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Mill Valley News
The student news site of Mill Valley High School

Mill Valley News
The student news site of Mill Valley High School

Mill Valley News
Lexi Flipse

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor

Senior Lexi Flipse has been on the JagWire staff for two years, serving as the Mill Valley News social media editor. Lexi has been involved in student ambassadors for three years, school soccer for two years,  and Spanish National Honor society for one year. Outside of school, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling, reading and staying active.

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As softball manager, senior Abby Sutton is able to strengthen her relationship with head softball coach Jessica DeWild.

Softball manager grows close with head coach

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
May 23, 2018
After saddling up on Monday, April 30, senior Natalie Cooper rides her horse Dillon. “When you’re riding, you’re controlling a 1200 pound animal and he listens and knows what you’re asking,” Cooper said. “That’s probably what I like most; he understands you without talking.”

Sitting in her room on Sunday, May 6, senior Cori Carver holds Serena, her family’s ball python. “I’m planning on majoring in ecology and evolutionary biology, so it’s been really interesting for me to be able to have hands on learning,” Carver said.

With her eyes on the ball, senior Madison Irish prepares to play the ball to a teammate on Thursday, May 10.

[Photo] Girls soccer defeats Blue Valley North 4-0 on senior night

May 13, 2018
As customers finish their meals at the MV Cafe on Friday, April 27, freshman Jennifer Yanez hands them mints as they leave.

[Photo] Peers in Learning program hosts MV Cafe fundraiser

Anika Roy, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 28, 2018
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After school most days and occasionally on weekends, junior Corinne Brown hangs out with her caretaker, senior Dakota Wilson. The two met through the Peers in Learning program and according to Wilson, Brown is one of her best friends. “I would hope that she says I’m her best friend too,” Wilson said. “She’s very happy to have someone her age over to interact with.”

[Photo] Senior Dakota Wilson dedicates time after school to working as caregiver for junior Corinne Brown

Alison Booth, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 25, 2018
Spending the morning together on Saturday, March 31, junior Caroline Rutledge and senior Hailey Stelle paint pictures as a way to disconnect from technology and instead better connect with one another. "I think other people should get together to paint because it gives them time to get off their phones, just find beauty in the simplest thing and paint it," Rutledge said.

Group painting allows creative expression in social setting

Tricia Drumm and Lexi Flipse
April 21, 2018
Pointing down towards the pool, head coach Kelly Downward talks to swimmers during practice on Thursday, March 8.

Swim teams suffer from ventilation issues at practice pool

Nora Lucas and Lexi Flipse
April 21, 2018
In the library before school on Monday, Feb. 26, senior Marissa Olin knits part of a sweater. "It was a process [to learn], it took me like three hours," Olin said. "Usually I'm super good at learning things, but [knitting] is tricky, definitely."

[Photo] Students find interest in needlework hobbies

Anika Roy, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 22, 2018
With only seconds left on the clock, senior Cooper Kaifes walks off the court after being substituted out.

Junior Keeshawn Mason shakes hands with Bishop Carroll's coaching staff after being defeated by the Golden Eagles.

Having lost the game, the team walks over to shake hands with Bishop Carroll team members.

Attempting to draw a foul, junior Logan Talley defends an opponent.

During a time-out, the cheerleaders perform a stunt to pump up the crowd.

Crouched in a defensive position, senior Ike Valencia defends the ball.

With his feet planted, senior Brody Flaming attempts to block an opponent from making a pass.

With his eyes on the goal, junior Logan Talley makes a break around a defender.

[Photo] Boys basketball falls to Bishop Carroll 58-47 in state semifinals

March 9, 2018
With an arm locked against his opponent, senior Ike Valencia races to get to the ball.

Arm against his opponent's back, senior Sammy Rebeck keeps his eyes on the ball as he defends.

Smacking his hand against the wall to make noise, senior Artur Chlopecki cheers the team on.

Lining up her shot, junior Trinity Knapp prepares to release the ball on Friday, Feb. 23.

[Photo] Girls basketball beats Blue Valley 49-41 in last regular season game

Drake Brizendine, JagWire photographer
February 25, 2018
Taking advantage of senior privileges, the group of seniors eat outside on Tuesday Jan. 23, despite the 28 degree weather.

