Announcements

Announcements for November 30, 2021

• Want to network with the University of Rochester?  Girls Who Code is an opportunity to explore computer science in a fun setting with college girls in the computer science department at UofR.  Come to a presentation on Girls Who Code during advisement on Thursday.  Room M9 with Mr. Wood.  (There will be snacks!)
• Attention readers! Do you want to read about important social justice issues? Join Bluestockings, Mercy's literary club. There will be an interest meeting on December 6th during advisement in room 211. All in grades 9-12 are welcome. Contact Jenna Magioncalda if you have any questions.

Announcements for November 29, 2021

Announcements for November 19, 2021

• This Monday, Mercy's Math League team competed in their second competition of the season. Our mathletes, Jillian, Gretchen, Lila, Priya, Sam, Allie, Julia, Tessa, and Gillian had a great time solving math problems in a friendly atmosphere. A special shout-out to the team's top scorers of the meet, Jillian Gertin and Priya Kannan! Great job to all!
• Congratulations to both modified basketball teams as they each opened their season last night with a win.  The modified blue team defeated Aquinas on the road, and the modified white team defeated Rochester Prep at home.  Both teams will be back in action on Monday of next week.

Announcements for November 18, 2021

• "The Red Cross Club's annual Jazzercise Fundraiser is on Sunday, December 5th from 2:00 to 3:00 in the high school gym. Students in grades 7-12, with masks, are invited to attend with a ten dollar donation.  Participation in this event can be used for a Physical Education project."

Announcements for November 16, 2021

• French Club will be meeting on Thursday, November 18th at 10:00 in room M2 to celebrate Thanksgiving.  All are welcome.
• Dance Club starts today!  Middle Schoolers and high schoolers, if you love music and like to move come join us today in the Black Box from 3:00 to 4:00 for a fun jazz and lyrical dance introduction! See you there!
• "The Red Cross Club's annual Jazzercise Fundraiser is on Sunday, December 5th from 2:00 to 3:00 in the high school gym. Students in grades 7-12, with masks, are invited to attend with a ten dollar donation.  Participation in this event can be used for a Physical Education project."
• This week our Athletic Department would like to recognize Mercy Coach Katie Lembo who was recently inducted into the Section V Cross Country Hall of Fame. As a high school runner at Penfield, Katie placed first three times and second once in the Section V Cross Country Championships.  In her senior year, she finished second overall in the New York State Class A Championships.  Following her high school career, Katie attended Providence College where she earned All-Big East, All-Northeast Region, and All-Academic Honors during her four-year career.  She was also named to the U.S. national team that competed in the U-20 race at the International Challenge in Edinburgh, Scotland. Currently, Katie is a coach for the Penfield Maximum Velocity team and is in her third year as our own Mercy Varsity Cross Country coach.  Congratulations Coach Lembo!

Announcements for November 15, 2021

• Mercy Service has 3 last minute openings this afternoon to help cook dinner at Bethany House.  High school students are welcome.  Contact Mrs. Randazzese for more details.

Announcements for November 10, 2021

• The Mercy Fall Musical, The Hello Girls Opens tomorrow! Performances are tomorrow night , Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $10 and available at the door each night. Come and support all of your friends in the arts!! We can’t wait for you to see this wonderful show!
• "Today we have many high school students participating in the American Mathematics Competitions, the AMC 10 and AMC 12, during Periods 9 and 6. We wish good luck to the participants. Participants, please report to the cafeteria promptly at the start of Period 9 (12:30). To all students who typically pass through the cafeteria when traveling between Periods 9 and 6, please avoid going through the cafeteria and instead go up to the first floor and back down on the other side of the cafeteria. Thank you!"
• Please keep our 6th & 7th grade students in your thoughts today as they participate in their first Ministry Day of this school year. They’ll learn about Refugees by listening to a firsthand story of one of our very own students leaving Afghanistan with her family. Leaving one’s home country because of violence is a hardship and with our compassionate hearts, we will welcome & support refugees arriving in Rochester!  The Sisters of a Mercy Critical Concern of Immigration calls us all respect the dignity of each person and instills in us to believe everyone has the right to a decent home, livelihood, education and health care.
• “Long before we had Siri and google earth and GPS, travelers used the stars to navigate the land and sea. Do you wonder how they did it? Have you ever looked at the heavens and wondered where all the stars came from? Or wondered how to tell the difference between a planet and a star? Have you heard someone talk about the constellations and wondered about the stories behind them? Join the science club Monday November 15^th afterschool in room 305 and find out!”

Announcements for November 9, 2021

• Dress down day tomorrow for a $1.00 to support the Veterans Outreach.
• Congratulations to the Mercy crew varsity 4 boat of Maeve Gallagher, Reagan Green, Mackenzie Sullivan, Nia Denis, and Bella Zicari on taking 2nd place at this past weekend's Pittsford Regatta.
• The varsity swim team had a great showing on Saturday at sectional finals.  The Monarchs finished in 6th place in their class with Erin Galligan, Ivy Aman, Ellie Knausz, and Ella Sconfietti placing third in the freestyle relay. Emi Carey placed 3rd in the 500 free.  Erin Galligan placed 2nd in the 50 free and 5th in the 100 backstroke.  Ivy Aman placed 3rd in the 50 free.  Elli Knausz placed 4th in the 100 butterfly.  The 200 free relay team of Erin Galligan, Kennedy Weigel, Emi Carey, and Ivy Aman placed 4th and the 400 free relay team of Emi Carey, Taylor Vita, Ella Sconfietti, and Elli Knausz placed 3rd.
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is 7th Grade swimmer Emilia Carey. In her very first sectionals, Emilia placed 3rd in the 500-yard Freestyle and placed 6th in the 200-yard Freestyle. Emilia also helped Mercy place 3rd in the 400-yard Freestyle Relay and 4th in the 200-yard Freestyle Relay. Mercy finished 6th in the Section V Class B Championships with 224.5 points, which was 130 points higher than last year’s team total. Congratulations Emilia on being named Mercy Athlete of the Week for November 1st through November 7^th.
• Middle schoolers and high schoolers! Come join Miss Sue for Dance Club! We will learn jazz and lyrical combinations in a high energy low stress atmosphere. Tuesdays in the Black Box 3:00-4:00 starting November 16th.

Announcements for November 8, 2021

• Beat Buddies will be having a meeting on Tuesday, November 18th in the Black Box during advisement. You have to be at this meeting in order to go on the visit this month. Contact Sydney LaSalle or Lexi Tilkins with any questions.

Announcements for November 5, 2021

• Congrats to the Mercy swim team on a great showing at sectional preliminaries on Wednesday.  Qualifying for sectionals finals this weekend are the 200 medley relay team of Erin Galligan, Ivy Aman, Ellie Knausz, and Ella Sconfietti; Erin Galligan in the 50 free and 100 backstroke; Ivy Aman in the 50 free and 100 breaststroke; Ella Sconfietti qualified in the 100 back; Emi Carey in the 200 free and 500 free; Ellie Knausz for finals in the 100 fly - the 200 free relay team of Emi Carey, Kennedy Weigel, Erin Galligan, and Ivy Aman and the 400 free relay team of Emi Carey, Taylor Vita, Ella Sconfietti, and Ellie Knausz.
• There will be an open gym session this Saturday for anyone interested in playing softball this spring.  The session will be held in the High School gym from 9am-11am.

Announcements for November 4, 2021

• Art Club will be meeting today from 3-4 pm in the middle school art room-M107. Please be sure you have handed in a permission form for this year before attending. See any art teacher with questions.

Announcements for November 3, 2021

• Art Club will be meeting in the middle school art room-M107 this Thursday Nov. 4th. Please be sure you have handed in a permission form for this year before attending. See any art teacher with questions.
• Mercy’s Green Team is meeting tomorrow morning before school at 7:15 in the Black Box Theater. All grades are welcome.

• Reminder that tomorrow is a Dress Down Day! $1 donation to dress down. Please bring your $1 to homeroom tomorrow!

Announcements for November 2, 2021

• If you like to move and love music you'll want to join Miss Due's Dance Club! We'll cover jazz and lyrical and have fun putting together short dances! Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 in the black box starting November 16th!
• The varsity volleyball team defeated Franklin in 3 games on Saturday to advance to the Class Double AA volleyball semi-finals.  The Monarchs will take on Penfield this Wednesday evening at 7:30pm at Churchville-Chili Middle School.
• The varsity and modified cross country teams swept the Private-Parochial League championships this past Saturday at Shadow Pines.  The Monarchs were led by Emma and Anna Spagnola, who each finished in first place in their races - Emma in the varsity race and Anna in the modified race.  Because of their performance... Our Mercy Co-Athletes of the Week are Cross Country runners Emma and Anna Spagnola. Emma has had an undefeated season in Varsity Private-Parochial League meets and won the PPL Championship on Saturday at Shadow Pines, helping her team win the title as well. Anna won the Modified PPL Championship meet, also helping her team secure the win. Congratulations Emma and Anna on being named Mercy Co-Athletes of the Week for October 25th through October 31st.
• This is a final reminder that tomorrow is the deadline for submitting winter sports forms to the school nurse.  Any forms submitted after Wednesday's deadline are not guaranteed to be processed in time for the start of the winter season.

Announcements for November 1, 2021

• Attention high school students, Mercy has a new online system of helping you track your service hours.  Whether you help here at school being an Ambassador, volunteer for Motto or Mercy Service or fulfill required service hours for Confirmation or National Honor Society, MobileServe is Mercy's NEW online service tracking system.  Simply go to your student email, search MobileServe in the subject line, and activate your account to start keeping track of your service hours IN ONE PLACE! See Mrs. Randazzese in the Media Center for more details and instructions
• Mercy’s Robotics Team defied all the odds on Saturday at the 2021 Ra Cha Cha Ruckus.  The team was seeded dead last going into the elimination rounds.  However, they were able to overcome their earlier losses and emerge as the WINNERS with their alliance partners Ranger Robotics and Greater Rochester Robotics! Mercy’s robot operators for this competition were Mallory Robin, Kristen Schulz, Kiera Lane, Claire Wirt, and Olivia Storti.  Nice job team! It’s not too late to join the robotics team.  See a team member or Ms. Barker for more information.
• Attention all Model UN members, our last meeting before the conference is scheduled for Thursday at 7:20 in room 113. See Mr. Stryker if you cannot attend.

