Learning to Lead

“Mercy women know how to lead by example for those who follow or those who have lost their way. Being a woman of Mercy is about how you carry yourself and act when no one is looking.” - Mercy Student

Mercy High School prepares women to be leaders - leaders in the classroom, in campus ministry, on the athletic fields, in community service, and in their class, club and school activities. Each summer, members of the new senior class are invited to participate in Go The Mile, an overnight experience designed to prepare them to be the leaders in their school. During Go The Mile, the seniors write the mission statement that will guide them as leaders during the coming school year.

Student Leaders' Mission Statement

As the Class of 2012 we will dedicate ourselves to encourage every member of the community to join in the Spirit of Mercy. We will recognize the strength and leadership of women. We will do our best to promote the individuality of others as we encourage them to express themselves in their own way. Mercy will continue to be a comfortable, welcoming environment focused on respecting the dignity of every person. We will push each other to go the extra mile and follow in the footsteps of Catherine McAuley. The backgrounds of our Catholic teachings inspire us to dedicate time and service to bettering the global community. We, as the Class of 2012, will leave an imprint and pass on a legacy for all future classes to follow.

Student Leadership Organizations

National Honor Society

The National Honor Society recognizes superior scholarship, outstanding service, leadership and character in Mercy juniors and seniors. The McAuley chapter of the National Honor Society sponsors service projects for Mercy High School and the community. Members sponsor the Souper Bowl Food Drive and Red Cross Blood Drive, tutor other students at Mercy and in community centers, and collect gifts for social service agencies at Christmas and Easter.

National Honor Society Officers 2011–2012

  • President – Brianna McClelland
  • Vice President (Committees) – Catherine Perrotti
  • Vice President (Tutoring) – Angela Pollard
  • Secretary –Catherine Oidtman
  • Treasurer – Tara Palnitkar
  • Moderator:  Mrs. Daniela Esposito

Spanish Honor Society

  • President – Aubrey Yandow
  • Vice President – Kathleen Darling
  • Secretary – Catherine Perrotti
  • Treasurer – Jennifer Faenza
  • Moderator:  Mrs. Patricia LaBella

Peer Ministry

Peer Ministry is a year-long experience for seniors designed to build Christian leadership skills and enhance their personal and spiritual awareness. Peer Ministry provides Mercy with a team of spiritual leaders able to minister in the areas of liturgy, prayer, liturgical services, retreats, and in all other areas of spiritual need at Mercy. Peer Ministers are also expected to be of service in their own parishes and outside the Mercy community.

  • Moderator: Ms. Ann Derbacher, Campus Minister

Student Activities Council

The Mercy High School Student Activities Council promotes school spirit through fun activities such as Spirit Days, Cake Auction, Walkathon, Talent Show, and dances with Xavier High School. They also plan the Father/Daughter Dance and the Mother/Daughter Mass and Brunch. Students enjoy all-school activities and also build their own class spirit through friendly competitions!

Student Council Officers 2011–2012

  • President – Kristen Perrelli
  • Vice President – Maria Malafronte
  • Secretary – Sarah Bower
  • Treasurer – Claire Kimball
  • Moderator:  Ms. Anne Drewry

Class Executive Boards

Each year, classes elect the students who will serve as their leaders in planning and carrying out events. Members serve on Class Executive Boards, where they learn how to coordinate their responsibilities, represent the needs of their classmates, and work as a leadership team.

Class of 2012 – Senior Class Executive Board

  • Shannon Egan, Sarah Garvey, Bethany Mallick, Joelle Pisani, Rachel Woods
  • Moderators:  Mrs. Lori Flynn, Mrs. Diane Santostefano

Class of 2013 – Junior Class Executive Board

  • Kathryn Bauer, Danielle Carta, Jane Landy, Erica Naumann, Kelsey Pietruska
  • Moderators:  Ms. Gianna Iannucci, Ms. Sanchita Maitra

Class of 2014 – Sophomore Class Executive Board

  • Molly Breen, Alyssa Case, Stephanie Case, Olivia Fiasconaro, Christy Parmenter
  • Moderators:  Mrs. Daria Fitzgerald, Mrs. Meg Malafronte