The Mercer Island High School drill team notched first place in the military category and third place in pom at its initial competition of the season on Dec. 3 at Lake Washington High School. The squad’s next competitions are Jan. 14 at Redmond High School and Feb. 4 at Eastlake High School. Currently, the team is holding a holiday fundraiser for Seattle’s Treehouse, which aids youth in foster care. For more information, visit https://engage.treehouseforkids.org/fundraiser/4304639.