![In room 4101, Natalie Patterson ‘26, Ariana Magor ‘25 and Celina Salazar ‘25 create a poster in science teacher Kerry Reilly’s Chemistry Honors April 18. The three completed a worksheet and drawing to explain the implosion of a tank for their unit on gas laws. “At the start of class, we watched a video of the tank imploding,” Patterson said. “I think [making a drawing] is something new. I like more artsy activities.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_5019-1200x900.jpeg)
![The girls varsity soccer team walk back to their bench during halftime April 1. The Jags played against the Castle View Sabercats at the Douglas County Stadium and scored 3-0 W. “It felt really good [to beat Castle View]. I feel like that was a big win for us because knowing that we came together to beat a pretty good team has definitely given us some leverage for this season,” attacking midfielder Grace Rossner ‘24 said.](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DSC_4906-1-1200x1057.jpg)
![English teacher Colleen Lamb grades College Prep English assignments during period two Nov. 10. Lamb, who has been teaching for 27 years, decorates her classroom with posters and handmade college flags from her senior students. Everything I enjoy about English happens primarily in the classroom, Lamb said. So, thankfully, the college [I worked at] had a teaching program, and I was able to do my post-grad work for free while I was working [there].”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_1158-1200x900.jpeg)
Chili, nachos, hot dogs, cornbread…
Who’s hungry?
On Sept. 21, the cafeteria buzzed with noise as students, faculty and other community members alike lined up to get their food.
Chili Dinner began at 6:15 p.m., after the Homecoming Parade but before the Bonfire began. Stalls of food were set up, offering a variety of chilis, hot dogs and nachos.
Students purchased cornbread, sodas and other beverages to accompany their main dishes. Cookies and other baked goods were wrapped with ribbons, and a separate section for vegan options was also included. Menu choices all remained under seven dollars, and paying options included cash, card and Venmo.
Money raised in the event was donated to Choir, whose members manned the food stalls. They wore Choir shirts while handing out bowls of the hot chili.
“It’s impressive how they keep this event going every year and the impact it has on the community,” Ashley Chang ’26 said.
