The Mercer Middle-High School Student Council conducted a Canned Food Drive from November 18th to December 14th.
A school-wide competition was held between all first period classes to bring in the most items. In addition, spectators of the Mercer Boys' Basketball game vs. Cochranton on December 14th were granted free admission if they brought in two canned goods.
As a result of this collected effort, the students at Mercer Middle-High School were able to donate 315 items to the local Salvation Army.
A special thanks to Mrs. Oates' first period class for collecting the most items. They received a complementary breakfast on December 17th as a result of their efforts.
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Student Artwork Entered Into Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Competition
Five Mercer students have been entered into the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Competition. Here are the students and their submitted pieces:
Ryan Hamilton (12th grade)
Rebecca Simcik (12th grade)
Jessica Cameron (10th grade)
Anna Brunson (10th grade)
Alyssa English (12th grade)
The hyperlink below will take you to the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards webpage.
http://www.artandwriting.org/
Ryan Hamilton (12th grade)
Rebecca Simcik (12th grade)
Jessica Cameron (10th grade)
Anna Brunson (10th grade)
Alyssa English (12th grade)
The hyperlink below will take you to the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards webpage.
http://www.artandwriting.org/
Speech Results - 41st Annual Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic Invitational
The Mercer Speech Team opened its 2015-16 season with the 41st Annual Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic Invitational. There were 318 speakers from 30 public and parochial schools in attendance. Eleven of Mercer's 33 team members won awards for their performances. Overall, the Mercer Speech program won 2nd place sweepstakes in the "large school" division. As a side note, Mercer Speech is in the "large school" division due to the large number of students involved with the program, even though Mercer has one of the smallest district enrollments of all schools involved.
Here are the individual results:
Duo Interpretation:
1st - Abby Grabigel and Brianna Jarrett
3rd- Maddie Rowe and Ryan Hamilton
Original Oratory:
2nd- Rachel Bish
3rd- Elizabeth Ludwig
4th- Emily Kirila
Humorous Interpretation:
2nd- Andrew Brinker
5th- Mason Borowicz
Dramatic Interpretation:
4th- Janalyn Miklas
Prose Interpretation:
5th- Evan Daugherty
The next event will be the Sterner Steel City Invitational at Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School on Saturday, December 19th.
Here are the individual results:
Duo Interpretation:
1st - Abby Grabigel and Brianna Jarrett
3rd- Maddie Rowe and Ryan Hamilton
Original Oratory:
2nd- Rachel Bish
3rd- Elizabeth Ludwig
4th- Emily Kirila
Humorous Interpretation:
2nd- Andrew Brinker
5th- Mason Borowicz
Dramatic Interpretation:
4th- Janalyn Miklas
Prose Interpretation:
5th- Evan Daugherty
The next event will be the Sterner Steel City Invitational at Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School on Saturday, December 19th.
Athletic Events Week of 12.14
The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of December 14th:
Monday:
Boys' Basketball vs. Cochranton @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Girls' Basketball @ Reynolds High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Tuesday:
Wrestling vs. Lakeview @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Wednesday:
MS Boys' Basketball @ Sharpsville (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball vs. Sharpsville @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Girls' Basketball @ Sharon High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Thursday:
Wrestling @ Sharpsville (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Friday:
MS Boys' Basketball @ Greenville (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball vs. Greenville @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Saturday:
Monday, December 7, 2015
Dates of Christmas Break
The Christmas break is quickly approaching. Here are a list important dates regarding school attendance.
Early Dismissal- Students dismissed at 1:15 p.m.
December 18th
No School
December 21st
December 22nd
December 23rd
December 24th
December 25th
December 28th
December 29th
December 30th
December 31st
January 1st
Early Dismissal- Students dismissed at 1:15 p.m.
December 18th
No School
December 21st
December 22nd
December 23rd
December 24th
December 25th
December 28th
December 29th
December 30th
December 31st
January 1st
Athletic Hall of Fame Inducting One Member from Class of 1983
On Wednesday, December 9th the Mercer Athletic Hall of Fame will welcome its newest member, Luther Phillips, class of 1983.
The ceremony will take place at halftime during the Mercer/Kennedy Catholic Boys' Basketball game. The varsity game begins at 7:30 p.m.
Please check this blog later in the week for a full biography on Mr. Luther Phillips.
The ceremony will take place at halftime during the Mercer/Kennedy Catholic Boys' Basketball game. The varsity game begins at 7:30 p.m.
