![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.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/RCH_2632-1200x800.jpg)
![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.](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Untitled_Artwork-e1732045465987.jpg)
![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].”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Copy-of-DSC_4277-1-1200x868.jpg)
![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)
Jingle to the Beat
The best Christmas/holiday songs throughout the years and all different variations.
December 7, 2018
1. All I Want for Christmas is You- Mariah Carey (1994)
Incredible love and Christmas song to belt at anytime or dance to. Even the version with Justin Bieber is good. Great harmony and lyrics to enjoy during the holiday season. Amazing song to get someone in the holiday spirit.
2. Santa Tell Me- Ariana Grande (2013)
Very angelic love song to listen to while snuggled up near the fire while drinking hot coco. Ariana’s voice is wonderful in this song with great harmonies with the background singers.
3. Mistletoe- Justin Bieber (2011)
A cute love song to sing during the Christmas time. Even if you don’t like Justin Bieber it fits any crush or relationship situation.
4. Santa Claus is Coming to Town- The Jackson 5 (1970)
A classic holiday song with a twist. The Jackson 5 remediation beats out the original, by putting a twist on a classic song. Very raspy and has an old soul tune to it for those not into pop songs.
5. Jingle Bell Rock – Bobby Helms (1957)
A classic song that many know from being in Mean Girls. A nice song to dance too and play during holiday parties.
6. Feliz Navidad – José Feliciano (1970)
Even if you don’t know spanish this song still brings out the festive mood. Switching from spanish to english a great song to play during a Christmas Eve party. For those more interested in a modern pop version listen to Why Don’t We’s version. Their version is a twist on the classic song, including a rap and an upbeat tune.
7. Baby it’s Cold Outside- Idina Menzel and Michael Bublé (2014)
Despite the song being based around date rate drugs, this version by Menzel and Bublé is beautiful. Their voices mix very well together and bring something new to the song.
8. Hallelujah- Pentatonix (2016)
Although some may not find this to be a holiday or Christmas song I believe that it fits the seasons very well. This is an Acapella version of the very famous Hallelujah, very angelic to listen to. Pentatonix did an amazing job on making this song their own. Goes from a very soft tone to a powerful tone.
9. Frosty the Snowman- The Ronettes (2015)
Perfect for a snowy day to get into the holiday mood. Describes the life of a snowman that came to life. This song will bring back out the childish side ot people.
10. You’re a Mean One Mr.Grinch- Thurl Ravenscroft and MGM Studio Orchestra (1966)
Well known from the movie How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Best for people who are not in the holiday spirit or for those who want to feel like a child again. Other versions by Jim Carrey and Tyler the Creator for those who want a change from the original. The Jim Carrey version is very close to the original but has some twists. Tyler the Creators turns the song into more of hip hop with children singing in the background.
Stockings hang on top of the Keer familys fire place Dec.2. The fire place was turned on to help heat the house on the cold day.