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Seniors in the Class of 2026 completed their final year at Rock Canyon while participating in athletics, academics, student organizations and school events throughout the 2025-26 school year.
Senior Sign-Off
As the class of 2026 leaves the Jungle, students reflect on memories, milestones and the impact they leave behind.
by Brianna Kruzic, Reporter • May 27, 2026

In their final days as Jags, the class of 2026 prepared to walk out of the halls for the final time, marking the end of their high school chapters...

Students from Criminal Justice, EMT and Fire Science programs participated in a large-scale emergency responses simulation April 7 designed to mirror the coordination and pressure of real incidents like major crashes on interstate 25 in Colorado.
The Scenario
May 20, 2026

Opportunities like this simulation should not be viewed as isolated field trips, but as examples of what career and technical education can achieve...

The Hantavirus virus has a 40% mortality rate, but what is the Hantavirus exactly?
The Hantavirus virus has a 40% mortality rate, but what is the Hantavirus exactly?
by Alexander Freuler, Reporter • May 18, 2026

According to the World Health Organization, hantavirus is a group of viruses that is carried by rodents and can cause severe diseases to humans....

SAG is a student organization where high school students can voice opinions to the Board of Education and allow for more opinions to make an impact in schools.
A Student’s Voice at School
by Evelyn Swanson, Reporter • May 4, 2026

There are always ideas that are being discussed by students across the district, but is there always a way to express those ideas to a larger...

Using his telescope, Evan Beuther 26' looks up at the stars to gather data for his AP Research presentation. "There's an allure to space in the sky," Beuther said. "Just looking up amazes me, honestly."
Exploration Beyond the Classroom
by Alex Porter, Reporter • April 18, 2026

Students around the world collectively check their calendars and often realize they have no time for their passions. School, extracurriculars...

A Snowless Colorado
A Snowless Colorado
by Evelyn Swanson, Reporter • April 17, 2026

When unexpected heat and sunny weather flags Colorado, how can it affect surrounding communities and activities?  As we crawl out of winter,...

After school, Anna Webb ‘27 fills up her car with gas at the King Soopers Fuel Station in Castle Pines April 1. Gas prices have increased rapidly partially because of the Iran war. As of the past month gas prices have gone up over $1 per gallon of regular gas. This is due to Iran increasing their oil barrel prices, which is a key ingredient to make gas. “Since I have to pay for my own gas it sucks that it has gone up this much, I hope it goes down soon,” Webb ‘27 said.
Fueling Frustration: Why Citizens Have Been Seeing a Recent Increase in Gas Prices
by Zari Jensen and Brynn Gosnell April 10, 2026

You drive into the gas station, select your fuel grade and begin filling up. Once you're finished fueling, something catches your eye: the price.   On...

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The U.S.A. hockey team made a breakthrough this year at the Winter Olympics. With their roster full of National Hockey League players, the team won gold and made American history.
U.S.A. Men’s Hockey team wins Gold after 46 years of silence
by Brielle Shannon, Reporter • March 11, 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina were a huge success for the U.S.A. Hockey Team. Every game was won, including the final gold...

This episode of SSOSN covers the performance of both basketball teams, focusing on the great year the Boy's basketball team has had so far and impressive beginning for Peyton Halloway's first year as a Head Coach.
Spiffy Spoose on Sports News Episode 4: Rock Canyon Basketball
by Jackson Bond and Preston Duman March 11, 2026

In the fourth episode of Spiffy Spoose On Sports News, seniors Jackson Bond and Preston Duman discuss the impressive season so far of the Boy’s...

Julia Salas ‘26 readies her stance to dive in the 50-free at Heritage during the B-Leagues meet Jan. 31. If a swimmer made a qualifying A-League time during the meet, they would qualify to compete at A-Leagues with the chance of going on to State. For many of the competing swimmers, B-Leagues was the last meet of the season. “The vibes here are very nice. The music is blasting, and the team dynamic is so fun, chaotic, but I love it,” Isabella Ramos ‘29 said.
The Last Stretch: Swimming Out of the Season
by Christian Kennedy and Madison Dysart February 9, 2026

Approaching the end of the lane, the team cheered as Josie O’Meara ‘26 flip-turned into the final stretch. The crowd was ecstatic and erupted...

