May 29, 2019  |  PARENT ENEWS 

Dear Parents:

 

As this school year comes to a close with graduation on Sunday I wanted to thank all of you for your support this year. We are so fortunate to have your daughters at Mercy. All you do for Mercy High School is truly appreciated.

 

For our about-to-be alumnae parents, thank you for sharing your daughters with us. Each class leaves its own legacy and the Class of 2019 is no exception. We wish them all the best as they move on, confident young women, ready to make their mark on the world.

 

For our returning parents, we look forward to your daughters returning in the fall. There are many positive changes happening at Mercy. It will be an exciting time for the girls as they continue to be challenged.

 

As you know the girls have reading assignments during the summer. The rising seniors will be reading Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be by Frank Bruni. The book primarily deals with the college selection process and what students need to consider when apply to colleges. We are asking our Board of Directors to read the book and I invite all of you - no matter what grade your daughter is in - to read it, also. The girls will be discussing the book in August. Parents will be invited to an evening session to the book in early September. You will find it informative and eye-opening.

 

As I end my time at Mercy at  the end of June, let me add my personal thanks for your support, your generosity and for your daughters. When people ask me what I will miss most my answer is always the girls. We have amazing young women at Mercy and it has truly been a privilege to get to know them and to work with all of you.

 

Karen Hanrahan

Head of School

 

 

 

This is our final Mercy Parent eNews
of the 2018-2019 school year! 
Look for Mercy's first Parent eNews of the 2019-2020 school year Wed., Aug. 7, 2019. Wishing you a relaxing and enjoyable summer!!!

 

Congratulations Class of 2019!

 

2018-2019 Photo Gallery
 The photo gallery for this school year is live on the Mercy Website!
Click HERE to view photos from the year's big events.

Awards and Acceptances
We are happy to honor those members of the class of 2019 who have distinguished themselves academically, artistically, and in service to their school, class, and community. Mercy High School is proud to recognize seniors who exemplify the mission of the school as they strive to become young women of faith, academic excellence, influence, and compassionate service, embodying Catherine McAuley's spirit of Mercy. Please visit our Awards and Acceptances page to view the program for both the senior awards and the undergraduate awards for 2018-2019.

Summer Book club reading.

The library co-ordinates summer book clubs for all girls returning next year.  Each student chose from one of 6 books to read for fun over the summer, and we will be running book clubs to discuss each book with teachers and faculty members leading during a collaboration late in August next year.  Ask your student which book it was she chose.  They are all fun (or engrossing at least) to read, and would be fabulous to take on road trips or to read by the pool.  There is no assignment with these books, just remember enough of it to discuss casually as part of a book group. (This reading is in addition to the English and AP reading that they are expected to do, and which have assignments linked to them.)

Make your Parent Pledge to the Mercy Annual Fund for the upcoming school year. By making your pledge now, you have the opportunity to spread out your gift in a way that works best for you! You can choose to pay in full, or to indicate your commitment and pay between July 2019 and June 2020. 
 

There are two ways to submit your renewal:

• Make your gift or pledge online
• Download the Parent Pledge form and submit it to the Advancement Office
  
  

Help us reach our goal of 100% parent participation! Gifts of any amount are welcome; however, we encourage families to consider joining the Head of School's Circle with a pledge of $1,500 or more.Thank you for your generosity and commitment to Mercy! Tuition covers 79% of the cost to educate each girl. Every pledge helps us bridge this gap.

 

Please don't hesitate to contact me or Jennifer Munsey,  Annual Giving & Donor Stewardship Manager, at 
650-762-1190, if you have any questions. 

 

Thank you!
Mary Lund, Director of Advancement

 Junior Parents 

Parking Permit Applications for the Class of 2020 are now available in the Main Office. 

The requirements are as follows: 

1. Form completed and signed by student and parent. 

2. Copy of Drivers License 

3. Fee of $100 (checks payable to Mercy High School) 

 

Please bring all required paperwork and fee to Mrs. Folan in the Main Office. Rising Seniors: You will have the rest of this school year to turn in your forms. First come first served. If you expect to get your drivers license over the summer, you may send it in before the first day of school. Beginning the first day of school any remaining spots will be opened up to licensed Juniors (Class of 2021.)

Questions? Please Email Mrs. Folan at cfolan@mercyhsb.com

 Senior Parents 

Graduation Information 

Check out our one-stop information center for all graduation events! You will find the most up-to-date information, easily accessible at any time. Please refer to this page for important dates and times, and FAQ information such as attire and logistics. Please contact Ms. Small at csmall@mercyhsb.com with any questions regarding graduation events. 

Graduation gifts:  

We are excited to bring you these one-of-a-kind Mercy plaid bears made from our used uniforms at a women's shelter in Thailand! This is a memorable gift that will honor your daughter's time at Mercy while supporting women in need! Learn more and pre-order one HERE

Graduation Photos!

Lifetouch will be taking professional photos of seniors at graduation that are available for purchase HERE. Images will be loaded 4-5 days after Graduation (June 2nd). If you wish to receive a notification when the images are available, you can sign up in advance using the same link. 

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!

Is your daughter
fully registered

with Magnus?

Reminder: If your daughter is planning on playing a sport next year, please make sure she is fully registered and cleared thru the Magnus system. Click HERE for more info. A current sports physical is required each year your daughter plays a sport. A sports physical is only valid for one year following date of examination (therefore it is recommended to get in early June) *All athletes must show athletic clearance prior to the start of summer sessions. No athlete will be allowed to start tryouts unless they show clearance in the Magnus system.

Summer Athletic Program/Open Gyms
Skill Development and Strength & Conditioning  sessions are now posted to the Mercy website. All athletes who will be participating in a fall sport should utilize the Strength and Conditioning Sessions in order to be properly prepared for their tryouts/practices. Click HERE for more information. 

Fall Tryout Dates 

• Volleyball: August 9,12,13 at Serra High School  *Coaches may decide to extend the tryout period based on their assessments..
• Cross Country, Water Polo, Golf and Tennis start on August 14.

Purchase SPRING Sports Photos

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

 

 

Last call! Please donate your uniforms! 

Seniors and any other students who have uniforms that won't be worn any longer, please drop them by the Main Office by Friday, May 31st and we'll offer them to other Mercy students at our upcoming Used Uniform Sales. We'll take Mills skirts, white or gray polos, and sweaters! 

 

Current families are also welcome to stop by - June 4th from 3:00-6:00 in the Great Hall to check out our used uniform selection. Contact asilva@mercyhsb.com if you have any questions. 

Mills Uniform at Mercy

Friday, June 7th -  2:30-5:30p

Great Hall

Samples will be on hand to try-on and to find your size. Place your order online at your convenience 10% off Everything and Free shipping on orders $75+ June 7 - June 22, 2019.

Click HERE for flyer

 

Mills Uniform Sale June 8-22

10% Off everything / 25%+ and More Off Clearance items and Free shipping on orders $75+ placed during the sale. Promo Code: GCMSUMMER2019

SAT Summer Prep Course Cancelled

Due to other obligations our SAT prep teachers are unable to offer the course during summer school. Due to the low turnout the past two years we will not hold the course this summer. There are a number of groups that do offer SAT prep. Mercy has partnered  with AJ Tutoring to offer a class during the school year. They also offer summer programs. Their web site is www.ajtutoring.com

 

Summer School: Students and parents, if you are planning to take a summer school class to ADVANCE (not remediate), you must send your counselor proof of registration  for this course as soon as possible. We must receive the transcript from the online or summer school by Aug. 1. Please contact your counselor with questions or concerns. Click HERE for the Summer School Request form.