NEW SENIOR EVENT AT PARADISE PARK!
A lock-in evening of fun and games for the Seniors only at Paradise Park in Novi on Saturday, November 6 from 10:30pm-1:30am. Cost is $30 per student and includes go karts, trampolines, arcade games, laser tag and more!
Reserve a spot by submitting permission slip found here and payment to the Reception Area by October 25. The Senior Moderators are looking forward to an awesome event.
GRADUATION JUNE 6, 2022
Save the date! We are excited to announce that the Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony will take place on Monday, June 6, 2022 at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre at Chene Park in Detroit. The arrival and ceremony time along with event details are forthcoming. We look forward to a beautiful Class of 2022 commencement on June 6th!
GRADUATION GOWN REQUIREMENTS
The Mercy High School graduation is a long-standing tradition and point of pride, as well as the formal culmination of your daughter’s Mercy education. We ask each graduate to wear a floor length white gown for this solemn occasion. For the dignity of the celebration, please keep in mind body type, comfort and modesty when selecting your gown.
Requirements for graduation attire:
- Dress must be white (not ivory, off white, etc. including trims)
- Dress may be sleeveless as long there are two straps at least two inches in width
- Dress may not be strapless, backless, heavily beaded, off the shoulders, one strap, mermaid or high/low style
- Dress may not show cleavage
- Dress may not have slits in the front, back or sides
- Dress may not have a train
- Avoid clingy or stretchy material
- White dress shoes are required (no sneakers, Birkenstocks, etc.)
- Graduates may not wear shawls, hats or other accessories
- Proper foundation garments are a must, long slips or extra lining is recommended (Please keep in mind that the venue lighting may make dresses see-through)
In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, every student must have her white graduation gown approved by Dr. Cheryl Kreger or her assistant, Mrs. Marlene Wojcik. You are welcome to bring your choice of dress to the Advancement Office for approval during the school day or you can send a picture of the front and back of the dress or a picture of you wearing the dress. Send pictures to cdkreger@mhsmi.org or mmwojcik@mhsmi.org. All seniors must have their dress approved by May 1, 2022.
Begin shopping for a gown immediately or buy the material and pattern to have it made. Please do not wait until April. You may consult the following website, UWDress.com and the following style numbers: D42268, D01073, D73928, D80685, D92678, D84888, D19673, D02487 and D23311 to show what types of gowns are appropriate. There is also a limited selection of donated gowns available in the Advancement Office.
These requirements assure that every graduate looks her best and the ceremony is dignified. The Administration and staff of Mercy High School look forward to a beautiful graduation ceremony with your assistance.
SIGN-UP FOR REMIND APP
Senior Moderators Ms. Harris & Mrs. Polan are using the Remind text notification system to send updates about important Class of 2022 information. Parents/Guardians may sign-up for notifications here: https://www.remind.com/join/ad8acf.
YEARBOOK SENIOR PHOTO AT PRESTIGE
In order to appear in the yearbook and class composite, seniors need to be photographed by Prestige by October 23. Here's the link to the Prestige locations. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Hallie Smith at hlsmith@mhsmi.org or 248-893-3579.
PARENT CONGRATULATORY YEARBOOK ADS
Offer congratulations and recognize your daughter's efforts by placing a student ad in the Yearbook! These full color ads can include both text and photo(s). This is a wonderful way to pay tribute to your senior daughter! You may design these ads yourself or through the yearbook publisher website at yearbookordercenter.com and use code 13826 or click here for order form. Ads due December 10, 2021.