What Educational Courage Looks Like at Mercy

Students at Mercy consistently challenge themselves and demonstrate the educational courage that would have made our foundress, Catherine McAuley, proud. Whether adding that extra AP course, participating in water polo as a novice, or starting the “Be Like Shireen” club, our students know they can follow their passions and allow their curiosity to guide their learning at Mercy.

We recognized that as a school, Mercy had to provide avenues where students could not just “do school,” but “do school” in a way that fits them as a learner. Creating our Pathways Program allows our students to tailor their educational experience based on their interests. The Pathways Program, with its focus on project-based learning and its individualized nature, gives Mercy students the opportunity to take ownership of their education and prepare for their future careers now, while still high school students.

Mercy students are the future changemakers of the world. As Maya Angelou once said, “I would like to be known as an intelligent woman, a courageous woman, a loving woman, a woman who teaches by being.” The addition of the Pathways program to our studentcentric academic, athletic, and club offerings, allows our students to cultivate their passions and be the educationally courageous young women Catherine would smile down on.

Mercy High School is a member of the Mercy Education System of the Americas, which is the umbrella organization of 54 schools in six countries all sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy.

These Core Values are the hallmarks of a Mercy Education. These are the ideals we stand up for and strive to live up to. We hold ourselves to these standards as an institution, as a community, and as individuals. Each value is interconnected and necessary as we take Mercy into the world.

This issue of The Oaks focuses on the core value of Educational Courage

Mercy students welcome the challenge of pursuing their full potential in a culture of excellence, critical thinking and curiosity. Their multifaceted journey builds character while it builds essential skills. Our holistic program expects engagement, a thirst for knowledge, and personal responsibility, while preparing students to thrive for a lifetime.

–Arthur Walker ASSISTANT HEAD OF SCHOOL FOR ACADEMIC

To read the full description of each core value please visit www.mercyhsb.com/faith-service/core-values