Announcements for October 29, 2021

• Attention all students! This Sunday, October 31st, will be the Mercy Mosaic Civic Equality Club's fundraiser for Camp Iroquois, a camp for economically challenged kids living in New York. Club members will be facilitating a Mount Hope Cemetery Walk, where self-guiding maps will lead you to stops at the graves of important historical figures. Girls will be giving information about their addition to the community during their life, and this walk has now become a tradition for the equality club! Arrive between 12 and 1, and get PE credit! For more information, consult the posters around the building as well as Maria Gkourlias or Molly Kantz.
• This is a reminder that all Winter Health Forms are due to Mrs. Borrelli in the nurse's office no later than Wednesday, November 3rd.  Forms submitted after the November 3rd deadline are not guaranteed to be processed in time for the start of the winter season.  Forms are available on the athletics website.
• Any junior high student interested in playing a varsity or JV sport this winter must have APP Forms submitted to Mr. Yandek in the athletics office by Monday, November 1st.  Please see Mr. Yandek with any questions.
• Hi everyone, my name is Mickayla Rath and I am on our Varsity Volleyball team. This Monday, November 1st, we are doing our fundraiser at Bill Grays. It will be held at the Bill Grays at the corner of Penfield Rd and Panorama Trail. Bill Grays has allowed us to do this fundraiser throughout the whole day. 15% of your purchase will go towards our team if you tell them you are with the Mercy Volleyball program. Thank you.
• Mercy Ski Team has a meeting today in the Cafeteria at 3:00.

Announcements for October 26, 2021

• Art Club will be meeting in the middle school art room-M107 this Thursday Oct. 28th. Please be sure you have handed in a permission form for this year before attending. See any art teacher with questions.
• There will be a MasterMinds Practice directly after school today in Room 313.
• We are forming Odyssey of the Mind teams to represent Our Lady of Mercy in competition. What is Odyssey of the Mind? Well, it’s a team-oriented program where students use a variety of skills to solve a specific problem by making a hilarious skit and performing it for a set of judges. We need five to seven people to compose a team and it is open to all Mercy students. If you want to join or have any questions please contact Rebecca Moore. There will be an informational meeting this Thursday during advisement (stay tuned for location). We hope you will consider this incredible club!

Announcements for October 26, 2021

• Attention all Model UN members, our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 7:20 in room 113. We will be discussing procedures for the conference. See Mr. Stryker if you cannot attend.
• There will be a lacrosse open turf session on Wednesday of this week from 3-430 on the turf field.  Anyone interested in playing varsity, jv, or modified lacrosse this spring is welcome to attend.
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is Varsity Volleyball player Rylee Bergeron. Rylee led the Monarchs to three consecutive wins last week against three tough opponents. On Monday, Mercy defeated the #6 team in the state Portville Central School in four sets. On Wednesday, the Monarchs beat Pittsford Sutherland, the #1 team in Section V Class A, and on Friday, the team defeated previously undefeated Wayne Central School, the #2 team in Class B. During the three matches, Rylee averaged over 5 kills, 4 digs, and more than one ace per set. With the sweep of last week's matches, the Monarchs clinched the #2 seed overall in Class AA and will begin sectionals this Saturday as the Monarchs host Franklin at 12 p.m. Congratulations Rylee on being named Mercy Athlete of the Week for October 18 through October 24.
• This is a reminder that winter sports forms are due to the school nurse by Wednesday, November 5th.  Students who submit forms after November 5th are not guaranteed to be cleared for the start of the winter sports season.  All forms are available on the athletics website. Any junior high student interested in trying out for a JV or varsity sport this winter must submit APP forms to Mr. Yandek no later than Monday, November 1st.  APP forms are also available on the athletics website.  Please see Mr. Yandek with any questions.
• There will be an informational meeting this Friday after school for anyone interested in varsity skiing this winter.  The meeting will be held in the cafeteria at 3 p.m. and should last approximately 30 minutes.
• Attention high school students!  There is one week left to submit to Mercedes Literary Magazine’s annual Halloween short story contest.  Submissions can be emailed to mercedesliterarymag@gmail.com through Saturday, October 30.  Check your student emails for more information!
• Mercy Mosaic Civic Equality Club will be hosting their annual Halloween Walk at Mt. Hope Cemetery.  See flyers for details.
• Hi everyone, I’m from the Mercy Mosaic Club and I’m going to be talking about an important woman in history. Rose Kushner was a journalist and medical worker. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 1974, she began to research whether the treatment of breast cancer at the time was correct. She wanted to be able to sit down and discuss options with a surgeon, but that was not the standard. After having her operation, she became an advocate for women everywhere who had breast cancer. She pushed for legislation that would require doctors to disclose all treatment options and include patients in decision making. She turned her medical journals into papers and books for the public to educate themselves on the fair treatment of breast cancer patients. Her strength and advocacy lives on through others like her today.

Announcements for October 25, 2021

• TRAFFICE CONTROL CORPS!   Students interested in serving a traffic controllers should meet with Dr. Kilbridge in Room 102 today during advisement.  If you cannot attend, email him directly.
• There will be a DECA meeting today during Advisement.  Email Mariel Vy or Riley Stuver with any questions.
• The Mercy XC Team finished 4th at the Marion Invite this weekend.  Top finishers were Emma Spagnola, Andie Jones and Emma Dejoy.
• Congratulations to the varsity soccer team for defeating Webster Thomas 2 to 1 on Saturday in the Class A Sectional Quarter Finals.  Sissy Smith scored the Monarchs first goal and the Kiki D'Anza netted the game-winner with 10 minutes left.  The Monarchs advance to the Section Semi-Finals this Wednesday.  They will play Spencerport at 7:15 p.m. at Greece Olympia High School.
• The varsity volleyball team defeated Wayne on Friday 3 to 0 to finish up their regular season with a record of 8 and 7.  The Monarchs will be playing in the Class Double A Sectional Tournament later this week.  Details will be coming soon.
• Lastly, congratulations goes out to the JV Cheerleading team for winning 1st place at the Avon Braves Battle Competition this Saturday.

Announcements for October 21, 2021

• Red Ribbon Week - The 2021 Red Ribbon Week theme is, “Drug-Free Looks Like Me!” You are invited to participate in a spirit week to celebrate and support a drug-free community next week, October 25th-30th. Each day, students will participate in activities to show their support of a drug-free lifestyle. Please help your daughters celebrate and honor Red Ribbon Week by participating!
  • Monday: Wear red to show your support! (Uniform bottoms)
  • Tuesday: Wear a college shirt to show your bright future without drugs. (Uniform bottoms)
  • Wednesday: Wear a bright-colored neon shirt and sunglasses because we’re too bright for drugs. (Uniform bottoms)
  • Thursday: Crazy/Mismatched Socks (Full uniform)
  • Friday: Say BOO to drugs, dress in your Halloween Costume!
  • Dress Code Reminders:
    • No Bloody or gory make-up/costumes
    • No Halloween masks (Covid uniform masks to be worn)
    • No weapons/fake weapons
    • No inflatable costumes
• The deadline for the Leadership Distinction Program has been extended to Monday, Oct. 25th. Please turn in applications to Mrs. Decosse by then.

Announcements for October 20, 2021

• Attention past and present pottery students:  Come support Alexa Malvaso's Motto project by participating in the annual Throw-A-Thon tomorrow after school in the Pottery Room! We will be making bowls to donate to the Empty Bowls Fundraiser! Join us right after school or later in the evening. We will be working right through Open House! We need to make as many bowls as possible--so come for a little while or stay the entire afternoon/evening! There will be pizza and snacks!  Students need to have taken pottery 1 in order to participate in the Throw-a-thon. Contact Alexa or Ms. Dahlberg with any questions!
• French Club will be meeting on Thursday, October 21 during Advisement.  Come join us for a Halloween activity and some spooky treats.:)  All are welcome!
• There will be a MASTERMINDS Practice directly after school today in Room 313.

Announcements for October 19, 2021

• The Modified Volleyball Team won their last home game yesterday beating Newark 5-0.  Alannah Riley served up her first stretch of 5 serves.  The team travels to Waterloo on Wednesday.
• Attention Model UN students….our next meeting will be Thursday, October 21st at 7:20 AM in room 113.  See Mr. Stryker if you cannot attend.
• Have you taken pottery at Mercy and love it??!!!  Come support Alexa Malvaso’s Motto project with the annual Throw-A-Thom this Thursday after school!  We will be making bowls to donate to the Empty Bowls Fundraiser!  It is this Thursday, the 21st, starting right after school and going right through Open House!  We need to make as many bowls as possible—so come for a little while or stay the entire night!  There will be pizza and snacks!  Contact Alexa or Ms. Dahlberg with any questions!
• This month, Mercedes literary magazine is inviting all high school students to participate in our Halloween Short Story Contest!  We are accepting submissions of any length and theme until November 1st.  The winner will be announced on Friday, November 12th and will receive a prize! Check your student email for more information.
• Congratulations to the JV swimming for defeating Brighton on Saturday by a score of 63-61. The 200 medley relay team of Gretchen Hockreiter won the 200 individual medley. Emi Carey won both the 50 freestyle and 100 breast stroke races, and Avery Van Damme took first place in the 100 backstroke.
• Congratulations to the Mercy Crew 1st Varsity 8+ of Elizabeth Steron, Marina Fasano, Danae Minich, Katia Moldoch, Anna Carey, Madeline Baird, Aubrianna Ryan, Meghan Bartholomay, and Sarah Brown and the Varsity 2 of Regan Green and Hannah Haller on their 3rd place finishes at the Head of the Niagara & Wright Regatta on Sunday.
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is Varsity Soccer player Bella Bondi.  Last Thursday Bella scored the only goal of the game in Mercy’s win over archrival Aquinas. It was her second goal of the season and helped propel the Monarchs to the top of the Private-Parochial League standings with a perfect 3-0 record.  This Saturday Mercy will be hosting Wester Thomas in the Quarterfinals of the Section V Class A1 Tournament.  The game is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM.  Congratulations Bella on being names Mercy Athlete of the Week for October 11th through October 17.

