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Leading by example Senior President Jibran Kumas prepares for his donation during the American Red Cross blood drive on Apr. 1, 2026. By partnering with the Red Cross, the STUCO board transformed the gym into a life-saving center, with student leaders at the forefront of the effort.
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Making every drop count On Apr. 1, 2026, Manhattan High School’s student counsel board turned the school into a hub for community aid by hosting the American Red Cross. Senior Lucus Manly gets ready to donate, joining a wave of students who volunteered to help meet the urgent need for blood donations.
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One small pinch, one big impact Senior Annika Schmit prepares for her donation as the American Red Cross sets up in the North Gym on Apr. 1, 2026 Hosted by STUCO, the event turned the gym floor into a community lifeline, giving students a chance to contribute to a cause much larger than themselves.
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A little time, a lot of hope Sophomore Tasia Miller prepares to donate blood as the American Red Cross visits the North Gym on Apr. 1, 2026 Organized by the STUCO board, the event provided Manhattan High School students with a hands-on way to support life-saving medical efforts.
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Small acts, big results On Apr. 1, 2026, Manhattan High School’s STUCO invited American Red Cross to the North Gym where students could sign up to donate blood. Junior Bryce Hutchinson is pictured here finishing his donation, joining dozens of fellow students who stepped up to support the community effort.
Blood Drive
April 1, 2026
About the Contributor
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.