Please check this blog later in the week for a full biography on Mr. Luther Phillips.
Impressive Robotics Performance at North Dakota State University
On Thursday, December 3rd-4th the Mercer Robotics program travelled to North Dakota State University to compete in the BEST Robotics Regional Competition. The team had advanced to the regional competition as a result of their strong performance at the Grove City College HUB a few months ago.
The Mercer Robotics team performed well, qualifying for the semifinal round. Out of 34 teams from across the nation, the Mercer team finished:
Congratulations to all students involved for their hard work and a special thank you to all volunteers who provided support and guidance for the students in preparation for the competition.
The Mercer Robotics team performed well, qualifying for the semifinal round. Out of 34 teams from across the nation, the Mercer team finished:
- 3rd place in Spirit
- 3rd place in Sportsmanship
- 8th place in Robot
Congratulations to all students involved for their hard work and a special thank you to all volunteers who provided support and guidance for the students in preparation for the competition.
Athletic Events Week of December 7th
The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of December 7th - December 12th:
Tuesday:
Girls' Basketball @ Rocky Grove (6:00 p.m.) (Varsity only)
Wednesday:
MS Boys' Basketball @ Kennedy Catholic (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Thursday:
Wrestling @ Slippery Rock (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Friday:
MS Boys' Basketball vs. Wilmington @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball @ Wilmington (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Saturday:
MS Wrestling @ Kevin Kubalic Tournament @ Mercer High School
Girls' Basketball @ Grove City (1:00 p.m./2:30 p.m.)
Tuesday:
Girls' Basketball @ Rocky Grove (6:00 p.m.) (Varsity only)
Wednesday:
MS Boys' Basketball @ Kennedy Catholic (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Thursday:
Wrestling @ Slippery Rock (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Friday:
MS Boys' Basketball vs. Wilmington @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball @ Wilmington (6:00 p.m./7:30 p.m.)
Saturday:
MS Wrestling @ Kevin Kubalic Tournament @ Mercer High School
Girls' Basketball @ Grove City (1:00 p.m./2:30 p.m.)
Saturday, December 5, 2015
Show Choir Travels Locally This Season
The Mercer Show Choir will be travelling around the region this holiday season. The Show Choir is advised by Mrs. Michalee Christy. The following students are members of this performance group:
Levi Bequeath
Andrew Boggs
Emily Bright
Anna Brunson
Iana Ellis
Leah Fuge
Eric Gawne
Paige Gressly
Ryan Hamilton
Kelly Jarrett
Nathan Knopp
Hannah McElrath
Liam McQuiston
Janalyn Miklas
David Miller
Michael Morneweck
Megan Parker
Grace Ruhlman
Garrett Shiemke
Kyle Wamboldt
Morgan Winland
Micah Wojnowski
The Show Choir will be performing at these venues during the month of December:
Countryside - December 1st
St. Mike's - December 3rd
Mercer High School; Breakfast with Santa - December 5th
Big Brothers Big Sisters - December 7th
Volant Lions Club - December 8th
Mercer Manor - December 9th
Mercer High School; Christmas Concert - December 13th
Mercer County Courthouse - December 14th
Avalon Springs - December 14th
Shenango Valley Mall - December 14th
Fredonia Lions Club - December 16th
Mercer VFW - December 19th
Levi Bequeath
Andrew Boggs
Emily Bright
Anna Brunson
Iana Ellis
Leah Fuge
Eric Gawne
Paige Gressly
Ryan Hamilton
Kelly Jarrett
Nathan Knopp
Hannah McElrath
Liam McQuiston
Janalyn Miklas
David Miller
Michael Morneweck
Megan Parker
Grace Ruhlman
Garrett Shiemke
Kyle Wamboldt
Morgan Winland
Micah Wojnowski
The Show Choir will be performing at these venues during the month of December:
Countryside - December 1st
St. Mike's - December 3rd
Mercer High School; Breakfast with Santa - December 5th
Big Brothers Big Sisters - December 7th
Volant Lions Club - December 8th
Mercer Manor - December 9th
Mercer High School; Christmas Concert - December 13th
Mercer County Courthouse - December 14th
Avalon Springs - December 14th
Shenango Valley Mall - December 14th
Fredonia Lions Club - December 16th
Mercer VFW - December 19th
Friday, December 4, 2015
Students of the Month---December
Each month the staff members at Mercer Middle-High School have the opportunity to submit the names of individuals that represent the following qualities to the highest degree: Honor, Excellence, Respect, and Determination. The following students have been selected to receive the Student of the Month Award for the month of December:
Ryanne Moore-Michaels (7th Grade)
Kieran Anderson (8th Grade)
Trumell Miller (8th Grade)
Ryanne Moore-Michaels (7th Grade)
Kieran Anderson (8th Grade)
Trumell Miller (8th Grade)
Congratulations to these students!
