Student Council Hosting Middle and High School Trivia Bowl

Student Council will be hosting the 1st Annual Mercer Middle-High School Trivia Bowl. Student teams will compete against each other to see who has a better grasp of random trivia. This event was developed in large part due to the widespread success of mobile games Trivia Crack and Quiz Up. This competition will feature questions from a breadth of miscellaneous topics. The winning team will receive a trophy.

The Middle School Tournament will be held on Monday, April 4th at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. Students in grades 7 and 8 have the opportunity to sign up as a team of three to participate in this trivia contest. There are no entrance fees or spectator fees for this event. Interested students must sign up on the Student Activities Bulletin Board by April 1st.

The High School Tournament will be held on Tuesday, April 5th at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. Students in grades 9 through 12 have the opportunity to sign up as a team of three to participate in this trivia contest. There are no entrance fees or spectator fees for the event. Interested students must sign up on the Student Activities Bulletin Board by April 1st.

As a means of promoting this event, students in Mrs. Stemen's Journalism class have created a short video. You can access this YouTube video by clicking on the hyperlink below:
https://youtu.be/Ev7_39IBgBc

More Mercer Student Artwork To Be Published

The artistic creations of two more Mercer Middle-High School students will be published in an art magazine for CelebratingArt.com.

There are more art pieces that have been submitted, but are yet to be judged.

Here are pictures of the two newest student creations:

Darby Miller (8th Grade)

Ryan Hamilton (12th Grade)

Students of the Month --- April 2016

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 April:

Makayla Allen (7th Grade)

Margie Cameron (10th Grade)











Kayleigh Rickard (9th Grade)

March 28th Baseball Game CANCELLED

Due to inclement weather, the JV/Varsity Baseball game versus Cambridge Springs has been CANCELLED.

The make-up game versus Cambridge Springs will be held on Thursday, March 31st at Brandy Springs Park with a 4:00 p.m. start time.

Mercer Wrestlers Heading to Virginia Beach

Members of the Mercer Middle School and Mercer High School Wrestling Team will be traveling to Virginia Beach, VA to compete in the National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA) National Wrestling Championships from April 1st- April 3rd.

The following wrestlers will be attending:

7th Grade:
Aidan Bright
Carson Filer
Harrison Murray

8th Grade:
Alex Chess

10th Grade:
Bobby Gregory
Will Chess

11th Grade:
Brad Filer
Eric Gawne
Nate Hinkson
Noah McLaughlin
Zach King

Athletic Events Week of March 28th

The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of March 28th:

Monday:
None

Tuesday:
MS Volleyball vs. Commodore Perry @ Mercer High School Gym (4:00 p.m.)

Wednesday:
JV/Varsity Baseball vs. Maplewood @ Brandy Springs Park (4:00 p.m.)
JV/Varsity Softball @ Cochranton (4:00 p.m.)
Varsity Track and Field vs. Greenville @ Mercer High School Stadium (4:00 p.m.)

Thursday:
JV/Varsity Softball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Brandy Springs Park (4:00 p.m.)
MS Volleyball vs. Reynolds @ Mercer High School Gym (4:00 p.m.)
JV/Varsity Baseball vs. Cambridge Springs @ Brandy Springs Park (4:00 p.m.) Make-Up From March 28th

Friday:
None

Saturday:
JV/Varsity Baseball @ Wilmington (12:00 p.m.)

Artistic Works of Mercer Students To Be Published

The artistic creations of five Mercer High School students will be published in an art magazine for CelebratingArt.com.

There are more art pieces that have been submitted, but are yet to be judged.

As of today the following students will be published:

Ashley Shoemaker (10th grade)

Avery Hoover (11th grade)

Annie Miller (10th grade)

Anna Brunson (10th grade)

Abby Grabigel (11th grade)

Congratulations to these young artists!

