Our Lady of Mercy School - Lore Yearbook (Detroit, MI)

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Art students open doors of creativity The major people at the base of this year’s art department are Sr. Ignatius, Sr. Kristin, and student teacher Sr. Cheryl Marie. They have combined successfully with the students to provide an ever-increasing spectrum of beauty for Mercy. Sr. Ignatius, head of the department, has extended the art agenda to include pen and ink, ceramics, sculpture, painting and stitchery, so that her students may get the feel and experience of working with different media. Besides their regular classes, the students participate in a variety of outside activities. Among these are the AAA safety posters and the scholastic art competitions. Right: The artistic works of Michaelangelo are heartily absorbed by our master artist, Sr. Mary Ignatius. Top: Coach- ing on our art staff, Sr. Mary Kristin gives Mary Jane Smith her personal opinion about her charcoal drawings. Above: Sr. Mary Kristin’s arrangement of delicate twigs, unique bottles, and various fruit inspires Joanne Marcoux on her drawings.

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Students unite in musical expression Harmonic chords, eighth notes and the key of G minor are all familiar terms to every music student whether in choral, orchestra or music appreciation. Directed by Mr. Donald Palmer is the orchestra with classes for beginning and advanced members. Seasonal concerts are held every year. The choral groups, under the direction of Mr. Larry Teevens, maintain high standards of musical achievement in the 2.concerts they perform every year. Selections vary greatly, from classical music to contemporary musicals. The Mercyaires, top junior and senior vocalists, give performances of their own. Piano lessons are instructed by Sr. Edna Marie and Sr. Mary Vincent. Sr. Edna Marie's music appre- ciation classes sum up Mercy s music department. Above Left: Mr. Lawrence Teevens and Mr. Don Palmer work together to bring out and develop the musical talent of the stu- dents. Above: The pace and tempo of Sr. Mary Vincent is observed by two students, senior Sharon Witek and freshman Elaine Berger. Left: Sr. Edna Marie, chairman of the music department, illus- trates a point in her music appreciation class.

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Below: Mr. Wayne Dyer’s gaze sees through to the students’ prob- lems. Lower left: Mrs. Mary Farley puts away the problems of the old to make way for the new. Left: Sr. Mary Carmen advises sen- iors on the college of their choice. advise students With 1200 girls attending Mercy, each with her own personality, Mr. Dyer, Mrs. Farley, and Sr. Mary Carmen are in constant demand. Mercy s counselors assist confused girls by giving them a clear sense of direction with sound advice to aid them in making difficult decisions. Since the new schedule of eight class hours was put into effect, the scheduling has been more difficult. Mrs. Stromer, secretary, has reduced the chaos in the guidance office that comes with changes in schedules. Not only are the counselors interested in helping students adjust their classes according to their interest but also help them gain the most out of their future. Whether it’s deciding on an extra class or which college can best train a dental tech- nician, Mercy’s counselors have open hearts, open minds and open doors.