2025 Teacher of the Year

With deep gratitude and joy we are proud to congratulate the 2025 Mercy Teacher of the Year—Mrs. Gretchen Faunce, Social Studies!

A dedicated educator, compassionate mentor, and true embodiment of Mercy values, Mrs. Faunce consistently goes above and beyond to uplift, challenge and inspire students. Her love for the classroom is matched only by her commitment to fostering respectful dialogue, encouraging reflection and guiding students to connect their faith with daily life.

“Mrs. Faunce started at Mercy my freshman year. It is now my senior year and I feel like she has grown alongside us. She has made a difference in every life she has touched since she has been at Mercy. I truly believe that God brought her to Mercy not only for us, but also for her.”

“She is truly a gift to our students. She is a master teacher who puts her heart and soul into everything she does. She continues to make me want to do better and strive for excellence.”

View the Teacher of the Year Mass photo gallery by Kristina Sikora here.