Athletic Events Week of March 21st

The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of March 21st:

Monday:
JV/Varsity Softball vs. Girard (Scrimmage) @ Brandy Springs Park (4:00 p.m.)

Tuesday:
MS Volleyball vs. Kennedy Catholic @ Mercer High School Gym (4:00 p.m.)

Wednesday:
None

Thursday:
JV/Varsity Baseball vs. Grove City @ Brandy Springs Park (4:00 p.m.)
MS Volleyball vs. Lakeview @ Mercer High School Gym (4:00 p.m.)

Friday:
None

March School Board Meeting Tonight

The Mercer Area School Board of Directors will hold their monthly meeting TONIGHT (3/21)  at 8:00 p.m. in the Mercer High School Library.

NJHS Hosting Middle School Dance

The Mercer National Junior Honor Society is hosting a dance for students in 7th, 8th, and 9th grade on Saturday, April 9th from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.

The theme of the dance is 'Heroes vs. Villains'. The attire is casual or dressing as your favorite superhero or supervillain.

The cost is $6.00 pre-sale or $7.00 at the door.

Keiran Anderson Claims First Place at Tri-Bowl State Tournament

On February 29th and March 7th, three Mercer students participated in the Tri-Bowl Academic Games Competition at Grove City College. This competition is part of the Academic Games Leagues of America.

The results from the competition have been released. Eighth grade student Keiran Anderson earned 1st place overall in the Presidents competition at the Tri-Bowl Competition.

Athletic Events Week of March 14th

The following Mercer athletic events will take place during the week of March 14th:

Tuesday:
MS Volleyball vs. Farrell @ Mercer High School Gymnasium (4:00 p.m.)

Thursday:
MS Volleyball @ Jamestown (4:00 p.m.)
JV/Varsity Baseball on South Carolina Trip

Friday:
JV/Varsity Baseball on South Carolina Trip

Saturday:
JV/Varsity Baseball on South Carolina Trip

Sweet Sounds Recital To Be Held March 17th

The Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble will present their Sweet Sounds Recital on Thursday, March 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Mercer Middle-High School Cafeteria.

Speech Results From N.S.D.A National Qualifier

On Saturday, March 12th the Mercer Speech Team traveled to North Allegheny High School to compete in the NSDA Pittsburgh District National Qualifying Tournament. Ten Mercer speakers advanced to the final round in their respective categories. Three Mercer speakers have qualified for the National Speech and Debate Association National Tournament, to be held from June 12-17 in Salt Lake City, Utah. These three qualifiers were presented with gold trophies and national qualifier plaques.

In the category of humorous interpretation, sophomore Andrew Brinker earned 1st place honors. This marks the first time since 2011 that a Mercer competitor in the HI category earned the top spot in qualifiers.

In the category of duo interpretation, senior Ryan Hamilton and sophomore Maddie Rowe became the 11th duo team in Mercer history to represent the Pittsburgh district at NSDA nationals. This is the second time in as many years that Ryan has qualified for the NSDA national tournament. This team won their duo interpretation category by a 2-point margin.

Other Mercer speakers were also recognized for their performance during the qualifier:

Mason Borowicz placed 3rd overall in humorous interpretation, making him an alternate for the national tournament.

Janalyn Miklas placed 4th overall in dramatic interpretation.

Abby Grabigel and Brianna Jarrett placed 4th overall in duo interpretation.

Emily Kirila placed 5th overall in original oratory.

