Student Standouts: MICDS Robotics Teams, Lion Dancers, and Middle School Field Hockey Student-Athletes
Congratulations to this week’s standouts below. Way to go #RamNation! And as always, if you have a story to share, please email weeklynews@micds.org.
A Reflection on the Robotics Competition: A Test of Innovation, Strategy, and Endurance
By MICDS Robotics Teams
On January 25, 2025, MICDS’ Robotics teams Ramifications (Team #5155) and Rambunctious (Team #9905) participated in a day-long robotics competition. After competing in two previous meets earlier this season, their scores were tabulated up and then added to their score that day.
Both teams did great and Rambunctious finished within the top 10 of the competing teams. Ramifications was chosen by Saint Joseph’s Academy’s robotics team to be an alliance member for the elementation matches that were held at the end of the day. They fought bravely and finished in 4th place together.
Ramifications was awarded the tournament’s Control award for their portfolio’s detailed explanation of hardware and software components and explanations of how they improve their system along with their programming for their robot. Furthermore, Rambunctious won the Innovate Award for their work in being able to quickly adjust parts of their robot and change out custom-made parts and develop a unique solution for their cable management.
Both Ramifications and Rambunctious will advance to the Super Qualifier Competition on February 15 at Oakville High School for a chance to earn an opportunity to compete at the State Championships in March.
Upper School Lion Dancers Perform at SLAM Lunar New Year Event
The MICDS lion dance group delivered a fantastic performance in the Sculpture Hall at the St Louis Art Museum for their SLAM Social: Lunar New Year event. They captivated the audience with their vibrant display of culture and artistry. “The event drew a supportive crowd, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended to cheer on our talented lion dance team,” shares Lily Childs, Upper School Mandarin Teacher. “Your presence made the performance even more special!”
- Mac Froedge ’25
- Cade Miller ’26
- Oscar Sun ’26
- Lucas Cheng ’27
- Milton Duckworth ’27
- Isaac George ’27
- Michal Kenigsberg ’27
- Bella Froedge ’28
- Nolan Ma ’28
What a fun way to celebrate the Year of the Snake!
Rams on Gateway Field Hockey Club Teams Play in Florida
Gateway Field Hockey Club participated in the annual USA Field Hockey Sunshine Showcase in Florida at the end of January. Congratulations to our MICDS Middle School athletes who were selected to participate in this national tournament. Our athletes had several notable finishes.
- The U14 Red Team had a remarkable 4-1 record and finished 3rd overall out of 55 teams. The team competed in the top flight of teams with a total of 31 goals scored! Congratulations to MICDS players Avery Johnson ’29, Johanna Sanchez ’30, Caroline Westre ’29, Zoya Cheema ’30, Sykler Dastgah-Bradford ’29, and Emma Fouke ’30 on their spectacular tournament.
- Anna Kowach ’29 competed as a goalie with U14 Gateway 7v7 with a silver medal finish ending with a 4-1 record.
- U12 Red Stars players Analea Linneman ’32, JoJo Mackin ’32, and Annie Mileusnic ’32 helped their team secure an overall silver medal finish with a 5-1 record. They went undefeated (3-0) in Pool A play. They competed in the U12 top flight and finished 2nd out of 32 teams from all over the country.
- Blair Cabbabe ’31 and Avery Brunt ’32 competed with the U12 Red Stripes. Their team tied for 5th place out of 32 U12 teams from across the nation. They competed in the top flight after winning their pool and finished with a 4-1 record. Go Rams!