MCCC Students of the Quarter
The Mercer County Career Center selects Students of the Quarter from each of the different programs. There were multiple Mercer students who were recognized for their accomplishments at MCCC.
Allie Cameron (12th Grade)
Brandon Anderson (12th Grade)
Allie Cameron (12th Grade)
Josh Robertson (11th Grade)
Travis Duffield (12th Grade)
Welding
Congratulations to these students and thanks for being such great representatives of Mercer High School.
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Update from the Family Consumer Science Department
Mrs. Peggy Lengauer, from the Family Consumer Science Department has been incorporating different projects into her classes.
Students in 7th and 8th period are currently in the process of making hardtack candy. Once made, they will have these creations available for purchase. As a positive consequence, the second floor of the high school smells like a candy factory in the afternoon.
Students in the Families Today, Living Today (FTLT) class are wrapping up with a project on parenting responsibilities. Students of the class are required to carry around 5-lb flour bags in conjuction with researching different components of the birthing process and infancy. While students are working with the 'flour baby' component of the project, they must keep them on their person at all times, unless they are able to arrange a 'babysitter'. While this project cannot replicate the newborn experience, it does provide students with a brief glimpse of the responsibilies of parenthood.
Update from the Art Department
There are some new and exciting things that are happening in the Mercer Middle-High School Art Deparment and Ms. Stephanie Martin wanted to pass along the following information.
The Art Club, in conjunction with the French Club and Photography Club, will be travelling to New York City on June 9-12, 2016. There will be many fundraisers between now and then to help defer the cost of the trip to the students.
The Art Club, in conjunction with the French Club and Photography Club, will be travelling to the Cleveland Museum of Art on December 17th to see Claude Monet's Water Lillies. This is the first time in over 30 years that all three pieces of the Water Lillies have been in the same location at the same time.
Equus, an art and literary publication, will have a winter edition that will be created in January. Students of Mercer Middle-High School can submit photography, poetry, short stories, and art.
Please check back in the coming days to see photographs of art pieces that have been created this year by Mercer students.
Art Club Selling Christmas Ornaments
The Mercer Middle-High School Art Club is currently running a fundraiser that adds a personal touch and Mercer pride to the Christmas season.
Ms. Stephanie Martin and the members of the art club have created, glazed, and fired Christmas ornaments. These are all original pieces that are hand-crafted by the students themselves. Christmas decorations include: wreaths, reindeer, trains, snowflakes, bells, Christmas trees, stockings, mittens, candy canes, snowmen. There are also non-Christmas pieces that are available including: mustang 'M', horseshoe, football helmet, and a mustang.
Depending on the ornament, prices range from $3.00 to $6.00 per unit.
All proceeds benefit the students in Art Club. See a member of the Art Club or contact Ms. Martin for more details and placing an order.
Progress Reports En Route for Middle-High School Students
We have reached the halfway point during the 2nd marking period. As a result of this, the progress reports will be mailed later this week.
It is the policy of Mercer Middle-High School to provide parents/guardians with a progress report for each class that the student is currently receiving a D+ or less (69.5% and below). Progress reports will not be mailed home if the student is acheiving a C- or more (69.6% and above).
All parents/guardians have the opportunity to access their child's grade online. Contact the guidance office if you need an access code for your child.
News from the Chorus Department
There are many exciting things that are happening in the life of the Mercer Middle-High School Choral Department and Mrs. Michalee Christy wanted to share the good news with you all.
Students in the Guitar class are learning to play chords and using their new skills to play Christmas carols.
Students in the Theater Arts class have just wrapped up their first show, Fairy Tale Bits and Bytes, and are now in a unit focusing on plays and musicals. They are presenting their choice this week and next week will begin designing their set for this project in shadown boxes.