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scores & schedules
Prom season is upon everyone, but what about those not attending the dance?
Adventures Beyond the Dance Floor: A Guide to a Non-Prom Evening
Embrace a prom free night with friends
by Teagan Atchison and Leona Waters April 22, 2026

With prom season over our heads, days are full of buzz about dresses, making groups and finding spots for pictures. But what if you’re not...

With spring beginning, along with it comes many traditions, one of these being families hiding colorful eggs for children to search for during the holiday Easter. Christians, Pagans and Jews all have many holidays to connect communities.
Spring Season Holiday Celebrations
Spring has sprung, along with the variety of festivities that people celebrate and contribute to.
by Brielle Shannon, Reporter • April 6, 2026

Spring’s promise of warmth and the coming summer brings a range of celebrations and holidays, each meaningful in different ways to those who...

With prom right around the corner, many are stressing about where to shop for attire. With so many available options from both in-person shops and online, deciding where to look can feel overwhelming. From department stores to online boutiques, each option offers different styles, price ranges and return policies. The real question is: where will YOU find the dress that will make you feel the most confident on prom night?
Where Should You Buy Your Prom Dress This Year?
Price, quality and originality shape this year’s prom shopping decisions
by Brianna Kruzic, Reporter • March 11, 2026

Prom season is quickly approaching, and for many students, it can feel more stressful than fun like it's supposed to be. With so many options,...

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Slicing through Megastructures
Slicing through Megastructures
by Dominic Bogue, Reporter • May 27, 2026

Motorslice is a parkour hack-and-slash game developed by Regular Studio and published by Top Hat Studios on May 5. The game focuses on P, an...

Elk grazing at Daniel's park in Castle Pines Colorado. Fur bans petition for an outlaw regarding the trade of fur, impacting hunter's ability to continue their business practices.
Biology vs Bias: Rethinking the fur Ban Debate
by Danielle Sidwell, Reporter • May 11, 2026

Picture this: you are a resident of Colorado, and you have passionately dedicated your life to your business. You have sourced your materials...

Alexander Oki ‘28 picks up trash in the lower parking lot Feb. 20. According to Keep America Beautiful, the majority of the trash found on both roads and waterways consists of fast food wrappers and packaging, receipts and plastic beverage bottles. Clubs like the National Honor Society (NHS) offer students the opportunity to earn service hours by cleaning up the trash in the parking lots. “[The trash] makes us look very unhygienic and unmotivated to be a proper school,” Emberlyse Vidal ‘28 said. “It makes us look like we just don't care about our students' environments.”
Throw It Out
by Christian Kennedy and Madison Dysart March 2, 2026

As the snow melts, the water pools and reveals a hidden evil. Like toxic flowers leaching into the beautiful landscape, it dirties our school....

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April 10 marked the 25th year anniversary of the beloved Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Since its debut in 1999, the festival has grown into a global event, attracting massive crowds, big artists, and widespread attention across social media.
What is Coachella?
by Brianna Kruzic, Reporter • May 5, 2026

April 10 marks another year of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the most recognized music festivals in the world, held in...

When war strikes, it destroys everything that lies in its wake: land, homes and families. "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys is a historical novel that follows the journey of Lina Vilkas as her family is put on a crowded train by Soviet Union soldiers and shipped off to who knows where.
Brutally Addictive: My Thoughts on “Between Shades of Gray”
by Joan Jessica Pradeep Kumar, Reporter • May 4, 2026

Author: Ruta Sepetys  Publisher: Philomel Books (primary) and Penguin Random House (globally) Other Books Published: Between Shades of...

Avatar Aang stands still in the avatar state, surrounded by all four elements: air, fire, earth and water. “Avatar: Aang, the Last Airbender” was a highly anticipated movie set to release on Oct. 9. However, an X user leaked the whole movie on April 13 to the internet, allowing the public to have early access to the film.
Sailing Through the Nations: An Analysis Addressing the “Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender” Leak
by Madison Dysart, Reporter • May 1, 2026

While movies are often leaked on popular movie piracy websites, few expected to wake up on April 13 to find the movie “Avatar: Aang, The Last...

The twenty-first episode of the Glitch Podcast focuses on recent controversial developments in the gaming industry, like the unpopular price hikes from Playstation amid massive RAM shortage issues.
The Glitch Podcast Episode 21: Minecraft Missing the Mark, Playstation Price Problems and Nintendo News
by Evan Jensen, Jackson Bond, and Geoff Brauchler April 10, 2026

On the twenty-first episode of the Glitch Podcast, editors Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen discuss many developments in the gaming...

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