MMA Weekly • December 6, 2020 The MMA Weekly covers important announcements, the school calendar, and other co-curricular updates.
The "photo of the week" is a Zoom background designed by Mr. Joe Malone.
For our remote learners (or anyone who is feeling festive throughout the holiday season), please click here and enjoy—especially on Red, Green, and Jingle Days. We will share a few festive Zoom backgrounds with students and staffulty via email later today!
Do you have a great photo that showcases a great "Merion moment"? If so, please email your photo to Kristina Cawley at kcawley@merion-mercy.com. Announcements Welcome Dominique Gwaltney Harris '09
Effective November 30, Dominique Gwaltney Harris '09 began her work in the Office of Student Life as the Director of Student Engagement. Dominique is excited about returning to Merion in this new role, and we couldn't be happier to welcome her!
Click here for the announcement that went out last week.
'Tis the Season: Red, Green, and Jingle Days
MMA's annual Red, Green, and Jingle Days will be held on Tuesday, December 8 for the Gold Cohort and Wednesday December 9 for the Blue Cohort. On students' in-person cohort days, they are invited to don holiday attire with their school uniform kilts.
Join Us for an Advent Retreat
Merion Mercy's Alumnae Association proudly presents an Advent Evening of Reflection: Keeping Hope Alive led by Sister Honora Nicholson, RSM.
This virtual event is open to all MMA constituents and will be held Wednesday, December 9 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Community Service Corps (CSC) Christmas Giving Program
In light of the limitations necessary for maintaining healthy communities, CSC's traditional Christmas gift drive, which MMA families and staff have supported for more than 20 years, will look different. We will continue to provide humble assistance to the individuals and families served by Mercy Neighborhood Ministries and to the residents of My Place Germantown. However, rather than fulfilling requests for specific gifts, we will provide gift cards that families and individuals can use to best meet their needs during this incredibly challenging time. We invite the MMA community to make the following donations:
Please tape the activation receipt to the gift card before dropping off.
Boxes will be set up in the school's front foyer and Lyceum this week.
There will also be drop boxes set up outside the school's front doors from 3-5 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday.
Image Explosion: Now Accepting Submissions Image Explosion submissions for the 2021 literary magazine are now open! Interested students can use this link or the button under "Student Resources" on MyMMA to submit writing, art, and photography for consideration. Feel free to join Image Explosion's Google Classroom using the code "p6ne6sa" for reminders about submission deadlines. Email Ms. Caitlin Mattera at cmattera@merion-mercy.com, Mrs. Katie Cho at kcho@merion-mercy.com, or student editors-in-chief Julia LaRosa at jlarosa21@merion-mercy.com and Anna O'Brien at aobrien21@merion-mercy.com with any questions. We look forward to reading and viewing students' work! Academics Schedule for the Week of December 7 Schedule for the Week of December 14
Semester One Classes: Collection of School-Owned Materials
Teachers will collect any school-owned materials that may have been given to students for semester one classes. We understand that due to exams, this may not be possible and that some books may not be able to be returned to the department until the new year. Development Show Your LOVE for MMA: Auction 2021
Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for the 44th annual Sip 'n Bid auction on February 6, 2021. This will be our first virtual auction and a night for you to show your LOVE for MMA!
Sip 'n Bid is the school's oldest and largest special event. Sip 'n Bid provides the funds necessary to support a variety of vital needs, including academic programs and enrichment opportunities for students.
Would you like to donate? Click here to view our Wish List.
Would you like to volunteer? Several volunteer opportunities are available! Please contact Rebecca Antczak at 215-530-3359 or rantczak@merion-mercy.com for more details. Spirit Shop Must-See New Items for Christmas
If you would like to take advantage of our drive-by pick-up option, please be sure to choose "pick up" at checkout. You may pick up on designated days any time between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. (You will be sent an email containing the number to call when you arrive.) Ministry Office Class of 2024 Retreat
The Class of 2024 will participate in their first Class Retreat on Friday, December 11 from 8:40 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Merion Mercy.
Please keep our freshmen in your prayers. We hope that this time together nurtures their spiritual development and their growth in the Mercy sisterhood. Recent News & Happenings Alumnae Board Career and Mentoring Committee Held a Lunch & Learn Focusing on Careers in STEM Students and Faculty Attend the Student Diversity Leadership Conference and the People of Color Conference |