MERCY does not have a one size fits all program. The school reshapes and reinvents itself to meet the needs of its children.

— Paul Fantetti

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The Parent Alliance is responsible for the majority of fund-raising activities within the school. Each family in the school age program is obligated to raise $500 through Parent Alliance sponsored fundraisers.

 If you prefer not to sell, you may make a direct payment of $300 to the Parent Alliance. This direct payment is tax deductible to the full extent of IRS Regulations. Parents who meet their fund-raising obligation may continue to sell items. For amounts sold above $500, 15% of the amount above $500 may be credited to your child’s tuition for the following school year, designated to Mercy’s Scholarship Fund or returned to the Alliance as a donation.  The pre-school and toddler families are responsible for $300 in fundraising or a direct payment of $180 to the Parent Alliance for their buyout. As stated for the school age students, amounts sold above $500 may receive 15% of the amount above $500 in credit to your child’s tuition for the following school year.  The buyout payment is due no later than Friday, September 28, 2007. If the fundraising obligation is not met, a bill will be sent for 50% of the balance due.  Funds raised by the Alliance help to support Mercy’s yearly operating budget and it is imperative that all Parents meet their obligation. Your child’s educational setting will not be affected by lack of participation. Your sincere effort is expected.

The Parent Alliance has these in-school fundraisers remaining for the 2007-2008 school year:

  • Monthly Lottery Calendar (Night Time Daily Number) $10 per month
  • Perogie Sale - TBA
  • March, April, May & June monthly lottery calendars!
  • Ad Book Solicitation and $1 Cash Drawing for the Spring Social - April 19
  • HairSpray - a trip to New York for a Broadway Show (orchestra seats) and meal at Bubba Gump's on Saturday, April 26. Tickets are $150 per person and include transportation.
  • Spring Flowers - Orders April 2-April 16.  Delivery is May 8

Sales that have already been completed for the 2007-2008 school year include:

  • Corbi's Pizza (2 sales each year, 1st delivery September 27, 2nd delivery January 24)
  • 10 Weeks Football Sweepstakes- The Parent Alliance assists with this school fundraiser that awards $500 weekly prizes.
  • Basket Bingo on Saturday, October 20
  • Nut Roll Sale
  • Rada Cutlery, gift items, soups, dips and dessets, November 27
  • Corbi's Pizza, January 9

For more information, call Mercy at 610.797.8242 or email mercylearn@rcn.com. Also, please visit the Parents Alliance webpage for information on in-school fundraisers.

Mercy Special Learning Center

830 South Woodward Street - Allentown, PA - 18103

TEL 610.797.8242 FAX 610.797.9902

Mercy is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools