March 20, 2019  |  PARENT ENEWS 

On April 4th, Mercy will host guest speaker Dr. Carol Langlois! An expert on teen self-esteem, Dr. Carol will present to freshmen and sophomore classes on topics such as bullying, body image, and peer pressure, followed by a Q&A. Dr. Carol is a former University Associate Provost and Dean, a therapist, researcher and published author. Her play, "Girl Talk: Teen Monologue Series" shares true-life teen situations and conversation.  

Her blog contains practical information and resources for parents, teachers, counselors and teens related to female self-esteem and empowerment. Her book, Girl Talk: Boys, Bullies and Body Image is a compilation of interviews with teen girls on the topic of self-esteem and also offers an effective and practical system designed to RAISE (Resilience, Attitude, Independence, Self-Respect and Empowerment) teen self-esteem.  

Tri-Shool Productions presents

The Wedding Singer!

March 29, 30 and April 5, 6 - 7:30pm
March 31 - 2pm

Serra High School's Gellert Auditorium

Tickets for Tri-School Productions Spring Musical are on sale now! Click HERE to learn more and to purchase tickets.

Moms Crafting Mixer

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Thursday, April 4th • 6:30-8:30pm

Mercy Moms are invited to an evening of crafts, wine, and refreshments! We will be making pressed-flower drink coasters. Please RSVP by March 29th- $10 entry fee to cover cost of materials. Event has limited slots to accommodate all crafters! 

Dad's Bunco Night

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Thursday, April 11th • 7-9pm

We invite Mercy Dads to get together for a game night with pizza and beer! Bunco is an easy game to learn that only requires luck and a good time! Prizes will be awarded for various categories. Please RSVP by April 4th- $10 entry fee to cover cost of food/prizes. 

 Sophomores  

Dear Class of 2021 Students and Parents,

Anyone who was not able to order their Mercy Ring last week, and would like to order, should either mail their order form to the address below, or place their order online at citygradsf.com. The deadline for orders is April 5, 2019. If you have any questions please reach out to Bill Reid from Jostens. Thank you!

Jostens-Bill Reid
454 Las Gallinas Ave #300
San Rafael, Ca. 94903
415-472-7871
bill.reid@jostens.combill.reid@jostens.com

 Junior Parents          

Coffee with the Counselors
Friday, March 29th - 8:00am

Please join us for Coffee with the Counselors, a new information series hosted by Mercy's Guidance Department for junior parents. On Friday, March 29th at 8:00am, we will have a discussion about the college process - with coffee and tea, followed by a question and answer session where you will have an opportunity ask questions of our team. Please RSVP here!  Please contact Francesca Ohanessian with any questions at FOhanessian@mercyhsb.com or (650) 762-1151.

College Meetings 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.  

This Sunday --
Volunteers Needed for Music at Kohl Concert
Music at Kohl Mansion would welcome a few more volunteers for our concert this Sunday, March 24th.  We will also need volunteers for concerts on April 14th and May 12th, so mark your calendars now! Volunteers are needed from 6-10pm. Student volunteers receive 4 hours of service credit. Parent volunteers receive our undying gratitude! 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

Games & Practice Schedule

March 21-27

Athlete of the Week:
Track Athlete - Charlotte Liberty
Charlotte, who finished off the 2018 Track season by winning the JV 200 WBAL final, is back on track for the 2019 season. This past Saturday at the Aragon Invitational, Charlotte took home 4 medals. In the Frosh/Soph division she won the 400 with a Personal best time of 1:04:52. This time sets her in 11th place all time in the Mercy track records. Only a Sophomore, Charlotte is proving to be a valued member of the team as she also had a Personal best of 6"6 in the pole vault. This is a new event for her this year. Charlotte also helped the Frosh/Soph relay team to a 3rd place finish in the 4x400 relay as she ran anchor. Charlotte was also a member of the 3rd place 4x100 relay team in the Frosh/Soph division that finished with a season best time of 1:00:53. Great job Charlotte, keep it going.

Purchase SPRING Sports Photos

Pictures for Spring Sports Teams are now available for purchase. Click HERE to view and order.

Purchase WINTER Sports Photos

Pictures for Winter Sports Teams are now available for purchase. Click HERE to view and order.

Parent photographers!
We'd love to share and promote your game photos! If you've snapped great shots from a Mercy Athletics game, please send photos and videos to Athletic Director Charlie Dougherty and Marketing Director Briana Daley.

Lenten Series: Altaration -
The Mystery of the Mass Revealed

Looking for a Spiritual Uplift this Lent?  If so, please join us for this five-part study on the Mass that features powerful cinematography, inspiring video presenters, and engaging resources. Altaration uses humor, stories, and small group discussion to capture our attention and instill in us a deep and lasting love for the Mass. Please join us on Thursdays in Lent in classroom 234A from 2:45p-3:45p. Dates include March 7, March 14, March 28, April 4, April 11, (skipping March 21). Bring your daughter or a friend. Come to one discussion, come to all. All are Welcome! If you are interested in participating please RSVP by Monday March 4 to sflaherty@mercyhsb.com.

Mercy is participating in this program in partnership with Our Lady of Angels Church.