Announcements for October 13, 2021

• Congrats to Mercy sophomore Julia Zigrossi on winning the Section V Girls Individual Golf Championship today!  Mercy golfers had a great day today with Sophia Cellura finishing in 2nd overall, Marissa Eichas finishing in 7th, and Riley Stuver coming in 8th.  All four girls qualify for the Section V State Championship team this spring.

Announcements for October 12, 2021

• Attention students in grades 8-11 – a reminder regarding testing tomorrow – please bring #2 pencils (mechanical pencils are not allowed), an approved calculator, and a mask.  Rooms for testing are posted throughout the school, the Main office as well as the Counseling office. Get a good night's sleep and remember to breathe.
• Just a reminder to all seniors that Wednesday is a Motto Day. Check in is between 7:45 and 8 am and the day concludes at 11:45 am. You may dress down and please bring a fully charged device !!
• Do you know someone who has been challenged by Breast Cancer? Would you like to walk in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk this Sunday morning at Frontier Field? Join our team, Circle of Mercy to support, walk, donate and bond together as a Mercy community. Check your emails or see Mrs. Randazzese for more information about the Breast Cancer walk on Sunday! Bring a friend, wear pink, support women, and walk with the Circle of Mercy!
• Mercy Service has a few openings for tomorrow's visit to Bethany House at 4pm.  We will be making Lasagna dinner and cupcakes for the women in need.  See Mrs. Randazzese in the Media Center for more details
• This month, Mercedes literary magazine is inviting all high school students to participate in our Halloween Short Story Contest! We are accepting submissions of any length and theme until November 1st. The winner will be announced on Friday, November 12th and will receive a prize! Check your student email for more information.
• The Mercy Golf Team won their third straight Section V Title by a whopping 30 strokes over the weekend!  Julia Zigrossi led the team with an amazing score of 4 over par 78. Sophia Cellura finished 4th overall with a round of 86.  Marisa Eichas shot a round of 91 and Riley Stuver was close behind with her round of 92.  Congrats Mercy Golf!
• The modified soccer team earned their second win this season last Thursday defeating the Harley School by a score of 10 to 2. Goals were scored by Jaden Deming, Angelina Borrelli, Gia Pellegrino, Maeve Shanahan, Molly Brown, Sorella Vane, Lily Quinto, and Lyla Shetty.
• Congratulations to the Mercy Crew 1st Varsity 8+ team of Elizabeth Steron, Marina Fasano, Danae Minich, Katia Moldoch, Anna Carey, Madeline Baird, Aubrianna Ryan, Meghan Bartholomay, and Sarah Brown and the Varsity 2 boat of Alexa Malvaso and Maria Gkourlias - both boats finished in 3rd place at the Head of the Genesee on Sunday.
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is Varsity Golfer Julia Zigrossi. Last Tuesday Julia fired a 2 over par 38 for nine holes at Shadow Lake to win the Private-Parochial League Championship. On Sunday she posted a 4 over par 78 at Irondequoit Country Club to earn medalist honors and lead the Mercy golf team to its third consecutive Section V Championship. Today Julia is looking to win her second straight Section V Individual Championship title at Irondequoit.Congratulations Julia on being named Mercy Athlete of the Week for October 4th through October 10th.

Announcements for October 8, 2021

Announcements for October 7, 2021

• The Modified Volleyball team improved to 7-1 with a win over Penn Yan yesterday.  Nora Waldron set a Modified record with 21 service points.  Allison Guerrera and Ellie Meyers sealed the match in the 4th game with 5 service points apiece.  Christina Cordaro, Tessa Tombs and Lily Schoepfel contributed with strong passing on defense.

Announcements for October 6, 2021

• We will be holding our first Art Club Meeting tomorrow after school from 3 to 4. We will meet in room 25, also known as the Pottery Room which is located in the Senior Hallway. All grade levels are welcome to join Art Club--just make sure to bring your signed permission form to our first meeting! Additional permission forms can be found outside of the Pottery Room along with future Art Club meeting dates and locations.
• Congratulations to the varsity tennis team. They opened sectional play yesterday by sweeping Spencerport 7 to 0. The varsity swim team defeated Newark last night by a score of 78 to 71. Erin Galligan took 1st in the 200 IM and the 100 backstroke. Ellie Knausz finished in 1st in both the 100 breaststroke and 100 butterfly. Ella Weber won the 50 free and Taylor Vita finished in 1st in the 100 free. The meet came down to the last event where the relay team of Avery Van Damme, Taylor Vita, Erin Galligan, and Ellie Knausz finished in 1st in the 400 to seal the win for the Monarchs.
• Yesterday's cross country meet, the varsity team took 9 of the top 12 spots in the race with Emma Spagnola finishing first, And one Jones taking second, Polly Bogdan coming in fourth and Emma DeJoy taking 5th. Mercy swept the top five spots in the modified meet with Anna Spagnola finishing first, Hailey Wardell taking second, Kaylee Maas coming in third, and Stephanie Walsh and Madeleine Garsin finishing in 4th and 5th.
• Are you interested in joining Mercy Green Team? If you are eager to learn more about all the ways you can contribute to increased environmental awareness within our school and community, join us at our first meeting tomorrow morning, October 7th, at 7:15 in the black box theater! We hope to see you there! Go Green!  All grade levels welcome.
• High school students, are you interested in tutoring elementary school children at Cameron Community Ministries or Nativity School.  Mercy Service is looking for responsible students that can commit 1 day each week to be positive role models and academic supports for these two after school programs.  See Mrs. Randazzese in the Media Center for more information.

Announcements for October 5, 2021

• If you are in 10^th or 11^th grade and would like to learn about the Leadership Distinction Program, come to the auditorium today OR Thursday during advisement. Mrs. Decosse will be talking about the requirements to be in this program and how you can join! Sophomores and Juniors can also check email for details!
• We will be holding our first Art Club Meeting this Thursday from 3 to 4. This week we will meet in room 25, also known as the Pottery Room which is located in the Senior Hallway. All grade levels are welcome to join Art Club--just make sure to bring your signed permission form to our first meeting! Additional permission forms can be found outside of the Pottery Room along with future Art Club meeting dates and locations.
• Are you interested in joining Best Buddies? Best Buddies is an organization that spreads the importance of inclusion to individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and creates long lasting friendships! If you would like to learn more about what Mercy Best Buddies does come to our first meeting October 8th during advisement in the Black Box! This is open to grades 6-12. The classroom code is buelesx. If you have any questions contact Co- President Sydney LaSalle or Vice President Lexi Tilkins. We hope to see you there!
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is Varsity Golfer Sophia Cellura. Last week Sophia earned match medalist honors with her even-par round of 32 in Mercy's victory over Webster High School on the Shadow Lake Executive Course. It was Sophia’s second time as match medalist during the season and it helped keep Mercy in first place in Section V Golf. Sophia, along with teammates Julia Zigrossi and Marissa Eichas, will help lead the team into Sectionals where the Monarchs will look to defend their Section V Championship title. Congratulations Sophia on being named Mercy Athlete of the Week for September 27th through October 3rd.
• The Modified Volleyball team beat Pal Mac yesterday 4-1. Sophia Rath led all servers with 14 service points while Sydney Dougherty and Kiki Erskine played a strong defensive game.

Announcements for October 4, 2021

• All students are encouraged to participate in the Hispanic Heritage Month poster contest. Participants must create an original poster inspired and influenced by Hispanic artists and art.  Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!   All entries should be brought to Mrs. Gallagher in room M-3 by Friday, October 8th. Entry forms are located on the Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin board in the middle school.
• Attention high school students, Mercy Service has 2 opportunities for you this week after school. On Tuesday, at the Catholic Family Center we will sort donations for the refugees. On Wednesday come and play board games with the elderly. Check your student emails or see Mrs. Randazzese in the Media Center for more information.

Announcements for October 1, 2021

• Mercy's Robotics team is holding an interest meeting on Tuesday October 5th afterschool in room 306. The team is looking for members who are interested in engineer fields and willing to represent Mercy at competitions. No experience is necessary.  See Ms. Barker if you had questions.
• The science club will meet Monday October 4th at 3pm in room 301. The meeting is open to anyone grade 6-12 interested in science. We will talk about plans and ideas for the year and then enjoy some science games. For more information contact Mrs. Humphrey or join our google classroom using code: jzbjm7j

Announcements for September 30, 2021

• All students are encouraged to participate in the Hispanic Heritage Month poster contest. Participants must create an original poster inspired and influenced by Hispanic artists and art.  Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!   All entries should be brought to Mrs. Gallagher in room   M-3 by Friday, October 8th. Entry forms are located on the Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin board in the middle school.
• The science club will meet Monday October 4th at 3pm in room 301. The meeting is open to anyone grade 6-12 interested in science. We will talk about plans and ideas for the year and then enjoy some science games. For more information contact Mrs. Humphrey or join our google classroom using code: jzbjm7j.
• Congratulations to the varsity tennis team for their win over Webster Thomas yesterday.  The Monarchs won 6 to 1, with Ava Hartzell winning in singles and the teams of Sophia Pomponio & Mariel Uy, Jill Gertin & Claire Zwahlen, Grace Catalano & Lily Donner, and Gabbi Fornuto & Ada Cross swept the doubles matches.  The Monarchs are now 9 and 4 on the season and they take on Pittsford Mendon this afternoon.
• Congratulations also go out to the modified volleyball team for their win over Newark yesterday.  With the win, the Monarchs improve to 4 and 1 on the season. Serves and kills by Nora, Bianca and Catherine led the Monarchs in games 1 and 3, while Allie, Gina and Leah sealed the win with power serves in the other games for the win against Newark.

