Alumnae Newsletter: February 2011

Mercy on the Move Chicago

Mercy's President Cheryl Delaney Kreger, Ed.D. '66 and Director of Advancement Thomas Sklut invite all Chicago-area alumnae to a casual reception in the Windy City. Dr. Kreger and Mr. Sklut will share Mercy stories and seek alumnae news and feedback. Enjoy a night out while connecting with other Mercy Chicagoans!

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Please RSVP to the Alumnae Office at alumnaeoffice@mhsmi.org or 248.476.3270. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Cash bar.

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!

Attend Auction 2011

Grab your friends or come and make new friends! CLICK HERE for the full invitation and RSVP form.

	Want to make someone's day? A backstage tour of Paramount Studio’s GLEE should do it! This "can't-be-purchased" item comes with the Vice President of Paramount as your tour guide.
	Front row tickets to Lady Gaga might be just the ticket. Enjoy The Monster Ball Tour April 27th at the Cleveland Quicken Loans Arena, home of the Cleveland Cavs.
	Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with a weekend trip for four on the Tall Ship Manitou in Traverse. You pick the type of cruise you want: Wine Tasting, Music or Astronomy.
	Detroit Red Wings Hat Trick – Score 1: Four tickets to the March 28th game vs. Chicago Blackhawks! Score 2: Locker room tour!! Score 3: Meet and greet with players, Mike Babcock, and Ken Holland!!!

This is just a sampling of the many incredible items available February 26th at the Mercy Auction. CLICK HERE for all things AUCTION.

Lenten Reflection

Women Mean Business 2011

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. Each table will also havea break-out session hosted by many successful women and Mercy alumnae.

Mercy High School's 2nd AnnualWomen Mean Business Symposium

SPONSORED BY CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF MICHIGAN

Moderator: Mary Kramer

Panelists:

• Denise Ilitch: Ilitch Enterprises
• Rochelle Riley: Columnist
• Faye Nelson: Executive Director, Detroit Riverfront Conservancy
• Anne Doyle: Executive, Author
• Kathleen Ryan ’87: Probate Judge
• Jane Shallal: Past President, Association of Petroleum Dealers; Attorney

6:00pm - 7:00pm ~ Network with panelists and guests and enjoy hors d'oeuvres and desserts

7:00pm - 9:15pm ~ Panel discussion, break-out table session, Q & A

Register online now.

Tea for Tuition - A Worthwhile Tradition

All alumnae are invited to host a table, invite a few friends, and enjoy… Tea Party Fare with a Middle Eastern Flair 7th Annual Tea for Tuition Sunday, April 17, 2011 2:00pm - 4:00pm Mercy High School This fabulous afternoon will offer gourmet hot and cold teas, appetizers and desserts, and a gift basket silent auction, all for only $25 per person. Proceeds benefit the Alumnae Association Tuition Assistance Fund. Nearly $70,000 has been raised in support of 60+ scholarships for deserving Mercy Girls. Looking for a unique way to promote your business? Please consider donating a gift certificate, service or gift basket to our popular silent auction. Read more about ways to give and see the online donation form. This is an excellent opportunity to promote your business or service to a room filled with exceptional women. Please contact the Alumnae Office at 248.476.3270 or alumnaeoffice@mhsmi.org to reserve a table or make a donation.

Golf Outing

Save the Date for Mercy High School's Annual Golf Outing, Monday, June 20, 2011 at Fox Hills Golf Club in Plymouth, MI. All Mercy alumnae are invited to enjoy a day of comradery on the course, while supporting tuition assistance. Looking for a special way to celebrate your dad on Father's Day? Our golf outing is the Monday following Father's Day, so make Dad a part of your foursome! Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact the Alumnae Office at alumnaeoffice@mhsmi.org or 248.476.3270 for more information.

Nominations for Distinguished Alumna Award

The Alumnae Office is accepting nominations for the 2011 Distinguished Alumna Award. Many outstanding alumnae are making a difference in our world. We invite you to nominate an alumna you know! Visit our website for details and click here for a nomination form.

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 these photo galleries from recent reunions.

Class of 1970 40-year Reunion

Class of 1990 20-year Reunion

Class of 2000 10-year Reunion

PASSPORT to FRANCE for Prospective Students

Mercy alumnae, help us spread the word. Please invite 7th and 8th grade girls to a morning of French conversation and culture at Mercy High School. The day will be hosted by the Mercy High School French Department, French Honor Society, and French Club. Saturday, February 12, 2011 10:00am - 1:00pm Cost: $25 Prospective Mercy girls are invited to Mercy for the ultimate French immersion experience! Girls will learn basic French vocabulary and conversation and will also learn about regional French cuisine, customs, music, and art. The day includes a typical French breakfast upon arrival, and students will have hands-on experience making their own crepes for lunch. Participants will also receive a special French souvenir. Merci! Space is limited! Please CLICK HERE for more details and registration form. Contact Madame Joyce Campbell, Language Department Chair, at jacampbell@mhsmi.org or 248.476.8020 with any questions.

Pom Clinic

Please help us spread the word to all girls in grades K-11 - Learn how to Pom with the award-winning Mercy Varsity Pompon Team (MVP)! 10th Annual Mercy High School Pom Clinic   Saturday, March 5, 2011 9:00am - 11:30am OR 12:30pm - 3:00pm Mercy High School Gym   For all you former pommers out there, MVP earned a Grand Champs Trophy, was awarded the Team Unity Award, and took 3rd Place in Senior Kickline at Summer Camp! They also took 4th Place at the High Kick Competition, 3rd Place at Catholic Leagues, and they placed in Class A-Division 1 at the Regional Competition – the first time in 10 years! Mercy Varsity Pom is rising to new heights! We give thanks and credit to our current Pom Team and to our new Pom Coach this year – Mercy’s own Kelly O’Brien Breitmeyer '05. Way to go, Kelly & MVP! For more details and the registration form, please click here.

Newsprint Now!

Newsprint, Mercy's award-winning student newspaper, is proud to announce that it is launching an online website where you can stay up to date on Marlin news and read work by Mercy students 24/7. Check it out at newsprintnow.net. Want even more NEWSPRINT? CLICK HERE to read all of the issues printed this year.

Mercy Volunteer Corps

"I am grateful that I found Mercy Volunteer Corps. Not only did I get a year of experience in my field of work, but I grew spiritually and emotionally. I learned how to live a little bit more simply and made best friends in my community members. I also reconnected with the Sisters of Mercy. It is an outstanding program." - Megan Carolin '05

Alumnae in Action

Megan O'Neill '06 (left) and Allison Campbell '04 bumped into each other last year at Clinton Global Initiative University. Megan was working on a center for orphans in Africa, and Allison was there representing Walmart as a part of its sustainability team. Mercy's motto of Women Who Make a Difference comes to mind!

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

This is your Alumnae Association. We always welcome your participation! Our next Alumnae Board meeting is February 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Mercy Advancement Office.

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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.