National Latin Exam 2024 Accolades

Mercy students took the annual National Latin Exam with over 107,000 students from all 50 states and 26 foreign countries. We are pleased to announce awards for the following 16 Mercy students, who received national recognition for their outstanding performance in this academic competition. A very special congratulations to Chisom Nwoke '25, who earned a Gold Medal.  

Cum Laude

˚Gabby Backus '25

Haleigh Cameron '25

Lena LaJoy '24

Naomi Piasecki '24

 

Magna Cum Laude

*Lindsay Hermann '25

Class of 2024 Spring Signing College Bound Athletes

Congratulations to our Class of 2024 Spring signing college bound athletes! Check out photo gallery here. (Pictures by Kristina Sikora)

Luwam Abraha: Soccer - Union University

Abby Slankster: Golf - Duquesne University

Angie Butler: Volleyball - Hope College

Haley Lipscomb: Track - University of Detroit Mercy

HOSA State Medalists

Congratulations to all our amazing Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) members who showcased their talents and dedication at the States competition. And a special shout-out to those who secured top placements! Your achievements are a testament to your hard work, skill and commitment.

Prepared Speaking 1st place - Camilla Mendoza '26

Research Poster 3rd Place - Chandravadana Koneru '26

Barbara James Service Award (Bronze) - Chandravadana Koneru '26

Public Health 3rd Place - Abigail Bores '26 & Ava Eliya '26

2024-25 Class Officers

Congratulations to the newly elected Student Government Class Officers for the 2024-25 school year.

Class of 2025: Owynn Evans; Bradleigh Hill; Jenna Matigian; Sydney Meyer; Reese Sinawi

Class of 2026: Camilla Mendoza; Ava Eliya; Grace Kim; Layan Ayad

Class of 2027: Hope Carmona; Emme Evans; Katie Hastings; Ellie Jamieson; Elizabeth Stachelek

Basketball Season Awards 2023-24

Associated Press

Aizlyn Albanese - Division One All-State Second Team

Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM)

Team Awards:

Academic All-State (3.72 GPA)

Top Ten 3-Point Field Goals - 9th (32%)

Top Ten Free Throws - 1st (72%)

Individual Awards:

Top Ten Free Throws:

Aizlyn Albanese - 4th (89%)

Emily Walker - 6th (86%)

Team First Award:

Emily Walker

BCAM's Best (All-State):

Class of 2024 Valedictorian & Salutatorians

We are proud to congratulate the Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorians & Finalists. This distinction considers academic record, leadership, service and extracurricular involvement; as well as staff and Senior Class input. Hats off to these extraordinary young Mercy women who inspired and lifted our spirits with their innovative thinking, outstanding achievements and ambitious aspirations!

Valedictorian: Alexis Rounds

Copley Latin Day 2024 at University of Michigan

On April 10, nearly 50 Mercy Latin students attended the tenth annual Copley Latin Day at the University of Michigan. Students attended a college lecture on "Ancient Skies, Stellar Stories, Heavenly Mathematics" from Prof. Francesca Schironi, and they also analyzed ancient Roman papyrus in UM's Papyrology Lab, which is the largest papyrus collection in North America. Later in the afternoon, students attended several workshop sessions, where they:

2024 State Solo & Ensemble Vocal Competition

The Mercyaires received the highest rating of Excellent for State Solo and Ensemble Festival and earned a perfect score for their sight reading skills. In addition, Excellent ratings (blue medals) were earned by Erin Ikwechegh, Rebecca Morgan and Dorothy Propson. Good ratings (red medals) were earned by London Smith and Shaniel Smith. Great job, singers!

2024 Sutton Foster Award Nominees

Bravo to Bryce Costa '25 and Kierah Streather '24 who were both nominated as Outstanding Performer in a Lead Role for the Sutton Foster Awards for their performances in “Frozen”. These two stellar performers are eligible to attend an intensive workshop and audition weekend as well as a Showcase of talent at the Wharton Center in East Lansing. Additionally, they may be chosen to compete at the Jimmy Awards, also known as the National High School Music Theatre Awards in New York City. 

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