Announcements for September 29, 2021

• Congratulations to the varsity swimming and diving team on their win against Brockport last night.  Highlights from the meet include Taylor Vita finishing in 1st place in both the 100 and 200 freestyle, Ivy Aman winning the 200 individual medley, and Ellie Knausz finishing first in the 100 breaststroke.  Mercy's relay teams also took first place in 200 medley, 200 freestyle, and 400 freestyle.
• The Monarchs also had a great day on the cross country course, as Mercy's varsity runners took 8 of the top 10 spots in yesterday's race with Anna Spagnola finishing 1st, Andie Jones coming in 2nd, and Polly Bogdan taking 3rd.  In the modified race, the Monarchs took 3 of the top five spots with Hailey Wardell finishing in 1st place, Anna Spagnola taking 3rd, and Stephanie Walsh finishing in 5th.

Announcements for September 28, 2021

• Today for our Green Games challenge, there will be Earth-inspired chalking on the sidewalk by the back parking lot.
• Congratulations to the JV tennis team for a great win against Allendale on Friday. Winning two out of three doubles matches and going undefeated in all three singles matches. Special shout out to Annika VanDamme who moved up from third to first singles and still came out with a win. Great job ladies.
• The Modified Volleyball  team improved to 3 and 1 yesterday with a 5 game victory against Palmyra Macedon.  Over 10 players made over 6 service points. The team travels to Newark on Wednesday.
• The Mercy swim team had a hard-fought meet against HFL over the weekend.  Leading the Monarchs were Ella Sconfietti, Erin Galligan, Ellie Knausz, and Ivy Aman who took first place in the 200 medley relay.  Ellie Knausz also placed first in the 100 breaststroke.  The Monarchs next meet is tomorrow at Brockport High School.
• Congratulations also goes out to the Mercy Crew 1st Varsity 8+ boat on their 2nd place finish at the Fairport Lift Bridge Regatta on Saturday!  Rowers were: Marina Fasano, Danae Minich, Katia Moldoch, Anna Carey, Madeline Baird, Aubrey Ryan, Meghan Bartholomay, Sarah Brown, Elizabeth Steron.
• The Varsity tennis team defeated HAC over the weekend by a score of 6 to 1. Singles winners were Ava Hartzell, Olivia Cross, and Lily Donner. Doubles winners were the teams of Sophia Pomponio and Grace Catalano, Jill Gertin and Claire Zwahlen, and Madelyn Goetz and Sophia Gietkiewwicz.  The Monarchs followed up that win with a 7-0 sweep over Aquinas on Monday.  Mercy tennis next takes on Webster Thomas on Wednesday afternoon.
• The Varsity and JV soccer teams each picked up wins against Sacred Heart Academy over the weekend.  The varsity won 6 to 0 while the JV won by a score of 3 to 0.
• Our Mercy Athlete of the Week is Varsity Swimmer Ivy Aman. In three meets last week, Ivy had seven first-place finishes and five second-place finishes in the 12 events she swam. In the win over Midlakes, she placed first in the 200m Individual Medley, first in the 100 meter Breaststroke, and was part of two winning relays, the 200 meter Medley Relay and the 200 meter Freestyle Relay. Her other victories during the week were in the 200 meter Freestyle vs. Pal-Mac and the 200 meter Medley Relay and 400 meter Freestyle Relay vs. Honeoye Falls-Lima.  Ivy is one of three seniors on this year’s team whose leadership has been invaluable to a young team with a new coach.  Congratulations Ivy on being named Mercy Athlete of the Week for September 19th through 26th.
• Lastly, there will be a lacrosse open turf session this Thursday from 3-4:45 on the turf.  Anyone signed up to play in the fall lacrosse league is encouraged to attend.  Please see Mr. Yandek in the athletics office with any questions.

Announcements for September 27, 2021

Announcements for September 24, 2021

• Thank you to all students, faculty and staff for your generosity for the Dress Down Day collection. Because of YOU, we are donating over $700 worth of hygiene items to Mary's Place Refugee Outreach for the refugee community already living in the Rochester area. This Fall many refugees will be relocating here from Afghanistan and this large donation will help them settle into their new homes. If you would like to help deliver these items with Mercy Service next Thursday after school, see Mrs. Randazzese or check the Mercy Service SignUpGenius in your student emails.
• Do you love Spanish? Are you interested in learning more about the cultures of Spanish speaking-countries? Then come join Spanish Club! We are having our first meeting on Thursday morning (Sept. 30^th) at 7:15 in room M-1. All are welcome. We hope to see you there!
• Mercedes is accepting short stories, essays, one-act plays, poetry, and art from writers and artists in grades 9-12. Currently, we are looking for submissions inspired by Mercy Day. Whether this is your last Mercy Day or your first, we'd like to have your voice included in the 93^rd edition of Mercy’s literary magazine. Please send submissions to mercedesliterarymag@gmail.com. 

Announcements for September 23, 2021

• High school students, Mercy Service has a Google Classroom.  To hear up to date information on service opportunities, join the Classroom. Here is the code: 7z35v74. That's 7z35v74 !  Examples to get up to date information on are Tutoring at Nativity School and Cameron Community Ministries or learning about Teen Court for Center for Youth.
• Next week, Mercy Service is going to Intervol on Monday afterschool.  We will help sort medical supplies donated by area hospitals to be shipped to developing countries in need. This addresses the Critical Concern of Earth, as medical institutions plan to dispose or reuse medical supplies safely instead of polluting our earth with more garbage.
• There will be a DECA meeting for all interested 10^th – 12^th graders on Monday, September 27^th in Room 221 during Advisement.
• The Modified Volleyball Team improved to 2-1 yesterday with a win over Wayne. Penni Lohcamp and Sophia Rath led the servers and Christina Cordaro and Alannah Riley championed the defense. Bianca Iacovangelo led the team with 7 kills.
• Congrats to the modified Cross Country on a great performance at their first league meet of the year on Tuesday. The Monarchs took 4 of the top 5 spots in the race, with Anna Spagnola and Hailey Wardell finishing in 1st and 2nd respectively. Congratulations also goes to the varsity cross country team for a strong performance at the PPL meet at Cobbs Hill on Tuesday. The Monarchs took three of the top 5 spots with Emma Spagnola finishing first, Emma DeJoy placing third, and Polly Bogdan coming in 4th.  Overall, the Monarchs took 7 of the top 10 spots in the race.  Way to go Monarchs!
• The Mercy swimming & diving team improved to 2 and 1 on the season with a win over Midlakes on Tuesday. The Monarchs were led by Ella Sconfietti who took first place in the 50 free and 100 free and Ivy Aman who won both the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke. Ellie Knausz won both the 200 free and 100 fly and Taylor Vita finished 1st in the 500 free.
• The Mercy golf team earned another victory on Tuesday as well, defeating both Rush-Henrietta and Spencerport. Junior Julia Zigrossi led the Monarchs with a round of 39, followed by Sophia Cellura who shot a round of 43.
•  The Modified Volleyball Team improved to 2-1 yesterday with a win over Wayne.  Penni Lohcamp and Sophia Rath led the servers and Christina Cordaro and Alannah Riley championed the defense. Bianca Iacovangelo led the team with 7 kills.

Announcements for September 22, 2021

• High School Picture Day is tomorrow. You only need to get your picture taken if you are buying a package or if you did not get your picture taken on ID day. You may Dress Up tomorrow. Pictures will be taken in room 23 in the HS which is next to the ceramics room in senior hallway. The photographers will only be here until noon so please be sure you get your picture taken before then.

Announcements for September 21, 2021

• Tomorrow is Dress Down Day for ALL students, faculty & staff.  Please bring in $1 donation to dress down to your homeroom teacher.  Donations will be given to Mary's Place Refugee Outreach for the purchase of hygiene products to benefit the broader refugee community in Rochester, with the added benefit of also being beneficial for Rochester's refugees from Afghanistan.
• Congratulations to the modified volleyball team for picking up their first win of the season last night as they defeated Midlakes by a score of 4 to 1.  The Monarchs are now 1 and 1 on the season and next play Wayne Central on Wednesday at Wayne. Sophia Rath, Nora Waldron and Allie Temple combined for 26 service points and Kasyn Rogers added 2 kills for the offense.
• Each week our Athletic Department will be choosing one student-athlete who has demonstrated good character, consistent effort, and outstanding accomplishment in athletics during the previous week.
• For our first, week we have selected co-athletes of the week:  Jill Gertin and Claire Zwahlen from the Varsity Tennis team. Jill and Claire had a perfect week last week as they went 4 and 0 in 2nd doubles with straight-set wins over Webster Schroeder, Brockport, Spencerport, and Penfield.  Congratulations Jill and Claire on being named Mercy Co-Athletes of the Week for September 12th through 18th.
• Auditions for McQuaid’s production of Julia Cho’s Language Archive are today starting at 3:00 pm in the auditorium. There are roles for 3-4 women.

Announcements for September 20, 2021

• Tomorrow is Picture Day for the Middle School Only. Middle School students may dress up tomorrow. Thursday is Picture Day for the High School. Ordering information was provided in this past Friday’s Parent Update.

• We will be celebrating Spirit Week next week!!!!
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will be themed dress days. You will find out what the themes are later on today. You are invited to participate in the themes on these days or just dress down in your class colors/Mercy spirit gear to show your school spirit. On Friday, we will have a half day with noon dismissal and you will be able to participate in field day events.
• The Parents Association will be providing pizza for the entire school that day! We thank them for that amazing gift!
• PLEASE NOTE: Class Spirit Day shirts will be delivered later this week and it is important to remember that YOU MAY NOT CUT OR DESTRUCT YOUR CLASS T-SHIRTS IN ANY WAY.
• YOUR NEW STUDENT IDS WITH YOUR PICTURE WILL BE COMING TO YOU TODAY. AFTER TODAY, IF YOU ARE NOT WEARING YOUR ID AND LANYARD DURING SCHOOL, YOU WILL BE WRITTEN UP FOR BEING OUT OF UNIFORM.
• IF YOU NEED A LANYARD, PLEASE SEE AN ADMINISTRATOR. Temporary IDs can be turned back in to the main office for recycling. IDS and lanyards are also required on dress down or dress up days.

