January 16, 2019  |  PARENT ENEWS 

As we wrap up the Student Fundraiser this week with Dance-A-Thon on Friday, we would like to thank our Mercy Parents and community for the support and participation in this long-honored tradition. We are very proud of all of our students who took this fundraiser as an opportunity to practice networking and entrepreneurship skills, and share their Mercy stories and experiences with friends and family. A great example of initiative, Lauren O'Connor '22 served as an ambassador for Mercy and reached out personally to as many people as she could in her networks, in order to encourage support for our programs. She is one of our highest fundraisers, and is even writing personalized thank you cards to each donor. We commend you, Lauren!

Dance-A-Thon 2018-2019  

MIDNIGHT TONIGHT, January 16th marks the end of our student fundraiser! 

Donations can still be submitted via your daughter's campaign page. $75 is minimum donation to attend this Friday's Dance-A-Thon; $185 earns Formal/Prom day off. (Student must either earn the Formal/Prom day off or attend all classes that day in order to attend Formal/Prom). 

On the day of Dance-A-Thon, Friday, January 18th:

• 8am arrival
• Wear class colors
• Breakfast potluck in Advisory 
• Pick-up at 11:30am 
   

For more information check out our Dance-A-Thon webpage or contact asilva@mercyhsb.com

2019-2020 Course Catalog is Here!

Dear Students and parents, the course catalog for 2019-2020 has been released and can be found in the Academic Guidance section of our website HERE. Please begin thinking about which classes you would like to take next year!

Mercy's Annual Father Daughter Dance 

Friday, January 25th • 8PM 

Wear your best throwback 80s movie attire for dancing, snacks, and a raffle full of great prizes. Prizes awarded for best dressed couples! 

Professional photos will be available for sale by Lifetouch- accepting cash, check or card. RSVP by January 22nd. 

Moms and guardians! We need your help to make this a special day! Click here to volunteer.

Lobster Feed & Live Music at Kohl Mansion
Please join us for the New England Lobster Market's traditional-style boil and the sounds of local music scene favorites, "The Heist" of "Janel & The Heist"!
Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, $75 Per Person
A one-of-a-kind dining experience & entertainment event, sure to sell out! *Chicken meal substitution available at time of ticket purchase.

• Details & Event Tickets click HERE
• SPONSORSHIPS Support, Lobster & Live Music, by making a donation to underwrite the event. Click HERE to be a Sponsor/Advertiser/Underwriter.
• Volunteers needed click HERE to sign up

*Contact Jennifer Munsey in the Mercy Advancement office with questions? jmunsey@mercyhsb.com

CASH EVENT DONATIONS IN ANY AMOUNT ARE ALWAYS WELCOME AND CAN BE MADE ON THE EVENT REGISTRATION-TICKET PAGE MUST BE 21 AND OVER TO ATTEND, NO HOST BAR
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT MERCY HIGH SCHOOL, BURLINGAME

College Meeting for JUNIOR Families 

Students and parents are welcome to schedule their meetings with College Counselor, Francesca Ohanessian.  During this meeting, we will discuss the various colleges and programs that might be of interest to your student, the SAT/ACT, and answer any initial questions you might have about the process.  Please click HERE to schedule your appointment.  

Volunteers Needed for Music at Kohl Concert Sunday, 1/27 Music at Kohl Mansion is looking for volunteers for our next concert on Sunday, January 27, 2019. Volunteers are needed from 6-10pm to help in the front of house (distributing programs, taking tickets, ushering) and for reception preparation (preparing platters, serving, slean up. Student volunteers receive 4 hours of service credit. Parent volunteers receive our undying gratitude and everyone gets to enjoy the concert! Please contact Katie Riggs at admin@musicatkohl.org. To learn about our concert series visit www.musicatkohl.org

Please feel free to contact me anytime at 650-762-1107. I am looking forward to a great 2018-19 with Mercy Athletics! - Charlie Dougherty, Athletic Director

Follow Mercy Athletics on Twitter for game updates and scores!

All results of each team can be found in the Mercy scoreboard-place HERE

Athlete of the Week:
Soccer player Hayley Klingler
Haley, a Junior, has been moved to fill in for the defense this season and has done a great job. Her skill and speed has been a key to neutralize strong opponents. Her overall play has been especially instrumental in the two league games we have played so far. She possesses a great attitude and willingness to do whatever the team needs, from filling in at the Goal Keeper position to moving into the midfield. She is coachable, focused and mentally tough, and compliments the flow of the game. Her team commitment goes beyond the games to attending and working hard in practice, while encouraging her teammates as well as having a positive attitude. Great Hayley, keep it going!

Track and Field Athletes: Thursday, January 17: Please remember that there is a meeting for all those interested in participating in the Spring season. Coaches will be present to go over the season's schedule. 2:30pm in the Bleachers at Grassilli

Games & Practice Schedule

Jan. 17-23

Spring Sport Tryouts start on January 28. Any athlete planning on trying out for a spring sport is required to attend strength and conditioning sessions. Meet at the weight room in Grassilli. If you are playing on Mercy winter team or participating on a club team, you do not have to attend the sessions. You must notify Mr. Dougherty of the club team in which you are playing if you plan on not attending the conditioning sessions.

Spring Sport Conditioning sessions are now ongoing. Meet in the Grassilli Center.

• 3-4pm-Softball and Swimming
• 4-5pm-Lacrosse
• Track and Field will meet for Strength and Conditioning on Tuesday and Thursday 3-4pm
• Gymnastics is conditioning on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at Gymtowne Gymnastics 3-4pm
• If there is a conflict with the Monday or Wednesday schedule for conditioning, contact Keri Sotak in the athletic trainer's office to line up Tuesday/Thursday schedule from 3-4pm.

Magnus System Reminder:  If your daughter is planning on playing a Spring Sport, please make sure they are fully registered and cleared thru the Magnus system through PowerSchool.

The City of Burlingame has a New Roundabout

at the intersection of California Drive and Bellevue Avenue/Lorton Avenue. The final phase of the roundabout should be completed in February. The City developed a two-minute instructional video and asked that we share it with you to acquaint drivers, cyclists and pedestrians with the new traffic pattern. Please click HERE for the video.

Reminder about Morning drop-off and Afternoon pick-up   

Please make sure you are familiar with and following Mercy's rules and procedures. Click HERE to view.

If you missed Mercy's VPA Winter Concerts, you can watch the videos!

Click HERE for Chorale and HERE for Dance!

Winter Formal, City of Stars, is at the Regency Center in San Francisco!

February 1st • 7:00-10:00PM

The price is now $95 per person. Students may purchase their tickets in the SBO Office during lunches and break. Permission forms must be signed by a parent to purchase a ticket. If a student plans to bring a guest, the guest must complete the Guest Permission Form. See forms for more information about dress code and expectations. Please email Coach RG with questions.