirements:

• Demonstrate Leadership
• Show Dedication to Service 
• Maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher

Scholarship Application:

Applicants should submit the following essay and endorsement forms by Wednesday, May 8, 2024. You may drop off a hard copy at the Advancement Office or email a digital version to Mrs. Duncan at mduncan@mhsmi.org.

• A personal essay describing how you demonstrate the qualities listed above (approx. 750 words)
• Two endorsement forms from a teacher, coach, counselor, club moderator or employer

Please direct all questions to Mrs. Maureen Duncan in the Advancement Office.

ROAD READY DRIVING SCHOOL

Road Ready is offering Segment 1 and 2 classes at Mercy. Classes are open to Mercy and non-Mercy students. (Note that the March Segment 2 class has been rescheduled to May and Segment 1 starts April 29.)

Segment 1

April 29 - May 23

Classes will be Monday, Wednesday & Thursday, 3-5pm in S-4

Segment 2

May 8 - 13

Classes will be Wednesday, Thursday & Monday, 3-5pm, room TBD

For more information and to register visit roadreadyschool.com, email roadreadydrivingschool@yahoo.com or call 248-308-1048.

CONNECT TO MERCY MEDIA

Social Media

Connect to @mercyhighmi, @mercyathletics and @mercyperformingarts on Instagram. Plus, show your own Marlin pride and use the Marlin giphy stickers available on Instagram by searching @mercymarlins when you post to stories! Don't forget to follow @MercyHighSchoolMI, @MercyMarlinsAthletics and @MHSMIPerformingArts on Facebook. Check out list of social media accounts here.

Mobile App

We launched of our brand-new mobile app designed to enhance communication and engagement between our school, parents, students and community! You’ll find quick access and links to resources with the click of an icon. 

To get started:

• Visit the App Store or Google Play
• Search for "Mercy High School - MI"
• Download and install the app
• Open and explore

Thank you for your continued support as we strive to make your Mercy digital experience even more enriching and connected!

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.