• Do you have a passion for writing? Do you love to read and discuss short stories and poetry? Then Mercedes is for you! Mercedes is the high school literary and art magazine. We will be holding an information session today after school in room 211. All students in grades 9-12 who may be interested in joining the Mercedes staff are welcome to attend! We hope to see you there!

• This past weekend was a great one for Mercy's student-athletes. The Monarchs defeated Rush-Henrietta in soccer by a score of 3 to 0 in both the varsity and JV game on Saturday. The varsity tennis team swept Penfield on Saturday 7 to 0, and the Cross Country team took second place at the Wayne Invitational. Congrats to all our student-athletes on a great weekend!

Announcements for September 17, 2021

Announcements for September 16, 2021

• Congratulations to the varsity swim team on earning their first win of the season on Tuesday.  The Monarchs defeated Marcus Whitman by a score of 89 to 81.

Announcements for September 15, 2021

• Boxing Club is back! Workout with a certified personal trainer and learn the basics of boxing twice a week on Monday’s and Wednesdays. This club is open to students in grades 6-12. If you are interested in joining, please sign up on the sheet outside the admissions office. See Mrs. Caston with questions.
• Mercy Service is starting next week! All high school students are welcome to Sign Up when opportunities fit your schedule. Check your student emails for details. Throughout the year, there are many service opportunities in our Rochester community that connect to our Critical Concerns, such as making dinner for the women in need at Bethany House and also helping at Catholic Family Center for the refugees coming to Rochester from Afghanistan.Do you have a passion for writing?
• Do you love to read and discuss poetry? Then Mercedes is for you! Mercedes is the high school literary and art magazine. We will be holding an information session on September 20th at 3 PM in room 211. All students in grades 9-12 who may be interested in joining the Mercedes staff are welcome to attend! Contact Lola DeAscentiis or Mrs. Kurzweil with questions. We hope to see you there!

Announcements for September 14, 2021

• Attention all seniors! Remember, you have a mandatory meeting today during advisement with your counselor. Mrs. Cady’s students should report to the Black Box, Mrs. Thomas’ students should report to the Auditorium, and Ms. Purcell’s students should report to M-9. Important information will be shared regarding the upcoming college application process.
• We are beginning our fall college visits – visiting today are Providence College and the American University of Paris. All visits will take place in new 3rd floor conference room in the Counseling offices (now located on the 3rd floor). Any junior or senior who would like to attend a college visit, please see Ms. Costello for a college visit pass. You can find the list of colleges visiting on your Naviance account. There is also a list posted by Ms. Costello’s desk.
• Auditions for the high school musical, "The Hello Girls" will be held today, Tuesday, September 14 from 3-5 pm in the Auditorium. Callbacks will be 3-5 pm on Wednesday , September 15. Music and dialogue will be coached at the audition, so there is no need to prepare anything special. Girls in grades 9-12 are invited to audition. There is also a stage crew sign-up sheet posted on the drama board in the main hallway for anyone in grades 8-12 interested in learning about sound, lights, stage management, costumes and much more! Please email or see Mrs. Gizzi with questions.

Announcements for June 17, 2021

Announcements for June 16, 2021

• Register Now for Summer Sports Camps!
• This summer, a variety of sports camps, including basketball, cheerleading, lacrosse, tennis, sailing, soccer, and softball, will be held on Mercy’s campus and at other Rochester locations. Most of these camps are run and staffed independently by Mercy coaches, with the exception of sailing (run by the Rochester Yacht Club). These camps are a great way for young athletes to get involved, strengthen their skills, or try a new sport. 
• Contact Anthony Yandek, Athletic Director, at ayandek@mercyhs.com with any questions. Go to www.mercyhs.com/camps to learn more about the camps.

Announcements for June 15, 2021

• Rose Mass
• On Thursday afternoon, Mercy celebrated our traditional Rose Mass in a not-so-traditional manner due to COVID-19. Rather than celebrating in the Motherhouse Chapel, Rose Mass was held in the Auditorium. The Mass, attended by seniors, faculty, and staff, is the last opportunity for students and teachers to gather as a Mercy family to say goodbye. Roses blessed at the Mass will be given to each student at tonight's graduation. Check out all the photos at www.mercyhs.com/photos.
• 2021-2022 Academic Calendar
• The Academic Calendar has been updated for the 2021-2022 school year. The first day of classes for Middle School is Wednesday, September 8, for Grade 9 is Thursday, September 9, and for Grades 10-12 is Friday, September 10. Orientation for new 10-12 students is Wednesday, September 1. All new parents and guardians are invited to attend a New Parent Orientation at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1. Consult the Academic Calendar throughout the year, or link it to your Google Calendar, to remain current with school-wide events.

Announcements for June 14, 2021

• Limited Summer Office Hours
• Mercy offices will be closed on Fridays at noon from June 25 through August 20. This coming Friday, June 18, the offices will be closed all day.
• Only One Parent Update Left!

• The last formal Parent Update for the 2020-2021 academic year is scheduled for Friday, June 18. However, we will continue to send e-blasts when necessary over the summer, so please be sure to check your email! Updates will include COVID information, augmented policies and procedures, reminders, and updates on the construction occurring in various areas around the campus buildings.

Announcements for June 11, 2021

• Attention Parents of AP Students!  If your daughter is planning to take an AP class in the 21-22 school year, please note that several of these classes begin BEFORE the regular school year. The AP Jump Start Program begins Wednesday, August 25 and runs through Thursday, September 9. The schedule of class meetings can be found here. Each AP Jump Start class meets 6 times during this period, and teachers will be providing direct instruction. Student attendance is required!

• AP Jump Start teachers have created Google Classrooms and will send your daughter a join code so she can get the information she needs for the class. If your daughter has any questions or concerns, please have her contact her AP teacher.

Announcements for June 10, 2021

• Yearbooks

• Due to delays in the publishing process Veritas 2021, the Mercy yearbook, will not be available until the last week of June. We will provide an update with instructions on how to pick up your order later. Thank you for your patience.
• Summer Reading Lists  are on the Website, Std/Parent Portal “Summer Reading”

Announcements for June 8, 2021

• Yearbooks.  Due to delays in the publishing process Veritas 2021, the Mercy yearbook, will not be available until the last week of June. We will provide an update with instructions on how to pick up your order later. Thank you for your patience.

• High School Final Exam Week Schedule:

• All high school final exams are in-person and students must report to campus to take their exam. If your daughter has a medical exemption, you must contact Donna Horn, Dean of Academics, at dhorn@mercyhs.com to arrange an alternate testing plan. See the final exam schedule below.
• Monday, June 14 - 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Pre-AP World
• Global 2
• U.S. History and Government
• **Global 1
• **8:30 to 10:30 a.m. - This exam is only two hours long.

• Tuesday, June 15 - 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Algebra 1
• Geometry H
• Algebra 2/Trigonometry
• Algebra 2/Trigonometry Honors
• Calculus

• Wednesday, June 16 - 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Make-Up Exam Session (by Administration approval only)

Announcements for June 7, 2021

Announcements for June 4, 2021

• Register Now for Summer Sports Camps!

• This summer, a variety of sports camps, including basketball, cheerleading, lacrosse, tennis, sailing, soccer, and softball, will be held on Mercy’s campus and at other Rochester locations. Most of these camps are run and staffed independently by Mercy coaches, with the exception of sailing (run by the Rochester Yacht Club). These camps are a great way for young athletes to get involved, strengthen their skills, or try a new sport. Click here to learn more about each camp and to access their registration forms.

• Contact Anthony Yandek, Athletic Director, at ayandek@mercyhs.com with any questions.

Announcements for June 3, 2021

Announcements for June 2, 2021

• Learn to Fly with the Young Eagles Program!

• This summer, you can learn to fly through Rochester's Chapter (EAA 44) of the Young Eagles Program. During this free, one-of-a-kind program, students ages 8 through 17 are introduced to the world of aviation as volunteer pilots present their plane, give a safety briefing, and take participants for a one-on-one ride. The program takes place at the Sport Aviation Center of Western New York and is scheduled for the following dates:

• Saturday, May 15
• Saturday, June 19
• Saturday, July 17
• Saturday, August 7
• Saturday, September 11

• Please note that flights are limited, weather dependent, and subject to COVID-19 restrictions. Students must pre-register here or by requesting information at flyyoungeagles44@gmail.com. A shortage of pilots is anticipated and flights are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Announcements for June 1, 2021

• UPCOMING

• Monday, June 7 - Wednesday, June 9 - Final exams, Middle School - grades 6-8
• Wednesday, June 9 -
• Junior Motto Day from 8 to 11:45 a.m.
• Volunteer Fair - High School Gym at 10 to 11:45 a.m.
• 8th Grade Graduation - Blossom Road Auditorium at 7 p.m.
• Thursday, June 10 - Rose Mass at 4 p.m. - seniors only
• Friday, June 11 - High School Graduation at Frontier Field at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, June 12 - Rain date for Graduation

Announcements for May 27, 2021

Announcements for May 26, 2021

• 4th Quarter Marking Period
• Parents - the 4th quarter is rapidly drawing to a close. This is a good time for you and your daughter to review her grades in each of her classes. You can access teacher grade books by clicking on the 'Progress' tab in your account in MercyLINK. If you have any questions or concerns about your daughter's grades, please reach out to her teachers. Well, it is that time of year again.....Mercy's Golf Tournament is here! We would love for faculty and staff to join us on Monday, June 28th for a great day on the course. Below is a link to register to play. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. https://www.mercyhs.com/give/events/golf-tournament/

Announcements for May 25, 2021

• Vote Now for Mercy!
• Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women is proud to have been nominated once again in the Rochester Business Journal’s Reader Rankings Poll for the Best Private School in Rochester. We've already won three times in a row; will you help make it four? You can vote EVERY DAY until May 28. Please vote and share this post. Thank you! http://bit.ly/VoteForMercy
• Mask Requirement Continues in Schools.  This week, New York State announced that it no longer requires the wearing of masks for vaccinated persons in many venues in most situations (following the recent CDC recommendation). However, this loosening of mask usages does not include schools. We are STILL REQUIRED to wear masks, including at indoor and outdoor sporting events. Unless we receive and evaluate additional guidance from the NYSDOH, Mercy cannot change our mandatory indoor mask policy, nor our requirement that masks be worn outside when within six feet of others.