The vocal department will be presenting their December concert on Sunday, December 13th at 2:00 p.m. All groups will perform (Show Choir, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, and Middle School Chorus. There will be twenty songs performed, including: Text Me Merry Christmas, Gettin the Mood, Cool Yule, Carol of the Bells, Merry Christmas Mary, and The Hallelujah Chorus. Alumni and community members are encouraged to come and join in the singing of The Hallelujah Chorus. Music will be provided.
There were eighteen students that were selected to take part in Mercer County Chorus back on November 19th at Grove City High School. Mercer High School students that were selected were David Miller, Levi Bequeath, Ryan Hamilton, Kyle Wamboldt, Janalyn Miklas, Dannah Rutter, Hannah McElrath, Grace Ruhlman, and Morgan Winland. Mercer Middle School students that were selected were Isaiah Phillips, Garrison Lutch, Christopher Wilms, Darby Miller, Jenna Burkhart, Zaleigh King, Jenna Blaus, Mikayla Adams, and Brianna Oehlbeck
There are four Mercer High School students that have been selected to take part in District Chorus in February at Laurel High School. These students are Ryan Hamilton, Mike Morneweck, Leah Fuge, and Sarah Turton.
Student Council Hosting Canned Food Drive
The Mercer Middle-High School Student Council is currently hosting its annual Canned Food Drive to benefit local families in need during the holidays. The school continues to work in conjunction with the Salvation Army through Bethany Presbyterian Church. The drive will run until December 14th.
There is a competition between 1st period classes to see who can donate the most items. The 1st period class with the most collections will receive breakfast, courtesy of the Student Council.
Any donations from the community will be accepted if they are dropped off at the Mercer Middle-High School Greeter's Office.
There is a competition between 1st period classes to see who can donate the most items. The 1st period class with the most collections will receive breakfast, courtesy of the Student Council.
Any donations from the community will be accepted if they are dropped off at the Mercer Middle-High School Greeter's Office.
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Mercer Football Region All-Stars
Congratulations to the following Mercer Football Team members that have been recognized for their achievements during the Fall 2015 season:
Nate Cameron-
2nd Team Region 1 - Punter
Nate Cameron-
2nd Team Region 1 - Punter
Cross Country Region All-Stars
Congratulations to the following Cross Country Team members that have been recognized for their achievements during the Fall 2015 season:
Jaime Burdette-
1st Team Region 1
Justin Reno-
1st Team Region 1
Jaime Burdette-
1st Team Region 1
Justin Reno-
1st Team Region 1
Mercer Golf Team Region All-Stars
Congratulations to the Mercer Golf Team members that have been recognized for their achievements during the Fall 2015 season:
Mark Peters
All District 10 Team
1st Team Region 1
Mark Peters
All District 10 Team
1st Team Region 1
Boys' Soccer Region All-Stars
Congratulations to the following Boys' Soccer players that have been recognized for their achievements during the Fall 2015 season:
Tim Lang-
All-District 10 Team
Region 1 Player of the Year
1st Team Region 1
Spencer Ference-
1st Team Region 1
Brayden Ellis-
1st Team Region 1
Chris Micsky-
1st Team Region 1
Jacob Schmid-
1st Team Region 1
Zach Stanton-
1st Team Region 1
Alex VanWoert-
1st Team Region 1
Josh Wamboldt-
1st Team Region 1
Kyle Wamboldt-
1st Team Region 1
Alex Fortenberry-
2nd Team Region 1
Tim Lang-
All-District 10 Team
Region 1 Player of the Year
1st Team Region 1
Spencer Ference-
1st Team Region 1
Brayden Ellis-
1st Team Region 1
Chris Micsky-
1st Team Region 1
Jacob Schmid-
1st Team Region 1
Zach Stanton-
1st Team Region 1
Alex VanWoert-
1st Team Region 1
Josh Wamboldt-
1st Team Region 1
Kyle Wamboldt-
1st Team Region 1
Alex Fortenberry-
2nd Team Region 1
Girls' Soccer Region All-Stars
Congratulations to the following Mercer Girls' Soccer players that have been recognized for their achievements during the Fall 2015 season:
Aubrie Angermeier-
1st Team Region 1
Kaitlin Berger-
1st Team Region 1
Iana Ellis-
1st Team Region 1
Haylie Glass-
1st Team Region 1
Megan Lang-
1st Team Region 1
Samantha Carr-
2nd Team Region 1
Bethany Juergens-
2nd Team Region 1
Aubrie Angermeier-
1st Team Region 1
Kaitlin Berger-
1st Team Region 1
Iana Ellis-
1st Team Region 1
Haylie Glass-
1st Team Region 1
Megan Lang-
1st Team Region 1
Samantha Carr-
2nd Team Region 1
Bethany Juergens-
2nd Team Region 1
Volleyball Region Team All-Stars
Two Mercer Students Heading to Honors Band Festival
Two Mercer seniors, Jordyn Buchanan and Sami Metts, will be travelling to the PMEA Honors Band Festival at Westminster College on Thursday, December 3rd and Friday, December 4th.