Senior boys enjoy lunch outside despite freezing temperatures

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
February 12, 2018
After receiving the inbound pass, junior starter Claire Kaifes runs with the ball on Friday, Feb. 2 while playing against St. James.

[Photo] Girls basketball team plays with unique varsity set up

Abby Layton, JagWire A&E editor
February 13, 2018
Giving high fives to her team mates, junior starter Trinity Knapp is announced before the game begins.

[Photo] Girls basketball defeats St. James 52-41

February 5, 2018
Spreading Mod Podge on a lantern, senior Bella Hadden makes a planet on Sunday, Jan. 28 that will be used for decoration at WOCO.

StuCo to host semi-formal, Saturday night winter homecoming dance

Alison Booth and Lexi Flipse
February 5, 2018
At the sound of the starting buzzer, freshman Noah Collins jumps backwards to begin the 100 yard backstroke on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at Chisholm Trail Middle School.

Boys swim places second at meet hosted by Olathe South

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
January 18, 2018
At the quad hosted by Monticello Trails Middle School on Wednesday, Nov. 28, a MTMS wrestler attempts to defeat his opponent.

Youth wrestling programs promote growth prior to high school

Lexi Flipse and Katya Gillig
January 4, 2018
P.E. make-ups cause students undue stress

P.E. make-ups cause students undue stress

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
December 23, 2017
Standing in front of Swanson's Streamway Dog Park and Daycare on Tuesday, Dec. 5, Brad Swanson is grateful for the land that comes with the daycare. "This site and facility is kind of a once in a lifetime opportunity," said Swanson.

Local dog park and daycare center unites dog owner community

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
December 16, 2017
Strumming her ukulele, senior Lauryn Hurley performs her favorite Christmas song, "All I Want for Christmas is You."

[Photo] StuCo hosts open mic night for students to perform

November 30, 2017
Reading the lyrics from her phone, junior Avery Sheltra performs a song.

As the song "Despacito" plays, senior Alison Booth tap dances.

With her peers watching, junior Anna Padden sings.

Playing the piano, senior Kiley Beran sings "Dead Sea" by the Lumineers with seniors Caroline Gambill and Durga Jambunathan.

As junior Carly Tribble plays the piano, senior Julia Feuerborn sings along.

Senior Samantha Mills plays the ukulele to the song "Skinny Love."

Junior Lindsey Edwards and senior Bella Hadden perform "Riptide" by Vance Joy.

Watching as a peer performs, junior Annie Myers listens and smiles.

Senior Marissa Olin performs a song on the recorder.

Chosen for her excellence in academics, athletic feats and community service, senior Bella Hadden is this years Kenneth Smith Award recipient.

[Photo] Senior Bella Hadden receives the Kenneth Smith award

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 30, 2017
In Sports and Entertainment Marketing, sophomore Lauren Johnson does research on the team she picked for week seven of the fantasy football project.

Students participate in fantasy football for class credit

Lexi Flipse and Chris Sprenger
November 23, 2017
After members turned in their "spooky" stories for the writing contest, junior Aly Klaudt signs in at the NEHS meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

[Photo] NEHS announces winners of spooky writing contest on Friday, Nov. 10

November 16, 2017
Giving her teammates high fives, junior Molly Cosmillo and the other starting players get pumped up before the start of the game.

Volleyball falls to St. James in substate semifinals

Lexi Flipse, Mill Valley News social media editor
October 23, 2017
Surrounded by her family, senior Sofia Torres-Aranda displays a book that contains many parts of the Mexican culture, like the architecture, food and environment.

Students and families take different avenues to gain U.S. citizenship or residency

Lexi Flipse and Elizabeth Joseph
October 22, 2017
Joined by parents, junior Ciara Pemberton holds up a sign and a handkerchief representing her Irish heritage.

Junior Sydney Pullen sets the ball for a teammate to receive.

Sophomore Whitney VanDyke sets the ball for senior Ava Taton to hit.

Sophomore Whitney VanDyke subs in for senior Abby Archibong.

Freshman Molly Carr shakes hands with the opposing team, the Blue Valley North Mustangs.

Senior Allie Harvey spikes the ball.

Junior Molly Cosmillo and senior Abby Archibong attempt to block a hit.

Senior Allie Harvey prepares to receive the serve from the opposing team.

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