The freshman physics classes recently wrapped up their semester with an exciting STEM challenge—the annual mousetrap car races! Students teamed up to design and build cars powered solely by the spring of a mousetrap, testing their creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills. The goal? To create a car that could travel the greatest distance.
Competition was fierce, with Mr. DaMetz’s class clinching two of the top three spots, including first and third place, while Mr. Allen’s students raced into second place. Close behind were designs from Mr. Floetke’s class.
To put it into perspective, this year’s winning car traveled an incredible 95 feet and 4 inches—the full length of a high school gymnasium, from baseline to baseline!
Top Results
1st Place: Abigail Mashburn and Julianne McPherson, with a record-breaking distance of 95’4”.
2nd Place: Cash Knetter and Evan Leon, reaching an impressive 79’6”.
3rd Place: Skyler Tharnish and Ethan Johnston, cruising 68’.
This hands-on project is a perfect example of how students bring STEM principles to life, ending their physics semester on a high note. Congratulations to all participants for their hard work and innovative designs!