This is a great honor for these talented musicians. We would like to extend our congratulations and wish them well at Honors Band.
This is a great honor for these talented musicians. We would like to extend our congratulations and wish them well at Honors Band.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Athletic Events Week of December 1st
The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of December 1st:
Tuesday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Wilmington @ Mercer Middle-High School Gymnasium (4:00 p.m.)
Meet the Mustangs @ Mercer Middle-High School Gym (8:00 p.m.)
Wednesday:
None
Thursday:
MS Girls' Basketball @ Hickory (4:00 p.m.)
Friday:
Girls' Basketball @ Julius McCoy Tip-Off Tournament (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball @ Mercer Tip-Off Tournament (7:30 p.m. vs. Northeast)
Saturday:
MS Boys' Basketball Tournament @ Elementary Gymnasium (TBD)
Girls' Basketball @ Julius McCoy Tip-Off Tournament (TBD)
Boys' Basketball @ Mercer Tip-Off Tournament (7:30 vs. Moniteau)
Tuesday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Wilmington @ Mercer Middle-High School Gymnasium (4:00 p.m.)
Meet the Mustangs @ Mercer Middle-High School Gym (8:00 p.m.)
Wednesday:
None
Thursday:
MS Girls' Basketball @ Hickory (4:00 p.m.)
Friday:
Girls' Basketball @ Julius McCoy Tip-Off Tournament (4:00 p.m.)
Boys' Basketball @ Mercer Tip-Off Tournament (7:30 p.m. vs. Northeast)
Saturday:
MS Boys' Basketball Tournament @ Elementary Gymnasium (TBD)
Girls' Basketball @ Julius McCoy Tip-Off Tournament (TBD)
Boys' Basketball @ Mercer Tip-Off Tournament (7:30 vs. Moniteau)
Robotics Team Travelling to North Dakota State
The Mercer Robotics Team will travel to North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND later this week to participate in the BEST Robotics National Competition.
Please check back for updates and photographs from the competition.
Please check back for updates and photographs from the competition.
Winter Meet the Mustaings---TONIGHT
Meet the Mustangs for the winter sports will be held on Tuesday, December 1st in the Mercer Middle-High School Gymnasium. The event will be held at 8:00 p.m.
The following organizations should be represented that evening: Middle School Cheerleaders, Varsity Cheerleaders, Independent Swimmers, Middle School Boys' Basketball, Varsity Boys' Basketball, Varsity Girls' Basketball, Middle School Wrestling Team, Varsity Wrestling Team.
Please come to show your support for these wonderful student athletes!
The following organizations should be represented that evening: Middle School Cheerleaders, Varsity Cheerleaders, Independent Swimmers, Middle School Boys' Basketball, Varsity Boys' Basketball, Varsity Girls' Basketball, Middle School Wrestling Team, Varsity Wrestling Team.
Please come to show your support for these wonderful student athletes!
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Happy Thanksgiving Break
On behalf of the faculty of Mercer Middle-High School, we would like to wish all students and their families a happy and healthy Thanksgiving break. Enjoy your few days off. Students, we will see you on Tuesday morning!
Monday, November 23, 2015
Athletic Events Week of November 23rd
The following Mercer Middle-High School athletic events will take place during the week of November 23rd:
Monday
Middle School Girls' Basketball vs. West Middlesex @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Tuesday:
Boys' Basketball vs. Keystone (scrimmage) @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m.)
Wednesday:
Middle School Girls' Basketball @ Kennedy Catholic (4:00 p.m.)
Saturday:
Girls' Basketball @ Shenango (scrimmage) (TBA)
Boys' Basketball @ Slippery Rock (scrimmage) (10:00 a.m.)
Monday
Middle School Girls' Basketball vs. West Middlesex @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Tuesday:
Boys' Basketball vs. Keystone (scrimmage) @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m.)
Wednesday:
Middle School Girls' Basketball @ Kennedy Catholic (4:00 p.m.)
