Source: The Detroit Free Press
Author: Patricia Montemurri
Oprah Winfrey has invited 222 seniors from Farmington Hills Mercy High School to attend her two-day “The Life You Want” extravaganza for free this weekend at the Palace of Auburn Hills.
Aug 20, 2014
Source: CBS Detroit
Author: Edward Cardenas
DETROIT (CBS Detroit) – Lisa Ludwinski has been baking since she was a child, making unique creations in professional kitchens and her own home.
Now, after winning the 2014 Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest presented by the Detroit Lions Wednesday, she will be able to bring her hand-made, seasonal pies and cookies to a larger audience through her bakery Sister Pie.
Aug 14, 2014
Source: Observer/Eccentric
Author: Dan O'Meara
Defending state champion Mercy High School got an early jump on the competition and the 2014 girls swim season Wednesday morning.
When the clock struck midnight, the Marlins hit the water at the earliest possible moment on the first official day of practice.
The event was meant to build team unity and an esprit de corps among the 60 athletes--more than a third of whom are freshmen.
Jul 17, 2014
Source: Observer/Eccentric
Author: Joanne Maliszewski
Mercy High School junior Emma Feeheley was crowned Miss Farmington 2014 during the annual pageant ceremony Wednesday night at the Civic Theater.
Sponsored by Heeney-Sundquist Funeral Home, Feeheley, 16, had little time to enjoy the honor as she is expected to be visible and working during the Farmington Founders Festival, during which she will be seen in the Saturday morning festival parade.
Feb 17, 2014
Source: MI Prep Zone
Author: Matthew B. Mowery
One coach gambled, and it resulted in a league title. One coach gambled, and it backfired.
Placed on the inbounder by her coach because of her long arms, Taylor Jones stole the ball with 4.2 seconds left in Sunday’s Catholic League A-B championship game, and swiped a CHSL title for the Farmington Hills Mercy Marlins.
Dec 29, 2013
Source: Detroit Free Press
Author: Joe Guillen / Eric Seals
While more and more schools throughout metro Detroit are using iPads in the classroom, Mercy High School in Farmington Hills has been recognized for its innovative adoption of the portable tablet.
The school’s pairing of two courses — speech and a digital art class — shows how the iPad is enhancing both of the traditional subjects at Mercy and giving students technology skills, said associate principal Laurence Baker.
Nov 11, 2013
Source: Mercy High School Press Release
Author: Mercy High School
Farmington Hills, MI - Mercy High School is pleased to announce that we have been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2013 to 2015 for our integration of technology across the curriculum and school life. The Apple Distinguished School designation is reserved for programs that meet criteria for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence, and demonstrate a clear and consistent vision of exemplary learning environments.
Oct 19, 2013
Source: Observer & Eccentric
Author: Dan O'Meara / John Stormzand
Jenna Reinhold’s 17th birthday was made extra special by what she and her Farmington Hills Mercy teammates accomplished Thursday on the volleyball court.
The senior rightside hitter was one of the team’s top performers as the Marlins staged an impressive come-from-behind victory over rival Birmingham Marian.
May 03, 2012
Source: Observer & Eccentric
Author: Dan O'Meara / John Stormzand
Mercy's 80-48 victory over host Birmingham Marian in girls track and field was largely due to its ability in the hurdles and distance races Tuesday.
The Marlins dominated those events in the Catholic League meet at Brother Rice High School and evened their dual record at 2-2.
Mar 31, 2012
Source: Observer & Eccentric
Author: Dan O'Meara / John Stormzand
Coach Butch Babler believes the Mercy High School soccer team has the potential to be much better offensively in 2011.
If that proves to be the case, the Marlins could have a very good year.
“For us this year, the key is I think we're actually going to score goals, which has always been a problem for us,” Babler said, adding the Mercy defense will be solid.