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Preparing for Flight. On the evening of Oct. 2, 2025, the MASA club gathered for a late Thursday meeting filled with anticipation. Sophomore Dexter Schmidt meticulously prepared his plane, ready to take it outside into the commons for an exciting flight.
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Ready for Takeoff. On Oct. 2, 2025, the MASA club gathered for an exciting evening meeting where students delved into the world of rocket and plane creation. Sophomore Dexter Schmidt put the finishing touches on his plane, eager to take it outside for an exhilarating flight.
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Soaring to New Heights. On Oct. 2, 2025, MASA Senior President Andrew Meng, accompanied by Senior Cam Converse and Sophomores Jonathan and Ben Brown, took their teamwork to the skies with a brand-new plane they built together just now.
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Broken Propeller Alert. On Oct. 2, 2025, senior president Andrew Meng of the MASA club was on hand to assist Cam Converse and his group as they attempted to fly their new plane. Unfortunately, their excitement took a turn when the plane made a crash landing, resulting in a broken propeller.
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Ready for Takeoff. On Oct. 2, 2025, MASA President and Senior Andrew Meng joined forces with sophomore Ben Brown and his team to launch their newly crafted plane during an exciting meeting.
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Get Ready for Takeoff. On the evening of Oct. 2, 2025, MASA president, senior Andrew Meng, stepped into action to guide a group of students as they launched their brand-new plane during the thrilling MASA meeting. Excitement filled the air as they took their creations to new heights.
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Final Touches Before Takeoff. On the evening of Oct. 2, 2025, MASA gathered for a meeting where sophomore Dombagaha Pathiranage Sethula proudly showcased his plane to junior Noah Ward. Excitement filled the air as they prepared to take it outside for an eagerly anticipated flight test.
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Prepare for Lift Off. On the evening of Oct, 2, 2025, the MASA club hosted an exciting meeting dedicated to testing planes. Sophomore Dombagaha Pathiranage Sethula readied himself to launch his plane into the air, eagerly gripping his controller for an epic flight.
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Prepare for Takeoff. On the evening of Oct. 2, 2025, MASA held an exhilarating meeting to test out some incredible planes. Freshman Lucas Gish teamed up with sophomore Dombagaha Pathiranage Sethula to put their aircraft to the ultimate test.
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Soaring to New Heights. On the evening of Oct. 2, 2025, MASA hosted an engaging meeting where creativity took flight. Sophomore Dexter Schmidt meticulously prepared his plane, ready to take it outside into the commons for an exciting test flight.
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October 2, 2025
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Virginia Flickinger, Photo Editor
Story by Janie Hilgers
Senior Virgina Flickinger has been on The Mentor staff for three years now.
Flickinger is the Photo Editor, she organizes the cameras and handles anything with photo archives.
In her free time Flickinger enjoys playing video games, reading and writing.
Flickinger is actively participating of the marching band; she plays the trumpet.
“Ever since I watched my brother in the high school marching band I fell in love with the music and uniforms. I plan on marching at KU,” Flickinger said.
Flickinger plans on majoring in Pharmacy and minoring in Journalism.
“I’m excited to get out and go to college. Lawrence is not that far away but it will be a big breath of fresh air. My independence is something I’m excited to gain,” Flickinger said.