Saturday:
Girls' Basketball @ Shenango (scrimmage) (TBA)
Boys' Basketball @ Slippery Rock (scrimmage) (10:00 a.m.)
Holiday Band Concert- Wednesday, December 2nd
The Holiday Band Concert will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd in the Mercer Middle-High School Cafeteria. The concert will take place at 8:00 p.m. and the public is welcome. There is no charge for attendees.
*Please note that this is a change in time from the original time of 7:00 p.m.
*Please note that this is a change in time from the original time of 7:00 p.m.
Middle-High School Hosts Canned Food Drive
The Mercer Middle-High School is conducting a Canned Food Drive from November 23rd to December 14th to benefit the Salvation Army. This is an annual tradition at Mercer Middle-High School. Last year, there were over 400 items collected and sent to local families in need.
As a way to entice the students to bring items, the drive has developed into a friendly competition. The 1st period class that collects the largest number of items will win a free breakfast feast, courtesy of the Mercer Middle-High School Student Councils.
Community donations will also be accepted at the Mercer Middle-High School Greeter's Office.
As a way to entice the students to bring items, the drive has developed into a friendly competition. The 1st period class that collects the largest number of items will win a free breakfast feast, courtesy of the Mercer Middle-High School Student Councils.
Community donations will also be accepted at the Mercer Middle-High School Greeter's Office.
December School Board Meeting- December 7th
The Mercer Area School Board of Directors will hold their December Reorganization Meeting on Monday, December 7th in the Mercer Middle-High School Library.
Winter Meet the Mustangs--Tuesday, December 1st
Meet the Mustangs for the winter sports will be held on Tuesday, December 1st in the Mercer Middle-High School Gymnasium. The event will be held at 8:00 p.m.
The following organizations should be represented that evening: Middle School Cheerleaders, Varsity Cheerleaders, Independent Swimmers, Middle School Boys' Basketball, Varsity Boys' Basketball, Varsity Girls' Basketball, Middle School Wrestling Team, Varsity Wrestling Team.
Please come to show your support for these wonderful student athletes!
The following organizations should be represented that evening: Middle School Cheerleaders, Varsity Cheerleaders, Independent Swimmers, Middle School Boys' Basketball, Varsity Boys' Basketball, Varsity Girls' Basketball, Middle School Wrestling Team, Varsity Wrestling Team.
Please come to show your support for these wonderful student athletes!
Two Mercer Juniors Accepted into National Technical Honor Society
Kaitlin Berger and Kayla McCullough were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society at the Mercer County Career Center on Wednesday, November 18th. These two young ladies were part of a small group of only 15 students from all schools within Mercer County.
Congratulations to Kaitlin and Kayla.
Congratulations to Kaitlin and Kayla.
Monday, November 16, 2015
Culinary Students Travelled to Cleveland for Food Network Show
A handful of Mercer High School students travelled to Cleveland, OH on Friday, November 13 to visit the Food Networks Fabulous Food Show. The event was held at the IX Center.
Headlining the event was local chef and famed television personality, Michael Symon. He performed cooking demonstrations in front of the large crowd, which contained five members of Mrs. Peggy Lengauer's Culinary Arts class.
Visit the hyperlink below to read an article about the show. At the bottom of the article, you will see reference to Mrs. Lengauer, and quotes from seniors Megan Lang and Natalie Titus.
Headlining the event was local chef and famed television personality, Michael Symon. He performed cooking demonstrations in front of the large crowd, which contained five members of Mrs. Peggy Lengauer's Culinary Arts class.
Visit the hyperlink below to read an article about the show. At the bottom of the article, you will see reference to Mrs. Lengauer, and quotes from seniors Megan Lang and Natalie Titus.
Breakfast With Santa
The Mercer Show Choir is hosting the annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 5th at 9:00 a.m. in the Mercer Middle-High School Cafeteria.
Tickets may be purchased for children up through 6th grade for $6.00. Adult tickets cost $8.00. The tickets include: Buffet Breakfast, Show Choir Performance, Pictures with Santa, and Goody Bag for Each Child (provided by the Optimist Club).
If you are interested, please make your reservations with Mrs. Michalee Christy by November 23rd. You may email her at mchristy@mercer.k12.pa.us.
Tickets may be purchased for children up through 6th grade for $6.00. Adult tickets cost $8.00. The tickets include: Buffet Breakfast, Show Choir Performance, Pictures with Santa, and Goody Bag for Each Child (provided by the Optimist Club).
