![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)
Halloween in Quarantine
With rising COVID-19 cases and Halloween approaching rapidly, here is your guide to a safe and spooky Halloween.
media by M. Merritt
A pumpkin at the Denver Botanical Gardens Pumpkin Patch Oct. 13.
October 31, 2020
October is here, along with the glorious smell of pumpkin spice lattes, the sound of crunching leaves, the sight of carved pumpkins, and the feeling of Halloween drawing nearer.
As a result of rising COVID cases and new public safety regulations, it is uncertain whether or not Halloween will be able to be celebrated traditionally. Trick-or-treating is still up in the air for Colorado, but in some places, such as towns in New Jersey and California, trick-or-treating has been completely banned.
With these new changes and restrictions, the question stands, “What can we do for Halloween this year?”
This year, there are still many activities that students can participate in during the fall season. Douglas County is under a “Safer at Home” public order, restricting large gatherings, but there are still Halloween celebrations that comply with the Tri-County Health Department’s regulations.
Carving Pumpkins
Pumpkin carving is a popular activity during the Halloween season. This is a fun and appealing alternative to going outside and having the risk of contracting the coronavirus.
“Pumpkin carving can be fun depending on who you do it with, it is also a good tradition because it brings people and families closer.” Emma DeBoer ‘21 said.
Costume Contest
Due to the fear of trick-or-treating during the pandemic, many costumes are at risk of being unused. Having a costume contest is a great way to share fun costume ideas and show off your excitement for Halloween while staying safe in the process.
Trunk or Treat
Another activity to participate in is student council’s “A Nightmare on Canyon Street” trunk or treat event. This Tri-County Health Department approved event will be taking place on Friday, October 30 from 5 p.m to 8 p.m. All of the Rock Canyon feeder schools have been invited and student participation in handing out candy is strongly encouraged.
Trick-or-Treating
Trick-or-treating is still allowed in Douglas County, but it is strongly advised that trick or treaters wear a mask when coming into contact with other people. Due to these restrictions, many people have had to adapt costumes and have the opportunity to wear a festive mask to match their costume.
These activities are ways to spread Halloween spirit, but to prevent the spread of COVID-19.