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MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2018
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We hope each of you enjoyed a happy and blessed Easter celebrating the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. While our students and families enjoy spring break this week, the Messenger had intended to take a hiatus, as well, but there is so much exciting news to share, we couldn't wait to share it with all of you!
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THE TIME IS HERE! BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!
& $10,000 RAFFLE
(need not be present to win)
We are shaking off the chills of winter and changing things up with hottest event this spring, all in support of our current and future Gwynedd Girls! Join us for the $10,000 Raffle and Mercy Mixer 2.0—the grown-up version of a high school mixer for parents, alumnae and friends. Come one, come all!
Here's how you can be a part of the fun and help our Gwynedd Girls:
- Enter the Raffle to win $10,000. You need not be present to win. You also receive complimentary admission to the mixer!
- Encourage family and friends to enter the raffle too. Simply forward the link: www.gmahs.org/mercymixer. Anyone, anywhere can participate!
- Join us on April 20 and bring family and friends—All 21+ years of age are welcome!
- Provide sponsorship as a family/business.
- Donate a silent auction item.
ALL proceeds will provide immediate support for academic programs and initiatives that directly benefit our current and future students.
Thank you for all you do for Gwynedd and our Girls, and see you on April 20!
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As a member of The Forum of Executive Women (FOEW), President Denise Marbach '72 joined dozens of women from around the state in the State Capitol Rotunda in Harrisburg on March 27 to show support for passage of Senate Resolution 255, which was sponsored by Senator Judith L. Schwank (D-Berks). The resolution urges privately held and publicly traded companies and nonprofit institutions doing business in Pennsylvania to have a minimum of 30 percent women directors by December 31, 2020 and measure their progress toward equal representation of men and women in leadership positions on an annual basis.
The Executive Women's Council of Pittsburgh (EWC) was instrumental in bringing Senate Resolution 255 to the forefront. The resolution is modeled after PA House Resolution 273, which was introduced by Gwynedd Alumna, Rep. Kate Harper '81 (R-Montgomery) with support of The Forum of Executive Women, the region's premier women's organization, actively working to increase the number of women in leadership roles, expand their impact and influence and position them to drive positive change in the Greater Philadelphia region.
Pictured (L to R) Christine Koebley, President of EWC, Senator Judith L. Schwank, Denise Marbach; Gwen Pechan, Executive Women on Boards Committee Chair; Elva Bankins Baxter, FOEW member in the State Capitol Rotunda in Harrisburg
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PRESIDENT'S TEA
President Denise Marbach looks forward to welcoming and getting to know more of our Gwynedd families. The next morning tea with Denise and fellow parents is scheduled for April 25 at 8am.
Gatherings will be limited seven guests. Please RSVP to Denise at dmarbach@gmahs.org.
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GREETINGS FROM HAITI!
Gwynedd girls arrived in Haiti on Friday. They will spend this week working with Mercy Beyond Borders as they journey to various parts of the countryside to provide service to those in need.
Day 1: We have arrived!
IMPORTANT DATES
APR. 10
-Pre-Prom assembly for all students, 8:30AM
-Voice Recital, 7PM
APR. 11
† Mercy Connect
APR. 12
College Fair, 7PM
APR. 13
No Classes
- Prom
APR.16
-Philanthropy Week Begins
-Assembly: Emergency Preparedness, 8:30AM
-National Honor Society Induction, 7PM
APR. 17
Student Council Elections
† Women of Hope
APR. 18
† Mercy Connect
APR. 19
- Student Council Presidential Election
- Crew Team Information Meeting, 6:30PM
APR. 20
APR. 23
† Kyffin Grove
APR. 24
Gwynedd Chorale performs at the Phillies' game, 7:05PM
APR. 25
-President's Tea, 8AM
† Mercy Connect
APR. 26
- Early Dismissal, 1PM
- Music Scholars' Recital, 7PM
APR. 27
Sophomore Retreat
APR. 29
Senior Cello Recital, 3PM
Day 2: The group prepared to board the bus and journeyed to Gros Morne.
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CREW PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION: APRIL 19
An information session will be held on April 19 at 6:30PM for all students and parents who are interested in learning about Gwynedd's brand new Crew program! Members of the administration, the Athletics Department, and Crew experts will be on hand to discuss program details and answer questions.
If your daughter thinks she might want to "do Crew", this is the meeting for you! We look forward to seeing many of you on April 19 in the Performing Arts Center.
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GOVERNMENT FIELD TRIP
For the last month, Mrs. Carty's AP Comparative Government class has been studying Iran, learning about the political, social, and economic structure of the country of Iran. As a part of the AP curriculum, in their studies the girls also are exploring the comparable areas of study within Great Britain, Russia, China, Mexico, and Nigeria.
Recently the class took a trip to the Persian Grille in Lafayette Hill, and feasted on a three course classic meal featuring lamb, chicken, cornish hen, hummus, chickpea cookies and Persian tea. They also celebrated the Iranian New Year known as Nowruz.
Here the class gathers in front of an altar that features many elements involved with the Iranian holiday.