If you are interested, please make your reservations with Mrs. Michalee Christy by November 23rd. You may email her at mchristy@mercer.k12.pa.us.
Upcoming Dates for Thanksgiving Break
Mercer Middle-High School will operate on an early dismissal schedule on Wednesday, November 25th. Students will be dismissed at 1:15 p.m.
There will be no school on Thursday (11/26), Friday (11/27), and Monday (11/30).
There will be no school on Thursday (11/26), Friday (11/27), and Monday (11/30).
Athletic Events Week of November 16th
The following Mercer Middle-High School athletic events will take place during the week of November 16th:
Monday:
1st Day of Practice for all Winter Sports
Tuesday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Hickory @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Thursday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Sharpsville @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Monday:
1st Day of Practice for all Winter Sports
Tuesday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Hickory @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Thursday:
MS Girls' Basketball vs. Sharpsville @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Saturday, November 14, 2015
November School Board Meeting Held on Monday, November 16th
The November School Board of Directors meeting will be held on Monday, November 16th in the Mercer Middle-High School Library. The public meeting will begin at 8:00 p.m.
Darby Miller and Bryanna Fedorchak Recognized
Two Mercer students have received the PRIDE Award for the month of November. The PRIDE Award is an acronym for Peer Recognition in Displaying Excellence.
This is a unique award to the Mercer Middle-High School. While the Student of the Month is a teacher-driven nomination model, the PRIDE Award puts the power into the hands of the students. Any student in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to submit a PRIDE nomination form if they would like to anonymously recognize other students around the school. Students may be nominated for their performance within five categories (academics, athletics, behavior, attitude, leadership).
Darby Miller is an 8th grade student at Mercer Middle School. Her anonymous nomination form stated, "Academically, Darby shoots for the stars. She took English 8 over the summer and is now taking CP English 9 as an eighth grader. Athletically, Darby is a beast. Whether it’s soccer, basketball, or track, Darby will find her own way to dominate the field/court/track. She shows behavior that I wish rubbed off on other students. Darby’s attitude is spunky and is she is determined. She shows her attitude by working hard to get good grades. Darby shows leadership. Darby is the president of NJHS and Student Council. She is the perfect candidate for this award."
Bryanna Fedorchak is an 11th grade student at Mercer High School. Her anonymous nomination form stated, "She tries her hardest and puts all of her heart in the game. Many girls, including me, look up to her."
This is a unique award to the Mercer Middle-High School. While the Student of the Month is a teacher-driven nomination model, the PRIDE Award puts the power into the hands of the students. Any student in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to submit a PRIDE nomination form if they would like to anonymously recognize other students around the school. Students may be nominated for their performance within five categories (academics, athletics, behavior, attitude, leadership).
Darby Miller is an 8th grade student at Mercer Middle School. Her anonymous nomination form stated, "Academically, Darby shoots for the stars. She took English 8 over the summer and is now taking CP English 9 as an eighth grader. Athletically, Darby is a beast. Whether it’s soccer, basketball, or track, Darby will find her own way to dominate the field/court/track. She shows behavior that I wish rubbed off on other students. Darby’s attitude is spunky and is she is determined. She shows her attitude by working hard to get good grades. Darby shows leadership. Darby is the president of NJHS and Student Council. She is the perfect candidate for this award."
Mrs. Cindy Gilmore Selected for Educator Award
Mrs. Cindy Gilmore (math department) has been selected as the recipient of the Mercer Middle-High School HOPE Award. The HOPE Award is an acronym for Honoring Outstanding Professional Educators.
Students in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to nominate a Mercer staff member that has had a positive influence on their lives. Current teachers, elementary teachers, retired teachers, high school staff members, coaches, aides, or advisors may be nominated for this award. This provides students with an opportunity to show their appreciation for those adults who have made a positive impact on their lives.
Mrs. Gilmore was nominated by eleventh grade student, Elizabeth Ludwig. In her nomination, Elizabeth wrote, "Mrs. Gilmore has taken the time to help me each morning in a class that she doesn’t even currently teach. She has helped me more than I can fully appreciate and has demonstrated what an amazing educator and role model is. I will always be grateful to her for her constant support and guidance."
Congratulations to Mrs. Gilmore!
Students in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to nominate a Mercer staff member that has had a positive influence on their lives. Current teachers, elementary teachers, retired teachers, high school staff members, coaches, aides, or advisors may be nominated for this award. This provides students with an opportunity to show their appreciation for those adults who have made a positive impact on their lives.
