Mercy Preparatory Academy

📚☀️ Mercy Prep Summer Reading Challenge is here!

Students are encouraged to read 10 books from 10 different genres this summer to stay sharp and grow a lifelong love of reading. PK and Kindergarten students may have books read aloud by a parent or sibling.

Finish by September 1, 2026 to earn a Free Dress Pass and a lunchtime snow cone!

Check Bloomz or your email for the reading log and full details.
Happy reading, Royals!

Join the Mercy Prep Athletic team!

We are now hiring for part-time coaching positions:
• Head Cross Country Coach
• Head JH Boys’ Basketball Coach
• Head Track & Field Coach

We’re looking for experienced coaches who are passionate about mentoring students, building strong teams, and investing in the next generation both on and off the field or court.

For more information or to apply:
📞 469-505-8377
✉️ [email protected]

💜 Mrs. Shoup – Technology 💻📚

Mrs. Shoup teaches Technology at Mercy Prep, helping students from elementary through high school build confidence, creativity, and real-world skills through technology. With experience teaching robotics, math, science, social studies, and technology across multiple grade levels, she brings a versatile and hands-on approach to learning.

🎓 Education & Experience
She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Texas at Arlington, a Master’s in Learning Technologies from the University of North Texas, and is currently completing her Doctorate in Educational Technology from Walden University. She also serves as an adjunct professor in Education at Nelson University.

💜 Faith & Family
Mrs. Shoup and her husband met at church and have been married for almost ten years. They have two daughters, Adley and Edlyn, and enjoy serving and growing in faith together. Their family attends Full Life Assembly of God in Waxahachie, where she serves in several ministries.

🌿 Interests & Life Outside the Classroom
Outside of school, she enjoys reading, video games, and sourdough baking. She also enjoys exploring new ideas in technology and education while balancing the busy, joyful life of raising young children.

🏫 Why Mercy Prep?
Mrs. Shoup values the close-knit, Christ-centered community at Mercy Prep. She loves working alongside students, families, and staff who feel more like a family than a school, and she considers it a privilege to serve in multiple areas of campus life.

We’re so thankful for Mrs. Shoup and the heart she brings to Mercy Prep! 💜