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 PlayoffsJustin 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 QuarterfinalsTuesday, 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.
Monday, November 2, 2015
Girls Soccer Advances
The Mercer Girls' Soccer Team defeated Seneca 2-0 on Monday night in the District 10 A Quarterfinal matchup.
Athletic Events Week of November 2nd
The following Mercer Middle-High School athletic events will take place during the week of 11.2.15 - 11.7.15:
Monday
JV Football @ Farrell (5:00 p.m.)
Girls' Soccer vs. Seneca @ Franklin High School (4:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Tuesday
Middle School Girls' Basketball @ Neshannock (4:15 p.m.)
Volleyball vs. Cambridge Springs @ Meadville HS (6:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Boys' Soccer vs. North Each @ Meadville HS (6:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Wednesday
Thursday
Middle School Girls Basketball @ Sharpsville (4:00 p.m.)
Middle School Football @ Farrell (5:00 p.m.)
Friday
Football vs. Brockway @ Mercer High School Stadium (7:00 p.m.) (Senior Recognition)
Saturday
Cross Country PIAA State Championships @ Hershey
Check future posts to keep track of upcoming District 10 playoff games.
Monday
JV Football @ Farrell (5:00 p.m.)
Girls' Soccer vs. Seneca @ Franklin High School (4:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Tuesday
Middle School Girls' Basketball @ Neshannock (4:15 p.m.)
Volleyball vs. Cambridge Springs @ Meadville HS (6:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Boys' Soccer vs. North Each @ Meadville HS (6:00 p.m.) (District 10 A Quarterfinals)
Wednesday
Thursday
Middle School Girls Basketball @ Sharpsville (4:00 p.m.)
Middle School Football @ Farrell (5:00 p.m.)
Friday
Football vs. Brockway @ Mercer High School Stadium (7:00 p.m.) (Senior Recognition)
Saturday
Cross Country PIAA State Championships @ Hershey
Check future posts to keep track of upcoming District 10 playoff games.
8th Graders Travelling to Career Awareness Fair
The Eighth Grade students at Mercer Middle School will be participating in the Career Awareness Fair on Tuesday, November 24th. This will be the third consecutive year that Mercer Middle School will be involved in this project. The program is held at the Hickory VFW.
Representatives from Laurel Technical Institute coordinate this event between Mercer County schools and local businesses. Students will have an opportunity to interact with professionals from a wide range of industries.
Representatives from Laurel Technical Institute coordinate this event between Mercer County schools and local businesses. Students will have an opportunity to interact with professionals from a wide range of industries.
Mercer Indoor Band Show Takes Place Tonight
The Indoor Marching Band Show will take place this evening (November 2nd) at 7:00 p.m. in the Mercer Middle-High School Gymnasium.
Volleyball Team Faces Cambridge Springs in Quarterfinals
With a win against Union City on Saturday, October 31st, the Lady Ms Volleyball Team advances to the District 10 A Quarterfinals.
The Lady Ms will travel to Meadville High School on Tuesday, November 3rd to face the Cambridge Springs Volleyball Team. The match will begin at 6:00 p.m.
The Lady Ms will travel to Meadville High School on Tuesday, November 3rd to face the Cambridge Springs Volleyball Team. The match will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Boys' Soccer Meets North East in Quarterfinals
The Mercer Boys' Soccer Team will face North East in the District 10 A Quarterfinals on Tuesday, November 3rd.
The match will be held at 6:00 p.m. at a neutral site, Meadville High School.
The match will be held at 6:00 p.m. at a neutral site, Meadville High School.
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