• Nov 9 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 9, Chatfield High School - 36
  • Oct 31 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 7, Valor Christian High School - 59
  • Oct 25 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 10, Mountain Vista High School - 70
  • Oct 18 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 22, Castle View High School - 23
  • Oct 12 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 42, Fruita Monument High School - 0
  • Oct 3 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 31, Thunder Ridge High School - 20
  • Sep 16 / Varsity SoftballRock Canyon High School - 4, Ponderosa High School - 14
  • Sep 16 / Freshman Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 2, Heritage High School - 0
  • Sep 14 / Varsity Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 1, Castle View High School - 0
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On Oct. 30, 24 Eco Club members took a tour of the school’s solar panels on the roof. They were guided and taught by an employee from E Light Electric, the company that maintains the school’s solar panels, and learned about how the panels are maintained and cared for. “I was definitely very excited about being on the roof in general,” Eco Club member Olivia Fang ‘26 said. “[It was exciting to] learn more about solar panels and how they work and how they supply energy to our school.”
You are My Sunshine
Today, Nov. 5 is Election Day. If you are eligible to vote, you can choose to vote from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Make sure to check out our ballot box and polling center information to find your polling location.
Presidential Election: What You Need to Know
Future forecasts predict a sudden change in temperature after the cold front on Oct. 30. Colorado residents had been experiencing warmer temperatures throughout October. Hence, the sudden drop in temperature changes.
Weather Report: It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Fall
Man Poms poses at the end of their routine in the gym during the Homecoming Assembly Sept. 19. Man Poms is an annual tradition in which boys from the senior class perform at both the Homecoming Assembly and the Homecoming football game. “I joined Man Poms because it sounded fun and a lot of my friends were doing it, so I went ahead and joined. Also performing in front of the whole school sounded amazing,” Man Poms dancer Nidhay Somanchi ‘25 said. “My favorite part of performing was hyping up the crowd at the football game and at the assembly because it shows our connections with each other and our crazy school spirit.”
The Closing Ceremony: A Look Back on the Homecoming Assembly
A Week of Bringing Home the Gold Homecoming
A Week of Bringing Home the Gold Homecoming
Varsity football coach Kevin Meyer stands for the national anthem before the homecoming game game against Grandview High School at EchoPark Stadium Sept. 20. Meyer coached the team for four years and led the team to a 4-7 season record before announcing his retirement Nov. 11. “We had a great four years going 26 to 21. It was a program that was really down, and it took a lot to get to where we are now,” Meyer said.
BREAKING: Varsity football Coach Kevin Meyer steps down
After her Powder Puff team the “Touchdown Teasers” scored, Anouck Doublet ‘25 celebrates with her teammates Sept. 16. Powder Puff took place at Echo Park Stadium at 6 p.m. “I thought it was super special, and it was really nice to see all my friends just get together and do something really fun,” Doublet said.
A Field Full of Flag Football
Varsity football offensive guard Preston Duman ‘26 and offensive tackle Brodyn Caruso ‘26 face off with Chaparral High School (CHS) Aug. 30 at Echo Park Stadium at 7 p.m. During the game, the team averaged 321 rushing yards according to MaxPreps. “During the game I felt lots of different emotions like the excitement of a home game. I also felt very exhausted cause I played for most of the game,” Duman said.
Jaguars take Victory against the Chaparral Wolverines in their Season Opener: Photo Recap
Varsity swimmer Maxxwell Menzies '24 dives into the water for the 50 yard-freestyle during the finals at A-Leaguges May 4. Menzies was a dual sport athelte this year competing in both the mens swim and dive program in the spring but also has partipated in the Sabercats combined hockey team over the winter.
Season Splashback
During a game against Legend High School April 9, attack Aidan Brock '24 runs toward the goal at EchoPark Stadium. The Jaguars were ahead at first, but ended up with a score of 9-6 L. Brock scored two goals during this game.
Sticking Together: Season Recap for Varsity Boys Lacrosse
Ice and snow make it difficult for drivers on the road. During snowstorms, drivers have poor visibility, and frozen roads make it difficult to stay in control. “Driving home from Denver [on Friday], the neighborhoods weren’t plowed. By the time we got back they were only plowing highways. We spun out, nearly got stuck and fishtailed a few different times,” Connor Pugh ‘26 said.
Staying Safe in Snow and Ice
The graphic above represents how plastic pollution affects our oceans marine organisms. Sea turtles can sometimes consume plastic bags due to mistaking them for jelly fish, a large part of some sea turtles' diets.
Environmental Endeavors: Distrawt Oceans
Nick TeSelle ‘25 works on the “WayLessSad” merch website Aug. 29. WayLessSad is aiming to collaborate with Better Help and make its own hotline to be there for those who need immediate help. “Eventually I'd like to have in-house psychiatrists and psychologists that you can talk to on call whenever you need,” TeSelle said.
Working Towards Becoming “WayLessSad” with Nicholas TeSelle
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Get Your Green On
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Grad Parties Galore
This graphic depicts the events within Jorge RIverra-Herrans’ Epic: the Musical. There will be a total of 40 songs, with 10 total sagas.
Review: “Epic: the Musical” A Three Thousand Year Old Tale
Halloween Quiz
Halloween Quiz
Dress to Impress
Dress to Impress
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The Ultimate Quiz: Trivia Quiz
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Crazy for Chai
Varsity girls soccer midfielder Leah Sheahan ‘24 hugs a friend during the Senior Night celebrations before the home game against Mountain Vista High School (MVHS) at Echo Park Stadium April 29. During Senior Night, seniors were given flowers and the opportunity to walk out and take pictures with their family as their future plans and favorite memories were announced over the speakers. The Jags tied 0-0, losing the Continental League Championship. “We were obviously the stronger team but just couldn’t find a way to score, but otherwise our connection and our intensity was really high so I’m proud of that. We just have to find the net,” defense midfielder Clara Geuzaine ‘24 said. “[Losing League] wasn’t the best. It’s better than last year and like, I know our team and we are doing really good. I don’t want to jinx it but like hopefully [we’ll do] good [in playoffs].”
The Week in Photos: April 27-May 3
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Prom Planning
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.”
The Week in Photos: April 13-April 19
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Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
Will Rosenmeyer '24 interviews a student on his March Madness bracket April 2.
Final Four Take
Christmas time is coming up, it is time to make a wish list. This graphic depicts a set of holiday decorations and the typical kids’ tradition, milk and cookies for Santa Claus.
A New Way to Wish
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Note to Self #1: Application Anxiety
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Note to Self: Introduction
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Pixel Perfect: Spiders and Symbiotes, Swingin’ and Slingin’
(middle) Rob Rathbun, #53, poses with his fellow linemen at the University of Wyoming.
An Inside Look at the Life of a College Football Player
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Note to Self #1: Application Anxiety
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Note to Self: Introduction
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Step-by-Step for the Special Night: A Timeline for a Night to Remember
A visual depicts a set dining spot surrounded by the words “Step-by-Step for the Special Night” to introduce part two of the three-part Prom series.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Cuisine Scenes
A visual depicts a tuxedo surrounded by the words "Step-by-Step for the Special Night" to introduce part one of the three-part Prom series.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Dress to Impress
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online

What Sport Are You?

Take this quiz to find out.
by Julianne Bratlien, Reporter
November 13, 2024
media by Julianne Bratlien
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Have you ever wondered what sport you are? It’s a weird question, but wouldn’t you like to know the answer? This quiz will tell you which sport you are and what it says about you.

What Sport Are You?

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