Cole McDuffie placed 5th overall in informative speaking

Sarah Turton placed 6th overall in oral interpretation

High School Students Show Their Talent

Last night (Thursday, March 10th) the Chamber Choir of Mercer High School presented the annual Mercer High School Talent Show in the high school auditorium. Twelve student acts performed in front of a large crowd. Here is a glimpse of the talent on display:

Painting:
Sean Strain

Instrument with Singing:
David Miller and Micah Wojnowski
Janalyn Miklas, Grace Ruhlman, Bobby Rickard, and Nathan Knopp

Instrument by Itself:
Kyle Wamboldt
Meaghan Hazelet
Bobby Rickard

Singing by Itself:
Janalyn Miklas and Andrew Boggs
Emily Bright and Sarah Turton
Megan Parker
Kayla Eves
Cast of Seussical

Dramatic Performance:
Maddie Rowe and Ryan Hamilton

Ten Mercer Juniors Heading to Rotary International Ethics Symposium

On Wednesday, March 22nd, ten Mercer High School juniors will travel to Grove City College to attend a one-day ethics symposium, hosted by the Rotary of Grove City. This will be the second year for this event. The participants will take part in various sessions throughout the day with over 300 other local students in the surrounding area.

The following Mercer High School students will be attending the 2nd Annual Rotary Club of Grove City Ethics Symposium: Abby Grabigel, Alex VanWoert, Brittany Watson, Grace Ruhlman, Jaime Burdette, Jon-Carl Hostetler, Kaitlin Berger, Kate Timashenka, Matt Mathias, and Megan Parker.

Mercer Baseball Team Heading to South Carolina

The Mercer High School Baseball Team will be travelling to Myrtle Beach, SC to attend a baseball camp from Thursday, March 17th to Monday, March 21st. The baseball team will have an opportunity to play multiple games against teams from across the country. This world-class facility is known as The Ripken Experience, which was created by legendary baseball player Cal Ripken Jr.

10th Grade Students Heading to Business and Industry Fair

Tenth grade students from Mercer High School will attend the Business and Industry Fair at the Park Inn by Radisson, in Hermitage, on Thursday, March 10th.

This will be the third consecutive year that Mercer High School is sending students to experience the Business and Industry Fair. Students participate in a multitude of activities throughout the day including: listening to a motivational speaker, talking with business leaders from the area, and participating in career-oriented games.

Students of the Month - March 2016

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 March:

Tiarra McNeish (10th Grade)

Brandon Anderson (12th Grade)

 

 

Congratulations to the Students of the Month! 

High School Talent Show To Be Held March 10th

High school students will showcase their talents to the public on Thursday, March 10th. The middle school event, featuring students in 7th and 8th grade, took place just two weeks ago. The talent show will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held in the Mercer Middle-High School Auditorium.

Spring Sports Begins TODAY

Spring sports officially commenced on Monday, March 7th. Today marked the first day that schools across the commonwealth were permitted to hold mandatory practice.

Good luck to the Baseball, Softball, and Track & Field sports as they begin their 2016 season.

Speech Results from CFL National Qualifier Tournament

The Mercer Speech Team traveled to Gannon University on Saturday, March 5th to compete in the Erie Catholic Forensic League National Qualifying Tournament. Students that placed in the Top Three in each respective category qualified for the Catholic Forensic League's 64th Grand National Tournament, to be held Memorial Day weekend in Sacramento, California. This was a very successful weekend for the Mercer Speech program, with 10 students qualifying for the national tournament. Here are the results:

Oral Interpretation:
1st- Evan Daugherty
2nd- Sarah Turton

Duo Interpretation:
1st- Ryan Hamilton and Maddie Rowe

Declamation:
1st- Matthew Hoge
3rd- Jocelyn Brown

Humorous Interpretation:
3rd- Andrew Brinker

Original Oratory:
1st- Rachel Bish

Extemporaneous Speaking:
2nd- Mary Hogue
3rd- Rose Gigliotti

Two Mercer speakers were recognized as alternates to the CFL National Tournament
Janalyn Miklas in dramatic performance
Caleb Miklas in oral interpretation

Life Skills Classroom Preparing for Community Easter Egg Hunt

Ms. Hutcheson and her Life Skills classroom have been busy stuffing Easter Eggs for the Mercer Community Easter Egg Hunt. The students have organized stickers, candy, and toys to fill each egg. This year the students have successfully prepared 2,400 Easter eggs.