Class of 2026 includes 178 graduates from MHS

Last Friday evening, May 22, 2026, in the Merrill High School (MHS) Fieldhouse, 178 students gathered to receive their high school diplomas.
The graduating Class of 2026 marked the 143rd such commencement ceremony to celebrate MHS graduates.
Amy Raddatz, MHS English teacher, gave this year’s keynote address. The Vocal Jayz and the Wind Ensemble performed. Merrill Area Public Schools (MAPS) Superintendent Shannon Murray certified the graduating class. And both MHS Principal Trisha Detert and MAPS Board of Education President Kevin Blake were on hand to shake hands and hand out diplomas to the graduating Seniors.