Alumnae Newsletter: April 2011

Women Mean Business

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Mercy High School Gymnasium • 6:00pm - 9:15pm

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Join us for an evening of personal conversation with some of Michigan's most dynamic women leaders at the 2nd Annual Women Mean Business Symposium Sponsored by Children's Hospital of Michigan. You're invited to hear influential women panelists share empowering stories of triumph and personal achievement as well as provide valuable advice about the importance of work, self-esteem, volunteering, and job choices.

See what it's all about and listen to your personal invitation to Women Mean Business from Luanne Thomas Ewald '87, Vice President at Children's Hospital of Michigan.

Each table will have a local woman professional who will lead the group discussion after the panel presentation and Q & A session. Many of them are Mercy Alumnae! There will also be a networking hour with the panel members and table leaders from 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Cost is $20 per person and includes hors d'oeuvres and desserts.

Distinguished Alumna Award

Congratulations to 2011's Distinguished Alumna Luanne Thomas Ewald '87, a Woman Who Makes a Difference. Luanne will be presented with the Distinguished Alumna Award at the Tea for Tuition, Sunday, April 17. Read about Luanne's professional accomplishments and community service in the upcoming issue of MOSAIC!

Book Club Near and Far

Mercy's Alumnae Book Club is going remote!  Alums who are unable to attend in person can join us for a live discussion on Facebook by visiting this link.

Join the conversation!

Golf FORE Mercy Girls!

“My dad works both night and day so that I may have the opportunity to attend such a magnificent school and receive such a brilliant education.  This scholarship will take some stress off my father’s shoulders. . .  You have, beyond doubt, changed my life for the better, and I cannot find the words to thank you enough.  I will continue to work diligently, and now I know that I can because I will have the support of the Mercy community by my side.” – Tuition Assistance Recipient  Tuition Assistance makes a difference for girls who otherwise would not be able to attend Mercy High School.  Please join us for the Make a Difference for Mercy 21st Annual Golf Outing at Fox Hills Golf and Banquet Center in Plymouth, MI on Monday, June 20, 2011. Invest in Mercy Girls!  Sponsor!   Donate!   Golf! Sponsorship opportunities range from $200 to $5,000.  Donations of golfer prizes or gifts are welcome.  For more information, visit Mercy's website or contact the Alumnae Office at alumnaeoffice@mhsmi.org or 248.476.3270.  Registration information coming soon.  Mercy is looking for several local volunteers to assist immediately with the Make a Difference for Mercy Golf Outing. Our needs include general office help, sponsorship sales, and day-of-event assistance on June 20, 2011. Contact the alumnae office.

Sweepstakes Drive Begins April 12

Support Mercy High School and you could be a big money winner! You have 25 chances to win! Purchase a book of 5 tickets for $25 by sending an email request to klweber@mhsmi.org with your name, address, phone number, and number of booklets desired.  For more information, visit this link.

Class Reunions

Attention Classes of 1946, 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, and 2006

2011 is a reunion year for your class! Here's the scoop on a few reunions already in the works.

Check out this photo from the Class of 1960's 50-year Reunion!

Mercy in the Sarasota Sunshine

Members of the Classes of 1958 and 1959 gathered for a luncheon in Sarasota, Florida in March.  The Class of 1958 is planning a summer reunion in Michigan.  Note the contact information in the above table.

"Hello Dolly" Highlight

“Hello, Dolly! Well, Hello, Dolly! It’s so nice to have you back where you belong.” Mercy's spring musical played to enthusiastic crowds the weekend of March 18. Recognize any Mercy staff?

Thank You from the AUCTION OFFICE!

The 32^nd Annual Mercy Auction has come to a close, and we are excited to report the results of this year’s wonderful event. We had 380 guests and raised almost $10,000 in ads and over $20,000 in raffles. Our silent auction had a remarkable response, and the new Experience Parties were well received. The net profit from the auction was….drum roll…$120,000. This is up about 10% from last year. Thanks, Mercy Community, for your hard work and generosity!

Student Successes . . . APPLAUSE! APPLAUSE!

Emily Shimskey '11 is one of only six women admitted to the prestigious University of Michigan School of Music, Theater, and Dance. Look for a special spotlight on Emily in the spring MOSAIC magazine!

Vocalists Jaclyn Godwin '13 received a Superior Rating and Maggie Malaney '13, Veronica Battersby '12, and Lana Grasser '14 received an Excellent Rating at the MSVMA District Solo and Ensemble Event. All four girls will advance to MSVMA State Solo and Ensemble in mid-April.

Violinist Colette Berg '12 received a 1 rating at MSBOA District Solo and Ensemble and will advance to MSBOA State Solo and Ensemble in Late March.

NAIMUN

Eight Mercy students attended the North American Invitational Model United Nations Conference on February 17-21 in Washington, D.C. Julia O’Hara '11, Meredith Barnett '11, Whitney Morey '11, Jasmine Wehr '12, Colette Berg '12, Elizabeth Lekarczyke '13, Victoria Noble '13, and Catherine Denton '13, along with teacher Ms. Robinet, joined students from around the country at this influential forum. Each year, NAIMUN provides nearly 3,000 high school students with innovative committees that draw in delegates from across the globe to partake in high quality debate and experiences unique to our nation's capital. Victoria Noble and Catherine Denton took home an Honorable Mention in United Nations Educational Scientific Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and Meredith Barnett and Whitney Morey brought home a second Honorable Mention in the World Health Organization (WHO).

Give Me an M, Give Me an E, Give Me an R, Give Me a C, Give Me a Y!

Way to go Marlins on all your wonderful winter sports finishes!

BASKETBALL scored many victories to become both Catholic League and District Champions! Catholic League Honors: All-Academic Elena Vlachos; All-League Candice Leatherwood All-Catholic Janelle McQueen; Central Division Coach of the Year Gary Morris.

BOWLING rolled to a Catholic League Championship. Catholic League Honors: All-Academic Brittany Jones; All-League Kathleen Abenes; All-Catholic Maria Walawender. POMPON captured 3rd place in Catholic League and placed in Class A Division 1 Regionals.

Spring sports are in action so show your Mercy pride and cheer on our Marlins! Link to the athletics schedule on High School Sports.

Summer Sports Camps

Mercy Athletics is offering Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, and Volleyball summer camps.  Options are available for girls entering 5th through 12th grades. Visit the Athletics page on Mercy's website for more details.

Event Calendar

The mission of the Mercy High School Alumnae Association is to bring together Mercy students, past and present, while striving to:

• Support and affirm the mission statement of Mercy High School, including its values of human dignity, mercy, justice, service, and option for the poor
• Participate in ongoing advancement efforts which provide financial support to Mercy High School
• Support the challenges of preparing young women for critical roles in contemporary society
• Recognize the achievements of Mercy students, past and present
• Create settings for the exchange of ideas and information to past and present Mercy students

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Mercy High School Mission Statement

Mercy High School, a Catholic college preparatory school for young women, fosters spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical and cultural development. Enriched by students from diverse backgrounds, Mercy nurtures compassionate leaders committed to addressing human needs, working for justice, and serving the poor.