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MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Congratulations to Addie Olsen '18 and Anna Ridenour '20 who participated in PMEA Region Chorus Festival and Concert last week held at New Hope-Solebury H.S. The level of performance was extremely impressive for high school-aged students and we are so proud of our girls for their achievements this year. Anna Ridenour will continue on to perform at the All-State Orchestra Concert in Lancaster on April 21st.
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The Music Department is sponsoring several events in April!
- On Tuesday, April 10th, the vocal students of Mrs. Stubbs and Mr. Lanza will perform in the annual voice recital held in the PAC at 7PM. The vocalists will be performing a variety of music from several different genres including Broadway, Classical and Popular song. It is always a beautiful event and the girls are thrilled to see friends, family and teachers in attendance.
Tuesday, April 24th, the Gwynedd Chorale will sing the national anthem for the Phillies-Diamondbacks game at 7:05PM. (See below.)
Thursday, April 26th at 7PM., the Music Scholars' Recital will be held in the PAC.
Sunday, April 29th at 3PM in the PAC., Senior Cello Recital - Addie Olsen. Refreshments will be served following the performance.
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
The Gwynedd Chorale has been invited to sing the national anthem at the Phillies game on April 24 at Citizens Bank Park! Please come out to support our amazing Chorale!
Game time is 7:05 PM. The Chorale will perform at approximately 6:45 PM.
We have seats reserved in section 136 for Gwynedd students, family and friends. This section is located along the 3rd base line, which provides a perfect view to watch our girls perform (and to watch the Phillies beat the Diamondbacks!)
Discounted tickets are available for just $31 per person. Please make checks payable to GMAHS and send to school addressed to the attention of Binka Moore. All payments must be received by Tuesday, April 10. For more information, please contact Binka Moore at binkamoore@yahoo.com.
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HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTIONS
During the last week of March, the language teachers hosted a ceremony to award 13 girls getting inducted into the French Honor Society and the Spanish Honor Society. To be eligible, the girls had to have an honor average in the study of Spanish for three years, or a 93 average for two years in French. Congratulations to Lucy Glover '18, Kelsey Van Thuyne '19, Julianna Persia '20, Kathryn Tereshko '20, and Erin Stratton '21 for being admitted to the French Honor Society and Victoria Campell '20, Kiera Thomas '20, Lily Panunto '20, Caitlin Fitzpatrick '19, Christina Ludwig '19, Amy Casas '19, Isabella Petrone '19, and Michaela Guerin '19 for being admitted to the Spanish Honor Society. Felicitaciones, or toutes nos félicitations, girls!
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BASKETBALL
Gwynedd Basketball Seniors- Bridget Casey, Molly Hutton, Maura Conroy, and Carly Heineman- were honored last night by the Markward Club at their annual awards dinner. Special recognition as given to Maura who received the Catholic Academies Player of the Year award. Congratulations, Ladies! #ReignLikeaMonarch
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ADVANCEMENT
SENIOR PARENT REMINDER
As our Mothers' Club prepares for graduation season, we ask for each family to submit 2 photos.
1. A 3x5 or 4x6 hard copy baby picture
2. A digital photo of your daughter with her mother. Please email this photo to Stacy O'Malley at stacy.omalley@comcast.net.
For the hard copy photos, please write your daughter's full name on the back of each picture and send it in an envelope to school marked: Mothers' Club, Stacy O'Malley, Class of 2018 photos.
The deadline for submitting these photos is Tuesday, April 10. Any questions can be directed to Jeannine Hartz in the Advancement Office at 215-646-8815, ext 412 or at jhartz@gmahs.org
FATHER/DAUGHTER OUTING
The Fathers' Club will be hosting a Father/Daughter outing to the Phillies Game on May 12 at 7:00 PM.
The Phillies are playing the NY Mets, and we want to go cheer them on. There is nothing like a warm Spring night at the ballpark with our daughters.
We will be setting up either a tailgate or a picnic at the park before the game. Please use this SignUp Genius if you are interested so we can get a rough count of folks that want to go.
Phillies Game SignUp Genius
Once we get an estimated count, we can determine what the tickets will cost.
Any questions, please contact Mike O'Malley at mike.omalley@simp-inc.com.
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AMAZON SMILES
Shop AND support Gwynedd Girls!
Do you shop on Amazon.com? Give back to Gwynedd while making your usual purchases! Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School is now participating in AmazonSmile. Providing the same great products and prices, when you shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School! Make sure to use smile.amazon.com and pick "Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School" or click on this this link to be automatically directed to our unique page.
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COLLEGE COUNSELING
THURSDAY NIGHT!!!
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THINK SUMMER!!!!
Spaces are limited!
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Sponsored by Ambler Kiwanis, in conjunction with the Lower Gwynedd Police Department and Wissahickon School District:
Parents are invited to this event that will provide a unique insight into the mind of a teenager. Drop in to the Wissahickon High School auditorium Thursday, April 19, anytime between 6-8PM. This program will show you what to look for in a teen's room that may be an indicator of drug use, abuse, or poor decision making. This is an integral step in identifying troubling behavior before crisis occurs. Please use this information to initiate conversations with your children. However, this program is for adults only.
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