Announcements for May 24, 2021

• Tee It Up Fore Mercy" at our Annual Golf Tournament!

• Join us Monday, June 28, 2021 at Shadow Lake Golf Club for the 21st Annual Father Ed Zimmer Memorial Mercy Golf Tournament, a Mercy tradition unlike any other. Following the shotgun start at noon, the afternoon will be filled with Mercy spirit, merriment, and hopefully only a few mulligans.
• Through the generosity of sponsors, golfers, and friends, the Tournament has raised nearly $600,000 over the past 20 years. All proceeds support a world-class education for future generations of Mercy Girls. We hope to see you on the course!
• Sign up here to par-ticipate as either a golfer or sponsor! Contact Kelly Conlan, Director of Development, at 585-288-7120 x312 or kconlan@mercyhs.com for more information.

Announcements for May 21, 2021

• UPCOMING
• Monday, May 24 - Awards Ceremony - Both ceremonies will be live-streamed from the auditorium
• Grades 9 and 10 at 10:30 a.m.

• Grades 11 and 12 at 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 26
• B Day - ALL grades in-person
• Senior Retreat
• Friday, May 28
• May Day at 8:30 a.m. - This event will be in-person for seniors only; it will be live-streamed for the rest of the student body, as well as friends and family; 10:30 a.m. dismissal after the May crowning ceremony for seniors.
• Senior Ball at Woodcliff - 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
• Monday, May 31 - Memorial Day - No school
• Wednesday, June 2 - B Day - ALL grades in-person
• Friday, June 4 - Senior/Parent Breakfast - Last day of classes for Middle School

Announcements for May 20, 2021

• Register for the Colleen Harrington Virtual Walk on May 31

• On Monday, May 31 (Memorial Day) Mercy will host the 22nd Annual Colleen Harrington Virtual Walk, Run, Hike, or Bike. Colleen Harrington, Class of 2000, passed away on July 16, 1998 due to cystic fibrosis and is honored every year during this walk. We continue this tradition as a virtual event with a few changes. You'll be able to participate in a 5K walk or run, 4K hike, or 10K bike at any time during the day, at any location outside of Mercy. Registration is only $25 and goes to support Mercy students through the Colleen Harrington Scholarship. Click here to register!

Announcements for May 18, 2021

• NYSPHSAA Increases Number of Spectators at Outdoor Athletic Events to 500

• We are excited to announce that due to a recent announcement from the NYSPHSAA, effective May 17, the Mercy Athletic Department is now able to expand the number of spectators at outdoor athletic events on campus to 500 spectators. This applies to all contests at the Varsity, JV, and Modified levels. All spectators are required to remain masked at all times and follow social distancing protocols while in attendance, as per NYSPHSAA regulations. The number of spectators permitted at contests hosted by other schools may vary depending on individual schools' policies. Please check the athletics calendar for spectator limitations for away contests.

Announcements for May 17, 2021

• A WEEK AT A GLANCE
• Monday, May 17 - H Day - ALL grades in-person
• Tuesday, May 18 - G Day - ALL grades in-person
• Wednesday, May 19
• Arts Fest - 8 a.m. to noon
• Middle School Moving Up Day in the high school Auditorium
• Thursday, May 20
• F Day - All grades in-person
• Leadership Distinction Program Reception for students in the Media Center from 3:15 to 4 PM
• Friday, May 21 - E Day - ALL grades in-person
• Friday, May 21 - Junior Ring Ceremony - This event will be in-person in the Auditorium at 8:30 a.m. for juniors only and early dismissal for juniors only following ceremony. Event will be live-streamed for friends and family.
• Friday, May 21 - Junior Prom at Woodcliff - 6:30 to 9:30 PM.

Announcements for May 13, 2021

• Calling All Dancers!
• Are you a Mercy Girl who loves to dance and is active in a studio? Are you a Mercy Girl who had never danced before but always wanted to try? You're in luck! Mercy is now offering TWO dance classes right on campus during the school day. Contact Ms. Alex at aalletto@mercyhs.com for more information!
• Traffic Flow at Mercy Blossom: Note that the drop-off zone is long, allowing six or more cars to unload at a time. Please pull forward fully into the drop-off zone and unload when the cars in your group come to a stop.  Also, we ask that you do not pass stopped cars unless directed to do so by an attendant.  During afternoon departure, we encourage you to arrive after 3:05 p.m. when student drivers have had a chance to depart and vacate parking spots. Note that the traffic pattern for the afternoon is slightly different from the morning, especially for buses. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

Announcements for May 11, 2021

• Junior Prom and Senior Ball Are a GO! We have excellent news! Mercy’s leadership team confirms that the Junior Prom and Senior Ball can be held on the dates originally scheduled! This is the result of this week’s news of the governor’s press conference regarding significant easing of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions on the region's businesses/venues, along with discussions with our school attorney. The Junior Prom will be held on Friday, May 21 at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa’s Outdoor Events Center Venue from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the same day as the Junior Ring ceremony. The Senior Ball will be held on Friday, May 28 also at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa’s Outdoor Events Center Venue from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the same day as the May Day celebration. For both events, each student will be able to bring a guest! Be advised, proof of a recent negative COVID test or vaccination will be required from all attendees. More information about the evenings’ details, along with our standard Prom and Ball rules, expectations, permission forms, and special COVID restrictions will be forthcoming.  We are very excited for our girls, especially with the return of events such as these, as they enter the home stretch of this very difficult academic year!

Announcements for May 10, 2021

• Seniors, I have been working with our photographer to try and manage the traditional Senior Panoramic picture we do each year with our graduating class. I am pleased to let you know that next week on Thursday the 13th, our photographer will be coming in with a green screen and will be taking your picture individually and then will photoshop it all together for the traditional group shot. You are invited to Dress Up this day for your picture. I will get order forms out to you next week if you would like to purchase one. The photographer will be set-up in the Gallery next week on Thursday from 9:30AM until about 10:45AM  so please be sure to get your photo taken during that time. Remote students should email me directly for instructions on how to get your photo in. 

• PS….I would also like to welcome you to DRESS DOWN for the remainder of the year! You no longer need to be in uniform! Enjoy!  😉Mrs. Whipple, dwhipple@mercyhs.com 

Announcements for May 7, 2021

• UPCOMING
• Wednesday, May 12
• No classes at high school or middle school
• Parents Association meeting at 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 19 - Arts Fest (virtual)
• Friday, May 21 - Junior Ring Cere

Announcements for May 6, 2021

• Senior Decision Day!! On Thursday, May 6 we will be celebrating Decision Day as a school community with our seniors. We look forward to honoring our seniors and their college choices during Advisement. The seniors, faculty, and staff will participate in a Dress Down Day (college spirit gear encouraged) and the girls will enjoy a special visit from a treat truck while they spend time together as a class. We'll have candid photos taken during this celebration and put together a photo montage video, both of which will be shared with the entire Mercy community. Please join us in wishing the Class of 2021 a wonderful Decision Day celebration.

Announcements for May 4, 2021

• Feast of the Ascension Mass: Thursday May 13.  We will be joining the live streamed mass from St. Louis in Pittsford.  Students will return to their homeroom as they did for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.  The mass begins at 11:00 a.m.  Amy Hentschke, our extraordinary schedule mastermind, is working on the schedule and we will get it to you ASAP.
• Junior Ring Ceremony: is Friday May 21st at 8:30 a.m.  in the auditorium. This is for Juniors ONLY.  It will be livestreamed for parents.
• May Day is Friday May 28th at 8:30 a.m.  Bishop Matano will be joining us for mass in the auditorium followed by the crowning ceremony at the grotto.  Due to Covid regulations as well as diocesan guidelines, this will be for SENIORS ONLY.  This includes the crowning ceremony at the grotto as well as the mass.  This event will also be livestreamed.
• Rose Mass is Thursday June 10 in the auditorium.  This is for SENIORS AND STAFF ONLY.  On the calendar the time is noted at 5:30 p.m.  however there may be  a possible time change—stay tuned.

Announcements for May 3, 2021

• Seniors Celebrate Joining the Alumnae Circle of Mercy at Annual Class Breakfast

• On Wednesday, April 28, the Class of 2021 was officially welcomed into the Alumnae Circle of Mercy by President Pam Fennell Baker '74 P'12 at the Annual Senior Class Breakfast.
• Seniors gathered in the Auditorium to listen to words of inspiration and encouragement from alumna guest speaker Tae'lor Jackson '16, a Business Consultant at Panther Graphics, Inc. and the Alumnae Subcommittee Chair of Mercy's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.
• After Tae'lor's speech, seniors enjoyed breakfast, courtesy of Mercy Food Services Manager Lawan Buffum and received a Mercy tumbler inscribed with their class year and the words, ‘Forever in the Circle of Mercy.’ Congratulations!

Announcements for April 30, 2021

• Catholic Education Scholarship Opportunities: The New York State Council of the Knights of Columbus offers a Catholic High School Scholarship and a High School Tuition Grant to an applicant in each of the eight Catholic Dioceses in New York State. The Catholic High School Scholarships are awarded based on the scholastic aptitude of the applicants and their involvement in their church and/or community activities, without consideration of financial need. Tuition Grant awards are based on the financial need of the applicants and their family. The deadline for both scholarship applications has been extended to June 1. Click here to learn more and to apply.

• Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women is excited to announce that we are back on track to Return to Routine this coming Monday, May 3. This is not because transmission rates have declined, but because Mercy has created a plan to safely permit two cohorts in the building at the same time and limit intermingling between them in compliance with NYSDOH guidance and our own concern for the health of our students, faculty, and community.

Announcements for April 29, 2021

• Saturday, May 1 - Mercy Virtual Spirit Gala - 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, May 4 - 5-hour Driving Course (register at jon@streetskills.net)
• Wednesday, May 5 - Coffee & Conversation at 8 a.m. (No classes at high school)
• Thursday, May 6 - Senior Decision Day
• Wednesday, May 12
• No classes at high school or middle school
• Parents Association meeting at 7 p.m.

Announcements for April 27, 2021

• Seniors Shine During Motto Presentations!
• This week marked the end of Motto presentations for seniors (most of which took place last Wednesday during Motto Day), as they completed their final piece of their Capstone projects. Despite several challenges due to COVID-19, students managed to overcome obstacles and carry out incredibly impactful projects that inspired change. Motto projects ranged from volunteering and raising funds for local and national organizations including Bethany House, American Red Cross, and Rochester Refugee Resettlement to participating in research projects and internships, to global outreach to countries like Haiti and Guyana. We're SO proud of our seniors for going above and beyond on their Motto projects, especially amidst a pandemic, and taking a step closer to graduation!

Announcements for April 26, 2021

• Join us for 'Coffee and Conversation' with Pam and Marty!  Take advantage of this opportunity for parents and guardians to casually meet and chat with Mercy President Pamela Fennell Baker, J.D. '74 P'12 and Principal Martin Kilbridge, Ed.D. We will meet virtually on Wednesday, May 5 from 8 to 9 a.m. via this link, also available in the Academic Calendar. Be sure to RSVP and note any topics you wish to discuss. We look forward to seeing you there!

Announcements for April 23, 2021

• Attention Actors, Dancers, Instrumentalists, Singers, Film makers and performers of all kinds!!  Arts Fest 2021 is coming in May. The Arts Fest committee is looking for virtual performers in grades 6-12.  Details are on the Arts Fest Audition Google Classroom Page and here is the code: grkyeag Again the code is: grkyeag. All submissions are due Friday, May 14th. Please email Mrs. Gizzi, Mrs. Camacho or Mrs. Marron with any questions. 
• In this morning's announcements, for "Thoughtful Friday”, we encourage you to walk around your neighborhood streets or local park and pick up garbage and/or recycling to help clean the Earth this afternoon or evening.  Send pictures of yourself to: trandazzese@mercyhs.com  Below is a picture of what was picked up in a neighborhood last year on Earth Day in 15 minutes!

Announcements for April 22, 2021

• Senior Class Breakfasts-On Wednesday, April 28, the class of 2021 will be welcomed into the Alumnae Circle of Mercy at a special seniors-only breakfast, which will be held in-person at Mercy. This year’s alumna guest speaker is Tae’lor Jackson '16, Business Consultant at Panther Graphics, Inc. and a member of Mercy’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, serving on the alumnae subcommittee. On Friday, June 4, the Parents Association will host an in-person breakfast at Mercy for the Class of 2021 and their parents/guardians. Details to follow!

Announcements for April 20, 2021

• Senior Class Breakfasts On Wednesday, April 28, the class of 2021 will be welcomed into the Alumnae Circle of Mercy at a special seniors-only breakfast, which will be held in-person at Mercy. This year’s alumna guest speaker is Tae’lor Jackson '16, Business Consultant at Panther Graphics, Inc. and a member of Mercy’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, serving on the alumnae subcommittee. On Friday, June 4 the Parents Association will host an in-person breakfast at Mercy for the Class of 2021 and their parents/guardians. Details to follow!

Announcements for April 19, 2021

• Mercy Athletics Update

• The Spring Sports Season begins Monday, April 19. The schedule for the start of the season is as follows:
• Varsity Lacrosse Tryouts - April 19 at Mercy Blossom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. 
• JV Lacrosse Tryouts - April 19 at Mercy Blossom from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Modified Lacrosse Practice - April 21 at Mercy East from 3 to 4:15 p.m.
• Varsity Track & Field Practice - April 19 at Mercy Blossom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Modified Track & Field Practice - April 19 at Mercy East from 3 to 5 p.m.
• Varsity Softball Tryouts - April 19 at Mercy Blossom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• JV Softball Tryouts - April 19 at Mercy Blossom from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Modified Softball Practice - April 19 at Mercy East from 3:15 to 5 p.m.
• All student-athletes participating in spring sports must have their health forms approved by the school nurse. Health forms and game schedules can be found on the Athletics website.

Announcements for April 16, 2021

• Mercy to Host ACT on April 17 Mercy will again host the ACT for Mercy students only on Saturday, April 17. Students should contact Lisa Costello at lcostello@mercyhs.com to let the Counseling Department know if they want to take the test at Mercy. Directions on how to register will then be sent to interested students. Students should NOT sign up on the website .  UPCOMING - Wednesday, April 21 - Virtual Career Day - 8:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 28 - Senior Breakfast - 8:15 a.m. (students only) Wednesday, April 28 - No middle school or high school classes , Saturday, May 1 - Mercy Virtual Spirit Gala - 7 p.m.

Announcements for April 15, 2021

• Virtual Career Day
• On Wednesday, April 21 from 8:30 to 11:00 AM high school students will be participating in a virtual Career Day—an event to inspire career exploration, networking, and empowerment. This year's keynote speaker is Jodi Lobozzo Aman '90. Her talk will be followed by three breakout sessions for high schoolers from 20 alumnae presenters. Further details are forthcoming.
• Please note: Middle school students will be invited to listen to the keynote speaker at the beginning of the event.

Announcements for April 13, 2021

• Mercy Athletics Update All levels of Lacrosse, Softball, and Track & Field are scheduled to start on Monday, April 19. Health Assessment Forms and Parent Permission/Recertification forms for these three sports are due to the school nurse by Monday, April 12. The Mercy Sailing team will be starting practices soon. Practices will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please visit www.rochesteryc.com or email Coach Liam at Liam@rochesteryc.com for more information, including a spring start date. All forms and information on pre-season information meetings can be found on the Mercy Athletics website.

Announcements for April 12, 2021

• We are so happy to announce that the Catholic Daughters of the Americas 2021 Education Contest winners have been determined. This year, the local Chapter received 149 entries representing 6 schools from the Diocese of Rochester.
• In the Middle School Division,  Mercy 7th Graders  placed 1st and 2nd in the Essay Contest!
• In the High School Division, a Senior earned 1st Place in the Essay Contest, and a Freshman placed 2nd in the Art Contest. 
• The entries of our first place winners will move to the State competition for further consideration. 
• Thank you to all of the Mercy participants in this year's contest!

Announcements for April 6, 2021

• The Greater Rochester Area Disc Association is starting its spring youth league.  It runs from May and June on Sunday afternoons. If you are interested in playing on the McQuaid/Mercy ultimate frisbee team, please email Dr. Kilbridge (mkilbridge@mercyhs.com)  who can put you in touch with the coaches. 

Announcements for March 26, 2021

Announcements for March 23, 2021

• Spring is right around the corner, which means Arts Fest is coming up! The Arts Fest Committee would like to hear from you regarding this year's Arts Fest which will be held on Wednesday, May 19th. You will receive an email with a link to a survey. This survey is only a few questions long and your responses will help us plan this year's Arts Fest!

Announcements for March 22, 2021

• WEEK AT A GLANCE

• • Monday, March 22 - Grades 9 and 10 (D Day)
  • Tuesday, March 23 - Grades 9 and 10 (C Day)
  • Wednesday, March 24
  • No classes at the middle or high school
  • SAT Testing - 7:45 - 11:30 a.m.
  • Senior Motto Day
  • Faculty Professional Development Day
  • Thursday, March 25 - Grades 11 and 12 (B Day)
  • Friday, March 26 - Grades 11 and 12 (A Day)

• *SPRING BREAK: Monday, March 29 - Monday, April 5

Announcements for March 18, 2021

• A special Message from Mrs. Gizzi regarding show choir auditions for next school year!!  
• The Show Choir Audition Google Classroom is now open. Students entering grades 9-12 are eligible to audition for the 2021-2022 school year.  Classroom Code: q5go4iy All materials will be submitted virtually (see assignment posted on the classroom page).  The deadline for submissions will be March 26th at 3:00 PM.  Please let Mrs. Gizzi know via email egizzi@mercyhs.com,  if you have any questions.  Thank you!!

Announcements for March 16, 2021

• Happiness is anyone and anything at all that's loved by you”. Come support  Mercy High School  in Mcquaid Jesuit’s production of Your a Good Man, Charlie Brown.  This fun filled musical features the Peanuts favorites, as Snoopy, Sally, Lucy, Schroder, Linus, and Charlie Brown embark on a magical journey to find happiness.  This comical and loveable musical will be shown live here at Mercy in the auditorium this Thursday at 7:30!  All students, faculty and staff, are encouraged to come and enjoy this beautiful production.  You do not have to buy a ticket, as it is free admission!  However, be sure to RSVP by emailing Emma Grace Wade @ew13147@student.mercyhs.com, and be sure to reach out to Emma Grace with any questions! We hope to see you all there!
• Congratulations to Mercedes 2020 for being selected to receive the rank of REALM First Class in the NCTE program!  This is the highest award at the state level and the first time Mercedes has achieved this rank.  Mercedes will be judged at the 2021 NCTE National Convention in Louisville, KY in November. 
• Attention students in grades 7-12 interested in playing softball this upcoming Spring season, there will be open gym sessions on Monday March 22nd and Friday March 26th from 3:30PM to 5PM in the High School Gym.  The open gym will be for all levels of experience from beginner on up.  Please contact Coach Sylvester with any questions.  

Announcements for March 15, 2021

• Course Selections Due!  Reminder - course selections for the 2021-2022 school year should now be completed in MercyLINK.  The portal will remain open through Monday, March 15.  After this time, students must see their counselor to select their courses for next year.  Thank you for your careful attention to this process and deadlines.  Many decisions integral to school operations, such as staffing and scheduling, are made as a result of your daughter’s course selections.  Please contact your daughter's counselor if you have questions.  Click here to view the 2021-2022 Program of Studies.