Mrs. Gilmore was nominated by eleventh grade student, Elizabeth Ludwig. In her nomination, Elizabeth wrote, "Mrs. Gilmore has taken the time to help me each morning in a class that she doesn’t even currently teach. She has helped me more than I can fully appreciate and has demonstrated what an amazing educator and role model is. I will always be grateful to her for her constant support and guidance."
Congratulations to Mrs. Gilmore!
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Athletic Events Week of 11/9/15
The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of November 9th:
Monday
MS Girls Basketball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
MS Football vs. West Middlesex @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m.)
Tuesday
None
Wednesday
MS Girls Basketball @ Wilmington (4:00 p.m.)
Thursday
None
Friday
MS Girls Basketball vs. Neshannock @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Saturday
MS Girls' Basketball @ Mohawk (10:00 a.m.)
Monday
MS Girls Basketball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
MS Football vs. West Middlesex @ Mercer High School (6:00 p.m.)
Tuesday
None
Wednesday
MS Girls Basketball @ Wilmington (4:00 p.m.)
Thursday
None
Friday
MS Girls Basketball vs. Neshannock @ Mercer High School (4:00 p.m.)
Saturday
MS Girls' Basketball @ Mohawk (10:00 a.m.)
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Fall 2015 Postseason Wrap-Up
Over the past week, the Mercer Mustangs travelled across the region to compete in the District 10 Playoffs.
We would like to congratulate all student athletes. We would also like to send a big thank you to all student and family supporters who have made this a successful season.
Saturday, October 31st
Mercer Volleyball defeated Union City in the first round of the District 10 Playoffs
Justin Reno placed 11th in the District 10 Championships to advance to state competition
Monday, November 2nd
Girls' Soccer defeated Seneca HS in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Tuesday, November 3rd
Mercer Volleyball suffered loss to Cambridge Springs in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Boys' Soccer defeated North East in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Wednesday, November 4th
Girls' Soccer suffered loss to Fairview in the District 10 Semifinals
Thursday, November 5th
Boys' Soccer suffered loss to Fairview in the District 10 Semifinals
Saturday, November 7th
Justin Reno placed 128th in the PIAA Cross Country Championship Meet
We would like to congratulate all student athletes. We would also like to send a big thank you to all student and family supporters who have made this a successful season.
Saturday, October 31st
Mercer Volleyball defeated Union City in the first round of the District 10 Playoffs
Justin Reno placed 11th in the District 10 Championships to advance to state competition
Monday, November 2nd
Girls' Soccer defeated Seneca HS in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Tuesday, November 3rd
Mercer Volleyball suffered loss to Cambridge Springs in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Boys' Soccer defeated North East in the District 10 Quarterfinals
Wednesday, November 4th
Girls' Soccer suffered loss to Fairview in the District 10 Semifinals
Thursday, November 5th
Boys' Soccer suffered loss to Fairview in the District 10 Semifinals
Saturday, November 7th
Justin Reno placed 128th in the PIAA Cross Country Championship Meet
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Students of the Month- November
Each month the staff members at Mercer Middle-High School have the opportunity to submit the names of individuals that represent the following qualities to the highest degree: Honor, Excellence, Respect, and Determination. The following students have been selected to receive the Student of the Month Award for the month of November:
Rebecca Feilke (7th Grade)
PJ Boggs (8th Grade)
Kayla Glaser (8th Grade)
Robert Bennett (9th Grade)
Keith Minner (9th Grade)
Rachel Mays (9th Grade)
Grace Haggard (10th Grade)
Congratulations to all of these students!
Rebecca Feilke (7th Grade)
PJ Boggs (8th Grade)
Kayla Glaser (8th Grade)
Robert Bennett (9th Grade)
Keith Minner (9th Grade)
Rachel Mays (9th Grade)
Grace Haggard (10th Grade)
Congratulations to all of these students!
Girls' Soccer To Face Fairview
The Girls' Soccer team defeated Seneca in the first round of the District 10 A Playoffs on Monday night.
The Mercer Girls' Soccer Team will face Fairview High School in the "Round of Eight". The game will be played at 4:00 p.m. at Erie Veterans Stadium.
The Mercer Girls' Soccer Team will face Fairview High School in the "Round of Eight". The game will be played at 4:00 p.m. at Erie Veterans Stadium.
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