Announcements for March 12, 2021

• Congratulations to the Mock Trial prosecution team for a great performance against Brockport.  Even via Zoom, they were polished, professional, and persuasive. The defense will compete next week against Hilton. Great job team!

Announcements for March 11, 2021

• And now, time for Thoughtful Thursday brought to you by Mercy's Green Team: Bring your own reusable bags places! Did you know that four trillion single-use plastic bags are used every year. Their average lifespan is twelve minutes.

Announcements for March 9, 2021

• The varsity indoor track team finished in 2nd place at the Class A Sectional Championship Meet Thursday night.
• Tuesday 3/9-Here is your Tuesday Tip from Mercy's Green Team: What do you do when you're done using lotion bottles?  Maybe consider reusing them by filling them up with lotion from a bigger bottle so that you don’t have to buy excess smaller bottles.

Announcements for March 8, 2021

• Attention all high schoolers!  Are you looking for an engaging novel to read in your free time?  Do you like discussing literature, culture, and more with your peers?  Bluestockings might be for you!  Come join us on Tuesday, March 16th for our second meeting on Megha Majumdar's A Burning.  For more information or to get the Bluestockings google classroom code, please contact Grace Kurzweil. We look forward to seeing you there! ckurzweil@mercyhs.com

Announcements for March 5, 2021

• Congratulations to Warren Wood and his fantastic students for earning the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award. OLM was  notified a few weeks ago,  the certificate  just arrived today. 
• We are one of only 831 schools across the country to receive this honor.

Announcements for March 4, 2021

•  Mission Month 2021: “Hope is Not Cancelled”.  Mission Month is a long standing tradition here at Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women.  In the tradition of Matthew 25 and honoring the legacy of Catherine McAuley, the entire school community reaches out and responds to missions both local and international.  Kick Off Videos: during Advisement 3/9 and 3/11 at Mercy Blossom and 3/10 at Mercy East . Main Project: OxFam’s gift project.  Homerooms collect money to buy “gifts” to serve our international neighbors in need.
• 9th Grade will collect Birthday items for VOA’s homeless shelter.  10th Grade will collect Feminine Hygiene Products for Angels of Mercy .  11th Grade will collect toiletries for Bethany House.  12th Grade will collect men’s socks for House of Mercy.  Collection Boxes will be set up in the Gallery Space.  The Middle School just completed their own collection drives. CMB homeroom representatives will share further details in the homeroom.  You can contribute too by choosing one of the items above.  Thanks for your support.

Announcements for March 2, 2021

• It's that time of year again, time to Spread the Word for Inclusion!, and stop using the "R" word!   Mercy Best Buddies is hosting Spread the Word for Inclusion on Wednesday to pledge online to "Spread the Word to End the Word". All information will be sent to your emails on how to pledge. Let's try and encourage others to create a more inclusive environment, particularly those individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Announcements for March 1, 2021

• The Mercy Varsity bowling team finished their season this past Saturday. The Monarchs finished the regular season undefeated in head-to-head play and were winners of the Private-Parochial/RCAC League.  They had a great showing in sectionals this weekend finishing 4th overall in Class B.  Congrats to the members of our Bowling team on a great season!
• Attention students in 9-12 grades: the last day to submit to Mercedes is Monday, March 8. This includes all types of literary work especially poetry, memoirs, essays, short stories, and one-act plays.

Announcements for February 26, 2021

• Do you seek to speak your voice on relevant issues?
• Are you interested in hearing the opinions of your peers? 
• Come on down to the media center after school on Tuesday the 2nd and Thursday the 4th from 3-4 to participate in an open forum discussion on Black Lives Matter policies illegal immigration, and hate speech. The event will be in-person and will emphasize civil discussion and being open to opposing ideas. Check your student emails  for more information!

Announcements for February 22, 2021

• Black History Month is an annual celebration held for the entire month of February and it recognizes Black people for their extraordinary achievements and their significant roles in the history of the United States. During Black History Month, we reflect on what it means to be an African American, remember the good works of our Black activists and trailblazers, who fought for social justice. This month, we encourage you to think of ways to honor the significant works of Black people by supporting black-owned businesses, reading African American literature, becoming a mentor, volunteering your services, or visiting local museums in honor of Black History Month.

Announcements for February 11, 2021

• Attention all HS students:
• When we return from break and start our new cohort assignments, you will have an entire week to dress down! That’s right! Dress down then entire week of February 22nd!
• We encourage you to wear your grade level colors to show your school spirit. The faculty and staff will be joining in the fun as well! 
• PS.......There are also some fun surprises in store for you that week!!!! 
• Enjoy your well deserved break! 
• Congrats to Mercy Bowling Coach, George Vito on receiving the USBC Service to Youth Award in recognition for his 19 years of dedicated service to Section V high school bowling!

Announcements for February 10, 2021

• Harvard-Radcliffe Club of Rochester Essay Contest. The Harvard-Radcliffe Club of Rochester is offering an essay contest which now includes students in grade 9, as well as grades 10 through 12 – a significant change in protocol from previous years. The topic for this year's contest is "50 Years From Today: Will We Be Living In a Better World?" and there's a $250 reward for the 1st place winner. Click here for more information about the contest requirements and rules. Essay submissions should be sent directly to hrcressaycontest@gmail.com by March 15, 2021. If you would like further information, please contact your English teacher or Lisa Costello in the Counseling Office at lcostello@mercyhs.com or 585-2887120 x317.

Announcements for February 9, 2021

• Please join Mercy President and CEO Pamela Fennell Baker, J.D. '74 P'12 and Principal Martin Kilbridge, Ed.D. at our February Coffee and Conversation event! We will discuss a host of parent-driven topics via Zoom this Wednesday, February 10 from 8 to 9AM . Be sure to RSVP and include any topics you would like addressed. We look forward to seeing you there!

Announcements for February 8, 2021

• Wellness Week 2021 - Mercy Blossom - Schedule of Events:  Don’t miss seeing the award-winning film The Upstanders on Monday, February 8th at 7pm followed by a webinar with the producers. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-upstanders-virtual-screening-panel-hosted-by-our-lady-of-mercy-registration-139480625305 Dress Down Days ALL WEEK LONG!
  • Monday: SOUPER Monday (Bring a canned good to fight hunger in Rochester)
  • Tuesday: Dress like a TOURIST day (We can't travel....but let's pretend we can!)
  • Wednesday: Wear Red/Pink to spread Kindness
  • Thursday: Pajama Day
  • Prayer Wall in Gallery

• Please enjoy an “APPLE A DAY” – Fresh fruit in the mailroom all week long!
• Water Drinking Challenge (See email from Elizabeth Decosse)
  • How many glasses of water are you drinking a day? 
  • Drawing to win a FABULOUS prize!
• Gratitude Board in the Mailroom & in Gallery
  • Share your gratitude with others!
  • What are you grateful for? Share it!
• Daily “surprises” in the mailroom – “Wellness Begins with We”
• Pixar's Inside Out playing in the cafeteria during lunches (Mon - Thurs)
• Daily Activities include: (Please come & participate as you are able -- bring your homerooms!)
  • Monday: Advisement "Pop-up Dance Party"  (Middle School Gym with Ms. Alex!!!)
  • Tuesday: Advisement Yoga/Meditation with Stephanie Barbero
    • Practicing Self-Care Community Circle: 3rd Floor Chapel with Mrs. Quinn
  • Wednesday: Advisement "Pop-up Dance Party" (Middle School Gym)
    • Guided Meditation: 3rd Floor Chapel with Mrs. Rouleau
    • Walk-about Wednesday Challenge: Take a walk on Wednesday! 
  • Thursday: Advisement Yoga/Meditation with Stephanie Barbero

Announcements for February 5, 2021

• It's Wellness Week at Mercy! Get ready for a week dedicated to increasing our joy, strengthening our coping skills, and lower stress/worries. Dress Down Days for Wellness Week Include: Tuesday: Dress like a TOURIST day! We can't do much traveling right now....but let's pretend we are heading on a trip. Wednesday: Have a HEART! Wear Red/Pink to support KINDNESS and LOVE - two essential components of wellness! Thursday: Pajama DAY - Stay comfy & cozy all day long!  Daily Wellness Week Advisement Offerings include:  Monday/Wednesday: Dance Party during Advisement! Let's shake off our stress with a COVID friendly dance party!  Middle School Gym! Tuesday/Thursday: Yoga/Mindfulness with Mrs. Barbero in the Gym. Bring your own mat - or borrow one!  Don't forget to pick up your "Wellness to Go" bag to practice wellness techniques at home over the February Break!  Stay WELL, Mercy! ( Monday 2/8-Thursday 2/11)

Announcements for February 4, 2021

• Next week is Wellness Week 2021 at Mercy Blossom and to kick off the week, Mercy will be hosting a virtual film screening of The Upstanders and webinar/discussion with the film's producers on Monday, February 8 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in partnership with the Parents Association. All are welcome to attend this event!
• The Upstanders is an award-winning film about resilience and the power of connection to end bullying. This film explores cyber-bullying, bullying among friends, families, co-workers, and the brain science behind it all. It is the third in a trilogy and a follow-up to Indiflix's highly successful films, LIKE and ANGST. This film is appropriate for ages 13+. Click here to view the trailer.
• Members of the Mercy community can view the film at home (snuggle up on the couch!) followed by a virtual panel discussion with the filmmakers. Don't miss this opportunity available exclusively for the Mercy community!
• As you consider the dynamics of your classes/curriculum this year, I encourage you to share this opportunity with your students. (Appropriate for ages 13+)  
• Extra-credit opportunity? Perhaps it could help ignite an honest conversation about the challenges/benefits of our current COVID-19 reality? 
• If you are interested in registering for this FREE film event, please sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-upstanders-virtual-screening-panel-hosted-by-our-lady-of-mercy-registration-139480625305